Pruning a Veteran Fir Tree

We work on an old Douglas Fir tree to make it a little safer

[@lawrencelewis1036]

The best tree MAN on KZbin.

[@yyyxxx7222]

Absolut

[@guffis486]

100%

[@chiefjohnsonBR549]

Well... I do enjoy his the most. Seems like a Good Human also.

[@gazcribbs8151]

100% think he could drop a tree in his sleep hes that good 👍

[@micdiva]

@@gazcribbs8151 anyone can drop a tree its doing it time and time again without any accidents

[@dang5351]

"it looks Allright from where I'm standing". Fucking legend. Never change Reg!

[@jbpict]

I looked at your older videos and I certainly like your current videos much more. Calm, focused, taking time to explain the job. Your current style is unique. No fast, loud music. I enjoy it so much. This is so much of what tree work is: focus, calm, patience. Your videos are like some buddhist movies. Very calming.

[@AugustHunicke]

Those puzzles aloft are mostly one on one even IF somebody was waiting on the ground. The video made it feel like I was up there with you though. Yours have long been my favorite tree industry videos.

[@mattstrawbridge3342]

I know what you mean by ‘one on one’ August, they don’t come much closer than that. And that is high praise, coming from you!

[@haigha7697]

When I here reg say things like “mistake on my part” “ don’t break yet” “I’m safe now” my stomach turns lol. Glad I don’t have as tall trees to deal with here.

[@andrehak]

Same here haha! Sweaty palms... Glad to see even the masters of the trade rip their trousers... Makes me even more precarious though... :)

[@stevepettifer4896]

"Assuming it doesn't crash down on top of me, because that'll be the end of this video". I love that wry understatement you have Reg. Love these videos.

[@erlendgreulichfrontierbigw218]

When I came over from Europe my family in general was consternated, say the least. Thank you for sharing this moment - made me smile. When that branch snapped midway up the rope walk... I thought to myself...so much to consider that moment...a life well lived, a craft that is your passion and your shield...I know it is hopelessly cliche...but isn’t it true that if we had a choice...and possibly the courage to make it...would we rather die while doing something we absolutely love...I know it is more complicated than that...but still...grateful all is well!

[@Sormad]

When family and friends take the dreamstealer-role, they talk about their own limitations. A big smile is often the best reaction 🤡 always a pleasure watching your uploads. 🙏

[@marcduclos9789]

This is so wicked cool. I am 60-1/2 now and I am grateful for you Reg posting these kinds of video's. I have three brothers and we all walk different paths. I am from NH. In 1986 I was stuck in Seattle WA. When I was on the lamb. Came back to NH cleared the wreckage of the past and continued on as a brick mason. I almost set sail to Kodiak on the Libby Lyn with Captain Bear Bone.

[@Mike_Mike_0]

Reg great video. One has to remember that it is an invesre relationship: the people who love you the most or people who are closest to you want you to succeed the least. Once that becomes clear, chasing your dreams and aspirations becomes much easier. Happy and safe cutting. 😀

[@SD43]

Life's a one shot deal Reg, not a dress rehearsal. You have to follow your own path in life. Great to see you back

[@ianrouse3396]

Top tree work, subtle humour and philosophy all in the same video 😁

[@jeffwolinski2659]

Nice habitat trees, great to see them not taken down! Leave some snags for the critters when safety isn't an issue, folks, not every dead or dying tree needs to come down.

[@shanejongebloed3590]

Always look forward to your work. No hype, always considered, just skill. Be safe!!

[@treeworksch6959]

''Just don't go now...'' That's really what beeing in a tree feel's like, sometimes. I like, also, how you devote some time to watch and ''feel'' the place where you're working at. Much respect

[@jbpict]

You are amazing person - so professional and focused. Your videos are always about real stuff, no fluff. I started to watch you videos just recently and enjoy them so much. Please continue sharing them.

[@falfield]

Nice job, lovely morning, beautiful place. I'd have been casting around for excuses to prolong my time in the sunshine & peace at the top. Those temptations are fewer in Gloucestershire.

