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  1. RyTheTreeGuy

    Source for webbing

    Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) sells tubular and flat webbing in 1" and 2" by the foot. I realize you are in the U.S but they have stores in B.C and you will save on the dollar
  2. RyTheTreeGuy

    rope and technique id

    Looks like Ocean Polyester. A blend of polyester and aramid sheath with polyester core. I have had success with a class 1 double braid...if you want cordage that is more heat resistant try 8 mm HRC. It has nomex in it, which is a flame retardent fibre...much different splice.
  3. RyTheTreeGuy

    Traversing with the Captains Hook.

    #nubfucked...its real
  4. RyTheTreeGuy

    New Offya Video

    Excellent display of a complex rigging system. Well done
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    2 Items Left.

    Sadly, it is not much better in Canada. We have an equally egotistical, narcissistic boy who cares more about dressing up then running a country
  6. RyTheTreeGuy

    Sterling 12.5mm WorkPro.

    Blasphemy! Who has ever heard of too much rope...lol
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    Strength Training Programs and the Off Season

    My advice would be to go get a quality assesment done by a physiotherapist or kinesiologist to determine where your imbalances and weaknesses are. Once that has been determined you can then develop an approach to address all of your weaknesses and develop a well balanced and functional fitness...
  8. RyTheTreeGuy

    Winter coat for climbing

    Long sleeve base layer, t shirt, flannel pull over and or thermal waffle (Eddie Bauer has great fleece and thermals) and currently a Helly Hansen shell that is wind/rain proof. Last but definitely not least...a neck buff. It reallpy stops the wind from getting in and keeps the neck warm. Today...
  9. RyTheTreeGuy

    Sold

    As a matter of fact I am a big fan of cigars also...Nothing could be better then a dram of Laga 16 and a Monte Cristo #2 ...I know, its contraband in your country...but thankfully not here. In fairness Dominican, Nicaragua and Honduras have really stepped up there game and are competing with the...
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    Sold

    I am a big fan of whisky also...definitely dif the single malts, but my wallet doesn't so Bourbons are always a great affordable substitute...16 year Lagavulin takes the cake for me. Blantons is my go to bourbon with woodford reserve closely behind. For a real bargain and a shout out to my...
  11. RyTheTreeGuy

    How to dispose of large logs

    Contact local firewood operations. They will often be interested in quality hardwood...especially if it is bucked, ready for pick up and most importantly...free. Also look into a roll off bin rental. I can get a 40 yard bin and fill it for $400 CDN
  12. RyTheTreeGuy

    Is Blue Moon a realistic expectation as a beginner-splicer?

    You seem to be very enthusiastic in the pursuit of knowledge, and I applaud you for that, However, I feel you may focusing on some of the less important issues. Not sure what size wood you plan on dropping into these rigging systems, but for 90% of the work I do 1/2 inch line is more then enough...
  13. RyTheTreeGuy

    Show off them splices

    Nothing overly revolutionary...a simple reduction of core volume on the last 5 or 6 inches of the core before the final bury with the cross over. Helps immensely for the core to pass with ease
  14. RyTheTreeGuy

    This is the Akimbo

    Bought a new climb line from a company I was unfamiliar with until I chatted to them at there comp booth. It is called braids and laces. I visisted there manufacturing facility and bought 150 feet of 11.5 mm wizard. Spliced an eye yesterday and bounced around in a 50 ft Norway Maple today on my...
  15. RyTheTreeGuy

    Show off them splices

    I used a 13 mm fid for sizing and it was a short fid length. So for 11.5 it will be somewhere in between. I also took 7 pairs when tapering the cover instead of the standard 6 because of the longer measurement. The crossover bury was a bit of a PITA but not the worst. I can say with certainty...
  16. RyTheTreeGuy

    Hitch hiker/2/x thread

    Sweet ship lap, awesome vintage logging photo and good dynamic range on whatever camera you took the pic with....oh and yes, that is a sexy hitch hiker set up
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    Show off them splices

    Picked up a 150 of Wizard 11.5 mm from a place called braids and lace. They habe been manufacturing rope products since the 1930's and supplying the arborist industry since the 70's. I live 25 mins away and didn't even know they existed until they had a booth set up at a climbing comp. I visited...
  18. RyTheTreeGuy

    Ideas for setting 2 climbing lines for tip.

    After watching the Schultz effect and then seeing Joel Dreise using it with some success in the Ontario Tree Climbing championships I am really digging the 50 ft dedicated double crotching system. Works awesome for big spreading trees where rope angle gets shitty and you only have to employ it...
  19. RyTheTreeGuy

    Any resources for splicing more advanced tenex sling configurations?

    What I am referring to when I say dead eye is simply your hardware on one end and a "tail" of rope on the other. You can either use a cows hitch or a timber hitch and hitch them to any place on the tree that is suitable and allows for a nice snug hitch. You can also make them at different...
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    Any resources for splicing more advanced tenex sling configurations?

    Gap is great...I would recommend a bag o rope from treestuff if you are serious about experimenting. Great way to try different cordage and if you pair it with some good hardware maybe they will take a hint...I personally would go with the KISS principle. I have recently gone back to dead eyes...

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