17 best ways how to get a quad out of a tree (and 2 terrible ones)

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How to get a quad out of a tree? I'm going to test every single way I can think of and see which one is the best.

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0:00 - Intro
0:20 - Turtle Mode

How to set up and use Turtle Mode -    • Turtle Mode & ESC Beeper | BETAFLIGHT 3.2 ...  

1:15 - Grab the branch
1:45 - Climb the tree
2:33 - Use a ladder
3:16 - Collapsible portable ladder

5 meter A-frame ladder (the one in the video) - https://amzn.to/2OtbMme

This four-section "little giant" ladder is more versatile and sturdy, but doesn't fold down as small. Sean Morrison of Rotor Riot carries this in his pickup truck and it's a beast - https://amzn.to/3j39zfv

5:47 - The Drone Saver fiberglass pole

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6:24 - Kwad Grabber

BigDataPimp's video about this tool is:    • The Kwad Graber  

7:27 - Throw something at it?
7:50 - Weighted throw line

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9:27 - Arborist's sling shot

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Here are some examples of how to make your own.
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9:56 - Spud gun

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10:49 - Bow and arrow
12:03 - Fishing rod
12:50 - Tie a rope to another quad
13:45 - Crash another quad into it
14:46 - Chainsaw!
15:25 - Shoot off the branch?
16:17 - Call a professional
18:02 - Conclusion

-- OTHER METHODS NOT IN THE VIDEO --

https://amzn.to/3euPb3i - Fishing slingshot. It's a wrist-based slingshot that fires an arrow with a fishing line attached to it. The reel is attached to the slingshot. Use a blunt-tipped arrow to fire the fishing line up into the tree then pull a heavier line over the branch.

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