HUGE Redwood REMOVAL

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  • Опубликовано: 9 авг 2019
  • It has to go. Damaging structure. This monster is not an old tree. How old you ask? I tell you at the end. Go ahead and guess before you watch. This longer video tells the whole story. 4 days work in only 30 minutes! AND, we milled all the lumber too.

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  • @troels1979
    @troels1979 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for sharing Blair. I always enjoy your videos. You seem to have a blessed life, working with trees and with your family, always staying positive. And that pile of boards is a dream!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      troels1979 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @thomasmcdonald5887
    @thomasmcdonald5887 4 года назад +1

    Hi Guys , I’m from west Tennessee. I cut timber for 20 years and now I’m working for a tree service. And I just wanted to tell you that I feel blessed to have the knowledge I’ve gained and I’m always open for more. Your attitudes seem to be the same and I LOVE it. Nothing worse than a cocky know it all in our business. I would help on a job like this for a week for free just to be in California 😁. Be safe guys and please soak up some Beautiful west coast sun for me. It’s raining here and I’m off work watching you guys and having a blast.👍🏻👍🏻

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Thomas McDonald yeah, spoiled here but we pay for that nice weather with absurd costs of living. A 200 k house In Tennessee is well over a million here. So, Tennessee is not sounding too bad.

    • @Sethhaun78
      @Sethhaun78 10 месяцев назад

      I just trimmed some oaks of a building .I advised against it but they wanted it trimmed off roof.but my point was its 3.8 million dollar home.therr are some high ones .couldn't pay me to live out west ..especially with current times..my cuzzins just visited from there .they came fir week .I miss the cold north in Wisconsin :&Illinois

  • @tymesho
    @tymesho 4 года назад +1

    Blair, god only knows I could write a book here, you know. First, this was the most comprehensive, modern video I've EVER seen on removing a residential Redwood. Almost flawless with today's technology. I thank you so much!! THIS, as the 'lead climber', was what I became accustomed to, ABSOULUTLY LIVED FOR, 40 years ago, sans the buckets, new tech gear, working with just a single taut line hitch, a power saw, a climb line, and a safety line. Our 'tech' was a cabled safety line, if available. (you remember that.) At the time, a 'truckers hitch' was a staple. Rarely were we blessed with ample room for a drop zone. we had to 'table' small? lol? sections of wood with the largest saws we had. Our old chippers were high speed death traps that yanked the branches, if sharp, grabbed them so fast we had to become acrobats NOT to be whipped repeatedly on our body's. rolling small/large sections to the truck, it would literally take 4 men to lift them into the truck. you KNEW manhood, and what REAL work was about. ~MM

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Michigan Mister glad you enjoyed this. I’m pretty sore

    • @tymesho
      @tymesho 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn, lol, I watched/knew.

  • @tymesho
    @tymesho 3 года назад +5

    "At the end of the day, the climber makes the call"....perfectly said.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  3 года назад +1

      The climber is in charge and hopefully, trained well to make good decisions.

    • @tymesho
      @tymesho 3 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn can't tell you how many times I've opted for my smaller saw that ran so fast, and I trusted to make precision cuts, albeit more work involved.

  • @pneumatic00
    @pneumatic00 4 года назад +11

    19:30 great footage of that top coming down! That's dangerous-ass work, there's no two ways about it.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +3

      pneumatic00 there is a lesson in every video and that is the lesson here.

    • @billrobbins5874
      @billrobbins5874 3 года назад

      The slow motion of top going down was really cool! Beautiful wood. Was a very beautiful tree too. Thank you both. Great job!

  • @arboristBlairGlenn
    @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +22

    understanding Redwoods is also knowing that in the wrong environment, they don’t grow correctly. An urban redwood can often become a MONSTER problem tree much too quickly. This tree broke the water pipes and the client had a $2000. dollar water bill one month and didn’t know there was a leak. In the forest, a 66 year old tree might only be 16 inches in diameter (which is right).

    • @waabbii
      @waabbii 4 года назад

      why will an urban redwood grow faster then one in the forest?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      waabbii glad you asked. First, why does a native tree grow slower? In a dense forest, competition for light is a big issue. The trees grow slowly because of the conditions. In an urban environment, the trees have full sun, good soil and added irrigation. The tough trees are the fighters in a native habitat

    • @dougalburnell
      @dougalburnell 4 года назад

      What will you use the timber for? @arboristBlairGlenn

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      dougalburnell many outdoor projects

    • @DrewanNicholson
      @DrewanNicholson 4 года назад

      This was a greedy tree... Searching out even more water when it didn't know it had a good thing being an urbanite. Enjoy the beautiful lumber!

