Well the 2013 US Open starts. I have bowled a couple of US Opens in the past and if you scroll down this page you will see one of my comments about what it's like bowling on that pattern. Now this year they shortened the pattern by a couple of feet back to 38 feet in length. But don't think that will make it any easier, cause it won't. The problems that are created by missing on the 42 foot will still exist on this years 38 foot pattern. The only real difference will be that the gutter will be at about the 9 board instead of the 12 board like it was a couple of years ago. Also you will be using slightly less aggressive bowling balls. I say slightly less because the best way to play this condition is to stay with a little more aggressive ball than you would think and use a weaker or less aggressive hand release.
The picture below gives a funny but VERY true description of how the Open pattern plays. If you ever bowl the US Open, make sure you leave your emotions back at home in a box. Cause having emotions at this tournament will dig you a huge hole. I have said before and I'll say it again the US Open is the toughest shot on the planet EVER! Anyone who has ever bowled in it will NOT disagree!
