Willow dismantle

[softbankhawks]

Today I started a three day job, removing a willow from a back garden.

It was a fun GRCS day. The centre of the tree was useless for anchor points due to size and decay damage and so the tree became a goblet.

Lots of targets but simple enough to tip tie and winch the leads over. I added extra friction to some pieces to catch the butt end.

I was aware of the strength of my main rigging point so lowered the block more than usual (thanks Reg!).

Hopefully the rain will hold and I'll get more photos tomorrow.

I look ridiculous with that rolly hanging out of my mouth in the last shot!

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Edited March 1, 2011 by Monkey-D

[Tom D]

Nice work, were you having to land all the bits in that narrow area?

[softbankhawks]

Yes Tom, all down there today. We sweet talked a neighbour so we have a second drop zone tomorrow.

[John Shutler]

nice job

[alex_m]

cool job! you sound upbeat about it which is nice, some people would hate it!

[lee-s]

woah, that must be some photographer/groundsman to get those incredible pictures. i imagine you'd be lost without him.

[Nick B]

That is just Madness One big tree, One small garden

Pure skill not to bust anything on that job well done Cool Beans

[geoff]

Smooth job by the looks,nice!

[Mark Bolam]

I love the last shot!

 

Groundies nightmare job, hope you charged top dollar!

[Qtip]

Well done!