Poplar-Rigging-Removal

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That Poplar looks a lot like the Hybrid Poplar/Cottonwoods I'm taking down.

There was a lot of work there. I know. You guys always do well planned/executed work.

I'm wondering if you have ever considered using a Petzl Mini Traxion (or Pro Traxion) for the control of the drift line. If we need to use a drift line, for long periods of time and long distances, I look for a tree to anchor a Mini Traxion. This gives the groundsman the chance to take a break between pulls, if necessary, and it eliminates the possibility of a groundie accidentally letting go of the load.

Sure, it may take a little bit of time to put the drift line into the Traxion, but the 2 points I brought up are worth it.

Just curious.

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Thanks for the diagram Jamin, and that’s a neat little gadget....although I wouldn't want to give up the 2:1 in favour of a 1:1 with rope grab. As well as, I do prefer the guys to be backing away from the work as opposed to backing into it.

In the past Ive always added a prussic to the first leg of the 2:1, allowing the pulley to tend the knot, if ever we wanted a one way system that is. Obviously as with more legs, say 5:1 the prussic would be on the 4th leg nearest the guy pulling. Thanks again
 
Reg, just had the time to view the entire 2 vids. Very impressive. Excellent Team work again. Were the 2 blocks/2 ropes for the weight of the log or for better control, or a combo of the 2. Thanks for sharing.
 
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Reg, just had the time to view the entire 2 vids. Very impressive. Excellent Team work again. Were the 2 blocks/2 ropes for the weight of the log or for better control, or a combo of the 2. Thanks for sharing.

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Mainly the weight Norm….especially in that we had to bring the last one to a halt quite abruptly.
My initial idea was to use both ends of the ¾ in line….only I soon realised that it wasn’t as long as I thought, so we had to extend one of the ends by a D-shackle and extra sling to attach to all but the last log.

Often its quite the task trying to get a ground-worker to stay cool as the logs get heavier, are falling from above the rigging and the ground gets closer….I see that look of dread most every week at some stage. So with that in mind I think the technique in question not only extends the life of your ropes, but can also bring a little extra calm to the situation. Thanks
 
Fantastic documentation of your skill & work yet again Reg.
A massive insperation to me when I found the use of this tool (computer) lived in vans for a while & under stones. I am curious as to what edit tool you use for your films.
 
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Fantastic documentation of your skill & work yet again Reg.
A massive insperation to me when I found the use of this tool (computer) lived in vans for a while & under stones. I am curious as to what edit tool you use for your films.

[/ QUOTE ] I use windows movie maker. Pretty basic but it does the job that I need. Thanks
 
[/ QUOTE ]I do prefer the guys to be backing away from the work as opposed to backing into it.

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Yes, as the diagram is just what it is, a diagram. And the rope grab wouldn't let the load drop on a groundie. That is the point. If the groundie was moving towards the landing zone of the limb he/she could then eliminate time walking to the limb to untie the rope too.
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Any who...

Carry on.
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I use windows movie maker. Pretty basic but it does the job that I need. Thanks

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WTFrog?! I used Windows Movie Maker as well and I can't post to the interweb. I had to buy Roxio to transfer my file from WMM to Roxio, then to the web.
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It is also sort of why I am not interested in editing stuff if I have to take extra steps than necessary.

And, for some reason, Roxio doesn't want to capture the video from my POV helmet cam. So, I've sort of given up on it.

It is as if no matter what I try to do, I can't do it as easy as it should be.
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[/ QUOTE ]I do prefer the guys to be backing away from the work as opposed to backing into it.

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Yes, as the diagram is just what it is, a diagram. And the rope grab wouldn't let the load drop on a groundie. That is the point. If the groundie was moving towards the landing zone of the limb he/she could then eliminate time walking to the limb to untie the rope too.
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Thats cool Jamin, but I'll pass for now. The 2:1 walking away outweighs the 1:1 walking towards....for me at least
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I dont know whats up with your Movie Maker and why it wont even transfer to the web, I've heard that elsewhere on the forum and its a total mystery why there would be a problem
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Reg,
I applaud you for keeping things so "cool" on your jobs... That is obviously something you make happen, and it does make the job more pleasurable for everyone and certainly more fun to watch.
Let that be an inspiration to all the hot headed climbers that go off screaming and yelling all the time.. I've seen one throw a saw from 70', landing 6' from a groundie (no damage either)... That is unnecessary stres on the whole crew, looks very unprofessional and kills the joy of a great day at work.

So good on you for keeping your jobs so calm... that and the accent & tone of your voice... SMOOTH!!!
 
That is a slick method ive never seen that done. I enjoyed the videos you know what you are doing thats for sure. i never thought about a 2.1 for the tag line thats a good idea. Post some more vids i enjoy watching other good climbers at work i dont get to do that to often.
 
Quick question Reg.

Were you able to use that highest rigging point for most of the limb removals and just use redirect rigging points to swing the load over to the central rigging point like it shows in the vids, or did you have to keep moving the central (main) rigging point?
 
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Quick question Reg.

Were you able to use that highest rigging point for most of the limb removals and just use redirect rigging points to swing the load over to the central rigging point like it shows in the vids, or did you have to keep moving the central (main) rigging point?

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Chris, the main rigging point was sufficient for most of the branches....although I did use a better positioned redirect for a while early-on, at least until the distance between it and the work became too great. Thanks
 
[quoteI dont know whats up with your Movie Maker and why it wont even transfer to the web, I've heard that elsewhere on the forum and its a total mystery why there would be a problem
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Maybe Microsoft is partial to the Mother Land.
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And FWIW Reg. The technique I brought up can't be soley executed by walking towards the load. A person can position him/herself 90° away from the pulley (or anywhere away from the load). But, if I were a betting man... I think you'll still pass.
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Hi Reg, I just thought of another question. Did you find on those tall leads that you need a double wrap with your lanyard even with a high TIP?

Thanks again for providing such a great video that shows your work. Do you work full time with that crew or are you a contract climber for them?
 
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Hi Reg, I just thought of another question. Did you find on those tall leads that you need a double wrap with your lanyard even with a high TIP?

Thanks again for providing such a great video that shows your work. Do you work full time with that crew or are you a contract climber for them?

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I think on a couple of occasions Chris yes. I am a CC, and work within a regular 8 or so companies. Thanks
 
Wonderful vid once again Reg. Do the guys you work for ever harass you for taking your time with the rigging? I'm sure in the end the slow and steady pace wins the race.

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Wonderful vid once again Reg. Do the guys you work for ever harass you for taking your time with the rigging? I'm sure in the end the slow and steady pace wins the race.

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Actually, most of the time I'm waiting on them not the other way around. If I'm waiting too long I know I need to cut smaller or vice versa. If ever too much stuff builds up on the ground I'll get down and help out for a while. Thanks
 
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