  • @mele9627
    @mele9627 4 года назад +9

    Both beautiful and devastatingly sad at the same time.

  • @treetime3043
    @treetime3043 4 года назад

    You must be very proud of your Son, he seems to be very good at trees and a very hard worker... every time I see a video with you and your son, it reminds me of my Father when I started working for him and he got me into climbing trees when I was just 17 years old... he never told me he was proud of me, but I could just see it in his face.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Tree Time you knew he was proud. Just like I’m proud of all my kids!

  • @farmerbob4554
    @farmerbob4554 4 года назад +7

    Yeah, the sawyer should unclip when topping for the very reason you said . The bar can get hung up in the holding wood if he saws too quickly or there’s heavy lean (or pulling). Very happy he got the saw clear but that was a close one.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Farmer Bob could have been bad and Kalen didn’t realize his mistake.

    • @Jamestreeman
      @Jamestreeman 4 года назад

      arboristBlairGlenn the clip on the back of the 200 and 201 is designed to break away. Might give him a slight jerk but that’s it. Saw would be on the ground.

    • @suzannecalvin
      @suzannecalvin 3 года назад

      I always keep my saw clipped in as I just about always have final finese cutting like Reg Coates
      EASING in to final release - shut saw off & hang & finish with hand saw 😊🌅
      spiderwoodman@gmail.com

  • @customcuts1
    @customcuts1 4 года назад +2

    Such an awesome video. Love you recognize the mistakes and that you leave the climber with the ultimate decision making. Plus milling the tree was great.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Bradley Carrico we learn from mistakes.

    • @customcuts1
      @customcuts1 4 года назад

      If we are wise we do.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Bradley Carrico here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @Quadflash
    @Quadflash 4 года назад

    My hat is off to you Blair. That was a difficult job -- well handled, and safe. Not many arborists could have done it.

  • @marbleman52
    @marbleman52 4 года назад

    After watching this channel for quite a while and learning how fast trees can grow in that area, I would've guessed 80 or 85. Before I started watching Blair I would have guessed 150 at least...LOL..!! I really liked the end where the top was cut off and slow mo was used with some very serene and sad strings & piano music...very nicely done..!!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      marbleman52 my first guess was based on the age of the house (before remodel) 1922. That would have put the tree at almost 100. Wrong

  • @lemansawi3249
    @lemansawi3249 4 года назад +2

    I do wall climbing.. Paragliding, abseiling and some thing to do with high altitude..
    But every time i watch your video on cutting tall trees it will give me a goosebumps. Chill in my spine.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Leman Sawi back in my youth, I was dedicated to big walls in Yosemite. Lived in camp 4 for a year. Back when pistons ruled and haul bags up big walls weighed 80 pounds.
      ruclips.net/video/xISV3XAeTLA/видео.html

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Leman Sawi here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @tomsan7742
    @tomsan7742 4 года назад +4

    this is one of the best vids you've done

  • @pops3627
    @pops3627 4 года назад +3

    Liked this video a lot. Great to see the new climbing rig.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Pops 549 thanks, next, a proper chest connection.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Pops 549 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @johnasumaa8644
    @johnasumaa8644 4 года назад

    Your work is not for those uncomfortable with heights. Wish I had that load of milled redwood. It would keep in stock and busy for the rest of my life---and then some. You and your crew do great work.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      John Asumaa Thanks John. Got a project in mind for all this redwood I have been milling. Should be good!

    • @johnasumaa8644
      @johnasumaa8644 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn I expect it may also be beautiful. Love that wood.

  • @johnschlesinger2009
    @johnschlesinger2009 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for this amazing video. I guessed the tree was 100 years old - way out! But it’s sad to see such a wonderful tree being taken out. But the fact that they are so fast growing is a consolation.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      john schlesinger too fast growing. Best left where they belong.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      john schlesinger here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

    • @Link_hyaa
      @Link_hyaa Год назад

      @@arboristBlairGlennhm yh lol, 95% of them has just been cutted down the last 200 years, but Yh It's just your job
      Some of them can cause some real problems if they aren't cutted down for sure.

