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["Bruce Hansen" <brucehansen@acd.net>]

Would a six foot ladder be less balanced?

 

Bruce z5 MI

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Subject: Re: [NAFEX] Sources for orchard ladders

In a message dated 5/7/03 9:03:49 PM, hwparker@pacbell.net writes:

While thinning fruit, I realize I need a ladder to get me higher and more
>stable on uneven ground.  One of you referred to a Tallman ladder, and I see
>Ladder King also.
>Are there significant differences between tripod orchard ladders, that is
>what features are worth looking for re: safety and durability?

i suggest getting one that is an odd number of feet in length, they
usually balance better on the shoulder while carrying.

P.S. It balances well and is easy to carry. Waite