How to Tree Limb Walk w/ Abdon.

[@0C34NF13LD]

Abdon, you nailed it. Concise explanation and excellent tips for new climbers. Going to share this with the crew.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ganaelschneider]

tried limb walking first time today, it's scarier than I thought!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Practice makes perfect!

[@wwfera00]

Same. I also have to learn to trust my gear to hold me which I'm still overcoming. I found myself at times walking on top of the limb straight posture as opposed to lowering my center of gravity and putting weight on my rope cause I was scared a bit. But I'm slowly getting better!

[@thebromies5573]

​@wwfera00 try doing that on an steep I cline lol u actually a lot safer putting your body weight on the rope because if you slip and fall from straight up you could hurt yourself smacking into the branch when you get caught by your rope

[@llP_Tc]

That lanyard is crazy but I like it

[@gavingarey6099]

thanks this helped a lot lymb walking is really scary you make it look effortless.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Glad it helped!

[@mike-yp1uk]

I don't like the idea of rock climbing but I love the idea of tree climbing. I know absolutely nothing so this content is awesome. I'm looking forward to some climbing. I'm going to start with a home chin up and calisthenics for strength as I acquire my gear. Thanks for the great content.

[@havespurswillclimb]

Enjoyed the video. Very nice presentation on limbwalking.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@marcofemto9417]

The jaguar technique looked badass lol

[@WaynePolcin]

BOOM, BOOM, BOOM! Toe hook it all the way with Abdon! Haha, great video brother!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Boom!

[@stihlms400cm3]

Beautiful technique, control and balance, the Jaguar family are very impressed and pleased with your grace and style, greetings from Ireland !!!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thank you very much! Greetings to you as well👋

[@codblkops85]

Toe hooks are extremely useful if you aren't using them👍

[@OllisWelt]

What handle do you have there above your Prusik knot? Is that a wooden ball or something similar? Is that available for purchase or is that a hack?

[@jaytech600]

Yes please share

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

That is called a Hitch Breaker. It gives the user a bigger handle to collapse the hitch and you won't burn your finger tips.

[@OllisWelt]

@@BartlettArboristSupply Thank you...

[@jaytech600]

Sold

[@jacobwilson3316]

Looks like a project at the wood lathe for me! Would have never conceived that idea, thanks for the tutorial!!

[@artemiogomez8619]

Beautiful!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@pixeldiversitygmbh7657]

@Abdon: Any information on the knot pusher? Looks like self handcrafted ? Thanks for any ideas.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

You can certainly make one on your own, but the one in the video is a Big Jim's Hitch Breaker and it is midline attachable.

[@pixeldiversity]

@@BartlettArboristSupply Thanks a lot for your comment and support in this regard ! Sascha

[@sean-salvatorecerchiara9952]

So, what about those glasses? Are they safety rated and where can I find them!?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

The glasses do carry a Z87+ rating and they are Heatwaves. You can find it through their website.

[@ravenshield7823]

So there is no advantage to using your rope wrench for limb walking with MRS, just your hitch of choice and attach it for descending? It seems like it's a lot easier to tend slack with the hitch climber this way.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

A rope wrench is not necessary when working MRS, unless you plan on performing a pick-off rescue.

[@ravenshield7823]

@@BartlettArboristSupply Thank you for your reply, You can't edit out the mistakes in relity.

[@ramonarvizu57]

What’s that brown tiny barrel looking thing you have on top of your Prusik ? And where can it be purchased ?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

It's called a Hitch Breaker. It gives the user an easier grip to collapse the prussic on descent.

[@ramonarvizu57]

@@BartlettArboristSupply thank you. 👍🏻

[@ramonarvizu57]

@@BartlettArboristSupply where can I purchase one ??

[@Sethhaun78]

What are those climb pants ...??

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Arbortec BreatheFlex Pro non-protective pant.

[@angelsantiago3467]

MAESTRO DE MAESTROS

[@waltermaldonado5927]

La miniatura es increíble 😅

[@ravenshield7823]

What Friction hitch do you prefer for MRS like this?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Abdon typically climbs with the Catalon Hitch.

[@ravenshield7823]

Thank you I will look into that.@@BartlettArboristSupply

[@plmengineer9238]

so good 👍👍

[@greycanopysafari96]

Jaguar style hilarious. Get to work real tree work , leave the modeling for later

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

But why not both?! 🧐

[@The-Way-of-the-Arborist]

Gotta do it in style! That's what's gonna happen when you have an expert who not only knows what they're doing, but it's comfortable and second nature to them. Plus, it's automatic...the're not doing it to impress...but rather it's borne out of efficiency and practicality. And then they just happen to look damn good doing it!!

[@Smile-hp1xg]

I want to see what other people are doing when they can’t get a nice high tie in point lol I love watching people on here but I want to see the videos no body wants to share, let’s see the terrible jobs not the perfect ones

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

We can try and do something like that, however, at the moment, the channel is directed more towards informational rather than real work scenarios. That should be coming in the near future though.

[@Smile-hp1xg]

@@BartlettArboristSupply sounds great but like you said real work scenarios and bet your views will double

[@cgriebel1]

You guys are on a roll. Absolutely priceless guidance between both of these recent limb walk vids. Amateur climber here, and I never thought of re-positioning my lanyard centrally (or on a side D for that matter) while triangulating into another hang point, although I'll admit, I do tend to deploy my Captains Hook to get another line out to triangulate my position. Thanks again boys!!

[@wellbertuswelly7020]

Sangat Keren. Apa lagi jadi penembak jitu di atas 🌲 kayu tertinggi Sangat proposional. Think

[@dangumpright8553]

Fantastic video! I love how you broke down the basic movements step by step. I’ve just started recently climbing, doing tree work on my property only. I’ve noticed some limbs I’ll have to “walk” out onto, and this helped me mentally picture my moves.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Awesome, glad it could provide you some tips!

