Training, top notch equipment and professionalism. This is why you are an arborist and not one of the hacks out there who butcher trees and take advantage of property owners. And, I think, a proud papa as well.
American tree service supply has an aluminum pole saw setup. It's 6 6ft sections that overlap 6 inches so about 33 ft working range with the saw head and separate pruner head. The max length only weighs 15 lbs.
I just purchased a monkey beaver a few months back. Great saddle, I like that it's American made and supports our fellow tree family. Whichever you decide, suspenders are a huge help. Stay safe, God bless
That’s me up there, and I’ll admit that I stay kinda stressed a bit while I’m up there, keeps me double and triple checking my systems that keep me alive.
Every climber should be proficient with the "fundamentals". Tying and using a Blake's hitch is definitely one of the fundamental skills for a climbing arborist. 😁 I enjoyed watching that, thanks for posting it up. Keep yourself safe! 😃👍❤️🌲 Randy
Good to see you teaching foot locking, with all the great climbing gear it is sometimes skip as old fashion. But when all else fails it lets you move in a tree. Same goes for knowing how tie a useable saddle with just a rope.
I just watched the video your son posted on tree climbers tips and tricks last night of you working the ropes when he dropped the top. Excellent job letting it run. I love watching all your videos
The hook on that pole saw also helps keep the saw from pulling out of the cut prematurely, but for an experienced user that's not much of an issue. Looks like a nice pole saw. I completely agree with Kalen about all climbers learning the Blake hitch. I've never used anything else, but I'm curious to try some of the new gear. It was funny when I saw him tying the Blake hitch and immediately I thought, "his tail is too short", and then you told him it was too short.
@@arboristBlairGlenn - I never used a keeper knot on the end of the tail, but I wish I had. I like your suggestion on using it to keep the rope taught. When my son was little I bought a child's harness and got him to swing on a rope but he never had any interest in climbing. I admire both of you for how well you work together and do activities together. My son just became a computer geek.
Blakes hitch is a great way to learn. Could be a lifesaver sometime if things go wrong and all u have is rope. I used it for awhile then switched to a vt. Then a vt with rope wrench single rope. Way easier. Awsome video, thanks for sharing.
That was interesting, I have learned the old technics after the new ones. As a hobby climber it is seamed natural to use a device to climb cause they are available and easy to use. Afterwards I have learned that the devices are not a must, and learned old school methods like foot locking, hitches and stuff from books and videos like this one. Now I like my devices even more ;-) Nice to see that you are teaching new guys. Stay save and have fun in and with the trees. Thanks for all your great videos!
So interesting to see how things have changed since when I was climbing 20yrs ago. We did nothing but Pussik and footlocking on beltloop harnesses. These days in Europe OHS says you can't even climb without a chest/fullbody harness. They are almost impossible branchwalk in though.
I weighed cost, time to receive and general reviews and went with the Petzl. Maybe someday I’ll get a Monkey Beaver as a second but my old one is falling apart so I needed a quick replacement.
Kalen's right. Very often drt with hitch makes the most sense. But srt sure has been helpful to me (and fun!) for moving around circuitous paths through the canopy.
Srt is awesome when your a horrible shot with a throw weight like I am. When you can't isolate that perfect branch "well looks like were going for a basal anchor again" lol
@@Karodrinker Did you have the rigging set up in the back stem to act as a gantry? Helps reduce the bending moment on that limb a lot. Either that or if you put a safe block or even a figure 8 at the top of the tree instead of getting all your friction at the portawrap you can virtually reduce the forces on the tree by 50%.
@@elliotkramer2714 I had it running from the portawrap and then up through a large rigging ring wrapped around a large limb. The branches weren’t super heavy, otherwise I would have redirected it one more time.
I learned to climb using a taught-line hitch and then graduated to the Blake hitch. That and the foot lock/ Prussik for getting into the tree. Would have loved to have those ascenders.
I do know there were a lot of hard working men in our family. Farmers, carpenters, ranchers. Men who worked with their hands. So different but of like minds.
