Jack for those of us out of the loop ,what is the 'unlimited bowling ball record' ?
It met all the criteria that was appropriate to the attempt.
1. The ball was in contact with the ground for a minimum of 90% of the distance recorded like a jet car for example.
2.Their was no outside assist except the arm strength of the contestant.
I or it was not shot from a gun.
My feet were firmly planted and I did not pass the foul line when I released the ball.
3. Wind was at near zero and had no effect on the speed.
Like anything else, the air density and temperature surely made a difference but was not considered a factor.
We were actually very near the water level, but that is not a requirement.
As are most speed records because of the speed and sure property damage the attempt was conducted outdoors but that was not a requirement either way.
4. This was done in a single direction as are many speed attempts when the various condition dictate.
You have never seen a bowling ball thrown except in one direction.
5. It was documented by an independent expert agency and filmed.
Both average speed over the entire distance traveled and the terminal speed were listed.
It was from a standang start and also "Out The Back Door" so to speak.
It was done as part of my 20th birthday celebration.
There you have it.
OBTW: Duh Ya think ifin I did it at Bonneville over 200 sunpthin could I git in da club. (I couldn't resist asking anyway.)