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I've never been a fan of new standards but.......
It is worth noting that my Previous employer, took amazing pride and lengths. To get everyone off the ground. Anyone was welcome to climb / bucket and interchange rolls. At there own pace and when it made sense. For some it was only AR training day (everyone, office staff included had to attempt...- Tom Lynch
- Post #53
- Forum: Awakenings
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I've never been a fan of new standards but.......
This to me, is an excellent case study on a few aspects of the work environment. Not so much about the original post event. Not that is a minor note, that basal anchors come with some unique risks. When basal anchoring, I'm tore with the decision. Set low with a back up lowering system, or set...- Tom Lynch
- Post #51
- Forum: Awakenings
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HH2 Hitch Length
I took the Knut H on a HH for a little spin today (8mm Ocean Polyester) . Super impressed with it and how easy it is to tie / dress.- Tom Lynch
- Post #111
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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Crabapple tree aesthetic trimming
Where I am (Calgary, Alberta) there are tons of crabapple trees. We are asked to do all kinds of super harsh pruning, for aesthetic, vista, clearance. They tend to respond unbelievably well. It is always nice to have a long term client that allows for convention pruning wisdom. Taking years to...- Tom Lynch
- Post #15
- Forum: Climber's Talk
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Vermeer Chipper BC 700 xl Lemon
Last season the company I work for picked up a new 900XL as a spare / back up unit. It was in the shop 3 times in the first 50 hours. Around some incorrect drive line factory assembly. Then sensors shifting out of spec. Our local Vermeer dealer (it is a Vermeer only dealer / service shop) did a...- Tom Lynch
- Post #7
- Forum: Rant and Rave
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HH2 Hitch Length
Weaver SRT Chest Harness is a simple solution, I found it very helpful to shorten the straps over the shoulder. So that the tending point was higher on my chest (I'm short). I made a bungee neck tender. 1/4" bungee in length of rope jacket. Swen into a loop that just fits over my head. The...- Tom Lynch
- Post #100
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
A common system may be easier to learn (when you find a mentor) or accepted by a company SWP / local laws. Not to say I won't play with Brocky's ideas for rec climbs (love tree work for the problem solving and playing around with what I can do). In context of LF's post, it may not be the...- Tom Lynch
- Post #91
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
There are so many factors in any friction hitch / climbing system. Having someone show you how they feel it out and dress it. To get in the habit of weighing it every time, while lanyard in when changing over from ascent, TIP or any other time you system may act funny. After a bit it is second...- Tom Lynch
- Post #85
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
Ropes get wore out, tooth cams are the least of it. Most everyone I know uses toothed.- Tom Lynch
- Post #60
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
I have traded in groundy work, just to check out other outfits. Allows me to be there with out anyone investing much. Some time they are nice and pay a bit of cash or lunch. The idea is I can see what they do and how the crews "feel". As well as how efficient of climbing they expect. The...- Tom Lynch
- Post #57
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
I would suggest working with your primary system. Learn to trust it. Worst case you may have to pinch the friction hitch to help it initially bite. I have had mine creep really bad when set for minimal friction / grab, then it rained. Even then just twisting the whole friction hitch made it...- Tom Lynch
- Post #54
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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HH2 Hitch Length
I like referencing Richard Mumford's content for playing with my HH. Here is good vidy, there are many more IMO- Tom Lynch
- Post #7
- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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Quick ?
This is just my guess as a machinist. They cast it, casting is not perfect. Then they put it in a fixture and machine the holes to tolerance / alignment. How those holes line up in reference to faces or if the faces are not parallel / square. Doesn't really matter to the function or...- Tom Lynch
- Post #18
- Forum: General Discussion
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Here's my dream set up, gear wise for Rec Tree Climbing...
My iteration for my normal work climbing kit: Protos Saddle with Petzl Caritool & ShemBiner, Bridge Swivel and Ring, Adjustable bridge, First Aid Kit Hitch Hiker X Saka Knee Ascender CT Foot Ascender, right or left depending on preference Kong kong futura and Petzl Rollclip Protective eye wear...- Tom Lynch
- Post #15
- Forum: Recreational Tree Climbing
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How much do you pay your climbers?
Thanks! As a second year climber in Calgary that seems about right. Now to convince my boss that haha. Any perks or benifits?- Tom Lynch
- Post #16
- Forum: Behind the Desk
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How much do you pay your climbers?
When giving rates can you give the general location please?- Tom Lynch
- Post #10
- Forum: Behind the Desk
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Handsaw choices
For me: removals Silky - Sugoi 360, for pruning Samurai - Taisho. I find I really like the hook on the back stroke and more angled handles. VS say the zubat, I find it a bit harder to grip in general. Work provides zubats, so most of the time that is what I use. Unless I'm in the mood to...- Tom Lynch
- Post #77
- Forum: General Discussion
