May we take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year and we look forward to continuing business with you in 2021.

Please be advised that our last day for sending next working day items by courier will be Tuesday 22rd December for delivery on Wednesday 23rd. If goods are not dispatched on the 24th, they will be held and dispatched on our return in the new year, 4th January 2021.

Our last working day before Christmas will be Thursday 24th December.

We will be closed over the holiday period but will re-open on Monday 4th January.

Christmas Period Opening Times 2020/21

 Yours sincerely,

All the staff at life-gear.com

The Bear Valley EXO Ranger breathable mesh vented shirt is designed to keep workers cooler in the sun  💪  

Designed for arborists, site workers, and anyone working outdoors the extra strong stitching helps withstand more abuse from physical work.

The ranger boasts ergonomic comfort and performance whilst at work.  

Breathable Vents ☑️ 

Snug Fit ☑️  

Long Torso ☑️

Longer torso length to allow for the user to stretch without the shirt becoming untucked 

Breathable mesh vents along the whole side of the user 

Extra strong stitching to withstand more abuse from physical work 

3 Material blend for maximum comfort, stretch and moisture control 

Tight to the body, neck and arms to help reduce the ingress of foliage/tree waste and reduce snagging. 

Visit our Bristol depot to try it for yourself or BUY ONLINE today ! 

Any order at Life-Gear.com gets you 1x Free T-Shirt, at the checkout be sure to submit the relevant discount code for yours today!

For the SAWS T-Shirt enter: 

• SAWS-S
• SAWS-M
• SAWS-L
• SAWS-XL

For the Green Union Jack T-Shirt enter:

• TF-S
• TF-M
• TF-L
• TF-XL

Securing the ASCENTREE with the ZIGZAG - Technique for access and work on a single rope 

There are many access techniques suitable for different work objectives in the tree. The access technique includes a choice of rope installation, and the ascent technique itself. Two precautions are recommended during access. When ascending using a frame-loaded rope clamp, the user must not fall if one or both of the cams on the rope clamp should open. The cams should be backed up, for example, by friction hitches. The user must be able to descend in an emergency, without significant change to the equipment setup. 

Arriving at the top, the ZIGZAG is on the splice side, ready to be set up for the normal work configuration. 

                                                  Access                                     Work

• Uses little equipment. 
• The work rope is not carried by the arborist while climbing. 
• The rope length, required for the work phase and the descent, is verified during access setup. 
• The rope joining knots, placed at the top, ensure no knot passing in case of emergency descent, or rescue. 
• The choice of EXPRESS sling allows the ergonomics to be adjusted for the ascent. 
• Work is not possible during the access phase. 
• Without an access rope left in place during the work phase, the possibilities of aid or rescue by the ground person are reduced 

Precautions 

The ZIGZAG must be installed on the blocked rope strand. 
 
The quick link on the ASCENTREE must be tightened with a wrench. 
 
The knots must be moved up as close as possible to the branch for the strand to be correctly blocked. 

Remarks on the ZIGZAG backup 

- If the cam on the blocked strand opens, the ZIGZAG works normally in double mode 
 
- If the cam on the other strand opens, the climber is held by the cam on the blocked strand (the rope must be tightened around the branch) 
 
- Warning: if both cams open simultaneously, the arborist will be hanging from the ZIGZAG in single mode. This situation is acceptable in this special case, on the condition that the arborist dœs not move. It is recommended to quickly make a backup knot on the rope, below the ZIGZAG, before re-engaging the cams to continue the ascent 

Variations for blocking the ends 

Blocking one of the rope ends allows use of the ZIGZAG backup.

• A butterfly knot is very secure, but can be difficult to untie once you've arrived at the top

• Blocking with a friction hitch will be easy to disconnect in all situations. Beware of cantilever loading on the connector

Installing the access system 

Arriving at the top

Optimize the quality of placement for your connectors, to avoid any rubbing or poor positioning that presents a risk of opening or breaking the carabiner. In case of doubt, use steel connectors certified to the ANSI Z359.12 standard, which have locking sleeves that can withstand external and side loads of 16 kN. Note: this strength dœs not protect against the risk of accidental opening due to rubbing. If you are unable to mitigate the risks of rubbing and/or poor positioning of the connectors, use a different technique.