  • @boyse69
    @boyse69 4 года назад +2

    Big old job that one Blair ! Nice amount of room to work , thanks for the video

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      boyse69 hardly ever have room to drop a big trunk

    • @boyse69
      @boyse69 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Sent you a well meaning Message to SARA e-mail

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      boyse69 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @shelleyp4168
    @shelleyp4168 4 года назад

    You have such beautiful intros. Great video content. I am so afraid of heights, so much respect for the profession. She was a young 66! ❤️

  • @mvblitzyo
    @mvblitzyo 4 года назад

    my guess was over 100 wow how cool was that great video Blair ! really like the milling too ..

  • @jackieosborn1299
    @jackieosborn1299 4 года назад +1

    Hi Glen, just wanted to say I enjoy your videos when I get time to watch. How much time did you have in the whole job not including the milling?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Jackie Osborn one day on the removal. The milling was slow because of set up time and moving wood out

    • @jackieosborn1299
      @jackieosborn1299 4 года назад +1

      Oh I was thinking you and your son worked a day on lower limbs then came back with your other helper.?

  • @Kc-bb4dt
    @Kc-bb4dt 4 года назад

    The work you do is amazing.The one thing I admire is your patience with the job and your guys.My first tree experience was in the 90's at a major company for powerlines.Soon after I went to another major company in St.Louis.The man in charge of our crew was on edge and screaming.Soon after I learned why.He had a white powdery substance on a cd case inside the bucket truck.Needless to say,I got a job close to home as soon as I could.

  • @Jjosephda
    @Jjosephda 4 года назад +3

    Awesome vijeo. Lol.
    Im from east coast where we get big hardwood but most of the time they are so spready they require a crane when that big. I would love to know how much you put on that job.

  • @CosmicStargoat
    @CosmicStargoat 4 года назад +13

    Oh, so *THAT'S* where boards come from. I thought you just went to someplace like Lowe's and bought them.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +4

      Ruthless Goat toothpicks too😳

    • @deliverybryan1138
      @deliverybryan1138 4 года назад +1

      Ruthless Goat nope they come from harvested trees ! And the mills send the lumber to the hardware stores such as : Home Depot , Lowes or Ace Hardware etc

  • @kennethdrovdal1082
    @kennethdrovdal1082 Год назад

    Great production from cutting to camera work. And such beautiful and enduring wood.

  • @johnhildebrand1991
    @johnhildebrand1991 4 года назад

    Just amazing how young that tree was and being that massive and its awesome to see trees being recycled into usable boards nice job on that moneta tree

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      john Hildebrand Thanks tough job, very sore

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @castorbond1235
    @castorbond1235 4 года назад

    PHENOMENAL VIDEO! Amazing skill set!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      elle jay much appreciated!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      elle jay here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @Stickmantree
    @Stickmantree 2 года назад

    Such a good feeling when the trunk his and everything is unharmed. I love that milling setup btw

  • @brodyowens4620
    @brodyowens4620 4 года назад +1

    Damn nice job that is the most efficient use out of that tree with the chips and the lumber

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Brody Owens if it has to go, save the lumber and slabs!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @ronaldkearn3322
    @ronaldkearn3322 4 года назад +1

    Very dangerous Blair! You should button up those sleeves! Huge job, huge tree. :-)

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      I’m just falling apart!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Ronald Kearn here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @davidforrest399
    @davidforrest399 4 года назад +3

    Arguably the height of that back cut is more the issue with the way the saw left the top, but that was a nice takedown. Speed lining those limbs was the perfect solution.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +4

      David Forrest I show mistakes so others can benefit from seeing why.

    • @louisvandeventer2497
      @louisvandeventer2497 4 года назад +1

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Well said sir! I've never said a bad word about any of your videos but the bottom cut of the face cut was too deep, the back cut was too high and he cut through the hinge due too poor saw positioning, the top of the bar might have been a better option so he could see his cuts. At the end of the day it landed right, climber was OK and so was the saw, a lesson learned.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +3

      Louis van deventer I intentionally did not edit the mistakes out. This site is all about learning.

    • @davidforrest399
      @davidforrest399 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn And I absolutely appreciate that, as much as highlights reels are lovely, I prefer to see the whole job, even the parts that are less ideal, as the reality we all face when we go aloft is that stuff happens. Recently did a poplar removal where we literally had that exact conversation about taking up a larger saw, so I'm glad to see others go through similar experiences.

    • @louisvandeventer2497
      @louisvandeventer2497 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn exactly, showing your mistakes will hopefully prevent others doing the same, respect to you sir!!

