Lanes Resurfaced At Callicoon Kristal Bowl
The heads and approaches of the 10-lane Callicoon Kristal Bowl Brunswick Bowling Center were resurfaced on January 18-19.
The resurfacing was performed by Resurfaced By Us out of the state of Virginia.
There were no immediate records available as to when these lanes were previously resurfaced but several bowlers who have bowled at that house indicated it was quite a few years ago.
Resurfaced By Us explained that the resurfacing bowling lane procedure first starts by sanding the lane and that the sander removes all of the old finish from the bowling lane and at the same time levels the entire lane.
The sander is equipped with a level that allows the person using the machine to see the level of every inch of the lane. The sander removes any high and low areas and makes the lane flat.
The mechanics performing this process explain that when a bowling lane is flat longitudinally the lane conditioner can be applied more uniformally and a bowling ball will then remain in contact with the lane surface the entire length of the lane, thus creating a more consistent and higher scoring condition.
At the same time they were sanding the lanes they also were removing the old finish from the approaches.
Once all of the finish is removed and the lanes are level the lanes are then fine sanded using two different grits of sanding belts and then the final sanding is done using a fine grip of sand paper followed by two screenings to remove any swirl marks.
The talented (and I mean talented because these folks performing this task have to know what they are doing) sanding crew then clean the lanes in preparation for applying the lane and approach finish.
Once the base coat has dried and additional cleanings are preformed the final coat of finish is applied.
Since the resurfacing process at Callicoon Kristal Bowl only involved the heads and approaches the remainder of the lanes from the end of the heads to the back of the pin deck were screened and recoated with this procedure involving the removal of the lane conditioner, then the screening of the lane, which is meant to scratch the finish so the new finish will bond properly.
This entire process according to those performing this task is for the protection of the wood bowling lane and also to make for a more playable condition for the bowlers.
Kristal Whitmore and family purchased this building that once housed Callicoon Lanes early in 2011 and opened in late July of last year after completely renovating and refurbishing the center with major improvements including a complete overhaul of the Brunswick B-2 Pin Setters.
The center also features the outstanding cooking of Ms. Whitmore and offers a full liquor license.
Lane maintenance and upkeep of the lane dressing machine is handled by Mark Whitmore.
With the resurfacing and screen and recoating procedures completed the center is ready to host the Tri-County New York United State Bowling Congress (USBC) Association Tournament March 3-4 and March 10-11, the Callicoon Fire Department Tournament March 24-25 and March 31 and April 1 and the Hortonville Fire Department tournament with dates to be announced soon.
Plans for a King/Queen of the Hill weekly tournament for Sunday afternoons will be announced soon along with a two-person mixed league Sunday afternoons.
The resurfacing was performed by Resurfaced By Us out of the state of Virginia.
There were no immediate records available as to when these lanes were previously resurfaced but several bowlers who have bowled at that house indicated it was quite a few years ago.
Resurfaced By Us explained that the resurfacing bowling lane procedure first starts by sanding the lane and that the sander removes all of the old finish from the bowling lane and at the same time levels the entire lane.
The sander is equipped with a level that allows the person using the machine to see the level of every inch of the lane. The sander removes any high and low areas and makes the lane flat.
The mechanics performing this process explain that when a bowling lane is flat longitudinally the lane conditioner can be applied more uniformally and a bowling ball will then remain in contact with the lane surface the entire length of the lane, thus creating a more consistent and higher scoring condition.
At the same time they were sanding the lanes they also were removing the old finish from the approaches.
Once all of the finish is removed and the lanes are level the lanes are then fine sanded using two different grits of sanding belts and then the final sanding is done using a fine grip of sand paper followed by two screenings to remove any swirl marks.
The talented (and I mean talented because these folks performing this task have to know what they are doing) sanding crew then clean the lanes in preparation for applying the lane and approach finish.
Once the base coat has dried and additional cleanings are preformed the final coat of finish is applied.
