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Talk Bowling #66 – Painful Thumb Problems, Storm’s PSA Drilling Lay

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Oct 082010

Question from Richard McCusker:
Q – I have a “painful thumb" problem that needs to go away. Short of amputation, I’m looking for a solution. I’ve noticed a few bowlers “shaking the pain out" after releasing the ball, even when they’re rolling nothing but strikes and spares. And for less talented others, I suspect their grimacing isn’t just over a disappointing pin-fall. When I bring the subject up, the most common responses are either a shrugged-shoulder or quizzical expression. A few have told me to just wrap tape around my thumb until I get used to the pain, but I only subscribe to a “suck-it-up" philosophy when there are no other options.

A –

Today on “In The Pro Shop” we are going to cover how to layout out a ball using Storm’s PSA Drilling Instructions. This will give you an idea of how to layout a ball using the pin, mass bias (PSA) and a pin buffer to tune your ball reaction.

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Answer to last weeks question:
Q – Who has the most USBC sanctioned 800 series?

A – John Chacko Jr with 100. Second place is John Delp with 89.

Congratulations to our resident question guru kingpin on getting this one correct.

This weeks question:
Q – What is the record for the most fouls ever in one league game and who did it?

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Talk Bowling #65 – Why Do Bowlers Bring So Many Bowling Balls to

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Sep 242010

Question from Dave:
Q – I really enjoy watching Talk Bowling. My questions are some league bowlers bring in several balls 6,8 or more, is this really the way to go? I just bring in my 1 strike ball and move until it works (which is usually the tenth frame of the third game).

A – My suggestion is to have a minimum of two balls with you. One being your strike ball or ball that you tend to use most often in league. The second in my opinion should be a plastic spare ball to shoot at your spare with. If you do not use a spare ball I still feel you should have at least one other option.

When bowling in a regular league you can usually get your equipment down to two or three balls since the lane conditions generally tend to stay the same from week to week.

If you are bowling in a “sport” league or PBA experience league I can see bringing more balls in to have more options as the lane changes and certain changes are needed in equipment. To bring 6 or 8 balls into league is a little much and I find that most of the time those people tend to confuse themselves with balls changes throughout the night.

The other time to bring that many bowling balls with you is to a tournament. Sometimes you don’t know what pattern is being used. Also, you usually bowl many games on multiple lanes. It’s usually better to get the equipment to match the lane conditions, than to try to change your approach.

Question from ChristianL0530:
Q – What is the Total Invasion? Never heard of it, I was just o the web site and found nothing about a Total Invasion?

A – The Total Invasion does appear to be an overseas release of the Invasion. I was not able to find any specifics about the ball except a picture. Usually these balls are tweaked just a little and released in a different color for international distribution.

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Answer to last weeks question:
Q – What is the oldest certified bowling alley in the United States?

A – The Holler House in Milwaukee, WI was opened in 1908.

Congratulations to @DaneWoj and KingPin2897
KingPin added: It first opened on September 13, 1908. The Holler House also still has 2 lanes that need pinboys. They even have five, 15# wooden bowling balls.

This weeks question:
Q – Who has the most USBC sanctioned 800 series?

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Talk Bowling #64 – Sport Leagues Defined

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Sep 172010

Question from Phil:
Q – That was an interesting discussion of “sport leagues” and lower averages, but you neglected to explain just what a sport league is. Why would you expect the averages to be significantly lower?

A – Great question and we are sorry for assuming that our viewers knew what that was. We always try and think of it from every angle and sometimes we miss, thanks for the question.

bowl.com define sport bowling as a competitive on-lane adventure like no other. High-tech equipment and forgiving lane conditions tend to conceal weaknesses in the games of even the top bowlers. Competing on the same lane patterns used in the highest level of competition can help you fine and eliminate weaknesses in your game.

