Spur Climbers for Tree Work - Extended Guide with WesSpur's Niceguydave
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- čas přidán 25. 01. 2015
- Tree climbers are an essential tool for tree removal - but where do you start? WesSpur's staff arborist and trainer Niceguydave goes over spurs from top to bottom. Learn about the different materials, gaff lengths, and pad types available for the modern tree climber.
Get a full selection of climbing spurs here: www.wesspur.com/tree-climbing...
0:08 Steel Spurs
7:22 Soft Spur Pads
11:53 Cadillac and Steel Insert Pads
18:29 Spur Accessories
20:34 Steel Insert Demo
22:55 Tree Spike vs. Pole Spike Comparison
“Unless you’re in truly thick bark you won’t need them” that’s going to really improve my climbing man. Dave you’re a big help! I climb mostly small oaks and palms, very thin bark, and with the palms smaller holes would be great
This guy knows his stuff!
Great info
Very helpful Video. Makes perfect sense to the Newbe.
This video brought back memories. We used Buckingham 40 years ago before climbing stands were available. I still remember being exhausted before I even got the deer stand tied to the tree.
This was just what I needed, great presentation of solid information!
Guys, please note. I took this gentleman's advice and I got the shorter gaffs. Best advice I'd ever received online from a CZcams video. Go with the shorter gaffs if you're not on the West Coast.
chemistrycounts I'm in western WA and starting my own tree service and I use pole gaffs cause although yes I do come across lots of the thick bark that makes you lose footing momentarily at times you can usually get past it....sometimes yes I wish I had the longer ones for the nasty big trees with crazy 4inch bark but I can see how I'm not missing out on much
Even Texas bro?
Midwest here. Go long for trees unless you want to deal with tear out
@Michael Fresh - a lot has to do with passing through thick and spongy bark also.
Nice job, tree gaff caddy pads here. Extension of my body, old school 😎.
Stevo Reno greetings 👊😎
Dave, you are absolutely correct when it comes to the length of the spur, most fella's are afraid of "kicking out" and compensate for this by using much longer gaffs than they need to...
Right on! Very informative and excellent presentation!
sir, thank for your great great review about the spurs. it helped me allot in my choise to pick the right spurs!
+Robbin Medendorp Glad it helped!
Straight advice based on long experience -- it doesn't get any better. Thanks, Dave!!
these info videos are amazing. Thanks man!
Glad you like them! Feel free to contact us at WesSpur if you need anything. Stay safe.
Thank you, I will do that!
Great info. Thanks.
One of main take-aways for me as a beginner..... POLE gaffs!
Glad to help!
Thank you guys so much!! This video helped me get a great set of spurs... Buckingham tree gaff set bought from you through Amazon... Absolutely amazing, 5 stars!!!
Forgot... W/ big buck pads... Couldn't have hoped for better :)
Awesome to hear that Keevin!
Very useful information, great advice
Happy to help, let us know if you have any questions. Stay safe.
I think I'm going to find this steel plates to stand on cause Fuck it gets really sore under your arch after an hour or two in the same tree
That was information I've been looking for for a long time! Thank you! Could you guys do a video on spike sharpening?
Just get a good flat file, that what I did on my climb rights. For most/all steel that is hardened, you want to keep it cool when you sharpen it. This is to not take the temper out.... So don't use something that willheat the steel (Grinder).
Great info thanks
Great 👍 detailed video 👍
Thank you, we hope it's helpful to you when gearing up! Stay safe.
Thanks man I really liked the video. Definitely explained a lot. I was debating on which spurs and brand. I live in Ohio and I am a bigger guy. I think I’m gonna get the big buck spurs with pole gaffs. I seen some pretty good kits on the website. Thanks again buddy
Glad it's helpful! Don't hesitate to reach out to customer service if we can answer any qeustions.
I've been using the small t pads and the shank always rolls around to the front of my shin ..
Pole gaffs help with smaller feet to.
I’m trimming 3 trees and bought a nice set off eBay
But the pole gaffs don’t work to well on this tree and they are welded.
I learn a lot today I love learning new things because you never know when it could be useful!
Will be getting some tree gaffs
This time.
Glad it was helpful! Let us know if we can answer any questions for you.
I have absolutely no business being here but I found your video very interesting. My first thought is do any of the company's offer a hybrid spike say 1 7/8" - 2 1/8" long to give that extra bit of bite and still remain close and stable to the tree? When I was a kid 10 to 12 years old my Dad had a set of pole spurs no pads just heavy straps top and bottom, we would climb the poles 10 to 15 feet up lots of fun. Dad would have killed us had he seen us..Haha Thanks for sharing your video.
thanks. been trying to figure out why my tree gaffs wouldn't stick. (East coast lots of oak and sycamore maple etc)
Same here. Guess I'll be ordering some poles
are the buckingham big buck pads compatible with the older irons?
On maple treegaffs r to long i found that out an i heard u say just what I have experenced
I love how the part talking about the God forsaken L pad :/ how he says "some of you have had to use these" I've the unfortunate career of using these off and on for 6 years with my company I finally got an upgrade to the velco super wrap steel insert pads praise the Lord..to make it better the L pads he has are defective with no spot for the strap to slide into the spike steel haha
cool interested to see what you think trust what you have to say im east coast and im going to try pole gafs instead of tree gafs because we don't have the thick bark and im usually high in little tops plus being a trimmer I have to go from tree to tree maybe with the pole gafs I wont have to take them on and off so much walking know what I mean
+Chris Johnson Sounds like for your application Pole spurs would do the trick! Let us know how you like them!
