Pruning Techniques: Using the Flexure of the Pole Saw - Prune Like a Pro

Gary explains proper technique of using a pole saw with four or more extensions. Using the flexure of the saw to add power to the cutting stroke reduces fatigue on the arborist.

[@JesseLockeHere2Do]

This is the reason I keep looking through about a dozen videos until I found this one. Expert advice.

[@timbrown9305]

I LOVE people who really know what they are doing. This guy almost looks relaxed while he does this.

[@MrJoeyelias]

This is the best Pole saw technique video. Very professional.

[@hjoe4473]

Thank you for your clear and precise instructions on using this technique. You also gave us the reason for using this technique. Well done.

[@racebiketuner]

Very good point about periodically relaxing the grip. It makes a huge difference on big jobs.

[@Lou_Mansfield]

This is great advice. Not many other videos explain this

[@thechef33]

Damn…been using it wrong all this time. No wonder it was kicking my ass. Thanks so much for this video.

[@davidk3177]

Thank you so much. I found this very helpful. I can trim twice as long at least now.

[@vinnybauer4205]

Greetings,
Great presentation. Now, I will be able to explain it to my nephew...he was doing the cutting for us. Additionally, Purchased a new Fiskar Pole Saw at Costco, only $65...much better than my 35 year old saw.
Thanks again
Vinny Bauer

[@tommywallbanger]

Helpful video. I am buying a pole saw and this is good to know from the start all the little pro tricks of the trade.

[@JaronPope]

Thank you brother! Will be trying the techniques tomorrow!

[@Hithere-ek4qt]

Thanks for not putting some irritating music behind your narration.
Now we can hear what you’re saying without any juvenile distractions that are on most TH-cam videos.

[@racebiketuner]

Yup!

[@obfuscated3090]

Excellent explanation.

[@reichskebab1057]

OMG this is some amazing skill needed here.

[@autorepairandmore3842]

Smart stuff man i will be thinking like this when doing my trimming great video by the way. Keep up the good work

[@jimbuchanan5174]

Thank you. Just purchased a twenty foot saw. Needed some guidance. Arrives tomorrow

[@edwardfarmer4230]

Thank you, very concise , but important information .

[@draudes657]

Thank you for the advice.
I didn't imagine such a long pole of the saw. I was thinking about climbing on a ladder at 7 metres, then use a pole saw, thinking of a parallelogram to achieve pressure on the teeth at variable distance (a sliding tube on the secondary pole).
Now I have to find a 10 metres pole for the saw, it is better from the ground (safety and stability to assure forces). And get another saw if mine doesn't have the stopper nose at its tip.
I was thinking also about an electric sabre-saw, but how to create the pressure on the teeth?

[@generic1980]

Thank you for. Great tips on mastering pruning

[@derpherpp]

Good tips, they don't have any instructions how to use pole saw on any of the packaging. I wore myself out and it jumping everywhere

[@KwokKaySzeto]

Great tips!

[@rhmayer1]

Very nice explanation, Gary. Using the rhythm of the flexure-bounce and keeping the tight grip only at the key cutting moment reminded me immediately of my aikido training: using the opponent's energy (the inward flexure-bounce) and remaining soft and relaxed except for the instants/moments of focused power (only momentary tight grip on the pole) to save your energy and strength so you can still be effective against multiple attackers (so you can go on to cut all those other branches that next need to be cut). I see aikido in everything, because the basic principles apply to just about everything in life. This was a fun and excellent example! (And taught me well. Now I have some good expertise in tree trimming!)

[@rumpstatefiasco]

EXCELLENT Pro Tip!

[@chrischarge3129]

Great technic!

[@laneman8777]

Thank you, liked and subscribed. I noticed a Fanno brand on your pole head. I looked at their web site and don't see the yellow pole you use. What brand is the pole in your video?

[@shekharmoona544]

I am using a Fisker saw. That thing is good for thicker branches.

[@fludrbywest3886]

❤ thanks for sharing awesome video❤

[@dsb227]

Thank you!

[@pozionmynd]

nice thanks!

[@amck72]

Is that the Jameson brand pole kit you used ?

[@sojourner99]

I didnt hear but did he say what brand/type of pole saw he has? Or does anyone know?

[@mariavillegas403]

What is the purpose of the string??

[@cindyperez5142]

How. Long is that pole

[@blueridgedsia]

How do you avoid pinching the blade on thick branches of maple for example?

[@racebiketuner]

The geometry of the saw teeth is the most important factor. The difference in cutting between a cheap-o pole saw and Notch brand with Hayauchi blade is huge.

[@AllTheCoolNamesAreTaken84]

Wow, you have a long pole!

[@johnnysidayon8435]

Hm is this still available

[@BrianJohnson-eu2on]

Are you saying. Pole or Pull.

[@f1fanatic80]

Sound advice, it applies to all poles... don’t choke the pole people...

[@lijie6431]

Choke 🐔

[@c.torino2479]

Good video. Common sense ain’t so common.

[@twinkie3793]

I have a 30ft pole saw and i cant even lift it over my head

[@alsnow1049]

when you get paid to flex 😄

[@yeezusybarra]

All i have to say you better have strong arm's & hell of neck strength lmao.

[@robertburkhardt9723]

Took down a China berry today with a bad lean starting from the top with an 18 ft pole and working down. You're spot on with the neck strength, haha. I think it was hurting well before anything else

[@yeezusybarra]

@@robertburkhardt9723 yeah it's not joke haha

[@kg4021]

Yes my neck hurts after about an hour of cutting branches.

[@studiozoo4022]

how do you undercut with a pull saw?

[@lijie6431]

Not possible

[@fleapharmd9462]

Dang that's a long pole!!!