Hi John, Hope the smog where you are is better than L.A., Riding in that all day could be a hard grind. I also study Kirks' P.T.. I have just ordered his dropped D brass
slide which I have been waiting to do for a year, now that he is back home in Oz. I will post a review of it after I have had it a while. I got its' twin made in leaded glass by Diamond while I was waiting so judging by how well that sounds, the brass will be astounding. Always glad to see a new member. I think you will find this is one of the quietest forums you have ever seen, don't know why but, I am usually wondering around here along with a couple of other guys.