TALON AT THE CONTROLS...TRAILER IN THE DITCH

[@douglaslemeresr1984]

Teaching Talon and reassuring a shaky driver ! Not the first time i've seen you tell someone that nobody,s perfect ! Notice that when some body gets down on themselves , you're the first to talk to them and reassure them !! Good on ya Mr. Ron !!

[@wandalbowen8101]

Love the way that you are a witness for Jesus ie nobody is perfect except one and the driver said I know who that is. Too bad the driver was using language that wasn't fit for public display. Ron, your influence and faith are touching the world. I praise God for businesses that uphold Christian values. Keep up the good work. All of your staff are exceptional. I know they are blessed to be a part of Midwest.

[@scruffy6151]

keeping one's mouth shut is hard when teaching. Talon you did a very good job you seen that your chains were in a bad spot goods eyes on the load when picking up you will learn at lot as time goes by. I like your new hat. Stay safe

[@ron827]

I am impressed with your experience, patience, gentle instructions, extremely polite demeanor with all you contact, your calming dialog with tense customers, strong safety concerns, never overly excited, always proper language and most of all your fantastic truck. Your staff and customers are lucky to have you in their lives. It has to be an honor to work with you. The combination of your talent and equipment makes all your recovers look soooooo easy but I know they aren't. Keep up the great work in the field and thanks for sharing your experiences. Good bless YOU.

[@RonPratt]

Wow, I am humbled by your comments and I thank you very much. I don't know about how much of an honor it is, but I do want our crew to have each other's backs and feel that they can depend on me to be out there with them. I have learned over the years that if I can remain calm, then most of the time others do as well. I may take things a little slower than some at times, but evaluating the job accurately yields more success and less mistakes. Thanks again so much for your kindness. God bless.

[@t.a.t.3342]

Good job Talon, you are learning fast & why one reason is for sure, you got the very best in the towing business teaching you "RON" i'v been watching lots of Ron's videos & he know's what he is doing for sure with a doubt!!!! God bless & be safe out there.

[@squishydafishy]

GJ by Talon, Good Teacher by Ron. I remember backing into my first loading dock when i was 12 and my pops "helping" me much the same way. Best way to learn is to do. Keep your chin up Talon, professional in the making.

[@eptyr12]

I love that no matter how wide the driveway is for them to turn, there is always one who will cut it short. Similar happened out on my place, the road was 50 feet at the highway, but trucks kept cutting short so we widened it to 120 feet and they STILL cut it short. The problem was solved by concreting 4 inch casing pipe on each side 120 feet apart and sure as heck, someone cut it short and got the trailer hung up on the pipe. Of course we didn't have a nice tow truck like yours, or any tow truck for that matter so the driver had to wait 4 hours for one to come from another job to fetch him off of the pipe. The trailer was pretty much a wreck though. After that day, no one cut short on the driveway ever again.

[@bryancurtislyles12]

Talon, did good. He's got a great teacher. Fun watching him move up into the company.

[@trfarmer3869]

Nice to see someone taking the time to train someone else without losing their patience & temper. Good job Talon.

[@djoanneal]

Good job, Talon! Keep learning. You have the best teacher you could have!

[@arkycadd]

Once again, Thank you from Alaska, Ron. I really enjoy the entertainment. Thank you for taking the time to edit the foul language out and asking us to pray for your customers who are having a worse day than us. I appreciate the way you ask God to bless your viewers. I know I can use all the blessing God does bestow upon me. Looking forward to your give away. You are such a great teacher, and Talon is such a fine young man. you both make a great team.

[@CrossAnchors]

Well done Ron, in not only giving Tallon the chance at the controls, but also keeping up with decent advice, and not just shouting instructions, I admire a person who will take the time to help and advise, rather than just jump in and keep control, as we say over here, Nice One!

[@michaelkoop6731]

Well done talon. U'll do great just keep practicing.

