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Yes I think this looks likely. Looking closely at it, it definitely seems like a growth from the tree rather than a cocoon or similar

🤔 Indeed

Mine uses a remote. If I lose it, it is relatively easy to replace and partner up.

Hi all - I'm looking for a useable set of second hand spikes to buy in the UK. Based near Melksham (Wiltshire) but can arrange postage. If anyone has anything they are wanting to part with, let me know. Ta

Wordle 1,668 6/6 🟨⬜⬜🟨⬜ ⬜🟨🟩🟨⬜ 🟨⬜🟩⬜⬜ ⬜🟨🟩⬜🟨 ⬜🟩🟩🟩⬜ 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Sketched that right up. Pig's ear.

And that level of service is why I keep getting a Forst chipper!

Deep down in places you don't talk about at parties, you want me on that wall. You need me on that wall.

I did see one at Banbury Cross.

Freelance climber is the best term in England. It sounds the most like the actual legal relationship in 99.9% of cases, that being a labour only subcontractor as opposed to a bona fide subcontractor. Contract climber gives the (false) impression that you can contract out of what the law will deem the relationship to be. Possibly correct in America. No idea what the law is there. Just let them use it anyway.

This sycamore came down at Christmas, luckily only some shrub damage, and a few fence posts to fix. One of my favourite customers who have a lovely house in about 5 acres of woodland with some spectacular trees. (James Bond carp pond @Rich Rule!). Did some prep last week then got the Worky Quad into action today. Stokboard motorway for the win across the lawn. 2 more days busting it up and hauling the heavy back to the yard.

When i get hired in with a mewp I usually end up doing at least 5x more cutting than I would do from a rope. The tendency is to one hand a out more too. It takes its toll on my right elbow/ shoulder

I watched Micks vid of his saw going through some smallish dia stuff and it looked fairly quick . Does anyone think that because you don't hear an engine screaming away it seems slower when it actually isn't ? Just an observation . Without timing them side by side its hard to say for sure .

So I bit the bullet and bought the 10" Peterson that was on Facebook Market Place. A few teathing problems but think Ive got the hang of it. I'll flip this log over and that will allow me to get all the dimentinal timber I need plus one wide slab.

Looking to finally leave the frenetic land of shouting and exasperated gesturing for the genteel and serene world of intercommed arb work. The issue I've got is that I sub for several firms, some of which use Sena and some of which use Stihl procom, so I need a kit which can connect to both. The internet says that the procom system can work with systems from other manufacturers which use a mesh 2.0. Unfortunately, the most common sena model in my sphere of the arb world is the 10R which is pre mesh. My first question then is for a confirmation from anyone who has tried to use procoms with sena 10R that they definitely don't work together? I decided the solution was to go with a more recent sena model with mesh connectivity, which could hopefully thus communicate with both procoms and the older 10R, so I bought the Sena 50S. However, after unboxing I realised that this is far less suitable for attaching to my petzl vertex vent helmet than the 10R, for the following reasons: - both earpieces come wired together as a single kit so cannot be threaded through the vents - the main unit is designed to clamp or glue on to the edge of the helmet, but this is impossible on the petzl vertex because of the thick lip. It could also be glued but the vertex has a flanged curve at the edge which prevents enough contact between helmet and the unit. - An extra issue is that the 50S unit is pretty bulky and has a pointy corner which looks destined to be forever getting caught in the tree. (This would not be a deal breaker in itself and would be the case for all other helmets). Second question: has anyone overcome these issues and managed to install the sena 50S or similar model on a petzl vertex or similar helmet? Assuming the answer to this is no, I'm thinking my best option is to resell the 50S and replace it with something else. But what? The other sena systems which have mesh connectivity (e.g. 30k) look like they face the same issues as the 50S. Question 3: is anyone aware of any other intercom systems which can connect with both the sena 10R and stihl procoms? Failing this, it seems my only options would be to replace my helmet with something else (anything but protos - had one but didn't get on with it at all) or do some highly inadvisable and intrusive surgery on my vertex in order to install the Sena 50S. Any relevant advice appreciated.

Looking for an experienced groundsman to help Tuesday Wednesday Thursday. Job is in Twickenham Message me if you can help all 3 days on 07309522324

Not great pics as I missed the last ten feet but top branches were black inside and like cork. About six foot up from the base there was an internal split and hollow area. They reckoned a couple of years and it would have been unstable. thanks for all your advice.

The Electric Cool Aid Acid test by Tom Wolfe. It tells the storey of the Merry Prankster and Ken Kesey and their ‘Bus’ tour along with the house band - The Grateful Dead.

