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  1. Norm_Hall

    One of us needs your vote!

    Voted for Scott. Great guy!
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    IL TCC 2014

    Congratulations to Alex Julius for winning the womens division and to David Meurer for winning the Master's Challenge. See ya both in Milwaukee at the ITCC. Best of Skill in Milwaukee, Alex and David.
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    Tree climber rescue class for fire/rescue personnel

    How ironic. We just had a training for this. The most common TRT rescue is a 'pick off' followed by 'trapped/pinned'. NATS did our training and did a superb job. I highly recommend them. We did a presentation for a local TRT Team last October and it was very well received. Kudos for doing what...
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    Illinois TCC 2014 Competitors

    As of today, we have 30 climbers. We are good.
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    bowline not as life support

    [ QUOTE ] Norm that is vague info there , just like yo yo , two guys ( I'm not counting Daniels story , you can ) Did they fail the bowline ? Short tail ? loose tie ? high ? BOWLINE IS NOT COMING UNDONE . Tied properly . Don't blame the knot blame the can not . [/ QUOTE ] Keep in mind, this...
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    Proposed 2014 ITCC rule book

    [ QUOTE ] RE: 2.2.30 Tom, I believe they are referring to a secret weapon type system. [/ QUOTE ] That is correct.
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    bowline not as life support

    The bowline absolutely has it's place in rigging limbs. As for life support, if it's going to be loaded, unloaded, loaded, unloaded, etc., there are much better choices. I did an accident investigation at a former employer, of a climber using a bowline to asccend with while body thrusting...
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    Need a noob guide on saw/bar/chain ccompatibility

    If you want a little faster cutting chain, try the Oregon 95VP. It's a 'narrow kerf' chain that requires a narrow kerf bar (.325 pitch - 0.050 gauge). I used it on my 346XP-18" and loved it. I use it on my Stihl 026-18" too.
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    Echo 620p/680

    It's 59.8cc. Smaller than a Stihl 362. We have them at the store, but I have yet to run one. I'll see if I can get 1 to demo. I have a good relationship with the dealer. Shouldn't be a problem.
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    Still here, whew!

    Holy chit Eric. Glad you're OK and had the guts to tell us. I still don't quite understand the entire failure? I know your TIP failed. What kept you in the tree? Would a 'back tie' have helped?
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    ABR Ultra Sling

    How about posting some of the testing results? Loading a locking brummel has been frowned upon in the past. I'd like to see a video of the testing to the breaking point.
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    Illinois TCC 2014 Competitors

    We are in desperate need of climber's to compete in our 2014 TCC on April 26 in Libertyville, IL. Out-of Staters welcome. Call 877-617-8887 toll free or email april@illinoisarborist.org Awesome prizes this year. 7 - 150' climbing lines 2 - harnesses much more
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    Portland Climber seriously injured

    In the news report, they show the rope where it "broke". In the news video, the rope appears to be cut. When a rope breaks, there is NOT a clean cut. When it is cut, it looks different.
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    Illinois 2014 TCC

    [ QUOTE ] The Illinois Arborist Association is hosting their annual 2014 Tree Climbing Championship on April 26, 2014 at Independence Grove in Libertyville, IL. Event: Tree Climbing Championship Date: 26 April 2014 Competition. Set-up: 25 April 2014 Set-up Location: Independence Grove Forest...
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    Illinois 2014 TCC

    [ QUOTE ] Thanks Norm ! I accept the offer. I'll buy lunch on Thursday. Who's the TCC Chair ? Still need more volunteers ? [/ QUOTE ] Eduardo Medina is chairing again. As of today, we have 15 volunteers. We need MORE.
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    grcs tips?

    [ QUOTE ] Thanks guys! Yes , 2to1 even 3to 1 applications for lifting and securing large pieces. Storm work has brought out more creative rigging situations, than ever before with the grcs. [/ QUOTE ] Here is a 2 to 1 MA system with the running rope at the anchor at an approx. 60 degree...
  17. Norm_Hall

    Some Pferd Questions

    [ QUOTE ] 2. What do mean the front edge of the depth gauge? I have never found a performance improvement, but then that may be the Oregon chain I run and not true of other brands/types. Tony [/ QUOTE ] See attachment. It's not imperative, but it will make for a smoother cut, by rounding...
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    Liger allowed in comp?

    [ QUOTE ] Lets see what other judges say on this. Norm?? [/ QUOTE ] This is my take. I would send it to the manufacturer, with the alterations, and ask for their blessing, in writing, with a picture of the alteration. I, personally, would not allow it to pass inspection without written...
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    Stein RC-3100 Pre-tension pulley

    [ QUOTE ] also what about using this with a portawrap? i dont see why it wouldnt work but is it as easy as it looks with the RC-1000 or 2000? [/ QUOTE ] I've used with a large Porty for many years. Works Great. Thanks Reg.
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    Illinois 2014 TCC

    [ QUOTE ] I'm in as a volunteer ! My 1st TCC of the season. Great event, great climbers. Looking forward to it ! [/ QUOTE ] Hi Greg. Happy New Year. Thank you for being the 1st volunteer. Your bed is awaiting.

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