BARBER CHAIR? NOT NOW! ,This May save you a trip to the hospital.

[@thomasj9513]

Don't know if you know it, but you're saving lives with your content. Appreciate ya, Ray. Do good daily!

[@WARLOK813]

Not something I ever even considered, slapping a little clove hitch around that stem to hold the split. Brilliant, thanks brother.

[@martyrutter3630]

Prayers for Donny Walker’s speedy and complete recovery. ♥️🙏

[@retiredwelder]

I love how excited you get when you find a good example to show everyone how to do something safer. Great job buckin. You probably saved some of your viewers some injuries on this video. Take care. (Pete from Maine).

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

sweet

[@ForsytheBushcraftBlades]

I've been watching this awesome gentleman work for the last year or more. I've never watched a single video from him that didn't leave me feeling happier and better educated on cutting wood (or just living life in general) than when I started it. Thank you, dear sir, for being such a wonderful teacher, and an even better human being. Much respect!

[@lashlarue7924]

6:20 hats off to you, Buckin'. My Nope Protocol would be initiated by the crispy exterior of that tree, I simply don't have the courage (and I forgive myself for this, but that's why we pay you the big bucks). 21:30 🤯 NO WAY!! 🤯 Holy business if you hadn't tied that thing off lord only knows what it would've done. This vidya should be mandatory viewing by anyone going into arborist work, it all crystalized for me right here. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us all so we can be safe!

[@derrickvarnadore1682]

Just an east cost tree man.. but just over a year ago I had 38 inch dead white ash on slope change my life. You’ve been an inspiration buckin. Timber gets in your veins. And even though it’s almost killed me after 22 years I can’t imagine doing anything else. It’s a love for the job.

[@robertlarsen6516]

Even better when your name is Rob…like me. It’s like Buckin is doing a custom vidja just for us ‘Robs’…excellent vid, brother! This is multiple lessons in less than 30min.

[@NorthCountryGrappling]

This might be one of my new favorite channels! Thanks for the tips!

[@MATT.MAN-PEACE-LOVE]

Welcome to the buckin army 🪖 Spread the love Increase the peace ✌️❤️🌲🪵🪓🐝

[@millersfloorcoatings]

Billy, thanks for the tip on strapping the leaner trees with a clove hitch and half hitch before making the cut. Great tip! Stay safe out there!

[@daveinla7666]

Cool and very clearly explained, I’m gonna remember that. Buckin: “I have a small home gym.” Me: Picturing the old bicycle powered grinder :)

[@macman231]

You know whatever he's peddling is probably hooked up and making wood chips...hahaha.

[@timothyvotaw7517]

I can feel your nervousness up in that bad wood. We had lots of dense alder & maple stands, aged trees, tight clearance. After a falling seminar years ago with D. Douglas Dent, I caught on pronto, the number of fatalities & serious injuries from alders, maples, even conifers under leans. You're spot on. IF I'm on the deck, I'll wrap a chain on 'er. Up above, I'll strap it. Even with skills, or side notching b4 I back cut, I've seen the splits come with the cut, and knowing the strap kept the barber chair from kicking out. Serious stuff!!

[@fixit4182]

That was really interesting. Thanks , Buckin, you are truly a wild man. I mean that in a good way

[@MRKUE]

That cut made it do a little bunny hop there! very Cool!

[@unclegoober8523]

I was not trackin on why you wrapped it until you mentioned it could have split, then it made perfect sense. Good stuff as per usual.

[@arborymastersllc.9368]

Btw "im not in a hurry. I am at peace" is my mantra in many of lifes situations. I love you so much. Thank you.

[@peted4866]

The definition of calm under pressure. I take my hat off to you sir.

[@StringDriver]

While you were explaining the tension and compression and the double Swanson and asked “does that make sense?” And then took your helmet off and asked the camera… I sat here like a kid in a classroom quietly saying to myself “Nope. I don’t understand, but YOU clearly do, and YOU are the guy in the tree!” You rock, Billy! Greetings from a fellow drummer. 🥁

[@austinswift1602]

Awesome safety tip, Buckin'! I always learn something every time I watch you. Thanks! 🙂

[@sidvanderwerf3583]

More nerve than a canal horse, great skills. God’s blessings. Sid

[@JayKoczan]

Man, I saw the top split when you dropped the base from the ground, so that just proves what can happen when you don't take precautions. Love these vids Buckin, I get to learn how to fell and buck safely.

[@568843daw]

I enjoy watching you work at your trade. I am glad it is not my trade. I work high voltage and people turn pale watching me work hot, but to me it is nothing. It is what I do. You truly love your job and your professionalism is appreciated. You have many who follow you. I can understand that now. Fair winds and following seas brother! 👏👍

[@davidlillie4332]

Thank you. Glad that you have lived long enough to accumulate this much experience and knowledge. Already made one trip to the hospital. I sure don't need a second.

[@johnme7049]

Get well quick Donny. Love you Buckin'. Damn good information Brother.

