NEED a new ball syndrome?

[aussiedave]

I can fully understand the faster bowlers needing a ball with plenty of reaction, but for those ordinary mortals among us who only bowl in the 10 - 14 mph range the lesser reacting balls are almost a necessity - I find too much hook makes for more to go wrong.
I have recently switched back to my old faithful blue hammer with about 200 games on it and have seen my game become so much easier. Just last night bowled a career high with it - 172 - 277 - 246 = 695. Last week was a 607 with two weeks in the 480's before that!
It is so much easier to throw than my Ebonite Cyclone - I love the pin action I get with it but I have to throw it as hard as I can to get any sort of consistency and when you bowl on the edge like that, many little things can go wrong. The urethane hammer is just a nice smooth pendulum swing and good follow through and hey presto!
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I can't edit my posts here - why is that?
Addendum to previous post - having said that, I would like to get either another new Hammer or try a solid, not pearl coverstock - something not so reactive. I watch an older guy, looks to be about mid 60's who just gently rolls the ball down the lane, same motion every time and he has a 185 - 190 average. He uses an older solid ball - probably from the 2000's and has probably been bowling for 50 years too!
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[ArtVandelay]

I'll play Devils Advocate...

I don't like getting new balls. I like finding a ball I like and becoming consistent with it. I don't want to constantly be learning how to throw a new ball.

Boom. My opinion.

[DLP]

I'll play Devils Advocate...

I don't like getting new balls. I like finding a ball I like and becoming consistent with it. I don't want to constantly be learning how to throw a new ball.

Boom. My opinion.

Have to agree with you! There is one "stupid ball" as I call it that I want, but I'll only get it when I a) deem myself worthy of being able to do it justice or b) a coach tells me its not meant for me.

But it's my hubby's fascination that I started with a T-Zone, he convinced me I needed something lighter, so I ended up with a Pyramid, and now because he wanted something different without really getting to know his Cyclone, I've now adopted it.

I want to become consistent and good with what I have. As long as hubby keeps changing his mind, just means I'll end up with more in my arsenal

As long as I bide my time, I'll probably end up with a Black Mamba as well :P

[CeKnauss]

I suppose I'll clarify one little part of mine. While I do enjoy purchasing new equipment and seeing how it works for my game, I don't expect the same to be true for everyone. If you only bowl recreationally or in a single league at a single house and you don't ever plan to do anything more, then having a single strike ball and a spare ball is fine.

The best way I can relate my interest in new equipment is with my love of music. Ever hear of "too much of a good thing"? Having one awesome ball for you is cool and all, but it's like a favorite song that you don't want to listen to too much or it will get old and repetitive. I enjoy good things, but I don't want it becoming a chore to love something. I buy a new ball every now and then to keep things fresh, to help local pro shops, and to try some new things.

[GeoLes]

I have the perfect cure for new ball syndrome - a wife

[classygranny]

I have the perfect cure for new ball syndrome - a wife

or a husband

(except mine - he spends more on his hobby than I think about for bowling balls!)

[billf]

You should try drilling up a ball and shooting a reaction video with no practice at all. Talk about hoping and praying to find the pocket quick! The worst part is when it's a good ball and you have to give it back ;(

[DLP]

I need a cure for the syndrome.

With Brunswick putting out a red/orange Strike King and the new fireball color on the Cyclone, my husband decided he wants both.

It's a matter of fashion over function with him!!!!

[DLP]

Can't trust hubby in the pro-shop unattended. He tracked me down when I was talking to my soon to be coach and profusely apologized. He couldn't keep his eye off the new Red/Gold Strike King. I think at this point he really won't be happy until he owns one of every "reddish" ball out there.

Me, I've convinced myself that I'm holding out until my coach and my pro (HAH! Do I take ownership or what :P) decide what's going to work best for me.

[classygranny]

Can't trust hubby in the pro-shop unattended. He tracked me down when I was talking to my soon to be coach and profusely apologized. He couldn't keep his eye off the new Red/Gold Strike King. I think at this point he really won't be happy until he owns one of every "reddish" ball out there.

Me, I've convinced myself that I'm holding out until my coach and my pro (HAH! Do I take ownership or what :P) decide what's going to work best for me.

Very sound advice....I did the same thing - and thus far, I am loving the RG Defiant Soul. Have yet to have a chance to throw the Meanstreak Brawler - maybe tomorrow.

Donna, you are going to go far in your bowling - your head is in the right place. Most bowlers can't get there even after bowling many years. I actually bowl with quite a few of those. I wish you all the best working with your coach/Pro - I know after the first and most definitely after the second lesson, my game has taken quite a change for the better.