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Product Review

  • Zoleo
    July 1, 2025

    No Bars? No Problem. Zoleo Satellite Communicator Keeps Crews Connected

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    In the tree care industry, communication is more than just convenience – it’s a safety essential. That’s why arborists Charlie White, CTSP, QT (TCIA Qualified Trainer), and Angel Arroyo, both with Northern Tree Service, a 48-year TCIA member company based [...]

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  • DMM Kinisi Max Climbing Saddle
    June 1, 2025

    The DMM Kinisi Max Climbing Saddle

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    TCI Magazine corralled the climbing arborists of Girard Tree Service, a 17-year TCIA member company based in Gilmanton, New Hampshire, to test drive and review the DMM Kinisi Max climbing saddle. They shared their initial impressions and experiences [...]

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  • DTX Shoulder Shot Tree Toppler
    February 12, 2025

    Aiming High: Does the DTX Shoulder Shot Tree Toppler Hit the Mark?

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    Jamie Chambrelli prepares to launch a throwline with the DTX Shoulder Shot Tree Toppler, a new throwline launching tool from DTX Tooling LLC. TCIA staff photo. In the world of tree care, tools that save time and energy [...]

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  • Brush Buddy
    December 1, 2024

    Brush Buddy Pro Push Paddle for Chippers

    By Tchukki Andersen, BCMA, CTSP

    TCI Magazine regularly highlights the tools and products shaping the tree care industry. This month, we traveled to Stanley Tree Service, an accredited, 35-year TCIA member company based in Smithfield, Rhode Island, to meet with Jeff Seith and Jim Insana, [...]

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  • The TreeRaptor being adjusted for fit by Rooted Arbor Care's Mateusz Branakowski.
    November 12, 2024

    Sizing Up the Edelrid TreeRex and TreeRaptor Saddles

    By Andrew Jones, CTSP

    Climbing is central to both my professional life and my mental well-being. Given its importance, I am constantly on the lookout for exceptional gear that enhances performance and supports a long, comfortable climbing career. The author sporting the TreeRex, [...]

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