Post by: DukeHarding on July 14, 2009, 05:37:56 AM
It was 110 degrees.
No locker room to change in?
They allow jeans? Why not shorts?
Long pants/slacks in Vegas?
If they are required they could sell them...
I ended up going to a mall and buying a pair for $30.00.
(My mistake, I forgot to pack slacks).
How about dress shorts?
Opinions?
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Post by: on July 14, 2009, 01:43:13 PM
Have you seen most bowlers' legs? No shorts is to keep us all from vomiting on the approach...
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Post by: DukeHarding on July 14, 2009, 01:51:14 PM
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Have you seen most bowlers' legs? No shorts is to keep us all from vomiting on the approach...
Funny, I thought of that, after I posted.
I had to wear 2 back braces and a knee brace in doubles and singles.
Made it doubly hot.
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Post by: on July 14, 2009, 01:53:41 PM
Two back braces AND a knee brace? You must love bowling...
Okay, we all do...
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Post by: shipper50 on July 14, 2009, 02:15:09 PM
You being from the old school of bowling should know the answer to your question. It was cool enough in the center when I bowled in May and it was 104 outside.
If they allow shorts, then why not tank tops and ball caps and cutoffs and no socks with the shorts and so on. Its the National tournament remember?
Also be glad you have a knee to wear that brace on, don't get a replacement and have it get infected and have to get another one.
Shipper
Post by: Randy T on July 14, 2009, 02:21:34 PM
I wore jeans for team bad mistake like you said it was hotter than hell...
Wore Linen pants for singles and doubles still would rather have worn shorts but they were alot cooler..
We went last week of June
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Post by: DukeHarding on July 14, 2009, 04:10:28 PM
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I look at it this way.
Wearing shorts is ok if you're going out to eat at Mcd's or bowling league.
Dress pants are for classier restaurants and at Nationals.
You can find a nice lightweight pair of dress pants that you'll never know the difference.
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2nd arrow is for pansies.
I know it was my fault...
I left the house at 4 am, to catch a taxi.
I had some light slacks on a hanger.
When I unpacked at the Golden Nugget, I realized they were still at home.
I went to an outlet mall, that only had heavier slacks.
It's 75 degrees in Chicago today...like heaven.
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If Bowling had a Mount Rushmore (http://"http://www.nps.gov/archive/moru/park_history/carving_hist/carving_history.htm"), Bill Taylor should be George Washington (http://"http://www.terragalleria.com/america/mid-west/south-dakota/picture.ussd8424.html").
Post by: DukeHarding on July 14, 2009, 04:15:25 PM
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Duke,
You being from the old school of bowling should know the answer to your question. It was cool enough in the center when I bowled in May and it was 104 outside.
If they allow shorts, then why not tank tops and ball caps and cutoffs and no socks with the shorts and so on. Its the National tournament remember?
Also be glad you have a knee to wear that brace on, don't get a replacement and have it get infected and have to get another one.
Shipper
I know what you mean about tank tops and ball caps and cut offs....I forgot people don't have common sense.
Ouch! 2nd knee replacement?
I worry more about my shoulder, which has a fractured clavicle and tear in the cuff, due to a fall.
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If Bowling had a Mount Rushmore (http://"http://www.nps.gov/archive/moru/park_history/carving_hist/carving_history.htm"), Bill Taylor should be George Washington (http://"http://www.terragalleria.com/america/mid-west/south-dakota/picture.ussd8424.html").
Post by: Tward on July 14, 2009, 06:26:10 PM
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Post by: rvmark on July 14, 2009, 08:01:39 PM
You have to remember that wearing shorts in some eyes shows a lack of respect. While I would go along with you on wearing a nice pair of docker dress shorts you will find others who will continue to complain that it is disrespectful. Good luck and stay cool.
Mark
Post by: Krumpy300 on July 15, 2009, 07:42:22 AM
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Repetition is everything..
Post by: DukeHarding on July 15, 2009, 07:50:44 AM
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I still think a pair of khaki shorts or dress shorts would look far cleaner and more respectable that a faded out pair of jeans.
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Repetition is everything..
I agree.
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If Bowling had a Mount Rushmore (http://"http://www.nps.gov/archive/moru/park_history/carving_hist/carving_history.htm"), Bill Taylor should be George Washington (http://"http://www.terragalleria.com/america/mid-west/south-dakota/picture.ussd8424.html").
Post by: DEBBYIAC on July 15, 2009, 02:43:06 PM
Post by: Bill Thomas on July 15, 2009, 03:30:13 PM
P.S. Personally I think they should ban jeans also.
Post by: bowlingmytmouse on July 15, 2009, 04:15:05 PM
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Post by: Pinbuster on July 15, 2009, 04:44:28 PM
It is air conditioned. Not every year is a desert (although it seems to be alot recently).
