kelpdiver 2 #26 June 8, 2005 just in case there was a serious question, I don't have a very serious answer. I got one of the cheapest balls available ($65?) and more importantly, got the holes drilled for me. I used a 14 - the 16's extra heft didn't make up for my loss of aiming. With the house balls, I had the choice of light, but tight on the fingers, or ok fitting, but too harsh. Hey - that's like my canopy renting experience! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #27 June 8, 2005 Hey! This thread raises an interesting idea for a poll: Do you wear earplugs when you bowl? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstime 0 #28 June 9, 2005 I would think that you should do a couple of hundred more games before you you attempt the "gulp' reactive resin surface balls. They hook so much that there is a possibility...."don't turn your back". hehe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erroll 49 #29 June 9, 2005 Quote I'M DIFFERENT, I CAN HANDLE IT. Oh yeah? Can you do all the things on Bill Von Noballs' checklist? Have you taken a ball control course by Brian Gerball? How about letting someone with 3480 lines, ProBall and BBI rating and 11 years in the alleys show you what they can do with one of your balls. If you can emulate them, ok, then you can test out and upsize. Otherwise, stick with the balls you have until you are ready. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 0 #30 June 9, 2005 QuoteOtherwise, stick with the balls you have until you are ready. I'll do what I please with my balls! www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erroll 49 #31 June 9, 2005 QuoteI'll do what I please with my balls! As Bill Bigbeard, the inventor of the three-holes-in-the-bowling-ball, often says: the safer bowling becomes, the more ways bowlers will find to kill themselves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiver30960 0 #32 June 9, 2005 I think the safest way to learn to bowl is by "tandem bowling". This is a system whereby you, after a very brief training session, are strapped to an experienced bowler. This experienced bowler then guides you through your first line every step of the way. With tandem bowling you get all the thrills of bowling, but have somebody right there to help you get through any tough situations that may arise, such as the 7/10 split. Elvisio "make that spare, baby" Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #33 June 9, 2005 I like to bowl barefoot. I've accepted the risks, but i simply don't like wearing shoes when bowling. I like the feel of the slick polished lane between my toes. It's a sense of freedom. And yeah, i look cool too, but i swear thats not why i do it. I know others have been injured while bowling barefoot, but that won't happen to me. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #34 June 9, 2005 QuoteI think the safest way to learn to bowl is by "tandem bowling". This is a system whereby you, after a very brief training session, are strapped to an experienced bowler. Of course, then you risk getting beaten up by the regulars around the pool table when they see 2 guys...well...you know... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LawnDart21 0 #35 June 9, 2005 Just dont go blaming someone else for not warning you about the dangers of bowling barefoot when you drop a bowling ball on your foot.......... -- My other ride is a RESERVE. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #36 June 9, 2005 i suggest there be a manufactures regulation on upsizeing of your balls. more regulation, by golly, thats the answer. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #37 June 9, 2005 And who should enforce this regulation? The USBA? They have no real power. Unless it come from the BAA and is law it won't work and laws restricting my freedom is turning us into a dictatorship. Edited to add:Perhaps this should be moved to Bowlers Corner. Stupidity if left untreated is self-correcting If ya can't be good, look good, if that fails, make 'em laugh. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squirrel 0 #38 June 9, 2005 yes, i agree, but the objective is to provide and establish a safer and more gentle bowling enviroment. ________________________________ Where is Darwin when you need him? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #39 June 9, 2005 QuoteAh, but big balls are cool! "Well I'm ever upper class high society, God's gift to ballroom notoriety. And I always fill my ballroom; the event is never small. The social pages say I've got the biggest balls of all....." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WILDBILLAQR 0 #40 June 9, 2005 QuoteI think the safest way to learn to bowl is by "tandem bowling". This is a system whereby you, after a very brief training session, are strapped to an experienced bowler. This experienced bowler then guides you through your first line every step of the way. With tandem bowling you get all the thrills of bowling, but have somebody right there to help you get through any tough situations that may arise, such as the 7/10 split. Elvisio "make that spare, baby" Rodriguez -------------------------------------------------------- Isn't tandum bowling still considerd experimental? I prefer static bowling where a SBI has a rope on you to help throw the ball. That way you don't foul. Ive seen those kids coming off "accelerated free bowling" but they just don't have the ball skills needed to keep them alive!