Blue Ribbon break played by Robby Turner

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Mark Hargrove
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Blue Ribbon break played by Robby Turner

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Hello everyone, I am trying to figure out how the last section of the steel break is played on David Luttrell's tune "Blue Ribbon", which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwndm4Uq__4
My understanding is that it was played by Robby Turner. I don't really need tab (though that would be great) but just the basic mechanics of what is going on.

I appreciate the help.
Mark
Mark Hargrove
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Re: Blue Ribbon break played by Robby Turner

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The phrase I'm struggling with starts at 1:08.
Mark Hargrove
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Re: Blue Ribbon break played by Robby Turner

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Figured it out! Play 2nd and 3rd strings with index and middle, and 4th with thumb. Strike 2nd/3rd then 4th. Start with raised Es and let off as you slide down the neck, re-raising Es each time you hit the stings. Very cool lick and not too hard once you get the timing down.
Ron Hogan
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Re: Blue Ribbon break played by Robby Turner

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It’s actually a Hal Rugg lick.
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