Ask Bob 9-11-05

by Bob Korth

Q.  Here is a repeat of a question that has been asked many times. If applying powder to shoes to improve slide is illegal, why is it sold in pro shops. Pro Slide it the only name that comes to mind at the moment. And if not powder, how about some tips to improve slide.

A.  Pro slide is technically not powder that's why it is legal. They say it won't come off on the approach that it doesn't alter the surface. I disagree with that. I have experienced cases myself where the approach got very slippery from people using pro slide and slide sticks. Now for your question. You can get shoes that have what are called slide cleats in the sole so you can change the slide distances. I believe the best one is made by Dyno-Thane they are called Dynoroo's. Because the uppers are made of Kangaroo leather they are very comfortable. There also is an extra heel you can buy it has an insert that goes in the front. This sharp front part of the heel is where most people stick. They are expensive but last for many years and are cheap over the long haul. (Less than most bowling balls). You will want either the Tour Ultra or Tour Deluxe. Check them out at www.dynothane.com. If you can't afford those you can get a slide sock. These work very well the best one is made by Slide Sock you can read about them at www.slidesock.com.

Q.  Hi, Bob, I just wondered if you are bowling in the Senior Thanksgiving Classic High Roller at Sam's Town in Las Vegas. I was hoping to visit with you at the August tournament and you did not bowl in that one. I would like to meet you and root you on.

A.  Well thank you very much I love meeting people who read my work. Yes, I will be bowling in Las Vegas this Thanksgiving week 2005. I start my tournament on Tuesday Nov. 22nd. If you want to say hello come on down to Sam's Town, I don't bite and love to talk bowling anytime. Sorry I missed you in August but this year I took the summer off to get myself healed up both mentally and physically.

Q.  In many of your articles you have recommended that people get lessons. How about you have you ever taken lessons for your game? You seem to know most of the answers so I would think that you wouldn't need to take lessons.

A. Trust me I don't know all the answers and I can't see myself bowl so yes I take lessons. Even if I get video of my own game and watch it I can't help myself because I am not subjective enough with myself to pick out the correct things. We all need help at one time or another. I got a lesson from Ron DeGroat just before winning my first High Roller event. And this trip I am going to get a tune up from Bill Hall. There any some good coaches out there in most areas of the country. So by all means use them it costs less than a new ball and the benefits last much longer.

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