Real Men Bowl on Wood, World Championship ICEMAN OPEN

[Tony]

I am the Lord thy Bowling-God, You better not have false Bowling-God’s before you! It’s been one hell of a task, listening, and guiding many of you with your journeys trying to learn who to get “more revolutions, better scores, and what Magic Ball to buy, that will give you that 300, 800 game. I must say I have aged well, still riding my bike and traveling all over this bowling alley laden country.

Just got back from the Rosewell New Mexico thing, over the 4th of july! It was one of those out of this this world experiences.
Why do I have this need to have a rematch between mere mortals, after bowling with the god’s since.

The Wood lanes of Plattsburg have been sanded, and reconditioned, and checked for certification by the Local chapter that does that her in Plattsburg Missouri! I tried them out last Saturday, and WOW! What a huge difference it makes after a reconditioning .

I ask again,,, WHO among you are willing to bowl against ME here on the ancient biblical lanes, where the Gods come to bowl,,,,, REAL BOWLING on Wood Lanes, not synthetic crap! Who has the courage to jump on their bikes, ride their horses, hitch hike the miles to try their luck bowling a God!

I rolled several 200 games on my FIRST try after the reconditioning…. I must say the difference is night and day from what they were last fall. ( the games were low 200's, but I am looking forward to some real good scores on the wood this fall)

Who has the courage, money, and guts to take on a GOD! I have morphed into something legends could be made of. I want a rematch sometime in September… beating the kitty cat, Aslan ONCE …. Was not enough! I will be 67 this September,,,, a year older, and in many respects an even more Almighty Bowling God!
Do any of you earthly beings have the courage to FACE me On New Wood in the Holy, Blessed, Consecrated, hallowed, sacred, sanctified by ME lanes!
I will rent the lanes; YOU just need to have the courage to make the trip. A trip that you will never forget!

I must WARN you! My game is not what it used to be when I was a mere mortal……

How many, what date, and what will the prize be! You have nothing to lose but your pride!

DO YOU THINK YOU CAN BEAT A GOD, ON HIS ON Blessed, consecrated sacred wood lanes?

I personally think Middle of September would work out for me, that’s when we bowled last Aslan on my birthday, Sept 24th, and thanks for that victory, and the cake! I have unfinished business with Mike White, and that coach, what’s his name, Roberto??? Hopefully any and all my biker buddies will show up too!

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Judging from the obviously delusional statements, claims of grandiosity, along with occasional absurdity it seems most likely that the extended absence was due to a medical condition. If anyone knows what hospital in the Kansas City area has an Alzheimer's wing please contact them and insist that they come pick up their escaped resident.

[Amyers]

"Real" bowling happens on any lanes that are certified for use by USBC/ABC/YABA/etc. Technology should be embraced, not discounted as it will not be going away. Wood lanes on the other hand, are mostly a thing of the past. I know you are going to disagree, and that's perfectly okay to have your own opinion.

If the location were in Ohio, I'd be more willing to take on a challenge. I am unable to travel throughout most of the year though, so it's out of the question for me to go to Missouri this year.

There is something special about bowling on wood lanes I will have to admit. I'm not talking about junk that should have been turned into firewood years ago but good quality well conditioned wood is enjoyable to bowl on. The ball just makes a different sound on wood and the ball rolls a little different. I'm not saying to rip out synthetics and go backwards but if you've never experienced throwing on a good set of wood lanes you're missing something special. Of the houses here 2 are wood the other 4 are synthetic so I spend about half my time on wood.

[Amyers]

Judging from the obviously delusional statements, claims of grandiosity, along with occasional absurdity it seems most likely that the extended absence was due to a medical condition. If anyone knows what hospital in the Kansas City area has an Alzheimer's wing please contact them and insist that they come pick up their escaped resident.

I think you just described most of Iceman's posts

[Tony]

There is something special about bowling on wood lanes I will have to admit. I'm not talking about junk that should have been turned into firewood years ago but good quality well conditioned wood is enjoyable to bowl on. The ball just makes a different sound on wood and the ball rolls a little different. I'm not saying to rip out synthetics and go backwards but if you've never experienced throwing on a good set of wood lanes you're missing something special. Of the houses here 2 are wood the other 4 are synthetic so I spend about half my time on wood.