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Transporting brash, logs, equipment or even tidying up after a job has never been easier! Here at Life-Gear.com, we have an impressive array of heavy duty material handling trolleys.

Available to buy or hire we have a selection that covers all applications. Whether you are manoeuvring through tough terrain or going through a Forest, we have you covered!

Which one is best for you?!

Our most economical and best selling trolley is the Economical Log Tube Trolley. With a maximum Load of 250kg, length of 915mm and width of 430mm this log trolley was originally designed for heavy duty industrial use and large steel pipes.

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The Forestry Log Trolley  - Long Pipe/ Log is designed for manoeuvring longer logs than the Economical Log trolley. Our Forestry log trolley has a maximum load of 300kg, length of 1515mm and width of 555mm, however, both this model and the model above have solid wheels.

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For a more compact solution, the LiftinGear log/ tube trolley is brilliant for heavy duty industrial and forestry work. This Trolley takes logs or pipes up to 6 meters long. Removable handles help to steer and to tip the trolley, making it easy to manoeuver and remove logs.

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Heavy duty brash, log Arborist and forestry trolley is by far the most practical and flexible tool for manoeuvring logs and brash. With solid puncture proof rubber tyres,  maximum capacity of 500kg, a width of 1020mm/ height of 892mm this trolley enables users to stack more logs than any of our other trolleys at once. You may think this trolley is extremely bulky and difficult to transport however, due to the removable side bars users can easily assemble and disassemble the log trolley.

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Overall each trolley has their benefits. For an economical solution to carrying logs, the Economical Log Tube Trolley is most favoured among Arborist and Forestry workers. Although if users need to  manoeuver a large number of logs with the need for a high capacity the Heavy duty brash, log Arborist and Forestry trolley is a great choice.

22,000 road impact incidents in England in 2013 were caused by objects falling from vehicles. When transporting any equipment, logs or brash it is fundamental all loads are secure. When transporting any goods it's vitally important that you ensure that all your loads are secure or you risk damaging them. If an unsecured load falls there's a risk of injuries and even death! To avoid damaging your goods or causing any fatal accidents, it is important you ensure you secure your load, and our range of Load Restraint Systems  allow you to do just that.

We supply everything from ratchet lashings to load binder chains - whatever your requirements may be, we're confident you'll be able to find the load restraint option to meet them. Here are some of the load restraint products we have to offer:

If you are transporting heavy goods it's crucial that you use the appropriate load restraint to prevent your load from falling off your vehicle. These ratchet lashings are one of our most sought-after load restraint products, and can secure a huge variety of different loads. To view our range of ratchet lashings, please click here!

A cargo bar is a load restraint product that is more suited for pickup trucks and other large vehicles whilst their in transit. The bar is held in place by high-grip rubber feet and the bar is constructed from lightweight aluminium. The cargo bar can be adjusted from 2350 - 2720mm by using the ratchet mechanism, placed across the width of the vehicle to prevent anything from sliding off the vehicle. To purchase this ratchet cargo bar, please click here.

If you're looking for an affordable, heavy-duty load restraint solution, our load binder sets could be exactly what you're looking for! The sets include a load binder, a load binder chain, and a pair of hooks. Each load binder kit has it's own maximum breaking strength, so please check the kit you're purchasing is suitable for your requirements. For more information on our load binder sets, please click here.

No matter how heavy your loads are, or the size of the vehicle you're transporting these goods are on, our load restraint systems will ensure that they're secure whilst it's in transit. To view our entire range of load restraint products, please click here. 

Want to extend the life of your rigging ropes? Protect trees? & have an efficient operation when removing limbs?!

Lowering Devices are an excellent piece of equipment for friction management to efficiently and safely lower limbs. Lowering devices save money, time and improve safety.

