Expert: Chip Aki - 1/19/2010

Question
Hello Chip, I am a spinner with a PAP of 2 1/2 straight across. I am having trouble with keeping my speed up, especially when the lanes break down. Every ball that I have seem to hook way too early ( maybe have the wrong layout). Would you suggest a High RG ball for length? If so, whats a good Track ball with a high RG? It doesn't have to be track.....................I love hammers as well. I'd appreciate it if you would send me a layout/s that would possibly work for me. I normally use 4" pins. I was thinking about putting the pin above the ring finger with the CG under the ring finger................ what do you think?

Thanks
Gus

Answer
Most spinners dont have an issue with the ball hooking too soon.
I would take a ball that you have now and polish it.  That will get the ball down the lane and save some energy.  The hammer razyr is a good high RG ball, but try the polish option first.

Good luck,
Chip