Leuf wrote:

I would just add if the saw doesn't have a large table you may find it
easier to rip off a piece that is large enough to cut all 4 pieces
from first. In other words take 4 x 2" plus 3 saw kerfs 3 x 1/8" plus
a little bit to be safe, so say 8.5". This makes the first cut a bit
more balanced and at a width that you don't need a push stick for.
Then when you are using the push stick you don't have so much weight
to deal with.


-Leuf

I agree with Leuf but would go a little wider, say 9" until you get a
little more practice.