At Life-Gear.com we have released a comprehensive range of lowering devices from Porta Wraps to Heavy duty lowering bollards. High-quality, competitively-priced, and available to hire as well as to buy our Rigging Systems are perfect for Tree Care Professionals!

One of our most popular lowering devices is the TU100 heavy duty bollard, designed to be attached to the base of a tree groundsman can control the descent of a cut branch/ limb. Made in the EU the padded mounting plates prevent trees from getting damaged.

For more information view our full range here!

A non retrievable cambium saver is annoying, time consuming and can therefore cost you money!

Cambium Savers should be expected from all Arborists, when climbing a tree other than when felling the tree we should aim to prevent damaging the tree as much as possible. Cambium savers help achieve this goal. Arborists can reduce premature wear on climbing lines and prevent damage to tree limbs caused by the climbing line running over a branch.

Ensure the chosen spot is cleaned of all little stumps and twigs that could get in the way, ensure the side where the cambium saver will drop down removing all little stumps and possible twigs that it could catch on. Investing a short amount of time cleaning can save you allot of time retrieving your cambium saver!

The easiest way of retrieving the cambium saver is to tie a knot (half hitch) in the end of the rope.

Simulate savers retrieval; pull at the cambium saver in the direction it will be retrieved checking if it moves easily through crotch or if the pulley releases well, even if this means that you have to look for a different spot to place your cambium saver being able to retrieve your cambium saver safely is crucial for a smooth operation.

Also, ensure you come out of the tree in a relatively straight line so that you can flick your rope from the ground and hence manipulating the cambium saver out of the fork.

Climbing spikes are a simple and effective tool for Arborists. Being able to dig the spikes into a tree provides climbers with solid footing and flexibility when moving around the tree.

However, climbing spikes should only be used on trees that are being cut down or in parts that are being removed. The spikes penetrate the bark of a tree and dig into the living circulatory tissue beneath. Each hole punched into the tree disrupts nutrient circulation, traumatizing to the tree creating unnecessary damage. This is important as the holes also provide an opening for diseases and pests to get in.

Each time climbers spike up a tree each step puts 2-3 inch wounds in a tree, and climbers wearing spikes can potentially create 2 or 3 hundred of those wounds causing severer damage. Spike marks eventually kill the tree; damaging the trees vascular system right below the bark.

If climbers must use tree climbing spikes it is recommended to use them responsibly by cleaning the spikes with alcohol after each use to ensure no fungus or disease is transferred from a sick tree to a healthy one.

So why would climbers use spikes if they are harmful to the trees? There are a few exceptional situations where using spikes is appropriate, such as

• When the tree is being removed
• When branches are more than throwline distance apart and there is no other means of climbing the tree (for example: when there are no branches lower than 50 feet), with no access for an aerial lift device or crane.
• If the tree is to close to power line and cannot be accessed safely by other means, to reach and injured climber.

At Life-Gear.com we supply a comprehensive range of winches for all your pulling and rigging operations. Whether you are rigging, pulling or even lifting equipment, logs or vehicles you are sure to find a solution at Life-Gear.com. One of our newest and most versatile winches is the battery powered lifting/ pulling winch by LiftinGear. Perfect for Arborists, Forestry workers and anyone who needs to pull or even lift loads! Here are some of the benefits of the Battery Powered Winch…

Lightweight

Easy to carry and store the compact light weight design only weighs 8.2kg!

Pulling & Lifting

With a lifting capacity of 100kg and a pulling capacity of 400kg, there is no need to purchase two devices for your pulling and lifting needs. With a speed of 5meters/min, this winch is designed specifically for recovering heavy loads.

Hassel Free!

Not only can this winch lift and pull but it is battery powered! Without the hassle of cables and the need for a power supply, we provide 2x 24v Nimh Rechargeable Batteries that can easily be swapped over. Flexible, portable, easy to use and with a battery charging time of approximately 2-3hrs this winch is perfect for a variety of applications.

Cost

Was £275.98 ex VAT now £199.98 ex VAT! One of the most versatile and reliable winches on the market available right here at Life-Gear.com!