Peter
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I'll be there!
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This thread isn't about static rope, read the op.
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“Survey Reveals Arbtalkers Prefer to Make Stuff and Lunge”
Peter replied to Albedo's topic in The Lounge
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I dont think you understand what a static line is. There is no added stretch in a static line, thats why its called static. Anyway my point was that if you are snatching big lumps of timber you need a big rope, at least 16mm, buying a stretchy 14mm rope won't do the same job.
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Never used nystron, sounds similar to Yale Polydyne in terms of ability to absorb shock loads etc. If you do lots of shock loading it might be worth it, but why would you get a 14mm rope for snatching lumps of timber?
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If you like the tree magic I would say go for the Sequoia. The Harkie is big and comfy, like an overstuffed armchair, the Sequoia is stripped down and streamlined, good for ease of movement.
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They do get wet inside, ventilation is the only way to prevent condensation. They aren't all that secure either, especially if the thief is equipped with a big crane lorry.
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I'd be looking for a new loler inspector.
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Nice one Chris, any pics?
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Class one should be adequate protection, best advice I can give you is to not stick a saw in any part of your body, ppe regardless. Even class 2 ppe wont stop a bigger saw at full revs. Anything will be better than your chaps, if you've had them a few years they will be useless.
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At 2 miles a week, your going to wear a set out every 500 years.
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Mine has done just over 50 hours from new, no problems so far, only time I'v had a spanner on it is for knife turning and regular maintenance. What was the issue with the roller spring?
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Can't really help much with your quest, as I'm sure you are aware modern harnesses are generally designed for freedom of movement so won't support your lower back in the way you want. Do you think the treeflex is aggravating your back issues?
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Do you normally do such huge distances? You should really think about offsetting your carbon footprint, its people like you guzzling fossil fuels that are going to spoil it for the rest of us.
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For sure. Used it for years before I knew what is was called.
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Paint finest!
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You are correct.
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That must be some kind of record? The biggest rabbit iv seen was only about 4 feet stretched right out.
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Would make some lovely habitat though. If it was my tree I would leave it as it is now, if it was a clients tree I would recommend pollarding ASAP.
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No idea. Getting a bit geeky now?! Tbh I haven't used a Hobbs or grcs for about 4 or 5 years now.
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Strongly disagree, a fast climber is a fast climber regardless of the kit or techniques employed. The job has been made easier by new developments, I for would not want to go back to 3 strand cable lay ropes and all the other old school gear. The basic techniques haven't changed, there are just more options now.
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Nothing is as smooth as a ratcheting bollard. You may be able to pull a small amount of slack through but I doubt you'll get much.
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Will it do any damage if it falls apart over the summer? If there is no risk to persons or property there is no rush to pollard it.
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I expect your winch drum is polished to a high sheen by now, but the ones I have used have been really rough textured and grabby, and make it hard to let the section run. If you switch to the fixed bollard for smooth lowering then you lose the ratcheting action.
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Same procedure with a Hobbs, only with the Hobbs you are using a steel bollard rather than the winch drum. This is where I feel the Hobbs has the advantage over the grcs.
