Western Red Cedar, Must Go

We take down a dying Western Red Cedar tree. 2 man operation

[@OfficeLinebacker-FJB]

It’s great you’re back.

[@Ranchorita]

This was a great video. It's amazing to see the whole process, and nice to watch a skilled person do something so well. So much better than watching 40 minutes of garbage broadcast tv programming. Thanks for sharing this.

[@cannonball9478]

Bang on

[@aladeenmadafaka6286]

So true...

[@leebennett3672]

Please don't stop the vids .Love em .👍👍 Learn lots from them

[@J1.477]

A rare glimpse into the life of a highly skilled professional.

[@spelunkerd]

As one gets older, there is a natural tendency to use what we always used to get a job done. This causes a gradual shrinkage of our circle of competency as technology moves along. It is refreshing to see you constantly trying new things, now using the Rope Runner on the climbing line, and even a micropulley on the top rigging prusik. Bravo!

[@timcrosby4651]

I agree with you, I’m guilty of it myself,been a plumber for 37 years now and I don’t like change but I find that I need to learn to adapt....good thing with age comes wisdom! I am not a tree climber but I follow Reg for his work ethic and life approach.

[@georgethreadingham4618]

Do you know what the reasoning for the pulley and Prussic on the rigging line were for, never seen it!

[@JoseRGarcia-JRG]

@@georgethreadingham4618 no cinch needed for a zip line but in this case you need to put the brakes on the branch so the decent is slow and controlled..

[@moofdoggmike]

There is a peace in your work flow... patient and persistent. Well done and thank you for the detail, take care up there. Have a good one.

[@Everyday_Richard]

Really enjoy your videos Reg. Thank you

[@Dred13657]

Yes very glad your back reg. Glad to see the Legend once again.... Weather you realize it or not my friend. You are going down in history. A very unique mind at work, love watching you work such a professional. God bless and stay safe my friend

[@ericjane747]

You are a great role model for anyone on how to properly carry and conduct oneself regardless of profession or lot in life. Very high level of civility.

[@fumagoo1986]

these videos are gold for a younger guy like me. the way you rig with a friction hitch and a pulley is insanely clever

[@nevanssiegel2423]

What is the benefit?

[@scottdarling1519]

The BOTS here Reg, Fantastic work and very well executed, the years you put into tree work shows! Hope you and your family are doing well!

[@leftgrimsby]

Great to watch you from across the street Reg ....the chickens didn’t seem to be bothered 😊 Enjoy watching them all...Cheers

[@dukeflem]

Anyone that knows you could never say you have a bad attitude, gum or not. This is an interesting job with only two people. Excellent! Thank you for doing a video. I really appreciate watching and learning from your work!

[@michaelsukut6101]

I'm told all the time I look pissed when I'm in the trees I guess I'm just ugly because most of the time I'm loving it.

[@vspecnurr34]

Brilliant video Reg, nice calm atmosphere, appreciate your time and effort 👌

[@EduardoOrnelas-uk8dq]

I love this video this is how I climb I never tie to limbs just around the main trunk like you and I enjoy doing it ! Keep it up man

[@jbpict]

Mr Coates, Absolutely love your videos. Since last one I was checking everyday for a new one. Even started to worry if everything is ok. Please keep sharing your work with newbies like myself. You are an inspiration!

[@marcduclos9789]

I am 61 now and that ship has sailed for me to climb. I climb masonry scaffolding though still. I am a mason and so buzzards have to eat same as worms. I am a land owner in NH and tree work explained buy you men out in the Pacific North West has set me straight on the way of things. Thanks you for taking the time to make a vid when you can. I have been trying to take a hand on making a vid or two. It is awkward. The hair is your signature.

[@Boomer_in_the_Trees]

I can appreciate that. I thought it'd sailed for me too, but I started back at 58 a few years back out of desperation and at first it was ok but at 59 I hit a wall. Then something in one of Regs videos actually, just a quick mention he made one day about how as you get older the biggest thing is staying lean. If you're heavier the climbing will get harder and at the time I was struggling a lot but just hearing him say that lit a little fire under me so I dropped 15 lbs literally within a month and suddenly I could climb and stay up for a few hours again. I can't stay in the tree 8 hours like I could when I was 31, but I'm turning 61 in September and I'm finding I can easily go 4 hours in spurs without any difficulty and I'm even finding the next day is not too bad either. So not sure how long I can keep it up but that's the challenge I've put in front of myself and life's gotten kind of exciting again. Mason though, that's no slouch work either for a 61 year old, and scaffolding, uggh, that's heavy work. Rock on Marc. Here's to 10 more.

