Another question?
I do not know of a rule that prohibits a bowler from taking a towel can removing lane conditioner from portions of the lane.
While this would probably be considered unethical, would it be illegal?
Let's see these might cover removing lane oil with a towel :
c. Any stripping (cleaning) of dressing from the lanes must be uniform from edge
board to edge board and at least from the headpin to the distance to which
dressing has been applied.
2. The lane surfaces shall not be altered or conditioned to create a ball path or otherwise
affect the course of the ball or pinfall by use of abrasives, dressings or
any other
materials or methods. (For example, and without intending any limitation of the rule,
the resurfaces, owner, manager and maintenance personnel are specifically prohibited
from creating grooves or tracks in the lane to form a continuous ball path even through
within allowable tolerances.)
E. Penalty for Noncompliance
Anyone who attempts or directs another to alter lanes to create a ball path or otherwise affect
the course of the ball or pinfall, or permits any of the foregoing to occur, is liable for suspension
of membership. A nonmember found to have taken or permitted such actions may be denied
membership until his/her application is approved by USBC Headquarter.
