The weather was actually comfortable enough for me to bike it to the lanes today, so I took the opportunity to head there to get some practice in. I had a slow start (167), but then had a second game with five in a row for a 222, followed by a 203 final game. I used the Hy-Road in all three games again, so I think I’m becoming more comfortable using that ball.
Lane man’s new “toy”: As I was finishing up, Rob Lawson, the lane mechanic, brought out his new “toy,” a Kegel Kustodian Ion lane machine. As Rob told me the machine had 30 patterns preloaded on the machine, I’m assuming they got the “Sport” upgrade. This machine should increase the variety of patterns the house is able to put out, probably including the PBA ones. “Junior” told me about something he’s thinking about related to the new lane machine, but I think I’ll play his thoughts close to the vest until he actually decides to do it.
Westgate Lanes 50th anniversary celebration: I haven’t noted this until now, but Westgate Lanes will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on Sept. 11. On that day, bowling will be just 50¢/game, and shoe rental will be 50¢, with this special running all day. Also on that day, The Cavaliers and Mudslide will be playing in the pub starting at 5 PM. I’m certainly going to be there at least part of the day, so I hope to see some of you. 😀
The Tenth Board 