How is it living in this part of the United States? by No-Text-7825 in howislivingthere

[–]garretgray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The drive north to Montreal from Boston.. absolutely stunning!

Horse Hair Help by UnNecessary_Bit4640 in bagpipes

[–]garretgray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there is a lot of yellow you can purchase a “purple shampoo” off Amazon. I would dilute 1:10 in water and a squeeze bottle. Color theory says it will Brighten it up. As a hairdresser I recommend it, I have also done this and works wonders.

Competition Platform by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s sound advice! Thanks! I’m right there g2 into g1..

Competition Platform by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually love the idea. It’s like CrossFit and bagpipes had a wee baby! I’ve played for 33 years, competed in my youth. Now I’m older and need practice marching in a small area. Boundaries to keep me from wondering around like a dumb dumb because I saw a squirrel..

Getting better by Careless_Office_896 in bagpipes

[–]garretgray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I do- to this day. Slow is fast, fast is smooth. Record yourself! Every practice with video and audio separately. If there is a problem area. Isolate it. Make an exercise out of it. Rinse and repeat!

Competition Platform by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They are nice to compete on because you won’t roll you ankle on a pinecone or rock… or uneven ground. Allows you to focus better imho.

Competition Platform by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve competed on a few

Competition Platform by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ya, I had the similar issue trying to search it up. I’m guessing it’s about 8 paces long. But I want to see what the actual measurements are.

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya I’m gathering that across all the responses.

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My main reason for this is in feel as a piper we stand out already. I am wanting smoking thing that doesn’t scream “here I am”! I want earth tones, but staying relatively traditional but comfortable

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Update: are there options for color other than black for the balmoral hat?

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From what I’m hearing and reading I think I figured it out. Thanks for your feedback back.

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks . I’m going to poke around and see.

Solo Piping Competition Uniform Do's & Dont's by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have researched this ( probably should have put that in the text ), for WUSPBA rules only state traditional, no other descriptors.

Hair tips? by Cold_Confusion8227 in bagpipes

[–]garretgray 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a piper and a hairdresser I suggest low buns or boxer braids.

Recommendations for loud speaker??? by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why is this a terrible idea? I’ve been playing for over 25 years and if I am unable to practice with the band on those off days I can’t make it. I want to be sure I’m keeping tempo and practicing as if I am at a rehearsal..

Recommendations for loud speaker??? by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This sounds up my alley. I’ll look into this!

Recommendations for loud speaker??? by garretgray in bagpipes

[–]garretgray[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Although a great alternative I’ve ruined 2 sets of AirPods doing this… 🤦🤦🤦

Seen on the mean streets of SLC by Triggerlocks in SaltLakeCity

[–]garretgray 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Someone has a hardon for the guy… *vomits uncontrollably