Fiskars Hookaroon XA22 28 Inch: First use & review - Kubota Compact Tractor
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- First use and review of the Fiskars Hookaroon XA22 28 Inch.
Activities and techniques on this channel apply to the B Series of Kubota tractors: B2601, B2301, B2401, B2650. Most may also apply to the BX series and LX series such as the LX2610.
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Fiskars Hookaroon XA22 28 Inch: First use & review - Kubota Compact Tractor
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Hi David! That hookaroon is a real time (and back) saver. I’m surprised you didn’t try to out fling Gary and his hookaroon toss. LOL! Sure hope your back gets better! I can relate. I injured my back when I was 16 years old and it has never fully forgiven me for it. Thanks for sharing!
Hey Martin! LOL I don't think I could have topped Gary's performance. :) Yes sir, I'm really liking the hookaroon so far and it really does save the back. My back's not going to get better after decades of use and abuse but I'm trying to keep from making it worse! Thanks for watching, my friend! :)
One of the first things that I learned when using my hookaroon was what a nice day it was for a walk.
LOL that's very subtle, Gary! :)
Heck yeah. Gotta work smarter when the body isn't 20 anymore! 💪
Yes sir! You got that right! Thanks for watching, folks!
Really well-made video. I throw my back out every couple of years too. 😂 Too much showing off when I worked in precast concrete when I was young.
Yep, I hurt my back the first time back in the 70's doing some "Midsouth Wrestling" moves. LOL Then a few more times in the army. Hey thanks for checking out my channel and your kind words. I really appreciate it! - David
Big tool rack is awesome. Love anything that saves the back.
Oh yeah. I still have a few tools I'm researching to make working with wood easier with a bad back. Thanks for watching, Scott!
I have the exact Fiskars. They are great. Won't go to the woods with out one. One tip I learned to get it out is too rotate the tool all the way down towards to log and it will pull the hook out with out it fighting you. Good stuff. Nebraska WoodSTR
Good tip! Yeah it takes a couple of tries to get the feel for it. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!
Great tool. Don’t go into the bush without it. Great for skidding heavy rounds, lifting them and great around the wood splitter. Enjoy and keep exercising and moving so the old bones don’t get creaky. Nazdravja!
Good demonstration of your new tool. Looks like a back saver to me 👍
It is! I couldn't get over how light weight it is also. Thanks for watching, Dave!
Shoot that BigToolRack is like having a couch out in the woods to sit on! Pretty awsome!
Bummer about the back issues!
Im sold on it! Great vid!
Thank you for posting and have a great week!
Thank you, Derk! I'm getting a lot of use out of the BTR for sure! I appreciate you watching. You have a great week, too my friend :)
I just got myself a Fiskars hookaroon and oh my goodness I wish I had this thing years ago
Wow - awesome
Thanks for watching, Dave!
You will fall in love with that tool David. Almost Ben Kennedyed, Lol
I already have, Gary! Jamie, my boy, loves it too. I think I found a way to get more work out of him. LOL Thanks for watching, buddy!
Nice tool! That should help you a lot! Shew everyone picking at me for falling 🤣! Take care!
Ben! Sorry man, it just slipped out. I have to blame Logan for putting it in my mind! LOL Thanks for watching and for being a good sport! :) Have a great day, buddy!
Seems like a nice handy tool! Now I just need the tractor so I can bring the bench up to myself too, lol.
LOL it's a neat little feature, 'eh? Thanks for watching, I appreciate it :) - David
Great video David . Very nice piece of equipment to help you continue doing what you like .
Thank you, Del! Yes sir, it's working out great! :) Thanks for watching, bud!
Yeah I need one of those! :) Nice job David! Quality video as always sir.
Thank you, Kyle. I appreciate you watching. :)
Hey! That is going to be in my future. I do have back issues as well, especially from moving pig and chicken feed, so I will be picking up one of these before the spring. Thanks for the review, and glad it's saving your back. Glad you didn't fall there :) up here hoping to get rid of our snow!
Thank you, Ross! My wife asked me why I didn't just move the timberjack. My only defense was that I was filming and just didn't think about it. LOL You'll love this hookaroon. I really does do the job. Thanks for watching, my friend!
@@PaleHorseOutdoors I didn't want you to trip.. but... I kinda wanted you to trip! Haha. I wanted to see the knee pad come into action ! Take care my friend. :) Love your videos.
@@RossOnTheLand LOL I totally understand that! That knee pad has made work so much better for the last couple of years. I got it originally to wear when setting up/tearing down the RV at a campsite. If I remember to put it on, I wear it all day. Sometimes I forget to take it off - wore it to dinner once. LOL
That's a Sweet tool David👍Back pain is not fun. I find that walking has helped a lot for my back issues. Start using those trails for walking. Thanks for the video😁👍🚜💨💡
Thank you, Mitch! I walk as often as I can but much more when it's warm and dry. Getting old sucks, young man! :) Thanks again, my friend!
Nicely done, David. I think I’m sold already! I’m sure using that will it become second nature quickly.