  • @PoplarMechanic
    @PoplarMechanic 4 года назад

    Hey man great video that slow mo top was really cool, I like your sons point of view. Anyway did he do that spurless? And if so just wondering why? For milling? Thanks for the video and have a good weekend 👊

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Poplar Mechanic he “stubbornly “ said “they hurt too much”. True, but I would have worn spurs.

    • @PoplarMechanic
      @PoplarMechanic 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn o ok well each to there own I guess. Really enjoyed the video. Have a good weekend.

    • @woodpeckerarborist
      @woodpeckerarborist 4 года назад

      That is crazy! I didn’t even consider that as a possibility to do that removal without spurs. Sounds like time for a spur adjustment or a new set. Kaleb is really impressive being able to go without, but like you said Blair, that was a mistake. Glad he made it down okay & hope he never takes that risk again. Really appreciate you being honest in the editing!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      woodpeckerarborist my son Kalen is very hard headed. Love him but he frustrates the hell out of me!

  • @databang
    @databang Год назад

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @bethelle9099
    @bethelle9099 Год назад

    Wow!
    Redwood to go!
    Literally!
    Great job, Blair and men!!!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  Год назад +1

      Yes! Thank you!

    • @bethelle9099
      @bethelle9099 Год назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn ,
      The best to you on your store, Blair!!!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  Год назад +1

      @@bethelle9099 thanks Beth. One of my kids put this together for me

    • @bethelle9099
      @bethelle9099 Год назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn ,
      A very lucky man to do what you love for work!
      Every job is unique!
      You are fortunate to have a supportive family, also!
      Have a great Sunday, Blair!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  Год назад +1

      @@bethelle9099 ❤️

  • @Josh-ib2hf
    @Josh-ib2hf 3 года назад

    What is the name of that tool you are using 2 hands on to climb the rope??

  • @66Cashius
    @66Cashius 4 года назад +2

    I think it grabbed his saw because he came in to high on back cut

  • @nicoblazey69
    @nicoblazey69 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful wood! How did you get the mill in there? I know you have been talking about getting SRT gear, all that up and down would have been perfect for it. Thankyou for the content, Zac.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Zac Damon the mill comes in pieces. I build it around the log. About an hour to set it up.

    • @nicoblazey69
      @nicoblazey69 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Incredible! I look forward to owning one someday

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Zac Damon here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @eucalyptusleemcconnell8314
    @eucalyptusleemcconnell8314 4 года назад +2

    I think I remember when you bid this job very nice tree climbing mate

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      eucalyptus Lee Mcconnell just finished this on Friday

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html eucalyptus Lee Mcconnell

  • @dwaynemadsen964
    @dwaynemadsen964 4 года назад

    At the end it looks like you got paid in redwood boards! We had a small (25 feet?) redwood in our yard when I was 5 years old. Those splinters sure get sore! Glad y'all made it home safely. I groaned when that stem missed the chip pile.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Dwayne Madsen the day of milling was to make the lumber for myself.

  • @oxusriver
    @oxusriver 4 года назад

    loved every minute of it.......

  • @kamiochambless2590
    @kamiochambless2590 4 года назад

    That mill is pretty awesome!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Kamio Chambless done hundreds of thousands of bd. ft. with it.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Kamio Chambless here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @marielg9143
    @marielg9143 4 года назад

    Amazing work

  • @toddjacks8288
    @toddjacks8288 3 года назад

    Merry Christmas to you and your family

  • @b14clg
    @b14clg 4 года назад +5

    Awesome video, it's a great shame to see such lovely trees in places where they don't now beyond

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +5

      Chris Gill I’m glad you understand. Lots of people won’t get it and just see “nice tree being removed”.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +3

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @mikehopkins7384
    @mikehopkins7384 3 года назад

    I would love to know what ballpark the bid was in for this tree!.. the saw getting grabbed has happened to me before I don’t use lanyard, but have had saws ripped out of my hand . I find that it’s important especially in wood that snaps easy to insure that back cut is level with the bottom of the face cut you practically negate that possibility when you do

  • @smithtradfallning
    @smithtradfallning 4 года назад

    That is one hell of a stump removal. Going to be hard to keep the residual root system from resprouting. What was the diamter on the stump?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      kyle smith true

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      kyle smith here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @KarlBunker
    @KarlBunker 4 года назад

    2:14: *STAAP THA DRUM NOYZZ!!* 😬 2:26: Ahhh, phew.
    21:30: This edit makes it look like you're cutting the tree down while your son is still up there. 😄
    Snarkiness aside, This was a really good video. I enjoyed the length. Past videos of yours have educated me about urban redwood trees; my guess on the age was "around 60 years."

