As stated, not really sure what is already out there regarding how to mitigate kickback in a chainsaw boring situation since I don't spend much time watching what others are doing on YT. With that, this is my method. It's tried and true for me. IF properly applied, It will save your bacon. One thing I thought about in the process but never mentioned is that having a super tight grip on the handle bar and pistol grip - that was a given and assumed that any chainsaw operator is going to have his G.I. Joe Fung Fu grip queued up and functioning properly . However, I do think that some operators "space" on that consideration and get bit occasionally.
There is one other thing I need to reiterate here. IF an operator catches it early enough, putting the bar/chain in a bind by twisting on the powerhead immediately upon the start of the chatter will stop the potential kickback problem - enter the G.I. Joe Fung Fu grip again. Feeding the bar in at a constant and slower rate is going to help also.
Paying attention, coupled with proper operation technique will prevent a lot of mishaps while using chainsaws. I do not nor will not guarantee that anyone can/will use what I do and not have a problem. That will take practice and getting their equipment functioning correctly. Attempting this when the saw is at an idle or partial throttle is a suggestion for those unfamiliar with what we see here. I would always suggest that a person proceed with caution whenever they try something new in the way of chainsaw tricks and-or techniques.
For a moment of clarity: When I was showing the worst place to catch the tip on a log with the Sugi bar and talking about the angle from centerline of the bar, that was referencing the standard "Operators Manuals" issued by the manufacturers.
Thanks for watching.
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