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Title: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 13, 2007, 07:47:00 AM
I did it!  I contacted Betsy this morning and signed up for the Platinum Test Membership.  I will start with the AMB Particle, Frankie May Gryphon, O/B Ogre Solid, and Green/Blue Centaur for dry lanes and spares.  I will add the P/B and SS Ogres later.

The responses I got from Jason and Jim have been really helpful.  They helped me select an arsenal and drilling pattern.  Betsy is really wonderful to talk to.  I am looking forward to first drilling up the O/B Ogre.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.

Edited on 6/13/2007 3:47 PM
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Rock77 on June 13, 2007, 03:52:32 PM
Congrats man, welcome aboard. From what I've heard, you'll need Exxon Valdez to supply you with enough oil for that AMB Particle.
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: MI 2 AZ on June 13, 2007, 03:54:27 PM
Welcome to the club.


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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 13, 2007, 03:58:09 PM
Thanks, Rock77 and MI 2 AZ.  I actually bowled in a place that decided to use up all their oil before the league ended.  It seemed like I was bowling on a 50 ft. flat pattern.  A Total Inferno wouldn't move and a Storm Vertigo that usually skids and then snaps earlier on the same lanes all of a sudden had a smooth arc to it.  I remarked that if I wanted to bowl on a Sport pattern, I would sign-up in a Sport bowling league.  That is my reason I went with the AMB Particle.  I feel I can cover any lane condition with the bowling balls I suggested.  Now I just have to wait for them.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.

Edited on 6/13/2007 3:59 PM
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: getuaload on June 13, 2007, 08:38:55 PM
Welcome aboard , You will love your new equipment. VBP makes some of the best balls today.
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Visionary Test staff 07/08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: MarvinsSkeleton on June 14, 2007, 10:44:44 AM
I can't say much that hasn't already been said.  It's tremendous equipment and I know that you'll love it.  Welcome aboard!
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Visionary Test Staff Member '07-'08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 15, 2007, 10:01:34 AM
Thanks, everybody.  The bowling balls are shipping out today and I will take Jason's advice and drill up the O/B Ogre Solid next Thursday and use it during the Instructional league I bowl in on Thursdays.

I have had great experiences talking with Jason, Jim, and Betsy.  If the bowling balls are half as good as their wonderful customer service, I am in for a treat.  I can't wait until Thursday!
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 20, 2007, 04:31:37 PM
Everything arrived today, just like Betsy said.  Thanks again to Betsy, Jim, and Jason.  All were very helpful in helping me decide what bowling balls to get, what top weight and pin distance to go with, what drilling layout I should use, and packaging and getting my order to me without damage and in a timely manner.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 05:25:37 AM
lol at the guy whose name is hammerhead4life.  I mean, all you did was buy a Hammer.... which is just a name Ebonite bought from Faball.

Pot meet kettle.  Kettle meet pot.  
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Visionary Test Staff 07-08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 08:26:17 AM
Test Staff means you get around $650 worth of equipment, only paid 500 for it, and  get a discount on all future purchases.  The future discount is a bonus.  The price of the membership is less than the price of the gear you receive.  Do the math.

If Hammer, Ebonite, Brunswick, or Storm offered the same program, I'd be willing to bet ahelluvalot more people would have types of signatures we do.


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Visionary Test Staff 07-08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 09:09:33 AM
quote:
yeah..and you bought a Hammer...lol..visionary is the original owners of hammer.


Just to clear things up.  I know full well that Visionary is basically Faball with a new name.  I also know that Hammer is Ebonite with a different name stamped on the side.  So given that logic, aren't we really the Hammerheads.... and you are a part of the EboNation?  

