Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 12:13:46 PM
I am very interested in seeing as many of you using our equipment as possible, so I am putting out a challenge to you. Make a video of yourself using our equipment, and I will pick out the best 2 videos and those people will get some free goodies. The first place winner will get our next release, and the runner up will get a tote bag and shirt.
Post a link to your video under this thread so I know where to look. There is no limit to the number of videos you can make, so the more you make, the better your chances. Please keep in mind, that if you choose to use copyrighted music to use a disclaimer at the end of the video that states: "The contents of this video are the sole responsibility of YOUR NAME, and Visionary Bowling Products has neither endorsed or been involved in the production of this video".
I will choose the winners on Feb. 15th.
PS. Sorry Britton, you aren't eligible!
Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products
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Post by: revTrex on January 25, 2008, 08:57:17 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMISXxMVGdU
P.S.
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Post by: urbanshaft on January 25, 2008, 09:09:53 PM
only if i had a visionary ball mike would lend me his camera
Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 09:28:14 PM
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jason we want you throwing some of your goodies.
only if i had a visionary ball mike would lend me his camera
I'm not too sure anyone really wants to see me bowling, but I will see what I can do. The only files that I have right now are too high of resolution, each shot is about 7-8MB.
Thanks revTrex, that is a good start!
Jason
Edited on 1/25/2008 10:31 PM
Post by: Bar5003 on January 25, 2008, 09:29:16 PM
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PS. Sorry Britton, you aren't eligible!
That is so not fair
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Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 09:35:48 PM
quote:quote:
PS. Sorry Britton, you aren't eligible!
That is so not fair
Sorry bro, but you already get one. Anyway, aren't you a newlywed? What are you doing home on a Friday night?
Jason
Post by: Bar5003 on January 25, 2008, 09:39:32 PM
Plus its my birthday on top of it...that new ball would make a great belated present Jason...
You heard the man people! GO MAKE THOSE VIDEOS!
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Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 09:43:15 PM
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Exactly, im a newlywed, doesnt the fun stop as soon as you say I DO???
Plus its my birthday on top of it...that new ball would make a great belated present Jason...
You heard the man people! GO MAKE THOSE VIDEOS!
Happy B'Day old man! But FYI, the fun stops when you have kids, not when you first get married!
Jason
Post by: Bar5003 on January 25, 2008, 09:47:28 PM
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Happy B'Day old man! But FYI, the fun stops when you have kids, not when you first get married!
Jason
Thank you sir! I will remember that, the problem is i have too many bowling balls, there's no room for a baby in this house...heck theres no room in this house for me haha
Ahhh the life of a ball whore...
anywho back on topic! Lets see those vids guys...show the world how great this stuff rolls...
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Post by: urbanshaft on January 25, 2008, 10:30:16 PM
post the high res shots
Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 11:17:37 PM
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i got good internet
post the high res shots
OK Urbanshaft......I only have two on my system here, so here is one of them.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=8w_tvBZ4Kv8
Jason
Post by: scotts33 on January 25, 2008, 11:22:55 PM
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Post by: VBPadvertising on January 25, 2008, 11:25:32 PM
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Hmmmmm definitely not uncle Rich's bowling style.....Jason.
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LOL, no not quite.....but in my defense, I have cut down my rev rate a fair amount, so we are getting closer!
Jason
Post by: BowlerKidR on January 25, 2008, 11:31:20 PM
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Post by: Raven829 on January 25, 2008, 11:32:37 PM
Does the ball used in the videos have to be in the current line or can we use a discontinued ball? BTW, thanks to you and Visionary for doing this for us.
Don
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Post by: VBPadvertising on January 26, 2008, 12:10:38 AM
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Jason-
Does the ball used in the videos have to be in the current line or can we use a discontinued ball? BTW, thanks to you and Visionary for doing this for us.
Don
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Hey Don,
Lets go ahead and say any visionary ball. I prefer current line stuff, but discontinued stuff will work as well. You are welcome.....Let the videos roll in.
Hey Ryan, Thanks for the video. Was the ball inconsistant for you? or were you just spraying it to see what the ball would do? Your approach and release looks pretty solid, so I'm guessing that you were just trying a bunch of different lines.
Jason
Post by: NJStroker on January 26, 2008, 06:52:29 AM
Post by: Androooo on January 26, 2008, 09:29:33 AM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pSCqNXtrXDs
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Post by: don coyote on January 26, 2008, 09:50:21 AM
I've got one But haven't drilled it yet. I'm thinking 4.5 x 3? Any suggestions?