---------------------------------------------- "Thats not smoke, thats BUCKEYE!!" AQR#3,CWR#49 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scaryshari 0 #41 June 9, 2005 I just don’t understand people like you who insist on making a risky sport even more dangerous. I have broken myself using a highly loaded ball WITH shoes on. I think you need to take a breath, step back, consider playing with Nerf balls or at least move down to the bumper lanes. You are a bowling incident waiting to happen. is Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #42 June 9, 2005 Just replying at the end for ease-Everyone, this is some of the funniest stuff I've read lately. Thanks for improving my day.I am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rainbo 0 #43 June 9, 2005 i'M GETTING COFFEE UP MY NOSE HERE FOLKS...Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beerlight 0 #44 June 9, 2005 QuoteOne of my first fractures was from a bowling injuryQuote Somehow Shari, I wasn't shocked by your comment hahahahaha! and two, Bowling...[insert sarcasm].."now there's a sport" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites scaryshari 0 #45 June 9, 2005 Okay...Mr. Beerlight!! Lemme shock ya with my first jumping injury. 1997 - Pogo Stick (nice new plate in my leg and 6 screws in my ankle) is Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amanduh 0 #46 June 9, 2005 Dude..doesn't surprise me either..this is Shari we are talking about...Ms. Injury from running through the hanger.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites scaryshari 0 #47 June 9, 2005 DAMNED YOU!!! is Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites LawnDart21 0 #48 June 9, 2005 QuoteI have broken myself using a highly loaded ball WITH shoes on. Were you warned you were in over your head by other bowlers? You probably thought you could handle it though. Just remember........... NO ONE REMEMBERS YOUR STRIKES & NO ONE FORGETS YOUR GUTTER BALLS.............. -- My other ride is a RESERVE. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites WrongWay 0 #49 June 9, 2005 QuoteOne of my first fractures was from a bowling injury. It is, indeed, a dangerous sport. Don't play with heavy balls with giant finger holes - 16# ball on left foot See, this is the kind of pattern we need to avoid. Newer bowlers are finding it "cool" to upsize their balls quickly without taking precautions and making the effort to get the proper training to do so. Before upsizing your ball, you must ask yourself, "Can I make a spare in any condition?". You must ask yourself, "What if the floors are waxed or someone has spilled their drink in my way....can I still safely and accurately achieve my goals without endangering other bowlers or spectators?". If your answer is no, then you are NOT ready to take on the challenge of bigger balls, PERIOD. Let this be a lesson to ALL newer bowlers. We must do what we can to educate all the newbies so big balls don't fall into the wrong hands or onto the wrong feet. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #50 June 9, 2005 I took a bowling class, and he taped us bowling so we could improve our form! I kid you not! Once when I was bowling, I released the ball on the back swing and almost took people out!There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 5 Next Page 2 of 5 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
scaryshari 0 #45 June 9, 2005 Okay...Mr. Beerlight!! Lemme shock ya with my first jumping injury. 1997 - Pogo Stick (nice new plate in my leg and 6 screws in my ankle) is Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanduh 0 #46 June 9, 2005 Dude..doesn't surprise me either..this is Shari we are talking about...Ms. Injury from running through the hanger.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scaryshari 0 #47 June 9, 2005 DAMNED YOU!!! is Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LawnDart21 0 #48 June 9, 2005 QuoteI have broken myself using a highly loaded ball WITH shoes on. Were you warned you were in over your head by other bowlers? You probably thought you could handle it though. Just remember........... NO ONE REMEMBERS YOUR STRIKES & NO ONE FORGETS YOUR GUTTER BALLS.............. -- My other ride is a RESERVE. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WrongWay 0 #49 June 9, 2005 QuoteOne of my first fractures was from a bowling injury. It is, indeed, a dangerous sport. Don't play with heavy balls with giant finger holes - 16# ball on left foot See, this is the kind of pattern we need to avoid. Newer bowlers are finding it "cool" to upsize their balls quickly without taking precautions and making the effort to get the proper training to do so. Before upsizing your ball, you must ask yourself, "Can I make a spare in any condition?". You must ask yourself, "What if the floors are waxed or someone has spilled their drink in my way....can I still safely and accurately achieve my goals without endangering other bowlers or spectators?". If your answer is no, then you are NOT ready to take on the challenge of bigger balls, PERIOD. Let this be a lesson to ALL newer bowlers. We must do what we can to educate all the newbies so big balls don't fall into the wrong hands or onto the wrong feet. Wrong Way D #27371 Mal Manera Rodriguez Cajun Chicken Ø Hellfish #451 The wiser wolf prevails. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #50 June 9, 2005 I took a bowling class, and he taped us bowling so we could improve our form! I kid you not! Once when I was bowling, I released the ball on the back swing and almost took people out!There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
