I left bowling for 15 years and came back a year ago. I bought a bag and 6 used balls from somebody that was buying all new stuff. Went to the local pro shop and they wanted $70 each to plug and re-drill. A new ball of similar quality was $150ish drilled. Taking an unknown, oil-soaked ball with unknown use to save $75 just wasn't worth it to me. I struggled (still am) and would always wonder if it was the ball that was the issue. On top of that the new cores and coverstocks are night and day difference. I never got the carry I do now with my old urethane ball.
Nothing wrong with it if it works for you but being a lefty with a far thumb any ball I will find will need re-drilled. There are guys in our league that sell slightly used balls for $50-60 but after spending $70 to re-drill I might as well buy new.
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