yep, hard to get a hook if it's dry.
2007-01-07 17:05:18
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answered by a heart so big 6
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Hello There!
Even when the lane seems dry, there is always oil on the outsides, as most people play the 2nd and 3rd arrow to strike the ball right on in. So during practice, find that line of oil and use it to your advantage. You can find it with your bowling ball, or, by walking up to the foul line and run a finger across the lane from the 3rd arrow outwards. Also, need to throw a ball with extreme force. Consistency is far more important than speed.
One you know where the oil line is, throw your normal hook ball into the oil, which will keep the ball from breaking too soon, then when the ball hits the dry back end of the lane, it will hook, right into the pocket. If the ball breaks too soon, speed up your delivery. If the ball breaks too late, slow down your delivery. You will see right away what adjustment you need to make. When playing the outside of the lane, follow through is extremely important, to keep your ball out of the channel. So when you deliver the ball, go all the way with your follow through, meaning, go to the end of your stroke, even after you have let the ball go, bring your straight arm right up over your head. So goes your arm, so goes the ball. You conquer the lane, whatever it's condition is, don't let it conquer you. And if this is a real and constant problem, speak to your League President about it, or go to the Proprietor and tell them the lanes need more "dressing".
I feel a 300 game in your future!
Good Luck!! I hope this helped. :)
2007-01-08 01:35:08
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answered by Sandra Dee 5
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that's not a bad technique.
You might want to start slightly from the side towards the middle, but not exactly to the 'peak'.
Definitely don't rotate the ball.
2007-01-08 01:06:49
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answered by lk_sf 2
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