Big leaf maple climb

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Reg

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I deadwooded this tree last tuesday. Luckily we had a dry day, because there was a lot of tree to get around. Hard to tell what was dying and what wasnt at times. But a lot came out.

From a climbers point of view, Big leaf maples (Acer Macrophyllum) are particularly wobbly out here. They grow fast and extended without thickening out so much it seems. So it takes a few minutes to adjust to that when you're leaning into or getting any kind of suppose from your line. 10-15 minutes later your not even noticing though. This had about 8-9 stems. Perfect tree for the 150.

The sun doesn't help the camera much....but it does get better as I get around to the road side. Probably better viewing on a laptop or PC. Be hard to see on a phone.

Use HD setting. Thanks

 
Smooth climbing Reg, that tree looked like a fun challenge. I think all that wobbling in the tree would give me the willies. Great job though, how often do you get to do nice spreading broadleafs compared to the Firs?
 
Nice climbing! Are those retrievable redirects or do you work it into your route? I love the 150 so much I often over use it. Even if it doesn't have the oomph the other saws have, I like the weight...or lack there of.

Thanks for sharing your videos, I know it takes time to put a video together...I've tried. I have now just resorted to sharing other climbers videos and just saying, "This is what I do" in the comments. ;)

I know, Levi, I was thinking the same thing..."Doesn't Reg just live 150'+ up on his spurs zipping branches down to Earth?"
 
Excellent job working the tree Reg. This is one of the best videos I've seen of someone climbing and working the tree. Great job. Steve.
 
Thanks all.

Levi, hard to say, perhaps more than youd think. Maybe a 60/40 split. Conifers the higher number. But, I banked over 20 years working on sprawling hardwoods, so I dont believe you ever lose your familiarity with that kind of work.....at least, I never feel like Im out of sorts when I set about a tree like that. Some of the big conifer reductions are much tougher climbs....more physical.
 
John_KAYS said:
Nice climbing! Are those retrievable redirects or do you work it into your route? I love the 150 so much I often over use it. Even if it doesn't have the oomph the other saws have, I like the weight...or lack there of.

Thanks for sharing your videos, I know it takes time to put a video together...I've tried. I have now just resorted to sharing other climbers videos and just saying, "This is what I do" in the comments. ;)

I know, Levi, I was thinking the same thing..."Doesn't Reg just live 150'+ up on his spurs zipping branches down to Earth?"
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Sorry John, meant to answer earlier. No they are not retrievable. They are girth hitched.
 
Reg said:
Thanks all.

Levi, hard to say, perhaps more than youd think. Maybe a 60/40 split. Conifers the higher number. But, I banked over 20 years working on sprawling hardwoods, so I dont believe you ever lose your familiarity with that kind of work.....at least, I never feel like Im out of sorts when I set about a tree like that. Some of the big conifer reductions are much tougher climbs....more physical.
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Those conifer reductions look tough, hard rope angles.
 
Nice one reg, blm are one of my favorite, and at times least favorite climbs. Definitely lots of movement but you get used to it. Base anchor advanced with a sling?
Nice to see you off the hooks for a while. I've always enjoyed your vids, but more so now having moved PNW and can appreciate the difficulty of some of the jobs you post about.
 
JontreeHI said:
Nice one reg, blm are one of my favorite, and at times least favorite climbs. Definitely lots of movement but you get used to it. Base anchor advanced with a sling?
Nice to see you off the hooks for a while. I've always enjoyed your vids, but more so now having moved PNW and can appreciate the difficulty of some of the jobs you post about.
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Thanks Jon. No I just tied/choked the climb line off at the base.
 
Reg said:
I deadwooded this tree last tuesday. Luckily we had a dry day, because there was a lot of tree to get around. Hard to tell what was dying and what wasnt at times. But a lot came out.

From a climbers point of view, Big leaf maples (Acer Macrophyllum) are particularly wobbly out here. They grow fast and extended without thickening out so much it seems. So it takes a few minutes to adjust to that when you're leaning into or getting any kind of suppose from your line. 10-15 minutes later your not even noticing though. This had about 8-9 stems. Perfect tree for the 150.

The sun doesn't help the camera much....but it does get better as I get around to the road side. Probably better viewing on a laptop or PC. Be hard to see on a phone.

Use HD setting. Thanks

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How big is that bugger?
 
Reg said:
It can still be the better choice on certain jobs Joseph....but with the multiple leads and lots of vertical ascents, I didn't think it was the best choice for this particular job.
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I couldn't agree more they both have their place. At times I like the speed assent of the SRT other times the lack of dual forces prompt me to enjoy dbrt. Again thanks for a great video REG you truly are a gem in our trade!
 
Yeah Reg, it's a great video, cool to see you smoothly pruning. Reminds me of our Silver Maples here in the east, lanky and soft wood. When you get down you feel seasick.

Reed Wortley
CTSP #01739
ISA CA #SO-6953A
 
Thanks again

MikePowers321 said:
Nice Job Reg. It is always nice to get off the spurs for awhile. I have to look into to getting a MS150 for pruning.
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I was skeptical at first re: the gains of getting one....but yeah its very noticeable, the difference in weight, size and the accuracy of finishing cuts with that piercing bar and tiny chain. And its so quiet, comparitively. I wouldn't be without one now.
 
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