Talk Bowling - Episode #0063 - Pink Panther Finish and Why Bowling Balls Lose Their Hook?
Release Date: 09/10/2010
Talk Bowling - Episode #63
Question from viewer:
Q - Guys your video on the Lane #1 Pink Panther is awesome. It looks like a really good ball for all you guys. I was looking at it on your web site and had a question about the factory finish, what does 6421 mean?
A - Lane #1 bowling balls are currently manufactured by 900 Global. They have a unique finishing technique that allows the ball to be polished while maintaining some grit under the polish. 6421 means the ball is sanded down with 60 micron (230 grit), then 40 micron (320 grit), then 20 micron (500 grit), then 10 micron (1000 grit). Then it is polished with Rough Buff compound for 20 seconds two times.
Good question and keep in mind that the ball reaction can be tweaked by adjusting the surface of the ball both in grit of the sand and in the polish used.
Question from Andy:
Q - This question is for Tony, I was wondering can you hear your ball roll down the lane? I want to know this because I am not 100% sure if I am a tweener or a cranker, thanks!
A - Normally no, I do not hear anything when my ball goes down the lane. If I miss one maybe you will hear a finger hole real quick but not normally. Keep in mind this may not be the best way to figure out where your game fits. Hitting a hole while the ball goes down the lane has to do with your track and how much the ball is flaring. I know strokers and crankers whose ball you hear nothing when they throw it and visa versa.
Question from Kingpin:
Q - Why do bowling balls die, or lose all of their hook?
A - This is something that all ball manufacturers have been working on to find an answer to and figure out how to make the ball reaction last a little longer. As we have explained in previous shows these newer balls are like sponges an as you bowl they absorb oil. Over time the pores in the cover get full and this creates less friction leading to a loss in ball reaction.
The other reason comes from the surface again. The surface is full of peaks and valleys. You can see them if you were to look at it under a microscope. Over time these peaks and valleys smooth out and again create less friction on the lane leading to less ball reaction. The proper maintenance is the best way to ensure you get the most from your ball over the the life cycle of the ball.
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Answer to last weeks question:
Q - Who holds the record for the most gutter balls in one game and how many was it?
A - Richard C of Danielson, CT - 19 straight gutter balls
This weeks question:
Q - What was the highest beginner’s first league score ever bowled?
Question from viewer:
Q - Guys your video on the Lane #1 Pink Panther is awesome. It looks like a really good ball for all you guys. I was looking at it on your web site and had a question about the factory finish, what does 6421 mean?
A - Lane #1 bowling balls are currently manufactured by 900 Global. They have a unique finishing technique that allows the ball to be polished while maintaining some grit under the polish. 6421 means the ball is sanded down with 60 micron (230 grit), then 40 micron (320 grit), then 20 micron (500 grit), then 10 micron (1000 grit). Then it is polished with Rough Buff compound for 20 seconds two times.
Good question and keep in mind that the ball reaction can be tweaked by adjusting the surface of the ball both in grit of the sand and in the polish used.
Question from Andy:
Q - This question is for Tony, I was wondering can you hear your ball roll down the lane? I want to know this because I am not 100% sure if I am a tweener or a cranker, thanks!
A - Normally no, I do not hear anything when my ball goes down the lane. If I miss one maybe you will hear a finger hole real quick but not normally. Keep in mind this may not be the best way to figure out where your game fits. Hitting a hole while the ball goes down the lane has to do with your track and how much the ball is flaring. I know strokers and crankers whose ball you hear nothing when they throw it and visa versa.
Question from Kingpin:
Q - Why do bowling balls die, or lose all of their hook?
A - This is something that all ball manufacturers have been working on to find an answer to and figure out how to make the ball reaction last a little longer. As we have explained in previous shows these newer balls are like sponges an as you bowl they absorb oil. Over time the pores in the cover get full and this creates less friction leading to a loss in ball reaction.
The other reason comes from the surface again. The surface is full of peaks and valleys. You can see them if you were to look at it under a microscope. Over time these peaks and valleys smooth out and again create less friction on the lane leading to less ball reaction. The proper maintenance is the best way to ensure you get the most from your ball over the the life cycle of the ball.
Sponsors:
buyCostumes.com
BuyCostumes.com is your ultimate source of various Halloween costumes, accessories and party supplies for people (and even pets!) of all ages. View over 15,000 items from a wide range of genre and categories. Whether you want to go for scary tactics or cutesy costumes, buycostumes.com has the most complete set of costumes for you.
TalkBowling viewers can save 12% just by visiting www.buycostumes.com/talkbowling
Help support us by supporting our sponsors.
Answer to last weeks question:
Q - Who holds the record for the most gutter balls in one game and how many was it?
A - Richard C of Danielson, CT - 19 straight gutter balls
This weeks question:
Q - What was the highest beginner’s first league score ever bowled?