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  1. Tony

    Biggest pine removal yet

    Jehinten, This is an extremely poor set up with any connecting link. There are so may better options that meet the criteria. This one is quite frankly absurd. It does not truly cinch, the best you could say it is perhaps it chokes. The rope to rope friction alone would piss a climber...
  2. Tony

    Biggest pine removal yet

    Solo, No shame, just clarity. As an instructor there are times to simply draw a line in the sand and not mince words. Some things, like your anchor, are non negotiable when it comes to giving advice. I always state myself as clearly as possible. Not beating you down. Lifting you higher. Tony
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    Cinching spar anchor

    Configured properly, it will work well. Tony
  4. Tony

    Biggest pine removal yet

    Yup. I would stay away from the stubs. The very definition of a cinching adjustable friction saver is its ability to not slide up or down the stem regardless of tree structure. Please pay particular attention the the “up and down“part. If your cinching anchor EVER moves, it was either not...
  5. Tony

    Saddle tie in

    Standard wear retirement criteria is 10%. (DMM, Petzl) Most carabiners/ rings are made of 10mm stock so 1mm will suffice as well. I generally retire well before that though. They ain’t that expensive. Tony
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    Finally got a real saddle.

    Any rated harness will function in the tree to keep you up there. Work positioning is of course different than other types of suspension. So if you are climbing trees, aim for a work positioning harness. I get that many start rec climbing with what they have, but if you are gunna stick with...
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    Finally got a real saddle.

    New gear is awesome. Any PPE should fit well, be comfortable and adequate to the job and I recommend you constantly look to maintain and upgrade as necessary. However, don’t fall trap to the two biggest slippery slopes of production tree climbing. Gear does not make the climber. Continue...
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    Root zone protection

    I would second this recommendation! Also depending on where your parents are in the negotiation / contractor process, putting the tree protection standards in the contract will go a long way to enforcement if necessary, but more importantly achieving your objectives. Fencing of any type will...
  9. Tony

    Buckingham Tree Squeeze

    If you think about it. Spending $240 for a tool you find efficient and effective, and use a lot is not crazy. I spend close to that on rope, use it for a year or maybe a bit more full time, then replace it. This tool you should get many years of safe, reliable service out of it. my.02 Tony
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    Sprocket worn out?

    There is a wear spec for all drive sprockets. With a spur sproket like that you are most likely gunna have to measure. The issue is one worn piece in the chain,bar, sprocket continuum will prematurely wear new ones when introduced. look up the spec Replace if necessary Tony
  11. Tony

    double-whipping boy

    Rope through the block on the tree, beneath the piece. Then up through the ring. Then down and anchored just below the block. There is a diagram in the article link I posted earlier Tony
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    double-whipping boy

    I agree. A ring on the piece a block on the tree is a nice mix of "abusabality" and function. Tony
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    double-whipping boy

    Here you go. https://www.tcia.org/TCI-publications/tci-magazine/2015/04/8D43E4D558DED67013A752610105732C/TCI%20Mag%20April%202015%20Digimag.pdf Tony
  14. Tony

    SRT Basal Anchor Forces - Should I Basal Anchor Across the Yard??

    Here is a start.
  15. Tony

    Best state for climbers?

    I think your criteria is backward. As is evidenced by the responses above, each state offers unique, worthy challenges, with beautiful trees. One of the true benefits of arborculture as a trade is that with a good skillset, solid work ethic and a willingness to be a part of a team, you can get...
  16. Tony

    Broken needle - should I cut and resplice?

    You should read my first book! I did a fair amount of research into this when I was structuring my plot. (shameless plug there) suffice to say, I agree with all above. If you can’t remove the metal, don’t use the splice. Tony
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    Secure, omnidirectional quick release hitch

    “Maybe you are searching among the branches, for what only appears in the roots.” Rumi Tony
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    PPE at demo tree @Expo

    Time on your hands Tom? ;) Tony
  19. Tony

    friction cord not grabbing

    Have any Stirling RIT 10mm. That was my favorite on that rope. you can add wraps to your hitch as well. I almost always used a 5 wrap Michoacán. another consideration is how much weight you are putting in the system. As your expereice grows you will distribute your weight better between tree...
  20. Tony

    Cleaning your pulleys with string

    Pretty much every manufacturer I have asked, and I have asked many have stated the same thing for metal hardware, a light solvent if necessary,(wd40 is a decent choice) followed by warm soapy water, air dry, then a light machine oil, (I use 3-1 oil) Avoid graphite as it does not have the...
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