Rope glazing

[theXman]

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...glazing isn't wanted, but in reality, it's glazing the otter cover, so strength wise, not too big of a deal...

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Keep in mind that depending on what rigging line you are using, 50% of the strength is probably in that cover.

Just don't want people getting the wrong impression!

love
nick

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ahh, yes, good to clarify that Nick. I was only thinking of MY lowering ropes.

 

[theXman]

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Your rope is toast, figure the cost of the rope into the job next time. Rope is not that expensive, 200ft. of 1/2 inch stable braid is like 200 bucks, so is 200ft. of the 9/16.

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That is way too much money waste, to be frequently buying rope in my opinion.

Ropes, saws, saddles, blocks, slings, devices, trucks and equipment all need to be protected and cared for very well if you want to remain in business for many years and make some profit.

plastic rakes should be just about the only thing that gets broken or worn out fairly quickly. Even a somewhat new rake getting broken pisses me off though.

 

[unatool]

chipper knives and fuel filters!

Go easy on burning those ropes, slower is more profitable...

 

[theXman]

actually, our chipper knives last a VERY long time too. I spazz if i see any dirt on the bark go in a chipper.

new guys usually try to send some dirt through though or guys that come from other companies try to send fine rakings though the chipper (what the heck!).

 

[unatool]

words from my old boss

rope glazing: "take another wrap"
chipper knives: "don't let any stones in the chipper"
chainsaws: "just cut the wood"
topping: "just climb up a little higher..."
clean up: "peck up the branches, then use the rake"
break: "ready for a peanut butter?"
urine: "go pee on the chips"

p.s. - Just broke out a new 150 ft 9/16 stable braid, retired 200 ft blue streak, 150 HiVi climb line.
New knives once per year (6 month flip!)
-Ready for busy season...

 

[Caballos]

Rope is cheap. I didn't say buy a bunch, burn it up, or abuse it.

 

[Gord]

I have had ropes glaze before and now run a water hose on the bollard if I think it might happen. It lowers the friction a bit too so an extra wrap might be needed for the same weight.

 

[dylanclimbs]

Generally the greatest contributing factor to rope glazing is inexperienced groundmen, IME. That said, @#$$ happens.

 

[southsoundtree]

Nice tip, Gord. Thanks.

Our ropes, up in this neck of North America, are already wet so much of the year, what's the difference, right?