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  1. Kathy_Holzer

    carleton chippers?

    thanks guys, keep it coming. maintenance issues? design issues? weight vs. power seems like it might be an issue? k.
  2. Kathy_Holzer

    carleton chippers?

    hey guys, am test-driving a 12" carleton tomorrow. anybody have or use one of these things? i've only ever used bandits and never heard of a carlton chipper til like two weeks ago. interested in any comments on the manufacturer. thx. k.
  3. Kathy_Holzer

    warning for rookie drivers

    hey guys, the isuzu squeaked under being totalled with about $19k in repairs, and is at the frame shop. i should have it back in a few wks "like new" for my $500 deductible. it's been challenging trying stay in business w/o the ability to clean up. got a ladder rack put on my dodge dakota and...
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    warning for rookie drivers

    [ QUOTE ] So if the downside of a heavy truck is it takes you longer to slow down, the upside is you're sitting tall, and should have every advantage of seeing even further ahead and predicting when that will be. Northwind [/ QUOTE ] Word. find out today if the isuzu is totalled. kinda...
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    warning for rookie drivers

    my company made the news friday, but in a most unfortunate way. 645am on the way to a job on the interstate, i was about ten cars ahead of my crew who were in the chip truck when traffic slowed suddenly. i slammed on my brakes to avoid rear ending the guy in front of me and immediately looked in...
  6. Kathy_Holzer

    harnesses

    here's a previous thread on the issue: http://www.treebuzz.com/forum/showflat.p...true#Post152843
  7. Kathy_Holzer

    lurking women, care to introduce yourselves?

    wow, i just have to say that this thread is making me smile. when i first started lurking on the buzz - geez, maybe 2003? - there were only like two other women who ever posted as far as i could tell. neither of them were climbers full time. i was the resident loud-mouthed feminist for a few...
  8. Kathy_Holzer

    Puget Sound Regional TCC

    hell yeah, you go girl!
  9. Kathy_Holzer

    Proposed 2011 ITCC Rule - Appendix 4

    this ITCC rule was written by two women world champion climbers, and was long considered and discussed by many (volunteers) of both genders. the goal, as cerviarborist said, is to encourage the growth of the women's division. if you have feedback for the rules committee that you feel is...
  10. Kathy_Holzer

    Pole Saws and Climbing Skills

    [ QUOTE ] all I can think of is Kathy saying "polesaws are for(meow)!!!" end of story [/ QUOTE ] lol, come on now bennie, i was quoting mr kraus we usually have two 10 ft polesaws on hand, and i just bought my second ridiculously expensive and indispensible silky polesaw after i dropped...
  11. Kathy_Holzer

    fixing bad pruning cuts

    love this thread. i'm in the don't cut into live wood to clean up a stub club, but i like the distinction that if the previous cut was inaccurate and generated a weak response it's ok to make a better cut so the tree's natural defense system can be more effective. for me it depends on the...
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    lurking women, care to introduce yourselves?

    hi shelly, welcome to the buzz! good for you steppin up to compete. i bet there are some guys in your chapter with competition experience who would be willing to help you get ready for comp - don't be shy about asking would be my advice (not that you asked for it!). best of luck, k.
  13. Kathy_Holzer

    What system do you prefer to climb on?

    hey katy, atta girl, nice to see you here! climbin on a 4 wrap vt w/hitchclimber to slack tend, steel biner at termination so i can go old school and toss the damn thing if i want to advance. haven't tried a new hitch since i started with the vt, but hear the michoacan is pretty excellent -...
  14. Kathy_Holzer

    2nd Annual Women's Tree Climbing Workshop

    Re: Workshop Brochure & Details good on ya melissa. wish i could join you but i'll be testing that weekend! k.
  15. Kathy_Holzer

    umbellularia californica - monster toxic removal

    anyone ever removed one of these things of any size? also called california bay laurel and myrtlewood. we pruned a big one a few years ago and nearly puked our guts up in a chipping cloud of fumes that made eyes burn and water, nose clog up, etc. now they are thinking about removal. anyone have...
  16. Kathy_Holzer

    Michael Tain Info

    pm me and i'll text your info to him
  17. Kathy_Holzer

    Stiffed for the first time

    any luck mtc?
  18. Kathy_Holzer

    Migraine Headaches

    i had one migraine when i was like 12, and they did all these tests and found nothing. next migraine was at about 35, shortly after getting zapped from a high tension wire (they said 13kv). now i get one every three or four months. how many of you guys get the visual symptoms? the way i know i'm...
  19. Kathy_Holzer

    women with no competition

    thanks dan, that means a lot coming from you. see you in chicago! k.
  20. Kathy_Holzer

    women with no competition

    well, mr resident loudmouth, i guess even you are entitled to your opinion. no match or gasoline needed - your opinion means nothing to me. laugh away. back to the subject under discussion.

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