How to Buy Lumberjack Equipment

To be a successful lumberjack and to win events, the right tools and equipment are necessary. The type of equipment needed depends on the events the lumberjack enters. Here's how to buy quality lumberjack equipment that is affordable.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Know that lumberjack equipment is expensive. Make sure you are serious about training and participating in events before you invest in equipment.
2. Decide which events interest you and know the equipment that is required. Typical lumberjack events include ax throwing, ax chopping, log rolling and climbing and events that use saws. Different types of axes are used in the ax throwing and chopping events. There are three basic types of saws used in competition, depending on event. Crosscut, bow, and chain types of saws are the most common.
3. Find quality used lumberjack equipment to save money. Ask an experienced lumberjack if he has equipment for sale or if he knows other lumberjacks who'd like to sell. Used equipment is much cheaper than new lumberjack equipment, and you'll have the opportunity to try the events before you invest too much money.
4. Look online for lumberjack equipment. Auction sites like eBay offer lumberjack equipment for sale. Manufacturers who specialize in axes and saws also sell online.

Tips & Warnings

• When purchasing a new saw and if price isn't an issue, find a saw made with Sandvik Swedish steel, since it is regarded as the best-quality steel for saws.
• Purchase two identical pieces when purchasing lumberjack equipment--one for practice and one for competition.
• If purchasing lumberjack equipment online, ensure that the retailer is reputable and offers you a guarantee on the products.
• Check equipment regulations before each competition to make sure your equipment complies with the rules, or you may risk disqualification. For example, a competition ax must be at least 2 1/2 lb. and be between 24 and 40 inches in length; a competition power saw can be only one cylinder.