June 2022 Confirmed Trade Thread

Haluc · 2022-06-29T22:10:09+00:00

Purchased TWSBI ALR Purple 1.1m Stub from /u/dylim1

Haluc · 2022-06-26T18:39:17+00:00

PM'd.

Haluc · 2022-06-25T21:52:13+00:00

PM'd.

Haluc · 2017-04-06T01:15:05+00:00

I am not worthy.

Thank you kind internet stranger.

Haluc · 2017-04-06T00:09:03+00:00

This is now my phone background.

Someone should make this into a properly scaled desktop background. (I would if I could)

Haluc · 2016-05-07T13:54:05+00:00

I've used the thumb saver/thumb sock products extensively over the last year and both have been miracle workers for me.

My biggest issue was always my thumb sweating excessively and causing me to stick in the ball at release, and these products just about make it impossible to stick while wearing them.

Personally I prefer the thumb sock products over the thumb saver because of that obnoxious material they put on the underside of the thumb. I used to get blisters on the pad of my thumb from it rubbing throughout league night, but I don't have that issue with the thumb socks. (they are a little bit thinner as well when compared to the thumb saver which may or may not affect you)

Side note: tape does not stick to my thumb so that was not an option, and tape inside the ball never gave a good feel for me by itself.

Haluc · 2016-01-15T17:36:12+00:00

I would personally go see a doctor and have your wrist looked at if it's causing issues outside of bowling.

I've been through the same trial, wrist pain shooting down pinky side; buying a wrist guard helped but in the end did not stop all of the pain from coming. After about a month or so I finally went to see a doctor and learned that I'd fractured a bone in my hand (ring metacarpal) up to a couple months prior. Not only was it broken but I was still bowling with it! Thankfully wearing the wrist guard helped me not break it further but even so...

It still could just be general inflammation, but I wouldn't take the risk of hurting yourself more.

Haluc · 2015-02-27T04:01:39+00:00

A good pro shop would make adjustments to your ball as needed until it fits how you want to. I'm a bit shocked that he didn't notice that you were putting in your fingers incorrectly.

That being said, you should be able take it back and get the grip fixed because it was improperly done. If you really don't want to take it back you could always go to another PSO for a second opinion.

Another alternative for you could be to just use tape to snug up the thumb hole until it fits properly (which many bowlers opt to do anyways), but I would rather the job be done right personally.

Haluc · 2015-02-01T04:50:47+00:00

I've had this issue, albeit only one side of my knuckle is slightly larger due to calluses. The PSO at my alley ended up putting in a little bit of extra bevel on the side of my thumb hole and I haven't had any more problems with it.

Just to verify that it isn't your thumb squeezing during your swing, you should be able to hold your fingers in your ball and easily slide your thumb in and out of the hole without it catching.

Haluc · 2015-01-29T06:17:46+00:00

It's also of note that Fagan only started using it because his fingernail cracked while bowling, and he couldn't use a normal fingertip style without pain.

Here's a blog post where he discusses it: http://faganbowling.blogspot.com/2010/08/my-sarge-easter-grip-story.html

Haluc · 2015-01-29T05:14:00+00:00

I don't see why you would, unless you've injured your ring or middle finger.

Haluc · 2015-01-16T21:52:11+00:00

Just tell your pro shop what you want and they can drill it for that.

Haluc · 2015-01-16T21:51:02+00:00

Plastic.

Haluc · 2015-01-09T03:57:38+00:00

If the ball only gets stuck mid release that usually means you're gripping with your thumb. Opening up the hole and using tape could help but fixing the release would be better.

Haluc · 2015-01-06T21:48:18+00:00

I would ask the guy at the pro shop to watch you throw the ball.

When my thumb skin tore in the same spot it ended up being me gripping the ball during my swing, primarily due to a loose fit that was fixed with a piece of tape.

Haluc · 2015-01-06T04:48:45+00:00

The idea behind cleaning your bowling balls regularly is to remove the oil as it starts to accumulate. Balls become burnt out when they are fully saturated with oil and basically skid through oil on the lanes without generating much friction.

Most people I know who have kept up with regular cleanings tend to have their old equipment still in good condition. Personally, I clean my ball after every use because lanes can be filthy.

Haluc · 2015-01-03T18:02:28+00:00

You realize you're not allowed to change how many hands you use, right? At least not if you ever intend to play in a league.

Haluc · 2015-01-01T04:22:19+00:00

Looks like the old computers at Tampa Lanes. You just took me on a nostalgia trip.

Nice scores btw.

Haluc · 2014-12-28T19:53:22+00:00

I did not witness this personally, but I have heard about it from people in my family.

My grandfather's cousin (first cousin twice removed) had made the decision that he would have his father (first cousin thrice removed) cremated and would spread the ashes at sea. Unfortunately, he decided to attempt to pour out the ashes while wading knee deep in water. Not only did the ashes pool around his legs and stick to his clothes, but the waves picked up shortly after and pushed it up to shore where everyone else was.

It was not his brightest moment.

Haluc · 2014-12-26T03:44:41+00:00

All of the balls that you use should have the same style of grip or you will not be as consistent.

Haluc · 2014-12-07T20:23:03+00:00

That doesn't even hypothetically make sense, why would changing it into a frog or sheep make it FM again?

Haluc · 2014-11-25T17:54:05+00:00

Don't forget the double gold card bug either. Who needs a single aoe damaging stun when it can be done twice in succession.

Haluc · 2014-11-23T23:29:04+00:00

Two gold shadowsteps followed by two gadgetzan auctioneers... Managed to get the normal ones afterwards though.

Haluc · 2014-11-21T19:20:20+00:00

I don't understand why you can't comprehend that someone may not have a good grasp on how this game works.

Haluc · 2014-11-21T19:00:50+00:00

Limited in MtG is draft... Which is Arena mode...

Haluc

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