[@marcduclos9789]

@@Boomer_in_the_Trees Well said. I wore out my right hip. In New England I did Iron work in Boston in my early 20's when the kids were in the house. During the 80's most every one had to diversifies to earn a living. I learned early on to stay on the same project for any good period of time the masons were the ones ho had a home.

[@marcopickles1019]

I have been a groundsmsn professionaly for 15 years and have really enjoyed . Watching many great climbers . Wish I had started climbing when Younger . Am 60 now and you have inspired me to climb in my own pace doing work for friends . Love this video , says so much . Thanks Reg . Marcus

[@abuickguy6335]

Some of know how much extra work it takes, and we appreciate the time you spend doing it. Thank You for the videos you do decide to produce.

[@squirrellyjon]

On the note of the wood chips one of them stihl backpack blowers will blow them suckers to the next county lol. I find them handy for spreading big chip piles around the wood yard and such. Stay safe and keep cutting Reg

[@rustysteel8714]

Extraordinary work Reg...with all the limbs.... a bark like razorblades.... proximity to the structure. You do the most challenging and complicated fells.... what you call "routine"! 😉 Appreciate your filming. Thanks.

[@Lincoln.t]

Nice ! I really appreciate watching your skill. U are the big boss Reg it’s amazing ! Hello from the France 🤙

[@andreakeeling9217]

Love how you moving up that tree. Way-to-go!!!!!!

[@professionaltreeclimbersp.9625]

Nice Job ! I Have noticed if you remove smaller trees that are technical, you can get more customers Done in a week ! In return more referrals and over all more Money, less headaches of the Bigger removals! Good to see you Back at it !

[@zephyr1408]

I think I watch your videos cause I am a carpenter! And I say some of the same things & the video in my mind is enough ? Thanks for the hard work making them for Reg !

[@willardgreenfield650]

Thank you Reg for all your videos over the years, always pick up on something you do that helps me, and enjoy you sharing personally.

[@denveryarroll2594]

I am greatly appreciative of the work you put into your videos, Sir! It is hard work telling a great story about hard work. Thank you, Reg. I really liked the footage of your climbing and rigging gear in particular. That was very instructive. Again, thank you!🍻

[@anthonyrowberry3154]

Great video Nice to see you back 👍🇬🇧

[@kevinbprice7448]

@14:36 sometimes i forget to stop and take it all in. Thanks for taking us along with you Reg!

[@1975dbryant]

Look's as if you're digging the saw and that rope runner MR. Coates. Wish I could swing the bill for both. As usual, brilliant footage hoss👊🔥💪🤘😎😎

[@Rezorcful]

Treestuff sent the rope runner to him and i can't wait for his t540i review. I'd like to see if it's worth the upgrade from 535

[@robphillips7722]

Not taking it away from you reg (been watching since the near by knutsford days) but this and many of your other vids shows how valuable a switched on groundsman is. they get little recognition , especially on youtube vids....Arans a credit and seems like a guy any climber would give his right arm to work with..

[@mountainman9024]

Great work mate. Very nicely done👍🌲 had a laugh when you said you got bored with that saw! I feel the same way for me it's the sound. I can't stand all this auto tune it's like pulling a cat's tail!! The old Sthil and Husqvarna saws just sound nice and don't split yer head in half! Great job mate keep it up!

[@davidvanleeuwen3274]

Thanks for the update on hoisting and climbing!

[@alfadoofus]

Thanks for the video . I know it must seem tedious and repetitive to you but to a mere mortal like me your work is awesome I'm too old to start in tree work . When you put a video out I'll be here to watch . so no rush from me

[@ABIDEOUTDOORS]

I love his pace. Idk how you can make hard work: 1. Look so easy. 2. Appear so soothing.

