In areas experiencing heavy losses to cougars, cattle ranchers have changed from cow-calf to steer operations.(36) Lindzey advises, Pasturing livestock, primarily sheep, in more open areas and avoiding timbered areas particularly those in steep, broken terrain should reduce livestock losses to cougars.(46) For small farms raising sheep and goats, electric fences have proven effective against predators, including coyotes.(47, 48) Keeping sheep more tightly herded reduces predation, but it also increases range deterioration.(36) Some sheep operations have experimented with guard dogs
A couple of other clever tricks used are patented turbulators on the top of the face shield that prevents whistling and a removable chin curtain
Good idea to keep one side clear in case re-entry is necessary after a capsize
In fact, there shouldn't be any wiggle room at all
Finally, finally, finally, the heat is breaking here in the South
In case you missed my inspiration post, this year Im focused on finishing and perfecting the nursery