Log movement.. thoughts?

[madrone]

I used to have this logging arch I built but have since sold it (and regret it). This is just a little stick but i've pulled 33" diameter 21' doug. fir logs with it.

I would be wary to use toadhill's 3 Pt. hitch as it lifts from a point so much higher than the axil it would be easy to flip backwards. Alot of people die this way.
Certainly no offense intended on your skidder, toadhill. With a skilled driver in the seat paying close attention i'm sure it works great.

 

[skidoo]

Your log size seems like you can easily handle them.

This is what I would do...