ARB Climber Magazine — Issue 28 The Ultimate Guide for Professional Arborists & Tree Care ClimbersStay at the absolute cutting edge of the tree care industry with ARB Climber Issue 28. Packed with rigorous real-world equipment reviews, advanced climbing tutorials, and unbiased technical breakdowns, this issue is an essential addition to any professional arborist's workshop or kit bag. Whether you are looking to invest in your next mechanical device, streamline your business's rigging tracking, or optimize your canopy configuration, Issue 28 delivers elite, field-tested insights from the world's most trusted climbing authorities.What’s Inside This Issue: Teufelberger Deep Dive (Page 2): An exclusive close-up on elite-tier harnesses, high-performance lanyards, and next-gen hardware—featuring a special look at the rugged Gravity rope. Gear Update — Akimbo² by Adam Jones (Page 14): A technical field assessment of the Akimbo² climbing tool. Discover how it handles under real day-to-day pressure. Masterclass Techniques — Friction & Cambium Savers (Page 16): Master your friction management. Learn setups that maximize climbing line longevity while strictly protecting delicate cambium layers. Comprehensive Market Guide — Arborist Pruning Saws (Page 34): A side-by-side technical evaluation of modern pruning saws. Find out which blades deliver the cleanest cuts and the best longevity. Back to Back — Kit Inventory Apps (Page 58): Charlotte Ina-Sterland tests the top digital tracking tools to streamline your LOLER safety checks and fleet tracking. Quick-Take Review — How Viable is a Lidl Chainsaw? (Page 68): Adam Jones puts a budget-tier chainsaw to the ultimate test. Is it a hidden utility gem or a workspace liability? Also Featured:Industry Legends (Page 26): Exploring the lasting legacy of Donald F. Blair, detailed by Chris Girard. The World According to Ox (Page 62): "Cone-Collection" rules and field humor with Michael 'Ox' Oxman. Product Info (Page 6): Quick-reference updates on the newest ropes, safety tools, and hardware releases. Product Specifications:Format: Premium High-Gloss Print EditionISSN: 2049-6516Editor: Ade ScottKey Contributors: Adam Jones, Chris Girard, Michael 'Ox' Oxman, Loic Morvan, Laurent Pierron
