Thanks. Kiteboarding is easier than people think. I learned this last summer and was hooked after my first session. No motor. Just you and the wind. Oh and no more lift tickets if you snowkite.
I don't mind my grizzly splice. However I liked my las batch of hand spliced more. Like you said Blinky, "Well balanced". I find the grizzly splice to bind a bit more.
Accidents do happen. I am always aware of where my tools are while I work. Still, I do catch myself from time to time. The problem is that we feel like we can move quickly with a handsaw, since they are less of a danger than a chainsaw. This absent mindedness is what causes injuries. Know what...
Taking some classes in this off season and one happens to be a stat class. I need to formulate my own stats and poll. Please take the time to fill it out. I would be very grateful.
When I first started learning to climb I used a pole saw too much. When my work partner told me I couldn't anymore, it forced me to learn how to climb into hard areas. Over time I realized that climbing out to it usually took less energy than pole sawing it.
Re: be aware off your handsaws
I like the back up idea. I have to try it. What about using a cover? Much like the flip line covers that are offered at sherrill.
http://www.sherrilltree.com/Professional-Gear/1-End-Lanyards/A-R-T-Positioner-with-10-ft-lanyard
Anyone have an idea of how large the tree care industry is? I was asked this by a customer and realized I had no clue. Finding the answer has proved difficult as well.