Since the resurfacing process at Callicoon Kristal Bowl only involved the heads and approaches the remainder of the lanes from the end of the heads to the back of the pin deck were screened and recoated with this procedure involving the removal of the lane conditioner, then the screening of the lane, which is meant to scratch the finish so the new finish will bond properly.
This entire process according to those performing this task is for the protection of the wood bowling lane and also to make for a more playable condition for the bowlers.
Kristal Whitmore and family purchased this building that once housed Callicoon Lanes early in 2011 and opened in late July of last year after completely renovating and refurbishing the center with major improvements including a complete overhaul of the Brunswick B-2 Pin Setters.
The center also features the outstanding cooking of Ms. Whitmore and offers a full liquor license.
Lane maintenance and upkeep of the lane dressing machine is handled by Mark Whitmore.
With the resurfacing and screen and recoating procedures completed the center is ready to host the Tri-County New York United State Bowling Congress (USBC) Association Tournament March 3-4 and March 10-11, the Callicoon Fire Department Tournament March 24-25 and March 31 and April 1 and the Hortonville Fire Department tournament with dates to be announced soon.
Plans for a King/Queen of the Hill weekly tournament for Sunday afternoons will be announced soon along with a two-person mixed league Sunday afternoons.
The Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo
Bowlers: This week's tip is a reminder that although there are so many aggressive, high performance balls available, the main component of the sport is having a sharp game and becoming a good shot maker.
Some lane conditions have become very soft and that combination with today's bowling balls has led to high scoring conditions making the majority of today's bowlers very complacent about working on their physical game.
The sport of bowling is making a comeback as can be seen in some of the Sport Bowling Leagues so knowing how to adjust to varying lane conditions and understanding how to use today's bowling balls is only part of the equation.
For those bowlers who want to maximize their potential in this sport, I cannot stress enough the importance of finding a qualified and certified bowling instructor. Even more preferable, you should work with an instructor who uses video technology to completely analyze your game.
Some instructors use the Brunswick Pro Trainer system which gives the instructor the ability to replay a student's shots in slow motion, showing them what adjustments need to be made and compare them to the highest caliber bowlers in the world.
The knowledge you gain from a Certified Instructor is knowledge that will be useful to you and will stay with you throughout your bowling life.
Mike Luongo is a certified IBPSIA Pro Shop Operator, Master Instructor, USBC Silver Level Coach and an Advisor-Special Events assistant with the Storm and Roto Grip Bowling Ball Company. Have a question, call him at 435-720-7939 or email at mikel@stormbowling.com
LOCAL SCORES
BEECHWOOD LANES
Provided By Lori Kimmes
MONDAY LADIES LEAGUE
Diane Staves 175, 164, Lori Kimmes 177, Barbara Cady 182, Beth Schumacher 156, 156, Tracy Puerschner 150, Jody Schanil 164, Jackie Gieger 151.
CALLICOON KRISTAL BOWL
Provided By Kristal Whitmore
MONDAY HORTONVILLE
LADIES LEAGUE
Sue Naughton 172, 162, Lillian Zieres 213, 177, 534, Rebecca Rhodes 163, Chris Burr 160, Debbie Loughrey 168, Deedee Schrader 171, Barbara Pingel 163, Judy Mohn 184, Tolakii Deylii 179, Kim Murphy 168.
TUESDAY DELAWARE
VALLEY MEN'S LEAGUE
Mark Hawley 195, 194, 202, Jeremy Gulley 180, Joe Gager 212, 214, Jon Wayne 203, 214, 193, 610, Alan Rutledge 207, Kory Keesler 217, 192, Bruce Rutledge 223, 204, 600, Ray Wunderlich 203, 189, Mark Goda 180, 187, Kris Rasmussen 186, 202, Mike Gieger 191, Steve Ross 190, Jackie Brockner 202, 189, Chris Berner 182, Bob Head 195.
