I posted this in the drilling forum but thought I could get more thoughts here.

I'm wondering what layouts tend to work for you guys, and what type of layouts(if any specific ones) typically give a good reaction on sport patterns. What type of reaction is that for you?

My thinking is that very controllable reactions are typical for sport patterns, not exactly a true arc but definitely not skid/snap. That would help avoid over/under right? Then there's the question of the ball having enough energy/entry angle to carry. I'm wondering how one would acheive a reaction like that through layouts.

My stats are in my profile. I prefer to play straighter but most times it seems like that type of line just isn't there for me unless I don't come around the ball as much. That could be just because the PBA patterns I've been bowling on at a particular house is hooking a little more than it should be.
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My Arsenal:

Rival
Counter Strike
Avalanche Solid
Maxim

i used to be strictly a straight player but have evolved in to a tweener like brian voss. i can still throw it straight when necessary but can also move in and swing it. i'm by no mean a power player and tend to make adjustments more like an old school player would. i'll usually change balls last....i'll make subtle adjustments with my ball speed, angle of attack, or change in axis rotation first. that being said, i usually use just two(2)layouts on my equipment and rely heavily on surface adjustments on the coverstock on the ball. an arsenal with a variety of surfaces will give you more help and versatility than an  arsenal with multiple drilling patterns......especially when the lanes are tough.