Is it true that 900 Global will no longer be approved for use in PBA events?

From my understanding, the product registration was suppose to be temporary.

As a bowler I understand the decision. As a part time regional bowler that 100% of my arsenal is 900 and AMF, I am toast. Since I am over 50 I now will have to give SASBA a stronger look. I will not have to make the final decision to drop my PBA membership for a couple months, but tax reasons may be the only reason to keep it for now. Unfortunately I asked this question before converting my arsenal to all 900 equipment and was assured that they would keep the grassroots even if the dropped off tour. I also know that I seldom see anyone in the Southwest throwing their stuff but myself, so what does that tell you about justifying the expense. I also purchased two new balls just a couple weeks ago and wish I was informed then of the decision I could have saved almost $200. Luckily Dale let me know before I ordered another ball today. I will be bowling a PBA50 event this weekend and then make a decision to go to Fort Smith or not as my final event for a long while. Personally I wish all the ball companies would stand up and say no at least to the regional fees, I understand the costs associated with the Tour but regional s seem to be paid for by the centers and entry fees not a lot other than that. Have to say a bit upset at this decision, but not sure who I am upset at; 900, PBA or myself for putting all my eggs in one basket.  I do have a sponsor deal for my tournament promotions company for items I give away to participants, but not for myself. These two items are separate in my mind, but I wouldn't promote anything I don't believe in and use.

I think it sure would be interesting if all ball companies made a stand and said screw you. Something would have to give.

I understand and kind of surprised that more companies haven't did the same.  The fee's are outrageous and there isn't any true value these days.

I've been using 3G shoes since they were called Dynoroos. When the shoe name changed to 3G, Dynoroos were no longer registered. So I called up 900G and Eric Thomas went above and beyond to get me a new pair of 3G's at a reasonable price so I could continue to bowl regional tournaments. Now with this decision, 3G will no longer be registered. I don't blame 900G, I blame the PBA for charging such outrageous fees to support a business model that has been unprofitable, ridiculous, and out of whack for many years now. For me personally, this is the last straw in my relationship with the PBA. I refuse to be forced to wear a pair of inferior bowling shoes by a different manufacturer who chooses to pay the fee. I will no longer support the PBA until they come to their senses, do away with the registration fees, and allow all USBC approved equipment. Thank you 900G for taking a stand and doing what you feel is right. Hopefully the other manufacturers will take a stand and do the same.

I've spent the better part of two years building my arsenal from 900 global
but today i find out that they are no longer on the pba approved list.
i don't have a problem with this because if it's usbc approved you should be able to
use it.i was thinking of bowling  in a few pba regionals in the southwest region but there is no way i would rebuild my arsenal for the pba. i say stick to your guns 900 global you still have my support. went out last week and bought the look and pardon the pun looking forward to more success with 900!

Here is what I find very frustrating.  Nowhere on the PBA member home page after logging in does it reference 'beginning Sept. 1 900 Global and AMF are no longer registered.  You will have a 30 day grace period'  The only thing you can identify that they are not registered is by the resource page for approved equipment.  Plus they took the offers off.   I also find it interesting that there are only 7 sponsors.  With USBC being one of them.  Are our USBC dues supporting any part of the PBA and if so how much?