If there was a rule there would need to be markers and foul sensors on the lanes but how they would catch it is beyond me.

the object of the game is to knock down as many pins as possible. whatever measurs need to be taken to complete the object are fair game. Don't hate someone, or try to limit someone who has the abilities to do something that you do not. I guess you think everyone should get a trophy too.

My short answer, no.

I guess the question would be as to the purpose of the ban.  Is protection of the lane the spirit of the rule?  I think we have to dive deep into the purpose of the rule.......I can't think of a good argument with the exception of protecting the lane surface.

I would say no right now, but if a logical argument for the ban is put forth I'll certainly vote for it.  I just don't think it exists.

How would this "Air Foul" rule be enforced? Will centers have to install plexiglass panels hanging from the ceiling down to about 1 foot above the lanes? That'd be cool.

The reason most proprietors tried to discourage a lot of loft goes back to the days of wood lanes. A hard wood of maple was used in the heads just past the arrows (about the 15 foot mark). At that point they used cheaper pine that was much softer. And the pindeck was maple or a synthetic material.

You could see the difference in the color and texture of the wood and the splices that lead into it.

If you lofted a ball onto the pine it would leave an indentation in the lane that could effect the roll of a ball. Lanes need to be resurfaced (sanded down) and new finish applied (Lacquer, Urethane, etc) every year or two.

Synthetics are much harder and are not as effected by loft as wood.

All lanes should be like the Pete.

Or maybe it should be mandated that we all deliver it off of the kids/handicapped ramp.

I stumbled on this last week.  Big air...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b62T_8u-nMI