I don't think there is anyone here who would argue that a 2-man saw can keep up with a good chainsaw. However, if you are not as concerned about cords per hour there are advantages that a 2-man saw has over any chainsaw.
From my own experience:
1 no need for earplugs
2 no need for eye protection
3 you can chat with the person while working
4 you can hear all the other critters in the woods while working
5 my back doesn't ache from stooping
6 aerobic workout eliminates the need for expensive YMCA memberships.
7 no need for chainsaw chaps
8 no chainsaw stink on your clothes
9 no breathing chainsaw exhaust
I guess it comes down to the reasons why you heat with wood. For me, I don't heat with wood because I have to, I heat with wood because I want to. I try to choose hobbies that have a practical pay-off of some sort - but make no mistake about it - they are hobbies.
That said I did get a chainsaw because my hope is to work fast to build up a supply of wood that is several years ahead of my burning and I thought to do that with a two-man saw would be unpleasant.
From my own experience:
1 no need for earplugs
2 no need for eye protection
3 you can chat with the person while working
4 you can hear all the other critters in the woods while working
5 my back doesn't ache from stooping
6 aerobic workout eliminates the need for expensive YMCA memberships.
7 no need for chainsaw chaps
8 no chainsaw stink on your clothes
9 no breathing chainsaw exhaust
I guess it comes down to the reasons why you heat with wood. For me, I don't heat with wood because I have to, I heat with wood because I want to. I try to choose hobbies that have a practical pay-off of some sort - but make no mistake about it - they are hobbies.
That said I did get a chainsaw because my hope is to work fast to build up a supply of wood that is several years ahead of my burning and I thought to do that with a two-man saw would be unpleasant.
