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Problem
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If necessity is
the mother of invention, Texas bowler Thom Jones was definitely in need of relief after
badly skinning his thumb in a tournament. While taking a shower afterwards, Thom was
struck with an ingenious solution for preventing such injuries in the future - an interchangeable
thumb grip.
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Recent
press reports tell the story:
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Before you begin your
practice session and after you have done your stretches, put your hand in your bowling
ball to make sure it fits today. If it's cold outside, your thumb is probably smaller and
you might need to add tape until it swells. If it's hot and humid, your thumb might be
bigger. Remember, your thumb can change sizes, but your thumb hole cannot. Susie Minshew
Fort Worth Star-Telegram |
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If you are going to bowl
NABI (a handicaps-included tournament that bowls at different centers every weekend),
having eight bowling balls is about right. You should have three to four flaring balls --
like a Brunswick Danger Zone -- two non-flaring balls drilled differently, one
non-reactive resin ball, and one ball for spares. Del Ballard, PBA professional
Fort Worth Star-Telegram |
| We
all know that changes in humidity and temperature affect the size of your thumb, Jones
explains. On top of that, changing lane conditions also impact the ball you choose. |
| There are
obviously numerous situations when a movable thumb grip can save the day. Many bowlers,
including the pros, change balls when rolling a spare. If the air conditioning is a little
cool, a ball that's too loose is more likely to drop and head toward the right gutter. If
heat or humidity cause fingers to expand, bowlers often experience a ball that sticks,
which can lead to lofting, or a thumb injury. |
| THOM'S THUM HAS A
LIFETIME REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE! |
