I’ve just got my practise set back from Eamonn Curran. He replaced the reed, the bag and sealed every thing up, what a difference. Now I know why I had lots of trouble with the second octave!!To be honest I was getting a bit pissed off but I find now that I’m pushing too hard on the bag!!It has given me renewed hope, just another 20 years to go!
Gerry.
Amazing how good it feels to have a set in perfect working condition, eh? 
I must admit I’ts very good
Now, may the next 20 years feel just as good. 
That last year felt like 20 years
I know what you’re talkin’bout.
Did you hear about the big strong man?
Well he lived in a caravan with a very leaky bag and earned a reputation for being dogmatic in his approach to piping
Oh, A mhaistir, expect a phone call.