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      KarlBunker sorry, I was trying to find something that made you feel the trepidation of this job. Bad choice?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      KarlBunker here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @jakubhostinsky4482
    @jakubhostinsky4482 3 года назад

    What a pity that you missed. ... Why did you cut out the lower branches? They can stay attached when you was felling whole tree, or not?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  3 года назад +1

      Jakub Hostinský wood and lumber is secondary to getting the job done

  • @HamiltonMechanical
    @HamiltonMechanical 4 года назад +1

    Hey Glenn! You Missed! ;) Great video sir!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Hamilton Mechanical and I’m not afraid to show my mistakes. Hindsight--, if I hit the chip pile, would the log have snapped there? We will never know!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Hamilton Mechanical here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @jimmydickson8854
    @jimmydickson8854 3 года назад

    Very crucial point to unclip your saw if gets stuck it will rip you from the tree not good ,that’s why you guys need to know your stuff ,thanks for the video

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  3 года назад

      I could edit out mistakes but sharing them may help another, younger climber.

  • @digbyodell2924
    @digbyodell2924 4 года назад

    I guessed 75 at first but then thought no this tree had prime squared growing conditions and changed to 65. That sure saved a lot of time and effort being able to bring it down as one big log!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Digby O'Dell great guess! A lot of people believe this is ancient.

    • @digbyodell2924
      @digbyodell2924 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Normally I would have guessed higher but some of your previous videos have given me some guidance as well!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Digby O'Dell here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @skratzracecarsandfabricati7333
    @skratzracecarsandfabricati7333 3 года назад

    Nice! But, when he threw the top, he incorrectly cut the face cut. His bottom cut was further than the top causing it to shelf. Luckily he got the bar out in time.

  • @marielg9143
    @marielg9143 3 года назад

    such a big amazing tree

  • @jonallaway2002
    @jonallaway2002 Год назад

    Great video, especially the slo-mo of the top coming off! I must admit I cringed slightly to see the mill operators' shirt loose like that, but I guess in reality it was plenty far enough away from the blade. Pleased with my guess at the beginning of 60 - 80 years old.

  • @pneumatic00
    @pneumatic00 4 года назад +1

    We had two large branches of one of those old huge-spreading oak trees crack off last night or this morning and is currently blocking our driveway and covering the majority of the neighbor's yard. "Coastal oaks" I think you have called them? I would say a 22" diameter and a 26" diameter branch. Plenty big, probably 15,000-18,000 pounds of wood. Got a tree service on the way. Looks like nothing serious was damaged, maybe knocked a few bricks off the top of a wall separating the properties, plenty of those bricks were loose anyway. Tree news!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      pneumatic00 summer limb drop

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      pneumatic00 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @erik30012
    @erik30012 4 года назад +1

    Good job! And Caleb knows now to make the back cut not above the notch 🙂

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Erik we are always learning

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

    • @erik30012
      @erik30012 3 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn beautiful wood!

  • @jenkinseric2
    @jenkinseric2 4 года назад

    one of the best videos I have watched. thank you. I have killed only a few dozen trees when I lived on 20 acres or BC west coast rain forest. I had lots of room and choice of where the trees landed usually. I know enough to be dangerous and even though I will never own another chainsaw I like learning from you.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Eric Jenkins glad you enjoyed this.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @lucyb15
    @lucyb15 4 года назад

    some white-knuckle viewing! I'm in awe.

  • @davebashford3753
    @davebashford3753 4 года назад

    Where was this? The neighborhood looked well canopied, which seems unusual in Silicon Valley. My guess is Los Altos Hills or Portola Valley?

  • @63256325N
    @63256325N 4 года назад

    I guessed 80 on the age....missed it by that much....😁
    A job well done. 👍
    Not too crazy about the music, but that's just me.
    Thanks for the video.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Duncan Mac yeah, might have missed it on the music but had some dead air to fill with something

    • @tymesho
      @tymesho 4 года назад

      Duncan,...the music, are you nut's?

