Cs 38

[cirlus]

Hey all,

 

I'm starting CS38 in a couple of weeks and I'm wondering if anyones got any advice on clothing. I was thinking about wearing my normal chainsaw PPE as thats what I'll be wearing later anyway. Or should I not bother and make things easier on myself for my first bit of climbing? Any other advice would also be welcome.

 

Greart forum BTW:001_smile:

[SAM66S]

When i did i wore my ppe (it were cold) but i were the only 1 that did! Dint hinder me at all!

[VEG]

Wear your ppe so you get used to climbing in it. Also take some waterproofs with you.

[bolthole]

I wore my PPE too... seemed like the obvious thing to do!

[Mark James]

There will be plenty of time for wearing PPE in the future why bother, wear comfy clothes and take some waterproofs, and ankle support boots. And maybe get a pair of of thin slightly sticky gloves.

[cirlus]

Cheers for the replies people! I'm really looking forward to it now, getting excited about getting stuck in! Think I'll go ahead and wear PPE - at the very least it'll keep me warm!

[button1803]

agree here with everyone really, i wore my ppe on the cs 38, a guy came in jeans through the course, thought it was great, then he had ago in ppe and wasnt comfortable atall...

[cirlus]

Planning on wearing my normal chainsaw boots (lace ups, not wellies!). Thinking good ankle support, good grip, waterproof and sturdy. Is there much real difference between climbing chainsaw boots and normal chainsaw boots? I'm guessing weight and price are the main issues!

[cirlus]

Passed CS38!!! :thumbup:Hell yeah! Really enjoyable course, great fun and learnt loads! I think the learning really begins now though! Best start saving for 39.....

[Will Ayers]

well done mate, its a great feeling! well done indeed!