Just got the hang of the Big Shot

[squad143]

I cant seem to get a line anywhere near a tree by hand throwing.:redface:

I guess, with practice, I could become a little better, but until I get some spare time (yeah right) I'll stick with my big shot.

I just replaced the rubber band on mine. Too much use I guess.

 

[jefflovstrom]

You guys really ought to stop that nonsense. It's undignified.

Consider putting each other on "ignore".

I am gonna give both of them a 'Like' until they kiss and make-up.
Jeff :msp_tongue:

 

[tree MDS]

You guys really ought to stop that nonsense. It's undignified.

Consider putting each other on "ignore".

The ignore feature is for Homo's!! I can't imagine that actually works for anyone.. at least not treeguys with the hate. Me and Porks are working through this like men. Thanks for the thought, though.

 

[tree MDS]

I am gonna give both of them a 'Like' until they kiss and make-up.
Jeff :msp_tongue:

Why don't you just kiss him for me, Jeffers..

 

[treeclimber101]

The ignore feature is for Homo's!! I can't imagine that actually works for anyone.. at least not treeguys with the hate. Me and Porks are working through this like men. Thanks for the thought, though.

See everyone progress !

 

[FanOFatherNash]

I understand everything you just said except the first part. If you untie the throw bag, how does it come down in order to retie? Wait, why would you retie the throw bag? I am confused. Obv I untie the bag to pull the line out n start over. Is that what you mean? I ALWAYS over shoot my TIP and then hope I can pull bag back to a usable spot to let it down. Personally, n it may be due to my own errors, I think the big shot is a great tool for tall trees and srt. Otherwise I gotta wonder. Trying to set a line in a knarly pin oak is pretty damn frustrating.

you have never gotten a throw bag jammed nice in snug in a crotch and only way to get it down was to go up and get it?

 

[smokey01]

The use of a trigger release and ............

Set up instructions and overview of my Big Shot.

Consolidated instructions and video may be seen following this link.

[video=youtube;7vg5zjA9Jts]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vg5zjA9Jts[/video]


With around $30 I purchased all the material needed to make this. It took about 25 minutes to assemble.

Pictures and tips below.

Parts needed.............

String loop of the type that is intended to be used with trigger. Around 5.00

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Archery trigger. Around 18-25.00 Mine has a set screw that allows me to adjust the sensitivity.

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Tie Down......Set of 4 cost me 10.00, I used one......2.50

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Some zip ties, silicon tape or electrical tape.


Instructions.

Cut out the stiching on the trigger wrist band. Save the wrist band with velcro for use in storing and securing your Big Shot.

Remove the metal hook from the end of the tie down that has the capture clip.


Heat a 20d nail and melt a hole in the middle of the webbing and using the bolt and nut from the trigger, secure the tie down webbing to the trigger.
Use a few zip ties and tape to hold it all securly to the tie down.

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Attach the string loop to the handle of the Big Shot sling.
I used a bunch of zip ties and faced the connector to the bottom so that they do not interfere with my fingers if I want put them there for extra pull or go without the archery release.




Drill hole in end cap and insert hook.

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Trigger close up.

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Final product.

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Wrap tape at about 4" intervals if you care to calibrate for the weight of differant throw bags.

 

[smokey01]

Big Shot with 2:1 mechanical advantage and capture for around 30 bucks.

I started a thread on just that topic a while back. Pictures and explanations: http://www.arboristsite.com/commercial-tree-care-climbing/114374.htm

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You have some great ideas here, THANKS.
It prompted me to set up a similar arrangement.

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[video=youtube;Qcf47ElkhnY]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qcf47ElkhnY[/video]

 

[pdqdl]

I like it. Simple, cheap, effective.

Calibration is a definite need; as you pointed out, it's hard to tell how hard you have pulled. When I shoot my setup, I keep a hand on the string as it feeds out. If I miss, or shoot too far, I can just put on the brakes and simplify getting the shot down. So far, I have never gotten any hot fingers from that activity.

I'm going to post a link to your setup in my original thread, that way we will be keeping all the ideas in one place.

