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ikaikastrength

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Did I get a good deal?
« on: November 23, 2012, 04:38:13 PM »
I recently purchased 5 bowling balls for $200. I bought a NIB reign supreme. And used I got roto grip theory, brunswick C System 3.5, Storm shift and core power lrg..... Good purchase? Trying to expand my ball arsenal as Im planning on going to nationals this year.

 

rockerbowler18

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #1 on: November 23, 2012, 04:40:52 PM »
Nothing to do backflips over but I'd say you got a pretty good deal as long as it's all in decent condition and it will all help you.

charlest

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #2 on: November 23, 2012, 06:50:30 PM »
Sorry, but I have to ask:
If you did not believe you got a good deal, why did you go through with it?
You should have researched those balls before paying for them, no?

Now, it is too late to go back.

As the previous poster said, as long as they are in good shape AND you don't already have the ball reaction they provide in your arsenal, all is good.

Next time, do your research first. Then you won't have to ask anyone else for their approval.
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tommyboy74

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #3 on: November 23, 2012, 07:37:34 PM »
+1
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ikaikastrength

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #4 on: November 23, 2012, 09:38:36 PM »
Thank you for your input. I guess i was being a little indecisive as was my first time purchasing used equipment so uncertain of going rate for balls were. I did research the equipment before i bought them using this site and youtube. They should fill some gaps in my ball arsenal but we will see how they perform once i get them drilled up.

Rightycomplex

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #5 on: November 23, 2012, 10:51:34 PM »
How many drills on the LRG? It was a really good smooth rolling ball for its time. I still have one and pull it out when the lanes get stupid dry.
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Rightycomplex

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #6 on: November 24, 2012, 06:49:14 AM »
Sorry, but I have to ask:
If you did not believe you got a good deal, why did you go through with it?
You should have researched those balls before paying for them, no?

Now, it is too late to go back.

As the previous poster said, as long as they are in good shape AND you don't already have the ball reaction they provide in your arsenal, all is good.

Next time, do your research first. Then you won't have to ask anyone else for their approval.

Don't listen to this guy he's a total douche.

What FACT do you have to make such an uneducated response to good advice?
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tommyboy74

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #7 on: November 24, 2012, 11:39:43 AM »
Twist is just a troll on this site, calling everyone out whenever he feels like it.  He's just mad that we gave him quality advice and it wasn't what he wanted to hear.  Plus, he's also mad that we were upset at him for posting at least 8-9 topics on his Modern Marvel, which were all the same.  Then, he was mad that I called him out for lying about his experience when he said he has bowled for years yet he posted that he was new to the sport.   To answer your question Rightycomplex, twist has no facts to make an uneducated response to good advice.  Especially from charlest, who is one of the most respected members on this site and has helped many, including myself.  He just stirs up trouble ever since he started posting on here about a week ago.

Anyways, back to quality advice.  What I would say is that if the 5 balls fill a gap or provide a reaction in the arsenal that you don't have or have been missing for a lane condition, then it was a good purchase.  Originally it was questioned if you did research, which you clearly state you did. 

The only spot I can see some potential overlap would be with the Theory and C-System 3.5 as both are good on heavy oil.  This is where using different layouts will make the difference.  What I would do in this case is possibly drill the Theory pin down to give it an earlier read in heavier oil due to the slightly stronger cover.  Then, I would go pin up with the 3.5 to give yourself additional length but have the motion be primarily on the back. 
« Last Edit: November 24, 2012, 11:42:47 AM by tommyboy74 »
Current Ball Arsenal
Heavy:
MOTIV Jackal Legacy
MOTIV Mythic Jackal

Med-Heavy:
MOTIV Trident Odyssey
MOTIV Forge Fire
MOTIV Covert Revolt

Medium:
MOTIV VIP ExJ Sigma
MOTIV Sigma Sting
MOTIV Pride Solid

Medium-Light
MOTIV Venom Shock
MOTIV Tribal Fire

ccrider

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #8 on: November 24, 2012, 12:51:46 PM »
As stated above, the LRG is a pretty decent ball for light to medium.  Don't overlook it just because it is older.

ikaikastrength

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #9 on: November 24, 2012, 01:05:22 PM »
I will take those layout suggestions into consideration when I talk it over with my driller. All of them are in the shop starting the plug process.

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Re: Did I get a good deal?
« Reply #10 on: November 24, 2012, 10:17:44 PM »
Loved my Shift until it cracked..  We had about 4 of them crack over time.  Think you got a good deal though..