"Grip tape helps, sure, but nothing beats the right gear when things get sketchy... learned that one quick."
- Exactly. Grip tape is a decent band-aid, but proper gear is the real fix.
- Had a roofing crew last summer swear by stick nailers for lighter weight, but after two near misses switched everyone to coil nailers—no issues since.
- Coil nailer's heavier, yeah, but steadier. Worth the trade-off when you're trying not to slide off a steep pitch.
- Also noticed fewer reloads with coil, so less downtime overall. Might seem small, but adds up quick on bigger jobs.
- Bottom line: safety and efficiency trump comfort every time.
Totally agree on coil nailers—used a stick nailer once helping a buddy reroof his shed, and it felt sketchy the whole time. Coil nailers just feel more solid and reliable, especially up high... peace of mind counts for a lot.
Yeah, coil nailers definitely feel more stable up there. I remember helping my neighbor reroof his garage last summer—he had a stick nailer, and man, it was awkward trying to balance and reload at the same time. Switched to a coil nailer halfway through, and it was night and day. If you're already up high and dealing with shingles, the last thing you need is extra hassle. Good call going with something that gives you confidence... makes the whole job smoother.
"If you're already up high and dealing with shingles, the last thing you need is extra hassle."
Yeah, totally get that. I'm still pretty new to roofing, but even I noticed how much smoother coil nailers feel. Ever had issues with jams though? Heard some guys mention it can happen more often...
Coil nailers are def smoother to use, but yeah, jams can happen now and then. Usually it's not too big of a deal—just gotta pop it open, clear the jam, and you're back at it. I've found using decent-quality nails helps a lot. Cheap coils tend to jam more often, at least from my experience. Stick with decent brands, and you'll prob be fine.