[@HiggyRSQ]

As a former driving and implement instructor for the RNZAF, I taught people to use Truck Mounted crane as well as mobile crane. You have good talents Ron. It is a paradox I used often, the slower you go the quicker you will get it done.

[@RonPratt]

A very humble, thank you sir. If you continue watching my videos, you will frequently hear me say "small moves". I don't need to explain it to you, because I know that you understand. Again, thank you and God bless.

[@HiggyRSQ]

Have watched many of your videos, although sorry I am yet to subscribe. You have a good employee in Talon and yes one day he will be good enough so that you may take that vacation you wish for. Yes we all make mistakes, I am now a trucker in New Zealand and even after all this time there is always something that catches me out. Baby steps I call them.

[@wandalbowen8101]

@@HiggyRSQ there is no fee to subscribe and it helps Ron so very much. Just press the subscribe button.

[@tinwizard6447]

You remind me of me in my working days. Even tho I owned the company I was not a terrific manager because I had to "do it myself". Another dozen or 2 projects and Talon will be ready to be cut loose. Good stuff!

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@randychandler6460]

Great thinking Talon on the Brakes being set!!! I know of a wrecker, close to me, that rolled over, due to the operator not making sure the brakes were set when he uprighted the truck. My hats off to you Mr Ron for teaching Talon! Most folks don’t get that opportunity to learn to run a rig like that. I’ve been as fortunate as Talon. A very good friend of mine owns a towing company in northeast Arkansas and he took me “under his wing” and taught me towing and recovery with stick boom and rotator. I help him on a part-time basis. Been doing it for about 6 years now. I’ve gained a great deal in that time. God Bless you and your Team! Stay Safe Brother!

[@vetterfellow]

5:25 That Hook does everything !!. Talon was sweating bullets a few times. I would have been too. Thanks Ron for censoring the cuss words fer us. I hope you get lots of work, this is pretty cool. Big wheels are rollin.

[@robertbowling8393]

Great video! Great training on Ron's part, and Talon pays attention .... willing to take advice and instruction. Great job guys.

[@juliehenry6421]

I love the way you teach - you talk them through it and make them think - your a patient man

[@raybankes7668]

When I'm doing turn-arounds i just put the lift axle up and don't let it exhaust all of my air. Its a lot of up and down that is not needed. I really enjoy your videos and approach with the public. You allow the drivers to safe face and not shame them. They feel bad enough as is.

[@dannyclm236]

Another outstanding recovery! I appreciate the words of wisdom and encouragement you gave to the driver.

[@jimhutchison3548]

A good teacher only points out things that are helpful just as you were doing ! Good job,working together is what it is all about. God Bless,,

[@johnmeeks9856]

ron,you keep being patient with this young man like you have been doing,it is going to pay off in the long run.talon has talent for such a young individual, it is just gonna take time for him to get comfortable doing everything that your job consist of (which is a hell of alot)but he has the best trainer in the country and the trainer has lots of patience.keep on doing what you are doing ron,go slow with him.you go talon!!😁

[@sneakyweaselchannel7135]

My grandpa had a wrecker service. For cars and trucks, not big rigs. I absolutely loved going on calls. The thrill of what you are walking into was the best feeling. Glad he is out there learning the trade.

[@RonPratt]

Thank you and God Bless.

[@constancemrowe]

Great job teaching Talon! Ron, I can see that you were fighting pretty hard NOT to take the controls back into your hands, LOL! Talon Great job on this lift!! God Bless ALL of your crew and Families this Mother's Day 21 weekend!

[@jonathancraggs3385]

Morning Ron, Your brilliant Master Tutor training your protege well. Well done Tanlon. Great watching both The tutor and protege working together. It would be great to see Tanlon drive the rotator truck on the way to a job as part of the training. Am a great fan watching you both work. Remain safe Ron on those busy Highways . And God bless you. Take care.

[@aengmax]

Great Video. Great job Talon. What makes a good teacher is too allow student to decide what needs to be done. To assist when needed and not to go crazy when explaining on how to do the job. Ron, great teaching. You always keep it professional.

