Big Bale Buddy (Large)

The BEST Bale Buddy - Large Big Bale Buddy is suitable for round bales up to 158cm diameter and 122cm height ( 4 feet 5 inches to 5 feet 2 inches ) Measure from the centre of the flat head. 1 year warranty

It is a round flat-bottomed sack made of 1500 denier, strong woven polypropylene with 1200 hours of integrated UV protection. Polypropylene is a very tough and durable plastic, and thanks to the UV protection, it will not break down when left in the sun. It has a polypropylene rubber band sewn around the top edge and all seams are sewn with double stitched polypropylene tape. It has a high quality construction for years of trouble-free use. It weighs 5 kg and comes with a handy storage/carrying case.

Looking for a round bale feeder that will save your hay without dumping your finances?

The Big Bale Buddy Round Bale Feeder will keep your hay clean while you feed. It captures all the rich hay and gives it to your horses to eat. Why look to your quality (and expensive) hay for bedding when there is a cheap, easy to use and safe alternative?

Developed to withstand the harsh weather of northern Canada. Won't freeze to the ground and stays flexible in extreme frost. Lightweight, durable, rot and dirt repellent, 1500 denier woven polypropylene, 2 year (1200 hour) UV protection.

A special weave designed to repel water that gets inside the feeder, while the Big Bale Buddy rotary bale feeder repels moisture that gets outside, keeping your hay drier.

The Big Bale Buddy is the best round bale feeder for the muddy conditions of spring and fall. It prevents mud and sand from entering your animal's gut with the hay.

Eliminates the risk of foot and neck injuries caused by metal and rigid feeders.

Pays for itself quickly with saved hay. Big Bale Buddy ensures that almost all of your hay is eaten.

You save money every time you feed! Pay for yourself in 6-12 uses and save money for years!
Feeding large round bales without a feeder can waste up to 1/3 of the bale.
Lightweight, easy to use, easy to maintain and affordable.

Care

When not in use, the Big Bale Buddy should be shaken clean and then folded/rolled up and stored in a convenient storage bag. If desired, it can be wiped clean with a damp sponge or washed with a garden hose and hung to dry. Wet dirt or manure that sticks to the Big Bale Buddy will fall off as it dries, or fall off after a few shakes.

How to use

Roll or carry your round bale to where you want to feed it. Place the bale on a flat surface. Remove the string or bandage. Attach the elastic opening on one side of the top of the bale, then extend around, fasten it, and pull it down toward the ground until the Big Bale Buddy completely covers the hay bale like a hat. Now flip the round bale over until it stands on one end. Pull the flexible opening up and over the edge all the way. Your round bale is now ready to feed.

NOTE!

If you are threading the BaleBuddy alone then place a long screwdriver in the flat edge of the bale about 5-10 cm from the edge upright and put the elastic weave in first and then start stretching the rest of the bale around the edge. Finally, put your hand under the tape on the screwdriver, take the screwdriver out and push the edge of the bale all the way into the elastic. This will give you a handy start to the bale stretching process.

If you are using a tractor with forks or a spike, the Big Bale Buddy can be placed on the bale while it is raised for transport.

Alternatively, you can place the Big Bale Buddy on a round bale before moving it to your feeding area.

If you are feeding smaller animals or want better access to the bale, turn the top edge of the bag down so that the elastic band grips the sides of the bale and the top edge is exposed.

As the animals eat the hay, the bag collapses around it, keeping it inside with very minimal waste. As the end of the bale nears, the animals quickly learn to push the soft bundles of polypropylene around their noses to get the last little bits of hay. When empty and ready for reuse, if it has dirt or manure stuck to it (polypropylene is naturally slippery and repels dirt), lift it by one edge and shake it with a few firm strokes to remove.