Thank you, Ed! Yes it has! I'm finding other uses for it outside of the wood yard. It makes a good "cougar stick" also when walking the trails. LOL Thanks for watching, my friend.
Love the determination. Don't let anything stop you from doing the things you love! That hook seemed to work really well for you.
Thank you, Justin! It was a little hard to remove at first, but it does work really well! Thanks for watching :)
Great hookaron overview I have issues with my back as well, had to give up the wood stove years ago to much for me too handle
Thank you, Dana! I'm going to keep at it as long as I can and Jamie's getting old enough to help out more around here. I really enjoy working the forests and making firewood! Thanks again, my friend :)
I love your determination David, we feel so helpless when our back goes out, $50 is cheap if it makes doing our work easier 👍🏻. I agree, the Gary pickaroon toss was Funnnyyyy. Have a great day David 🙂🙋🏼♂️👍🏻
Thank you sir! Agreed - small price to pay when it helps the work and saves the back! I appreciate you watching, Luc and have a great day! :)
Big Tool Rack... It really does look perfectly sized for your tractor. And your hookaroon works a million times better than my cheap imitation. Ben Kennedy'ed! LOL We have a new verb to use when someone falls down! It's catching on! Great video. You're doing an awesome job!
P.S. Thanks for the channel plug!
Thank you, bud! I hope Ben doesn't feel too picked on. The BTR is really starting to prove its worth around here. I really do like it a lot. Thanks again, Logan! :)
Have one and love it. Most times wished I had 2. The bite these have are crazy and what I've found is you don't have to sink the hook very deep to lift logs and makes pulling out much easier. My day job is in sports medicine and Dr telling you not to lift over 10 lbs is a generic answer. Please go to physical therapy where they can identify and treat the problem and fix the weak links of why this is happening. At the very least, strengthen core and use good techniques.
Thank you for the tip and advice! I've been doing PT at the VA and while I was still in the Army. I've had several back injuries in my life plus some spinal alignment issues from birth. I'm getting old! LOL Thanks again, I really appreciate it. :) - David
Thanks for the review. That looks like a great tool.
For any kind of work like that, try a motorcycle kidney belt around your waist. They are usually elastic and fasten with velcro. Pull it as tight as possible and it really supports your back.
Man, back issues are just brutal. It’s good to see your finding ways to adapt and keep moving! The hookaroon did a fine job! Great video!
Thank you, Lucas! I appreciate you watching, my friend. Have a great day!
Good morning David, it’s like adding a handle to every log! Fortunately for me I don’t do any firewood at least as of now. It’s tough to find the time in the day as it is! Love the btr too! I fully agree with you that the right tool for the job is worth it’s weight in gold !
Good morning! Yes that's very true. I'm pretty new to firewood other than burning it, LOL. I enjoy the time out in the yard quite a bit. I just wish it didn't hurt so much to do! LOL Thanks for watching, my friend!
Good evening Sir, pratice make perfect 👍😉👌 You are doing very well Sir and yes that rear tool rack is handy for sure ( tractor teck and Fabbed fun are OUTSTANDING Gentlemen's 👍😉👌 Cheers 🍻
Thank you, Dave! :) Yes, I agree both great guys and great channels :)
@@PaleHorseOutdoors and you are one too Outstanding channel CHeers 🍻👌👍
Came over to your channel from Joey at My Slice Of Heaven. i've been thinking about adding one of these to my tool shed, for use at my other property.
Thanks for the sub! Joey's a great guy and has a wonderful community. I appreciate you stopping by. I'll see you on your channel in the coming days. Have a good one! :) - David
Nice job David and that work bench also makes a nice seat when taking a break. Great working tool also. Take care and stay safe my friend. Even when the body says no, where there's a will, there's a way.
Absolutely there is, Mike! Yes sir, I'm really happy with the BTR - it's really starting to help me get more things done with less back-breaking effort. Enjoy the rest of the week and take care, buddy! :)
I hear what you say. We have to find ways to keep moving!
You got that right, Tom! I appreciate you watching, buddy! Have a good one :)
Great review David, I ordered a fiskars pickaroon this morning. Paid 39.00 from ebay. Couldn't find any local. Suppose to be here next week. I also have a bad back, and bending over kills me and makes me sore.
Hey Joey, thank you bud! I feel your pain, man. Anything that helps save the back is a good investment. I really like how light-weight this tool is, too! Thanks for watching and have a great day!
You're selling it pretty good David. I don't even do much firewood work but I've had years of back issues so it looks pretty dang enticing to me! 👍😎👍
It does a really good job for what it is and saves the back! If you do start processing wood more I highly recommend you getting one! Thanks for watching, Chris! :)
How's she goin'? The pic-a-roon is a great tool. I made one too and used to use it all the time, but I, like you, have issues with my back and so I have the young folk do my wood now!!! Pretty lucky eh!!! A physiotherapist told me one time, a back is marvelous thing and will put up with a lot and not give you a bit of stiffness or soreness, then one day it'll say, to heck with you, and give up. Then you can't bend over, twist or even cough without being in pain. It sure cripples you eh!!! Thanks for the video and take care!!!
