@climbhightree I feel like I've seen that set up before. LOL. I personally don't like everything on a single shackle but I suppose being on the ladling is the same thing.
If you want to go NCCCO.......order the book, study and take the online test at a computer based testing center. You can find a practical testing center through NCCCO also, I did mine in West Virginia. Took the test, both written and practical and saved thousands of dollars by not sitting in...
Mid spring is the new anticipated timeframe. I sit on a few subcommittees and chair one of them so if you guys see anything climbing related or with cranes and k-booms please let me know and tag me so I can get notified..
There is a specific procedure for the booms on palfingers. It uses a system of interior and exterior grinding with welds and a specific cooling regulation with ceramic blankets over a specific time period. It's super complicated. I'm not sure if it would apply to that specific spot but it's...
I'm sure he would. I can certainly put you both in touch. Would largely depend on the economics of it. Plenty of people come and climb with him or at least want to. I've climbed several real state champs and nationals as well. We work on some very historic properties. It's awesome...
Thank you Eric. That was really impactful to me. I really appreciate you taking the time to share so many thoughts. IDK about the first truck. I needed a bigger unit for what I was getting into. I've spent 18 months analyzing it and a good portion of it was a shift inside me. It's a long...
Most days I feel like I do really cool things that are probably regular for most people. I suppose it’s awesome to be simple like that. Mostly I’m thankful to be doing what I’m doing and to be able to return to be a student of my craft. Little personal goals. Small reservations and just...
Thats really kind of you to say. I'm humbled by your words. Honestly I don't see myself as that guy but I appreciate the sentiment and am thankful you feel like I made an impact on you. The problem solving got so bad at the end I just only saw problems and struggled to find solutions. That's...