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Bowler19525

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Heavier/Flatter House Shots
« on: July 21, 2015, 02:24:40 PM »
Over the past several weeks, my usual house has been laying down a heavier volume, flatter house shot.  The proprietor has indicated this change is a response to the stronger, more aggressive bowling balls being introduced by the ball manufacturers.  The proprietor is concerned these balls are having a detrimental effect on the longevity of the lane surface itself.  Thus, the need for the heavier, flatter pattern.  Averages at the house over the past several weeks are down about 20 pins as a result.

Are other bowlers seeing this trend in their houses, or hearing similar comments from other proprietors?
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avabob

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Re: Heavier/Flatter House Shots
« Reply #16 on: July 24, 2015, 09:56:10 AM »
A couple of comments.  First, overall volumes have been increasing for years, in part to help the lanes stand up to higher friction balls.  Second, most house shots would score just as well if volumes were substantially increased outside of second arrow.  As many bowlers struggle with the wet dry on a top hat, as are benefited by the ability to swing to the gutter and back. A long 5 or 6 to one ratio pattern will give lots of hold area to make up for the minor ob impact of 6 or 7 units outside. 
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