Yeah, I thought that was pretty high, too. I've looked at my info, and refigured. I received a quote on some Lodgepole pine from South Dakota. For the 55 logs the guy said it would take three trips (maybe 2 after I corrected the log size [originally told him 12" tops, not butts]). So, for 55 logs, he quoted me $4600 for 902 miles on the shipping. That's 5 dollars a mile until you divide it by two trips, which in the end is about $2.50 per mile. I'm not buying anytime soon, and will definitely hunt locally before I buy from out of state.
I also got a quote on a telehandler fork lift, just for tickles and grins. He quoted $1200 a month for 28foot by 5000lbs capacity. Seems like that'd be great if I had a month off and a few hands. I'm sure when the time comes, rental would be the best option for me, seeing that I don't have the cash up front to purchase one.
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