THANX!
Post by: BowlerKidR on January 26, 2008, 11:33:39 AM
quote:quote:
Jason-
Does the ball used in the videos have to be in the current line or can we use a discontinued ball? BTW, thanks to you and Visionary for doing this for us.
Don
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Hey Don,
Lets go ahead and say any visionary ball. I prefer current line stuff, but discontinued stuff will work as well. You are welcome.....Let the videos roll in.
Hey Ryan, Thanks for the video. Was the ball inconsistant for you? or were you just spraying it to see what the ball would do? Your approach and release looks pretty solid, so I'm guessing that you were just trying a bunch of different lines.
Jason
That was my first set with the ball and i was just testing it out, not actually bowling. Basically, i wanted to see what that bad boy could do, so i trying many different lines, different angles, and with speed adjustments. If its a problem i could prob put together a new video.
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Post by: Mvpbowler on January 26, 2008, 12:45:40 PM
hahaGood videos so far guys!!
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Post by: dizzyfugu on January 28, 2008, 01:50:48 AM
Frankie May Gryphon
http://media.putfile.com/DizzyFugu-bowling-with-Visionary-Frankie-May-Gryphon
Slate Blue Gargoyle
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Post by: darkman on January 30, 2008, 10:34:34 PM
Hopefully it is interesting
I have quite a few older Visionary balls and this thing is my favorite
At the end of the video I made sure I added that disclamer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr4aghqae_M
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=THSOMKQQ
The second link is for the same video in its full quality - about 28 Mb in Size
Post by: VBPadvertising on February 04, 2008, 04:04:54 PM
Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products
PS, Thanks to everyone who has submitted their videos so far.
Post by: directdrill on February 04, 2008, 04:23:37 PM
Was your video shot at Crest Bowl? Looks familiar. I'll try and shoot some video tonight with my Slate Blue Gargoyle after league tonight.
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Post by: VBPadvertising on February 04, 2008, 04:34:31 PM
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Visionary Bowling Products
Post by: darkman on February 05, 2008, 01:10:13 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBslylcACY0
Post by: VBPadvertising on February 07, 2008, 11:55:55 AM
Jason
Post by: darkman on February 07, 2008, 12:53:32 PM
Post by: mini kahuna on February 07, 2008, 01:12:29 PM
place was built in 1963,bowled alot of games there,had alot of fun on sat nights with the "ring ding" bowling too!!!
lastest owners are real nice people,had me there a few months ago working on their oil pattern.
it's a small world indeed!!!
Post by: darkman on February 07, 2008, 01:14:49 PM
. I typically don't throw it because I like to preserve it for tournements, however when I do throw it I usually do very well with this ball. My current average is in the mid 170s and with the Centaur I probably average around 200+. My striking range just opens up big time with this green thing. No doubt a great ball when the conditions are right! On Edit - accidently deleted my Centaur Video, here is an alternate version & I think its better in terms of editing and music addition than the first one!
http://www.youtube.com/v/KV5nMN-NDiM
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Post by: darkman on February 07, 2008, 01:27:31 PM
Post by: John D Davis on February 07, 2008, 03:25:19 PM
Post by: VBPadvertising on February 12, 2008, 11:03:17 AM
Thank you to everyone who has submitted the videos so far, and hopefully we get a bunch more by next monday.
Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products
Post by: imjouster on February 13, 2008, 03:33:37 PM
. I just got all the video shot, now I just have to do all the editing. Thanks for the push back Jason.Jeremy
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Post by: Joe Jr on February 17, 2008, 10:05:52 PM
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Post by: NappyCuts on February 17, 2008, 10:26:41 PM
Post by: BowlerKidR on February 17, 2008, 10:39:19 PM
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Post by: imjouster on February 18, 2008, 04:02:25 AM
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Post by: BowlerKidR on February 18, 2008, 07:24:22 AM
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Post by: revTrex on February 18, 2008, 07:33:16 AM
Does this mean we get to learn about the new ball, too???
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Post by: scotts33 on February 18, 2008, 07:35:32 AM
What new ball? LOL! Tease.
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Post by: floater163 on February 18, 2008, 09:10:47 PM
Anyway here is the video of the Immortal Solid (no out takes I do not strike every time but the video deadline is approaching).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12CYUYwKxJ8
Thanks for watching.
