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  1. pete mctree

    West coast three tuck logger's eye splice

    Thought this was interesting. Looks like hard work n the hands though
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    Full skip or semi-skip

    For the first time, skip & semi-skip chain is easily availability through stihl UK. Peter & I have decided to to go halves on a reel, but the decision is which to buy. It will be run on bars ranging from 25" to 42" & on saws ranging from 70cc upwards. I am worried that full skip will severely...
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    Striking the balance

    I am having a really difficult time contract climbing at the moment. I work for a range of companies that run with radically different ethos. Company 1 requires zero damage @ any time. If there is a 5% chance of bad bounce the lower it & time frames are expansive ( guy stands there & freaks out...
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    Who needs an Arb Trolley when..........

    You have an Arb-Train 8) Working for a real nice bloke who is obsessed with his miniature railway. So I get regular work there. Today I was removing pines & spruce for a track extension & Reg, this is how you shift brash :D
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    Pacific Kevlar Helmet with Brim

    Pacific Kevlar Helmet with brim - how do people find these, I'm looking to replace my vertex & am considering one. Any input will be welcome 8) http://wesspur.com/items/saf106.html
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    Stihl 362

    Opinions please. Will have to be run as standard & used by the entire crew (all 9 of us) I am considering it to replace the ageing 357xp's & 341's Thanks in advance
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    Springboards

    Do any of you own them? I have a few trees to fell on some seriously steep ground and I think that using them will be the safest option for me. But I cannot purchase them here in the UK, so I am going to fabricate some. I am in need of some pictures and dimension so I can make the best I can...
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    Burnham

    clear your message inbox please8)
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    2011

    Wish you all the best in this new year :D
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    ms200t carb removal

    Dean, a friend, who lives a mile or so from me, posted this vid over on arbtalk. thought it would be worth sharing <object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/duomigDd2Ug?fs=1&hl=en_GB"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param...
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    DMM impact blocks

    Something new for you gear freaks. Not only are they strong but they look great too. Function and form are always good bedfellows http://dmmprofessional.com/downloads/DMM_Impact_Block_Flyer.pdf http://www.treemagineers.com/dmm_impact.php
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    Thanks all!!!

    Just thought I'd say thankyou to to those who helped make my trip to the GTG happen. Burnham - for being an excellent host and guide.Deva for picking me up from the airport and getting my jetlagged self up there from San Francisco. The rest of those who attended, for putting up with an...
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    SKYHUCK!!!

    Cat got your tongue? 8)
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    Silky saw vs rope

    Messing around today. Promised myself i'd film this ages ago but never got around to it. Bit serious, but at least you get to see me bite the dust :D <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Gd2CH2tMdL4&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param...
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    Cranes are now old skool

    :D <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/RNn-Yn3lu-A&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/RNn-Yn3lu-A&hl=en&fs=1"...
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    Burnham - clear your PM's

    need I say more?:D
  17. pete mctree

    Back up your ascenders

    Not pleasant but a valid and graphic reminder why http://www.isa-arboriculture.org/content/cm000181.htm
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    Insomnia

    After 4 hours sleep, folowing 3 hours friday night, I was wondering who else suffers from it?
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