FOX BOWLING CENTER
Provided By Bill Gleim
TUESDAY LADIES
EARLY BIRDS LEAGUE
Linda Ferris 220, 204, 564, Sherry Persbacker 182, Natasha Tuttle 192, 502, Brianna Walker 201, 504, Lori Walker 506, Sheila Wormuth 199.
WEDNESDAY MEN'S
INDEPENDENT LEAGUE
Tom Anderson 245, 253, 690, Andy Boice 236, Al Bullis Sr. 607, Andrew Bullis 247, 669, Dale Conklin 258, 250, 720, Frank Couse Sr. 239, 657, Jim Dibble 248, 247, 248, 743, Brandon Drumm 244, 676, Brian Drumm 609, Nate Finch 252, Craig Gehrig 246, 618, Martin Haeussler 276, 665, Jack Hazen 234, 234, 659, Paul Ignatovich 246, 256, 713, Rob Johnson 607, Donnie Marino 224, 601, Neil Mosher 279, 663, Mitch Persbacker 619, Dick Price 300, 728, Sam Rowe 625, Hank Whitmore 234, 626, Zuke Wormuth 246, 668, Jeremy Wormuth 234, 669, Ken Wormuth 225, Tony Wright 245, 617.
THURSDAY MEN'S
DEPOSIT NATIONAL LEAGUE
Al Bullis Jr. 246, 632, Andy Bullis 234, 257, 698, Ray Cornwell 268, 631, Frank Couse Sr. 236, 234, 231, 701, Jeff Curtis 613, Vic Davis 258, Bill Gleim 245, 658, Gino Jones 232, John Lanner 230, 624, Rick Mills 226, 661, Neil Mosher 228, 619, Anthony Seely 253, 603, Jim Valentine 618.
FRIDAY COUPLES LEAGUE
Howey Couse Jr. 279, 235, 688, Frank Couse Sr. 615, Anne Couse 180, 191, 244, 615, Carl Davis 612, Crystal Ellis 208, 192, 549, Judy Ellis 183, Bill Gleim 266, 247, 235, 748, Hope Jones 180, Wayne McClenon 233, Dana McGraw 212, 185, 545, Mark McGraw 246, 641, Rick Mills 257, 246, 704, Sheri Oralls 185, Walt Oralls 264, 227, 665, Jen Smith 206, 198, 578, Tim Smith 225, 607, Dan Wormuth 640, Jay Wormuth 611.
SATURDAY YOUTH LEAGUES
In the Junior league Cassie Schoonmaker 131, Brooke Rosengrant 134, Kristy Capel 194, 156. Bantam girls Bethany Brown 108, 148, Mckenzy Brown 111. Bantam boys Nicholas Locke 96, Anton Leonard 96, Thomas Schoonmaker 96.
SUNDAY MIXED FUN LEAGUE
DJ Capel (Bantam boys) 105, Kristyanna Capel (Youth girls) 107, 138, 153, 398, Donnie Marino 268, 257, 717, Ed Townsend 247, Dave Mills 269, Shirley Townsend 194, Savanna Mills (Youth girls), 165, 146, 160, Brian Tiffany 246, Parker Tiffany (Bantam boys) 122, 131.
KIAMESHA LANES
Provided By James VanAken, Mary
Lee Williams, Debbie Durland
and Ryan Lepke
MONDAY MEN'S LEAGUE
Mike Weiner 226, 618, John Hoffmann 257, 226, 676, Jim VanAken 615, Josh Strang 236, 225, 668, Tom Belgiovene 634, Matt Fallon 266, 662, Frank Scuderi 247, 619, Kevin Stackhouse 259, 646, Cecil Walters 242, Ronnie Totten 237, 626, Mickey Lake 622, Eddie Lake 236, 256, 705, Rick Lake 236, 268, 717, Jaryl Scott 255, 233, 673, Vinnie Collura 610, Don Durland 268, 226, 244, 738, Francisco Martinez 258, 611, Al Caycho 236, 644, Jack Moylan 640, Pedro Agapito 259, 226, 671, John Fischer 244, 650, Nate Sanders 226, 236, 678, Dave Graham 240, 630, Lloyd Bridges 263, 659, Larry Berens 225, 258, 258, 741, Erik Miller 608, Jim Frost 288, 615, JoJo VanKeuren 227, 234, 657, Keith Smith 247, 236, 686, Jon Wilhelm 243, 620, James Durland 226, 649, Wayne Atkins 267, 670, Kenny Atkins 242, 639, Anthony Atkins 230.
