POWERBALL Gyroscope? What are people's thoughts. I was thinking about getting one to break the 500' mark. Is it worth the money? Does it actually work? Thanks

Jeff Ash. You are needed in the lobby. Jeff Ash? You are needed in the lobby.

I was turned on to them by Mr. Ash and I bought 50 of them, of which I only have two left. I think that they help your wrist and fore arm strength the most. I din't notice too much difference in my drives but I noticed a HUGE difference in my putting an up shots. With regular use your snap on your putts will be much more, whith what seems like less effort.

Go to this thread and post. Mr. Ash checks this thread almost everyday.
http://www.pdga.com/msgboard/postlist.php?Cat=&Board=Club969

Check this out! :D
Our techniques are radically different. :)

Powerball World Record (http://powerballs.com/akis15552.wmv)

I'm down to 14th in the World :mad:
But, #1 on the North and South American continents! :D

I am no longer the fastest in North America. :(
I'm down to #18 in the World. :( :(
Top 100 Scoreboard (http://powerballs.com/scoreboard.php)

I love how they list sports on that list...harpoon gun...squash...and my favorite video game player! That is a sport???

Have you seen the video of the harpoon gunner?
He has the World Record and the video of his world record is something to see. :D

Yeah, his technique I think belies his "true sport"! I just can't believe that he starts with one hand and finishes with the other. Normally, I start with one and finish strong with the same hand.

I will applaud him on his pacing though. Slow and steady and unlike most, he doesn't really build up the pace. There is a sudden drastic change in speed. I think that is what allows him to get the task done in such a short amount of time.

This whole post is fully intended to be innocently crude. :D

Our techniques are radically different. He uses a rocking motion. I prefer a circular motion. To each his own. :D

Check this out! :D
Our techniques are radically different. :)

Powerball World Record (http://powerballs.com/akis15552.wmv)

I'm down to 14th in the World :mad:
But, #1 on the North and South American continents! :D



That is one of the funniest things I've seen in a while. It looks like he enjoys this a little too much :o

Jeff,

Have you tried the neon or techno models yet?


I got a neon blue and a techno two weeks ago. The lights are pretty cool.

For some reason the techno doesn't seem to build up speed as well as the other models. I can usually hit 11K with the other models but only 8800 with the techno.

and the techno ones are about impossible to read the speed... i'm gonna get a regular one even tho i just bought a techno.

I've all but mastered the technique of reading the scrolling score (hold it lightly with the fingertips), I just can't get good scores with it.

I absolutely love my neon blue. Call me weird but I spin it in the dark and watch the lights spin around the walls of my living room.

Jeff,

Have you tried the neon or techno models yet?






I haven't seen those yet.
Is there going to be a Trance model? :D
I could go for that...
I still get mine out every now and then.
I'm still spinning at a 13,500+ clip. There is no way I'll ever get back to 14,000+ without some type of artificial enhancement(s) :D
I keep forgetting that I have a 47 year old arm :D

I got my powerball (http://www.powerballs.com/) last week and just broke 12000...this little "toy" is incredible!! Any tips on how to really get rpm's up there? Once its up to around 10-11K it feels like its going to fly out of my hand...and I definately don't want that.

stupid powerball, It works but it is such a pain in the *****. I did see they are making a 350hz chrome one, might have to pick one up so I will have two paper weights.

I did see they are making a 350hz chrome one.



I wondered why my 14,456 was sinking like a lead balloon from all of the recent entries. :(
I'll have to try one of those new ones.
As far as how to get faster spins- Watch the world record holder video, as well the many others that are on the website.
Before trying to get really fast spins, make sure your arm is used to the torque that the powerball produces. Spin it several times a day for five minutes at a time a lower rpm's (6-8,000) and just keep it there. As you arm gets used to it start to crank off some faster spins just to get used to the speed increase and to get a feel for the rhythym you need. I'd been training with my Powerball for at least a couple of months before I hit my spin of 14,456- which was third best in the world at the time. I think I'm barely hanging on to a spot in the top 25 now.
When I do get really fast spins, they are only maintained at that speed for a brief moment.
Like a lot of things it's technique, strength, and a certain mindset. Check out the video of the world champ to see what I mean. That guy really gets into it.

I'm stuck at about 11500... slowly increasing... definitely is making a difference with putting.

