Maasdam Rope Puller (Rope Come-Along) for Tree Work

Maasdam Rope Puller | Rope Come-Along

In this video we explore the basics of the Maasdam Rope Puller for use in tree work, including my own custom setup kit. Providing a 10 to 1 mechanical advantage, the Maasdam is a great option for a single person on the ground to generate a tremendous pull. If you haven't tried a rope puller, this video just might help convince you of its effectiveness.

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[SALMUS_HANCOCK]

THIS IS THE BEST EXPLANATION I HAVE SEEN AND MOST PROFESSIONAL, DESCRIPTION, SAFETY, USAGE, STORAGE, VERY GOOD

[RAMPHD]

OK - from a newbie using the Masdam. I have felled trees without one of these. My take
Yes, hook is a bit small. My 3 inch Thor strap barely fit. watch the load. IF you are ratcheting like a macho man - both arms. Don't. You risk overload. Check rigging points! I had to call Masdam tech support ( very helpful!) to help me understand how to release lower pawl! I studied this back in the shop so knew the mechanics. Had to bang handle back to release with too much tension. Watch the tin tension engagement/ release strip -mine popped off! And it will cut. Learn a good Bowlin or other.
Knot. A slip knot will work but will not come loose easily! Had to use a screw driver to release knot when the tree was down.
Otherwise quite a tool! And an excellent video here

[JimDillon]

I have used this rope puller out in the woods on hung up trees and leaners for the past four years . . . so I have enough experience to appreciate what an excellent video this is. I will be switching over to your French prussik method, it just makes too much sense.

[AA-fgwj]

Hands down the best instructional video on YouTube! No nonsense, straight to the point. I was searching for a winch type puller to help recover a downed deer for hunting season, this rope puller is exactly what I need. Thanks.

[RichardFreeberg]

Excellent! Thanks for a great tutorial. The Maasdam is wonderful tool, but as I found out, it does not "suffer fools lightly". How's that for archaic English! The point is, it's a great tool if used the way it was meant to be used. It seems simple, which it is, but it's also kinda subtle. Watch this video it's packed with information, maybe watch it twice! I damaged my new puller (no pun intended) due to my ignorance!. I had to call the Maasdam support telephone line for a new spring plate, thingee that sets the pawls to forward and reverse. They were gracious enough to mail a new spring plate ala cart - since that was all I needed, However getting that spring plate in is another story, difficult but it is doable.... Sorta. Moral is understand the tool before you use it! This tool is worth every penny.

[phillipsburgriversidechat]

Thank you so m uch for this video. I agree with the other positive comments you received. I read the directions and there one or two things that were still not clear to me until I watched your video. Today I am usign the rope puller to haul wood up a large steep hill - unfortunately no other realistic way out. Wood put into large wagon and pulled up hill with rope puller. Wish I had bought this years ago.

[jaywood]

I've used one of these for decades- didn't think they were still made. I use it for construction- mostly lifting beams. I call it a "rope-along". Super handy, the 20' rope is fine for most things as it's easy to extend and reset. It's always in the truck with some 1" tubular webbing.

[savagebolt]

I've been using the Maasdam Power Pull cable come-a-long for 45 years. It's pretty worn out now, but I still use it for less than WLL tasks.
Funny, I bought the rope pull last week & yt recommended this vid. Glad you made it, it's a great overview, & I think you covered everything!
But, I Really would have liked to have seen how you attached the sling to your anchor.

[michaelferguson]

These things are awesome. Had a small dead Ash overhanging a neighbors fence and I was able to pull the whole tree straight up to where I could pull it sideways with a tag line. Us old guys need these gadgets like we do foot ascenders. Thanks for the tutorial. I need to use this more so I remember all the things I learned here.

[danieldoty]

Having used these a lot at work I watched this video not expecting to learn anything, but the way you released the tension on the rope is a handy trick to know

[trucksbuilder]

I had no idea you could push that spring to disengage the front pawl. Thank you for making my job easier! 👍

[billwilliams]

Excellent video, i have had this tool for 8 years Just in case i ever needed it. Today I need it and your instructions helped me out .

[Hisslave]

Pulled a bunch of trees and got my truck out of several mud holes with the Maasdam and it's a great tool. I have used double braid in it as well but wouldn't do it in a critical situation. You don't necessarily have to back off a click at a time, you can get four at a time by depressing the back pawl while easing the handle off. Excellent video.

[beardedprepper]

I'm not downing the come-a-long in any way... I've used a cable type for many years and know that it is a very useful tool. I was never interested in a rope type before seeing your video, but now I want and will get me one. You really should receive some sponsorship from the come-a-long company for this! You give awesome instructions in ALL your videos! I don't understand how this is a 10 to 1 system.

[oldguyriders]

This was very informative and helpful video. I just bought a Maasdam rope pulley and wasn’t real clear how it worked. But your video made everything clear. Thanks for a great video!

[stevecappella]

That was a very thorough description of the operation of this tool. Thank you.

[michaelpoczynek]

Thank you. Very helpful for us city people after hurricane fiona. All the best!

[sirvozelo]

I just buy one last week, very good explanation.

[coleriedel]

Perfect.
This was exactly what I was hoping for.
Thank you

[waygone]

Very informative and well presented. I'm shopping for a way to ramp cargo into my pickup truck by anchoring onto the headache rack. It is a heavy duty rack and will anchor a ton. I was considering a come along or a B&T. I didn't know the Maasdam type rope pullers existed; looks like a pretty cool option. Which ever option I choose is going to be something that only gets used a few times a year to wench in a dead motorcycle or heavy piece or furniture or something like that. I like the simplicity and length capacity of a B&T but it could be awkward for a one person operation if things get out of hand. The come along has specific control but limited length but it can be augmented with a rope. This rope puller might be what I'm looking for. Thanks :-)