[@ofirtzafrir]

Great video amazing job Easy for you easy for us to watch . Love to see you work so carefully and organized 💝

[@davidpalmer3015]

It’s amazing to watch a couple of skilled men handle a job like that. First time I’ve seen the prussic on a rigging line but I can see how it’s effective. Stay safe Reg. Thank you 👍🏻

[@billrimmer5596]

Super good vid. I enjoyed the whole thing. That first climb yesterday was a tough one with all those branches. The electric has its place, and the gas has its. Thank u!!

[@JB070589]

Great video as always. I've always admired your patients to do them, especially so many of them. I've been a follower of yours for a few years now. I used to come for your technical information to help further my own career and stay safe. You've made an immense contribution towards that and I am very grateful. That said, I find these days I'm more interested in the parts of your videos where you just ramble your thoughts to the camera. I get a good kick out of the things you have to say and the way you say them. Perhaps you'd do well with a podcast? Whatever you decide to get into in the future I wish you the best and thanks again for all you efforts here!

[@rayclark9643]

Reg your videos, though far between, are always quality & I for one will take that over quantity any day. Thanks for sharing your extensive knowledge much appreciated!

[@cannonball9478]

Great point about the wood chip. Pleased for you the client cooperated. I’ve started using thick plastic ground guards which work a treat. All the best Reg and glad to see a video upload.

[@jaytaylor1505]

I hope one day to accumulate just half the knowledge in the tree's this man has.. Regg is super efficient In every execution I've seen so far.. Simply incredible. Great work man.

[@Dred13657]

Haha. I thought this video was familiar. Once you started talking about the 572 I was like I think I've seen this. I learn a lot from you bud. Stay safe, climb safe

[@AaronTheViking250]

Mad respect for you Reg 120% buddy your work and professionalism speaks for itself and shows that you care about your work and for the environment your methods are just fantastic your planning is spot on 👍 ten out of ten.

[@jibiroo]

Thanx for taking the extra time and effort to shoot and put together another Vid! I appreciate your skill, technique and explanations!!!

[@stlukes09bymycreator98]

Thanks a lot for the videos you do put out I could understand, for 32 years climbing / ladder for a cable company the last thing I would want to do is see myself doing the same job while editing my own video. You take a brake Mate’ and when you do put a new video out I’ll enjoy watching it, in the meantime be safe and may God watch over you 🙏🇺🇸

[@johnward3490]

Thanks Regs great content as all ways total professionalism pleasure to watch. Cheers from 🇬🇧

[@dukeflem]

I loved the big long breathe out you made at 14:40 when the top went off. I missed that the first time I watched. There are a large number of gnarley limbs on these cedar trees and its a lot of limbs for only two people to handle especially when you are doing triple duty. You are amazing. Chunking out at the end, while climbing, with a 390 saw and a 36" bar that I struggle with on the ground, to remove the stem is amazing. Thanks for the video work which is excellent! I know making the videos is tedious but it is really appreciated!

[@TraphouseTCG]

Literal hour long anatomy lesson. Love it

[@nathanarievlis3985]

If I ever hit the lottery in buying you a new dump, chipper and a mini. There will be a small space between the cab and chip box for the mini to ride up , so you won't need another trailer.

[@Shawnf1977]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Love watching you rip through a tree!!!

[@sidneyturner3427]

great video. Very thankful to you and others who take the time to make a video. Tree work is tough enough without adding to it. I am all for just Reg Coates in a truck telling it like it is with no editing. Your take on starbuck's and their customers is my all time favorite... A true classic . Be well.

[@andreakeeling9217]

Wow. That thing is huge! Beautiful tree. Wonderful

[@jasonhull5712]

I did in fact enjoy watching. Thanks for all the fussing about with the cameras and sitting through another edit. It was worth it to me. 😁👍 Alway's like your attitude and workmanship Reg. Hope all is well. Cheers 🍻

[@proxy7863]

I much prefer the slice and dice 👍 Your groundy seemed like a nice guy.

[@timothypoore9150]

Great job. Thanks for the video

[@harambereincarnate]

I appreciate you filming and sharing your experience

[@jamesblack687]

Thank you for the video Reg we are all so grateful.