Hi Mike! I've been plagued with back issues for a couple of decades now and I deal with it the best I can. The Kubota and that grapple, timberjacks and pickaroons should help out a lot. I'd love to have a bucking table or processor like Ben's DIY setup on K&H Tractors. You're right, a bad back will let you get along until it calls it quits! I appreciate you watching, buddy! Cheers!
David, I feel you pain. 2 back surgeries and one more in the near future :-(
The hookaroon looks like a great way to avoid bending over to handle wood. I am ordering one today.
Oh man, I'm sorry you're feeling that pain. Back issues are no joke and they can really disrupt your life. I hope the hookaroon works well for you! Take care and have a great weekend! :)
I have an OLD one, its gotta be first generation, I mean, its old. Wooden handle. I tried it a time or two but it hangs on the wall in the shed mostly because it seemed to have a liking for my shin. And I can't afford to keep patching the holes in my pants. My leg's ok, it heals up by itself after it quits leaking, but dang... britches are expensive these days !! LOL Btw...another good video David....don't pay attention to my sick humor. LOL
LOL Wendell! I look forward to your sick humor :) I've gotten pretty good with it and haven't sliced my shin open yet! Thank you for watching, my friend. I really appreciate it! Cheers!
Well done David, work smarter not harder. With my back issues I'll have to look into that pickaron as well. Looks like its worth every penney. Take care and hope your back starts feeling better.
Thank you, Kyle! I wish it could feel better but I'm already doing everything the doctors have suggested over the last 20 years. It's old man, Army back. LOL I appreciate it, buddy! :)
Great video David. My brother has a shorter Fiskars and the hook design they have is about the best to pick up wood. Better than the straight picks like some other brands have imo. You’ll also love it to pull wood out of long trailers and beds. Looks like you found a great new woodyard companion.
Thank you, Case! Agreed. It's already helped so much that I can't imagine working with firewood without it. I appreciate you watching! Have a great day! :)
Those are nice pickaroons! Try pushing the handle forward instead of pulling back when you set a round down. It will release the round easier. Thanks for sharing 👍🏻
Thanks for the tip! The hook on this tool grabs really well! Thanks for watching, Todd!
We are always looking for ways to make things easier as dad has a permanent back injury too. The hookaroon did a good job, it did not seem like a quick process but it is better than not being able to do it. When you cut your rounds do you lift the log with the grapple to put them at a better height?
Hey Joseph! I've used the grapple to lift them, but I'm looking for other ways that doesn't involve using the tractor as much. I'll probably be testing new tools and techniques all summer! Thanks for watching, my friend! :)
I have a LogRite hookaroon and use it. I bought dad the Fiskars like yours. You seem to be struggling removing the hook. Instead of pulling the handle away from the log, try pushing it towards the log. When you are pulling you are setting the hook into the log. But if you push it towards the log, you will release the hook. Let me know if that helps.
Hey Bob! Yes sir, that technique does work. It takes just a couple of tries to figure it out. I'm going to see if not sinking the hook so deep works, too! Thanks for watching, my friend! :)
I have a pickaroon but it’s over 100 years old and made but a forge smith......it’s a bit different than your but the principal is the same.....CHEERS
They're really great tools, aren't they Gator! I appreciate you taking a watch. Have a great day and stay warm, buddy!
Push the handle towards the log to take it out
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Thanks for coming and it's nice to meet you, Angel. You have a great week also :) - David
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Sure. You get that tab after 500 subs.
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I have the same one, same model. Presently, you are just starting to use it and are inexperienced. Soon you will learn you do not have to jam it in the end of the log so hard, then when you go to drop the wood into your carrier, just a good shake should make it drop off. Just takes a little time to get the experience necessary to be very quick and timely with it. My back is not too bad at 74 yoa but I figured a few years back why am I having to bend over all the time, and a pickaroon solved this problem. One hour of use and I figured it paid for itself! No more aching back, so no excuse not to continue working! HA HA
Enjoyed watching the video David, our friend Tim from BigToolRack recommended we check it out. We used to do tree work with a similar picaroon until we invented the LogOX Hauler, to lift log rounds and feed a log splitter without bending over and straining our backs. In fact, it's been scientifically proven to reduce back strain by up to 93%. We then added a handle extension and t-bar to replace our old cant hook and timberjack with one modular and portable multiuse tool. Check out this video of it, I think you'd find it useful th-cam.com/video/yeD3q-AxT3I/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for showing me this. Your tool looks like it could help us old folks with "Army" back to work better with firewood. I appreciate you watching my video! I'll look into the LogOx system as well. I'm always looking for the best tools for the job!
I’ve seen Gord demonstrate the LogOx. Looks very useful!
@@PaleHorseOutdoors as someone who also has a back that didn't benefit from years of jumping out of planes and carrying heavy rucksacks around while in the Army, I can attest first hand that it does!
@@MyClutteredGarage that's a great channel, we've really enjoyed watching him work with the LogOX in a lot of videos.
Fiskers hookaroon is absolutely junk use them for a bit and u will find out the tips break off. And good luck getting ahold of customer service the are almost impossible to get ahold of them.