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  1. Brando CalPankian

    Happy Thanksgiving!

    Happy turkey day!
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    Where do you start training a new climber?

    Walking up the rope efficiently. When they're first learning setting up efficient mechanical advantage for limb walks takes time. Advancing in the tree. The things seasoned climbers take for granted. You'd be surprised how many people can't walk up a tree in spikes let alone stay composed when...
  3. Brando CalPankian

    Where do you start training a new climber?

    I tend to start them in spikes on an eye to eye system. We do targeted trainings for closed systems, as it does come into play occasionally. Srt is introduced first on a spar so they feel comfortable being able to rappel down, then after they can access the tree on mrs we target access using...
  4. Brando CalPankian

    Choking carabiner

    That's not a bad idea. Didn't cross my mind. Thank you!
  5. Brando CalPankian

    Choking carabiner

    Only bummer with the quickie is if you were gloves in the cold. Can be hard to get the pin in and out.
  6. Brando CalPankian

    Bringing on a plant health care specialist / consulting arborist part-time / as needed

    You make good points. Defs be careful about who you refer to. I mostly farm out removals where folks are looking for the lowest bidder. I'm not that guy. I wouldn't blindly send folks to other companies. Do you mean the workers in your area are all "buddy buddy"? Are they contractors or owners...
  7. Brando CalPankian

    Choking carabiner

    Don't sleep on the quickie too. Not a fan of cinched biner anchors. Too many other options and old habits for hard.
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    Bringing on a plant health care specialist / consulting arborist part-time / as needed

    I second the sentiments of developing relationships with folks first. Hiring is expensive, so taking a chance on a part time consultant/PHC guy would be hard to justify without a clear long term path. That person will be expensive, and if they go in the field work comp rates will still be...
  9. Brando CalPankian

    Latest helmet comms

    We upgraded to 30ks this year too. They are an improvement over smh10. Not perfect but better.
  10. Brando CalPankian

    Latest helmet comms

    Yes
  11. Brando CalPankian

    Light ground protection

    I have not. Brilliant idea. Score another tool in the box.
  12. Brando CalPankian

    Light ground protection

    I was thinking for the lift on inclines/hills.
  13. Brando CalPankian

    Chain oil in the wind

    Smells like fries. Lol
  14. Brando CalPankian

    Light ground protection

    Or ice/snow. I'd wonder if they could help with traction too.
  15. Brando CalPankian

    Light ground protection

    Ditto. Learning curve with mats. Doesn't prevent damage if the conditions are wrong.
  16. Brando CalPankian

    Sudden oak death found in Minnesota—-first gindt

    I hope it doesn't gain a foothold. I find no pleasure in removing big oaks.
  17. Brando CalPankian

    Home birthing hippies

    We're having another one any day now. At home this time too. Officially shut down operations today through the holidays to accommodate. Eager anticipation.
  18. Brando CalPankian

    RAIN PANTS

    I dig storm defenders. I wear the bibs and the coat. Don't like to be wet and cold.
  19. Brando CalPankian

    Yanmar earns its keep!

    Glad it's working out well. The tractor is a beast for sure. Ours still gets a good bit of use.
  20. Brando CalPankian

    Treemo 2017/2018. Petzl zig zag/ grillon with lanyard. Courant suspenders.

    What do you want for the grillion?

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