#178

[@billholmes4702]

October 31,2020 / I am 82 and have had my Stihl HT-75 ( Gas ) for 18 years> excellent Life Insurance ..After watching the battery operated HT-85 I' m impressed , maybe that's the future. Thanks for the Demo..

[@rickerose541]

Without asking for them, thank you very much for the tips on using a polesaw. You done a very good job.

[@aussiefinatic1053]

Mike Really good video, saw a tree lopper using this to clean tree for felling around house. The only thing missing was a comparison on noise between a petrol and battery, which is the biggest advantage, no neighbour would know you where cutting with this little beauty. I am thinking of buying one for my handyman business.

[@ADRIAN-fb9xj]

I’ve got a MSA 200C Chainsaw with the same battery, brilliant machine. So I can imagine how good the Pole Saw is. It’ll cut through anything, I even tried it on some 10 year old on the ground, dry 350mm Tough Aussie Blue Gum and it powered through that. What he used it for it was the ideal machine, in its element doing that sort of work. The battery does last for ages. I get about an hours cutting time, and a 30 minute recharge. Every man needs 2 Chainsaws, Fuel Powered, and Battery Powered for the small stuff, and you can even use it a night when your sitting around the fire outside. Nice and quiet.

[@MyClutteredGarage]

A lot of people suggested I get a pole saw after viewing my last video. I'm torn between electric and gas. I like the looks of the Husqvarna gas model and I've been so happy with my 455 Rancher chainsaw, but this one looks pretty encouraging. Thanks for sharing. -Ed

[@apih4448]

ok it is june 2021; all of the stuff i read is "two years ago".ok fine. i'm watching 6.07.2021; this is a good video. no bs. just good camera and display of tool in excellent place to show how it works. again, the video not the yakking speaks for itself. because it's june 2021, covid has hit stihl and many others, so product availability is an issue; called my local dealer and placed an order after watching this; I live in a total woodlot with stream and woodlands; most of my stuff is over 8' above deck; just bought a stihl msa battery 200cb for the close to the deck stuff; this is a good reliable, honest video, the kind I like. No hype. Actually better thank the stihl HTA 85 vid on their website. Good Job and thank you

[@seanworkman431]

The view got better as you went and the driveway came up a treat. I'm definitely sold on that saw and the song, I see a couple of comments picked up on that, nice work Mike.

[@connernickerson5509]

Just got mine...absolutely love this thing! So light and quiet! Now to check my account balance.

[@humbleheart7196]

Mike - i had to replace my pole saw and went back to your video. I could not bring myself to buy another battery powered tool. I ended up buying the HT133. I already have the fuel system. I was worried about the 50 minute battery life as when i go out, it is for hours. Appreciate your videos and it helped me decide on my pole saw purchase. Win, win for Stihl.

[@walteranacleto9102]

Hi Mike, if I maybe so bold, just want to say don’t sweat the haters they have nothing better to do than criticize. It must be difficult to work, do what needs doing around a property like you have and still get in quality videos like you do. Haters will always hate, but the rest of your subscribers will have your back. Keep up the good work. Really like that pole saw.....battery operated ... go figure lol

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thanks Walter!

[@terrymclaughlin407]

Nice saw! Pruned them Spruce up well.

[@ivanaborogic4986]

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[@johnbates7424]

I bought a Lynxx pole saw and I was highly impressed with the battery life and how well it does the job. I couldn't see paying a lot for one no more than I would use it.

[@NHHalKnowsHow]

Mike, you made me a believer. I have always used a ladder and a small, top handled climbing Husqvarna but that pole saw is the real deal. Plus if that battery fits different implements, that looks like the next toy for my tool shed. Thanks for the video and the great job at opening up that driveway. Melissa must continually be proud of you!

[@darwingapilango26]

Works great on lower limbs and with the slim design of the motor it isn’t tangled up and in the way. I used this product and it was and is great.

[@bruceingram3439]

Forget the saw. “Beg, Borrow, or Steal” was worth the watch!! 👍

[@heatseeker1828]

Really dig your videos and find them super helpful and informative. I tried your same test and found the same result. I worked for 2 hours and ran out of steam. When I checked the battery and it still had 3 out of 4 lights still green. One session of mixed height limbs and I now am convinced I have to add the handheld 10lb 251 that works the same battery to save my back the strain of trying to sneak by with just the one tool.

