Best ideas for adjustable lifting strap or chains?

[jaxs]

How do you rig for pulling timber out of the woods?

I only cut enough wood for a fire pit and a smoker which is split at the stump. Since I don;t cut much I borrow splitter from a bbq place and bring them wood in exchange. On occasions when I move a log or powerline pole I take two wraps with chain and grab hook. If I was moving many ongoing I would use an arched skidder or choker.

 

[JRHill]

I have several cable chokers but have to stop when I get to the hard pack because the imbedded rock breaks strands. I built a log tote so I can lift one end and minimize rocks imbedding into the bark on the way to the log deck. The rigging is the easy part. it's getting the logs out without scuffing other trees, rolling the tractor, etc.

 

[Squirrely Baker]

Anyone have a lifting/rigging/strapping for dummies primer video they can point me at?

I can piece all this together but, id rather watch someone who knows the what the hell theyre doing walk me through the basics.

 

[JRHill]

I like to use straps unless chains are clearly a better option. I have a pair of 4', 6', and a 9' that I use logging so they are on hand. They work good with a tooth bar or grapple. Happened to need a battery charge out on the landing today so took a picture.

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While talking straps - if you ever need to connect two together then put a dowel in the joint so they come apart easy.

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Yup I vote for these. Harbor Freight. But all three sizes. You'll never break them unless you drag logs with them (from ground contact).

 

[Flintknapper]