[@RonPratt]

Thank you. I try to do the best with the gifts that I am given.

[@irishmanphill]

nice job talon, keep up the good work and training my friend

[@marciam6224]

Kudos for muting the bad language. I don't understand why people feel the need to use it. It does NOT make you look bad, tough or smart. It actually shows quite the opposite. I think a huge part of why I love your videos is because it is family friendly. God Bless You Ron & Crew!!

[@VentShop]

It's always good to learn and teach. This morning I came across a car full of teens trying to figure out how to change a tire. Sadly the jack and such included with the new vehicles are subpar at their best. I brought my pickup over with a little hydraulic floor jack and a four way and talked one of the boys through doing it all. It wasn't much and took a little of my time but it was much better than allowing someone so young to get hurt because they don't know what they are doing and possibly end up having their life change forever due to an injury. When it was all done and we shook hands and he thanked me I said it was no problem. I told him that hopefully they all learned something and he has now gained a skill that he can later on teach someone else or his own son or daughter.

[@srmixalot1764]

Great channel you are not only training Talon but you are pretty much showing us all the ropes of the job..

[@stevecantin3687]

No one can learn with someone screaming at you. Nice to see how calm and collected you are while training, very low stress. Your videos are fantastic! Can't stop watching them!

[@garybuster8624]

well done, I love to see one generation passing down useful knowledge and preparing our future business owners.

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@helgelarsen4850]

Another job well done! both of you! As you put it, Ron: It's realy hard to not interween. You can tell the hows and why's endlessly to Tallon, but for him, nothing compares to actually do both the planning and the work. Thats gaining experience! Love it!

[@ldedelman]

Great job Talon. Your greatest assets are your willingness to learn, your meekness and having a trainer that ranks right up there with the very best of them all and makes it look easy as he does it while either training or operating.

[@RonPratt]

Talon is a great young man and we work well as a team. I am blessed to have my family work with me every day. God bless.

[@patsellars5658]

Your a great trainer Ron, slow and steady not running around getting excited, good job Talon nice to see young folks following in the family business. stay safe and god bless. pat. uk.

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@charlesmiller5078]

Talon is lucky to have such a good trainer, I on the other hand had a trainer who one day, was smoking a cigarette, drinking coffee, and talking on his cell phone as we were going around a tight corner, he came 2 inches form putting us into a pole. This was my 2nd day of training many years ago. Go Talon

[@victorthompson7331]

Teaching the next generation, Talon seems to be taking it all in. He will make a few mistakes along the way, we all, I'm talking from my own experience of 70 years making mistakes, God Bless you and your family.

[@RonPratt]

We all make mistakes. Thanks and God bless.

[@atmtech72]

A job well done Talon, with the boss/ father in law over your shoulder. You are a Great mentor Ron. Some day Talon, Ron will be sitting back in his rocking chair while you run the best truck in the fleet, Learn everything Ron knows and more. Great job & god bless the Midwest Trucks family Cheers from, New South Wales, Australia.

[@sharonnowlin2297]

Talon did an excellent job, and his trainer (Ron) one of the BEST did a great job keeping his mouth shut and only gave him advise when needed!! Between watching you and Talon work together, I really enjoyed this video!!

[@nashguy207]

Ron I can tell Talon learning. He is doing just fine. I the rotater i a hole different animal than a fixed stick wrecker used to ride a lot with a buddy of mine that ran a rotater here. God bless my friend.

[@edwardreidt1230]

I know this is a older video but allowen Talon to do this and get the experience at working with the equipment and showing the young man how to be safe doing the job at hand you are a great teacher and great Father-In Law teaching him the family business great job Ron

[@juliejurgensen5423]

Dont know if you are still reading the comments I know its a year later. But once again good job and your such a patient person and great teacher. Everyone should have a boss like you. He needs alot more training. Your patience is amazing. I was setting on the edge of my set.