[@Keeperofrighteousness]

Been looking to get into this line of work cause I love climbing. You made that look easy and fun😁

[@philoalethia]

Really enjoying the CAMP harness and accessories I purchased from you guys. Thank you, Abdon, for the phone advice on the purchase.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

No problem, glad you have been enjoying it!

[@khmisc]

Great info! Thanks!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Glad it was helpful!

[@steelonius]

That was a great explanation. Thanks!!

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roryj0505]

Man has SERIOUS style! 😮

[@BarryMcCaulkiner247]

Just just gota do it and not mess around trust your tie in point or if you don’t have one stay tied in and crawl out there

[@joefran619]

when I was a child I did it without all the gear

[@RobCalhounPGH]

Yeah, but you were also made of rubber and would bounce instead of break. Oh, to be a child again!

[@joefran619]

@@RobCalhounPGH agreed

[@treetramp8704]

Yup I pretty much do the same.

[@simos2r364]

Well done!!! beautiful video!! what knot did you use? Can it also be used with the rope wrench?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thank you! The hitch used in the video is the Catalyone and can be used with a rope wrench.

[@simos2r364]

@@BartlettArboristSupply ah ok, the catalyst? Which is your favorite?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Not the Catalyst, they're two different hitches. Catalyone has worked wonders!

[@simos2r364]

@@BartlettArboristSupply did you make a video about this hitch?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Haven't yet, it will be in the coming video shoot.

[@jayjay0580]

Nice vid Abdon! Fresh safety glasses….what brand are the safety glasses and where did you get them from?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thanks man!🙌 The shades are Heatwaves

[@chocrow]

Spot on

[@zapblamvern2317]

How do you manage a 45° limb with not many foot holds?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Ahh, those may be tricky but can be accomplished. I tackle those in the "Jaguar Stance"; not directly on it but to the side. I will also utilize my lanyard for these limbs. With the lanyard in place, I will push on the limb with my feet creating pressure and slowly flip my way up, while tending slack as well.

[@iwontbebeat7111]

Love the touch of 80s looks on shades Abdon ! LMAO 🤣

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Keeping it classy😎!

[@jeremiahdavis8981]

What's that above his prusik cord. It looks like a cork or wooden ball..

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

It is a Hitch Breaker.

[@dustinford7833]

Ella says, thanks for the video. 😊

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

DUSTIN!!!! What's up buddy!!

[@dansmith2372]

Nice enjoyable video thank you

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thank you too!

[@1530786]

I need a comprehensive list of all the gear you have on. Pants, saddle, lanyard etc. Thank you. Great tutorial!

[@kristianbonis483]

What pants are you wearing?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Abdon is wearing Arbortec Breatheflex Pro pants.

[@WascallyWabbits]

Abdon how can I limb to walk up a tall vertical limb with no stubs/handles?

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Having a good rope angle and applying your work positioning lanyard. We will try to work on a video such as this in the near future.

[@WascallyWabbits]

@@BartlettArboristSupply looking forward to that video! Thanks for the advice I will apply it, it’s definitely easier said than done, especially when it’s new to the climber. The vertical limb with no handles is a common theme I’ve noticed when climbing ash trees and especially honey locusts. It’s been very challenging to overcome quickly

[@treseymour743]

Dude it reminds me so much of Rock Climbing

[@shyaaa182]

what is this rope? its gorgeous

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

The rope is FTC Nigma.

[@shyaaa182]

@@BartlettArboristSupply thank you so much, love the content by the way, always tune in when you post new videos

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

Thank you🙌!

[@br-dj2ti]

Great, great job I wish somebody would do a video on what happens. If you're limb walking and you slip, and you swing back to the tree like what technique? What do you have to do to try? Not get hurt if that makes sense.

[@amberruby4896]

Tuck and pray haha

[@leolechasseur8817]

Can you tell me whats the name of the kind of handle just above your hitch? Is this available on your website? Excellent vidéo by the way

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

It's called a Hitch Breaker.

[@Itsjustmike91]

a real climber woulda used the bucket lmaoo

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

This is true🤣

[@The-Way-of-the-Arborist]

🤣

[@ivanpopovic8916]

Great video 😊 i would like to ask, what would be the best technique for limb walking but when you dont have the top of the tree to support

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

OOF, that is a good one! Three ways I would go about it: 1. Crane, 2. An aerial lift, 3. Lastly, If there are other trees around, I would try to set up a floating tie-in point.

[@The-Way-of-the-Arborist]

Or, if you can't get out to the limb in question... you can climb out as far as you can go with a sturdy position,, pull up your pole saw with your rope, and cut those outer branch tips like I did today 😅

[@ivanpopovic8916]

Crane and aerial lift is out of question 😅 the problem is that before they cut the top of the tree and now you have long branches of the tree which need to be cut down, i think that pole saw would be my next investment. Thank you for the comment

[@mrgardner6405]

Nice tips thats really cool the more you climb the more you know is what i say i learned alot of these tips from just failing along the way but its nice to see these tips again

[@nicolaslemieux9217]

I cant wait for this sunglasses fashion to be over.

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

As long as they carry the right rating, who cares.

[@brettbrettson69]

I don't listen to Canadians, sorry.

[@fuckoffcunts1473]

what is really funny is that tree climbing is easy , but with all the over done rigs today its as if you guys think your up a 2000 ft cliff , and i am a 38 year vet and still climbing 6 days a week , less is more your main tool is your body and arms and balance with a basic climbing rig , if you cant climb like a monkey your not a climber .

[@BartlettArboristSupply]

To each their own. Nothing is wrong with working light and with basics, however with the advancement in gear, it helps the climber save energy and be a bit more efficient.