Something that’s been lost on a lot of people these days is how to stack firewood properly and efficiently. Stacking firewood isn’t as simple as making a neat pile of seasoned wood and there are more than a few ways to go about stacking wood. It’s important to have a proper firewood stack because it … Read more
Chainsaws aren’t built equally, and the STIHL Wood Boss and Farm Boss aren’t exceptions. While all chainsaws are meant to quickly cut through wood, some are better equipped at handling certain tasks than others. Lots of first-time chainsaw buyers think that no matter what a longer blade is better, but this just isn’t true. For … Read more
The Stihl MS 291 is one of the most popular gas-powered Stihl chainsaws in the US because of its versatile range of operations. While not quite a professional saw, it is sufficiently powerful to handle most jobs and light enough for pruning branches. Like every engine-driven machine, maintenance is required to keep it functioning properly, … Read more
A sharp chainsaw chain is a pleasure to use and a whole lot safer than trying to push through the workpiece with a dull chain. Regularly sharpening your chainsaw chain will not only make the cutting process easier on the arms but also reduce the overall wear on the chainsaw. A lot will depend on … Read more
Something every chainsaw owner should know is how to properly set the chainsaw chain tension on their saw. Getting it wrong could lead to a dangerous situation. Adjusting chain tension is easy enough on most chainsaws and should be part of your checklist before you operate your chainsaw. A properly adjusted chain will give you … Read more
If you’re just beginning your journey into using chainsaws you may have heard of the dangers of kickback and are now wondering if a low kickback chain is something you should look into? While kickback is dangerous, as long as you treat the chainsaw with respect and pay attention while working it will probably not … Read more
Are you looking for the best chainsaw for palm trees? Then you’ve come to the right place because that’s exactly what we’ll be going over in this post. We’ll be covering chainsaws that are best for cutting down palm trees. What kind of chainsaw is best for cutting down palm trees? In a Hurry? Here’s … Read more
Every year 36,000 people are injured by chainsaws and another 250 die. Chainsaw kickback is responsible for a significant percentage of these numbers. Chainsaw kickback is when you get a sudden and rapid motion from a chainsaw that you weren’t expecting. To safely use a chainsaw, understanding kickback, its causes, and how to avoid it … Read more
Do your cuts follow a line as straight as a banana? Have you found yourself scratching your head wondering, “Why does my chainsaw cut crooked?” This isn’t one of the worst problems to have and, luckily, it’s probably not your cutting technique. The most common cause for a crooked cut is the saw or chain … Read more
Felling trees as a logger is one of the most dangerous jobs in America, which means even those at home are risking their life or limbs when working with a chainsaw. If you’re new to operating a chainsaw and haven’t had someone around to mentor you, it might be smart to take a chainsaw safety … Read more