[@josephpolicastro3872]

Ron you are an excellent teacher you gave him just a minimal amount of pointers I must commend Talon on an excellent job and this is how guys like Talent learn and they learn from the best once again he did an excellent job and you are an excellent teacher and I am sure you will be letting him drive that truck on his own in the near future

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@terrellhale8435]

That is on very nice looking truck. Talon you can do it. I loved seeing all the. Equipment today when I was in Scott city and stopped by to say hi and thank you for the company as I drive. I can't always like and comment because I am driving.

[@billybracewell2893]

After 25 years OTR and having seen and observed recovery on many a truck go bump. AND helping out with same on fire department at home. It still unnerves me to see how you guys are willing to get so up close and personal with those cables as you do heavy lifts. I was taught in the coal mines to NEVER be within easy reach of that load bearing cable when it suddenly decides to part ways with ya. I have a steel U.S. Gov. hardhat with a crease down the right side from a cable parting on a curtis wright pan I was pulling behind a MD830 rubber tired articulated dozer. The cab stanchions saved my head! My hat's off to ya's.

[@RonPratt]

I have an inherently dangerous job, which requires me to be in, oftentimes, deadly situations. The best I can do is minimize my risk. Part of that is making certain that my equipment and all rigging components are well maintained. Another part is making certain that I know the load values on each part of the rigging and that I keep the rigging within safe WLLs (Working Load Limits). And, of course, the all important, Situational Awareness. There are many, many other things involved as well. I suppose I have become accustomed to placing myself in harm's way in order to help others. As I said, the best I can do is minimize my risk......and Pray. Thanks for watching and God bless.

[@billybracewell2893]

Yes. I DO understand. I don't think I have ever had a job that wasn't life risking in some fashion. From Military special teams to working in a supermax prison as a law enforcement officer and hand to hand combat instructor to my fellow officers just so we could come out on top. (back well before cameras and off site monitoring etc...) To street law enforcement. All the while a Volunteer EMT/Paramedic-Firefighter. Volunteer Firefighter since 10th grade. AND the topper, driving OTR truck moving nuclear munitions, ammo, explosives, liquid ethyl methyl bad stuff that nobody else would haul... you get the point. YEP. Racked up a LOT of premiums paid on that knee pad insurance policy myself. My hat is still off to ya though. And may God bless you and yours as well...

[@chainsawcabinetshop492]

Excellent training experience. Do you have a check list for Talon or other future operators to use? I'm just picking up on your comments, items like, outriggers out, tractor and trailer brakes applied, watch the load screen, keep the boom centered above the doors, etc. This also shows that with the experience that you have, you make every recovery look so easy. This shows how a trainee really has to pull from all the times that they have watched you to remember what to do. I wonder if Talon felt a little intimidated knowing that 20,000 people may watch this? He did a fine job. I've never been a recovery operator nor doubt that I ever will be I tell friends that "I'm taking an on line course to learn to be a towing and recovery operator". Your videos are better than any class room or operators manual. With the massive growth in subscribers in the last 4 months, a lot of others must agree. Keep up the good work and family friendly video's

[@THEJake829]

I feel like one of the better lessons that driver could come out of this situation with is the he isn't "better than that". I understand being confident in what you do, but I've seen guy far better than me make the most simple of mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes, you just need to learn from them so that you know better in the future. Good job on the recovery, keep up the good work.

[@jackjacke4654]

Your a good teacher Ron. If i were Talon i'd be thanking you for being very thorough as you are. Nothing better than experience. He needs to know all aspects of that truck, and work the truck as if it was his right arm.... Jack

[@RonPratt]

Thank you, we make a good team. God bless.

[@williamsavage6301]

Tallon is a lucky guy to have you as a mentor. It is important to do it right. I've worked with guys like you, in the Forest Service, but whatever it is you are doing, #1 is safety.

[@richardbrunk3368]

Good job Talon with the aid of a professional teacher...you both learned something on this pull.