    • @dsloop3907
      @dsloop3907 4 года назад +1

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Dead air is no problem, it's just a few seconds anyway. You could talk more about the job, the tree, etc.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Duncan Mac here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @eucalyptusleemcconnell8314
    @eucalyptusleemcconnell8314 4 года назад

    That's a nice aussie mill ya got there mate

  • @eddiephillips2000
    @eddiephillips2000 4 года назад

    Nice load of lumber from that tree! #jealous Hi Hi

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Eddie Phillips about 1000 bd ft

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Eddie Phillips here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @justinmcnulty601
    @justinmcnulty601 4 года назад +1

    For the climbers I highly recommend a breakaway saw strap and to clip the saw to a Transporter on your hip. Makes the saw more easily accessible and the long webbing hanging down less likely to get hung up. Less of a stump shot on the top would help make the top less likely to hang up on the saw. Great video as always and the Milling of the wood at the end was really awesome.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Justin McNulty this is a learning channel and I post mistakes for educational purposes. Hope this helps someone else.

    • @justinmcnulty601
      @justinmcnulty601 4 года назад

      arboristBlairGlenn I love your channel and learn from it also, Thanks for sharing

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Justin McNulty thanks

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Justin McNulty here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @arnenelson4495
    @arnenelson4495 4 года назад +6

    Wow, a clean video, no "f" words! Thank you!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      Arne Nelson you will not find profanity in any of my videos. Unless I slam my thumb with a hammer!!

    • @suzannecalvin
      @suzannecalvin 3 года назад +2

      Awesome no colour words
      ie. non racist tree removal
      Sorry my silly dumb jokes
      during takedown , besides
      going with Climbers decision on what saw climber ( boss ) decides
      Good on ya Blair 😊🌅
      spiderwoodman@gmail.com

  • @OBS_Ford_Diesels_Inc
    @OBS_Ford_Diesels_Inc 4 года назад +1

    I'm going to guess it was around 70 years old. Nice single leader tree. It's too bad such a nice healthy tree had to go, but at least the wood won't be wasted.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      obs ford diesels inc. you’re good!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      obs ford diesels inc. here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @juanbigotesgomez5017
    @juanbigotesgomez5017 3 года назад

    Buen trabajo señores mui bueno animo

  • @NealZ31
    @NealZ31 4 года назад +1

    Was he doing that top without spikes?

    • @347chas
      @347chas 4 года назад

      Yes, i believe so, i to was looking for them.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      NealZ31 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @Nhoj31neirbo47
    @Nhoj31neirbo47 4 года назад

    I guessed my age, 62 3/4. I was close. Are they leaving the stump? Will it be killed off ?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      LOVE OF PLANTS 🌻 this tree broke the water pipe and damaged the structure. He will get it ground out

  • @arborist460
    @arborist460 4 года назад

    And a sling for that porty!...lol. great job

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Forgot it in the other truck. Picky picky!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      arborist460 here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @mrolfe8341
    @mrolfe8341 4 года назад

    Was almost tempted to do a war dance around the desk!

  • @davidfairman5461
    @davidfairman5461 4 года назад

    That was a good job but was also sad for the tree

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      David Fairman understanding Redwoods is also knowing that in the wrong environment, they don’t grow correctly. An urban redwood can often become a MONSTER problem tree much too quickly. This tree broke the water pipes and the client had a $2000. dollar water bill one month and didn’t know there was a leak. In the forest, a 66 year old tree might only be 16 inches in diameter (which is right).

    • @davidfairman5461
      @davidfairman5461 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn I wood love some of the logs as I am a carver n turner.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      David Fairman here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @barrycook5607
    @barrycook5607 4 года назад

    Name of gentle music at about 5-6 minutes, please?

  • @bourquestephane
    @bourquestephane 4 года назад

    This video is impressive.
    It's sad to see such a majestic tree being cut but when you have to do it, you have to do it.
    I am also very curious about the amount of sawn timber in this tree.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      bourquestephane the upper two thirds is almost useless in an urban tree because of the huge knots. I yielded about a thousand board feet

    • @bourquestephane
      @bourquestephane 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Thank you. You and your team are hardworking. In our region (Quebec, Canada)
      trees take twice or triple the time to reach this size.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      bourquestephane here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @eveen3492
    @eveen3492 4 года назад

    Mine was already dying & it was removed in november of last year. Termites were killing it.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      eve EN here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @Guywithcrazyideas
    @Guywithcrazyideas 4 года назад

    24: 23 Great sound

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Guywithcrazyideas sound can make (or break) a video

    • @Guywithcrazyideas
      @Guywithcrazyideas 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn - I respect you.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @br-dj2ti
    @br-dj2ti 4 года назад

    Great video buddy why does your climber cut above his head just curious he should be chest level with his chainsaw

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      b r this removal was (in honesty), a bit over his skill level. Without mistakes, we don’t really learn. I notice I did not edit this to make my son look amazing?