Having bowled on wood lanes often in the past I can honestly say the sound of the ball on the lane is the only part I really miss. Even when they resurfaced them they would only do so many at a time so we would end up with a 1/3 good lanes and they rest scrappy. In a couple of houses you can still see the original wood lanes, they re-purposed them as counter tops !

[Aslan]

Well I think in your case bowling coach should be first and if they gave the ball away for length of post without useful content than you've got it in the bag.

Apparently some of our newer members have either not been experienced with or perhaps have forgotten the posts from the past.

If Iceman stays....and the Aslan vs. Iceman struggle is re-invigorated...be prepared for a GREAT deal of content that to the average person would seem to be extremely lengthy and devoid of actual content.

If he stays...you're in for a WORLD of entertainment...with a little annoyance sprinkled in.

Is he going to stick around??? Hard to say. He WANTS to. I had my doubts...but have always said, he'd be back. He NEEDS an outlet...just like I NEED an outlet. Pride and perceived Principle 'may' keep him in solitude for awhile. But he can't stay away forever. He's the only bowlingboards.com "Bowling God" for a reason. Bowl1820 runs the site and has what, 1800 posts? Amyers is the sites most active poster in recent history...taking my spot....and he's almost at 2000. IMAGINE what it takes to eclipse 5000 posts. Many of which MIND YOU....were 4000-8000 words...whatever the word limit...he's exceeded it MULTIPLE times...as have I. Whats that...about 2 MILLION words? Even if we aim more conservatively...200,000 words?

This is why losing Iceman was a spear through the heart of the site. Yes...he's kinda crazy. Yes, he's a little out there. No, he's not as smart or good looking or generally as awesome as Aslan. All of that is true and well known. BUT...he has pizzazz. And he has time. And he has interest. And...he's entertaining. It takes a 'special' person to do what Iceman and I do. And yes, 'special' might = mental in some cases. 'Might'. But how boring would it be without us? And Iceman is the Batman to my Joker. What is Lex Luthor without Superman? What would Bullwinkle do if nobody was tying women to railroad tracks (#truewaronwomen)? Without Iceman...I'm just a boring guy posting my boring scores. I'm like if Lex Luthor lost superman and took a job running a casino. Sure...he's still evil...and taking people's money...but it's not as 'fun'.

So...here's to Iceman's return! It won't always make sense...it won't always be pretty...and many of the bowling intel folks will likely need Bowl1820 to relax the limit on emogicons (at least the rolling eyes one)...but it won't be dull. And for people like me and Ice...there's just nothing quite as bad as being bored.

[Amyers]

Apparently some of our newer members have either not been experienced with or perhaps have forgotten the posts from the past.

If Iceman stays....and the Aslan vs. Iceman struggle is re-invigorated...be prepared for a GREAT deal of content that to the average person would seem to be extremely lengthy and devoid of actual content.

If he stays...you're in for a WORLD of entertainment...with a little annoyance sprinkled in.

Is he going to stick around??? Hard to say. He WANTS to. I had my doubts...but have always said, he'd be back. He NEEDS an outlet...just like I NEED an outlet. Pride and perceived Principle 'may' keep him in solitude for awhile. But he can't stay away forever. He's the only bowlingboards.com "Bowling God" for a reason. Bowl1820 runs the site and has what, 1800 posts? Amyers is the sites most active poster in recent history...taking my spot....and he's almost at 2000. IMAGINE what it takes to eclipse 5000 posts. Many of which MIND YOU....were 4000-8000 words...whatever the word limit...he's exceeded it MULTIPLE times...as have I. Whats that...about 2 MILLION words? Even if we aim more conservatively...200,000 words?

