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  1. Toon

    Bowling Gear Sale

    Hey guys, Selling the rest of my gear. I've been trying to get back into bowling after long term back injuries but just isn't working. Prices are negotiable, moving soon so would be nice to get them going quickly. I don't have any boxes so prefer a local sale for the balls. AMF The Heist -...
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    Coaches in the Bayside Area?

    Hi All, Want to get my game back and after a long break I have so many gaps and holes in my game it's embarrassing. Looking for a coach in the Bayside area. Send me a pm with price and availability if you are interested. Thanks!
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    FOR SALE: 15lb Track 508A - 50 Games - $50

    Pretty simple, Have a Track 508A -15 lbs. Only seen roughly 50 games and drilled for a lefty. Can post but prefer a Melbourne pickup/delivery.
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    Moving from 15 - 14lb - Any takers?

    After taking a 4 month break due to back issues, I decided to return to the lanes and drop from 15 - 14lb to see if it helps. I had my first 14 drilled today and not only did it not cause my back any grief. I was amazed at the extra control, consistent release, my aiming seemed more accurate...
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    Roto Grip Roto Grip - Asylum

    Hey Everyone, After yet another break due to back problems I have returned to the lanes. I decided that I would take the plunge to 14lb territory. Had yet another ball drilled by Michael at Ballistic Revs who has never led me astray. What I wanted, was a new benchmark ball for the standard...
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    Building an Effective Arsenal - courtesy of goldmedalbowling.ca

    Building an effective arsenal – Part 1 Posted by Tye on May 14, 2013 With CNC’s just around the corner, and several conversations relating to this topic in the last few days, I felt like it would be a good idea to put down in writing a lot of what I say when it comes to selecting equipment. Of...
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    Lateral Adjustments

    From Bowling.About.Com One of the simplest and most effective ways to adjust to lane conditions is making a side-to-side (or lateral) adjustment. This means shifting your starting position either left or right and changing nothing else. How to Identify A Need to Move You’ll know when...
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    7 Bowling Traps and How to Avoid Them

    Another quick read. Not very detailed but I certainly took some tips from it. http://talktenpin.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=8487&Itemid=158 Enjoy!
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    Why am I leaving the 10 Pin?

    http://bowling.about.com/od/learntobowl/qt/Why-Am-I-Leaving-The-10-Pin.htm Here's a link for newcomers having issues with carry. Enjoy!
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    The Physics of Bowling

    Hey Folks, Want to get some more meaningful discussion going on here. Seems really quiet. Some of this is really basic but overall is a very cool read. http://www.real-world-physics-problems.com/physics-of-bowling.html
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    Track 508A 15lb ($50) or Trade

    Hey Ladies and Gents, Pulled the 508A out of the bag after a long break and it barely fits anymore. So looking to move it on, it's had only 50-60 games. Could use a clean. Happy to sell for $50 and hopefully locally in Melbourne. Trades: Only really looking for a single ball bag with...
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    It's a Sad Day, All The Gear Has Got To Go.

    Hey Everyone, Unfortunately, the aftermath of a major motorcycle accident is finally taking it's toll after a few years. I am selling all my gear and might buy some lighter gear next year and try again. First in best dressed, would love to offload several things at once if possible. All...
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    Where to next for Ball Companies?

    I recently threw some new gear from a few different companies while in the US. In all honesty it was nothing new that hasn't been covered. Just more colours and fancy weight blocks and coverstock names to fool the masses. I haven't seen much of a change in what a ball can do in the past few...
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    Choosing A Centre? Why did you pick yours?

    Hey folks, Been a while since we got one of these going? Having moved around a bit recently I have been through quite a few Centres. After a talk with a fellow TBer I thought I'd throw it to the public. I look at different aspects to most league bowlers who love a ditch. I can't stand...
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    Bowling Giveaway for a Junior

    Hi Everyone, Few things to give away. I would prefer this go to a Junior bowler looking to expand their arsenal and preferably a local giveaway. I have a: Vise - 2 Ball Tote 15lb AMF Heist Pearl - Left hand drilled 15lb Mission 2.0 - Left Hand Drilled Free to first to contact me...
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    Is Bowling Really Easier Now?

    Here's a conversation starter...is Bowling really easier than 20/30/40 years ago? No, I am not crazy. Yes, a 300 is bowled daily. We have ditches that allow people to bowl huge scores week after week. But at the end of the day, if you are a tournament bowler. Your aim is not to bowl a 300...
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    Idea for our Elite Bowlers

    Here's an idea, start a petition of all the top bowlers that both represent the country and that apsire to bowl in Internationally Ranked tournaments. Submit the petition along with supporting documentation on the costs and difficulties of representing Australia and travelling overseas for...
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    Storm Bowling - Understanding Ball layouts

    Enjoy!
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    Strike Ability: Guide Spare Adjustment Systems

    Found this to be an invaluable read for bowlers of all levels. Spare Adjustment Systems Despite what they say, you really can't make up for missing a spare There are a bunch of spare systems out there. You may choose one of the methods in this segment for right side spares and have a totally...
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    Building your Strength and Endurance

    Comprehensive training programs for individual sports are often “periodized” in order to provide a progressive and time-relevant training program. That is, they are broken up into three or four phases in the year with each phase concentrating on a particular fitness development. For...
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    My AMF Frankston Experience

    I felt this deserved a thread on it's own. I have been visiting a few centres in South East Melbourne to find the right centre and as my work takes me out Frankston way a bit I thought I would give them a try. Out of all the centres I visited, the customer service at AMF Frankston was in a...
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    15lb: Ebonite Mission & AMF Heist Pearl - Vise 2 ball tote

    Hey everyone! Got these 2 balls for sale now that I have bought an all new arsenal. The Ebonite Mission actually was owned by Kelly Kulick and has had about 30 games on it at max. Is in good condition but is on 2nd drilling. $80 Shipped or best offer The AMF Heist Pearl is an...
  23. Toon

    What keeps you coming back?

    So we have a million topics about why bowling is declining and how to improve the game, promote it more etc. But instead, let's focus on why we come back week after week, year after year. Always looking to improve our game, buy all the best gear available. Let's talk about the positives of...
  24. Toon

    Quick 101 Video for New Bowlers

    http://www.monkeysee.com/play/16230-bowling-ball-selection-for-the-tournament-bowler Quick 3 minute video on RG, Pin Placement, Cores and building a tournament arsenalm by Storm Bowling. Enjoy!
  25. Toon

    Oil Transition: The Change You're Looking For

    I have not seen this posted before, which seemed odd. This is a video released by the International Art of Bowling....by our very own Jason Doust. Great video for everyone. Enjoy!
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