Swampster
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is it just me who sees the head of some creature in the second image???
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Yeah, cool. didn't know if you may be pulling a loop of tail through the krab to create a 2:1 with a remote revolver/micro-pully and sling?
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Looks effective, bites well too I guess? What service does the spacer provide??
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I don't use a lockjack or wrench so my knowledge is limited and my understanding is lacking. Happy to be corrected here, I still like the tip tender/ 'o'-rig, (it's a cheaper option too!!).
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The ropeman or duck combined with the required krab adds too much play IMO. A tiny prusik is ideal, tight onto a small shackle, minimises travel. The whole set up comes into it's own when your right out at the tips, going in and out with your gear taking your weight and not the limb. Neither the wrench nor pantin can help here in the same way.
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Anthocoris nemorum, or flower bugs. good luck with dodging them, they is nasty muthas.
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excellent man, not what you'd expect to be inspired to create at this time of year (normally), but a very cool creation.
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I loved the Aeris but found the splice (factory one) would bind in my cambium saver when I was recovering my line. Pain in the butt. The tachyons cool though.
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Check these out, I've had a few different types and these are pretty good. Type 'A' and not your 'known' brand. they're ok IMO and I'm happy climbing in them. engelbert strauss workwear : e.s. Forestry cut protection trousers* Sorry but I don't know how to paste up a web link........
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Gotto start somewhere, but it won't be long before your preferences get you investing in more specific gear. Look around and try as much as you can while time allows. If your budget allows, you may be able to be a little more selective. Good luck.
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The tachyon's nice IMO. Have you looked at the Marlow Aeris too?
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At the moment I'm using VT, 80mm ArmorPrus on 11.5mm New England Tachyon. Working well, both wet and dry. Will depend on your own climbing rope in a big way.
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ingemex body? with a scissor mechanism for the ram? it'll lift a 'legal' load. i carry a jack for a boost on the days we're over(most then). good trucks let down by the pony hydraulics....
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Grab the opportunity if you get it. dead-wooded a couple recently. branches as big as some garden trees. and the veiw from the top....... ps. if you do one, calculate the volume of dead-wood and then multiply it by 10!!
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Alnus cordata, Italian alder. Maybe, i think.
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Got any pictures of the end result? a couple of shots from near where you got the initial shots?
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May bugs here too. the cats love 'em- good sport chasing them round the kitchen!
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I quoted to remove and grind two trees which were not massive and about 8metres apart, access was excellent (park next to both). My quote was 560. Three other quotes were in the range between 560 and 620. I was open with the client about the quote and why it was what it was. The job got done by someone else, for 370...! How can it be worth while? 80% of us can't be that far from the mark.
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not heard yet?? hope the news is good for you man, be an ace job.
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I'm enlightened!! I could've, but never did consider any of this. my experience with these was in a different job which is far removed from here.
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my vote is walnut too.... for what it's worth
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you'll wreck a carbide chain trying to get through stone! hook up with mendiplogs when he gets a hydraulic set up and use an abrasive chain.
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why would you want a hydraulically powered chain saw?? you're either working in a flammable/explosive, oxygen deficient or sub-aqua location?? They're OK if you don't mind dragging the hoses about.
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The little prusik can be real small stuff. I use 6mm stuff, it's only positioning the system to create a loop taking no load. you can keep it real short by going small.
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That's dedication Colwood, we're of the banking hours set. Meeting around 08:00 and going till finished, early or late. We prefer to work harder for shorter and then get on home for tea and medals.
