Throw Line Management

[Bermie]

I'm a five gallon bucket too, ever since I got a big shot...I tie the end to the handle
Throw bags go in a small neat orange 'shoulder bag' I got at an op shop. It has three little compartments inside that my bags go in, and room for a spare line, zip top. I used this all the time before I got a big shot, just took time to pack the line back in it as its a bit small. Now the 'shoulder bag' gets put in on top of the line in the bucket...no tangles and all bags are safe in one place.
I do not leave the bag attached to the throwline for the reasons already stated!

 

[Youngbuck20]

I use a compactable plastic garbage thing for your car. $5 and the exact same thing as the cube but cant fold in on itself unless you are folding it back up. Works like a charm.

 

[Carburetorless]

I don't know how you guys are getting your lines all tangled up like that. I've hauled mine around in the bucket with the weight attached and in the bucket for months at a time and it's never gotten tangled.

Actually the only time I get tangles is when the line is on the ground and it picks up twigs and stuff, then it can be a real PITA.

 

[Nemus Talea]

I use a bucket. 2 - 2.5 gal I think. Its square so it doesn't waste too much space. With a false plastic sheet bottom, it holds two lines, small tarp and bigshot head. Ridges under the lid are cut out in one corner so line ends come out and lid still snaps on. Carpenter aprons are tied on apposing sides to hold throw weights, short line and gloves. Not quite a loose flake but but never a bad tangle.

 

[Pelorus]

I've hauled mine around in the bucket with the weight attached and in the bucket for months at a time and it's never gotten tangled.

Using "No More Tangles" hairspray? Your statement sounds preposterous.
Confess you are a tangler, dammit. It's ok.

 

[VA-Sawyer]

More BS from Clueless Carby. I really don't believe he has ever actually been up a real tree.

I have been using the large folding cube since day one. I keep two line in it with only a few problems. It does seem to do better about not getting tangles if I will pull the lines out and "walk the twists out" at least once a month. It takes about 15 minutes of my time, and is a good chance to closely inspect the lines.
If the weather is nice, I leave them streched out in the yard for an afternoon to help get the kinks out. They always seem to flow out of the bag smoother for the next few days.

I used a 5 gallon bucket for a while when using a third throw line. I just clipped a mini biner on the wire for the handle and would clip the throwbag ring to it when not in use. Quick and easy, no tangles.

Rick

 

[treemandan]

Throw line management is easy. I was on the job the other day, got my bag stuck in tree first thing, tossed my gear back on the truck and went home. Its still up there, been a week, what do I care?:cool2:

 

[Incomplete]

I use the Sherrill tree cube and Sherrill throw balls. As long as the cube is under the target the line flies out, as long as I throw right. Never have a problem with tangled line, unless the help forgot to put it under the velcro or tie it to the rings. Throw balls NEVER come out of their pouches, and it folds up small.

 

[Carburetorless]

Using "No More Tangles" hairspray? Your statement sounds preposterous.
Confess you are a tangler, dammit. It's ok.

No, I'm too much into reality to do that. You ####ing tweaker!

 

[Pelorus]

Take this opportunity to unburden your guilt-racked conscience, and quit being in denial.
Confess you're a tangler, dammit. Is your throwbag filled with Helium?

 

[Carburetorless]

Take this opportunity to unburden your guilt-racked conscience, and quit being in denial.
Confess you're a tangler, dammit. Is your throwbag filled with Helium?

Nothing to confess here. My line flies clean. Maybe you need to clean the crap outa yo bucket afour u tri an fro.

 

[Pelorus]

Yeah, that's the ticket. Clean bucket, flake line, and drop the throw bag inside.
Sounds good. Dunno why I never thought of trying your method.

 

[smokey01]

I'll confess............just call me tangles

 

[Carburetorless]

I'll confess............just call me tangles

See, I told you not to use masonry line.

 

[2treeornot2tree]

See, I told you not to use masonry line.

I was just gonna say, i never seen throw line in pink, but then i read your post.


Smokey01, With all the money you have in to all you gadgats, dont you have any left to buy real throw line?

 

[smokey01]

I was just gonna say, i never seen throw line in pink, but then i read your post. ....

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[Carburetorless]

I was just gonna say, i never seen throw line in pink, but then i read your post.


Smokey01, With all the money you have in to all you gadgats, dont you have any left to buy real throw line?

He's speechless, or he's got a lanyard around his neck, so I'll speak for him...

It's not pink, he's just got pink chalk in his box. It makes it easier to find his way back on those long treks through the trees behind his house.

 

[smokey01]

He's speechless, ....

I was using sign language. 1000 words to be exact :msp_biggrin:

 

[smokey01]

What is everyone doing for throw line storage/management. .....
I have added a knob so that i can reel the line in like a fly fishing reel.

Great use of an electricians wire fish tape, I like it. In the tree I use a carpenters chalk line, who would think all these trades would be so useful.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONIG67QnloQ

Another consideration is repetitive stress injury, all those arm movements start to add up. Ask most of the guys and I think they suffer from this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=egMiw_BNiDk

Sherill tree has a great gadget for feeding the line into your cube, bucket, box or whatever you use. Problem was it would not work if you had any knots and it was not mid-line attachable. If you get one here is a modification you might consider.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfN2mfbWmmQ

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[VINIFIREWOOD]

Throw line

I used to curse my throw lines. Used to keep them in small rubbermade totes. It kept them clean and dry but the bag would role around and inevitably get the line tangled up. I bought a folding cube from Wesspur and never looked back, love that thing. Now I need another one or two.