Author Topic: When is it socially acceptable to buy more than one bowling ball? (Read 5631 times)

Fluff E Bunnie · « **on:** July 14, 2006, 04:56:20 AM »

When is it socially acceptable among the bowling elite for someone to have more than one bowling ball? Let's take a survey. At what average do you think someone should be at before it is socially acceptable to have more than one bowling ball?

For reference, I refer you to this thread which has gone off topic:
http://www.ballreviews.com/Forum/Replies.asp?CategoryID=2&ForumID=73&TopicID=129998

If we can get some numbers here, we can average them together at the end to get a definitive answer to when it is socially acceptable for people to go out and get different balls for different lane conditions.

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Edited on 7/14/2006 12:53 PM

ThongPrincess · « **Reply #46 on:** July 15, 2006, 12:29:49 AM »

Okay, my 2 cents worth. I was consistent in the 175 - 185 average for about 8 years with a high of 194 3 years ago. I have accumulated bowling equipment through pro ams and a few purchases.

About 2 - 3 years ago my average began to slip. Do I get rid of a ball every time my average drops? I did go an get a coach, unfortuantely due to reworking my game my average dropped to 167 this year. Now, do I pick one ball and use it exclusively until the average goes back up?

Yes, I am being a bit of a smart A, but in answer to the original question, I agree with the idea of average not being the determining factor. If a bowler has the basics and wants another ball or two, go for it. I also agree coaching is money better spent while learning. A good coach will spot the flaws you are not aware of in your game. Also a good coach will assist you in determining the need for additional equipment.
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Fluff E Bunnie · « **Reply #47 on:** July 15, 2006, 10:04:48 AM »

As of 07/15/2006 10:57 AM EST

Average: 168.6 (out of six votes).

Note: If you gave more than one number, I averaged the two together to create one vote.

Maybe for fun on the next one, I will tally the amount of people who say average doesn't matter. For now, I need to run out to the pro shop and pick up some cleaners.
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Living in their pools they soon forget about the sea...
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DukeHarding · « **Reply #48 on:** July 15, 2006, 10:08:35 AM »

quote:
As of 07/15/2006 10:57 AM EST

Average: 168.6 (out of six votes).

Note: If you gave more than one number, I averaged the two together to create one vote.

Maybe for fun on the next one, I will tally the amount of people who say average doesn't matter. For now, I need to run out to the pro shop and pick up some cleaners.
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Current Arsenal:
Geddy Lee
Living in their pools they soon forget about the sea...
Disclaimer: Yes, I know who writes the lyrics.

I don't think your average is high enough to buy cleaners,

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JOE FALCO · « **Reply #49 on:** July 15, 2006, 10:40:30 AM »

quote:
When is it socially acceptable among the bowling elite for someone to have more than one bowling ball?

WHEN YOU CAN AFFORD IT!
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