    • @br-dj2ti
      @br-dj2ti 4 года назад

      Yes most definitely he did a great job but as you know in tree work one wrong mistake could cost you your life I've been doing this for almost 18 years climbing for about 14.

    • @Karodrinker
      @Karodrinker 4 года назад

      It was because I wasn’t wearing spikes and was cutting from the last remaining stub.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Kalen Glenn that was an error

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @12namleht
    @12namleht 4 года назад

    Beautiful Wood

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Steve and valuable!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @elffirrdesign2063
    @elffirrdesign2063 4 года назад +1

    One of your best videos Buddy!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Elffirr Design thanks

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Elffirr Design here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @anthonygalipo9875
    @anthonygalipo9875 4 года назад

    Very clean job kinda sad to have to take a big one down

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Anthony Galipo big but not old

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Anthony Galipo here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @trooperandcooperale3057
    @trooperandcooperale3057 4 года назад +2

    Great video, that Slow-Mo was brilliant. You don't need "dramatic" drums although quite funny.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Trooperandcooper Ale the drone has no sound so I need to fill in something. Maybe a mistake?

    • @trooperandcooperale3057
      @trooperandcooperale3057 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn Nar it's fine, but the sound of your calming voice is more then enough. lol

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Trooperandcooper Ale here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @paulmace7910
    @paulmace7910 4 года назад

    I would be worried about the trunk splitting with me tied into it. Any instances of that happening to climbers?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Paul Mace recognized weakness can lead to fatalities.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Paul Mace here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @o2wow
    @o2wow 4 года назад

    As sad as it was to see that tree come down, it make no sense whatever to plant them around homes without an acre or so, of clear land around each tree. Seeing the lumber that the tree was made into makes it much better.
    In the coulda' shoulda' woulda' realm... We visited a friend and his wife in Arcata, California where he was in forestry school. He tried to get me to buy some Northern California bluff land for less than $1,000 an acre. He said we could plant redwoods and let them grow tax freee for forty years, then cut enough to build a house and retire. That was about 45 years ago and back then we barely had gas money to get back to LA County. We lost contact, but I hope he was able to realize that dream.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      wbbh “looking for a home in the heart of the country”🌲

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      wbbh here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @br-dj2ti
    @br-dj2ti 4 года назад +1

    The reason why I'm sure you know Glenn his saw got stuck in his back cut hes about 2" above maybe 3 above his notch he should it came right at the notch that would not happen

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      b r and there is the lesson on this video. I’m subtile but clear

  • @julianalderson6996
    @julianalderson6996 4 года назад +2

    gota learn somehow" but yer shows when ya cuttin at eye level with one hand" gota get up a bit n use both just get more comfortable" but nice fulas

  • @bman77817
    @bman77817 2 года назад

    Why don’t we have plantations of these trees all over? They could really be the answer to sustainable forestry. I’ve seen with my own eyes how well they grow here in Washington state.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  2 года назад

      The lumber quality of these fast growing Redwoods is very poor. A quality Redwood is a slow growing, forest tree. Huge difference. They do plant new groves in the woods.

  • @jaydos92
    @jaydos92 Год назад

    Aren't they worth more as slabs?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  Год назад +2

      Slabs are good but you also need lumber. Storing slabs is a challenge.

  • @howabouthetruth2157
    @howabouthetruth2157 4 года назад

    I could watch you guys use that mill for hours.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Howabouthetruth if you were near by, I would say “come help!”

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Howabouthetruth here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @MikeyDunn
    @MikeyDunn 4 года назад

    Hmm, older than I thought it would be, my guess was 50, given how they grow around there with little competition for the light.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Mikey Dunn you pay attention

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Mikey Dunn here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @louisblock1006
    @louisblock1006 4 года назад

    you can make a V speedline , you get control of the speed by open ar close the V

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Louis Block a “V” would mean two ropes. Which would mean two people holding the ropes or some unique rigging. Is this something you have done? Please elaborate if you have.