[@jamesglenn2006]

Good stuff Reg, it's nice when it works out to plan and the rest of your day is at a desirable pace 🍻👍

[@NHlocal]

Thank you for posting up the video Reg. A whole lot of solid information shared. Keep yourself safe! 😃👍❤️🌲 Randy

[@mikesr3407]

No doubt production of content and making quality up to your standards can't be easy ! Thank God you keep making films I Love them , your halfway up that's probably as high as any tree I will ever go ! Here in Illinois the biggest tree I might ever get in will be a bald cypress. My niece has three I think and that is my goal ! You have inspired me to make this my hobby / help family and such ! Thanks Reg ! Great view up there .

[@TheCrusher2468]

32:03 that is a GOOD feeling. Seeing the last 6 feet and knowing youll soon be standing flat on that sweet, sweet dirt.

[@troytreeguy]

Thanks Reg great work and appreciate the chat time.

[@mikebransden452]

For someone who always has both feet firmly on the ground you make it look like so matter of fact. All down to the right attitude, years of experience and thinking it through. Your videos always flash through and always very enjoyable. Stay safe Reg and enjoy life. You would make a great dinner guest. From over here in England.🇬🇧

[@kansasloggers7438]

Thank you for taking the time to share. You are one of the best. Stay safe.

[@fern6114]

Thanks for sharing every video, cheers from Luxembourg 🇱🇺 europe... we enjoyed

[@matthewcaldwell2681]

Great 👍 job very productive

[@batmantiss]

You never cease to make my (work) life easier. I friggin LOVE that mid line choker setup! I can't wait to use that with my safeblock! Thanks for the video, i know it takes a lot of time to film and edit.

[@jefferl2722]

Smooth as silk, as always Reg! 👌great video. Love all your content. Thank you for sharing 👍😎

[@Boomer_in_the_Trees]

Thanks Reg! I know its a pain to make the videos. I only make mine so I can get work, I don't really have any KZbin followers lol, and only about 100 on Instagram but I post my videos in local FB groups and other social media sites with localized group pages and they always seem to bring in the work fast, so I keep doing it but since I shifted 80 percent of my time to one large farm client I don't really make many now unless its a bigger tree or I'm playing around for whatever reason with the cameras. So I appreciate your taking the time when you do and this one was great, talking about the job, the decisions, the clients desires and how you approach them, and of course the long camera shot of you going up the stem with the big flip line explaining how you lean in and such, watching you disappear up that stem good stuff. I struggle with a large rope flip line for some reason, not sure just me, I use steel core lines because I like the way they throw and come back to me. When I use a big rope I end up playing cats cradle... :) , but I love watching you work with a big line like that. Its harder than it looks. Thanks REG! Great video!

[@archiehitler5264]

Come on Reg, remain positive as the video's are great!

[@darrenmoore2305]

Thanks for taking the time to set up camera shots. Extra work for you,,, and greatly appreciated.

[@rrssmooth6643]

I do enjoy feeding a chipper. Actually I love the way you did the beginning of that video, showing it does not take 5 seconds to get up there, like people edit in other videos. I thought I had not seen you for awhile, so right... you talking why no videos lately.

[@travisdadson4448]

So good to see you mate thank you for the b day wish much appreciated really made my day stay safe Reg👍🙏

[@63sfletcher]

Thanks for the time and effort processing the film. This mornings silver birch in a back garden in Warrington wasn’t anywhere near the same scale , but same principles ( a lot of which I’ve learnt from you) still apply , stay safe , good luck with the hair cut. Regards Warrington UK

[@itzOLE3]

"My appearance has not been a priority for a year..." we all feel that with you! Haha.

[@maxfeasey2151]

Great to see you back Reg, as an apprentice climber looking to hone my skills you're one of my favorite channels 👍 Keep em coming

[@stevebrough304]

Thanks for taking us along. It's much appreciated. I can understand how everything adds up and wears you down. I relate to the Covid hair as well lol

[@florianmolenda324]

Je comprends que ces vidéos soient fastidieuses à faire mais ça sera toujours un plaisir de les regarder. Ça m'inspire beaucoup, même au travers de nos petits arbres en France.

[@robertsimons8643]

You and the Eagles share some beautiful views !!

