The International Society of Arboriculture gives this book their "thumbs up"! Teaches methods of climbing and working safely in trees with a minimum of unnecessary effort and maximum productivity.
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Written by Jeff Jepson, copyright 1997: Specs
Tools of the Trade: Micro Pulley: Specs
Pre-Climb Inspection: Specs
Tools of the Trade:Webbing Slings: Specs
Knots for Tree Climbers: Attachment Knots, Friction Hitches, Mid-Line Knots, Bends (End-to-End Tie-Offs): Specs
Lbf., 2,000 WLL.. Designed to attach anchorage and fiddle blocks! Secure rope retention bar eliminates loss of wrap. Friction is adjustable without having to wrap your rigging line around the base of the tree.
Lightweight all aluminum construction! Petzl fixed-sided pulley - The ideal component of all pulley hauling systems, the Fixe pulley can easily be coupled with a rope clamp / grab to give an anti-return function.
Use for deployment from ground or for repositioning while suspended in trees. Feed your throw line into this bag hand-over-hand. Includes carrying strap and "O"ring for clipping to belt or saddle.
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Weaver medium throw line deployment and storage bag, blue: Specs
HPE26 is eye-to-eye. Snap version (HP26) features Buckingham's Steel Safety Snaps. Both models are 26-inch. Climbing line diameter must be equal or greater than the Blue Streak (12mm).
Full 1/2" size diameter for easier grip. Soft, strong and spliceable! Maximum firmness for better "Footlock" climbing. 16-strand, treated polyester with a stabilized nylon core for durability.
Popular Steel Tree Climber Set with 3 & 1/2" permanent gaff! Contoured shank accommodates the ankle bone and the offset stirrup sits in the center of the foot. Complete with nylon leg straps and foot straps for added durability.
Consists of our CSR312 climbers, leather pads, and nylon leg & foot straps: Specs
The long gaff is good for thick-bark trees: Product Features
1/2-inch, 5/8-inch, and 3/4-inch in orange 9/16-inch in yellow Arborists commonly use Stable Braid in combination with block pulleys and slings for a strong, wear resistant method of controlled lowering of tree limbs.
Combine with the Buck Port-A-Wrap III for the ultimate lowering system. Prevents blocks from twisting. Safe working load of 2,250 lb. Complete with 50' of 1/2" braided BLUESTREAK rope.
Includes Big Shot head and 2- 4ft extension poles. We recommend using the Big Shot with at least 8ft of pole length to eliminate recoil and maximize launch distance of 3 to 20 ounce weights and line.
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We recommend using two 4 foot poles together on the ground (included with the BIGKIT and BIGK kits) to eliminate recoil and maximize launch distance: Product Features
Description: Includes head and two Leonard 4 ft poles
One (1) FP400 Leonard 4-foot Orange Fiberglass Sectional Pole: Specs
Riveted for extra strength! Upper straps are necessary to secure spur sets to the climber's leg. Overall is 26". Weather resistant neoprene impregnated nylon. Ten holes for perfect adjustment and nickel plated hardware.
Fully adjustable from 2"to 10'. Unique rope grab with 90 twist eliminates need for swivel or twisted clevis. Lanyard length adjusts with only one hand! And the adjustable cam is always in easy reach, no need to reach around the tree for that friction...
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Red core alerts you of excess wear: Product Features
Fully adjustable from 2" to 10': Specs
With the LAD at the user's side, (where it's needed) no longer will the user have to hug the tree to adjust his lanyard.: Product Features
Rope weight per 100ft is 7.6lbs for 1/2 inch; 13.3 lbs for 5/8 inch; 16.8 lbs for 3/4 inch. The cover is double braided polyester and includes a Maxijacket coating for excellent abrasion resistance.
This makes the flipline completely adjustable. A galvanized thimble is installed on one end with a safety locking snap with swivel on the other. Fliplines utilizing steel cores provide additional protection from accidental contact with chainsaws! Fliplines...
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Safety snap-hook has a swivel so it spins: Specs
Overall length: 10 feet: Specs
Overall thickness: 1/2 inch, including the 1/4 inch cable and braided cover: Specs
Nickel plated rivets. Top grain leather. 1/2"thick felt cushions the leg. Pads have a double layer of leather and are lock stitched and riveted for durability! A climber tunnel is built in to maximize stability.
Aluminum pulley for arborist use! Uses a 1/2 inch rope. Has aluminum sideplates and aluminum sheave, and the sheave has a bearing in the axle. The minimum breaking strength is 3,800 lbs.
Designed for greater comfort in all situations! The X-shaped dorsal construction wraps to reduce pressure points during prolonged suspension. The harness also facilitates carrying and organization of tools with multiple equipment loops and retainers for...
160 pages with more than 200 illustrations. A complete guide to successful tree felling and wood cutting methods! Loaded with practical information that is essential to the safety and success of any tree-felling and wood cutting operation.
Diameters available: 1/2 inch, 5/8 inch, or 3/4 inch. NOT SUITABLE FOR CLIMBING. Lengths available: 120 or 600 feet. Waterproof and weather resistant. Polypropylene rope with the look of manila, but 50% stronger! Resistant to chemicals, suited to areas...
The snap allows the user to keep the saw attached during use, even at arm's length. Ring can clip to saddle to keep saw close to your side when not using. Half twist helps keep equipment hanging straight! 1-inch wide nylon webbing, ends heat-sealed to...
Both the 211CS-5O and the 213CS-5O have a 12 in. strap. The difference in length is the snap or the ring.: Specs
Start by lifting the sleeve, then rotating it, and then pulling the gate. This carabiner features a reinforced auto block sleeve. It requires 3 movements to open. Kong manufactures each of their carabiners with the highest possible quality.
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Width (mm): 76-1/2: Specs
Rope diameter (mm): 26: Specs
Three-way sleeve opens in 3 easy movements: Product Features
Keylock: Yes: Specs
Reinforced auto block sleeve meets ANSI lateral stress guidelines: Product Features
Velcro on and off quickly! Protect your expensive spurs as well as your gear bag with these leather gaff guards. Ship weight .5 lb. The gaffs of pole climbers shall be covered with safety caps when not being used for their intended use." Sold in pairs.
Prevents injury and protects the gaffs; keeps them sharp: Product Benefits
Nickel plated rivets: Specs
Hook-and-loop (Velcro) straps hold it to the stirrup: Product Features
