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by fufu
May 8th, 2019, 2:28 pm
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: Question on lateral pitch on fingers
Replies: 13
Views: 4012

Re: Question on lateral pitch on fingers

I think that there is more variables than that in the modern bowling release. Release efficiency is all about relaxing the muscles at correct timing. Basically there is three aspects in ball rotation speed: the more bowler can get fingers under the ball before release, the more bowler can get finge...
by fufu
May 7th, 2019, 6:05 pm
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: Question on lateral pitch on fingers
Replies: 13
Views: 4012

Re: Question on lateral pitch on fingers

Ron Hoppe will start your finger pitches with 1/2 to 3/4 REVERSE. Immerse yourself in the advices given on this forum and best of luck. I’ve yet to see anyone with any significant rev rate using 1/2 to 3/4 rev in the fingers. I’m in his neck of the woods and drilled a couple of his fits for people ...
by fufu
May 7th, 2019, 5:53 pm
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: 2019 USBC OC - Observations From Those Who Have Bowled
Replies: 27
Views: 4505

Re: 2019 USBC OC - Observations From Those Who Have Bowled

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Here is a recap of my experience at this years OC.
by fufu
April 26th, 2019, 2:40 pm
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Heavy Volume struggles
Replies: 6
Views: 1792

Re: Heavy Volume struggles

What are your specs? Sweetspot 105* total 1.25:1 Ratio Asymmetrical layouts Totally Strong ........... 55-4.5-30 Midlane .................... 35-4.5-50 Benchmark ............... 60-4-45 Long and Strong ........ 80-4-45 Control...................... 60-4-65 low flare ................... 80-2.25-45 F...
by fufu
April 26th, 2019, 2:37 pm
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Heavy Volume struggles
Replies: 6
Views: 1792

Re: Heavy Volume struggles

MegaMav wrote:Work on playing softer.
It allows you to play parts of the lane others cant.
Throwing equipment at a flaw isnt the answer.
Obviously I can do that. As I said I’m “exploring” different layout ideas.
by fufu
April 26th, 2019, 4:19 am
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Heavy Volume struggles
Replies: 6
Views: 1792

Heavy Volume struggles

I recently got back from the USBC Open Championships. The D/S pattern played tight and slick. My Halo, 60x4.5x30, at 1000 just wouldn’t get up to flush. My Idol, Xx4.5x65, at 500 wasn’t much better. This is the second time is 3 months I’ve run into problems where I was completely in jail. The simple...
by fufu
February 14th, 2019, 7:32 am
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: Twister Pins
Replies: 1
Views: 752

Re: Twister Pins

They fly around more, carry is generally better from my experience. How the propensity to see odd leaves is increased
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 4:53 pm
Forum: The Pro Shop
Topic: ProEdge Custom Thumb inserts
Replies: 1
Views: 1258

Re: ProEdge Custom Thumb inserts

Yes. I outsource this to a customer in exchange for reduced services cost. You can also put these into the switch grip sleeves.
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 4:15 pm
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: Will we ever see another Earl Anthony?
Replies: 25
Views: 4958

Re: Will we ever see another Earl Anthony?

A pure stroker might win a tournament here and there, but will never dominate for even one season ever again. The game has become a power game. It’s no different than golf. If you don’t hit the golf ball at least 265-270 yards IN THE AIR, then you will not routinely compete on the PGA tour. The same...
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 5:51 am
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Spec Changes - Rotogrip Hot Cell Layout
Replies: 2
Views: 1033

Re: Spec Changes - Rotogrip Hot Cell Layout

Speed and revolutions need to be off the hand. While i can transpose the time from release to the head pin rpm average is not so easy. Even by your own assessment and thinking you need to adjust totals by 5* degrees is not enough to re-do a whole arsenal. Utilizing the Dual Angle System you can mak...
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 4:11 am
Forum: The Pro Shop
Topic: IT vs Switch Grip
Replies: 16
Views: 5581