[@jamescarville240]

Beautiful work by a true professional 👏

[@shafferandsonslawngardenca4759]

Thank you for posting the great KZbin Reg always appreciate watching your work. I reckon if you could have craned out the lengths the timber would have been worth about 3.4 million dollars 😂 Good to see you the other day on the road ( shaffer and sons / Myles ) Thanks again for posting 👍🏻

[@shanejongebloed3590]

Always thankful u can do a video, while I would enjoy more there is a type of anticipation wait for one to drop in. Stay safe!!!!🇦🇺

[@munched55]

Welcome back Reg. Looking at that stick and overcast second day, it made me wonder if you'd ever been near a tree that was struck by lightning.

[@bonzey1171]

The single glove wearing had me giggling pretty good. And the gum bit. You're funny, I always have a laugh at shit you say. Thanks for taking the time to film and edit this shit, I know it must be tedious, but it is pretty entertaining and funny as hell at times. Plus you're the only fucker I can watch do removals and not constantly say to myself 'why the fuck is he doing it that way' every 5 minutes. Appreciate your efforts, mate. And the humour. You remind me of every Manc I ever knew, leaving out superfluous words like a proper northerner. That shit always makes me smile. Thanks for doing all these, they've been really fun to watch. And sometimes hilarious

[@ishure8849]

G'day Reg, you make it look easy when you first went up the tree with all those branches that looked bloody awkward. I've been slabbing western red cedars for Kenny Pierce timber they were planted in the Dandenong ranges 100 years ago they must have liked being there to have a four foot girth.Can you make more videos of old growth 😜👍🇦🇺?

[@oghamstone5964]

Yes... Routine... I guess an expert makes it look easy. 👍 👏💪🙏

[@Bluecollar711]

I love the way you show the world that we're not in a rush while working at height related scenarios I would really love to see you on my mechanical device so that you can show the people the difference between mechanical devices for rope access done at height related scenarios.. #zrunner is the future of mechanical devices for ROPE access for height related scenarios #zrunner

[@SD43]

Quality video as always Reg. You're always a ray of Sunshine mate.

[@nickbailey109]

Ahh, trusting mechanical stuff now? You had me back on a split tail and micro pulley for srt lol. Glad to see yah back on the tube man, thanks for the content

[@Recoates]

It was sent for free, so its only fair that I try it

[@billylacount6608]

@@Recoates If you don’t mind, what’s your opinion on it? I’m pondering getting one to try out. I totally understand not towing the chipper, when I unhook mine from my old square body truck it’s like kicking off your boots after a long day :)

[@Recoates]

@@billylacount6608 terrible at first. Junk, was my first impression. But I took some advice from the designer who assured me things would change as it wore in. He was right, its much better now. Some aspects has huge efficiency advantages over the wrench, and in other ways it is more temperamental and unforgiving. I might do a review when I get time

[@timbermen11]

Reg I was going to ask the same question. A review of this device from you would be awesome

[@Dolmar-Rick]

Long time no see Reg. Hope you're well fella, must say do enjoy the prussic on the rigging line. Works well... Nice job👌

[@bonesthenorthwoodswarriors1854]

As always, greatly appreciate the time and effort mate. Best wishes to you and yours,

[@alanhutchins4233]

Thank you. Nice to see Aaron in your videos as well.

[@daniellabbe3009]

This must just smell excellent!

[@eddiephillips2000]

Always enjoy watching you and Aaron have at it Reg. You two seem to complement each other quite well in your jobs. Doesn't seem like you have as hard of a job as it looks even though we know there is more to it than we see. Any content you put up here is greatly appreciated always! #StaySafe

[@aaron6806]

You don't see the ground guy bent over taking 10 second breaks and stretching to ward off cramps because it's been a very heavy day. I'm glad you appreciate what's unseen.

[@Jrthetreeclimber]

Great video. Loved the video thanks ones again for a new one. 👌

[@seanhealy7084]

Thanks for the video, love your work.

[@nottstrees]

Great video enjoyed that thanks for posting it

[@bradywatcherson498]

Thanks Reg, appreciate the video.

[@patrickkmitt9030]

Great idea to lower the bottom limbs with the friction hitch and sling, while also using the tail to guide the limbs!