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adman

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Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« on: May 24, 2007, 01:33:36 AM »
After speaking with several people at the alley, I've found several people who have different span and pitch measurements on their spare ball or ten pin ball. I have been told that this is a no no and I've also been told that a more relaxed grip is a common practice with spare balls. Any suggestions or opinions?

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chaos10187

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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #1 on: May 24, 2007, 09:49:49 AM »
I want to make sure every ball feels the same, Doesn't matter if its a spare ball or my Ambush, I want them all to feel alike. Span, grip, everything. Because I have been known to use the spare ball as a strike ball on harsh dry conditions.
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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #2 on: May 24, 2007, 09:59:58 AM »
I actually know some guys who use a Sarge Easter on their spare ball.  It helps them throw straighter.

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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #3 on: May 24, 2007, 10:06:57 AM »
It's got to be the same for me, or it just doesn't feel the same when it comes down to throwing at that damn 10 pin

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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #4 on: May 24, 2007, 10:15:22 AM »
Well, personally, I like both grips the same - I even tape the spare ball for the same fell, even though I release it much different from my strike shot. On the other side, I guess that some more reverse thumb pitch can help with a relaxed release. Some players also prefer lighter spare balls for better control. I do not think that there is a general no-no to different pitches or grips, just what works best after trials. But I'd say that any difference might be an inherent source of error (I am quite conservative in this point).
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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #5 on: May 24, 2007, 10:25:31 AM »
I can't imagine why someone would want a different "feel" when picking up a spare ball.  The whole idea of a plastic ball for spares is that you can use your "normal" release and cover fewer boards (i.e. go straighter) due to the low friction coverstock.  A different span/pitches (in my opinion) in your spare ball would result in releasing it differently, therefore introducing some unneccessary inconsistancies into your game.  If you like a shorter, more relaxed span or more reverse/forward in your thumb pitch or whatever, fine, but do it to all of your equipment, not just a spare ball.

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Re: Spare ball and Strike ball Spans
« Reply #6 on: May 24, 2007, 02:00:51 PM »
Thanks for the input. For myself I need to have the same feel with all of my equipment. If I don't it tends to make my release inconsistent and then I really get mixed up.