I'll add another vote to the love-or-hate concept of the purple ice. Excaliber, if you like the ice, try something in the Gargoyle or Gryphon lines, as they are more widely liked. I had an ice and, on the right conditions, it was awesome. Unfortunately, I just couldn't get the hang of it, so it is gone. The granite and green gargoyles are both excellent balls. The Granite works wonderfully polished or dull while the greenie is as good of a lighter condition ball as you're going to find. Visionary makes some great gear at great prices, and their customer service people are awesome. So if you liked the ice, pick up something else and prepare to be really amazed.
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Bowling is without a doubt the dumbest, most pointless, most idiotic excuse for a game that has ever been invented. So, what time are we bowling tomorrow?