[@kevinvanbrunt7498]

It’s nice to see someone of your caliber that can do the monster, technical removals doing a job like this to keep the tree around for people/nature to enjoy. Most would just say “ah, it’s in decline and should be removed”. Good on ya and major props!

[@addictioncancerlife]

It pops up, i hit watch. Legend

[@chrisa1250]

Thanks Reg! I really enjoy watching your videos and respect the amount of work you do to put them onto KZbin. My new discipline is to do arm exercises while watching your videos. I was pruning columnar aspens a couple of weeks ago and my arms were cramping as I didn't do any tree work over the winter. They are tough to climb and prune. Tight crotches and nowhere to stand. Anyway your videos are helpful in getting me back into shape. Also, regarding any comments about the realism of hearing your breathing when you're working hard, I'm probably one of the noisiest breathers in the industry. I harvest a lot of extra energy from breathing deeply and I have taken the time to develop the skill based on my former skin diving (I could hold my breath for 4 minutes) and cycling (daily commuting to work and 3 trips from Amsterdam to Paris.) I sound like a freight train in the tree and I always let any coworkers know it's intentional and has nothing to do with me turning 71 this year. Seeing your video this morning really made my day! Much respect. Thanks Reg!

[@bannerslund3]

Thanks for posting Reg.

[@DUTCHHUSKY66Treesandforest]

I react whilst watching Great to see east sooke, my uncle Max lived there, so I have visited it a couple of times. In 2017 we were there again, took a stroll to east sooke park, drank something at the 17 mile pub and had a great meal at mychosen cafe! Love to visit soon again!

[@RockyMountain4x4]

I shoot lines every day and often once I climb up I realize there’s dead or decay up there. Just gotta trust what you’re working with

[@FORKinFISH]

Canada looked great from where you were standing!

[@Pfandpenner007]

How can your pants fit your big iron balls man, much respect 💪🏻 God bless🙏🏻

[@matthewgagne9603]

Wow Reg your pep talk about family spoke to me. Going through a change of life. Trying to go full time tree removal business. Getting a lot of resistance from some family members that don’t understand my passion and drive. Like you said gotta do your own thing. Don’t just watch ya for your cool videos the advice is well needs to brother.

[@ryangrimsley1733]

Canada looks like a lot of fun. We don't have giants like that here

[@CFChristian]

A close family member just recently undermined my decision to be a tree climber! I am leaving my "secure" and "stable" job at the USPS to finally pursue something I'm extremely excited about. It's such a shame.

[@nathankelly7259]

Go for it! We only live once might as well be happy

[@cannonball9478]

Good luck

[@onsight2822]

Good on you man , Just stay safe dude, it's not always as fun as Reg makes it look 😉

[@CFChristian]

@@onsight2822 Haha I'll keep that in mind.

[@pontoonrob7948]

As much as I despise out gov't at times it seems crazy to leave a job with a govt pension.

[@Megacowmilker353]

Making those sinks cuts that are at the other side of you are spot on.

[@TheSnakeman3]

Man when that limb popped, I thought it was your limb. What a view you have from your office. Glad you share with us Reg. Thanks.

[@boyse69]

Nice spot Reg Hope you are keeping well Sir ! sorry I'm late Building a shed / work shop for Next door young engineer . Wages are bobbins but keeping me busy .

[@billbliss2500]

As Always... You Never seem disappoint me in your exquisite accuracy in placement! Great Job Reg!

[@peteaplin8324]

Not sure how you can put up with those panoramic views...it must be tough! But stay with us!

[@petehendry4756]

Scared the hell out of me when that branch broke . Thanks for sharing Reg .

[@Blackeye35]

Every time I see a Reg Coates video, I am inspired to be a better arborist.

[@jimsteele7108]

And I'm inspired to drink another beer. It is what it is...

[@wiredspeaker5658]

On top of the beauty is the refreshing lack of road rage in BC. I commute from Bellingham to Vancouver for work and I don't think I've even heard a horn in 3 years. Pretty cool.

[@Revelations-bc1vk]

When that small branch broke at 9:43😳 man had me going.