(I made just made up EboNation, and reserve all rights, privileges, and any future royalties from it's use )
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Visionary Test Staff 07-08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 04:15:39 PM
darth_big_ern im coming to buffalo in 2 weeks which bowling alley you bowl in i got friends that are on the regional and brunswick staff@ southgate lanes lemme kno so maybe we can bowl together haha
-Matt
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 23, 2007, 04:17:22 PM
There are different types of memberships.  I chose the Platinum Membership.  I got 4 bowling balls, a KR 3-ball roller, two shirts and a towel.  Plus, you do get discounts on bowling balls and other merchandise.  I also emailed Jason and Jim Wonders many times to discuss what balls to buy and what layouts to put on them.  I then called Betsy to purchase the Platinum Membership.  Everyone I talked to at Visionary has been really helpful and pleasant to talk to.  That is why I am now using Visionary equipment.  You can't put a price tag on their excellent customer service.  The only catch is that you have to post a review of each bowling ball you purchase.

Hammerhead4Life:  What I got with the Ogre Solid is a nice, continuous arc that explodes the pins and keeps them low.  I still have the other balls to drill up, but I can't wait to try them out Thursday.

I have heard many complaints about ball death with Hammer and Ebonite bowling balls.  Some Hammer bowling balls are a sponge that needs constant cleaning and polish themselves.  I also have a Black Widow and hate it.  To each his own.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 23, 2007, 04:21:55 PM
Powermachine-: In the summer, I bowl on Thursday nights at Thruway Lanes and during the fall, I bowl at Lancaster Lanes on Tuesdays and Thruway Lanes on Fridays.  I am alos trying to get a team at Wimbledon Lanes on Thursdays.

If you want to bowl, let me know.  I am closest to Lancaster Lanes, but can get to Thruway Lanes with no problem.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: darth_big_ern on June 23, 2007, 04:31:12 PM
Hammerhead4Life:  I considered the AMB Centaur Particle last year when the lanes got really slick and nothing else would move in the oil.  The reason I didn't get the ball is that I could not justify spending that much on a condition-specific ball that wouldn't see much action.  But, I decided to go down to 14 lbs. and considered many ball companies before giving Visionary a try.  I was a little worried I would not be able to use the ball in the PBA Pro-Am.  I punched up the Ogre Solid Thursday and am very happy with the ball.  Jason and Jim were very helpful and suggested I drill up the Ogre Solid to see if I like the 4x4 drilling they recommended.  I also found a great driller.

Get the Ogre Solid.  You won't be disappointed.  If you have any problems with it, contact Jason and Jim Wonders.  They are more than willing to help out.
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Visionary Test Staff

I love the sound of falling pins anytime of the day.

I live in Buffalo, NY and contrary to popular belief, it is not snowing.
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Oskuposer on June 23, 2007, 04:50:21 PM
I joined the test staff too and its great.  Im going to Jr Gold and im going to bowl the 12 squad.  Maybe we can get a br get together at JOG.
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 05:14:01 PM
is there anyway i can join the test staff lmk please
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 05:19:18 PM
Here is the link to the membership page on the Visionary website. (http://"http://www.visionarybowling.com/IndexAlternative.html")
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Visionary Test Staff 07-08
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 05:21:39 PM
ty appreciate it
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 05:23:24 PM
Anytime.  Just tell them I referred you!!!  

If you need any help picking out your bowling balls, I am sure a few of us can help out.
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 05:26:44 PM
Yes that is the next part haha tweener about 15-17 mph prefer straighter but can move inside and play down and in suggestions?
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: jefftaker2002 on June 23, 2007, 05:27:53 PM
Hey welcome to the group and i bet u wont be dissapointed
Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 05:30:03 PM
Lol thx hmm what balls to get guys? xD
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Eddie M on June 23, 2007, 05:35:06 PM
You might want to start a new thread for choosing the balls.  Will probably get more feedback that way.
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Title: Re: Visionary Test Member
Post by: Powermachine- on June 23, 2007, 05:49:06 PM
I did ppl post please
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No us left handers do not carry everything in the house just ask Mr. Rick Lawernce