Thank you for your honest replies.  We have always wondered what the general perception was for the "ball of the month club".  From your responses here, and the responses I have received prior, I would say that the average number is approximately 8 balls a year.  This seems to be the number where you are teetering on the edge.  While we don't plan on getting near that number, you will probably see a small increase in the number of releases in the upcoming year.  Partially because of demand, and also an outside factor that I can't really get into at the moment.

Most of our balls are in the line for several years, many of which have been for over 5 years.  This has never been much of an issue.  We like the fact that a bowler can purchase a ball when it is released and then come back a couple years later and replace it with the same ball if they want.

I was just curious about the "Flood Ball" question.  I can't tell you how many calls I receive, where someone purchases a ball for heavy oils, yet immediately polishes the ball without even throwing it.  I'm not saying that it may not work as well or better with a different surface, but I don't understand why people wouldn't atleast throw the ball in box, on the condition they bought it for, prior to adjusting the surface.

This would be our 10th year, and the idea of having an anniversary ball, possibly a reintroduction, has been thrown around here many times.  The possibility is there, but unfortunately it couldn't be from the DC line even if we wanted it to.  

Lillen,
Check your email.  I sent you a response directly to your email, so hopefully we can get your questions answered for you.

Hey Andrew,
Haven't had time to throw a line out for quite a while, but when I catch another big one I will send you pictures


Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products