    • @louisblock1006
      @louisblock1006 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn , no 1 rope in v , 1 end on fixt end the after landing zone (pin in the ground are tree.... , 1 end hold a person , in the tree you make loop and hook it on a loop around the tree , , you need to hook the hook over the 2 lins and let it slide . open are closing the V whil result in faster ar slower sliding , yes i do same job , sorry for englich :S

  • @mikepowers8398
    @mikepowers8398 4 года назад +1

    While taking out that top, climber seems to be cutting well above his head. Very Uncomfortable. Cool vid : )

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Mike Powers would you cut closer to your body?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +5

      Mike Powers my son is still learning and I will show mistakes so others can also learn. RUclips has the power to help train on ways that were never before possible. I’m lucky to have had a mentor who pointed these things out to me when I was young.

    • @woodpeckerarborist
      @woodpeckerarborist 4 года назад

      arboristBlairGlenn all I can remember was hearing Serranno yell “Nipples to Navel” everytime I wanted to cut to high chunking down wood.

    • @mikepowers8398
      @mikepowers8398 4 года назад

      @@arboristBlairGlenn absolutely!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      woodpeckerarborist I like it! Nipples to navel

  • @randomstranger9674
    @randomstranger9674 4 года назад

    All I know about climbing is what I've learned from your channel, but I was a little surprised to see the climber going up and down on a single line without any safety. Is that normal?

    • @woodpeckerarborist
      @woodpeckerarborist 4 года назад

      I assume you are asking about a secondary backup Fall Protection System Random Stranger. Tree work is the only vertical access industry that I know of that doesn’t use a secondary backup system at all times like they do in tower work, window washing, etc. Tree climbers be NUTS! LOL

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +2

      woodpeckerarborist nuts? Maybe a bit. A life working outdoors is a blessing that most people will never understand

    • @woodpeckerarborist
      @woodpeckerarborist 4 года назад

      arboristBlairGlenn you keep forgetting this is Brian. I am 100% with you brother and blessed to do this work for a living. Keep up the great videos!

  • @br-dj2ti
    @br-dj2ti 4 года назад

    He did a good job just his last cut hes blown out the top a few things I see wrong that is he is way below cutting above his head with one hand also he cut way above his notch if he was right on his notch the fibers would a never grab the sawlike that he did a great job though. Also break away laniards come in handy just in case

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      b r my son is still green. You are right about the errors

  • @deliverybryan1138
    @deliverybryan1138 4 года назад

    It’s either gotta be a 60 to 80 year old tree . But I could be wrong !

  • @isaachusky5910
    @isaachusky5910 4 года назад

    I have no idea why you would not use spikes on a removal?

  • @johnfox4691
    @johnfox4691 4 года назад

    Note to self: Don't try climbing trees with a chain saw. Well presented and interesting - thanks.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      John Fox I have a sketchy job for sire

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      John Fox here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @nigelwylie01
    @nigelwylie01 4 года назад +1

    66? Amazing!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      V isions you watched to the end! Thanks

    • @nigelwylie01
      @nigelwylie01 4 года назад

      Blair, I love your videos, and I love redwoods. It’s the only softwood I will carve because I just love the colour contrasts so much. It’s enough to make me put up with the tendency softwoods have to pull the knife into the grain.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      V isions find some ancient old growth redwood to carve. Much better!

    • @nigelwylie01
      @nigelwylie01 4 года назад

      I’d love to, but it’s hard to find in the U.K.! 😂
      Perhaps I should ask my brother who’s on holiday there now to try to find some for me. Any tips?

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      V isions here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @sarahanna68
    @sarahanna68 4 года назад

    did you count the rings? How old was it? as always - great work.

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Johanna smith only 66!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      Johanna smith here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @hdscherp
    @hdscherp 4 года назад

    Great video. It's to bad that it had to come down for the wrong reason

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад +1

      D Scherp wrong species in wrong environment. Redwoods belong in their native coastal forest. Put them in an urban environment and they grow much too fast. This is NOT an old tree!

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      D Scherp here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html

  • @JuggleMan
    @JuggleMan 4 года назад

    That guy in the red shoes was just getting in the way

  • @samuelluria4744
    @samuelluria4744 4 года назад +2

    My guess is 60.(edit- I was going to say 65, but I knew that was your age, from a previous video, so I didn't want to guess that number, Lol).

    • @arboristBlairGlenn
      @arboristBlairGlenn  4 года назад

      Samuel Luria here is what I’m doing with some of the lumber.
      ruclips.net/video/2KfTQDAW3uA/видео.html