 

[smokey01]

I like it. Simple, cheap, effective.

Calibration is a definite need; as you pointed out, it's hard to tell how hard you have pulled. When I shoot my setup, I keep a hand on the string as it feeds out. If I miss, or shoot too far, I can just put on the brakes and simplify getting the shot down. So far, I have never gotten any hot fingers from that activity.

I'm going to post a link to your setup in my original thread, that way we will be keeping all the ideas in one place.

Thanks, I also consolidated the instructions and video that may be seen following this link.

 

[TreeAce]

you have never gotten a throw bag jammed nice in snug in a crotch and only way to get it down was to go up and get it?

OHHHH ya. And depending on the tree, which would determine if I pull out one of the two extra throw lines, I may just grab the "hook" (a pole saw head minus the blade)and just advance my climbing line and then usually get the throw bag free with the "hook". Then get to work and often wonder why I ever even bothered with the throw line. Just saying. There are some tall trees around here that you really have little choice with. Throw line or no line.

 

[treeclimber101]

you have never gotten a throw bag jammed nice in snug in a crotch and only way to get it down was to go up and get it?

Yup , I shot a crotch once too hard and the bag came down and went right through the pool cover and not a cheapie either the green ones that can supposedly hold an elephant in the middle psssst yea right ! And I couldn't get it back out through the hole so I told the people and they had patches that come with the cover and I also told them there gonna find a beanbag with a 20 ft line on it , just throw it away sorry

 

[treeclimber101]

You have some great ideas here, THANKS.
It prompted me to set up a similar arrangement.

Click for full size image.

[video=youtube;Qcf47ElkhnY]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qcf47ElkhnY[/video]

Ahhhhhhh smokey you look like a pretty intelligent guy but your loading the bag wrong , your slingshot is backwards , the line is supposed to go in between the forks , and the sling shot should be on your side of the pole , and in the future try and take the creepy outta your videos , and maybe pepper in a hello or sumpin !

 

[treeclimber101]

It's a aimable tool , how you can you even possibly know where that bag is heading , I load the slingshot and look down the pole and find where I am shooting for and overshoot that by 3" or so and usually hit it with ease

 

[jefflovstrom]

your loading the bag wrong , your slingshot is backwards ,

No, he got it right.
Jeff

 

[treeclimber101]

No, he got it right.
Jeff

Ummmmmmmmmmmm yea alrighty then shoot it like that , LOL I think I will just PM my concerns with that post to you !

 

[treeclimber101]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9YtldKFz_g&sns=em

 

[treeclimber101]

I am gonna retract my statement to smokey , and just say how you shoot it is a matter of preference , "I" prefer to aim the thing and hit something other than the broad side of a barn LOL I am sticking with the creepy comment though just saying

 

[smokey01]

OHHHH ya. And depending on the tree, which would determine if I pull out one of the two extra throw lines, I may just grab the "hook" (a pole saw head minus the blade)and just advance my climbing line and then usually get the throw bag free with the "hook". Then get to work and often wonder why I ever even bothered with the throw line. Just saying. There are some tall trees around here that you really have little choice with. Throw line or no line.

Hello, thanks. Good thing for the delete button huh.

 

[smokey01]

I am gonna retract my statement to smokey , and just say how you shoot it is a matter of preference , "I" prefer to aim the thing and hit something other than the broad side of a barn LOL I am sticking with the creepy comment though just saying

Let me respond to your post. I'll go back and had a hello to my video and sorry I can't help it if you think that I'm creepy.
Let me just comment about your "supposed to" statement. Personally I think it's a good idea to always evaluate directions and instructions for the "suppose to" or "correct way". Make sure you understand and it makes sense.
Now for the placement of the bag on the Bigshot sling. If you watch the video you will notice at about 41 seconds, when the bag is released, that the bag comes off the Bigshot and the throw line comes nowhere close to the Bigshot supports. My concern would be having the throw line wrapped around the Bigshot and the elasticity of the throw line bringing the back back to my face. I can't do it right now but when I am able I will send you a snapshot of the Bigshot instructions specifying that the bag should be away from you.