No Jeff the 350hz I do not think is going to let people spin faster, The site was saying it produces more tourque...

As far as spinning it looked like the champ was holding it with his palm on the grip, so the open end and the counter were on the ends, I would think of this as sideways, I grip mine from the top (hand covering the counter) any advise on grip?

Yeah, I do it differently that the Champ does. His grip is different, and he rocks it back and forth. I spin.

In theory I should be able to spin a 350Hz ball faster than a 250Hz ball. I got the 250Hz ball to spin at 97% of it's potential. If I had the same arm I had three years ago /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif I'm sure I'd be able to beat my 250Hz sppeds with a 350Hz ball. The website says that there can be 10-15% improvement with a 350Hz ball.
Let the arguments begin... :D

I guess it depends on the rotor they put in it, the stuff i read said the first wave of the 350hz was going to have a run silent rotor that would max at 13000, then in the next wave they were going to put in the more standard (quite noisy) rotor...

Man I guess I am going to have to dust off (not DUSTOFF�) the powerball and get to spinnin.

I tried my Uncle's out last week.

Without thinking about the fact that I've developed stress fractures in my wrists at work.

Oh. My. God. The pain...

Academy carries one almost just like it without the counter for 17$ and some change....

yes, but how will you know? HOW WILL YOU KNOW!?!

Academy carries one almost just like it without the counter for 17$ and some change....



Not sure what models they carry but there's a huge range in quality and performance between manufacturers and models.

The key things to know are how much torque they are capable of producing, how many rpms are they rated for, does the unit include a speedcounter and is there a warranty included.

Not to jump at the oppurtunity for a plug or anything but....... I offer several hand gyro models ranging from $23.95 to $45 and all include a lifetime warranty, instructional CD rom and recommended strength workout plan. I offer all my products well below the retail price and satisfaction is guaranteed.

Whats the difference between POWERBALL & ULTIMATE GYRO? Do you sale greek food too? :D I have a POWERBALL 250 Hz, but i would have got the one at Academy if i saw it first.

Powerball is a major supplier based in the UK.

Ultimate Gyro(short for gyroscope) is my company name I too am a distributor. Nanosecond is the manufacturer for Powerball, Dynaflex and for the gyros I sell.

And no I'm not selling any greek food.


Regardless of where you buy your gyro, I highly recommend investing a few extra bucks for one with the speedcounter.

Regardless of where you buy your gyro, I highly recommend investing a few extra bucks for one with the speedcounter.



and ask for the cucumber sauce on the side. :D
(sorry , I couldn't help my self!)

Academy carries one almost just like it without the counter for 17$ and some change....



Not sure what s they carry but there's a huge range in quality and performance between manufacturers and s.

The key things to know are how much torque they are capable of producing, how many rpms are they rated for, does the unit include a speedcounter and is there a warranty included.

Not to jump at the oppurtunity for a plug or anything but....... I offer several hand gyro s ranging from $23.95 to $45 and all include a lifetime warranty, instructional CD rom and recommended strength workout plan. I offer all my products well below the retail price and satisfaction is guaranteed.



What is the difference , if any , between those manufactures ?

Nanosecond is the premier manufacturer. They offer a number of different models that produce top speeds of 13000-15000 rpms and capable of puting out 38-40lbs of torque.(world record is actually 16218rpms)

However I've seen other lower priced gyroscopes that max out at only 9000 rpms. These bottom of the barrel versions have excessive vibration and won't provide enough torque for real strength building. You could use them to build endurance but to build powerful, quick hands the higher end models are far more effective.

As a consumer you can't buy directly from Nanosecond. You must buy them from suppliers such as Dynaflex, Powerball, Ultimate Gyro (my company) or other online retailers.

Sometimes I've seen the Dynaflex Pro offered in some sporting goods stores. I don't carry this model because it has an annoying vibration and just isn't as smooth as the Pro Plus version.

Powerball's 250hz models and Dynaflex's Pro Plus and Powerball models are effective and recommended. I carry the Pro Plus, Powerball(w/ or wo/ speedmeters) and Dynaflex tourgrip models in my store.

