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Question from Jake:
Q – What exactly is a Hybrid Reactive coverstock? What is it a hybrid of? I know it’s essentially a more toned-down coverstock typically seen on balls more suited to medium-to-dry oil lanes, just wondering
what it’s composition is.
A – Manufacturers recently introduced these into the market. They would usually release a solid coverstock on a bowling ball, and later a pearlized version. They then started adding in a new mixture of the two, and they have become very popular.
Q2 – Can you explain the Dual-Angle Layout process? I’ve noticed over the course of your ball-reviews that you guys seem to be using that process more and more. What exactly are the benefits of using it?
A2 – All laying out a ball does is position the core inside the ball based on your Positive Axis Point. Once you realize that is the final goal, how you get there makes no difference. Manufacturer’s have tried coming up with their own way to do this, Storm and Roto Grip have their PSA layout, Brunswick and MoRich use Dual Angle. In the end, they all do the same thing, position the PIN and Mass Bias in relation to your PAP.
Question from Relbac3:
Q – My question is… I started bowling with a 5 step approach. Switched to a 4 step approach. I feel like sometimes a longer approah may be the thing to do for speed revs or both. What is the difference, and how do you knbow when to move up or move back?
A – This is very bowler dependent. They take practice and you must choose which is more comfortable for you. On a 5 step approach, the first is usually a shuffle step, or just a minor step to get you into the approach.
Q – What exactly is a Hybrid Reactive coverstock? What is it a hybrid of? I know it’s essentially a more toned-down coverstock typically seen on balls more suited to medium-to-dry oil lanes, just wondering
what it’s composition is.
A – Manufacturers recently introduced these into the market. They would usually release a solid coverstock on a bowling ball, and later a pearlized version. They then started adding in a new mixture of the two, and they have become very popular.
Q2 – Can you explain the Dual-Angle Layout process? I’ve noticed over the course of your ball-reviews that you guys seem to be using that process more and more. What exactly are the benefits of using it?
A2 – All laying out a ball does is position the core inside the ball based on your Positive Axis Point. Once you realize that is the final goal, how you get there makes no difference. Manufacturer’s have tried coming up with their own way to do this, Storm and Roto Grip have their PSA layout, Brunswick and MoRich use Dual Angle. In the end, they all do the same thing, position the PIN and Mass Bias in relation to your PAP.
Question from Relbac3:
Q – My question is… I started bowling with a 5 step approach. Switched to a 4 step approach. I feel like sometimes a longer approah may be the thing to do for speed revs or both. What is the difference, and how do you knbow when to move up or move back?
A – This is very bowler dependent. They take practice and you must choose which is more comfortable for you. On a 5 step approach, the first is usually a shuffle step, or just a minor step to get you into the approach.
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4 Responses to “Talk Bowling #79 – Hybrid Reactive Coverstocks, Dual Angle Layouts,”
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Im working on my backswing because i keep going behind me with the ball and i was wondering how good is a figure eight backswing? Is it more consistent when you start throwing it like that or is it not recommended? Im a cranker that throws right around 18 mph
Also, how do you get the turbo 2n1 outer sleeve out of a bowling ball. My pro shop guy has never dealt with them before and i had mine drilled at a different place a couple hours away.
To try and replicate a figure 8 swing can really throw people off some times. It's better to swing the ball naturally. Parker Bohn and Wes Malott naturally have a figure 8 swing. What you need to work on is letting the ball swing your arm instead of you bringing the ball back. If you relax your arm in the backswing and let the weight of the ball take your arm back, the ball will never go behind your body.
As for the outer sleeve, a small screw driver and a rubber mallet will work. There's really no way to get it out in one piece. You've just got to break it apart until you get it all out.
To gain consistancy seek out a certified coach in your area. The key to consistancy is your timing. Problems with timing can stem from your pushaway and your foot speed. You really need an educated coach who knows what to look for to help you with that. You'll be amazed how much good timing will improve your accuracy.