I had an amazing ball purchase experience with Raymond. I am a pretty good straight bowler (avg 130 with a top score of 160) and looking to get my first bowling ball. I made an appointment online, and Raymond greeted me when I showed up. He had already read the note that I put in the appointment and immediately started asking questions to help me select a ball. He is super patient and knowledgeable and lent me a ball to try and video myself so he would know how I play.
When I returned the next day with the video, Raymond recommended a few balls that he had in store in the weight that fit me. Once I made my selection, he took my measurement and drill the ball for me immediately. Once we made sure the ball fit, Raymond accompanied me into the lanes and teach me how to hook the ball. He explained the technique and helped guide me until I was quite comfortable with the throw.
Ultimately, I walked out with a Storm Tropical Surge ball, drilled for ~$159. I highly recommend this pro shop to everyone, and I will be coming here for all my...
Read moreWent to Bay Area Pro Shop last week and met with Ray to purchase my first ball after having used house balls up until now. Ray was very helpful and guided me through the whole purchase process. We went down to the Bel-Mateo lanes a few steps away and he watched me bowl a bit. He then got a ball from his stock and watched me bowl with that ball. We then walked back to his shop and selected a ball for me. No upsell or pressure to buy. Ray then custom drilled my new ball while I waited. All in all a great experience! ...
Read moreThis pro shop is a hidden gem. The operator Raymond analyzed my hand and translated that into an impeccable drilling on my balls. I can now do a relaxed full backswing and still have the ball release off my thumb and fingers like butter. I have been to other pro shops and I can tell you the consultation/service here is lightyears ahead. Ray is extremely knowledgeable of the modern bowling game so if you are serious about getting a perfect release and improving your score make...
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