Hope this helps

So your product will be the same as the powerball gyroscope?? I am very interested in picking up a gyrscope ball with a speedometer and would like to purchase your product.
I have been told to beware of other companies than powerball and to watch out for very low RPM balls.
Do you offer a satisfaction garuntee and/or warranties?
Your product is just as good or better than powerball?
LMK asap because i'd like to order one tomorrow.

-Scott Lewis

I've used all of Powerball's models and Dynaflex's models.

The Dynaflex Pro Plus and Powerball's 250hz models are identical in appearance and for me indistiguishable in performance.I typically hit speeds between 11600 and 12000rpms regardless of which supplier's gyro I use. (I've broken 12k a couple times with each). Blake told me he was hitting speeds exceeding 13k with one I gave him.

Dynaflex's powerball (w/lights) model is nearly identical to Powerball's neon models. Performance is indistinguishable, I think the neon's lights may be slightly brighter but can't tell for sure.

As I noted earlier I do not recommend the Dynaflex basic pro version available in some retail stores (clamshell packaging, sells for 24.95).

The differences between the gyros Powerball sell and the one's I offer are:
Price
-mine are $5-8 cheaper
Video
-all my gyros include CD rom instructional videos with advanced exercises
Delivery time
Powerball is a UK based company and delivery takes about 10-14 days. I'm based in Pa and ship priority mail delivery time is typically 3 days.

Granted, Powerball does have a nicer website. But if you want it quicker, for less money and have an instructional video for reference I could hook you up.

........and yes your satisfaction is guaranteed.

I offer a money back guarantee, it also carries a lifetime warranty against defects.

I have seen the adds and it does look like yours costs less.

What is the main difference again besides price ?

I have seen the adds and it does look like yours costs less.

What is the main difference again besides price ?



Like I said earlier Nanosecond manufactures all the high end gyros for all suppliers. They just package them with either the Dynaflex or Powerball brand name. So a Powerball 250hz model is essentially the same unit as a Dynaflex Pro Plus model.

I carry the Dynaflex Pro Plus and Dynaflex powerball (w/lights) models.

As I pointed out in my prior post, higher end Dynaflex models include a CD rom video which demonstrates different hand positions and advanced exercises. You could purchase directly off their site dynaflex-intl.com but you would be paying much more than I or anyone else charges.

My website may not be as nice as Powerball's site (yet) but I can deliver your gyro quicker, for less money and give you a video, free wrist strap and satisfaction guarantee to boot.

If you'll send me a sample one, I'll see what I can do with it. ;)
I used to be the 3rd fastest Powerball spinner in the World :) 14,446 three years ago. I haven't touched one recently, or any of the Dynaflex gyros, but I'd sure like to give one of yours a spin. :o:)
Sure wish they had Powerball/Dynaflex age groups... :D

ill chime in here, i got one about two weeks maybe used in a dozen times, it does help with my putting, i can now use my normal putting stance and throw and still get enough zip from 50-60 feet unstead of 30-40, havent seen much help in my driving yet, but im working on consistently right now over distance on my drives.
I have the neon blue one and my high score is 8857.

I left my Powerball at a friends house and I also let someone use it at the FDR Fools fest and they might have messed something up inside the gyroscope.. they were using it and instead of holding it to let it down in speed they just left it in their palm and i had to grab it becuase it was getting so noisy...

So now there is a little noise when i use it, but I got to 10,000 first day and my record so far is 11,058. Can't wait to get it back :)

-Scott Lewis

p.s. How much are new wrist straps?? i broke mine on the first day.

mine has been making that noise for a little while & still works fine... My max is 13,044 & im now getting it goin without that pull string just by spinning the ball with my left thumb. The wrist strap is just in case you loose grip, just hold it tighter and your good...

i like the wrist strap so i can let others try out the powerball :)

I can start it up most of the time with my thumb, but it's great to have that string. definately an important thing to have.

-Scott Lewis

mine has been making that noise for a little while & still works fine...



It's common to have some temporary roughness if the gyro was used by an inexperienced user or if it suffered some sort of impact. Being out of synch (skipping noise) w/ the rotor will cause small nicks in the rotor support ring. These nicks are smoothed out eventually by the rotor axle when the gyro is spun properly at higher speeds. Once the support ring is smoothed out, the rattle noise and roughness dissappear.

Every 3 million or so revolutions (3 months for a daily user) it's a good idea to clean the dust out of the gyro for optimum performance. This can be done one of two ways.

