Joe Newton
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It does. You continue to enploy those people who meet that criteria!
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Whats new in the world of friction cord?
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in Climbers talk
Shuttup. I have loads left! -
Whats new in the world of friction cord?
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in Climbers talk
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Whats new in the world of friction cord?
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in Climbers talk
Nothing's changed. AP is still the dogs. Lovely to splice too. -
Then tell him that! Sounds like he should appreciate what he's getting.
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In business? Absolutely sod all. I expect their friendship is the reason the bloke is being paid very well for essentially a brash dragger.
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The time has finally come
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
Not really. Because of the elastic you never feel it's there, unless it snags on a branch. Since you don't rally limb walk as much it doesn't seem to get in the way. -
The time has finally come
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
If he tries it on a rec climb he'll decide not to use it at work. At least on a job you have to get it done! -
To be honest if he has nor rigging experience and isn't competent in ariel rescue you're probably over paying him as it is.
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The time has finally come
Joe Newton replied to Steve Bullman's topic in SRT (Single Rope Technique)
Actually most of the time I just disconnect the ascender if I'm gonna be using it a fair bit. Keep it attached to your foot and HC. If it's getting in the way I just clip the top and bottom together and onto the back of my saddle. -
Haha yes! I remember you posting a photo of that unit before!
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I pay a fiver for just the outside, £12 inside and out with a wheel shine. What is it you intend to do for £80 a day buddy?
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I've been tempted to chuck my cat up a tree, little ponce.
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The guy I posted about is after rookie climbers, so it's ideal.
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'Ere you go: https://www.facebook.com/Smith-Tree-Solutions-212090572266383/
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There's a company in Vienna looking for team leaders, climbers, and second climbers. Damien Smith is the boss. Seems like a sound bloke. Almost took a job out there a few years ago. They supply accommodation, kit etc. they also seem pretty hot on new techniques and gear, so you won't be lumped with a bit of 3 strand and an old weaver saddle.
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I've said that exact thing many times on here. Then I went and bought one anyway. 11mm rope runs sweet
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Yup. Also rated for single line use as a secondary point.
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The jury is out on the Spider-Man bedspread too
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2nd that. Pop a 12 bar on it with full chisel chain and it's a lightweight ripper!
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A knot is either right or it isn't surely? Although I do like talking about knots If a bowline is for life support back it up with something. A stopper knot or I use a Yosemite tie off.
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Sorted
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Drop me a PM. Like I said I'm not available often (and only on Saturdays) but if it works for you and I have a bit of notice I'd be happy to help.
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What are you after in a person? I have little shooting experience (a few clays with 12 guage and very basic air rifles) I'm near Cov. I don't get much spare time but could find the odd spare day on the weekend.
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In my opinion you have to be able to do every part of the job, well and in good time. How will people respect your opinion if you can't do what you're asking of them. One thing I've noticed is not to give out praise too readily. Better to keep them trying for it and it's much more appreciated when it comes. Recently the two lads I lead have really come into their own with managing the ground work and rigging, without me having to instruct them. Not flawless, but getting there. They know I'm happy about it, but it's taken a long time to get there. Another thing is to recognise where a persons strengths/interests are. We can't all be great all rounders. I've got one lad who's going to be a brute on the rigging, and another who's eye for pruning and attention to detail is pretty good. That way if we're splitting into two teams we can put the more appropriate staff on each job.
