Too late to chop trident in zone 9?

[Cajunrider]

I let the trident @Mellow Mullet gave me grew free. With the pending move I am reducing everything. Is it too late for a drastic chop?

 

[Shibui]

It's never too late. After leaves open is a good time to chop because compartmentalization and healing can begin right away. Can you give us an idea of how drastic a chop you intend? There could be some nuances to consider.

 

[Cajunrider]

It's never too late. After leaves open is a good time to chop because compartmentalization and healing can begin right away. Can you give us an idea of how drastic a chop you intend? There could be some nuances to consider.

Chopped. Depending on where the buds, it may be chopped further.

 

[Shibui]

Chopped. Depending on where the buds, it may be chopped further.

Gradual reduction is often a good strategy but if you are hoping for new buds all along the trunk you may be disappointed. Most trees produce buds closer to the chop site which often leaves few opportunities to cut back further. If really healthy you can get a few new shoots further down.
Best wishes for a whole forest of new buds all along the trunk(s) and strong shoots where you want/need them.

 

[Cajunrider]

 

[WIlliam_Butler_Yeets]

Love a good lumpy looking maple trunk, planning to cut my trident down to the lowest branch this season