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babyboy

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Need some advice and vent
« on: October 22, 2012, 04:37:25 PM »
First off, I am looking to complete my arsenal by getting a Pearl ball. Just wanted some advice on a Pearl ball that has worked well for you.

Second, yesterday was my best 3 game set this year. Second game, had a chance for 290. First frame, ten pin spare. throw next 6 then in the eighth I turn my hand to early (topped the ball) and washed out. Get the spare and strike out for 265.

Third game, go front nine. Of course, people start to come and watch by now. Getting anxious so I make sure a relax and go through a preshot routine. I also hate when people who have not said anything to me all night come and start to talk to me, but that's besides the point cuz I throw the ball. Well, I end up doing exactly the same damn thing I did in the second game. Turned the ball early and the ball did not read the lane!!!! WTF

Sorry, but had to vent :(


 

tommyboy74

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Re: Need some advice and vent
« Reply #1 on: October 22, 2012, 04:41:50 PM »
It happens.  The last 3 weeks, I've had 2 teammates go the front 9 and then leave a stone 8 in 1 case, and then ball didn't read in the second.  It sucks.

For a pearl ball, what kinds of conditions were you looking to use it on?  Also, what type of speed/revs do you throw?
Current Ball Arsenal
Heavy:
MOTIV Jackal Legacy
MOTIV Mythic Jackal

Med-Heavy:
MOTIV Trident Odyssey
MOTIV Forge Fire
MOTIV Covert Revolt

Medium:
MOTIV VIP ExJ Sigma
MOTIV Sigma Sting
MOTIV Pride Solid

Medium-Light
MOTIV Venom Shock
MOTIV Tribal Fire

JOE FALCO

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Re: Need some advice and vent
« Reply #2 on: October 22, 2012, 04:46:19 PM »
Congratulations .. good shooting! People don't realize they throw you off by talking to you .. I think most have in mind to keep you relaxed! You did well .. good man!

As far as a Pearl .. at least take a look at Motiv's PRIMAL IMPULSE ..
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babyboy

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Re: Need some advice and vent
« Reply #3 on: October 22, 2012, 05:43:48 PM »
Joe, thanks for the comment and ball suggestion  :)

Tomm boy- My speed is around high 15 to low 16 mph. I really don't know my rev rate. I believe that I am a tweener, but not sure. Will have to find that out. I was playing up 10 with my freeze yesterday. There is a out of bounds from 5 or 6 board to gutter. However, I am in several leagues and each house is different. I hope this helps.

And yeah, I know what your teammates are going thru, and it does suck! SMH

tommyboy74

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Re: Need some advice and vent
« Reply #4 on: October 22, 2012, 05:48:36 PM »
That does help.  Average speed and most likely average revs, you may want to take a look at the Roto Grip Bandit.  That ball has good length and a nice sharp backend.  It works well on many medium conditions and could fit you well. 

If you want something for lighter conditions, the Roto Grip Shatter is another good choice.  The Neutron Core is still one of the best symmetrical cores I have ever thrown in that line.  That ball is predictable- good length, good backend.

For medium-heavy, currently I throw an Ebonite Vital Energy.  That pearl is sanded at 4000 and gives me good length with a predictable and defined backend.  I pull that out once the lanes have transitioned or if I need extra length.  The Critical Theory is also another great piece, but may be too much ball for what you need.

Current Ball Arsenal
Heavy:
MOTIV Jackal Legacy
MOTIV Mythic Jackal

Med-Heavy:
MOTIV Trident Odyssey
MOTIV Forge Fire
MOTIV Covert Revolt

Medium:
MOTIV VIP ExJ Sigma
MOTIV Sigma Sting
MOTIV Pride Solid

Medium-Light
MOTIV Venom Shock
MOTIV Tribal Fire

babyboy

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Re: Need some advice and vent
« Reply #5 on: October 22, 2012, 06:40:50 PM »
Tommyboy, thanks again for sugguestions.

By the way, currently I have a Nano (obviously not the Pearl) and I have my Freeze in my arsenal.

Thanks again as I am trying to find the ball that fits in between the balls I mentioned above.