Post by: VBPadvertising on February 18, 2008, 10:07:02 PM
So, I rated these videos based on 5 categories, and gave each category different point values based on importance. I never told anyone how I was going to rate them before now, because I wanted original videos, and didn't want to affect anyones creativity.
1) 5 pts. Ball appearance - includes the angle of camera view to see reaction on the lane, showing image of the ball and it's layout, explaining what the ball was designed for or showing some sort of comparison so that people know what the ball does and/or what it is supposed to do.
2) 4 pts. Professional look - simply how good does the video look. Does it have appeal to the average bowler.
3) 4 pts. Creativity - was the video creative. Did it show multiple angles, did it have any special effects, use of music etc.
4) 3 pts. Following directions - Did you use the proper disclaimer if music was used. This was the only instructions I gave for the contest.
5) 2 pts. Effort - How much effort does it look like the person put into the video. Did they create more than one video (I did say to make multiple videos for a better chance of winning).
So, here are the results.
Since Androo is part of our Australian staff and works closely with one of our international distributors, I couldn't really include him in the contest. However, give me an email Androo, I can't wait to see how the new ball works in your hands.
In 2nd place, with 13 pts is.........revTrex Purple/Black Ogre video
and the Winner, with 14.5 pts is.......Darkman Green/Blue Centaur video
Congratulations to the winners. Darkman and revTrex, please email me at vbpadvertising@aol.com.
Now that everyone knows the criteria, I will do this again for the next release, so start your videos now. I look forward to seeing what you guys make.
Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products
PS, keep your eyes peeled. I will have all the information on our upcoming release posted on here tomorrow.
Edited on 2/18/2008 11:07 PM
Post by: scotts33 on February 18, 2008, 10:22:53 PM
One of these days I'll get a camcorder. Sheesh I don't even own a cell phone..........bowling costs too much.
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Post by: revTrex on February 18, 2008, 11:29:24 PM
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Post by: Androooo on February 19, 2008, 03:21:24 AM
When I get a quiet night here in the shop, I'll break out the camera and do a video of all the balls I still have drilled up
Even if they have other peoples grips in them, I'll throw them... lolCongrats to the winners
Can't wait to hear about the new line... email on it's way.
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Post by: scotts33 on February 19, 2008, 05:07:55 AM
It will be interesting to see the new pill in your hands. Weaker layout I assume with some polish. High rev rate guys like TWOHAND834 and yourself always make for interesting video.
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Post by: Rock77 on February 19, 2008, 10:11:01 AM
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PS, keep your eyes peeled. I will have all the information on our upcoming release posted on here tomorrow...........
A Cliff Hanger !!! We must tune back often to see !
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Post by: getuaload on February 19, 2008, 10:40:17 AM
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Post by: revTrex on February 19, 2008, 10:56:47 AM
Hehehehe. Auribus teneo lupum. Alea iacta est.
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Post by: revTrex on February 19, 2008, 11:10:46 AM
Neca eos omnes, deus suos agnoscet.
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Post by: VBPadvertising on February 19, 2008, 11:56:02 AM
Here is the ad I am going to run in the upcoming trade magazines. This ball is designed for med-med heavy oil patterns and gives a hook shape much like that of the Charcoal Executioner. The ball should give you a nice midlane read, with a strong continuous arc through the pocket.
For all of you who were begging us to bring back the Executioner line, here is your chance to get something fairly similar. We have created a new core and cover to give a similar reaction on todays oil patterns.
This ball will be followed up with a pearl version in a couple months. We received approval on the ball today, and we should be able to set a release date within the next few days.
http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/7933/gladiatorsolidad33flattkl7.jpg
Jason Wonders
Visionary Bowling Products
Edited on 2/19/2008 12:56 PM
Post by: scotts33 on February 19, 2008, 11:59:52 AM
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Post by: jhutch769 on February 19, 2008, 12:09:06 PM
I had a burgundy gryphon, but got rid of it a few years ago..
Post by: mini kahuna on February 19, 2008, 12:13:15 PM
Post by: MI 2 AZ on February 19, 2008, 02:29:00 PM
Gladiator. Can't wait.
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Post by: imjouster on February 20, 2008, 03:26:04 AM
. definately will get the video done this time though, lol. The new Gladiator looks pretty cool, never have like asyms but I might have to try this one just because. Jeremy
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