Interesting to see all the replies to this, I'm a little surprised... The snap is less than a year old and in great shape overall. I work in a despicably pitchy environment, but am hyper-vigilant about gear maintenance. As mentioned by others, I noticed the difference of the action (or lack of)...
Working a willow removal today, noticed that my ISC triple action snap had misaligned and allowed the gate to open and close freely.
I hope this makes sense... The small first action had somehow (??) slipped/jammed beneath the second action (back of the snap), allowing for the gate to open and...
I think you're onto something. I never considered the triangular shape being the factor in the tear, rather than set. The combo of the apex of the triangle and angle of sharpening certainly lends itself to slippage on a lateral. I do notice that with my geckos and pole gaffs, that slippage is...
Re: 1\" Hobbs rigging block
Right on, glad that worked out for you. Cheaper than a new cmi block, too! Glad to help, that's some big azz rigging to be playing with. Much respect, Alohas!
As an arborist and someone who cherishes our urban environment and wonderful trees, I do value taking down a tree that has been condemned. I value preservation over any other method, but if someone has to take down a tree, I would rather have it be a skilled professional (me), than some two-bit...
Re: Redwood (director\'s cut)
First off, Grover, I thought the vid was great. Super smooth! Obviously in control.
Dan's first vid. 6:35. Pat's lucky he was behind the stem. That piece would have been fun to take in the chest.
Caution tape/cone off your work area. Anyone that tries to pass under... "Excuse me Mr/Mrs, it is a liability to have you in my work area, I have to ask you politely to stay out. Any questions can be answered after we finish, as the job we do is not only physically demanding, but mentally too...
Thanks for the pics! I like the ideas. Never thought of capturing the ascender to the knee with as strap, pretty minimalist. Should be able to set up something killer now