[@newtnewton6721]

thanks Buckin for a good reminder class to keep the rest of us safe and enjoying what we love to do in the woods , making firewood and getting rid of those dangerous trees

[@Helga____]

I love this channel for many reasons. One of them is that you've added another dimension to my life. I could have never imagined what it's like to be up in the trees like this. In my next life, I hope I will have a taste of that. Love it ❤️🌳🌲☺️

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@RobertSchubert-ip8nh]

Buckin, I am at loss for words! Awesome video, the different cuts, explanation and to just watch you climbing and descending this tree is phenomenal! I love watching you as you work, god bless for your knowledge and videos! Would love to meet you and your family someday! Take care

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

thx R0bert

[@AllenEvans-nq4qq]

The man is good to watch and is a natural teacher.

[@harrygreen6935]

Outstanding Bucking Billy Ray.

[@danbarth9421]

Awesome tips ya gave here brother, I'm not a climber, but will definately pass this along to my pals😊😊 you rock brother, onto the next video!! Much love and respect

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Billy, that move you did @19:32, pushing with your knee on the bottom of the saw while making a cut with the top of the bar: I know you're wearing PPE but if that saw kicks back, your knee can go right into the bottom of the bar. Cheers and thanks for another great vid. Strapping below the cut is a great tip!

[@shapeshifter7753]

Always good to see you doing what you love💪

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

I appreciate that!

[@carlwallace8412]

Another masterclass buckin. Just brilliant fella ❤

[@reedbolser7231]

I would love working for him. Such a cool guy. Billy ray makes hard and often stressful work seem so easy and fun. I often stress too much when working a tree job and I can hear Billy say, "I am calm, I am at peace". It helps me get through and always ends up okay.

[@nate2838]

I remind myself that stress, in most situations, serves no purpose, and only clouds your ability to think clearly. And clear thinking is the most important way to stay safe and work efficiently.

[@Honig_Dachs]

"I just do this. It allows you to relax" as he's sky high in a dead tree. There'd be no relaxation for me.

[@kylancollier8232]

Same thing I said 😂😂

[@ввя-д6е]

@Honig_Dachs Lol It's not the game for everyone, that's for sure. But I don't know of a more peaceful yet adrenaline fueled exhilaration feeling that has me feel like I am closer to something or someone bigger than myself or this world.

[@AriffAffendi]

thanks for the tips , man.. appreciate this... for a newbie like me. this is usefull,.... trying to do the double swanson soon

[@watchdogdb]

How could you not smile when you're working with Buckin"?

[@saltrock9642]

That was beautifully done. Love always wins.

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Thanks so much!

[@philmccracken2012]

I learned something from this video! Thank you for stressing the point about wrapping the tree

[@stephentallmadge123]

Great video your vast knowledge is impressive and the way you explained the crack in the tree and I'm sure you definitely saved a life by this video 💪🏼

[@krissingh4015]

Thanks Buckin' for your excellent teaching and incredible outlook on life!

[@scottspringer4263]

There is so much value in what you’re sharing! Much respect and thank you for the content you produce!

[@bushleague3472]

Great video. I particularly like how for all the responses actually quoting Buckin', U-Tube kindly offers to translate it to English.

[@vincentnail2881]

Mr. Teacher, once again you have shown on video how to save your own life while climbing and cutting a problem tree down. Very cool Buckin!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Yes, thank you

[@Timberjack.loggers]

It’s amazing to see you climb an cut like that not every one is cut out for climbing you have to like that little stihl always starting on one pull up there in the air ! Be safe

[@JS-hu7pv]

As someone afraid of heights, I salute you guys that can climb and work that high up like it’s no big deal.

[@macman231]

Great content, never seen anyone else explain this, Thank You!

[@henrybarker1159]

Just love it when it starts banging and cracking as soon as you start the backcut Eucalyptus

[@octavedoctor]

Thanks for teaching and sharing your knowledge

[@iainkinsella4708]

My dad was a sawyer and when my brother and I were of the age to start dropping trees, he took us in the woods and barber chaired a white birch on purpose so we could see the power of what could happen. I will never forget that lesson.

[@savage22bolt32]

LOL Bro, I never heard the flipline called a scare strap! As a 70 yo neophyte, I tell ya, that is a good description. ❤ to ALL!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

We’ve always called it that friend

[@alexandermacgillivray598]

Thanks for that valuable lesson Buckin,cheers from NZ

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

welcome

[@billhillify4924]

Another great video…much appreciated…no short cuts, because you never know.

[@lindaswanson9328]

I love your videos my friend. But, wow. This 1 made my anxiety go through the roof. I have to keep telling myself to breathe.

[@davidtrosin7102]

Awesome tip ill be sure to remember that . Work hard be honest and br kind love it, words to live by!

[@pamlico53]

Your gift of the knowledge your sharing is invaluable. Your a good man.

[@alastairgordon-forbes3139]

Wow!! That is so interesting. Thanks.

