This blog is a continuation of “ First you Zig & then you Zag”. There was just too much information I wanted to cover in the first blog, so I decided to break it down into two sections. This second...
When you think of mechanical prusiks, what is the first mechanical that comes to mind? For most, I would think an image of Petzl’s Zig Zag is mentally displayed, and for good reason too. Now, this doesn’t mean the Zig Zag...
Tree climbing is not just a job, career, or hobby…it’s a way of life! All you tree lifers know what I’m talking about. Climbing trees is an exhilarating activity that combines physical exertion, technical skills, a love for nature and...
In the vast world of tree climbing techniques, SRS, formerly known as Stationary or Single Rope Technique (SRT), is considered by many as a total game-changer. Many would even go as far to say that base anchors are at the...
Knots, hitches, bends – what’s the difference? In the vast world of Arboriculture, the ability to work with ropes is a fundamental skill. Whether you’re climbing, running ropes on the ground, even securing an unstable load, understanding the meaning of...
We Arborists rely heavily on a variety of knots in order to safely, and efficiently, climb and rig tree sections down. Mastering said knots is a foundational skill that ensures safety and enhances productivity on the jobsite. A well-tied knot...
If you did not have the opportunity to attend TCI Expo 24’ in Baltimore, Maryland, you did happen to miss out on some of the new innovative gear that is to be released in the coming months. But not to...
Friction savers have become a vital piece of tree climbing hardware within the tree care industry, minimizing wear on both ropes and the tree during our tree climbing duties. Two types of friction savers; the traditional ring-to-ring, and pulley-based friction...
Tree climbing has and continues to progress as time goes on, this is not new. From green-to-seasoned climbers, there is always something new to be learned. Which now leads us to our recently released video, based on the tree climbing...
