On Fri, 6 Nov 1998 16:03:04 -0600, Joel Jones wrote: >List; >I'm working on a grand action off campus where I don't have 4 wheel carts. >There is no way to get close to the stage without walking a long distance >carrying the aciion of a 9' grand. Ouch, my aching back. > Anyone have any good tips on how to move this action without >loading up an extra cart? I'm wondering about a 2 wheel handcart, but that >also takes up extra room I don't have in my car. > Suggestions are gratefully appreciated. >Joel > > > > Joel and list, I have found years ago that it is most comfortable to carry heavy items on your shoulders. Some will undoubtedly balk at the idea of hoisting that delicate machine up onto ones shoulder but if your going more than a couple of feet I'd rather have the help of a straight back and a more comfortable walking position. Naturally a cart of some sort would be infinitely better. Of course I discovered all this long after I already wiped out my back. Oh well! Greg Newell Greg and Mary Ellen Newell Greg's Piano Forte` Lakewood, Ohio 44107 gnewell@en.com
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