[@MyTechWebTV]

Mike, I have always thought about getting the gas version. Thank you for doing this video. Great to see this type of pole saw in use. In my opinion, if any company is willing to loan you or give you equipment to use and test post it up. I love watching these videos. I don't care the brand it is great to watch. You do a great job of explaining and demonstrating. I think it is great you have built your channel to the place companies want you to demonstrate their tools and equipment. It helps you get your chores done and lets us see various things in actual use. Keep up the good work!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thank you!

[@russellbowman8051]

That pole saw is a nice trimmer!! 👊

[@redbudfarm]

Mike, I've got one of those as well and have to agree, It last longer than I do! I bought the RTS-HT harness but haven't used it since that came in. I would highly endorse the saw, the battery works great...plug it in and go.

[@P245Sig]

Mike has hit the big time, he's got people liking and hating videos before you have time to watch it.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Lol, Yea there are like 5 regular haters, It's funny because when I publish a video early mornings theres never any dislikes until later in the day or evening. But publish at night and it's boom, instant dislike. Tells me the haters aren't early risers lol. Wake up late and start the hate lol

[@joezitzler151]

It’s been scorching hot this week! God bless ya for gettin after it after work!

[@Lanninglongarmmowing]

That's one thing I wish we had was a battery powered pole saw. The ones we have are corded. I usually take my 2 stroke harbor freight generator around with me and it does the job. Great video and nice job Mike!!!

[@matthewnebel1072]

Interesting to see that the battery saw works well. I looked at that unit but went with the km131r kombi system, so far have the pole pruner with extensions, bed redefiner and the power sweep attachment. All work great. As projects come up I'm sure I will find other attachments I "need" lol.

[@MikeCris]

I'm looking at the same model...the 131R kombi.

[@malamberson]

I recently purchased a EGO battery power hedge trimmer 56v and I have been very impressed with it also.

[@timm2960]

As usual Mike great work. The grapple will save your back. Look forward to your next video.

[@Gaba-oo4qb]

That is a really good pruning saw I can say. Just had some branches cleared that were close to a powerline in my backyard. And my power company was using the very same saw. So you know it has to be good! But I think it fetches a price tag of $600 when you buy it together with the battery charger. A little steep for my needs but nonetheless the best pole saw!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Looks good Mike, got yourself another fine pole saw without all the mess of gas and oil. I think they have improved on their batteries over the years and they do last longer and hold a charge better. Sure handy to have around the property. The do a lot of work and create a lot of work too but when the job is done it sure looks nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@Kris_at_WhiteOaksFarm]

Well dang, that looks like a winner. I hope I can afford one! I need to clear the edges of my hay fields/pastures, so I can mow without having to avoid the encroaching forest.Oh, Spruces, not Pines. Most likely, Norway Spruce ( Picea abies). judging by the look of the branches.

[@dennisst.germaine3497]

Whoops, I made a mistake and the original comment wound up on another channel! As with the battery endurance maybe you could have shown how many 'bars' were still showing at the end of your cutting. I love your channel Mike keep these videos coming!

[@alotandstuff]

A tour/walkaround of the new house and property could be cool Mike.

[@gailcrowe8216]

Awesome channel . I have watched every post from #1 to #178.. Have never posted on anyones videos before. Mike, you and Melissa do great.. We live in Grande Prairie Alberta Canada Nov. 10 2019 -30c today and 1 ft. of snow.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thanks Sheldon! Good luck with the snow

[@bendigr]

i have the Stihl KM130 Kombi System version. along with several other attachments. love the Stihl products.

[@2naturesownplace]

Another awesome video!! I recently invested in The 18volt RYOBI version. Don't get me wrong..HUGE STIHL fan...recently invested a grand into a new Chainsaw from there... What sold me on the RYOBI was 3 things. 1st: the angle of the bar. actually made it easier to use 2nd: I have 16 18volt batteries from other ryobi tools & 3rd..I had recently order an adapter from the Aussie Land down under that allows use of Dewalt 20volt batteries. Which I have 16 of as well. Going with it seems logical.

[@Iowaflyboy1]

Richard Elbe I also have multiple Ryobi tools! Do you recommend their pole saw? Mikes video convinced me I need one! Tom in Washington

[@farmonthehill7390]

I have the Stihl battery chainsaw, pole saw, blower, and lawn mower along with the battery charger and multiple batteries. I also have one of their gas chainsaws and the gas trimmer/weed wacker. The AP 300 is the new battery for the lawn mower. It has enough juice to mow a .2 acre lawn but when used on the chainsaws you will likely tire before it does. The original chainsaw battery had enough juice to cut down a 10" diameter tree and convert the entire tree into firewood and kindling and still had one bar left on the battery monitor. The AP300 should last 2X to 3X longer. You will need to watch the bar oil tank as it will run out before the AP300 battery runs out. These Stihl battery tools can do real work - your real limit is the bar lengths (length of bar is effectively the limit for tree diameter). I found I use the electric tools more (for suburban use) because they are so easy to use and have none of the headaches associated with the gas tools (fueling and starting). For professional logging or farm work, obviously I would want one of their professional gas saws with a much longer bar.

