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  1. TreeVB

    new Stihl tree saw already cost me for repairs (also, M-Tronic tech tip)

    I had the exact thing happen to me with the exact saw writhing 2 hrs of “run” time. I took it back and they said it was a defective saw and gave my money back. I personally feel that a 194 with the 1/4 pitch conversion is more productive, and way lighter, then the 201 lines.
  2. TreeVB

    Sun Valley Idaho - Arborist Team Member

    This team is absolutely awesome. I personally know a few of the team members and they are great people that contribute a TON to our “local” industry. Good luck with your search Kris!
  3. TreeVB

    Help me understand why one would use cobra cables.

    We use dynamic quite a bit. It is great if there is no active failure present and can be used as a “catch” for limbs over high value targets. We take care of a beautiful Quercus rubra that has had multiple large limb failures due to mis management in the past. They were on the fence for removal...
  4. TreeVB

    Big Dead Spruce Removal

    Bundled and delivered! Looks like a fun job executed perfectly. Well done sir!
  5. TreeVB

    Why does deep planting encourage girdling roots?

    From my experience it does seem that adventitious roots tend to have higher girdlle potential. My thoughts are that the may be a little weaker than primary growth and deflect off of soil particles easier after emerging and then follow that same growth pattern. I have never come across an...
  6. TreeVB

    Dead (and Undead) Wood

    It has been a while since I read through this thread and there seems to be great points on both sides of it. Something that I feel is missed is the lack of attention to wall 1,2, and 3 of CODOT. Sure wall 4 is strong and very important, but if we completely trust CODIT then wall 1,2, and 3...
  7. TreeVB

    Pretty Wild NZ Removal

    This is on my bucket list. Three weeks after I left my first working holiday in NZ, the company I worked for did one. Just missed it. This was definitely well put together and well thought out. Nice execution all around.
  8. TreeVB

    DMM and Petzl Tactical Collection

    Well that is almost the most gorgeous thing I have seen today. Wish I didn’t just have a bunch of truck repair bills to take care of
  9. TreeVB

    Pnw Chapter

    Yeah, it’s a bit of a crap show. There is a current thread on Idaho Arborists FB page where someone is saying we should join western and the feedback is “you need to get involved in the chapter, then you will be worthy to know the truth”. Really sad to see this all happening.
  10. TreeVB

    Tips on getting started with crane work

    One more thing, don’t just sling and cut. Keep in good comma with the operator and have him adjust as you are cutting, if necessary.
  11. TreeVB

    Tips on getting started with crane work

    Some really solid advice here. Something I’d like to add is work to the capabilities of the ground support/equipment. If the ground can’t keep up with what you are sending out, take smaller pieces. Just because you have the capacity, doesn’t make a bottleneck in the “system” worth it. Hanging...
  12. TreeVB

    MA research survey

    It’s cool what you’re doing but would be difficult/frustrating to answer some of those. There are plenty of “old technologies” that would make the industry safer if people had motivation to use/follow them. I’d be curious to see the stats for workplace accidents (in our industry) in the US vs...
  13. TreeVB

    Self Sufficiency

    Anyone here doing much for self sufficiency? Something my wife and I have been on board with for years and recently have got things going on our “mini farm” in the city. Our newest venture is coturnix quail. Very fast maturity, prolific layers, fast incubation, easy to supplement food, don’t...
  14. TreeVB

    Is this tied wrong?

    The tail is exiting away from the bight. What you are seeing is the half hitch which is required as a backup to finish the knot, although I do believe there are supposed to be two half hitches. I would still consider this tied wrong as a cow hitch is still directional. This being a block and...
  15. TreeVB

    Oak suckers

    Pictures will do wonders here. I’m going to assume you are talking about watersprouts? You can “get away” with selectively removing some and reducing some but not a great choice if you don’t identify the “why” so many sprouts. The more you take, the more they will come back. What is the goal and...
  16. TreeVB

    How would you prune this tree

    Good job. Never fun to see a over thinning. Reduction pruning while a tree is young would be the perfect time to begin training and suppressing of growth where necessary. Smaller cuts = less decay= stronger tree. I definitely agree that an overall reduction on this species, in this scenario...
  17. TreeVB

    How would you prune this tree

    Help the client understand that a tree needs to grow to survive. Are you aware that reduction is not topping and is an actual accepted method to maintain trees around the world? Reduction prune to slightly shorten/stiffen limbs. I rarely see the need for thinning so I’m going to say that was a...
  18. TreeVB

    Triple tie in for spar work

    The idea for stability seems great. However, having all three in the same “line of fire” seems pointless from a safety standpoint. If you have a slip with a full Reved saw it will easily go through all of them. If they are separated a bit there will be more of a “second chance” IMO.
  19. TreeVB

    The "right" way to prune

    “Prune tree for improved structural integrity to reduce likelihood of bio mechanical failures. These pruning cuts will be at the ends/tips of limbs for maximum leverage reduction from target limbs with weak branch attachment or limbs that stick outside of canopy profile. All live growth cuts...
  20. TreeVB

    Wedgin' n jackin'

    Exactly my point.

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