Job post summary Pay: From £150.00 per day Job description: Part-Time Tree Surgeon / Climber (PAYE) Location: Newton Village, Rugby (CV23) Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time PAYE Working Pattern: 2 days per week initially, increasing to 3 Hours: 07:30–17:30 (10-hour paid day including yard time) Natura Grounds Maintenance Ltd is a professional, family-run grounds maintenance and arboricultural business based in Newton Village, serving Rugby and the surrounding areas. We are seeking a competent, reliable Tree Surgeon / Climber to join our team on a part-time PAYE basis. This role is suited to someone who wants steady, reliable work without full-time commitment, and who values proper employment, good kit, and being treated as a respected part of a small team. The Role You will work as part of a 2–3 person team, carrying out a varied mix of arboricultural and grounds maintenance work, including: Tree dismantling and sectional felling Crown reductions, thinning and dead-wooding Hedge cutting and boundary management Chipping, brash handling and site clearance Grounds maintenance tasks as required (including strimming and general site work) This is not a climb-only role. You must be willing to contribute fully at all levels of work. Essential Requirements (Non-Negotiable) Minimum 3 years’ professional arboricultural experience Competent climber, confident with technical dismantles Relevant NPTC / LANTRA certificates (chainsaw, climbing & aerial rescue as a minimum) Full, clean UK driving licence Over 25 years of age (essential for company vehicle insurance) Strong understanding of safe working practices Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude Pay & Benefits £150 per day (PAYE), based on a 10-hour working day 6-month probationary period, with pay and working days reviewed thereafter Paid monthly by BACS Workplace pension Paid holiday entitlement Sick pay All PPE, climbing equipment, and tools provided Well-maintained vehicles and machinery About You You take pride in your work, turn up on time, and are happy working across both trees and grounds maintenance. You value consistency, professionalism, and being part of a small, well-run team rather than ad-hoc sub-contracting. How to Apply Please get in touch with: A brief overview of your experience Copies of relevant certificates Your availability Applications will be reviewed as received. Following the closing date of 31 January, suitable candidates will be contacted regarding a February start. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension On-site parking Sick pay Work Location: On the road

Morning all, Ten degrees forecast here today. Taking van and mini digger in for services. Not a lot else after that. Have a good week

Dr Green - TreeSurgeon Looking to see if there’s any need for a groundsman / 2nd climber as a subby to other firms? Good for networking which is something I’ve never really done or had to in 15years Spent Many years running jobs on my own , lowering the ropes for climbers on the bigger trees, dealing with clients, organising / completing many site clearances over the years on decent commercial contracts. I’m Now Based in Lanton Jedburgh up in the Scottish Borders for past 4 years after packing up and upping sticks from a very good business to relocate (into a smaller demographic area so works not what it used to be) Still have accommodation in Gateshead for when I’m doing work in Northumberland, Tyneside , Durham (old work area) Also have available norcar loader & grab Tracked grinder Tracked chipper Clean presentable Arb transit Hilux for hard to reach places 🙂 WP36 processor for firewood If I’m of any use. Try me. Why not Dr Green Richie WhatsApp 07707567033

Luckily theres a file for it. Very easy print, the seal works but doesnt appear to stay captive, might need to modify the file sometime. Edit- or just push it in properly, might have been upside down. I used PETG as it needs to be fuel resistant - the designer appears to have used ABS or ASA which may melt. Stihl Oil & Gas Cap / Tankverschlüsse by Rumbledoc | Download free STL model | Printables.com WWW.PRINTABLES.COM Unluckily it was on another website, I needed to open it on laptop to prepare it in bambu studio. Opened laptop, reached behind bed where I keep the mouse. As I turned it fell from my hand and hit the screen. A little bit unhappy about that. Cant print a new screen but seems they are cheap and easy to replace. On bambu website I have added that to the blocked items list! Along with xmas, santa. These are a good alternative https://cults3d.com/en/users/Germy_Ballswell/3d-models

No fine walnut here, but a shiney new cheap and cheerful Gamo break barrel multishot .22. Should see off a few rabbits and tin cans once I get back in the swing. Haven't had an air rifle for ages, found a gunshop I didn't know about 15 minutes from me so went for a browse 😆 😅 Was seriously tempted by a BSA Lightning with a really nice stippled wood stock but the price difference between the 2 will go a long way towards finally sending my Logan S16 off for repair 👍

They didn't do a recall as not all batteries were affected. I think its a two year warranty for pro use and 5 for domestic so its definitely worth contacting your dealer if they have failed especially at £180 a pop. I think that every battery that we have had in for warranty has failed within about a month or 2.

Thats just alu smeared on the bore. Suggest opening up for a look, its likely fixable without spending any cash. See my auger here, scroll down for the pic before repair. I have since put a new cyl on it, but couldnt be bothered to finish reassembly - some parts were not left where I thought they were...

This is the dogs' whatsits, just can't walk straight after