Over the years I have usually used a "surf rod" (or the biggest fishing rod I
have around) and can go over 120' tulip poplars with ease. But...you do need a
relatively clear area to be able to swing the rod. In the woods it's
"problematic." A tall tree in the middle of an open field or at the edge of a
field is perfect.
I always try to go right over the very top of the tree. This always gets the
rope (and antenna) up a lot higher than choosing the first big branch. And,
the rope settles down to a stable position, which is generally surprisingly up
near the top of the tree, well above the first branch. I have been impressed
with how strong those "little twigs" way up there are.
W3DQ loaned me his big slingshot unit on a long pole that the utility linemen
use, available from linemen's supply stores. $99.50, much -- MUCH -- better
than other units available, and for a comparable price.
73 - Rich, KE3Q
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