How to secure my run so the door can be opened easily?

[devs]

Hi all, as the title I'm looking for suggestions on how I can lock and easily open this run?

I'm currently using 4 pieces of wire threaded through and twisted to secure. Its proving a pain.

Any thoughts?

Many thanks

PS. the door swings upwards via zip ties.

 

[ChocolateMouse]

Tiny carabeeners. Like the 1" ones if those would work bigger if not. That's what I'd do. That's what I DO do.
If it doesn't close the door tight enough construct a couple of wire loops really close together and connect those loops with the carabeener instead.

 

[FortCluck]

I think it would be easier if it swung downwards. Secure the bottom of the fencing with a piece of wood and then put hinges on it so that it flips down and you could find a way to secure it on the top with a latch or whatnot. Maybe with a hook.

 

[FortCluck]

I actually watch a homesteading couple that has a similar run and they use two ratchet straps to hold their door and it swings downward with the concept I just put up above with the hinges.

I'll find the video where they show them so that you can see what I'm saying.

 

[FortCluck]

 

[devs]

Thanks a lot guys, really helpful

I like the idea of the carabeeners. Will take a look tomorrow.

 

[aart]

Is this to just keep the chickens from getting out of the run?

 

[devs]

Suppose it’s both tbh.

 

[aart]

Suppose it’s both tbh.

Well, the chicken wire will not keep a determined predator out.
Hopefully there's a locked door between coop and run for at night.

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[devs]

Yeah I get that its more for during the day. They are safe in the coop at night.

I live in Northern Ireland.