Wolfe Ridge 17VS on the Road - Vertical Log Splitter Road Trip with Some Ugly Rounds!

Today for #WolfeRidgeWednesday we go on the road with the 17VS Vertical Log Splitter. We talk about the ease of towing, split some wood, and save an ugly stump piece for the end of the video.
The 17VS in this video is the standard configuration with added optional LED taillights and overhead LED flood lights. The 17VS is also available with an attached conveyor and upgraded engine - the 17VS-C. Additionally we just released the 17VS-E which is powered by a single phase electric motor.
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[@OneEyeCustoms]

I spent today, one of the hotter humid days, out splitting with the 17VS. Never had any intentions of even splitting wood today. I ended up filling a stacked basket and was drenched in sweat. Great workout and a blast of a machine to run. Thank you Bob!

[@BacktoBob1]

Yesterday we had nice weather, cool in the evening. Hope its heading your way, thanks for watching Doug!

[@thefirewooddoctor]

@@OneEyeCustoms how is the VS to use on a hot and humid day compared to other splitters you've used?

[@OneEyeCustoms]

@@thefirewooddoctor they all suck to run on a hot humid day, but something about the vertical splitters that just makes them more fun to run.

[@OneEyeCustoms]

@@thefirewooddoctor they all seam to be the same, Hot and Humid…

[@logandgarden1942]

This is the real world use that I want to see. Splitters being used.

[@BacktoBob1]

Thank you for watching! Will try to do more content like this as the opportunities present themselves.

[@lillysfarmfirewood]

Thought you stole my splitter it’s identical. Great splitting Bob.

[@BacktoBob1]

Fun fact - your splitter was the first one that I ever did video with at Wolfe Ridge!

[@bigalo014]

At 23:36 when you let the one log laying down have it about 3 times before it gave in was pretty funny. Have to add that to my repertoire for those twisted ones :-)

[@BacktoBob1]

Haha yep, some good stuff in there.

[@toddsoutsideagain]

Good to know how well the VS tows! Great video Bob!👊🏻

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks Todd!

[@TheFirewoodHut]

:) twist it, flip it, turn it, flop it, spin it, rotate it, - 17vs is WAY more fun than a horizontal. Good vid, Bob! Excellent point at end (not worth it).

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks for watching, I really wanted to show the ease of good logs and the hassle of nasty stuff.

[@hayesrutherford9415]

Some good splitting with the 17vs.

[@BacktoBob1]

Thank you!

[@henrystoyer694]

Just brought the same splitter home from Faith Farm in NC.
Now I gotta get to work!

[@BacktoBob1]

Awesome, what color did you get?

[@pattanner5338]

Another great video Bob, keep making more. Awesome equipment guys!!

[@BacktoBob1]

Thank you for the support Pat!

[@arnecarlsson9740]

Did not know you did split wood house calls! 😇😇😇

[@BacktoBob1]

Me neither haha, multitasking. Helped a friend and got some good demo material out of it.

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

Hey Bob , nice splitting with the 17VS . 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks Del!

[@lyleharkness-rv5vf]

Good video 👍 Thank you for showing how the 17VS trails behind your pickup. That last part showing the trunk rounds was nasty and gnarly 😂 Good splitting

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks Lyle!

[@RoadRage_OG]

I hate to sound whiny, but you guys have got to update the "17VS:" decal - It looks homemade while all of your other branding / decals look great, very professional

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

I tow my SHO all the time, and i get looked at just about every time it leaves the yard. I can say it tracks behind the truck at 70mph no problem..

[@BacktoBob1]

The suspended axle on the HO, SHO, and VS are really nice!

[@RicksOutdoors29127]

Great video on the 17 VS. I think you cover all the bases. Great job

[@BacktoBob1]

Thank you Ricky!

[@outdoorsinthe608]

One bad a$$ splitter!👍💪👍

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks Jeremiah!

[@popandnanao]

Great job Bob, I was waiting for this video. I wonder if you could do the 17 VSC show us how good that tows down the road. i’m very interested in the 17 VSC thank you. Hope to see it in a video coming up soon.

[@WolfeRidgeSplitters]

I towed a VSC 600 miles to SW Mo and it tows great. Lots of people staring wondering what it was LOL.

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

I get the same thing when my SHO is out. Especially when I am at 70mph

[@BacktoBob1]

Thank you, like Chris said it tows just as well. The suspended axle helps a lot and the weight balance is really good with the VS and VS-C.

[@steinbierz]

Love these videos! I’m very interested in this machine primarily for smokers and fire pits. I’m curious what the process would be for making chunks…split and then take it to a bandsaw or some other saw or start out with smaller rounds?

[@AroundTheYard-MN]

Nice job Bob. How critical is it for the 17VS to be level?

[@WolfeRidgeSplitters]

Not super critical. They are super stable, even without having the legs down. Thanks Brent!

[@BacktoBob1]

Thanks Brent!

[@thefirewooddoctor]

What did your friend have to say about this style of splitter?

[@BacktoBob1]

Well, they were both impressed but one wants to sell firewood now too!

[@BrunoPerrault-b5r]

What is the maximum length you can split with this machine?

[@WolfeRidgeSplitters]

Standard stroke length is 20", we also offer a 24" option, thanks!

[@BrunoPerrault-b5r]

@@WolfeRidgeSplitters thanks, 24” is preferred for my outdoor boiler!