[Alan Roehrich]

In any event, both adjustment and shift timing are critical. If the band drags on the drum, due to being adjusted wrong, or due to improper shift timing, the life of the drum will be shortened. A lot of drums are now hard anodized, coated, or sleeved. That extends their life greatly. In the case of drums that have to be stopped by a band, getting it stopped quickly and completely is critical for the life of the drum. Of course, a good clean release is as well.