A. Remove speedmeter and blow the dust out with an airhose or compressed air.......or..

B. Open the gyro up and wipe the dust from the inside sphere halves and support ring. To open it you remove the two small screws under the grip band and then "pop it apart". To pop it apart you can either squeeze it in a vise or place a heavy book on top of it and press firmly down upon it (think CPR chest strike).


My max is 13,044



That's an excellent score. I struggle to break 12,000

I left my Powerball at a friends house and I also let someone use it at the FDR Fools fest and they might have messed something up inside the gyroscope.. they were using it and instead of holding it to let it down in speed they just left it in their palm and i had to grab it becuase it was getting so noisy...

So now there is a little noise when i use it,




That's the downside to letting a lot of inexperienced users play with it. Hopefully you'll rehab the little guy back to it's smooth self. (Refer to my reply to Erron's post)


p.s. How much are new wrist straps?? i broke mine on the first day.



Since you made your purchase from me, I'll ship you a replacement at no charge. Look for it in the mail Mon or Tues.

-Steve

Do they make them in large sizes? My hand is just too big to fit on that little thing. My fingers keep hitting the ball underneath and stopping it.

Do they make them in large sizes? My hand is just too big to fit on that little thing. My fingers keep hitting the ball underneath and stopping it.



Have you tried holding it sideways? Clock toward pinky- spinning ball toward thumb. That's how the world record holder does it. He rocks it rather than spins it.

As far as starting without a string. The thumb start puts a lot of torque on the axis/spindles. I have made "clackers" out of balls by starting them with the thumb.
I prefer to start by running it down the inside of my forearm. It isn't as abrupt as the thumb-pop start, but still gets up plenty of speed to get it going.

I just picked mine up (three years old) and hit 13,461 :o

Maybe, I can get back up to where I once was... NOT! :D

Dynaflex does offer a super gyro that is oversized on their site www.dynaflex-intl.com (http://www.dynaflex-intl.com) . I don't think it is as smooth as the pro plus or powerball models but you may find it suitable if you don't mind the vibration.

My hands are pretty large (I can never find gloves big enough- xxl are too tight), I don't have much of a problem. You hold it more in the base of the fingers instead of the palm (similiar to the way you might grip a baseball).There are several ways to grip it ( like the "cup" hold grip), that would keep your fingers away from the rotor.

Powerball offers a metal version that is larger www.powerballs.com/metal.php (http://www.powerballs.com/metal.php) and it puts out tons of torque but is $121.00 (and has been out of stock for over three months now). I have one that I bought during a brief time they had them in stock around new years. The thing is sick, (in a cool, sadistic way) very hard to hold on to above 9500 rpms.

just picked mine up (three years old) and hit 13,461 :o

Maybe, I can get back up to where I once was... NOT! :D



Not bad for an old man out of practice!

I've been stuck at 12,303 for several months.

I start mine by running it accross the knife-edge of my palm.

Cool...
Good news to hear about the powerball and being able to get it silent again :)
good news about the strap.. Thx again and i look forward to it... Would hate to have somoene drop my baby :(

-Scott Lewis

What's up with Millz on the front page? Also I guess it was a little nippy on that tennis court.

Mike Crump threw the page together so I guess he used photo clips that were available to him. If I were more tech savvy I would have laid it out differently.

I will change the site's look in about 4-5 weeks.

Ok I was just wondering if Steve was famous now. :D

What's the difference between the Pro Plus and Poweball versions?

Neon Lights.

The Powerball model has lights that brighten proportional to the speed of the gyro's rotor.

You may also notice powerballs have transparent grip bands to maximize the lights' glow.

Did you receive the two boxes of product I sent?

I got the one with the demos and speed meters /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif So far I can only get around 8100.

Well, you're almost halfway to the world record (16,218).

The other case will come tommorrow if not tonight.

Ok thanks. I started at around a 6000 max so give me a few hours and I will have the new record. :D

I can spin faster than Matt Hall! :D
Seriously Matt- After you've been using it for a while, I'd love to hear your comments on how it effects your distance, putting, etc...
The one thing I have found is that it really helped my endurance. My arm didn't get as tired after playing all day, and recovered much faster the next day.
Later,
Mr. 14,456 :D

To boost your ego:
Jeff, I've got to say at 14456 you are probably the fastest powerballer in the disc golf world.