[@francisbailey3831]

Must compliment Talon for doing such a perfect job. Ron you are a great teacher. I enjoy watching your video's.

[@kd5byb]

Hi Ron - teaching is never easy. You want to jump in...and it is so hard not to do so... My father always used to say that I should "give my students almost enough rope to hang themselves." This was his way of saying what you said in the video that there are lessons that you've just got to learn on your own. Thankfully, Talon in this case has you to look over his shoulder so that he can't go too far wrong...but can learn those lessons that one can only learn on their own. :) I enjoy how you keep it family friendly...how you are always 110% professional...and how you treat people with the utmost respect. Looking forward to seeing more videos - I really enjoy watching them. Thanks much and God bless you and your crew as well!

[@RonPratt]

Thank you very much. I greatly appreciate your insights and compliments. Thanks and God bless.

[@evs-if1tc]

Hi Ron, again interesting and good job done by Talon, can believe it's difficult to stay back of the learning process but the combination of less advice and Talon making his choices gave enough angle to do a good safe job avoiding any damage for the customer. And Talon can reflect on a further step being a professional in this business. Getting confidence just takes time and is a constant process with only one simple condition to stay open to learn. Good luck with the business I am looking forward to the next vids, greetings Ric (Netherlands)

[@RonPratt]

Talon does well running a straight stick. He has operated one for several years and has done quite well on his own. As I said, the rotator is a completely different animal with new dangers. He will get there. Thanks and God bless.

[@micnellemadson2480]

Im gald to see you showing talon how to run the big big trucks over on there and god bless to you and your family and friends and i will always love watching what you do every day and night and to keep

[@robertwhitford5510]

AWESOME TEACHER, AND AWESOME STUDENT, WELL DONE

[@dorothrawalker1389]

Talon going to end up a ace tow truck driver just like you Ron cause your his teacher. Now back to watching part 2 of you in cemetery. God Bless keep your wheels on the ground stay safe.

[@kountrytiger1999]

Good job Talon you are getting the hang of it.

[@Quadflash]

Talon is getting better. Looks like he needs to work on lift geometry and planning a couple moves ahead. That all comes with time and experience. -- and your patient tutoring.

[@dorothyford6616]

D Sonnen, very well said. Talon will be someone to rival Ron one day. To be an exceptional leader, one must first be an exceptional follower. I think they have all points covered!

[@claessensphilip5655]

the trainee becomes only as good as the theatcher theaches him. And that is something you do verry good sir. I was operator of big cranes and had some trainee's myself. Its sometimes hard to stay in the back and let them diside ho to take on the job and execute. greetings from Belgium

[@ericm8811]

Hey Rotator Ron thanks for another quality video!! That Trucker should watch the two bad luck at casino vids so he feels smarter! Ultra Job Talon!!!!

[@rubengamez1070]

I think that's awesome you showing him how to operate the truck passing on the knowledge is awesome God bless

[@Van-Hammer]

Wow. That was awesome! Every one of your videos leaves me feeling happy, inspired and stress free.😊

[@RonPratt]

Thank you very much. God bless.

[@douglaswsmith3433]

Talon did excellent on that trailer

[@garrykelso5642]

Good job Talon. Great teacher Mr. Ron Pratt.

[@darreng5178]

well done Talon. great job mate. Your a great teacher Ron. God Bless you guys.

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@charlesh7962]

Great for Talon, you two are a great team. Good for talon to get " hands on experience ". Just be safe!!

[@ettiennevanderwalt87]

Nice seeing Talon at the controls. you are reaching him nicely. great work Talon, enjoy and be safe 🖒

[@micnellemadson2480]

Ron you are a great person to train talon and to see that he is learning a lot from you

[@jimnull4410]

Nice job of coaching. I like the way you asked him questions instead of telling him what to do. I also like how polite you were to the driver. The angles of the lift are difficult to see if you're relatively new to lifting, I like the way you taught him to keep the lead off the hook. Also that travel feature you have on the carrier has to be a huge time saver in that you didn't have to stop and move the crane. That's pretty awesome. Good also to see he listens to you. Not once did I hear the words "I Know". Nice vid.....Write back if ya want. ..

