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TheBowlingKid25

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Has been discussed before, but I wanna see again
« on: October 17, 2004, 10:49:54 AM »
How many people on here throw 14#? I am really thinking about going back to 14# again, not sure yet. I know for a fact that the carry is just as good, on good shots, but not quite as good on light shots. I can rev it up more then I do with 15#, and truthfully, I can admit Im a flinger, and dont have a WHOLE lot of accuracy, so more revs is better. I know, I know, just practice to be more accurate. Well, I will....later. Anyways, I think if I go back to 14# I can rev it up more, get better carry, and not wear myself out so much!! I realized Im getting totally pooped after like 5 games for PJBT's and such, and thats not cool. So what are your opinions, yes or no? Should I go back down, and sell what I have? Im probably going to get the 14# ball I have redrilled just to see, but I want everyones opinion. Thanks!
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JohnP

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Re: Has been discussed before, but I wanna see again
« Reply #16 on: October 18, 2004, 12:25:31 PM »
My experience and observations regarding 14 lb vs heavier:

I am speed challenged (14 mph on the Qubik reading is humming it for me) with medium revs.  I had always used 16 lb equipment until about a year ago.  Because of a hip replacement, I decided to try 14 lb.  Contrary to what I thought, my speed did not come up.  I did OK with the 14 lb (AZO Red Fire and a White Dot spare ball), but was never satisfied with the carry.  I have since returned to 16 lb and am carrying better.  I have also observed others that can throw the ball faster than I can use 14 lb with great carry.  CONCLUSION - The success of lighter balls is dependent on the speed the bowler can generate.  --  JohnP
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J_Mac

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Re: Has been discussed before, but I wanna see again
« Reply #17 on: October 18, 2004, 03:03:53 PM »
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The ball on a classic strike shot hits 1,3,5,9......so it's really only needing force of pin weight x 4 (2.2 pound, if so, 8.8 pound) assuming the pins are 2.2 lb. NOW- what force and angle must they be hit to maximize carry, I daresay it's going to be different for each weight. Rev rate, different for each weight.


2.2 pounds?  Well, you did say it was an assumption.

A full rack of pins weighs in at roughly 35 pounds.  A single pin should be between 3 lbs. 6 ozs. and 3 lbs. 10 ozs.  Just 2 pins outweigh a measly 6 pound ball.
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