To bring you back to reality:
You've just dropped two more places in the world standings.
A guy from Sweden just posted 15194 and a guy from Hungary just posted 14485. http://www.powerballs.com/scoreboard.php

You're now down to #25

To bring you back to reality:
You've just dropped two more places in the world standings.http://www.powerballs.com/scoreboard.php

You're now down to #25



I hate reality... :D

Academy carries one almost just like it without the counter for 17$ and some change....



Not sure what models they carry but there's a huge range in quality and performance between manufacturers and models.

The key things to know are how much torque they are capable of producing, how many rpms are they rated for, does the unit include a speedcounter and is there a warranty included.

Not to jump at the oppurtunity for a plug or anything but....... I offer several hand gyro models ranging from $23.95 to $45 and all include a lifetime warranty, instructional CD rom and recommended strength workout plan. I offer all my products well below the retail price and satisfaction is guaranteed.



It's a Dynaflex and is rated for 13,000 rpm., Would be a great gift for someone not concerned about counting the speed or breaking a world record.

I just recently broke 13,000 for the second time. After the first (some months ago), I thought it would never happen again. I can get 12,500 regularly, but those last few hundred rpm's are a doozie!

I just bought one this past weekend. I am looking to forward to using it everyday. Mine has the counter but also has the very cool light feature. Doing it at night is too cool. :D

By the way I just watched the video clip of the new world record and that is sick.

Thanks
Chris

I just bought one this past weekend. I am looking to forward to using it everyday. Mine has the counter but also has the very cool light feature. Doing it at night is too cool. :D



Good choice Chris. The amber powerball looks like a handful of molten lava at night. If you want to build strength, 30 second speed runs are the way to go. Try working out using the 30 second strength index mode.




By the way I just watched the video clip of the new world record and that is sick.

Thanks
Chris



That Akis guy is insane isn't he? Many of the guys in the top 100 scoreboard practice for an hour or more per day. They're addicted to the powerball much like the disc golf addicts are. People talk about Akis on the powerball message board like people on this board talk about Climo

That Akis guy is insane isn't he?



:D


Many of the guys in the top 100 scoreboard practice for an hour or more per day.



Or, they used to... :D

Steve,
I have dusted off my old Powerballs and started spinning again.
The first thing I have noticed is a rapid improvement in my disc golf game.
I shot the best round I've ever shot at our local course. My arm feels better, my putting is more consistent- and that translates into confidence.

Did I bring the THE man out of retirement. ;) G'day Jeff. Keep an eye out for a Greenland magazine pic soon :D

I used the powerball last night and only got to 7800 rpm. You guys are scaring me. At least this morning my arm is not sore. I can't imagine doubling that speed?

Chris

Just bought one of these bad boys. Cant wait to try it. SPIN SPIN SPIN :o Maybe I'll finally be able to hit 400 ft.....

Did I bring the THE man out of retirement. ;) G'day Jeff. Keep an eye out for a Greenland magazine pic



That wouuld be awesome!
Quite a contrast between Horesshoe Canyon's course and the one in Greenland, eh? :D

Just bought one of these bad boys. Cant wait to try it. SPIN SPIN SPIN :o Maybe I'll finally be able to hit 400 ft.....



Once you work with your new gyro for awhile and see improvements on the course you may have to reconsider your board username. :)

I used the powerball last night and only got to 7800 rpm. You guys are scaring me. At least this morning my arm is not sore. I can't imagine doubling that speed?

Chris



Just get it goin in as small of a circle as possible and hold on tight...

How do you remove the speedcounter? /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Not sure if you're serious about removing the speedmeter.....

..... but if you wanted to (for cleaning or because you didn't want a reminder of what a jelly arm you are) it's rather easy.

There are two tabs where you can pry it off with a small screwdriver, key or ballpoint pen.

By the way the record was just beaten (by Akis, who else?) again, it's now at 16,317 rpm.

I finally got to 10,000+. The demo I was using was a little "shaky" after letting a bunch of people use it but the other Pro Plus is smooth as buttah. :D

The demo I was using was a little "shaky" after letting a bunch of people use it but the other Pro Plus is smooth as buttah. :D



That's the downside to allowing a lot of inexperienced users play with it. Fortunately you can nurse the little guy back to top shape by doing extended high speed runs using good smooth technique.

