Columbia Big Bully Bowling Ball: Specs & Performance Analysis

QuestionHello Warren, Could you give me any information on Columbias Big Bully?  Is it a pearl or a solid?  In your opinion, depending on how it

Brunswick Ultimate Inferno: Pin Position & Top Weight Explained

QuestionI just purchased a Brunswick Ultimate Inferno.  It has a top weight of 3 oz which I believe is used to offset the drilling of the fingure hole

Optimizing Momentum Swing for Maximum Ball Length and Backend

QuestionIm looking at the momentum swing i want to get max length with strong back-end. the ball i seen has a 3-4 pin placement am i going to be able to dr

Understanding and Improving Your Bowling Backup Ball

QuestionIm a new bowler and really starting to have fun.  Im throwing what everyone is telling me is a backup ball. I started the season with a 84 ave

Optimizing Ball Placement for Maximum Distance & Backspin

QuestionQUESTION: Im looking at the momentum swing i want to get max length with strong back-end. the ball i seen has a 3-4 pin placement am i going to be

Relieving Thumb Pain After Bowling: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI have my own ball-The Black Widow Pearl-drilled for my hand. Every time I bowl more than one game, my thumb gets bruised and hurts.  I think

How to Find the Center of Gravity (CG) of a DODO Scale - Precision Golf

QuestionHey, I purchased a Columbia Bedlam, that has the CG kicked 4 inches off line with the Pin an MB, before I actually Drill the Ball I am trying to fi

Addressing Thumb Sticking at Release in Golf Swing

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Chip, I have always had an occasional problem with my thumb sticking at release.  Do you think its because Im putting too much pr

Trouble with 10-Pin Spares? Tips for Improving Accuracy

QuestionI throw a hook on the strike ball. I use the Ebonite Big One and Last Week for the first time last week the Mission. But what kills me is when a le

Trouble Maintaining Your Bowling Line? Tips for Consistency

QuestionHey Susie, love your website and hearing you on the Internet Bowling show, Lets go Bowling. Question. Ok, I am getting frustrated with a situation

Troubleshooting Slippery Bowling Lanes: Causes & Solutions

QuestionSome of these synthetic approaches are like ice. I feel like I tip toe to the line and this kills my shot.  I cant just go buy new shoes. &nbs

Improving Bowling Consistency: Timing and Release Adjustments

Questioni am having a hard time to get a consistent delivery RH bowler. it seeems my timing/release is off by the fact i am releasing the ball always right

Scout Reactive 16lb Fishing Reel Ball Scratch Issue - Warranty & Durability

QuestionI have a Scout Reactive 16lb, and I got it about 4 weeks ago. The first time I used it it got stuck in the back. When it came out the ball had a 1/

Optimal Grit for Reactive Resin Ball Refinishing on Synthetic Lanes

QuestionChip, I have a Storm Pearl reactive resin @ 14# and it hooks far less on synthetic than on wooden lanes. Before I get it refinished what grit shou

Bowling Ball Follow-Up: U2 & Reactive Ball Discussion

QuestionDont get me wrong, I have use reactive balls before and have no problem throwing a swing shot. the reason i use the U2 at the moment is i went to w

Optimizing Ball Weight for Enhanced Control and Comfort

QuestionQUESTION: I want to drop in ball weight to 14lbs to have more control and revs on the ball. I currently throw 15, however, due to some wrist issues

Understanding Pin Carry in Bowling: Causes and Strategies

QuestionI see some hits that have the pins jumping and some that keep the pins low. I was looking but couldnt find the reason why one or the other. Is it r

Best Bowling Ball for Speed & Rev Rate: Expert Advice

QuestionChip, Im returning this time with a question from a friend of mine - Hi Chip, Id like your insight on what type of ball you think will help the mos

Finger Inserts for Bowling Balls: Benefits & Personal Preferences

Questionwhat is the difference between a bowling ball with finger inserts and no finger inserts AnswerIt is all about what each bowler likes.  Those

Optimizing Oval Thumb Hole Size for Comfort and Grip

QuestionAfter reading your articl about oval thumb holes and you said you measure the knuckle of the thumb, do you mean from top to bottom or side to side?