Expert: Chip Aki - 12/29/2008

Question
QUESTION: hi. i think u know who Jason Belmonte isn't it? here his video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-JDJCJRApA

so, i want to know, how want to drill ball to suite with this style of play? just need basic layout coz just want to try it and then will let u know later. hope u can help me. thanks

ANSWER: The best layout will depend on your PAP.  I have seen different ball tracks from two handers that I know, so there is not one best or starting layout that will work for all.

I would suggest going with a layout that will place the pin near your ring finger and no shift of the CG.  This will let you play around with the release without the layout getting in the way.  

Once you settle on your style, you then will be able to drill layouts more precise and to help you find the reaction you are looking for.

Good luck,
Chip

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QUESTION: i don't know my pap. how to recognize my pap? i think all two handed bowler have a high rev and high speed. so, i think that will need suitable length. how do u think? I'm standing at the last left dot and throw to arrow 3. sometime my ball hook so fast and sometime hook so late. so, always miss the pocket. hope u can give me the good solution to drill my ball at least basic info that i can give to staff at proshop. thanks for reply my message

Answer
If possible, have the pro shop operator watch you throw the ball.  He or she will be able to help you pick out a layout at that time.

The only suggestion I would make is to go with a control type of layout.  It will be more forgiving and not want to over react to speed changes, lane condition changes, or release changes.

Good luck,
Chip