[CAUT] strange rib damage

[Jim Busby]

I'm thinking around 600 to 1000. Nevertheless, my thought is that Kent's damage was caused either by a flaw in the wood, or a catastrophic event, like a big hit or kick.

Jim

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From: caut-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:caut-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of Dempsey Jr., Paul E
Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2010 1:21 PM
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Subject: Re: [CAUT] strange rib damage

Isn't about 4000lbs.?

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From: caut-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:caut-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of Jim Busby
Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2010 3:16 PM
To: caut at ptg.org
Subject: Re: [CAUT] strange rib damage


All,

This talk about the bellyman has me wondering 2 things; have I ever inadvertently caused such damage, because I certainly am a large person and have carved many a bridge, and secondly, how much pressure is exerted on the board when fully strung? I think I have an idea, but certainly this is more than my ample 250 pounds.

Jim