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Necromancer

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Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« on: June 23, 2016, 08:20:49 AM »
I've been bowling off and on for over 20 years and always changed my ball surfaces manually (towel in one hand and flipping ball in other).  However, I have heard people in my leagues talking about how they adjust their balls to different grits from week to week.  I know they aren't going to pro shops to do this.  They obviously own a spinner.

Is it worth it?  The ones I saw are around $250.  Are they easy to use?  Would be cool to keep my balls the same exact grit polish week to week instead of paying pro shop $3-5 to get this done.

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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2016, 08:25:47 AM »
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #2 on: June 23, 2016, 08:28:27 AM »
I own a spinner ,& yes its worth the investment.that is if you are an avid bowler like myself.changing the coverstock from dull to polish is a snap with a spinner.
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Necromancer

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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #3 on: June 23, 2016, 08:30:54 AM »
I think I'm sold haha.  I was thinking what makes more impact to my game, yet another bowling ball and stay stuck in my old thinking of years ago (average will improve with a new ball) vs. getting a spinner finally and having a consistent coverstock finish that is the same week to week and something I can use to make 3 balls significantly different from dull to polish for standard league bowling.
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briandking1906

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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #4 on: June 23, 2016, 08:59:04 AM »
It is definitely worth it.  I primarily use mine for ball cleaning purposes, but it is definitely a night and day difference versus just doing it by hand. 
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #5 on: June 23, 2016, 09:03:22 AM »
As stated in several other spinner threads, I have had my 1/2 hp Vertex for 15 years; it has paid for itself many, many times over in convenience and insuring I can do whatever necessary to my equipment without having to explain myself to the pro shop and pay for their services.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #6 on: June 23, 2016, 09:37:26 AM »
Well worth it, have a 1/3 HP vertex for over 10 years.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #7 on: June 23, 2016, 09:53:19 AM »
1/2 hp vertex.....4-5 yrs, best bowling investment ive made
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #8 on: June 23, 2016, 10:04:39 AM »
Cover prep is essential.  I'd feel pretty unprepared if I didn't have one.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #9 on: June 23, 2016, 10:12:24 AM »
Yes, one of the best bowling investments you can make. Instead of getting another ball, get a spinner for a little bit more. you will not be disappointed. You will learn a lot in the process what works for you as well.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #10 on: June 23, 2016, 10:36:50 AM »
How do the Vise products that come in the Starter Kit (http://www.vertexbowling.com/Starter-Kit-v-starterkit.htm) compare with other products out on the market?
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charlest

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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #11 on: June 23, 2016, 11:11:17 AM »
Quote from: earlyrolling on June 23, 2016, 10:36:50 AM
How do the Vise products that come in the Starter Kit (http://www.vertexbowling.com/Starter-Kit-v-starterkit.htm) compare with other products out on the market?

I have tried the ball cleaner and it is one of the better water based cleaners available for use all the time.

The kit seems to have a lot of essential items for the beginner for a price that doesn't seem bad at all. I have no experience with their polish or compound, but Vise is a very experienced & trustworthy (as far as I know) bowling company; I would try these items with no hesitation. Polish and compound are essential items and any newbie will try several of each to see which best suits his ideas and preferences. (I can't tell you how many polishes and how many compounds I have now. Literally I have no idea. :) ) These seem good starting points.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #12 on: June 23, 2016, 11:11:47 AM »
I love my ball spinner. One of the best bowling investments I ever made.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #13 on: June 23, 2016, 11:14:36 AM »
Good investment...I've been resurfacing all my equipment (normally would cost $30 per ball at my pro shop), so it has already paid itself off many times over. Easy for sanding/polishing/cleaning.
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Re: Hi. How Many Of You Own Your Own Ball Spinner?
« Reply #14 on: June 23, 2016, 12:07:24 PM »
Ball spinner and a good pair of bowling shoes are two investments every serious bowler should make.

I've had mine for over 20 years - don't remember exactly when I bought it.  1/3 hp no spinner brand name on the spinner itself or the box it was shipped in although the motor says Dayton.  I ordered it through a proshop so I assume it was the same model as they were using.

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