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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| help me | 1/6/2006 | Chip Aki |
| Q: do u think u can help me ? im tryin to find a way to become a better bowler becouse my ave is 83 and ... A: If you have some specific questions, I may be able to help a little. But, your best bet would be to ... | ||
| Spins like a top | 1/5/2006 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I have enjoyed reading the answers to the many questions that have been asked. My problem is that I ... A: It sounds like you are overturning the ball. All you need to throw a hook is to rotate your thumb ... | ||
| More Agressive Ball? | 1/1/2006 | Chip Aki |
| Q: First off, I recently found this site and have found it to be a wealth of information. Many thanks ... A: If you are wanting more hook potential, I would look at the Ebonite Big Time, or the Storm Hot Rod ... | ||
| new bowling ball | 12/27/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: . im a lefty and stand around 10 board and throw out to the 10 board second arrow. my ball which is ... A: The one has a lot more hook potential than the ball you are using now. It is hard to say how much ... | ||
| how to select a bowling ball | 12/25/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I want to purchace a bowling ball,but there is so many to choose from. I dont mind spending the ... A: It really depends on what kind of reaction you are hoping to get from the ball. If you are just ... | ||
| Relation of Thumb to Finger angle when measuring fit | 12/19/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Chip, I'm not sure what a maxY is, but I tried out the first two balls he refitted today and was ... A: I am glad things are working out. There are times that we dont get it right the first time, we just ... | ||
| Concentration | 12/15/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I am a sophomore and on my 2nd year of my Varsity Bowling career. My question is how can I keep my ... A: I learned, while attending Wichita State University, to not look at a target score. By trying to ... | ||
| Where to go to get a bowling ball? | 12/14/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Chip: I'm a fellow AllExpert (sleep apnea category) who now needs an expert in his corner! I would ... A: What part of Chicago? I may be able to find a shop for you. I have friend up that way. If nothing ... | ||
| just getting started | 12/14/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: ------------------------- Followup To c Question - Dear Chip, well this is pretty cool I was just ... A: I would check with your bowling supply company. Most of them offer some type of pro shop training. ... | ||
| just getting started | 12/12/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: well this is pretty cool I was just looking around for some info on drilling balls and seen your ... A: Yes, I bowled in Herrin quite a bit. I havent been back in years though. I live in Lexington KY ... | ||
| auto scorers amf xl 500's | 12/11/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: a.m.f;tells me they dont have enough info. to make a service manual on this model. (amf xl 500 ... A: This is out of my area of expertise, but I would suggest you contact Gary Sparks at Vincennes ... | ||
| Brand New Bowler | 12/9/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Everything! I just joined a league for the first time, everybody makes fun of me because I am the ... A: If you are using a 14# ball and it is not causing you any problems, I would not worry about it. If ... | ||
| just returned to bowling | 12/8/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: 25 years old...quite bowling at 14...at that time i had high avg.etc..etc... i used to have a hook ... A: What are the other bowlers using and where are they playing? Just because you have a ball with a ... | ||
| 7 pin spare for lefthander | 12/7/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Chip....thanks loads. I had already done the imaginary line visualization....but Im pretty sure I ... A: I hope it works. One other thing to try, especially if you tend to miss the 7 pin by sliding by ... | ||
| Bowling Ball Selection | 12/7/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I want to purchase a bowling ball for my wife and was curious as to which type of ball would be a ... A: There are a few balls to look at from several companies. Brusnwick has the Power Grooves, Columbia ... | ||
| bowling ball | 12/1/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: The lanes at my local bowling alley are very dry. I tried my new Ebonite Cross Fire ball.This ball ... A: I would think that Back yard bully would hook more than your cross fire, unless the two of you throw ... | ||
| Type of ball | 11/30/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I wouldn't be asking so many questions, but again, I am in Korea and we do have a bowling ally on ... A: The difference between the 2 Hi Flare balls is the coverstock. The particle has more traction than ... | ||
| Bowling balls | 11/29/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I am a new bowler, I need to purchase a good ball for myself. I have a ball but it was a cheaper ... A: If you want to find info on bowling camps, do an internet search for Dick Ritger bowling camps. I ... | ||
| Type of ball | 11/29/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Thought I was done asking questions, but a few more... I went to some websites to order a ball and ... A: The most versatile specs to ask for would be a 2-3 inch pin with 3oz top weight. With this being ... | ||
| Amateur bowling. | 11/27/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: How to start in the sport of bowling? A: I dont understand what kind of answer you are looking for. The best thing to do would be to contact ... | ||
| PAP oh my god !!! | 11/15/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I've been reading allot of your advieses and I have too say their really helpfull but I read the one ... A: The only tools you would need would be a flexible metal ruler and a quarter scale. Once you have ... | ||