[@MATT.MAN-PEACE-LOVE]

Welcome to the buckin army 🪖 Spread the love Increase the peace ✌️❤️🌲🪵🪓🐝

[@arborymastersllc.9368]

I do the 4 step too. When i first started i could only do two Would love to see you do some complex rigging. My wheelhouse. Enjoy all your stuff and learned from you from the beginning. Much love from nc. Im sure youve saved my and me empoyees from serious injury.

[@raylebonville7499]

kind of new at felling trees, thanks for the info about wrapping leaning trees

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Gratitude to Rob for great camera work!👍 Love you all...❤❤❤ Dr./Lt. Bradley

[@michaelrivest2107]

Great tip Buckin ! simple but effective indeed ! Keep up the good fight !

[@kevinschmitz3992]

You sharing of this knowledge will save someone from harm. And you make it fun. Thank you

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Good stuff

[@randypozdnikoff4099]

Well done ! Great information on the required safety when falling.

[@SusanCastelli]

God must be watching you!! I think I held my breath through the whole thing!! Jesus!!! I'm going to add you to my prayers daily!!

[@superfreakygamer1239]

Beautiful work my friend

[@notthatguy4515]

Your Energy is incredible. Hadn’t been to your page in a while. And I’m disappointed in myself for it. You’re very inspirational. Have an Amazing day..

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

glad yer back

[@stevemiller6547]

You the Man! Thanks for teachings us what to do (and not what to do)!

[@wednesdar452]

Super valuable lessons today. Thank you! ... sorry to hear about Donny's foot.

[@jacklumber223]

Thanks Buckin. Never thought of that split before.

[@jirusjirus9322]

That was freaking real... giving my heart a workout... Really stoked to see ole Buckin on scary snag climb...🌲👣💚

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@thomask4836]

Billy, You're my hero!

[@Axiom4ever]

Damn this whole video was a pro tip to save buckers lives! Pretty much.. thank you Billy! Wont forget this

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Welcome

[@folkskateboards]

So bloody good! Compulsive nichtly viewing. Cheers for all the wisdoms !

[@artfoss918]

They were all great ! Love the last one the most. The future will be bright ! I’m happy to be a subscriber. I liked ya right away. 👍

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Thx friend .

[@jimbo1959]

Now you've got to cut up that last piece on the rocks!🤥Great video Billy Ray!

[@josephreynolds138]

Bucken I have to say you have a big set for sure!!!

[@theguymaxqc]

1:00 sometime its hard to talk 😂 great video haha

[@AcumenTrees]

Thanks Buckin for the continuous knowledge you pass down. I’m seriously looking forward to getting in the trees and becoming a climber!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Have fun

[@diegovd7215]

Great stuff, thanks Buckin'. Preserving lives one video at a time :)

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

You bet

[@kd5uxb]

One of your best educational videos you've done. Thank you!

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thomasfellenbaum3894]

thanks for the video and info bucking ! i'll be sure to strap up next time . Praise the Lord God is Good !

[@gerritvanwilligen]

It's a personal preference, but I have a short ratchet strap that I use when I don't trust the stem. Sure it is extra to take it up the tree, but though I know my knots I still prefer a ratchet strap over a rope. Easy to take up, easy to use. Well, like I mentioned... preference 😃

[@SmooveBee1]

Buckin' - This is GOLD.

[@ianmacneil1727]

Thank's for sharing I'm glad to have learned this.

[@jaytwadelle8053]

Awesome dude. That woods definitely crispy!

[@aravec]

Be honest. Work hard, and be kind. Words I'll pass onto my children.

[@kellyharper7751]

Love your videos I learn so much.

[@trowel2007]

Wow! Never knew that. I’m not a “tree guy”, but that is some very valuable information, Buckin’. Thank you very much for sharing your wisdom. Hopefully that will prevent someone from having a bad day……or worse.

[@bobbrooks266]

The master strike again. Amazing man.

[@Kristof-1983]

Good safety skill in a danger zone! Nice work again Billy!!✊️

[@petermcgregor5268]

It sure will save you a trip to hospital Buckin specially Shadows broken branches an other hazards love watching your channel Billy and lots of love from your New Zealand bushman love ya collection of power saws you have quite a impressive collection

[@martyrutter3630]

Nice close video shots on this climb. Be safe my friend. 👍♥️

[@GertRupczyk]

Hi Buckin Great video and advice as always

[@danclas5983]

Buckin, not gonna lie I always get nervous when I see ya climb high in a skinny dead stick. Around home we lost all of our ash tree's and taking down the ones my property I learned real quick how unpredictable dead hardwood can be. Some of the woods that were more ash rich now aren't hardly safe to work in with all the hanger's and snags, it's like one large booby trap. Liked the strap trick.

[@vincepolimeni9870]

Hi bother how your well. As a new climber thats very good to no something u dont think about as a new guy thank brother love as always

[@Billster1955]

Thanks brother

[@martinclark6952]

17:11 that log launches off the angle nice!

[@danjones1365]

👍Good stuff Buckin!

[@effinog]

'Why wouldnt ya?' Why indeed. Subscribed.

[@TroubadourJuggernaut]

Awesome content, very informative, especially this episode