Footlock. Not many newer climbers understand this “old school” technique that was so important in my early years. Here is a video that every climber will enjoy. ruclips.net/video/XlpcH8YwrxU/видео.html
I just spent 20 minutes learning stuff I don't need to know just because the teacher is so good. thanks again.
Hahaha educational entertainment.
@@Karodrinker better than most netflix shows. thanks, I am glad that your dad has more of you in the videos
@@jenkinseric2 thanks Eric!
Training, top notch equipment and professionalism. This is why you are an arborist and not one of the hacks out there who butcher trees and take advantage of property owners. And, I think, a proud papa as well.
Thank you
This was pretty cool...the filming from the start with the air cannon & how everything worked was great.
Thanks, I think it came out pretty well.
I enjoyed the variety of topics talked about in this video! And the drone footage, that’s always fun.
Got a little close with my drone to that tree
Sounded like “Santa” was trying to figure out what climbing belt to get him for Christmas.
No, he has to buy it himself.
American tree service supply has an aluminum pole saw setup. It's 6 6ft sections that overlap 6 inches so about 33 ft working range with the saw head and separate pruner head. The max length only weighs 15 lbs.
Sounds impressive!!
I just purchased a monkey beaver a few months back. Great saddle, I like that it's American made and supports our fellow tree family. Whichever you decide, suspenders are a huge help. Stay safe, God bless
Went with the Sequoia!
@@Karodrinker Nice! I was close to going that way as well.
Nice video.....
Great video! It's always to have father son time & be doing something productive at the same time.
When my son was young, I taught him. Now that he is a father too, he becomes the teacher. Always learning something new.
Always good to see your operation. Thanks for the insights
Glad you are benefiting from my video efforts.
I'd never be a tree climber, don't like heights! but I have nothing but admiration for them. Great video.
That’s me up there, and I’ll admit that I stay kinda stressed a bit while I’m up there, keeps me double and triple checking my systems that keep me alive.
Every climber should be proficient with the "fundamentals".
Tying and using a Blake's hitch is definitely one of the fundamental
skills for a climbing arborist. 😁
I enjoyed watching that, thanks for posting it up.
Keep yourself safe! 😃👍❤️🌲
Randy
always learn something here. Thanks
Use a carabiner next time to bring down the throw line. Wrap the line on the carabiner and pull. Way easier on the hands.
We often use a stick.
Good to see you teaching foot locking, with all the great climbing gear it is sometimes skip as old fashion. But when all else fails it lets you move in a tree. Same goes for knowing how tie a useable saddle with just a rope.
The old school skills need to be the first skills to learn and perfect. Not the other way around.
I just watched the video your son posted on tree climbers tips and tricks last night of you working the ropes when he dropped the top. Excellent job letting it run. I love watching all your videos
Right on! It’s fun to share these big tree jobs.
The hook on that pole saw also helps keep the saw from pulling out of the cut prematurely, but for an experienced user that's not much of an issue. Looks like a nice pole saw. I completely agree with Kalen about all climbers learning the Blake hitch. I've never used anything else, but I'm curious to try some of the new gear. It was funny when I saw him tying the Blake hitch and immediately I thought, "his tail is too short", and then you told him it was too short.
Dad looking out for his son.
@@arboristBlairGlenn - I never used a keeper knot on the end of the tail, but I wish I had. I like your suggestion on using it to keep the rope taught. When my son was little I bought a child's harness and got him to swing on a rope but he never had any interest in climbing. I admire both of you for how well you work together and do activities together. My son just became a computer geek.
Blakes hitch is a great way to learn. Could be a lifesaver sometime if things go wrong and all u have is rope. I used it for awhile then switched to a vt. Then a vt with rope wrench single rope. Way easier. Awsome video, thanks for sharing.
We should all know the basics first.walk before you run
@@arboristBlairGlenn . For sure. My 7 and 10 year olds climb with the blakes hitch. Great videos.
