Expert: Chip Aki - 2/28/2010

Question
Heloo,
My middle finger is 1 inch longer than my ringer measured from first joint to first joint. My span feels comfortable with the ring finger being 1/8 shorter than the middle but when fitted by a couple different pro shops in the last month, they both have a different style (one likes to stretch you and the doesn't) but both came up with my fingers having the exact same span( 4 15/16 for the one setup and 4 3/4 for other).. Just wondering should I give that a try since they both fitted me up with a straight across span?

Answer
It is not uncommon for bowlers to use a dropped ring finger or even spans that are straight across.  The fit is dependant on each individuals hand.  If you are looking to try something new, then the straight across should be fine,  I am just wondering why you were looking for something different anyway.
Good luck,
Chip