[@RonPratt]

Thank you very much. He will get there. Thanks and God bless.

[@teglho]

Great video. I like to see young ones that want to learn! It's all about the right attitude. Just like the driver, he was sorry and we could tell he had the right attitude about the whole thing. One comment for you as a teacher is to see if you can get the trainee to verbalize his thoughts and intentions in the experience. Sometimes mistakes are made in the thinking process and then they, and you, can be aware of it before it becomes an action. Good job to all!

[@wandalbowen8101]

He did. Watch it again.

[@vickersvc]

Rome was not built in a day Talon, with the excellent tuition from Ron you will soon get on top of things, you did an awesome job Talon, i will follow your career with interest, may God be with you always.

[@calraines6931]

Well executed as usual. Good learning experience for Talon. He's doing well! Stay safe.

[@DavidSmith-vo3nd]

Thank you!! The whole time he was running that boom I was all tense hahahaha!!

[@johnwarren-649]

Ron good good job teaching talon I only wish I had a teacher that would have toke the time to teach me more tricks of the trade back year's ago I'd probably still be doing it

[@michaelderamo1115]

Ron, you have to remember that you are teaching Talon how to run that rig. It's ok to let him know the subtleties of that rig seeing as you run it more than he does.

[@jessedalton7657]

Great job teaching. Let Talon know nice work.

[@irishmanphill]

ron excellent excellent job on letting talon do the job but also jumping in as needed to help him out. very good video man. stay safe out there and watch ur six.

[@Jack61]

Great job Talon! Great instruction Ron!

[@Kickinpony66]

That driver was really beating himself up. He knew exactly when he messed up. A shiny clean truck is nice, for "shows", but a truck that's a little dirty, is a working truck. Talon did a heck of a good job! Another fine video Ron!

[@RonPratt]

Yes, the driver knew he made a mistake and he "owned" it. That is all anyone can do, because we all make mistakes. Owning your mistake and learning from it is the best possible outcome. What upsets me is when someone doesn't accept responsibility for something they did. I have videos where that has been the case and I usually keep quiet and do my job. But with this driver, it was a pleasure to help him and I can guess that he won't make that mistake again. He was already beating himself up about it. Thanks and God bless.

[@galady8632]

Great video. It was interesting seeing Talon in control and doing well. Having your expertise enabled him to learn more in that one 'live' situation than a dozen training sessions. Of course both are necessary but his confidence grew by leap & bounds on this one service call. I admire your honesty re how it is difficult to not be more involved and that you actually asked if Talon wanted your advice. And I respect Talon's response, he recognizes your expertise and he was focused on learning - not his ego - and he welcomed your input. Who knows, vacation time may be on your near future.

[@RonPratt]

This truck is very intimidating and this was still a dangerous job simply because of the weight. He also knew that this was being filmed so I'm sure that added to his nerves. He will get there. It just takes time. Vacation.....I'm ready. Thanks and God bless.

[@lockedin60]

Great Job Talon and thanks for your patience Ron. It is tough training others. I know I managed 3 Stores for RadioShack and ran their computer departments in two stores.

[@sylviagilchrist1858]

Thank you for filtering the foul language. Unfortunately there are some when upset that language comes out. Great job Talon. Great teacher Mr. Pratt.

[@jw4620]

I like it a lot when I see someone with experience passing that experience on to someone who can use it. Damn good video!

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@jimfurman3145]

What an awesome teaching lesson .... I love your videos!