That was interesting, I have learned the old technics after the new ones. As a hobby climber it is seamed natural to use a device to climb cause they are available and easy to use. Afterwards I have learned that the devices are not a must, and learned old school methods like foot locking, hitches and stuff from books and videos like this one. Now I like my devices even more ;-)
Nice to see that you are teaching new guys.
Stay save and have fun in and with the trees. Thanks for all your great videos!
So interesting to see how things have changed since when I was climbing 20yrs ago.
We did nothing but Pussik and footlocking on beltloop harnesses.
These days in Europe OHS says you can't even climb without a chest/fullbody harness.
They are almost impossible branchwalk in though.
Yeah, sometimes the “power that be, don’t know very much”
Showing the new guy "the Ropes" literally :)
Loving ur video's Mr.Glenn
Thanks Todd
Once it's properly adjusted, the monkey beaver is super comfortable all day. Just saying.
I weighed cost, time to receive and general reviews and went with the Petzl. Maybe someday I’ll get a Monkey Beaver as a second but my old one is falling apart so I needed a quick replacement.
I actually have a tree austria 3.2, size 1. Its barely used, and i'm willing to part with it for a significant discount.
excellent work gentlemen
stay safe stay healthy
Thank you
Kalen's right. Very often drt with hitch makes the most sense. But srt sure has been helpful to me (and fun!) for moving around circuitous paths through the canopy.
Hey Jeff! Thanks for commenting.
Srt is awesome when your a horrible shot with a throw weight like I am. When you can't isolate that perfect branch "well looks like were going for a basal anchor again" lol
I’m having fun learning the new techniques as well. Sure made ascending this free hanging rope easy.
Let’s play boys! Kalen check out the new tribe onyx harness, have an extra if you want to try before you buy.
@@woodpeckerarborist I ordered a petzl sequoia yesterday
I liked the "dinamic belay" of the big branch.
I liked it too! Kept me from getting all shook up.
@@Karodrinker I can imagine... :-))
ruclips.net/video/IP4bTXMPBus/видео.html
@@Karodrinker Did you have the rigging set up in the back stem to act as a gantry? Helps reduce the bending moment on that limb a lot. Either that or if you put a safe block or even a figure 8 at the top of the tree instead of getting all your friction at the portawrap you can virtually reduce the forces on the tree by 50%.
@@elliotkramer2714 I had it running from the portawrap and then up through a large rigging ring wrapped around a large limb. The branches weren’t super heavy, otherwise I would have redirected it one more time.
I think I handled the rope about as correct as possible
whoa
I thought about getting that newer Notch harness when i replace my weaver
I learned to climb using a taught-line hitch and then graduated to the Blake hitch. That and the foot lock/ Prussik for getting into the tree. Would have loved to have those ascenders.
I still like the old taught line hitch
How do you know the branch the bean bag wrapped is strong enough to carry you up there? Great video man!
The size of the limb and not being too far out. Years of knowing how strong the limbs are
When you’re climbing on a stationary line, you can have it go over multiple branches like we did here.
@@Karodrinker Dude! Come on out to Wisconsin and work with us for a week! Would love to trade tips and tricks!
@@elliotkramer2714 post COVID I am down! Always wanted to rock climb at Devils Lake.
nice.
I wonder if Blairs forefathers were into tree work? It obviously has passed down to his son. Very interesting video !
Hahaha no my Grandfather didn’t do tree work.
I do know there were a lot of hard working men in our family. Farmers, carpenters, ranchers. Men who worked with their hands. So different but of like minds.
when would sycamore tree loses all it's leaves?
Footlock. Not many newer climbers understand this “old school” technique that was so important in my early years. Here is a video that every climber will enjoy.
ruclips.net/video/XlpcH8YwrxU/видео.html
your drone can tell you actual height of the tree without guessing.......
Yes, and it has been a valuable tool to know how close to a house a redwood would reach if it fell. 6 feet short so the client now sleeps well.
is that air cannon home made?
No, made by Tree Stuff dot com
Was the pump purchased through them also ?
sycamores are over planted in warm temperate and some subtropical places all over the world.
These are natives that live near creeks here in the Bay Area.
it's large size is a result of it's fast growth rate.