Basically using tougher lane conditions sport bowling helps bring averages back into range of what a bowler may actually be at. This is why we said it would most likely lower averages because due to equipment and lane conditions most averages are inflated quite a bit.

Question from Michael P:
Q – I was wondering what you guys think about pin placement and top weight when ordering a ball. What do you suggest that we get? Cause I ordered a new ball and got a 3-4 oz top weight and a 3-4” pin placement. I wasn’t sure what they give if you do not ask for the specs.

A – As for what pin and top weight you should ask for that depends a lot on what type of drilling you are planning on doing with your new ball. If you do not have something specific in mind and you may just use the manufacturers suggested layout then I would suggest asking for either a 2-3” or 3-4” pin and top weight would not really matter.

Remember that the biggest factor in the layout of a ball is the distance the pin is from your PAP and the placement or distance of the Mass Bias in relation to your grip or your PAP. Top weight does not play a large factor at all and the use of a balance or wight hole will bring the ball back to legal specs statically.

If a request is not made on an order our warehouse selects a ball at random. Please keep in mind that all the products we sell are first quality unless clearly stated otherwise and the specs of those balls fall within the manufacturers limits for pin distance and top weight.

Just a real quick reminder also that on bowlingball.com we guarantee your specs will be met within a 1/2” on pin placement and a 1/2 oz. on top weight. If we can not meet these specs we will contact you before we ship your order.

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Answer to last weeks question:
Q – What was the highest beginner’s first league score ever bowled?

A – It was a 253 by Bud Terrell of Bloomfield, Iowa, in 1974.

This weeks question:
Q – What is the oldest certified bowling alley in the United States?

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Talk Bowling #63 – Pink Panther Finish and Why Bowling Balls Lo

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Sep 092010

Talk Bowling – Episode #63

Question from viewer:
Q – Guys your video on the Lane #1 Pink Panther is awesome. It looks like a really good ball for all you guys. I was looking at it on your web site and had a question about the factory finish, what does 6421 mean?

A – Lane #1 bowling balls are currently manufactured by 900 Global. They have a unique finishing technique that allows the ball to be polished while maintaining some grit under the polish. 6421 means the ball is sanded down with 60 micron (230 grit), then 40 micron (320 grit), then 20 micron (500 grit), then 10 micron (1000 grit). Then it is polished with Rough Buff compound for 20 seconds two times.

Good question and keep in mind that the ball reaction can be tweaked by adjusting the surface of the ball both in grit of the sand and in the polish used.

Question from Andy:
Q – This question is for Tony, I was wondering can you hear your ball roll down the lane? I want to know this because I am not 100% sure if I am a tweener or a cranker, thanks!

A – Normally no, I do not hear anything when my ball goes down the lane. If I miss one maybe you will hear a finger hole real quick but not normally. Keep in mind this may not be the best way to figure out where your game fits. Hitting a hole while the ball goes down the lane has to do with your track and how much the ball is flaring. I know strokers and crankers whose ball you hear nothing when they throw it and visa versa.

Question from Kingpin:
Q – Why do bowling balls die, or lose all of their hook?

A – This is something that all ball manufacturers have been working on to find an answer to and figure out how to make the ball reaction last a little longer. As we have explained in previous shows these newer balls are like sponges an as you bowl they absorb oil. Over time the pores in the cover get full and this creates less friction leading to a loss in ball reaction.

The other reason comes from the surface again. The surface is full of peaks and valleys. You can see them if you were to look at it under a microscope. Over time these peaks and valleys smooth out and again create less friction on the lane leading to less ball reaction. The proper maintenance is the best way to ensure you get the most from your ball over the the life cycle of the ball.

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Answer to last weeks question:
Q – Who holds the record for the most gutter balls in one game and how many was it?

A – Richard C of Danielson, CT – 19 straight gutter balls

This weeks question:
Q – What was the highest beginner’s first league score ever bowled?

The World’s Largest Bowling Pin

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Sep 062010

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