Steve,
My Dynaflex Ultimate Gyro w/lights arrived yesterday. :)
Man, that light feature is cool. :cool:
I've hit 13,048 with it. It runs so smoothly, and so quiet, that it'll take me a little time to get it into the 13,500+ range with it. I'm used to that high pitched scream as it edges into the 13-14K range( but nothing like Akis makes them scream) so it's hard to gauge.
My students at school really like the lights. Molten Lava is a perfect descriptor.
You got me hooked, again.:D

There have been some modifications made to its design in the past year. You can see a small counterweight that has been added.

The modification hasn't affected its speed but has enhanced its smoothness and made it quieter. However after you log a few million revolutions it will loosen up some and have a little more whine to it. (not a bad thing)

I have one that's over three years old and made prior to the mods and it's more of a screamer. It has more fighter jet sound yet my wimpy arm has failed to send it over the 13k barrier.

Have you ever had one turn into what I call a "runner"?
It happens with ones that have been put through extended workouts. It will just keep running at high RPM's, and it takes forever for them to slow down. You'd think it would make it easier to get high numbers, but the lack of friction that makes it "run" actually hinders the overall performance.

Not really. My 3 yr old has seen alot of use and is quite loud when I rev it up past 11k but I haven't noticed a significant difference in the "coast" time.
The 350hz metal runs a long time but that's from the added inertia from the heavier rotor.

Jeff,
Can you do both hands?

You only need a combined 25,000 to make the top-10 Dual Run.

I'm now over 11,000 :D

I'm now over 11,000 :D



Me too, W/ my left hand :eek:
I've busted 13,000 5 times and my max is 13,044 still.....

I'm dying to know, are these speeds message board speeds? Can you guys all throw over 500 feet too? Alright, I know Matt can, I've seen it but how about the rest? :D

yeah i can throw over 500 too! :cool:

I can confirm that, Erron can def throw over 500.

I'm dying to know, are these speeds message board speeds? Can you guys all throw over 500 feet too? Alright, I know Matt can, I've seen it but how about the rest? :D



I let a guy use one at LOSO and he hit 11,900. He had used one before though. :D

i just broke my record with 13,202.......

Bagger...........I will see if I can break mine. :D

Jeff,
Can you do both hands?

You only need a combined 25,000 to make the top-10 Dual Run.



Jim,
Yup, I can spin with both hands. I'll have to give it a shot. :)

I'm back...
Right hand- 11,631
Left hand- 13,263
Total- 24,894

That was my first dual handed effort.
Do they have to be at the same time?

I'm dying to know, are these speeds message board speeds? Can you guys all throw over 500 feet too? Alright, I know Matt can, I've seen it but how about the rest? :D



I let a guy use one at LOSO and he hit 11,900. He had used one before though. :D



And I did that after 36 holes of golf.

I just looked at the video. The dual run is two at the same time. The scores I posted above were done independently- one after the other.

I just hit 23,786 in a legitimate dual run. It's kinda' loud doing it in my classroom. :o

I have been spinning again, once or twice a day, just pure speed runs, I have only been able to hit 10946 as my best, I think I will start throwing in an endurance run once a day, and see if I can improve my top speed.

Word has it among powerball enthusiasts, the best way to hit new personal bests is by reaching a state called "hot mode".

To do this (once you're accustomed to the workout, not for newbies) you work with it for 30-40 minutes combination speed runs and active rest intervals. Then you take a ten minute rest, wash hands thoroughly with hot soapy water to remove skin oils and then attempt your new record.

People have reported besting their previous records by 800 or more rpms this way.

I've been slipping in my training the last few weeks, still holding at 12,303. I think I'll aim for 13k by the end of June.

Steve,
How does the Power mode work?
I know how to do the 30 second mode, but how do I get a score for 90 seconds?


BTW- I just did a 5486 in a 30 second trial /msgboard/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

Steve,
How does the Power mode work?
I know how to do the 30 second mode, but how do I get a score for 90 seconds?


