I use 0 pitch. I dont want my fingers pitched under (too much strain on the fingers) and I dont want them pitched reverse (I want to be able to grab the ball---isnt that the point?).

I also use inserts. I tried finger slugs as a replacement once. I feel that the little bit of give that inserts have allow comfort to not be so specific. When I tried finger slugs, they were so touchy. It was tough to get the right feel. Again, I was unable to grab the ball as well. By throwing without the thumb, we reduce the control we have on the ball already---I prefer having something I can grip in the fingers just for a better feel.

I do have a little oddity in that I like the inserts to be extremely tight. Always have. In some instances I probably dont even get my fingers in down to the bottom of my fingernail. I like having as much of the ball covered with the palm. Again, more control.
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I actually use one size insert too big and use almost a semi fingertip grip.  I do this to get a better feel of the ball even though I dont use a thumb.  Doing this allows the palm of my release hand to be more flush on the ball surface.  As far as finger pitches, I am 3/8 left and right, with 0 forward/reverse.  I have tried 1/8 forward.  But the problem I have is that my fingers do not want to clear the holes cleanly.  Tend to get hung up.  I like the 3/8 lateral because even with the higher track, it still allows me to get around the ball and create axis rotation which helps me get the ball farther down the lane.
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Steven Vance
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