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STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« on: January 06, 2017, 12:08:46 PM »
Why does it seem as though the strongest covers die the fastest regardless of maintenance?  Then, just like clockwork, as soon as something dies after 40-50 games then the next "strongest ball on the market" comes out.  It almost makes me want to stick with the midlevel stuff and just direct it on heavy oil conditions.  These bowling ball companies remind me of Apple.  The Iphone 6 is the BEST until the 6S comes out a few weeks later. 

 

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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #16 on: January 08, 2017, 01:57:05 PM »
The public seems to demand it.  Before a ball has it's release date there are people asking what's next?   You can't blame the companies for trying to be profitable because that's why they exist.

Sometimes a new release is a great match for me, and while others aren't bad, they may not be as good a match.  I have some old "tried and true" balls that I may never part with. 

My advice is to find out which balls seem to give you your best results, and stick with your best layouts on them.  Replace a ball when it needs replacing, and not before.  The "latest and greatest" isn't as important as you staying on top of your game, in my opinion, because if you're "off" and throwing it like crap, any ball can look like a turd.

« Last Edit: January 08, 2017, 02:00:56 PM by notclay »

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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #17 on: January 08, 2017, 09:19:18 PM »
^^ this ^^

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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #18 on: January 09, 2017, 10:57:42 AM »
I'm strictly a league bowler. I will buy a new ball on occasion, but mostly stick to the stuff I already have. For me, a low speed, medium rev bowler, most of the new stuff is way to strong for the house shot. I've been screwed to many times with balls needing a WD-40 bath prior to use. I now stick to only high RG low differential balls and adjust the covers.

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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #19 on: January 09, 2017, 02:32:51 PM »
I am honestly confused - what does "used-up" and "Ball death" mean to ya'll? I'm asking from a place of honesty - because, despite the likely 700+ games on several of my higher-performance balls, I have seen no degradation in usability or performance.

Granted, I also take the time to do proper ball maintenance - wiping the ball off after a shot, cleaning them at the end of the day/session, de-oiling with a space heater every so often, cover adjustments on the regular.

My experience - and the experience of many folks I know - is that "ball death" is a non-phenomenon.
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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #20 on: January 09, 2017, 02:46:15 PM »
I am honestly confused - what does "used-up" and "Ball death" mean to ya'll? I'm asking from a place of honesty - because, despite the likely 700+ games on several of my higher-performance balls, I have seen no degradation in usability or performance.

Granted, I also take the time to do proper ball maintenance - wiping the ball off after a shot, cleaning them at the end of the day/session, de-oiling with a space heater every so often, cover adjustments on the regular.

My experience - and the experience of many folks I know - is that "ball death" is a non-phenomenon.

Oh, ball death is a real thing. It mostly happens to one or more of your current balls when a shiny new ball is release and you need an excuse as to why you just have to buy it.  :o ;D
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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #21 on: January 09, 2017, 02:54:36 PM »
I've experienced ball death a few times. Even with continuous maintenance, some balls just loose their luster. It's not something I see often, but it has happened a few times. Sometimes people just need a resurface and others a detox. My Wipe Out has too many games to count. Going for detox number 6 this week. If it doesn't return back to what it was, so be it. The ball has paid for itself already. Had a Hy-Road that finally could not carry anymore after around 1200 games (noticeable loss of drive downlane and started hitting like urethane when you try to cover a ton of boards).

The strong covers argument is something I agree with as well. People suggest balls that aren't truly made for the condition described. Most low end balls are just thrown together so they can they they have an entry level ball. Wish there more balls comparable to the old reactive and not a vintage remake.
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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #22 on: January 09, 2017, 04:20:34 PM »
Milo, your so comical, but sadly so true....  ;D :-\

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Re: STRONG COVERS/NEW EQUIPMENT/FRUSTRATED RANT
« Reply #23 on: January 10, 2017, 10:25:26 AM »
I believe ball death is primarily a myth as well. Sure, maybe after hundreds of games, but not 50 or less. These oil soakers need a lot of maintenance. Wipe down after every shot. Clean after every set. Refresh the surface often - especially if they are a low grit. And de-oil more often than other balls. Using them on the wrong conditions can also fool you into thinking they are dead. They may just be burning up too much energy.