This is why losing Iceman was a spear through the heart of the site. Yes...he's kinda crazy. Yes, he's a little out there. No, he's not as smart or good looking or generally as awesome as Aslan. All of that is true and well known. BUT...he has pizzazz. And he has time. And he has interest. And...he's entertaining. It takes a 'special' person to do what Iceman and I do. And yes, 'special' might = mental in some cases. 'Might'. But how boring would it be without us? And Iceman is the Batman to my Joker. What is Lex Luthor without Superman? What would Bullwinkle do if nobody was tying women to railroad tracks (#truewaronwomen)? Without Iceman...I'm just a boring guy posting my boring scores. I'm like if Lex Luthor lost superman and took a job running a casino. Sure...he's still evil...and taking people's money...but it's not as 'fun'.

So...here's to Iceman's return! It won't always make sense...it won't always be pretty...and many of the bowling intel folks will likely need Bowl1820 to relax the limit on emogicons (at least the rolling eyes one)...but it won't be dull. And for people like me and Ice...there's just nothing quite as bad as being bored.

And those that do remember may still be meeting with a counselor on a regular basis. I'm glad ice is back and hope he sticks around too it's been way too long since I seen posts with talking vegetables.

[J Anderson]

Many here lately have tried on the wood! Talk is cheap, and easy to type the words, " I can beat the bowling God!"
Lets set this thing up, This wood is in Perfect condition, as mentioned, complete resurfacing. (NOT THAT I NEEDED IT)!

If any of you are ever in the neck of the WOODS,,,, you need to drop me a line, and we can bowl the last wood lane in the Kansas City metro area.
(Within 3000 miles)....

I am always looking for some FRESH Meat!!

I am ready for another meeting, and bowl off.... how many of you want in on this...

I want in, even though I'm severely lacking in the trash talk department. I'm content to the final scores speak for themselves. Unfortunately this fall looks like it's going to be crazy busy. If the offer's still open in the spring.....

[Tony]

I have no prior experience with Iceman's posts, but I have experience with some similar characters and I'm sure it would be entertaining to see more of his rambling nonsense, even though it may be mostly devoid of any valuable content.
I'm sure his decision to return or not return does not hinge on my opinion or comments ....If by some chance it did I would welcome him or anyone with an interest in bowling to participate in the discussions, who knows there might even be a nugget or two of knowledge buried in the ranting.

[J Anderson]

He's the only bowlingboards.com "Bowling God" for a reason.

Not true. Billf, who made two posts on August 4th of this year, is still listed as a "Bowling God".

Asgard, Olympus, or where ever it is one moves to when one becomes a bowling god must have really poor internet service to account for the drop off in posting Iceman and Bill.

[MICHAEL]

Judging from the obviously delusional statements, claims of grandiosity, along with occasional absurdity it seems most likely that the extended absence was due to a medical condition. If anyone knows what hospital in the Kansas City area has an Alzheimer's wing please contact them and insist that they come pick up their escaped resident.

Tony,,,,, Tony,,,, TONY,,, You don't know ICEMAN,,,, I don't know you personally, but if you think you can whip me in a 3 game series bowling I am game. I have looked at your profile,,,, ICE IS READY,,, What is your location???

You seem to think you know THE ICEMAN,,, well ,,,, MANY have made that fatal mistake on the bowling lanes!

No need to check the nursing homes for THE ICE MAN,,,, a man that took up bowling at age 62, after retiring form Iron Work, putting up skyscrapers, Towers, and bridges.... I rolled Two 300 games,,,, within 6 months, the last one with a 782 series a while back. Having been an Iron Worker, I looked death in the eye on a daily bases putting up skyscrapers, connecting the IRON. Its that Cat like balance, and focus, that gives me an EDGE on normal people like you.

WHAT is your high game and series tony?

I have had many, and the GOD's know, almost 300 games since,,, 279's, 280's,, even a 298 I do have my off days mainly because of lane conditions, and crappy oil do to malfunctioning oil machines. Its NEVER THE ICEMAN! That's what screws up my average.

I do have Feeling Tony, and when you type things about ICEMAN THE GOD, it hurts beyond what you could even imagine!

NOT REALLY.....

I can be your GOOD friend as a GOD,,,, or I can leave your prayers unanswered, and send many 7/10 splits, and ring ten pins your way. unless your left handed, in which case it will be 7's!!!

It's up to you Tony?