[@pontoonrob7948]

Sure glad that there are folks like you cause there is very little chance I'd ever be comfortable doing that.

[@timberhitchllc]

Holy shit! My heart was in my mouth and a jumped out of my seat when that first branch broke out on your asscent! I could literally feel the line setting back and stopping short and then pausing like you did to take a moment and regain your wits and courage to carry on. I would pay to watch this in a movie theater!!!

[@pontoonrob7948]

For me, it was once he was up at that limb and the helmet cam got all wobbly and swung around...I was saying no way, no way would I ever be comfortable doing that.

[@spelunkerd]

What a coincidence, as a client (on Woodwyn Terrace) I stumbled across your channel when learning about DRT vs SRT. For anybody passing, I'll give your tree service two big thumbs up, Reg offers everything you'd ever want in an arborist, including honest and humble thoughts. Your remarks about SRT over DRT in another video were interesting. As an old rock climber, I used 'Jumars' which were a single rope technique that bites into the rope cover. I never did get comfortable with those, even though I tip a hat to those who prefer single. The 2:1 idea behind DRT is interesting, but to put the bulk of work onto arms and shoulders is weird, not to mention the strain and muscular imbalance. This video highlights something similar to what we always knew about mountaineering. Even experts need to accept risk as part of the game. It is great to find your channel, Reg! I have a channel of similar size, on a completely different set of topics. Maybe one day we'll do a video together, ha ha. Dave

[@Recoates]

Hi Dave. Really nice to hear from you mate. And thanks for the input on rope climbing

[@Version135]

When that slipped and the branch fell I'm yelling at my screen Reg come back down!!

[@Buzzjugs]

That was pretty sketchy Reg. When that deadwood snapped I trumped for you. Great commentary throughout.

[@br-dj2ti]

Love your videos buddy your an inspiration. I wish I had somebody like you to teach me

[@sidneyturner3427]

as always another great video ... in a truck or a tree I always enjoy watching and listening to Reg ! thanks

[@ishure8849]

G'day Reg, you can choose your friends but not your rellies, my billy lids have dual citizenship because of my Canuck missus so they can choose, personally if I had to live in Canada it would be where you are the mild climate on the Pacific Ocean that we share.PS if you need an extra hand I'm happy to work a room a feed and a few frothies 👍.

[@tonyalways7174]

To use a crude but entirely appropriate British expression..........F*CK THAT FOR A GAME OF SOLDIERS!!! I’d rather take my chances arm wrestling a grizzly bear than climb that tree. Respect 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mortensrensen2646]

You can put a DMM gromit in the attachment point of the Roperunner Pro and the carabiner vil stay in place. Nice vids!! Really appreciate them!

[@MichaelOxman]

Thanks, Reg ! Shared this video to the Facebook group called Old Growth Treeclimbing. Choosing the route up & down the tree was done after a carefully inspection that was done on previous trips, and again just prior to the climb. 360 degree exam is a standard practice in arboriculture, and involves taking the time to look at the operation from 'under, over, around, and thru' (as sung by the Yardbirds). It means that you're less likely to overlook important conditions affecting safety and performance.

[@Recoates]

Nice to hear from you Mike

[@shanebrewster2384]

A man of integrity, vigor, courage, strength, wisdom and experience. When that first dead branch broke free upon ascent, my unnerved, inexperienced self would’ve taken my happy ass down to re-think my approach. I imagine the pressure from your access rope snapped it free. Didn’t you feel a little drop in your rope when it broke? You stopped for a moment-would enjoy hearing your thoughts in that moment.. Happy Spring Reg.

[@Recoates]

Yeah I dropped a couple feet Shane. Thanks

[@martinbeirne7621]

Incredible view

[@allenhuling598]

Excellent video, Reg, so much thought going into each part, and I always learn something from each one you put out! Cheers, and work safe!

[@customtreecutz8255]

Legend of all tree climbing legends.

[@treeoflife7611]

What a hell Job Reg, hoping you are bid well ... Very scary tree, you can be proud Thanks for filming Cheers from France Jo

[@donr4582]

Looks like nice weather and beautiful view my friend

[@americopedroni6837]

Agreed, it is sad that family acts the way they do sometimes.

