Jan 18, 2007 · I personally prefer pole spikes for most tree work. They are much easier to stand in, and easier on the legs because there is less leverage with shorter spikes. If you are …

Oct 19, 2019 · I'm thinking of getting an inexpensive climbing set to see if it gives me the willies. I've seen climbing spikes with one or two spikes per leg. Is one better than the other? Joe

Jul 16, 2006 · Apologies up front if my terminology is wrong as I've never done climbing before. My neighbor lent me his old spiked climbers, and since I had no other equipment at all I …

Jul 11, 2008 · If you're pruning, it is NOT recommended to use spikes, too much damage to the tree, debated ad nauseum on other forums. Get your climbing rope set nice and high and you …

Aug 15, 2023 · Hello everyone. I’m new to tree climbing and am looking for a good pair of boots for climbing spikes. I’ve got wide feet-2E, and I’m a larger guy at about 255lbs. I’m looking for …

Aug 15, 2002 · $99.99 Tree Climbing Spikes Set,Adjustable Tree Climbing Gear with Straps and Spike Protectors, 350lbs Load Capacity, Green, Classic Style, Tree Climbing Gear Kit for …

Apr 4, 2008 · You will need to get tree gaffs, they are about 3" opposed to the 1 1/2 on your poles spikes. This will get you through the bark and into some solid wood. The pole gaffs are shorter …

Feb 23, 2009 · I just purchased a pair of climbing spikes on ebay and I cant figure how the bottom straps go. I cant get them around my leg so I have been putting them around my foot parallel …

May 15, 2018 · Hello everyone! So i plan on leaving the ground soon and start climbing with gaffs (oldschool i guess). My question is Pole or Tree Gaffs. I work in Northern New Jersey and …

Oct 8, 2003 · The photos below show how I now climb palms without using spikes if the trunk is pristine. On old palms that have been spiked dozens or hundreds of times, I still use spikes, …