Compact Bulldog Bone

OldMillTreeCare1 said:
Way back on this thread there was feedback on the installation and use of a swivel on the bottom of the BDB.
How has that worked out?
Are people still using a swivel (or is the BDB better without)?
If using, which swivel fits best?
Thanks
Al.
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This R.E. Nano is the one that has been said to fit well. I think you need the flat sides, but I have not put a swivel directly onto the BDB because I have a hydra swivel on my bridge. I'm sure someone who has a Nano will respond soon, but I wanted to just get you thinking about the Nano as the likely configuration. I like incorporating a swivel when using the BDB. I find myself spinning it to get good angles constantly, and when I go without a swivel it feels awkward and inhibiting. But I incorporate swivels wherever I can! Back on page ~26 there is a lot of discussion on Swivels, but you can see the beginnings of the Nano back on page 22 - http://www.treebuzz.com/forum/threads/compact-bulldog-bone.28246/page-22
And Tyler has some good pictures of the Nano throughout.
TylerHoffman said:
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OldMillTreeCare1 said:
Way back on this thread there was feedback on the installation and use of a swivel on the bottom of the BDB.
How has that worked out?
Are people still using a swivel (or is the BDB better without)?
If using, which swivel fits best?
Thanks
Al.
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I love the nano swivel especially after I put a revolver carabiner in it. Very compact and less wear on the bridge.
 
Now I have to ask - Can a revolver fit through a standard (non swivel) bulldog bone attachment point?

I'm looking to possibly buy both in the near future.

Thanks
 
123Craig said:
Now I have to ask - Can a revolver fit through a standard (non swivel) bulldog bone attachment point?

I'm looking to possibly buy both in the near future.

Thanks
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No I don't think a revolver will fit through the teardrop attachpoint. The hole there is 5/8"
 
So, during another climb today, I started wondering two things.

Will it be easier to have a swivel so that my BDB can rotate when I need it?

Or:

Will the swivel allow the BDB to rotate where I don't want it?

Any opinions based on your experiences gratefully received.
 
oldmilltreecare said:
So, during another climb today, I started wondering two things.

Will it be easier to have a swivel so that my BDB can rotate when I need it?

Or:

Will the swivel allow the BDB to rotate where I don't want it?

Any opinions based on your experiences gratefully received.
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Hey, OldMill! If you don't mind my asking, how long have you had your Bulldog Bone, and how are you liking it so far, especially compared to the Hitch Hiker?

Sorry if you've already covered this earlier. I just remember you as being a guy who was not afraid to voice his preference for the Hitch Hiker over the Rope Wrench a long time ago, in a gentlemanly manner. So I trust you when you give your honest opinion.

I was also wondering whether or not you've tried the Rope Runner yet, and if so, what you thought of that.

If this last question seems like a thread hijack, just ignore it.

Thanks in advance for any answers you choose to give.

Tim
 
TimBr said:
Hey, OldMill! If you don't mind my asking, how long have you had your Bulldog Bone, and how are you liking it so far, especially compared to the Hitch Hiker?

Sorry if you've already covered this earlier. I just remember you as being a guy who was not afraid to voice his preference for the Hitch Hiker over the Rope Wrench a long time ago, in a gentlemanly manner. So I trust you when you give your honest opinion.

I was also wondering whether or not you've tried the Rope Runner yet, and if so, what you thought of that.

If this last question seems like a thread hijack, just ignore it.

Thanks in advance for any answers you choose to give.

Tim
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Hi Tim
I've only got four climbs on the BDB so far and think it's awesome.
It's taking a bit of getting used to as it releases so easily for descent. I just need to develop some muscle memory and tune in to it. This is true of all new gear.

The BDB is too new to me to write a review yet but I've got enough experience to know what's good and what's not.

Firstly, you're right, a couple of years ago I was vocal about the HH verses the RW. This was borne out of frustration on Arbtalk where RW guys were dissing the HH when they had not even used one!
I've always rated the RW and wouldn't fault it in any way. The one thing that I made clear then and still now is that the HH suits my desires more than the the RW. Simple.

So, how do I compare the BDB to the HH:
I can't.
The BDB acts like a fully mechanical HH with a slightly different feel.
I'd like to state here and now that in two months time I won't have a preference so, watch this space.

However, I'm going to be using my BDB on a 65m Cougar Blue and the HH on a 37m Yale Poison HiVee.
So not a direct comparison but comparison enough for me. Having said that, I don't want to compare.

Paul Cox and Gordon have both done an utterly outstanding job both in terms innovation and design. The product quality and performance is sensational and anyone brave enough to pick fault is a fool, IMO.
I have not used a Rope Runner but I'm of the opinion that all these devices (RW & Unicender included) are faultless and it is up to the the climber to find the system that suits them best and then develop skills to compliment the system.

Thanks for reading
Al.
 
Great post, oldmill! Thanks so much for your time and attention to my questions. It is just unbelievable the number of great choices available to climbers nowadays.

I look forward to reading what you have to say once you get more time on your new device. Thanks again, so much, for taking the time to respond so well and so quickly.

Tim
 
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