How do I know if I need narrow width or regular width for a set of cast aluminum pads? Is there a measurement I can take on my calf? I am 6' tall and 203 pounds. I would say my calves are about average for my height and weight. I would assume I would want regular?
+oneindustries1 The regular width would be most likely to suit you best, based on your self-description. The narrow/deep shape are pretty narrow.
So for a pine tree, the pole climber would be better to us
Thank you Tom Saad I've tried that and I don't see any improvement really.. I know you're supposed to keep the file straight and flat with you sharpen but haven't seen much difference! I'm trying not to hit it too hard. I have a brand new pair of aluminum climb rights
I'll pass the suggestion for a short spur sharpening video on to Dave. Regardless, feel free to call and ask for him if you ever want tips regarding your spikes!
So if pole spurs are more stable on small trees and tree tops why doesn't WesSpur offer the option to purchase pole spurs with their tree climbing kits than?
Ray Clark they do. they have a note to put in the comment when checking out to use the pole gaff.
OMG my shins have had it with the over 15 year old cadillacs with pole gaffs. Shelton WA big trees long hours in them and bloody shin bones thank you so much for this video I'm about to buy one of the climbers kits after this next job.... fml lol
I got the big buck velcro for like 200$. The problem is I weigh like 155 pounds and the damn pads are maxed out on tightening them up and the slip off of my legs.
Just got them in today. What can i do? There wasn't a size selection on westspur
Hi Frank,
Unfortunately there isn't sizing available on those pads. Please call customer service if you would like to exchange them for something better for a narrow leg. Big Buck pads (not the wrap) might work better for you or the cast aluminum Narrrow pads. www.wesspur.com/spurs/spur-pads.html
The cast aluminum pad is the only one that comes in a narrow size.
(800) 268-2141
Good luck!
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Thank you! Cheers!
Would you say that the Klein hydra cool pads are the most comfortable? I'm trying to find the most comfortable setup.
Stuart French Good question- the Klein Hydra cools are probably the most comfortable pads widely available on the market, although everyone has slightly different leg shape, height, width etc so it may vary a bit. A slightly more economical option that is similar is the Weaver Cushion Wraps- the velcro ones act similarly to the Hydra Cool Pads but at almost half the cost. As far as cushion and the moisture wicking/cooling comfort goes though, it is pretty hard to beat the Klein option.
Depends how much you want to spend, but either of those will be very comfortable. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching!
+WesSpur Tree Equipment thank you
What would you say is the most comfortable saddle out right now?
That's a hard one, a lot of it depends on body type and weight. The best thing is to try a bunch on, but short of that a lot of people swear by the TreeMotion, the new Petzl Sequoia is noted for being comfortable, and the Matt Cornell Rope Saddle is one people are into at the moment for its customizability and comfort. It's really pretty subjective though.
That is what I have gathered. I appreciate your opinion though, 500 bucks is a lot of money and I want to spend it well.
I have had trouble unscrewing one of my spurs, it's really jammed in there. Any tips?
This is probably too late for you but heat them up with a propane torch to loosen the Loctite adhesive that they put on them. I like to put a dab of blue loctite back on when I switch gaffs so nothing just "pops" off.
@@AcousticGiant actually it's not too late at all. Thanks for the tip!
Pole gafffs for every thing from fences to redwoods..
Who uses what here? Thanks in advance. I’d be using the tree version.
What is the brand and model of the pads you introduce at 15:02? You say that, for the money, they are excellent, but you don't tell us which ones they are.
Hi, both Buckingham and Weaver make that style of pad. You can fin the Weaver pad on our site under "Shin Cup Pad" here: www.wesspur.com/spurs/spur-pads.html
@@WesSpurTreeEquipment Thank you for the quick reply!!
@@luig624 No problem, you can also reach us with any gear questions at orders@wesspur.com or 800-268-2141. Stay safe!
Ohhhh yes i kepengen
what do you think about the geckos carbon fiber.
+Chris Johnson We'll hopefully have a review for them soon!
How can I get them and i need their accessories iam in Uganda
any insight on the geckos?
They are extremely popular, but unfortunately exclusive to a competitor, so our perspective is limited.
Weaver shin cups vs climb right ultra light?
Hi Manuel, it's a matter of preference and shin size. The Shin Cups have a steel insert that can be bent for a custom fit to almost anyone. The Ultra Light pads have very good reviews from climbers who they fit, but they tend to fit people on the smaller side. If you have big legs or are 6' or above, you may find the ultra lights bite a little. Let us know if you have any other questions!
Thank you. Will give the shin cups a try
@@manuelgrado8170 Good deal, let us know how they work out for you!
What about double spurs?
We don't carry any, and the ones that I see come up in a quick search look like they have some pretty significant design drawbacks. I can't speak for Dave, but I wouldn't bet we see any coming to WesSpur any time soon. If you have a link to a pair you think we should check out, please send it along.
Да, гаффы - это вещь. В России правда мало продавцов, но покупал в Питере - AlpNevaShop, всем доволен. Спасибо за видео - полезно!
Why do you put the strap around the shank,instead of underneath,its a lot more comfortable,try it.
"spurs don't tickle"
I would hire you crazy sob s to cut down my tree. My luck my big fat butt would break tree 30' up. God Bless all tree climbers you are way underpaid.
Ordered wesspur yale focus .bluemoon family.wich us great all around rope..the eye splice from wesspur s splice company is best tight eye I've had..beautiful rope ..thanks
So glad you're happy with the rope and splicing! Happy climbing.