What happens when the lad has a go !

[likeitorlumpit]

Good point, although I tend to use a pull line rather than wedges (not sure why, just habit I think)

 

I have always found that if the cut is right the tree can sit back and stay put, while I put in a line. Obviously on larger trees I would install a line first and get a little tension.

 

don't underestimate the power of wedges

[Bolt]

don't underestimate the power of wedges

 

but don't overestimate them either!

[MattyF]

I think ash are one of those species of tree you have to be very respectfull of felling even with a slight lean they can throw up compleatly unsespected problems!