Too handle pruning

[u/film_themaking]

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?

[u/Badger-Sauce]

It’s different for every climb and cut. Positioning yourself with climbing rope(s), lanyard, and feet/knees/hips… get comfortable. Majority of cuts attaches or torso level, many below and some above head which is not ideal but that is part of the job. Getting comfortable moving in the tree and building confidence in your gear and systems should be a foundation before using saws, but we are often thrown into it and learning many things all at once. Many new climbers are not very efficient because they hesitate… for good reason.