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Mesiad

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Ball Suggestions
« on: November 09, 2016, 08:26:08 AM »
I'm looking for some help on ball suggestions. I bowl 2 handed so I have high revs, but I also have high speed. About 18-20. 15lbs. Currently I throw a Hammer Ontx vibe, and a storm fight. Neither really hook as a result of my high speed. I know I should slow my speed down but I'm not comfortable doing so. I'm looking for a ball that has a lot of backend. A ball where I can stand farther left (I'm right handed) and throw it a bit outside with the ability of getting it to come back to the pocket and go strong through the heads. Layout suggestions along with it would be nice aswell. I'm looking for a little later roll but not too late to where it won't respond. Usually bowl on a house shot. Planning on getting a hy-road. I'm looking for something a little more aggressive than that, preferably storm or roto grip. But any is fine. Not a big fan of solids either. But suggestions are ok. Thanks!

 

AlonzoHarris

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #1 on: November 09, 2016, 08:36:30 AM »
I would see where the Hy-Road can't cover and go from there. Belmo makes the Hy-Road work on everything almost haha. I have a buddy that is a two handed bowler and the Wreck-It has worked nicely for him. I would suggest finding a PSO that can help dial in what you really need and drillings.
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djgook

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #2 on: November 09, 2016, 11:34:55 AM »
I am also a two hander. The Scandal and Scandal pearl will hook for you period. I have a viral solid that I took the polish off. I also have a blue urethane that hooks also. The hammer that you are throwing is probably dead. I have a question for you though. HOW can I get that type of speed?(do you have a vid of you throwing?)
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Mesiad

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #3 on: November 09, 2016, 12:09:28 PM »
I am also a two hander. The Scandal and Scandal pearl will hook for you period. I have a viral solid that I took the polish off. I also have a blue urethane that hooks also. The hammer that you are throwing is probably dead. I have a question for you though. HOW can I get that type of speed?(do you have a vid of you throwing?)

For me I'm a pretty strong and big kid, I'm 15 and have always played sports but bowling takes my heart. I've been throwing 15 lbs for a few years so I can only get stronger really. My body is also pretty loose so I'm able to give it a strong pendulum effect as you see other two handers do.

spmcgivern

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #4 on: November 09, 2016, 12:15:36 PM »
If the Fight isn't hooking enough for you, not sure what you should expect from the HyRoad.

And you may have to eliminate the "no solids" aspect.  You should want the ball that fits your needs regardless of the coverstock material.

My first impression is you need something stronger than the Fight and in the Storm world that means the Phaze II, Alpha Crux or Lock.  Speed dominant and shiny skid/flip doesn't sound like the most successful combination.

djgook

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #5 on: November 09, 2016, 12:18:49 PM »
Dam your 15! WOW
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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #6 on: November 09, 2016, 02:42:40 PM »
Can you tell us a little more of where you are standing and how you are playing the lanes now?

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Mesiad

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #7 on: November 09, 2016, 03:06:34 PM »
Can you tell us a little more of where you are standing and how you are playing the lanes now?

At my house i usually stand at 3-4 dot from the right, and aim about 2-4 arrow down lane. I know I still get quite a bit of reaction but when i get on the heavy and fresh oil im basically throwing right at the head pins, and its not where im comfortable, i do throw high speed as i noted earlier. My ideal reaction would be something like standing on 4-6+ dot range and aiming at the 1-4 arrows. Something that fits that or is somewhat close would be great.

spmcgivern

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #8 on: November 09, 2016, 04:01:10 PM »
After reading more of your posts, I would recommend finding a knowledgeable coach or pro shop to watch you bowl and let them be the ones to recommend something.  It is too difficult for someone who has never seen you bowl make a suggestion. 

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Re: Ball Suggestions
« Reply #9 on: November 09, 2016, 04:22:03 PM »
+1 spmcgivern