Timmyb's scores

[Timmyb]

Not in the groove.

198/203/222=623. Another night full of 10-pins and 9 counts (5 10-pins). Just not seeing carry right now. Longest string on the night was 3, and that was the start and end of game 3. Pissed me off, because I was clean until frame 29 (chopped a 2-4-5). I'm watching the ball go through, and it looks good, but pins just aren't dropping. Bet I had at least a dozen or more 9 counts last night. I've been on the Phaze III for about 2 months, and carry has been an issue the entire time. Think the SureLock will be making a re-appearance next week. Average drops one more to 220.

[boatman37]

Not in the groove.

198/203/222=623. Another night full of 10-pins and 9 counts (5 10-pins). Just not seeing carry right now. Longest string on the night was 3, and that was the start and end of game 3. Pissed me off, because I was clean until frame 29 (chopped a 2-4-5). I'm watching the ball go through, and it looks good, but pins just aren't dropping. Bet I had at least a dozen or more 9 counts last night. I've been on the Phaze III for about 2 months, and carry has been an issue the entire time. Think the SureLock will be making a re-appearance next week. Average drops one more to 220.

Same thing I have been seeing the past few weeks. I think 3 of the last 4 weeks I'm hitting the pocket but no carry

[Timmyb]

Better night, thanks to a ball switch, but not the one foretold....

220/269/205=694. Parked the Phaze, and brought the SureLock back out. That lasted all of 4 frames. Just too aggressive on what seemed like a dryer pattern than normal. Queue the IQ Nano. This ball comes out of the bag about every 2-3 months, and all it does is work. 3 opens on the night (2 in game 3) were really the only blemishes on a pretty steady performance. Was just nice seeing some carry again. Average back up to 221.

[Timmyb]

Total. Nuclear. Meltdown.....

243/190/165=598. Started with the Lock in practice, and quickly switched to the Nano. Good move. The Nano was pounding the pocket. Then for some reason, I lost control of my grip. I couldn't get any hold on the ball, so I ended up trying to squeeze. Pretty sure we all know how that ends, and you can see it in my scores. The last 3 hours at work I was working on a machine that uses oil for the grinding fluid, and I'm thinking it dried the living hell out of my hands, thus the hanging on for dear life. 4 opens in the last game, including 2 4-9 splits in a row. Not a fun night. Average slips back to 220.

[Timmyb]

Long, shi**y day, but ended okay.

251/214/228=693. First and third games were clean. The only real ugly spot in the night was a terrible shot that left me with a 2-4-8-10 in the middle of game two. No single pin misses on the night, plus we took all 7 points for what seems like the first time in months. Think my average is back to 221. Forgot to write down numbers while I was there.

To my wonderful cat Face, who crossed the bridge earlier in the day, I can only say that 16 years with you was not nearly long enough. See you on the other side, Boo.

[Timmyb]

Worst night in months.

190/170/212=572. I had a look in practice, but that disappeared in a hurry. started game one with a pocket 7-10. That was just a warning shot, as 2 more of those, and an 8-10, were on the way. I did not miss a single pin or non-split leave on the night, but 7 splits on a night will just kill you. All operator error, folks. I was just not on it last night. Average now down to 219.

Currently have an Idol Helios being drilled to replace my well-used SureLock. Should be in use next Tuesday.

[SRB57]

Worst night in months.

190/170/212=572. I had a look in practice, but that disappeared in a hurry. started game one with a pocket 7-10. That was just a warning shot, as 2 more of those, and an 8-10, were on the way. I did not miss a single pin or non-split leave on the night, but 7 splits on a night will just kill you. All operator error, folks. I was just not on it last night. Average now down to 219.

Currently have an Idol Helios being drilled to replace my well-used SureLock. Should be in use next Tuesday.

There is always going to be nights where things don't go your way. Just got to keep plugging away. I have been using a helios for a couple of months now and really like the shape it gives me. I pre ordered a Roto Grip Gem which should be a good ball on the fresh. Steve

[Timmyb]

Rule #1--and this is an important one--never go bowling when you think you might be coming down with something.....

184/180/212=576. Tried throwing the new Helios. I just did not have enough gas to work with this ball. It moves very fast in the last 6-8', and for me to throw that kind of arc to accommodate requires a little more power on my part, which I did not have. Switched to the IQ in the middle of game 2 so I could back off a little on speed, which is likely the only way I made it through the rest of the night. Shoulda just stayed home, as I was full on sick by the end of the night. Amazing how fast this version of the flu sets in....

Average slinks down to 218.

[Timmyb]

So, no flu, new ball, and a glorious tip from my doubles partner.

238/248/212=698. Right away in practice, I moved left 4 boards to give the Helios some room. Had a good look, and then started the 1st frame with a Greek church. My partner said I look like a was squared up with my shoulders on that shot. Made a conscious effort to open up the shoulders, and all was good after that. Only other open on the night was a 2-4-10, which was just a straight-up release issue on my part. Helios stayed on the lanes all night, just moving to the inside as the progression went on. My PSO told me this ball would be "arc-ey". He was waaaaay right on that.

Average back to 219.

[boatman37]

So, no flu, new ball, and a glorious tip from my doubles partner.

238/248/212=698. Right away in practice, I moved left 4 boards to give the Helios some room. Had a good look, and then started the 1st frame with a Greek church. My partner said I look like a was squared up with my shoulders on that shot. Made a conscious effort to open up the shoulders, and all was good after that. Only other open on the night was a 2-4-10, which was just a straight-up release issue on my part. Helios stayed on the lanes all night, just moving to the inside as the progression went on. My PSO told me this ball would be "arc-ey". He was waaaaay right on that.

Average back to 219.

Nice to hear about the Helios. Can't wait to get my punched up and try it out. And great job!