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Max Rayford, great Info! Thanks

[@hillhump1789]

Good morning Mike, nice video, and an impressive piece of equipment. I purchased an EGO weed whacker (stringtrimmer, etc. Haha) a couple of years ago. Amazing power for battery operated. I used to laugh at battery powered tools. Not so much anymore. Peace.

[@gatorb4161]

Never would've thought it would last that long. Gonna have to grab me one.

[@WPAOutdoors]

Nice stuff. I have been looking at the Stihl KombiSystem for a year now, waiting to have a really good reason to buy it :)

[@CharlesWGrant]

Great music goes perfect with the video keep up the good work. Lawton Oklahoma

[@Living-The-Dream]

Looks like a great improvement in battery life 👍

[@lifesanabyss2727]

I have an ego pole saw and chainsaw and they are really really good. Lots of power, cut well and far more convenient than my petrol husky

[@dougmoore7116]

Looks like it works pretty good my mind instantly goes to cutting shooting lanes lol thumbs up

[@garybartek]

Hi Mike, Thanks for doing this with battery setup. Have been curious about battery chainsaw technology. I ve always had great appreciation for STIHL gas chainsaws. My 13 year old farm boss runs like NEW today. My only caution would be "Future Obsolesence (sp) with battery technology. That probably would keep me from purchasing battery unit. Maybe STIHL someday could figure out solution for this purchasing objection. Thanks again for doing it. Looks like another quality product from STIHL.

[@WeatherNut27]

Nice review! I'm in. Love that you let the video play without music at times. Love watching home projects with the sound of birds in the background.

[@1017Bucky]

A comment and a question... When I do this kind of work, I try to pile up the limbs/debris into "bite size" piles as I go. This is a bit more work, but it does two things. It makes it easier to move around and access the rest of the tree, and it's way more efficient when it comes to picking them up with the grapple. Otherwise I seem to waste too much time and diesel chasing around individual branches. It also disturbs the ground less if I can just come down from above and grab the pile, rather than scraping it up with the grapple. May not be a factor if you aren't mowing that area. Question: Do you (or any of your viewers) know what specific species of "pine trees" these are?

[@Z-Bart]

"Beg borrow or Stihl" :)

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

You sir are brilliant! I didnt think anyone would pick up on that

[@Z-Bart]

Thanks Mike. I have a Stihl 029 and a Husqvarna 357XP. I use the Husqvarna more.

[@cuongnguyenquyet1432]

Ray Zickrick 3ss

[@MisterBoy316]

I was just going to post that :)

[@terrytussey2546]

i love all the Stihl power tools the BR 800 is awesome

[@edwardvasquez218]

I LIKE IT. IM BUYING ONE. GOOD LUCK.

[@johnclarke6647]

I know all about using a pole saw. I cut limbs off my oaks, yesterday. I have a cheap Black & Decker 20 volt one. It really does not cut- it gnaws the limbs off. I wish I had your Stihl pole saw but I am a po boy. If I was going to spend that much for a pole saw I would get a gas powered one. It does cut good - your HTA 85. It is just hard to justify that much money for something you only use every two years, which is about how often I cut limbs.

[@Frank020]

Hi, can I cut branches on ground? That way I don't have to buy a mini chain.

[@mikemay7292]

I love the sounds and smell of a two stroke engine at full song. Not sure I'm quite ready to give that up, but hard to argue that the electric saw isn't the better option. Also any chance of you getting sponsored by a belt company...c'mon man! Lol. Thanks for the videos, keep up the good work...and your pants.

[@dougcoleman9126]

I have the same battery for my weed wakeran I love it

[@moniquemelanson1114]

The new lithium battery products are very impressive. If you have to stop and start a lot combined with no immisions, quieter, less cost for maintenance and cost of fuel then already you may be way ahead with battery tools. With even better batteries around the corner gas saws may soon be in the decline. Nice video.

[@brianarnold71]

Good video mike, and my wife enjoyed the music

[@johnpyle8027]

My driveway is pushing 300' lined with Pin oaks on both sides. I planted them in 93 and this is the first year they are big enough I didn't trim them. I have that tunnel Mike is talking about. Beautiful in the summer but the leaves fall all winter and I cuss every time I open the garage doors! With that said I wouldn't live anywhere else, I guess that's what the leaf blower is for!

