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WHAT'S BEST: Yale Whip Lock Samson Lock Stitch Locking Brummel Or ... ??? NickfromWI?

Basic concept: Rope Wrench, bungee knee ascender, foot ascender, dedicated LOTS. A knee ascender is the key element in a rope walking system and makes it possible to have both hands free to use on the rope, limbs, stem, whatever. Dave started a great Knee Ascender Thread with one approach...

They've got such SWEET toys ... :D <iframe width="640" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/-Ei3st9f7-g?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

SLOWLINE, a variation of the speedline, used to lift and run loads uphill without dragging, so, no ground damage. The poor boys' yarder ... not for every job ... but, worked well for this one ... AND, it was fun! :D <iframe width="480" height="360"...

Just when I thought I was approaching having enough tools ... :D <iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/IHIR9N6K8kY?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Too bad it's not Christmas time :|:

I recently tried several new things: GoPro, Rope Wrench, Single Line Rope Walker, SRT Retrievable Redirect. They're all in the following video with a fun 'out-take' at the end. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/pQL6imLj_TM?rel=0" frameborder="0"...

GOD BLESS 'EM ALL! HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE 4th :D

This was requested ... took a while, but finally got some time. So, FWIW: <iframe width="480" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/g32-heAsZYo" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="480" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vMdXic3CI04" frameborder="0"...

Apparently this is an unfortunately common occurrence. There are no palms anywhere near here so I wouldn't know. But, I thought it would be good to share these vids for those new to palm work. <iframe width="480" height="360" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/75OjQ-nZhk8" frameborder="0"...

This video is painfully long but probably very important to know for rescuers, trainers, bosses ... everyone. You can just listen to the audio while doing other stuff on the computer, or riding in the truck. It's just a PowerPoint presentation but an excellent presentation for all rescuers...

Looking for some speedline advice from the experts - BACKGROUND: recently did a large Eastern White Pine removal - no drop zone below - speedline worked great {a personal favorite} ... BUT - resetting speedline for each whorl = remove slings + release anchor + set speedline at next whorl +...

For Mac users: Apparently there's a flaw in Java that allows the virus into Mac computers. The article below says it's relatively easy to diagnose and fix. Flashback Trojan Hits 550,000 Macs {PCmag link} Diagnosis & Disinfection {F-Secure link} Wednesday (April 4, 2012), Apple released a...

COW HITCH - ISA vs. TCIA There is a considerable discrepancy with how the Cow Hitch is shown in the publications by ISA and TCIA. The discrepancy is with the finish, that is, the better half and tucks. In the ISA publication; The Art and Science of Practical Rigging (Donzelli & Lilly, 2001...

Trivect Tree Rigging and Removal by Sherbrooke Tree Service

Seems to be a lot more removals this year. I guess the economy made a lot of people neglect their trees until it was too late. So, I'm using climbers a lot more than ever and have been trying to make improvements. I started with the shin pads and took Sean's advice to try as many types as I...

While doing deadwooding a fagus grandifolia, one of many, I came across two crossing branches, about 30 ft. up (pic below) ... any advice about what how it should be treated - if at all? Here's a link to a full set of pix.

What are the recommendations for BEST tree ID reference books? OR, is there a thread that already list recommendations? Thanks in advance, :D