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Ring difference
ABR rings vs X rings? Is one better than the other? I just found original thread about this and apologize for bringing it up again. Please feel free to delete post. Chris- lacky
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- Forum: Rigging and Roping
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Contract Tree Climbers Association (CTCA)...
As someone in constant need of a good occosaional contract climber I love the idea of a contact type of list so I now who I could call. Chris- lacky
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- Forum: Climber's Talk
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Homemade chest harness
i'll take one! chris- lacky
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- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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When to go on my own?
Keep the town gig. There is a lot to be said for benefits and pensions. Keep doing tree work on the side but concentrate your efforts and talents to caring for trees. Find a niche and make a little extra funny money. Going out on your own can be rewarding and fun but it comes with a new...- lacky
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- Forum: Behind the Desk
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How to efficiently estimate a job!!
One of the best tools I've learned in closing the jobs in my area is not lowering my price but adding something of value to the client. Some type of tree work that can be can done from the ground or from a quick climb that can be done while the rest of the crew is cleaning up or setting up...- lacky
- Post #30
- Forum: Behind the Desk
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Rope runner with Haas
Just received my rope runner today and played with it for a few minutes in the shop. How are you fine buzzers attaching your Haas to the system? I tried looking through the posts and the youtube videos but I cant seem to find my answer.- lacky
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- Forum: Stationary Rope Technique-Half the rope, twice the
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Lanyard Combo
I just started using the ART with swivel.. I love it! Super smooth. I do have a different lanyard set up for pines. But so far I have no complaints about the ART. Chris- lacky
- Post #33
- Forum: Climber's Talk
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Jobber Software
I took the plunge today and signed up for jobber. I spent some time with Jason on the phone and he walked me through some stuff. He was super patient and helpful. My main reason for getting jobber was for the emailing of quotes. I'm sure more of the stufff will become useful as I see how it...- lacky
- Post #151
- Forum: Behind the Desk
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General Liability Insurance Rates Raised?
I have not seen in a spike in mine but my current policy doesnt' expire until august. I would go out and do a little shopping and see if there is a better deal out there. Chris- lacky
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- Forum: Behind the Desk
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lanyard adjuster
I currently use a 12' lanyard. just your standard friction hitch (distel) with a pinto pulley. I do both removals and pruning. about a 50/50 mix these days with the on going ash problem. My typical trees are the typical Illinois trees. Maples, Ash, Oak, Locust, Elm. How long before the...- lacky
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- Forum: Climber's Talk
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lanyard adjuster
Looking to move to a mechanical adjuster for lanyard this year. I am looking at the ART positioner 2 and the rockgrab. I am open to other suggestions as well. I wear the TM saddle and normally use the lanyard on my leg rings. Just looking to steal some others thoughts before I drop the coin...- lacky
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- Forum: Climber's Talk
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Rope wrench and ascender
Both items spoken for. Evo - I agree it is worth more than $30. This is my little way of trying to give back to Treebuzz community that has helped me in so many ways. Chris -
Dump trailer with platform for a mini....?
Where did you find this trailer? Chris- lacky
- Post #22
- Forum: Rubber hits the road!
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Rope wrench and ascender
How about $50 for ascender and $30 for rope wrench. Prices include shipping within US. Chris -
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Rope wrench and ascender
Rope wrench ZK-1. Only used a couple of times. Comes with 2 quick release pins. Make offer. Kong double handle ascender. Lightly used. Make offer. Chris -
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Spider leg
When making a spider leg sling out of tenex tec do you use a locking brummel or the standard splice? Chris- lacky
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- Forum: The Splice Rack
