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General Category => Online Proshops => Topic started by: El Capitán on April 14, 2006, 05:32:11 AM

Title: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: El Capitán on April 14, 2006, 05:32:11 AM: hey everyone, just wondering if anyone has done business with this user. I am contemplating buying a ball that he calls a 'BLEM' (Rule Delta 1). He says that the only thing 'wrong with these balls' is the color of the labels, and the "CG is offline." Is that a serious defect that I should heed? I want this ball, but if it's totally messed up, i don't!

It's not that i don't trust user Billy Ray (owner of this online Proshop), it's just that I don't know him.

Let me know the answers to the two q's here! thanks!!
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Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: LuckyLefty on April 14, 2006, 06:21:21 PM: I have not had the pleasure of buying a ball from Billy Ray....YET...but I'm saving up for one.

But he is a long time user out here...a well respected bowler and I know he has offered help to many of our users with drillings and all sorts of other top notch secrets. I know in this bowlers case he has taken an extravagant amount of time to help me drill and prepare balls on a shot that I could not find a wiggle to even find 1/2 of a fair shot(all of the lefties where I bowl have left except me and few other fools). BUT with his help and expertise I'm starting to see a glimmer and have actually matched up well with some of the best bowlers in our area for a bit on a shot that heavily favors righties(imagine that...some call it heaven).

I don't know him personally or live near him but he has probably spent 5 hours reading my notes and complaints and has personally called me and used his professional time (and refused compensation) to help me bowl better. When I call the center where he is the pro one knows that he is important in the area and well respected. I don't think you can go wrong.

REgards,

Luckylefty

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Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: El Capitán on April 15, 2006, 06:05:23 AM: That is excellent news guys! thanks for the input! I'm gonna give him a shot.

-Mason
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A little boy looked up at me once and said "So you must be The Striking King." Coolest thing I've been told!
I'm pretty positive I'll shoot 300... just not sure when.

Visit me:: http://www.myspace.com/3_0_0
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: BOA_ELF on April 15, 2006, 10:05:51 AM: I have seen his remarks and suggestions from ray in the Forum and does seem like a great guy. If he says the CG is marked wrong on the the ball maybe in the purchase should see if he would mark it correctly for you.

and please let us know how it goes.

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Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: Billy Ray on April 15, 2006, 12:18:22 PM: Thanks for the props guys. The CG's are marked correctly just not in line with the Pin-MB Line. I circle the CG in wax pencil for us in the shop to avoid having to hunt for them when we take them out to punch them for customers. I was skeptical at first when I ordered them myself and don't begrudge anyone for being this way with their money especially nowadays! I drilled one for myself about 4 weeks ago and practice with it and its a very nice ball!
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Billy Ray
www.raysproshop.com
"Let Us Help You Become More Competitive"
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: Leftyhi-trak on April 20, 2006, 03:18:50 PM: Billy Ray is a very stand-up guy and have always heard nothing but good from any of his customers. I am from his area and although he does not know me I am very aware of who he is. I would be willing to take a shot if I were you.
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: Law on April 21, 2006, 01:48:14 PM: I have bought from Bill twice and have no problems whatsoever.
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: El Capitán on April 21, 2006, 01:50:34 PM: yeah, I am confident in his business now b/c of these posts. Thanks y'all!
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A little boy looked up at me once and said "So you must be The Striking King." Coolest thing I've been told!
I'm pretty positive I'll shoot 300... just not sure when.

Visit me:: http://www.myspace.com/3_0_0
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: Billy Ray on June 28, 2006, 07:16:41 AM: We are currently involved in relocating the retail shop to a larger more modern bowling center with a larger pro shop space as well.
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Billy Ray
www.raysproshop.com
"Let Us Help You Become More Competitive"

Edited on 6/28/2006 3:29 PM
Title: Re: www.raysproshop.com??
Post by: Billy Ray on July 01, 2006, 10:03:55 AM: We just finished Negotiations and are moving to a larger bowling center with a Much Larger Pro Shop Space to better serve both our Walk-in Customers as well as our internet customers. Should be moved in completely operational for walk ins by August 1st. Internet sales, services and drilling will not be interrupted!

We are moving to Playdium Bowling Center in Albany NY.

We are also taking local applications for anyone interested in becoming a pro shop intern (Learn the business/Paid Intern) or part time employee (Pro Shop Experience).Someone who is local. Send info to billy@raysproshop.com

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Billy Ray
www.raysproshop.com
"Let Us Help You Become More Competitive"

Edited on 7/1/2006 10:02 AM