TUESDAY MIXED
FIREFIGHTERS LEAGUE
Trasey Barres 187, 216, 191, 594, Suzette Bertholf 226, 194, 583, Andrea Grossman 180, 186, 189, 555, Joan Redington 194, 525, Mary Lee Williams 511, Eddie Lake 246, 238, 278, 762, Pedro Agapito 246, 278, 739, Dave Dibble Jr. 279, 683, Todd Telesky 648, Ed Guthrie 648, Mitch Juron 233, 642, Russ Keesler 268, 641, Ryan Lepke 623, Stan Gilmore 606, Edward Walsh 245, 604, Wayne Atkins 226, John Cascone 225.
WEDNESDAY MEN'S LEAGUE
James VanAken 236, 609, Steve Belgiovene 290, 609, Tom Belgiovene 225, 255, 679, Anthony Mentnesh 603, Charlie Tuttle 290, 637, Rick Lara 615, Frank Emmens 234, 638, Gregory Fallon 256, 682, Matt Fallon 267, 248, 246, 761, Jon Wilhelm 234, 235, 675, Larry Whipple 230, 631, Anthony Atkins 267, 234, 653, Vinnie DeGraw 243, Frank Gerow Jr. 612, Kevin Stackhouse 247, Al Frangipone 225, Paul Durland 227, Eddie Walsh 236, 619, James Durland 228, 640, Pedro Agapito 259, 654, Kyle VanWolde 238, Jason Rogers 620, Tim McIntyre 259, 702, Josh Strang 232, 231, 674, Jaryl Scott 264, 235, 708, Eddie Lake 227, 612.
THURSDAY LADIES LEAGUE
Mary Jane Conklin 236, Franny Kaiser 225, 222, Cara Nicholson 182, Mardette Wilcox 189, 227, 183, 599, Barbara Durbak 185, Barbara Merton 221, Rudy Hoke 191, 186, Rita Burdick 180, Shirley Bowen 190, Debbie Durland 193, 190, 224, 607, Valerie Fersch 181, 221, Kathy King 185.
FRIDAY MIXED LEAGUE
Trasey Barres 227, 564, Mary Ann Drobysh-Berens 182, 192, 534, Cathy Carpenter 206, 525, Tammy Sze 207, 187, 546, Julie Chen 193, 510, Laura Palmer 186, Joan Lake 187, Karen Sotelo 209, Donna Smith 196, Kathy Fielding 180, Leroy Williams 600, Dave Graham 236, 637, Eddie Lake 237, 258, 258, 753, Ryan Lepke 230, 227, 639, John Hoffmann 237, 226, 244, 707, Tom Palmer 238, 268, 720, Frank Emmens 235, Donald Durland 226, 636, John Wilhelm 234, 264, 711.
This column is written by Ed Townsend, a public relations consultant to the amateur-professional sport of bowling and to several bowling writers associations. League and tournament information and scores can be sent to 845-439-8177, via email to edwardctownsend@hotmail.com and by fax at 845-205-4474. We are also available at http://bght.blogspot.com/ and on Facebook.
IDENTIFICATION OF ABOVE PHOTOS
Mark Haas, left, and Brian Matthews of the Virginia based Resurfaced By Us Company use resurfacing machinery during the resurfacing and screening of the 10 Brunswick bowling lanes at Callicoon Kristal Bowl on January 18-19.
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