Re: Mark\'s talk at New England Grows
Yes, I was there and Mark’s talk (along with Todd’s) was the highlight of the show IMO. Mark’s easy flowing presentation style makes listening to him a joy. He presented slides of various rigging situations, such as the use of multiple blocks (to distribute loads) and DWT configurations (to gain MA), as well as how you should go about deciding what type of rigging plan you are going to be using. He also talked about forces and how to estimate reaction forces and loading on the rigging and anchor points.
He asked the audience questions to get us involved in the discussion and we in turn asked him questions, which he gladly and thoroughly answered. Some speakers can get thrown off their game plan when they get asked too many questions, but Mark gladly answered all questions. I tend to ask a lot of questions at seminars, because sometimes the audience seems to be hesitant about speaking, but I don’t mind yapping and Mark was great with that. I know that I could have easily have listened and watch slides all afternoon on the rigging/climbing.
Thanks Mark!
