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tenpinspro

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A question for you guys....
« on: February 20, 2007, 06:25:13 AM »
Just got off the phone with Carl and we decided we would like your opinions on this.  Remember how we asked you to lay out our some of our pieces to see a reaction?  Well now we'd like to see where you guys think what company we should sign with (if available).  Now that the new year has already started, it limits us greatly on our choices because most contracts are budgeted and run calender yr 1/1 - 12/31 (another reason I feel Col owes us staffers something).  

When I joined the Track forum 4 yrs ago, we were 5th in popularity in BR.  With the help of Carl, Anthony Chapman (achappy), George Frilingos, Clint Daley and many others.  We've boosted Track to 2nd, I think that says a lot for the work we've done here in customer support and satisfaction.  I feel we could do the same in any respective forum if given the chance.

1.Brunswick
2.Ebonite/Hammer/Col/Track/Dynothane
3.Lanemasters
4.MoRich
5.Storm/Roto
6.Visionary
7.Other...

Thanks for your time....

On edit: I told Carl that this would be the 1st time we don't have to wear a Track shirt and I have a few Storm/Roto balls I stashed that I liked the reaction of to use in league tonite.  Just a weird feeling, that's all...
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #31 on: February 21, 2007, 04:24:46 AM »
Rick & Carl;

 Legends/Lanemasters
Ebonite
Storm
MoRich
Visionary
Brunswick
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #32 on: February 21, 2007, 04:42:46 AM »
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Pay attention now !!!!
#3 buy a manufacturing plant
#4 make your own equipment

where did it say buy another company....


I'm surprised that more haven't commented on this statement.
Is this something that is a possibility for him?
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #33 on: February 21, 2007, 05:19:55 AM »
Go with Lanemasters,they make good stuff.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #34 on: February 21, 2007, 06:24:16 AM »
Put out the feelers and see what bites.  Then go from there.  Another up and coming company that I might suggest (not as a joke) is Banger bowling.  I am sure they are looking for good reputable individuals to help bring their brand more into the public eye which in turn could give you two some leverage since you are both so very well respected.  Never hurts to have another possibility.  Otherwise I would like to see you stay with what you know or venture towards Storm.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #35 on: February 21, 2007, 06:30:30 AM »
Rick,
 Ask Carl about the Pro Shop Package that "L/LM" offers ... of course, I'm biased and brand-loyal.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #36 on: February 21, 2007, 07:33:35 AM »
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Pay attention now !!!!
#3 buy a manufacturing plant
#4 make your own equipment

where did it say buy another company....
 



What kind of cores and coverstocks would these new balls have? UM....probably not manufactured south of the border?

I do know what kind of cores it would have and what kind of cover it would have. And it would not be made south of the boarder.
I happen to have a careers worth of designs ready to launch and a myriad of cover core combinations available. If I were to do something that is...


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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #37 on: February 21, 2007, 08:02:41 AM »
Rick + Carl,

As far as what you may get, go with whoever makes you happy and is the best deal for you. From a br.com reader standpoint I would point my direction to Utah. Steve K used to post on here with some great tech stuff but that forum has been very poor with information or at least not as in-depth. There are a few very good posters but still not the level of unity and guidance that you guys brought to the track forum. Visionary is a great line and the representation wouldn't hurt them at all. L/L might not hurt either but their line of communication is pretty tight into Galen although i believe there popularity has got past the point of one mans echos. I would hope Ebonite throws you guys a bone or maybe even some "new guy". He still wears a pretty big hat, even though he is a lefty. Good luck with you endeavors. As far as BigB  on this site they are already pretty well advised through Nick,Verbs, RobLaw, etc. I know i as well as other have always appreciated what you have done and hope you can keep it up.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #38 on: February 21, 2007, 10:43:25 AM »
Well newguy I hope everything works out for you that you will be able to use your myriad of cover core combinations that you have available. Maybe somebody will hire you and let you use them.

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Pay attention now !!!!
#3 buy a manufacturing plant
#4 make your own equipment

where did it say buy another company....
 



What kind of cores and coverstocks would these new balls have? UM....probably not manufactured south of the border?

I do know what kind of cores it would have and what kind of cover it would have. And it would not be made south of the boarder.
I happen to have a careers worth of designs ready to launch and a myriad of cover core combinations available. If I were to do something that is...


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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #39 on: February 21, 2007, 12:00:25 PM »
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You need to sign with a company that matches up to you and has an appeal for the everyday person as well. It also has to be a product that you can push and have faith in. If you don't believe in a product, then you honestly can't push that the way you really want to or could.

Right now, I am tossing Visionary and have loved their stuff....all of the Gargoyles, Ogre, Blue/green Centaur....the covers hold up well....

My vote is Visionary....but you guys need to do what is right for the shop and yourself.

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Not to hijack....

Clint,

What happened to the MoRich deal???

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nospareball

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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #40 on: February 21, 2007, 12:02:20 PM »
I say Storm/Roto, they've got a lot of winners out now.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #41 on: February 21, 2007, 12:08:53 PM »
Follow Phil when he buys the new plant and help him launch his new brand, Phoenix Bowling.  
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #42 on: February 21, 2007, 12:35:47 PM »
Storm or Brunswick would be my top 2 choices.  Since Columbia/Track is now Ebonite I am probable going to start throwing Storm myself, I just don't trust thequality of ebonites coverstocks.
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #43 on: February 21, 2007, 01:55:16 PM »
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so is new guy trying to tell us something is in the works.


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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #44 on: February 22, 2007, 11:49:02 AM »
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Re: A question for you guys....
« Reply #45 on: February 22, 2007, 12:32:00 PM »
Morich not only do they make great stuff but like you two they are dedicated to the growth of bowling on its educational side. Mo goes out and does his pro shop tour as well as 3 day camps not only does he sell good equipment he sells the came and is passionate about bowlers improving and learning. Our pro shop recently hosted him for two days and he was nothing short of amazing answering every question squeezing walkins in and everything. We started at one thirty and finished up around midnight and then he came back the next morning at 9:00 am for two more people and to help us  on the technical aspects of drilling his equipment. We are also in the process of putting a camp together it would be in the northeast Connecticut by the casinos if anyone would like info when it becomes available please pm myself or Traumabill.
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