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MrEcted

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New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« on: August 13, 2006, 06:18:14 AM »
Hello,

My first post on here. I've been taking a liking to bowling lately. When I was younger I did bowl on a league and had much fun doing it. These days I don't even have my own ball, my wife and I just go and use the alley balls (yuck!) its just about impossible to get any hook on those. I am wanting to get a nice, good all-around ball. What's a good ball I can start out with that will work well in both oily and dryer lanes? I just don't know where to start with all of the balls that are available. I really appreciate any input!
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #16 on: August 13, 2006, 06:36:16 PM »
Oh God... This post is going to get ENDLESS replies that will lead you NO WHERE...

I'll say simply this: Any mid-priced ball from ANY of the major ball manufacturers will probably serve you well. Something for medium oil conditions would be best. Don't buy into the hype.

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #17 on: August 13, 2006, 06:44:08 PM »
Some high-end equipment is very condition-specific or strongly-asymmetric.  They can be difficult for a beginner (or someone getting back in the game) to control or use reliably.  Some is very versatile and forgiving, so not all high-end equipment is a bad choice.

The Wizard is a good choice, as are the Saturn, Venus, and Horizon.  The Dynothane 44 Magnum would be a good choice as well.

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #18 on: August 13, 2006, 07:15:42 PM »
RAMPAGE OR PUMA CLASSIC
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #19 on: August 13, 2006, 08:23:12 PM »
If you want a ball that is versatile and one that enables you to move around on the approach throwing different lines as the situtation calls for it, and a ball that will last a long time without dying out, get a Brunswick Absolute Inferno. I recently obtained one in a trade and it is one of the most versatile balls that I have ever owned.

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #20 on: August 13, 2006, 08:34:26 PM »
Brunswick says the Absolute is versatile, so that's no lie.
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #21 on: August 13, 2006, 08:46:33 PM »
Let me make this simple.  A mild, solid reactive is perfect.  Like the others that suggested the Saturn by Roto Grip.  The Black Ice by Ebonite.  The Pain by Hammer drilled for control.  Overtime by Ebonite.  DO NOT start high end simply because you wont know how to use it.  Start simple and work your way up.  

Other alternatives could be the Jinx by Columbia.  The Violet Gargoyle by Visionary is highly underrated.  The Blue/Green Centaur is a great ball as well.

Whichever way you go...stay simple and start with a mild solid reactive.  You will be glad you did.
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #22 on: August 13, 2006, 11:05:24 PM »
Well, I thank you all very much for the input. Sorry about the loaded question, but I did learn a bit by checking out all of the balls that you guys suggested. I think I have made a choice. I think I might go with the Hammer Doom. It has good hook potential, works well in medium lane conditions and I've read nothing but good reviews. It's also priced right for me (plus it looks cool!

Anyways, all of your feedback helped a lot. Thanks!
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #23 on: August 13, 2006, 11:16:01 PM »
Start with the best, stay with the best, Brunswick equipment

i agree with BVP Wizard.

the PowerKoil 18 cover is a solid which will give you a nice readable arc to the pocket.

the cover is very versitle, you can add polish if you need more movement in the back.

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #24 on: August 13, 2006, 11:35:32 PM »
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Well, I thank you all very much for the input. Sorry about the loaded question, but I did learn a bit by checking out all of the balls that you guys suggested. I think I have made a choice. I think I might go with the Hammer Doom. It has good hook potential, works well in medium lane conditions and I've read nothing but good reviews. It's also priced right for me (plus it looks cool!

Anyways, all of your feedback helped a lot. Thanks!


Great choice, like you, I've heard nothing bad about the Doom. Good luck, and always to remember to take the game just as it is, a game. It's fun and competitive, don't get too frustrated when you miss a spare, or get robbed on a strike. Eventually you'll lose the fun in the game if you get too hung up when you have bad leaves.
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #25 on: August 13, 2006, 11:47:38 PM »
And now for the drill pattern... crud, this is confusing!! Guess i'll have to go to a bowling alley with a pro-shop, or find someone who can help me for that one...
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #26 on: August 14, 2006, 12:03:16 AM »
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And now for the drill pattern... crud, this is confusing!! Guess i'll have to go to a bowling alley with a pro-shop, or find someone who can help me for that one...


For drilling you're definitely gonna have to talk to your driller.  Someone to watch you bowl and knows the lanes and conditions you'll be bowling on.

The downside to that is that I don't think you have a ball that fits you to show how you'd be bowling once you got the Doom drilled.  You could throw a house ball, but a conventionally-drilled plastic ball probably won't give the driller an idea of the style you'd have throwing a fingertip-drilled reactive ball.  Still, the driller will know the lanes in your area and can better make a suggestion for a good layout.

10 to 1 he puts a plain-old label drill on it anyway.

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MrEcted

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #27 on: August 14, 2006, 12:25:12 AM »
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And now for the drill pattern... crud, this is confusing!! Guess i'll have to go to a bowling alley with a pro-shop, or find someone who can help me for that one...


For drilling you're definitely gonna have to talk to your driller.  Someone to watch you bowl and knows the lanes and conditions you'll be bowling on.

The downside to that is that I don't think you have a ball that fits you to show how you'd be bowling once you got the Doom drilled.  You could throw a house ball, but a conventionally-drilled plastic ball probably won't give the driller an idea of the style you'd have throwing a fingertip-drilled reactive ball.  Still, the driller will know the lanes in your area and can better make a suggestion for a good layout.

10 to 1 he puts a plain-old label drill on it anyway.

SH


Pardon my ignorance, but what is the label drill? Just sort of the default for new people that don't know what the heck they want?
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #28 on: August 14, 2006, 07:59:34 AM »
My driller started me on a basic label leverage drill, and I still use that drill to this day.  Good length and hook potential, which is what most bowlers want.    GREAT choice on the Doom, btw, which is also one of the best LOOKING balls out IMO.    My one other suggestion:  get a lesson or two ASAP when you get your new ball drilled up.  Also, chances are that if you struggle in the beginning to be consistent, it's NOT the ball, it's the technique.  Best of luck, and let us know how it goes!
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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #29 on: August 14, 2006, 08:12:54 AM »
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If you want a ball that is versatile and one that enables you to move around on the approach throwing different lines as the situtation calls for it, and a ball that will last a long time without dying out, get a Brunswick Absolute Inferno. I recently obtained one in a trade and it is one of the most versatile balls that I have ever owned.

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I agree, this is the most versatile ball I have ever thrown.
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MrEcted

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Re: New to bowling... good all-around ball?
« Reply #30 on: August 14, 2006, 09:13:43 AM »
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My driller started me on a basic label leverage drill, and I still use that drill to this day.  Good length and hook potential, which is what most bowlers want.    GREAT choice on the Doom, btw, which is also one of the best LOOKING balls out IMO.    My one other suggestion:  get a lesson or two ASAP when you get your new ball drilled up.  Also, chances are that if you struggle in the beginning to be consistent, it's NOT the ball, it's the technique.  Best of luck, and let us know how it goes!
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Thanks! I will be sure to take a few lessons. Man, now I'm waiting with anticipation!!! I want to get out on the lanes with that ball!
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