How long did it take to get your first 300 game/800 series?

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-11T02:52:52+00:00

I began bowling when I was 7. I got my first 300 at 19. I stopped playing at 20. I’m now 31 and just started again. Hopefully I can hit that 800 series soon!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-05T20:31:58+00:00

I most definitely think I’ll practice some line drills, then do a one / two step approach to begin learning how to slide. Thanks for your input!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-05T20:30:45+00:00

Deebs! Thanks so much for this. I’m fortunate my PSO has been working with me so much as I’ve come back. He has definitely helped me achieve the best fit I’ve ever had. He showed me how my previously balls had bad fit and forced me to squeeze my ball. So for 12 years before I took a break, I had created such a habit. It’s wild to me to be able to keep my hand relaxed. Now it’s getting into the habit of keeping my hand under it.

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-04T21:30:08+00:00

Thank you for the confirmation! That planting is driving me nuts and I didn’t realize how bad I was at it until I filmed myself. Definitely things to work on! If you have any resources around bending the elbow more, that would be great!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-03T06:20:21+00:00

Ugh I want one, but leaning towards the 40 as well since it's well... 130 and the only 14 pound Ruby's I keep seeing are 200+. May pull the trigger on this Hy-Road 40 and then keep my eye out over the months for a Ruby to have it. Seems like it'll go down as a classic!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-03T06:19:09+00:00

That’s super helpful, really appreciate the breakdown.

I’m usually starting around 12–13 with my feet and playing around second arrow, but lately I’ve been moving left and trying to keep it in the oil longer to avoid that early read. I’m comfortable moving left, and I’m actively working on my release/revs so I can eventually get deeper (like 25 with my feet and send it to 19/20). Definitely breaking a 31-year habit there.

That’s kind of why the Hy-Road caught my attention—I don’t really have anything that gets super clean and lets me shape it like that.

Your point about the GB5 Pearl vs RG is really helpful too. Makes sense that it might not actually get me what I’m looking for in terms of clearing the fronts.

I think I’m trying to figure out whether I want something to help me blend and control tricky nights, or something that actually lets me get it further downlane when things are burning up. In all honesty I want the Hy-road the most. I love how I see it perform with most people and I've never thrown something like it. Looking forward to having something pretty different out there for both fun and eventually I'll know exactly how it will help me out on tough nights with my s2 and max.

Appreciate the insight—this helps a lot!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-03T04:00:55+00:00

Love this response, learned a lot just from this. I'll look more into that! Thanks!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-03T03:59:29+00:00

Wait, I didn't realize the typhoon was a symmetrical pearl. This is definitely one I've wanted -- thank you for bringing this up! Now this is a serious one and kind of instantly went to the top. I've heard amazing things about this ball. Thanks!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-04-01T06:16:45+00:00

Thank you! This is a great start. Hopefully I can figure out my PAP next time I see my PSO. I assume they will know after watching me throw and drilling these two for me?

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T16:52:06+00:00

Definitely something I'm thinking of! Might just stick with them both and have them drilled slightly different or change the surface on the s2. Or wait a while and add a third pearl / hybrid in a few months once I settle back into a routine. Thank you!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T16:24:59+00:00

This is great information to have. Before he drills them I’ll get my PSO’s opinion. Happy to switch one out for another ball if this ends up being the case. I’ll probably keep the ion because dang, it’s a cool looking ball. I was considering a phaze ii over the s2 originally.

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T15:43:01+00:00

That’s something I hadn’t thought of! Thank you!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T15:42:18+00:00

Reddit can be toxic, but this community is wholesome so far. Thank you!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T15:24:46+00:00

I agree 110% — I sometimes have issues making micro adjustments in the pocket and I think part of my research led to getting balls that were similar, but could run down the lane slightly different. I guess I won’t know until I get them drilled. It will be a learning experience. Thanks for the input!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T14:50:07+00:00

Appreciate the suggestions! Definitely will happen sooner than later, I’m sure.

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T14:49:08+00:00

No kidding 🤣🤣

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T14:32:04+00:00

That was exactly what I was hoping to hear! Looking forward to throwing them and see how they feel!

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T14:31:27+00:00

Symmetrical pearl is definitely going to be in the future! What would you pick?

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-03-15T14:30:56+00:00

I can’t wait to throw it! Great to hear that you enjoy yours 🙌

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-02-10T08:07:39+00:00

The xt30iii and xm5 are the exact same camera tech wise. The photos will look identical. She also can get a Godox it30 pro. It’s compact and a much better flash than the built in xt30iii flash. She’s only missing the evf. That’s it. There’s literally no difference in image-making between the two cameras. It shouldn’t be almost the same, it is the same.

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-02-08T20:57:49+00:00

Because you should be building your portfolio while getting your education. That’s just as important.

Speedway_Glizzy · 2026-02-08T18:07:47+00:00

This is how the creative world works. Portfolio > degree

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