IT vs Switch Grip

The shop I work in uses the Switch Grip. I really have not been that satisfied with the product. Idk if I simply got a bad batch of inner sleeves, but they wouldn't stay locked in and fall out in the machines or under the ball return. Myself, and my counterpart, are looking at whether or not we shou...
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 4:00 am
Forum: General Bowling
Topic: Bowler specs help needed
Replies: 3
Views: 994

Re: Bowler specs help needed

Your PSO is simply not doing a good job. Perhaps this community can recommend another shop in your area if you're willing to tell us where you are at. http://matchmaker.stormbowling.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; For simplicity, I would start with the storm matchmaker ...
by fufu
February 10th, 2019, 3:39 am
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Spec Changes - Rotogrip Hot Cell Layout
Replies: 2
Views: 1033

Spec Changes - Rotogrip Hot Cell Layout

I made a few physical changes and fit changes that has impacted my stats. Rev Rate: 14 revolutions Speed: 2.26 Tilt: 17* AR: 55-60* PAP: 4 7/16, 3/8u Previously, my sweet spot was 105, 1:25:1. I see only minor spec changes, from 105 to 110 with ratios still in the 1.25:1. I need a urethane and the o...
by fufu
January 8th, 2019, 2:58 pm
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: So, I'm getting ready to bowl on a flood
Replies: 11
Views: 2499

Re: So, I'm getting ready to bowl on a flood

Eric is our resident expert on the layouts, but you'll need something with a short VAL angle to get that ball off the spot. Probably something like 60 x 4 x 30. I'm sure Eric will have the proper suggestion. I wouldn't hesitate to go less on the VAL angle. The amount of volume is going to effectivel...
by fufu
January 2nd, 2019, 4:54 pm
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: Track clipping middle finger on release/initial track
Replies: 11
Views: 2372

Re: Track clipping middle finger on release/initial track

Is the pin above the flare safe line for high track players? I.e. line from pap to ring finger is generally considered the flare safe line. I’m guessing with an 80* VAL angle that isn’t the case. So, you could try a flare increasing hole to get the ball to flare a touch more and get it off the finge...
by fufu
January 1st, 2019, 6:13 pm
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: I think I need help with this one.....
Replies: 10
Views: 2535

Re: I think I need help with this one.....

Back on topic please
by fufu
January 1st, 2019, 5:28 am
Forum: Layout Advice
Topic: I think I need help with this one.....
Replies: 10
Views: 2535

Re: I think I need help with this one.....

I had an old Freakin Frantic laying around so I drilled up this gentleman’s new fit. The first few shots were a bit rough as he was still squeezing the ball like crazy. I worked with him for almost 45 mins on relaxing his grip, timing and other issues. We managed to get the track off the thumb. It m...
by fufu
December 31st, 2018, 5:34 pm
Forum: The Pro Shop
Topic: Benefits of IBPSIA courses
Replies: 11
Views: 3427

Re: Benefits of IBPSIA courses

As an alternative take a look at the Bowling Chat University course, link below. Great information and it's free unless you decide to take the certification tests, which are not very expensive. -- JohnP http://bcu.bowlingchat.net/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Thank you s...
by fufu
December 31st, 2018, 1:27 am
Forum: The Pro Shop
Topic: Benefits of IBPSIA courses
Replies: 11
Views: 3427

Re: Benefits of IBPSIA courses

I've been to a Pro Shop training course where the IBPSIA accreditation was offered as an extra, but I declined since the instruction/information was the same. It was simply an extra test you could take at the conclusion, and receive accreditation if you passed. Focusing on the Fitting portion of th...
by fufu
December 30th, 2018, 9:17 pm
Forum: The Pro Shop
Topic: Benefits of IBPSIA courses
Replies: 11
Views: 3427

Re: Benefits of IBPSIA courses

I’ll look into it. Being in the PNW I don’t see many opportunities without significant travel