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Splitting contest

Discussion in 'The Wood Pile' started by 818firewood, Nov 9, 2019.

  1. 818firewood

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    We'll certainly be rooting for you!
     
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    Looks like fun. If it were closer (much closer) I’d consider it. I would attend it for sure. Post some pics, or better yet a video.

    I’ve never heard of hardcore hammer axe’s. Have you practiced with one?

    What sized logs will be split?

    Good luck!
     
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  5. 818firewood

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    I have never seen one of their axes. No idea what type or size wood they are going to use.


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    Now this is my idea of a good time.
     
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    Give me lots of coffee:coffee:, an axe :axe:and get outta the way! Dunno which one id take to use though. Some cool looking axes though.
    Id hafta see the pile of logs i get to choose from. Itd be kinda funny if it was elm, sycamore and gum.. I wouldnt enter of course but would love to watch.
    I split a face cord of white oak and pignut in under an hour yesterday. If i go BTTW i can mound up splits pretty quick.
     
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    No doubt they will tend to use some wood that is not terribly hard to split else not much for entertainment and certainly not fun for the participants.
     
  9. Dakota Hoarder

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    The Hard Core axe’s are pretty cool looking, but I doubt they split as well as a Fiskars, and at $250 they aren’t cheep!

    I’m surprised you guys haven’t staged any splitting contest at the GTG’s
     
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    That’s a very cool idea!


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    We do every year. Just with hydros. Same two ladies kick our butts every time. Then they keep the fire going & help cook as well.
     
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    But let us not forget our Redneck friend! 101_0167.JPG


    Of course, splitting wood does tend to tire you out. 100_0536.JPG 100_0538.JPG
     
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    Is that from splitting or from Fireball?!
     
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    Must be the splitting, Redneck stays in the Fireball Free Zone at the GTG's!!