[@justinshaw5706]

The bar oil tank looks to be very contained. I’ve got a craftsman pole saw and it will leak if not stored just right. That seems like it’s a great purpose saw for sure.

[@dr.figvideos3303]

I’d love to get one. My questions are: 1) How long will the battery last, and 2) When/if I need a replacement in 2-3 years will Stihl keep making them or a backwards compatible new battery. If not, I don’t want an expensive tool on my hands in a few years that is useless.

[@farmonthehill7390]

I've had the stihl electric chainsaw and several other battery tools for 3+ years. The original batteries work fine though the new AP300 for the lawnmower really lasts a long time in chainsaws and a little longer in the blower.

[@Iowaflyboy1]

Great video Mike! I’ve always wondered how well those bat powered pole saws would work. I was wondering if it hurts the trees to prune them back in the summer? I think I was told once to do it after the growing season. I have no idea if that is true. Oh yea, Stihl and RK are very smart to use you as a one man marketing demo. You have cost me a lot of money over the last couple of years buying the stuff you endorse! Keep up the good videos, I really enjoy them. If you are ever in the Seattle area look us up and I’ll buy you a beer and show you are little 5.5 acres of heaven.

[@bwilliamstown]

If Stihl could send you a Kombisystem with all the various attachments that would be interesting to see as a small video series, I've always been interested in how good the attachments do compared to dedicated tools for the same job

[@dr.figvideos3303]

bwilliamstown YES! Agreed!

[@BlackMan614]

I have the Kombi. Buy the biggest power cell you can afford. Do not buy the "homeowner" power cell. The attachments work great. I have 4 attachments and no issues w/ the connecting cable.

[@WorldsOkayestFarmer]

Nice pole saw! Nice to get free toys to use!

[@bradplumb64]

I've got a gas powered pole saw and after seeing this I wonder if I should have gone with battery powered. I didn't initially because of the concern over the fact that the battery may not last very long. Maybe the next one..

[@lauriep9067]

Do these come with a hedger attachment? Or could u use the saw to hedge the tops of taller ones?

[@wesrazz5874]

I have a green works chain saw. It feels like a toy but it works and works well.

[@tonymcmillan3004]

SWEET JAMZ FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep doing a wonderful job thanks

[@adventurerhoades]

I have stihl back pack blowers. I have a couple of huskavarna saws but i use stihl full chisel chains on them. They have been good saws over 10 years old. I will get a stihl chainsaw next time

[@dancartlidge5202]

I have a little McCulloch electric saw with a pole extension that works....sometimes....gotta tweak out the trigger or see if there's a short in the wiring....but it's perfect for the kind of stuff you're doing here and for what I have on my Florida property. Fun destruction!!

[@Nick-vl7lk]

Just wondering if you would ever consider leaving some of the larger dead/dying trees. Great habitat for tonnes of wildlife, plus if there is not enough woodpecker habitat, you'll get a borer beetle infestation and they'll kill all of them. The lithium stihl tools are awesome though, nice review video.

[@GPOutdoors]

LOL! Mike, I am pretty sure nothing lasts longer than you do buddy; you are definitely a die-hard. But this certainly beats using my 20 foot extension ladder and leaning over with a chainsaw! And probably a little safer. I have always been a little hesitant buying a battery operated tool but looks like STIHL has maybe developed a good option. Thanks for demonstrating and all the best!! GP

[@jerrymorgan9602]

Gotta get one of those. Sold me.

[@MisterBoy316]

Looks nice. I'm considering one myself as I don't use it too often and it's one less thing to maintain - I hear a lot of professional types are using these now. Have you used the Stihl petrol equivalent super-longreach one, love to hear your comparison.

[@tinman1955]

I like it. What is the length of the bar? What's the biggest branch you think you could cut? I've got a thumping huge maple tree with lots of big branches too near my house.

[@stubbshomestead1316]

I have a stihl battery powered chainsaw it's only 12in but it is wonderful for cutting down and then up trees of about 10in or below. Also much safer then having a gas power one still spinning or anything. Just like the pole saw the battery lasts longer then I do.

[@Will7981]

Stihl pole saws are another one of my favorite farm tools.👍👍

[@wlsteffen]

Hi MIKE , liked the video. I was wondering if you would buy the battery one over the gas powered model? I am going to buy one but still really don’t know which one yet. I’d like to know the maximum thickness you can cut. Thank you for the great vids you produce. Wayne for Wisconsin

[@BigGary79]

Beg, borrow or Stihl!!! Awesome pole pruner, but I still think I'd stick to the gas version to match my other Stihl products.

