Hi everyone,

I just wanted to ask you guys a question about the influence of this site and your bowling.

The reason I ask this is, When I joined BallREviews in 2001, I was looking for a site in which I can read reviews on equipment. I got more than that. I was able to ask questions by checking out the forums and latest posts.

In the past 3 years, I have learned more about bowling, layouts, weights, strategy, lane management, etc...than I have in the last 15 years.

Up until 4 years ago, I didn't know anything about layouts, PAP, MB, rev rate, etc. From the minds of various bowlers, I was able to intake loads of information at the click of a mouse.

I would like to thank everyone on this site that has helped me or anyone out with their game and/or equipment. I find that the information, advice, and friendships are priceless. Thanks to Scott Scriver and everyone here on BallReviews.

With that in mind...have you gained anything since joining Ballreviews?
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Ram
S.F. Bay Area, California

I am a guy who's game is completely self-taught, and I have been at a plateau in avg. for about the last 3-4 years.  I joined this site about 5-6 weeks ago, and the knowledge I have gained is astonishing to me.  I thought I knew about bowling before I came to this site, but the amount of experience and knowledge available here made me realize I really had no clue.

Anyway, my plateau in average has been in the mid 200's (205 or so, pretty consistent from one season to the next).  In the last 5 weeks, which incidentally corresponds to the time I have spent on this forum, my average is a tasty (for me) 219.3.  Coincidence?  I don't think so.  Thanks to everyone who has shared their knowledge and experience with greenhorns like me.
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Predicting my next opponent runs into a BUZZSAW!

Member- FOS

I have learned a lot about the game and now understand more of what my ProShop guy/coach is talking about.  I still have a lot to learn, but feel more knowledgable.

As Pinbuster said, the most valuable thing is the friendships made.
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It's not that life is too short.  It's that you are dead for sooooo LONG