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    I have an opportunity to pick up a brand new 900 Global Bam Series ball for really cheap. I'm really in need of a good plastic spare ball, so this piqued my interest. The only thing is that it's a 10lb ball...
    Do you think it really matters on the weight of the ball if you're just trying to pick up a 10-pin here and there?
    Should I just spring for a 16 pounder to keep things consistent?

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    The problem with that low of a ball weight compared to your normal weight is that you will tend to "muscle" he ball and be all over the place. Some people will throw a ball 1 pound lighter at their spares for added speed.
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    Another problem with that low a weight is deflection. If you shoot at any multi pin spares, the ball will deflect a lot.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stormed1 View Post
    The problem with that low of a ball weight compared to your normal weight is that you will tend to "muscle" he ball and be all over the place. Some people will throw a ball 1 pound lighter at their spares for added speed.
    I'd be using it almost exclusively for 10's, 4-6's, and of the like; shots I don't typically leave. Any other concerns I should have besides overpowering it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by bowl1820 View Post
    Another problem with that low a weight is deflection. If you shoot at any multi pin spares, the ball will deflect a lot.
    Hmm, you're right.

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    That much weight difference really opens you up to inconsistency. I would try to stick as close to your normal ball weight as possible.
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    I agree with the above. It will probably be difficult to be accurate and you won't be making as many of those spares as you would with a ball closer to your strike ball weight.

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    One pound lighter is all I would recommend for a spare ball. Typically you will throw your spaer ball somewhat faster to keep it on line. Any more than a one pound difference will create major timing problems with both the spare ball and the strike ball.

    I would definitely pass on the 10 pounder.
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    I'm of the thinking that you should never change weights between balls. Consistency is the key to bowling. Whether it's your grip, weight of the ball, approach, pre-shot routine, etc. There would be no benefit other than speed in moving down, and you would most likely lose accuracy. Accuracy>Speed. I'd rather a person go up a pound for spares than down.
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