Resources & Training

Get everything you need to know about STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® here in our Resources and Training Center—take a look at the links below for interviews, tips, directions, photos, videos and even games!

The Single Buck Saw

Some people call it the “Misery Whip” because of the long hours required to pull original, vintage, saws through enormous timber. Learn more about the single buck saw.

The Hot Saw

They are custom, handmade, race-tuned machines with maximum power and precision, built to cut wood as fast as possible in a competition. Learn more about the hot saw.

The Springboard

It is one of the simplest but most important tools in a competitive lumberjack sports athlete’s gear stash. Learn more about the springboard.

Lumberjack Athlete Training

Daily preparation varies between competitors based on their age, profession and priorities, but there are some common themes. Learn more about the training process for a TIMBERSPORTS® athlete.

Lumberjack Shoes & Boots

Competitive lumberjacks utilize an odd collection of specialized athletic shoes. Learn more about the footwear used by TIMBERSPORTS® athletes.

Types of Lumberjack Wood & Logs

Learn more about the different forms of wood used for the various TIMBERSPORTS® disciplines

Lumberjack Tools and Equipment

Lumberjacks use a lot of different equipment for the different disciplines. Learn more about their tools and equipment.

Maintaining STIHL Equipment

It is easy to understand the time that goes into improving strength, stamina and technique, but a competitor invests just as much time making sure his equipment stays in top shape.