I can't believe the guy posted this video ...

Hoowasat · Nov 2, 2016

Here's an example of how not to make a back cut ...

Tony · Nov 3, 2016

I have seen far worse. It's just what he describes doesn't have the effect he claims. If the tree sits back the hinge is all that keeps it from falling. That short slant will do nothing.

Far better to stack some wedges at 45 degrees then sever the trigger on the opposite side.

He really needs to improve his accuracy so the tree does not hang up.

Tony

Jeff · Nov 3, 2016

Ever see Bob Vila's felling demonstrations? Wonder how many people his "expertise" has killed?

At the end of the video, watch the tree go 90° to the side of his notch! Criminal.

Then he repeated it on live tv, and completed the back cut above the entire notch.

Tom Dunlap · Nov 3, 2016

After watching Bob Vila drop...I wouldn't honor what he did by calling it 'felling' and dishonor professional fellers...this vid came up in the YouTube queue...

https://m.youtube.com/watch?ebc=ANy...3PDRqz8dY6kNyTmMTJxm7mWD63SGkEw&v=bIBeL-3RB1U

Seems ironic to have them In this order

Tony · Nov 5, 2016

Here lies the dichotomy, so many cuts can be made so wrong, yet no one dies. Happens 95% of the time.

The issue is the other 5%...

Especially if you call yourself a professional.

This explains 100% of the poor felling advice on this site and all the others.

Tony

Treetopflyer · Nov 5, 2016

Hoowasat · Nov 5, 2016

Jeff said:
Ever see Bob Vila's felling demonstrations?

Those two vids are OMG-moments if I ever saw one. I enjoyed watching him on "This Old House" years ago, but he obviously needs to stay away from chainsaws. Thanks for sharing.