BTW- I just did a 5486 in a 30 second trial /msgboard/images/graemlins/ooo.gif



What does the 30 second trial do? Take your avg speed? I got 4

Last Week,I bought one off Ebay for 25 bucks with shipping, and when I first got it 10,400 or so was all I could get, only been doing the 30 seconds a day work, but today I got to 11,370....

Should be up to about 13k in June, if I start working it a little more.

What does the 30 second trial do? Take your avg speed? I got 4



It records how many revolutions you can get in 30 seconds.
You can get there by hitting the "FCN" button.
The 30 second mode is represented by the "arm" icon on the counter. Get it spinning and then clear it while maintaining some speed. Then just crank it as hard as you can for 30 seconds. The counter will stop after 30 seconds. If you can get in the 5,000 range you are working it pretty good.

Goin' to Mid-Nationals Scooter?
Good prep for 2007 Worlds :)

What does the 30 second trial do? Take your avg speed? I got 4



It records how many revolutions you can get in 30 seconds.
You can get there by hitting the "FCN" button.
The 30 second mode is represented by the "arm" icon on the counter. Get it spinning and then clear it while maintaining some speed. Then just crank it as hard as you can for 30 seconds. The counter will stop after 30 seconds. If you can get in the 5,000 range you are working it pretty good.

Goin' to Mid-Nationals Scooter?
Good prep for 2007 Worlds :)



Ok I had been working with the 30 sec thing but didn't know what is measured. I won't be going to Mid-nats because they won't let me play. :D

I won't be going to Mid-nats because they won't let me play. :D



My bad.
I forgot how close you were to being too good to play in last years event. :D

After blowing the dust off my Powerball yesterday I found the counter/computer was dead. Is this just replacing a watch-like battery?

Yep!
http://powerballs.com/faq.php?q=7

Hey Jeff, what is the mode after the 30sec mode? The one that just counts? :confused:

Hey Jeff, what is the mode after the 30sec mode? The one that just counts? :confused:



That's all it does- count. I guess some people want to know everything... :D

I'm making a prediction. Right here, right now.

I will submit a score today that will easily make the Top 100 on the Stength Board (http://powerballs.com/scoreboard.php?div=stre). :eek:

I figured out how to get the "90 Second Mode" to work.
:)
More to follow... /msgboard/images/graemlins/ooo.gif

Hey Jeff, what is the mode after the 30sec mode? The one that just counts? :confused:



That's all it does- count. I guess some people want to know everything... :D

I'm making a prediction. Right here, right now.

I will submit a score today that will easily make the Top 100 on the Stength Board (http://powerballs.com/scoreboard.php?div=stre). :eek:

I figured out how to get the "90 Second Mode" to work.
:)
More to follow... /msgboard/images/graemlins/ooo.gif



How do you get the 90 sec mode. BTW 12,000+ /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

How do you get the 90 sec mode. BTW 12,000+ /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif



You get it on the 30 second mode (The Arm) and push CLR 2 times. Once will bring up the 60. Push it again and it will say 90.

I just did a 15,616 in a 90 second trial in front of a second grade class. It would be 61st in the World, but we didn't have a camera right there and the score disappears after 30 seconds.
I'll go after it again later :)

15,967 in 90 seconds. That's 47th in the World!
We even had a camera there to take the picture. :)
One small problem- the flash washed out the LCD counter- the score can't be read in the picture.

I'll try it again on Monday and will get into the 16,000's :D

You can't imagine how hard that is to do for 90 seconds. :eek:

how do i scroll to the 60- or 90-second trials? i can get to the 30 sec no problem...maybe i need to find that instruction page.

how do i scroll to the 60- or 90-second trials? i can get to the 30 sec no problem...maybe i need to find that instruction page.



It depends on the age of your counter. My old Powerball counters won't do it.
I am the proud owner of an Ultimate Gyro which has the newer counter.
I'm sure all recent Powerballs also have this counter.
If you have the right counter when you push clear it will show 60. push it again and it will show 90. The old counters don't have that feature. :(

Ah - I was afraid the clear was like a hard reset and I would lose the top speed as well...Thanks, Jeff. I guess my arm will be sore after this weekend.

Those 90 second trials are tough! (http://www.LaPoudre.com/3196_20060525145545.html)

I just got in the Top 100 on the Strength Index
33rd in the World (http://powerballs.com/scoreboard.php?div=stre)