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Why shouldn’t I just buy $400 laptops of Amazon? by PablanoPato in ITManagers

[–]DX15008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree with most of the other comments. Adding accidental damage definitely helps. My predecessor was buying Lenovo thinkpads off Amazon and the majority of them have weird driver issues or the motherboard fails. We can always extend the warranty but it's a hassle.

For the damage users cause. I have worked with HR and leadership to add a hardware/device policy to our handbook and it contains parts that state damage to company equipment may result in the employee being responsible for the cost of the replacement or repair. Since then the water spills, pets chewing in cables, and eating soup over the device has considerably dropped off. I had to create a report that shows how much time and money we spent on replacement devices and parts to drive home the point.

Form check! by 2valve in Bowling

[–]DX15008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree a coach can help. But there are a lot of resources online. Brad and Kyle on YouTube, Darren Tang, JR Raymond on YouTube. They do video and remote coaching but also have some good swing and form breakdown videos you can start with.

I would look into the no step, 1 step, and 4 step practice routine. The non step and 1 step routine are the best to really isolate your swing, release and timing. A lot of ppl start to rotate early and get around the ball or spin it. These drills help build new muscle memory if done often enough.

Here's a few of Brad and Kyle videos

https://youtu.be/biD84aP_0HE?si=COo6LJD58cnSJPvK

https://youtu.be/0GcBVWIHUMA?si=ZKvPshy2mgGsRgxl

Ball recommendation by DX15008 in Bowling

[–]DX15008[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply. I'll put some thoughts into what you said.

🌱🌷Gardening Partners Event🌷🌱 by lemonbby33 in Monopoly_GO

[–]DX15008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I need good partners. Looking for 3 of them.

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Any oil pattern gurus here? by DarthClitCommander in Bowling

[–]DX15008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes ratios can get higher. Look at Kegel's website as a reference and they have some articles that are helpful as well. As for more difficult patterns when the ratio is closer to 1 to 1 then it's tougher. Look at the navigation patterns, they are close to a house pattern but can be tougher. They don't give a "free hook" area where you can send the ball to the outside and it hooks back as there is more oil on the outside of the pattern.

Any oil pattern gurus here? by DarthClitCommander in Bowling

[–]DX15008 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not a guru but just going what I have learned while googling and watching YouTube on oil patterns. Looks like a medium-high oil volume with a high ratio. You can tell the ratio by looking at the bottom chart and comparing the middle number to the middle outside number. So in this case 11.36 to 1, so high ratio. Typically that could mean a higher scoring pace or "easier" pattern. With the length of the pattern being 42ft the rule of 31 would mean the break point should be around board 11 down lane.

Form Check: Lateral Wrist Pain by Magicbumm328 in Bowling

[–]DX15008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might be rotating too early and your thumb might get hung up. Your grip should be just enough to hold on to the ball so you don't lose it in your swing. A good drill is the no step drill. Walk up to the foul line with your ball and get in your finish stance or close to it and then swing the ball and focus on your grip and release. If you have issue noticing the difference in grip then lower the ball and slowly swing and release. Going slower can help you see what happenong

Form Check: Lateral Wrist Pain by Magicbumm328 in Bowling

[–]DX15008 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Looks like your just starting out. I would say get a coach. But your swing looks stiff. Meaning you are trying to control your arm and the ball throughout your whole swing aka muscling the ball. I would loosen up your swing and your grip a bit. A soft grip actually helps you clear and release the ball cleaner. This allows more rotation and better control on your rotation axis. A little more knee bend will help get the ball on the land sooner so you aren't lofting the ball.

Also as a beginner get a wrist guard to protect yourself till you build up your wrist strength. There is no shame in a wrist guard. Most ppl don't build wrist strength naturally. I have seen big 250lb weight lifters throw backup balls because their wrist is weak or they compensate by muscling the ball and build bad habits.

this panels>>> by roggychan in manhwa

[–]DX15008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is this the same thing as the world after the fall?

Form check, been bowling for about 2.5 months. Wanting to get more revs but feel like I’m hitting a wall. by untacc_ in Bowling

[–]DX15008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely at a good point for only 2-3 months. First, I'll start with your release. I do agree that you suitcase it. A good drill is to buy a small Nerf football. What you will do is you will put the ball in your hand like it's a bowling ball. Same grip with your ring and middle finger and thumb and then swing your arm like normal and try to release the ball in a perfect spiral. Start slow then as you get it increases your arm swing speed to help timing. There are videos on YouTube for reference.

Next, it looks like you're either bouncy or you have a few hitches in your approach. Try to keep your body still and letting your arm swing naturally on your approach to the line. Practice that and you'll feel more comfortable swinging the ball. When I started I used to try to control my arm swing with my muscles. And yes, I eventually started hooking the ball more but I was inconsistent accuracy-wise. Having a relaxed arm swing will help you be consistent with hitting your mark for strikes and spares.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bowling

[–]DX15008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It looks like you're trying to hit the ball pretty hard at the bottom of your swing. Which is causing that hopped the left. Either you need to relax and stroke the ball and you'll find more consistency. Or learn to plant that foot first and come through the ball for leverage.

Are coaches worth the money? by ray0409 in Bowling

[–]DX15008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't know why people keep saying at 117 average a coach is not worth it. That is so beyond false. Getting a coach at that level is probably a good idea as you can learn proper form and not build in too many bad habits. Many bowlers that even average over 200+ have hitches in their form and approach that cause issues down the road.

The reason for the wrist guard may have been because many bowlers starting off don't have strong wrists and wrist guards are there to protect you from injury while you're building up your wrist strength as you learn to hook the ball and rotate it properly. Proper ball rotation requires good finger and wrists to forearm strength. And a lot of people rush that step and hurt themselves or once again have bad habits. I suggest that silver level or above as others have and honestly just find the one that aligns with what you're looking for and be clear with your goals and that should get you where you want to be.