I've looked at it before but will think about it again after your post. Looks like it can really extend your days in the canopy, you still climbing?
here's a link http://www.treestuff.com/store/catalog.asp?item=557
Oh sorry about those whoopie instructions. There very similar with two back splices and a longer cross over. Agree with Raj 1 1/2 to 2 fid. Here's an old link with splice master Nick suggesting 2 fid lengths.
http://www.treebuzz.com/forum/threads/whoopie-loopie-slings-splicing.10938/
Samson has pdf instructions.
http://www.samsonrope.com/Documents/Splice%20Instructions/12Strand_C1_Whoopie_Sling_Tenex_Tenex-TEC_WEB.pdf
Tried pasting the link but just google it if it doesn't click on link.
Hey Steve, don't know your situation but someone mentioned it's side work for you and your a fireman. If that's the case take the time off away from that crew and start up a small business for your self or look for another company. You'll get to make your own hours and you won't be in a macho...
Awakening section is so important. This type of accident is so avoidable. Shaking my head with sadness in my heart and trying to keep the anger from coming up from my gut. First day on the job alone at the chipper. That company and operating procedures is with out a doubt negligent.
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Thanks TreeCo, didn't know what it was either so looked it up "...known for its pungent, often unpleasant smell during its flowering stage, which has been described as reminiscent of rotting fish."
Nice.
That was funny!:risas:
I always where chainsaw pants whenever I'm going to start the saw, even if just falling one tree. But wearing pants isn't a replacement for being fully aware of your surroundings. I've never got a nick on my pants from a saw, just thorns, brush, twigs and stubs.
Glad your OK. Stay focused is right.
I'll have to say I usually feel hyper focused when running a saw. That being said sometimes the things we all take for granted as routine can be the most dangerous. Last year when I was driving back on a logging road with my second cord a car came along...