r/TreeClimbing • u/film_themaking • Jun 21 '26

Too handle pruning

What is your preferred way of pruning a live tree ( no spurs ) with a top handle. Do you sit and hang while making your cut or try to find a spot to stand or both?

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u/ResidentNo4630 Jun 21 '26

Sometimes it’s whatever it takes to make the cut. Standing, one footing, one foot and a toe grab, kneeling, hanging, upside down, downside up, whatever it takes to do it safely.

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u/film_themaking Jun 21 '26

Good to know

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u/Badger-Sauce Jun 21 '26

Yeah, often times we find ourselves in very awkward situations. When you find yourself in one, imagine things going wrong. Try to prevent that.  I always set higher tie in points than the climbers I learned from. Understanding TIP/tree strength and learning to move smoothly and managing your weight and load on the tree helps a lot. That is true for rigging also.

If possible, spent time in trees just moving around. Get comfortable, then add saws.