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Equipment Boards => Track => Topic started by: A_P_K on October 29, 2003, 03:58:29 AM
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Ok, now that I got your attention......
I didn't feel like continuing the Darkside topic started a few weeks ago, because I'd rather get some fresh responses/replies/reviews.
I recently picked up a 16lb 2oz Darkside with a 3" pin out and a 2.75oz top weight.
How does the Darkside react on the lanes in comparison to balls rated for the same conditions? Say, like a Blue Gryphon, XL or any other medium to light oil ball you can think of.
Lastly, could someone recommend a drill pattern that would more or less keep the ball relatively weak.....like for LIGHTER medium patterns at the MOST?
Thanks,
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It depends on the reaction you want....do you want a weaker reaction in the backend....or do you want alot of length but with a smooth backend.
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I was speaking with Charlest last night and he mentioned going with the pin over the ring finger and CG stacked beneath it.
I'd like it to be smooth not jumpy, but still finish up relatively strong in the backend. I was looking for it to cover medium to light oil lanes and nothing more than that because I have too many damn balls as it is now. Also I have other light to medium oil equipment that have big backends already.
SO....it looks like length with a smooth arcing backend, keeping it 3-4 boards stronger than the Sonic X Solid.
P.S, I emailed Chuck and this is what he said about the coverstock and core:
quote:
Yes it is a KO punch core and the cover stock is a combination of particle
and resin
Thank you for supporting Track Bowling.
Chuck Gardner
Track Bowling
Eastern Region Account Manager
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In the old days people used to cut wood with axes.....................now and days...............they just have Executioners do it for them!
Pin_Krusher IS a serious threat to modern day bowling wood as we know it today.
Edited on 10/30/2003 4:29 PM
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For me, a drilling that is strong, but not jumpy is to put the pin below...and between the fingers with the CG kicked out about 1/2 inch. I always get a strong backend......but not skid flip at all.
goodluck
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Thanks Excaliber!
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In the old days people used to cut wood with axes.....................now and days...............they just have Executioners do it for them!
Pin_Krusher IS a serious threat to modern day bowling wood as we know it today.