SouthSoundTree
Treehouser
I use a running bowline below the whorl of branches. No need to tie and untie. Speedline doesn't need to be above, IME, even using nonlocking biners.
What do you use for "runners", Stephen? I use loop runners, for the most part. I have one that I always keep on my saddle. Run a limb out, when possible, use as a saw lanyard if a bigger saw is needed in a pinch, use it to hold my climbing line coiled so it doesn't hang in the way...lotsa uses. I bought several 24"ers and several 30"ers years ago, and I'm still using them today. I also made up several out of some cord I picked up at the hardware store, 3/8", prolly 1000# break strength. On lower stuff, when there's not much angle to the line, I'll use a small pulley so the piece "runs" a bit faster/smoother. And sometimes I'll use the small Petzl trolley, with a small rigging plate clipped beneath it. I'll clip the limb to be run out in the center hole, then just stick the end of an old 1/2" line through the hole on my side, tie an overhand knot in it, and use that rope for a haul-back. I like this better for bigger limbs, say anything over 200#, if I'm doing many of them. Runs much smoother than just a 'biner on the line.
Interesting Greg. I avoid using my three strand for speedlines because its too bumpy and stretchy.
Agreed that a controlled speedline can be time consuming, but so can regular straight down rigging.
Zipline speedlining or uncontrolled speedlines and vertical speedlines are very useful and reasonably quick when things would otherwise have to be lowered.
What type of weight are you talking about causing burning?