IanW

http://www.treeseedonline.com great collection of seeds, good info, cheap and quick delivery. Ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

I've never tried the zigzag, is it really as good and what every one makes out? Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

Firstly how old, how long have the seeds been in the bag? Split one open with your nail to make sure it's still ok, not dried out! It's a little late in the year to set them off, but it's do'able if you can keep them all indoors and get decent light. First soak the seeds in water for 24hrs Get a sterile non growing medium, vermiculite works very well, available from any garden centre. Get a zip lock freezer bag, put a hand full of vermiculite in and add a little water to dampen it, you do NOT want any water sloshing about, just enough to dampen it. mix the seeds in, and put them in the fridge for 4 weeks, you want to keep them at about 4 degrees, periodically open the bag and let fresh air in. after the 4 weeks, sit the bag in your front room, or some where that's about 20 degrees. Check the seeds every few days to see how many have germinated and sprouted a little root. Get a good seed potting mix, John Inns No 1 I think is good, pot them up, give them good light but not direct hot sun, don't over water but try just give them enough every few days. ..... sit back and watch them grow. That's about all the advice I can give mate, have a bash and see how you go, it's a big learning curve if you really want to grow your own trees, I love it. All the best Ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

how many prusiks can you buy the price of a zig crack, I mean zig zag ?????? Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

I like grown trees from seed, particularly the redwood family I'm having problems with seedlings and young trees that are 2 years old. Basically my seedlings are dying and the older trees are too, they are developing what I can only describe as blotches and turning a funny pink colour then eventually dying completely. here are some pics, Can any one tell me what it is and how to stop it ?? Many thanks Ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

awesome..... that's some talent !! where in Seaton will it be going, would like to see it in person? ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

same here, had mine nearly 18 month and still ok, I fin them very comfy Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

like swatting a fly, only it's a tree swatting a human..... bet that hurt! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

I'm sorry but it shouldn't crack at all... if this was the first reported problem then fair enough, but it isn't. we trust out lives in this gear.... reminds me of a thread about a petzl sequoia harness where the buckle broke.... as if our job isn't hard enough or dangerous enough with out having to treble check our gear every 30 seconds, even though we should every time we climb.... we (well I) want complete faith in my gear.... im sure we all do. it's not acceptable in my book.... don't really instil confidence dose it? ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

awesome hodge, made my day mate Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

that's a semi chisel chain isn't it? swap back to stihl full chisel and give the rakers a extra wipe with a file, it won't jump then, it'll just rip into the wood. once had the lo pro chain on a 15" on my 560xp found it ok but I personally prefer a full chisel. never had the symptoms you do scribe, never had it on my top handle either, just got rid of the naff husky chain and got a stihl full chisel. ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

.... Don't they just get F_€¥ing every where.... We got about 8 big trees quite near us and they shelter is from the wind, but in return, we get covered in seeds, finding them all over, in the bathroom, bedroom, can't leave any windows open or just get hammered with them. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

you will get stung with import tax too don't forget, so might not be a good deal after all!! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

haha very good Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

is it safe??? haha Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

haha don't give the game away !! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

gutted for you lads Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

having looked for alternatives, I've found a Dremel 4000 from B&Q for £75, which seems good value. think I'm going with that. ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

it would only be used at home, would prefer a mains one. Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

yeah, take it to your service centre and let them do it! Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

I'm looming for a small but powerful high speed hand tool like a Dremel. Any have any good suggestions?? Ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

got them swapped over ok. all seems ok. cheers ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

hmm hairy! I found this beast today any one know what it is?? was quite a size !! ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

any decent tough waterproofs just make me sweat as they arnt breathable enough. you either dripping wet with sweat or rain, so it makes no difference. if you do find some that ticks all three boxes, please do let us know. I have tried all sorts and nothing works so don't bother with them really, I just carry a few changes of clothes. ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk

I'm looking for a days work on Monday I have CS 30,31,32,38,39 & wind blown tickets, all my own gear. Willing to travel upto 60 mile of Thirsk, will travel further if you don't mind covering diesel. If any one could use a hand or can offer me a days work please pm me or call 07866591042 Ian Sent from my iPhone using Arbtalk