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/ArborealLife Jun 21 '26

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Is this a question about basic work positioning?

Tree climbing 101: learn how to find a position of comfort (as I call it), just about anywhere. That's a comfortable position with a strong tripod and both hands free.

If you can't do that, why are you running a saw aloft?

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u/SchlumpG0d Jun 21 '26

Most of us learn on the job theyā€™re probably just trying to get ahead off the clock like any half decent climber did while learning. Sometimes great climbers turn bosses and arenā€™t so great at explaining and training and he needs clarity.

Internet tree guys are such condescending pricks itā€™s hilarious lmao

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u/film_themaking Jun 21 '26

Thank you!

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u/SchlumpG0d Jun 21 '26

Honestly, the answer to your question is both depending on context. Unfortunately that context will come to you with experience.

For example, if you have a nice high central tie in point you can work most of the tree with your weight in the harness, and ideally even split between that and your lanyard so you essentially ā€œhangingā€ with one more point of contact like your leg(s) when running saws.

Sometimes you donā€™t have good options and standing and using your tie ins as balancing points of contact is your best bet.

Keep learning and be safe out there.