When I first picked up the Courant Koala saddle, I was struck by its lightweight design and simple, sturdy construction. It’s easy to adjust and has a clean, streamlined feel – perfect for someone who doesn’t want to fuss with [...]

Tom Langan’s worn just about every kind of helmet that’s been near a chipper. A couple of Kasks, a few other brands, even some older lids that rattled around in the back of the truck. So when he unboxes the [...]

If you’re looking to save your strength and move smoother on your next climb, Dekota Wall wants you to know how the Petzl Knee Loop can do that for you. Wall, a climber for Arbor Tech, a [...]

  Chris Pitts, a field arborist with Lovering Tree Care based in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, and our reviewer this month, has been climbing, rigging and working with cranes for nine years. Pitts relates, “I’ve seen our industry evolve [...]

Battery-powered gear is evolving fast in the tree care industry, and Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel (trademarked FUEL) Telescoping Pole Saw has shown some clear innovations. From the very first cut, it’s obvious this saw was designed with working arborists in [...]