This is a very helpful thread for anyone who struggles (and who doesn't) with fingerpicking. The common element seems to be the time it takes to master even a slice of a Doc Watson, or any other difficult run.

I like to occaisionally use a flat-pick and my index finger at the same time.It's just something I developed on my own because I cannot get the hang of thumb or finger picks. They remind me of some type of torture device from Medieval times, and I also can't finger pick unless I brace my pinky on the top of the guitar. Anyone else encounter these problems?

I guess they call the flat and finger picking combo hybrid picking? I use a thinner flat pick to try and balance the volume a bit.

Rick, your notes are an excellant plan for learning . Time, time, time. Practice practice practice.

Clifton53