[@leol1682]

Like the pole saw video man .

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thanks Leo

[@davidb.beasley7359]

Mike, the noise level with the battery pole saw is far less than with my gasoline. Yes, one hour with the pole saw is tough.

[@terrywoychowski8681]

Looked like a great tool. Have been considering purchasing one. Thanks for the review. How are the shoulders and neck after a couple hours work out?

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Terry Woychowski, it gives you a workout but not to bad

[@MrMyKidd]

Thumbs up if anyone thinks this thing sounds just like Robert Plant wailing in the Immigrant Song! This tool in the right hands is obviously very practical and useful, great video!

[@happycamper9300]

Battery power tools are very useful and practical. Only problem is that with time the battery will degrade and loose capacity

[@rikkilee9409]

you ever fill the 10 inch pipes with water and gas?

[@bendigr]

i've been considering the batter powered chainsaw. Get one and do test cuts on that.

[@jeffcarpenter1891]

Looks like a tougher work out than cross fit!!!! lol.

[@2naturesownplace]

You can tell the Big Man is losing weight..he almost had a Plumbers moment at the start!! Keep it up Mike! ( err pants too!! )

[@bogillespie4774]

Looks like it does the job we had one summer is that for archery club to cut new pass or targets looks good

[@alansmlth7989]

Ok cutting Soft Pine wood but what about Hard Oak wood?

[@casycasy5199]

great review how many green bars did you have left after 1 1/2 hours work

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

3!

[@chucksinger1916]

Hi mike.love your shift.im with you! Saw is great.good workout too.you ve never said what your plans are for the new property? Just wondering.

[@TheFirewoodHut]

Mike! I "BEG" of you, let me "BORROW" your "STIHL". Nice song choice!!!!!!!!!!

[@CGrib16]

Those pine trees looked a bit like spruce trees. Regardless, phenomenal video. keep up the great work!!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Colin Grib, Western Pa here, we call streams cricks, call the Steelers the Stillers, call everyone yinz, and every tree with needles a pine tree even if it isn't lol

[@jnotawacy2502]

Yup. They are indeed spruces.

[@billschannel836]

waht song did u use

[@darrengarlough5121]

weight vs gas whatta think?

[@trader025]

Is this connected to your origional lot?

[@PatriotPaulUSA]

That's a huge battery! I wonder how many amp hrs it is rated at? Nearly all the power tool companies have the Amp Hr rating right on the battery in Bold print. I wish Stihl and the some of other outdoor equipt names would do the same. Makita, Bosch, Ryobi, Milwaukee, and many others all have it in Bold , up front, so consumers can compare! . Come on you former gas engine outdoor equipment companies get with the program.

[@amilhubbard8755]

Lol you need another battery for yourself, that polesaw out worked yeah and stihl got more jucie to go lol great video

[@jonmaybriar3825]

Mike, How did you get a wood thrush to sing in the background during your intro. You have a new loyal follower. Keep up the great videos.

[@python3574]

Did you cut all of the limbs so far with the same chain? (....or on the same sharpening)?

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Yes, never touched the chain

[@richarddyer7131]

Mike I love your Vidios but not all Evergreens are Pine Tree"s going to get me one of those saws,keep up the good work, dont feel bad my spelling sucks

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Richard Dyer, lol, western pa anything with needles are called pine trees even though they all aren't

[@jasoncline4383]

Nice real world test. Off subject a bit but I don't do Facebook so I'll ask here. The RK 37 with shuttle shift, do you need to clutch from forward to reverse? I know some newer tractors have a "power" shuttle that you don't need to work the clutch, only to change gears.

[@jasoncline4383]

RK Tractor Guy. Thanks for the reply. That is what I thought, just wasn't sure. And I agree, it is a quick operation. Since I have your ear, any chance on something between the RK 24 and 37 coming out? With a mid pto? Really like the 37 but would like a mid mower.

[@jasoncline4383]

RK Tractor Guy Thank you again for the reply. Good to know mid pto is an option for the 37.

[@spudgamer6049]

@RK Tractor Guy just out of curiosity, does RK sell any implementations that make use of the mid PTO on the RK37? No mid mount mower, and I don't see any front mount snow blowers or flail mowers on your website.

[@jpdavis7676]

Goodbye sleepy hollar...looks great. Goodbye .sleey hollar...looks great

[@stevedyke639]

You didn’t show us the end result. We need the view of the tree tunnel after you cut the branches

[@jerryhollingshead7806]

I need one of those