[@ronburke]

good to see ya Reg

[@almangrant7358]

Beautiful job result, well planned and executed. Thank you for sharing.

[@vspecnurr34]

Brilliant video Reg, much appreciated with your time and effort 👌

[@MrChrisn99]

Bloody hell Reg, you should be feet up now. Long time since JHO in Chelford. Glad to see you're still living the dream. Top of the world view.

[@Recoates]

Hello mate. Great to hear from you. I'll have plenty time to put my feet up when I'm dead. So until then I'll live as full a life as I can. Plus, I'm a better person when I've got plenty going on.

[@MrChrisn99]

Like your philosophy, and hopefully a long long time left. I always had a lot of respect for you and so glad to see you passing your experience on to so many. Still terrifies me watching these videos, it's really like we are all there with you. Stay safe pal and keep the vids coming. 👍

[@Dolmar-Rick]

Balls of steel Reg😂.... that limb you big shot in looked sketch. I hate that feeling of ascending srt not being 100% sure on your anchor. Still that view was sweet though! 👌

[@pinecone5058]

Nice office view at the top, thanks for your time, Jolly hockey

[@Boomer_in_the_Trees]

Enjoyed this video a lot. Canada looks amazing. I've often thought of moving there but I have to be honest, the trees look out of my league. So do the bears ha ha. I like our little black bears here in Virginia. And our little trees. Biggest stuff I get back here is the smallest stuff like this that I've seen you work on. Was nice to see you btw doing a tree more in my size range. I got excited for a minute there, at least until you got up the thing and I saw what a monster it was up top. And if you'll indulge me for a moment, I was listening to what you said in the tree ( ok who am I kidding I hang on your every word lol) and I think maybe its a little like this. I think you do everything big. Big trees big moves, big risks, big country, big videos (yours are probably the most popular and watched off all) and you know, .. big. And I imagine when you do everything big in life there will be two types of people who pay attention. The first type would be those like most of us who enjoy seeing it because we like to day dream and imagine what it would be like or maybe even want to try stepping up to some of it and of course many who just watch it for the thrill, (I still get nightmares about your one over the highway lol) and then there's the other type. The other type being the type who usually think and do small and they're just pissed that you're thinking or doing anything big.

[@joshpomponio2993]

Boy that was pretty sketchy but that’s where experience come in I guess don’t think my set is big enough to do that nice job reg thanks for a great vid

[@paulkirk5760]

You could t have made a better decision moving to the island. We live in UK and wished we’d discovered it 40 years ago. Love the island and the coast up from Sooke.

[@martynamos5694]

Excellent work as always 👏 Looks like you made the right move in my opinion

[@davidjohansen415]

Nice job reg

[@blondemommyvomit]

Ever get your hair jammed up in your line and climbing hitch? I have, once. Now that I'm bald, it's the beard I'm mindful of..

[@tygertyger8597]

Hey Reg, I feel like I should get paid just for the stress of watching these videos. 😂 Great job as usual. Good you could save that old veteran so the owner can enjoy it awhile longer. Bummer to hear about the one trying to drag you down to their level. My respect for the job you do is off the chart. 🌲🌳

[@1stFlyingeagle]

My friend Reg. Take a bushel basket full of crabs. One tries to get out and the others latch on to it and pull it back down. If it keeps trying the other crabs will kill the crab trying to leave. People do the same stupid thing. It like they don't want you to have something there to afraid to go after. Just wish them well and move on. My thoughts my job. Your thought your job. It truly is not complicated.

[@paulcottier2080]

Doing your own thing is the only way. Great work, living the dream.

[@Tom-uf2um]

Wow, Beautiful views from up there.

[@jimmyfarquhar2636]

Top work 👌

[@lloydroose9791]

Brave man. Subscribed.

[@richp1146]

Wow! Best climber in the business. Just amazing. 💪

[@TheJoesivers]

Epic video. When that dead wood dropped during your ascent I would of pooped.