| making adjustments | 11/10/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: i am pretty new to bowling. i roll with lower speed, 12 lb ball (it's all i can do due to ... A: The Nemesis has more hook potential than the Scout. However, having said that, you would not be ... | ||
| bowling history | 11/8/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Im looking to gather some information on bowling for some research I am doing for a Uk based TV ... A: There are two sources that would be of great help to you. Go to Bowl.com. I am sure there would be ... | ||
| splits | 11/4/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: What is the typical cause for lefties to leave a pocket, 7-9 split, or righties to leave the 8-10 ... A: Their are a couple of reasons that those splits are left. The ball may be rolling out due to too ... | ||
| Ball release | 10/30/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I track 1/4" from finger and 3/8" from thumb, and would like to move track father away from finger ... A: Just wondering why you would want to lwer your track more, but here is the best way. Add left ... | ||
| Bowling balls | 10/26/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I am looking for a bowling ball that goes long and hooks hard on back ends. My bowling center lane ... A: Without knowing your ball speed or axis tilt or your positive axi point, I can only reccommend on ... | ||
| Practice | 10/19/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: How to practice? Any special technique, system or exercises that I can put on practice (190 average ... A: The first thing I would consider is to practice with your least hooking ball so you can increase ... | ||
| Any help appreciated | 10/17/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I have just started on a ladies bowling league. I was basically asked because thier other teammate ... A: Having never seen you throw a shot, this will be just a suggestion or two, but hopefully they will ... | ||
| Make ball lighter? | 10/12/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: How much weight can be legally removed from a bowling ball? My strike ball weighs 14# and I ... A: After the ball was drilled, which would probably take out between 2 and 3 ounces, you may be able to ... | ||
| V2 drillings. | 10/10/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I am a righty, before we even begin:) I have a v2 sweet with a pin-out. It is drilled with the pin ... A: Changing the layout will have a very small difference in ball reaction. Core design and surface ... | ||
| bowling ball weight | 10/10/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I have two children who have been bowling regulary for a year, (at least 3 games a week) their ages ... A: I dont usually go up 2 pounds at a time, but if they can handle it, I would think it would be ok. ... | ||
| Thumb pitch | 10/6/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Chip, I've always had problems with overgripping the ball and knuckling my thumb to hang on to the ... A: That seems to be a lot of away pitch with that much reverse. I would try to work your way to zero ... | ||
| Bowling balls | 9/27/2005 | Michael Kamphuis |
| Q: I'm trying to decide on a bowling ball for oily conditions. There are so many products out here I'm ... A: Sheila, It sounds like you're not getting a good grip out of the front half of the lane and then ... | ||
| X-Blem Follow up | 9/18/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I wrote you about the x-blem arsenal agressive particle. I just measured the pin and it is actually ... A: You will be able to place the pin a bit farther from your PAP so that will give the ball some length ... | ||
| X-Blem Arsenal Agressive | 9/18/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I bought an x-blem arsenal agressive Particle from ebay. The top weight is 1 1/4 oz and the Pin out ... A: Sorry, I read thses in the wrong order. The low top weight is probably the reason for the blem ... | ||
| bowling | 9/2/2005 | Michael Kamphuis |
| Q: I have been having trouble finding my spot on my approch.Whenever i start to bowl.What is the ... A: Rick, The fastest way for you to find is spot depends on how quickly you can determine what the ... | ||
| Are X Blems worth the savings? | 9/1/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I have a few questions about X Blems. Are they obvious in apperance? I don't want to show up at ... A: Most blems will have a small X on them and not be overly noticeable. They can have low top weights ... | ||
| Bowling Shoes | 8/3/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: Like most people my stepson enjoys bowling; however, finding where to do play is difficult. He ... A: Master Industries makes a product that is called a bowling overshoe. It allows you to cover your ... | ||
| I tend to throw the ball "across"... | 7/30/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I tend to throw the ball "across" my body, and that gives me a really weird hook to the left, and I ... A: Really watch the direction of your pushaway. Make sure you set the ball in your swing directly in ... | ||
| Equipment Options | 6/16/2005 | Chip Aki |
| Q: I am hoping to find a ball that will give her more movement when the conditions are more oily. She ... A: Wow. The Swamp Monster has a very strgon coverstock and was listed as a heavy oil ball. THe only ... | ||
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Bowling
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Chip Aki
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Expertise
Ball drilling/fitting, Layouts, coaching related questions, any. USA Bowling Bronze Certified Coach, International Bowling Pro Shops and Instructors Assocation member, 15 years Experience in ball drilling, Storm Staff member.
Experience
Team USA State Champion Indiana'87 and Lousiana '97, National Collegiate Championship Wichita State '87, Ky state Singles Champion '99,Team USA National Finalist '97,'98, USBC Open Singles Champion 2007 (814 series)
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