Kiwi climbers to set up European TCC Masters Challenge
Richard Tregoweth, Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Kiwi climbers Scott Forrest and James Kilpatrick are to set up the Masters' tree for ..
Plug almost pulled on Brass Monkey Arborday Arborcamp
Richard Tregoweth, Monday, May 31, 2010
Jerry Lynch had a few anxious moments over the weekend as Otago was deluged with rain. First indications suggested the Brass Monkey Arborday Arborcamp, scheduled for Queens Birthday weekend would be cancelled. However, Jerry visited the Mt Stuart site this morning and has advised Treetools the ..
Auckland climbers to the Brass Monkey Arborcamp
Richard Tregoweth, Friday, May 28, 2010
Drew Bristow and arborist brothers Johno and Matt Smith are the Auckland climbers planning to drive 1500 kms to Jerry Lynch's Brass Monkey Arborcamp - these guys are certified legends! - As is everyone else who turns up to the Brass Monkey Arborcamp!
More 'pulley porn' from DMM and the Treemagineers
Richard Tregoweth, Thursday, May 27, 2010
Treetools blogged about the new DMM Impact Blocks earlier in the week and this has attracted plenty of attention - 'anonymous' described the new Impact Blocks as 'pulley porn'… and he could be right!
DMM and the Treemagineers have certainly been busy producing some very exciting new gearfor 2010. Another ..Road trip from Auckland planned for brass monkey arborcamp
Richard Tregoweth, Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Rumor has it, a couple of Auckland climbers are planning a road trip to Jerry Lynch's Brass Monkey Arbor Day Arborcamp in Otago over the weekend of 5-6June - now that's dedication! ..
Stein to launch chainsaw protective boot range
Richard Tregoweth, Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Stein Safety plan to launch a range of chainsaw protective boots. As with all things Stein, the design team have listened to what arborists have to say about working boots.
The Stein Explorer, Discovery and Quest GTX all sport rubber toecap protection (over the steel toecap) which is missing on some ..
Big impact expected from DMM
Richard Tregoweth, Monday, May 24, 2010
The high quality, aluminum Arborist Block market has been dominated by ISC for the last few years. Now DMM Wales are about the make a big impact with their new Impact Blocks
Chainsaw protection trousers debate
Richard Tregoweth, Monday, May 24, 2010
When not talking about tree climbing at the recent ISAAC Conference in Adelaide the discussion invariably drifted towards chainsaw protection; the various trouser options available, Type A or Type C, weight, temperature control, style, cut and which pair were the best to invest in for Australian (and New Zealand) conditions.
..Another excellent Open Masters Challenge!
Richard Tregoweth, Saturday, May 22, 2010
Thanks to Matt Glen for his work in setting up and promoting the Open Masters Challenge Series. These events not only provide a fantastic opportunity for climbers to hone their skills but it also helps develop judges and technicians in a competitive (but not too serious) environment. We are certain ..
Open Masters Challenge still on for Saturday
Richard Tregoweth, Friday, May 21, 2010
The weather this morning did not look very promising but it is supposed to fine up by tomorrow. At this point Matt Glen says the Open Masters Challenge and SRT Speed Climb in Cornwall Park are still ..
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- Auckland climbers to the Brass Monkey Arborcamp
- More 'pulley porn' from DMM and the Treemagineers
- Road trip from Auckland planned for brass monkey arborcamp
- Stein to launch chainsaw protective boot range
- Big impact expected from DMM
- Chainsaw protection trousers debate
- Another excellent Open Masters Challenge!
- Open Masters Challenge still on for Saturday