[@br-dj2ti]

That was a nasty tree wonderful job like always amazing work my friend God-bless stay safe can't wait for the next video

[@onsight2822]

Brilliant 👍 I always learn a lot , cheers

[@johnhowson1169]

I’d absolutely love to move to Canada ... best place on earth

[@poweredbyadam]

Amazing views 🙏 Great video man!

[@chainsaw5211]

Wait until you turn fifty five and still climb. The straining and huffing and puffing start showing themselves more and more.

[@chrisa1250]

Good on you mate👍

[@Recoates]

I think 90ft rope walks would leave most people a little breathless for a minute. But it quickly passes and you get on with the next stage.

[@chainsaw5211]

@@Recoates that's what you gotta do if you want to eat.

[@stillwater62]

You are about at the top of a gnarly old Fir, riddled with Woodpecker holes, rotted limbs, and a good 100 feet above the ground, then you go into a rant about family members questioning your choice of moving to Canada, and wanting to jerk the rug out from under your feet, and so on. For some odd reason, I found that rather amusing considering where you were, what you were doing, and where your mind was at. For a climbing Arborist, Canada is the perfect place to ply your skills, and keep them sharp. The Canadian Wilderness is a very beautiful place. Why would anyone not want to live there?

[@Quintana.Alex.c]

Never thought Id see you on a Rope Runner!

[@Recoates]

Me neither, but it arrived in the post, along with the Notch fusion tether. So at the very least I have to give them a go

[@Quintana.Alex.c]

Reg Coates Hope you enjoy it, I love the RR. Still jam the wrench and double rope though.

[@kingniles]

Cut the downward force on your sketchy branch in half by using double rope technique.

[@Recoates]

Yes, but too much time and effort involved with a 90ft DdRt ascent. And the chances of isolating that limb with a line is slim or none

[@odieostrich7718]

Reg, you're a beast and we all benefit from your vids, especially with second camera angles for our benefit. So to save headaches, would a camera flag help you on those drop zone recoveries?

[@jerryburlison4454]

Reg, I like your style

[@mtclimber7359]

As always well done!

[@Johnnyreengo]

9:37 that will certainly widen the eyes

[@chrisa1250]

Lived the part where you doug out your camera! Well done

[@cameronb76]

Very nice, as usual ❤️

[@xbenxwilsonxhighlights7879]

I love these videos 👍👍

[@ricardoarrais6910]

The runner-pro rope works well with velocity from Samson. it is good to know that. I was, I had already given up on mine after some frustrating attempts, I no longer remember the rope I used

[@Recoates]

Mine was ready for the garbage after the first day. Then I realized you have to wide open up the gap on the pin at that top.....which seems counter intuitive. The coating on the contact components such as the clutch need time to wear off, and I learnt to spread my hold hand across the release lever at the top to gently release the clutch, instead of just pulling the end down all jerky-like. Opening up the pin at the top is your first step, then a different rope to what you have. Thereafter give it time to wear in

[@ricardoarrais6910]

@@Recoates thank you for the tips

[@benneb663]

i climbed a tree once, and somehow hot liquid soil appeared in my pants. this business is awesome.

[@0001evo]

Nice work Reg you could of done with. Forst tr8 tracked chipper from Westcoast woodchippers on that job to get the clean up done fast and efficiently lol

[@plant.more.trees.]

The dream of climbing up the ladder is falsely sold to us as “what we want” when sometimes all we need in being on a rope!

[@paulbragg7618]

Canada's full of great people 👍eh😜

[@rayclark9643]

Me Bollocks were half way up me arse watching this one Reg...one hell of a scary looking mess:( Glad you made it up & down safely!

[@chiefjohnsonBR549]

Thank you for the Content

[@vespasian266]

That falling branch though?, got to be honest I was sat here willing you there after that.

[@wicklamulla]

good Vid Reg. Did ya manage to do it all with the 540 on a 16 inch bar and how many tanks did ya use 2 or 3. I guess ya carry spare fuel containers when ya no groundie to refill the saw?

[@Recoates]

Yes, 16inch bar and one tank got the job done

[@randyupladek1855]

Do you ever use binoculars for those super high throw line shots Reg?