I thought the same thing, tenpin. If you are using plastic on Chameleon, you either need a very high-friction surface and/or massive revs and accuracy. I've seen and considered starting with plastic from the outside on Cheetah and even Viper (again, high-friction surface), but I've never seen it done on Chameleon.
In any event, it's good that you were able to learn some things right out of the gate, dogman. In general, it seems best to try to start off playing as straight as possible on each of the five patterns. Then, as things open up, if they ever do, you can bump in and get more aggressive. The guys and gals who really do well on tour conditions are the ones who control their games. They stay out of trouble early, make spares, and then they take advantage when things begin to open. There aren't many people who can swing the ball and smash away all day long. Those conditions usually don't lend themselves to that approach.
All the best as you attack the other patterns. Stay patient, and try to learn something every time you're out there.
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