If you travel to the this event paying $30 bucks for a pair of pants is a trival expense.
If you allow shorts then how short do you allow them to be?
How about a speedo?
Why do you need a shirt?
Post by: Kid Jete on July 15, 2009, 07:46:59 PM
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Most decent golf courses REQUIRE a collared shirt.
So why can't the USBC REQUIRE you to wear dress pants?
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2nd arrow is for pansies.
I still think this is the dumbest rule in golf, and in bowling for that matter. I mean really, who cares whether someone has shorts, jeans, slacks... as long as someone is wearing clean clothes and takes their weekly shower before they get there I really couldn't care less. What ever happened to actions speak louder than, well, clothes in this case. I RARELY wear a golf shirt unless it's required and you won't find a much better player or sportsman anywhere. I have alot more respect for someone who is dressed down and has tons of talent and manners than those douchebag no talent hacks with their "sweet threads" that think their crap don't stink.
Post by: rvmark on July 16, 2009, 02:11:11 PM
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Most decent golf courses REQUIRE a collared shirt.
So why can't the USBC REQUIRE you to wear dress pants?
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2nd arrow is for pansies.
Those same courses will allow you to wear shorts.
Mark
Post by: someguyintucson on July 16, 2009, 02:26:25 PM
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I look at it this way.
Wearing shorts is ok if you're going out to eat at Mcd's or bowling league.
Dress pants are for classier restaurants and at Nationals.
You can find a nice lightweight pair of dress pants that you'll never know the difference.
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2nd arrow is for pansies.
Unless you need to wear a knee brace. I bowled a PBA Regional on July 4th in Tucson and I wasn't very happy near the end of the 8 game qualifying round. Very uncomfortable.
Post by: Dan Belcher on July 16, 2009, 02:27:21 PM
And this comes back to something of a societal trend. Whatever happened to wanting to look good in public? I personally don't mind wearing slacks and a nice polo shirt while bowling or even playing golf. Not only do I actually think they're comfortable, but I look good wearing them. I do not, however, look good wearing ratty jeans or shorts. Oh well, at least that's still a step up from wearing sweatpants or pajama bottoms like I have seen entirely too often from people in league...
Post by: srlunatic on July 16, 2009, 02:35:02 PM
Golf Shirt and Kahki Golf Shorts....Professional Looking on the golf course..
Golf Shirt and Kahki Golf Shorts....Not professional enough for Nationals?
Funny how the crowd goes...well if you allow this you allow this and this...called a slipperly slope and no if you allow nice shorts you are not going to have the wifebeater's and caps and such...
Here is the thing..I have bowled with the Air Force, on squads with Eagle Winners..and like 30 people in the crowd...so who exactly would catch us not looking PBA style??
Just wondering
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Post by: Krakken on July 16, 2009, 05:10:06 PM
quote:quote:
Most decent golf courses REQUIRE a collared shirt.
So why can't the USBC REQUIRE you to wear dress pants?
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2nd arrow is for pansies.
Those same courses will allow you to wear shorts.
Mark
Golf is an outside sport, Bowling is inside in an air conditioned enviornment.
This is a National Championship tournament, not some Friday night no tap sweeper.
I believe this is one tournament that you should look and act like a professional.
I don't agree with the jeans either, but I don't get to make that decision.
I wear shorts 99% of the time when I bowl, but PBA TQRs and the USBC Open I don't believe they should be allowed.
Bottom line is if it bothers you that much, you don't have to bowl in the tournament.
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Post by: Pat Patterson on July 16, 2009, 05:26:21 PM
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Post by: on July 16, 2009, 05:30:50 PM
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Haggar "Cool 18" dress slacks, the most comfortable and breathable slacks in my opnion. You can't even tell that you have on slacks, they are that comfortable and cool.
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Pat,
I would agree here. I have a pair, and wish I had several more. Very comfortable slacks.
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Post by: Gazoo on July 17, 2009, 02:25:10 PM
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Okay ..my 2 cents...
Golf Shirt and Kahki Golf Shorts....Professional Looking on the golf course..
Golf Shirt and Kahki Golf Shorts....Not professional enough for Nationals?
Funny how the crowd goes...well if you allow this you allow this and this...called a slipperly slope and no if you allow nice shorts you are not going to have the wifebeater's and caps and such...
Here is the thing..I have bowled with the Air Force, on squads with Eagle Winners..and like 30 people in the crowd...so who exactly would catch us not looking PBA style??
Just wondering
Couldn't have said it better myself.
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Post by: mrteach3 on July 23, 2009, 08:23:32 PM
Everyone needs at least one pair. I must have 10. The only pants I will wear.--------------------
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