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Title: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Kid Jete on January 30, 2004, 09:10:28 AM
I haven't bowled competetively for about 10 years and am trying to gather up some new equiptment to start up again.  When I quit everyone basically used the same ball for everything(atleast I did cause I was young and didn't move the ball much anyway).  So what should I pick up for a spare ball?  Just any inexpensive plastic ball?  Do most use a spare ball the same weight as their strike ball?  I ordered a 15# X-Factor Reloaded to start off with and now I just need to get a ball for the corner pins.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Ernie McCracken on January 31, 2004, 12:22:51 AM
I've got an old Ebonite, it hurts me to say that name, Maxim IV for a spare ball.  It's a really nice brown pearl color!  (Barf)
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Kid Jete on January 31, 2004, 12:24:56 AM
lol Ernie... thanks guys was just making sure.  Now to go out and find a cheap spare all eh?
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Rev_O on January 31, 2004, 02:34:25 AM
miller lite vis a ball for all of my single pin spares.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: arakasi on January 31, 2004, 05:05:15 AM
I use my trusty old pink hammer. For double wood spares I'll stay with
my strike ball.
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: AdrianS on January 31, 2004, 07:58:30 AM
Red Rhino(how the hell did Brian Voss ever win a tour stop with one of these?)
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: MSC2471 on January 31, 2004, 08:48:40 AM
I use my strike ball at 19-20 mph for spares- unless it's super dry and then I would pull out my Barbed Wire for spares.

Matt
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: BadShot on January 31, 2004, 08:51:07 AM
i would think that since you're just starting back, you might want to keep it simple . . . meaning using pretty much the same release for every shot.  pick up a plastic ball so you don't have to worry about hooking it.  there are alot of choices, from cheapo balls to clear covered plastics with great designs and logos.  some people use a lighter spare ball, but i'd suggest sticking with the same weight.

i use my strike ball and flatten out my wrist when i throw at the 6 & 10 pin.  i'm gradually transitioning into more straight shots for spares, unless there's a sleeper pin, but for now i'm hooking at most spares.

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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Rock77 on January 31, 2004, 09:15:37 AM
A plastic Columbia White Dot
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: beeker on January 31, 2004, 09:36:54 AM
I use a visaball Boston Red Sox 14lb for the 9, 10 and 6-10 pins.  The only problem with it is it doesn't do well in a clutch situation!  Go figure!
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Brickguy221 on January 31, 2004, 09:46:22 AM
I use whatever ball I am using for my first ball that day, except for the 6 and 10 pins in which I use an XXXL for.

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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: A_P_K on January 31, 2004, 10:01:32 AM
I myself like Brick, use my strike ball for anything except the 6 and 10 pins, which I use a Glowing Amulet to pick up.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: charlest on January 31, 2004, 12:50:26 PM
Blue Dot.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: LuvThatWhiteDot on January 31, 2004, 01:59:56 PM
Black/Caramel/Silver White Dot in the same weight as the strike ball
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Buzzhead on January 31, 2004, 02:02:58 PM
i use a blue vapor speed zone for shooting and spares . once in a while i will use my danger zone . but mostly i use my lighter 10 lb speed zone with a 4 inch pin . i can get it to move better across the lanes than my saws for spare . ask buzz i am one who don't miss my spares very often . if i am off my game then i will miss them . if just starting out i would get a plastic too . just grab a cheap one for now till you find the kind that is comfortable to you.


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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: lane1lefty on January 31, 2004, 02:26:12 PM
White Dot.
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: no1bucsfan on January 31, 2004, 02:33:06 PM
xxxl, for all spares, since it gives the same carry and hit power of a reactive, plus I can throw it straight.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: MoAb on January 31, 2004, 02:34:16 PM
Brunswick Target Zone, Hits those nasty corner pins every time. It never misses its target.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: TheBowlingKid25 on January 31, 2004, 02:38:43 PM
Urethane Columbia Scout First ball I ever had.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: Kid Jete on January 31, 2004, 08:03:09 PM
Thanks for the awesome responses everyone I didn't expect this much help lol.  I'll probably just steal one of my dads dots from the stone age since he doesn't bowl anymore haha.
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: srlunatic on January 31, 2004, 08:05:50 PM
for me...

whatever I am using for my first ball and flattening out the shot...

this was how I learned growing up and is the comfy way for me....could never use a spare ball..but worth a try if you are coming back.....
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Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: TheBowlingKid25 on January 31, 2004, 08:10:54 PM
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I didnt expect this many responses
Jete, you'll find if you stick around here BR(ball reviews) is dare I say...like a family. I mean not like we are all best friends, but for the most part we all get along and have fun, and help each other with our games and/or questions, or whatever you need help with. Have anymore questions, put'em up and they will get answered if someone knows the answer.
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Edited on 1/31/2004 9:08 PM
Title: Re: So what kind of ball do most of you use for spares?
Post by: hotstoy on February 01, 2004, 01:07:21 AM
I use a Visionary Clear Gargoyle(polyester)-- same weight as other balls.