<html><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body style="word-wrap: break-word; -webkit-nbsp-mode: space; line-break: after-white-space;" class=""><div class="">Hi ChainPoints,</div><div class=""><br class=""></div><div class="">I was looking over some past articles and came across one that very few people know about still today in the chainsaw field. The Bore Cut…. When is it applicable and what are some of the advantages. Read Below.</div><div class=""><br class=""></div><div class="">Many of you may have not heard about the man who made the Borecut and the Open Face Notch techniques usable in the chainsaw world. <b class="">Soren Eriksson</b> went on to bigger trees on December 26th, 2017. He was an awesome instructor, innovator, inventor and an amazing mentor. He was 79 years old and back in his home in Sweden when he passed.</div><div class=""><br class=""></div><div class="">Soren developed many of the PPE, safety systems and techniques that thousands of chainsaw operators of all brands use today. His Legacy will live on that he saved many lives with his works. His Game of Logging will continue on in the hearts and minds of thousands of his students in the USA and around the world. I am so proud of being called one of his students! Thank you Soren - Rest in Peace.</div><div class=""><br class=""></div><div class=""><br class=""></div><br class=""><div class="">
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font-family:Calibri" class="">The Bore Cut...<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">By Tim Ard<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><i class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Bore cut</span></i></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> - a chain saw technique, beginning with the lower tip of
the guide bar, to insert a back cut through the tree trunk establishing a
controlling hinge and a holding back strap.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">I can tell you over and over about the times I begin a
training or demonstration session and mention the <i class="">bore cut</i> and attendees
say, "what do you mean, <i class="">bore cut</i>"? Not many people really
understand what it is and what its advantages and disadvantages are. It's not a
technique to use on every tree but when a plan calls for some of the situations
below, the <i class="">bore cut</i> excels.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><i class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri" class="">10 "off the top" boring situations:<o:p class=""></o:p></span></i></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Wedging trees with a diameter less than 15"<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">One thing that is hard to do in a sawyers plan is to cut a
tree in the twelve to sixteen inch diameter range without a rope pulling or a
tractor pushing. The reason I
feel, it is hard to begin a back cut on this size tree and insert a wedge in
the back cut before the tree starts to lean on the saw. <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">The<i class=""> bore cut</i> can be used in this case to create a
back cut, establishing the desired hinge and holding the tree stable by leaving
wood holding in the back. In that created slot, removing the saw from the kerf,
a wedge can be placed in the opening. Cut the back holding wood (back strap)
and lift the tree by driving the wedge.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Removing pulling fiber and log quality issues<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">A <i class="">bore cut</i> can relieve most all issues of pulled
fiber from the log and stump.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Falling trees with greater diameter than the guide bar
length<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Larger diameter trees can be felled in two to three cuts
utilizing <i class="">bore cuts</i>. Two to three times the guide bar length can be
achieved. Cut half of the diameter and then the other from the inside out.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Controlling the release of the tree fall<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Using a <i class="">bore cut</i>, a back strap of wood fiber can be
left holding a heavy forward leaning tree until the sawyer is ready to release
the strap.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Reducing fiber pull and "barber chair" on heavy
leaner's<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Heavy forward leans often create hazardous trunk splitting
that can be virtually eliminated with a <i class="">bore cut</i> and back strap
techniques.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Checking for bad fiber and or hollow trunks<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Sometimes better than an increment boring tool, simply use
a <i class="">bore cut</i> to discover if a tree trunk is hollow or slightly rotted.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> </span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> </span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Cutting in steep or questionable terrain<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">It's not always easy to retain stable footing when walking
in steep or slick terrain- let alone when sawing. <i class="">Bore cuts</i> can offer a
more stable cutting position for the sawyer. Retreat paths can be more
confident and better planned.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Maximizing escape route distance<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Back strap release, created by a<i class=""> bore cut,</i> can
offer the sawyer an extra three to five feet in escape reaction time and
distance.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Establishing worksite reaction time<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">In tree work near roadways or populated areas the <b class="">bore
cut</b> can offer greater safety. When a back cut from the rear of the trunk is
started, the sawyer is committed. If someone or something enters the work area
often there is no stopping. With
the <i class="">bore cut</i> and back strap release the sawyer has time to do a final
check of the area before the tree is released.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><b class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Reaction time from overhead hazards<o:p class=""></o:p></span></b></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">When vines and overhead "widow-makers" are
present, an extra few seconds and a few feet in retreat can offer needed
reaction time. This can be something to reduce struck-bye's in felling
operations.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <b class="">Before using the <i class="">bore cut</i> technique I
strongly suggest you seek hands-on training in the technique. You should have a
thorough understanding of the reactive forces of the chain saw. Always use
proper PPE required by your employer or recommended by your chain saw
manufacturer. Read and thoroughly understand your saw’s operator manual.<o:p class=""></o:p></b></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">The <i class="">Bore Cut</i> is sometimes referenced as the <i class="">Plunge
Cut</i>.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">Please contact Forest Applications Training, Inc. for more
info and specialized training on use of the <i class="">Bore Cut</i>.<o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class="">eMail:
<a href="mailto:info@forestapps.com" class="">info@forestapps.com</a> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:Calibri" class=""> <o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><a href="http://www.forestapps.com" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri" class="">www.forestapps.com</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri" class=""><o:p class=""></o:p></span></div><div style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;" class=""><span style="font-size:11.0pt;
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line-height:115%" class="">The Bore Cut.doc 31 August 2009<o:p class=""></o:p></span></p>
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