[@cindykeller9668]

Very interesting. just moving the boom so little. Talon you did a great job

[@klyonsden]

Nice, professional driver that immediately greats you. Talon, a little shaky on his backing, but he gets it done and does a GREAT job of recovery! Must be a PROUD dad for sure! Very refreshing video after the last driver. As a former driver before I went to the dark side (Sergeant in a sheriff's department...lol), I had one of these myself. As you state, it happens. And, in a few more years before I retire, I probably will misjudge on my 5th wheel RV. If I do, I pray I meet a recovery driver like yall. I especially liked the phrase "git er done" haha. Wish our heavy recovery here in Houston were half the guys you two are. God bless you, Talon, and the driver....Keith

[@RonPratt]

Thank you sir. Watch your 6 and God bless.

[@Mrtubbs56]

I know how hard it is to keep shut while your training. Especially on a Tower Ladder. You just naturally want to grab the controls. lol You did a great job Talon!

[@jcartner3530]

Ron, I'm 20 minutes into this video, and have some observations. Talon isn't sure of himself, and hasn't got enough experience-hands on RESPONSIBILITY to know what to look for yet. YOU have the same problem most of us perfectionists have - we can't give up control. For starters, do both yourselves a favor and teach Talon to LEARN HOW HE LEARNS. For both of you, it will be the most direct avenue to success for both of you. DONT RUSH THE PROCESS. You always say it in your videos, now it's time to practice it. Last but not least, disengage all familiarity with Talon so nothing is overlooked. You are a GREAT TEACHER. Give me 2 more weeks with these videos and I could make you proud!! Teach Talon the thought process and why. The ultimate answer is to keep him safe while operating the equipment, and more importantly to keep from damaging the customer property. Good luck to you both, and I'll say a prayer for you both to stay safe and succeed from this point forward. Edit Final 10 minutes viewed..... I'll bet my last dime Talon is a cerebral learner right now. It shows in what he's paying attention to in the video. His face is down more than it should. Ok Ron! Time to teach this boy how to learn with his eyes and ears. Teach him how and why you are CONSTANTLY scanning the playing field. And teach him what the playing field is. PERFECTIONIST OFF. Sorry Ron and Talon. It's just that watching you two work together brings back memories of when I started working (learning) and when I got proficient at my job that I went from being Talon to being Ron. My heart goes out to both of you!! Be safe. Be strong. Be sure.

[@melaniehefner1098]

Thank you for editing . I like to watch your work.

[@randyrudder2451]

Talon coming on along with you having patience and experience to put in his training. Good job Talon keep it up learn all you can pay close attention to Ron so he can get some time off with the better half.

[@RonPratt]

He is doing quite well. Thanks and God bless.

[@EdwardSimpson159]

Good job Talon. And good coaching Ron. Hopefully soon, you'll be able to have "time off".

[@kevinshort4098]

Nice job Talon, keep up the good work and training my friend. Your a great trainer Ron.

[@RonPratt]

Thanks and God bless.

[@drewhall4553]

Another good video Ron. Surprised for using the boom you didn't automatically put the outriggers out. Maybe not always needed but I would use them any time I was using that boom extended just in case.

[@brianfoley4519]

good work, very complex machine, keep on trucking talon

[@sebofo]

One of the best qualities of a teacher is knowing one's own weaknesses... like a tendency to instruct when not needed ;-) I often have to shut my mouth to avoid doing that....

[@RonPratt]

Yeah, I recognize it, but I'm struggling to keep my mouth shut. I am so used to doing a job by myself that it is also difficult to let go of the reigns.

[@gnatshop]

Big Kudos to Talon and to his Father for teaching him a future vocation !!

[@MorganDelvanna]

I love that you say "I'll do the rigging" like you don't do a lot of it normally

[@claytonabare1551]

Tallon did an awesome job you did an awesome job helping him and trying not to help him with the truck

[@anthonyrobertson1787]

Awsome job Talon 🖒 down the road i can see you being one of there best drivers/operators

[@veulmet]

Talon I've only watched these videos for a few weeks now and I am impressed how much you are catching on to this line of work, I can see it's not as easy as it looks.....

[@RonPratt]

He views the channel as well and I am certain will appreciate your kind comments. God bless.