THE STORY: At Kegel we realize everyone is searching for some kind of direction. The Kegel Navigation Patterns were created to help proprietors give bowlers those stepping stones in order to improve, compete and reach their full potential. Until now, there have not been many pattern choices or a difficulty level between 'House' and 'USBC Sport Bowling' patterns. USBC's Sport Bowling is a good description of difficulty but the definition of 'House' only means what bowling has given to it. Even though we realize that means easy lane patterns, to beginning bowlers that description means nothing. With all that in mind, Kegel has created a series of patterns called the Kegel Navigation Patterns. All of the Kegel Navigation Patterns are grouped and separated by three levels of difficulty; Sport, Challenge and Recreation. The Kegel Recreation Series of oil patterns are ratios of 5:1 or greater, the Kegel Challenge Series oil patterns are ratios between 3:1 - 5:1 and climbing to the top of the ladder, all Kegel Sport Series oil patterns are USBC Sport Bowling compliant which adhere to ratios of 3:1 or less. The Kegel Navigation Patterns are available in Kegel's Pattern Library on www.kegel.net to view and download for free while Kegel's award winning Technical Support department, Lane Maintenance Central, will be available for questions and to assist in setting up these patterns in your bowling center for your customers. MEET THE PATTERN SERIES: MEET THE NEW KEGEL 'KODE' SYSTEM FOR EACH PATTERN: The 'KODE' of the pattern is a quick reference guide to the technical details of each pattern. You'll notice four numbers above the category reference. The first two numbers represent the ratio of the pattern per USBC Sport Bowling parameters. In the example, the number 28 tells us the pattern has a side-to-side ratio of 2.8 to 1 at the 22' mark. The second two numbers represent the distance of the pattern. In the example, the number 39 tells us the pattern is 39 feet long. MEET THE ICONS FOR THE PATTERN SERIES:

The Sport Series of patterns are designed to challenge the more serious bowler, or bowlers wishing to increase their skill level, by playing on conditions that will completely test their versatility, power, accuracy, repetition and knowledge. All the patterns in the Sport Series are within USBC Sport Bowling ratio parameters of 3:1 or less when developed but each center should ensure that each pattern is Sport compliant in their own unique environment. Many factors can make a pattern pass Sport in one bowling center and not in another bowling center. If you have any questions or need help adjusting a pattern, please contact our Kegel Technicians by calling; 1 (800) 280-2695 in the US or +1 (863) 734-0200 internationally.

	BOARDWALK 2435 Based upon the 2000 PBA Indianapolis Open pattern which was created by Kegel, this pattern is designed to play towards the edge board. Because of the relatively short 35 foot length of the BOARDWALK, players will need to control the excessive change of direction of the bowling ball as it enters the 25 feet of dry backend. Since lanes do have many topographical differences, on some lanes the BOARDWALK will require a more direct route to the pocket while other lane characteristics may allow players to swing the ball to the edge board. Like all wooden walkways, this pattern can provide great excitement but stray too far off the BOARDWALK and you'll find yourself in the moat! PATTERN LIBRARY
	WINDING ROAD 2839 This oil pattern uses a distance of 39 feet with very little downlane help to guide the ball into the pocket. Because of the lower ratios towards the end of pattern, the greatest factor on how the WINDING ROAD will play is the lane surface and how the bowlers breakdown the pattern. The WINDING ROAD could play more inside or it could play more outside but the player who figures it out will straighten out the WINDING ROAD! PATTERN LIBRARY
	HIGHWAY TO HELL 2340 This 40 foot pattern is the flattest of the group and therefore can be the most difficult. With an increased amount of conditioner outside, the HIGHWAY TO HELL is a low latitude ratio pattern with very little left to right shape to help guide the bowling ball towards the pocket. Each player will have to decide and make sense of their ball reaction to decide what's best for them to find their way down the HIGHWAY TO HELL! PATTERN LIBRARY
	DEAD MAN'S CURVE 3043 This 43 foot pattern has more out of bounds than most patterns because of the increased application of conditioner on the forward pass. With a slight increase slope of oil from the tenth board to the fourteenth board on the return pass, the goal of the player is to target along those boards of extra conditioner without swinging the ball too much towards the outside part of the lane. Players who try to excessively curve the ball with too much speed will find DEAD MAN'S CURVE hazardous to their score. PATTERN LIBRARY

The Challenge Series of patterns are the perfect compliment for many bowlers looking for more of a challenge than recreational house patterns but not the exteme challenge of a Sport Bowling condition. All the patterns in the Challenge Series fall between 3:1 and 5:1 ratios using USBC Sport Bowling calculations so they are not too easy or too difficult for most middle to higher average bowlers. Each of the patterns in the Challenge Series have their own unique characteristic and will play best in different parts of the lane which will test the bowler's skill, knowledge while allowing an enjoyable bowling experience. If you have any questions, please contact our Kegel Technicians by calling; 1(800) 280-2695 in the US or +1 (863) 734-0200 internationally.

	BROADWAY 4537 This 37 foot pattern is named after the wide open street in Manhattan called BROADWAY, which ironically originates at a park called Bowling Green. BROADWAY was originally translated from the Dutch name of 'Breede weg' because of its location in New Amsterdam. Because of the medium short length of this pattern and light volume of conditioner towards the outside portion of the lane, players can arrive to the pocket on the BROADWAY from multiple directions. PATTERN LIBRARY
	MIDDLE ROAD 4239 In political terms, this pattern is centrism in nature because the characteristics lie between the extremes of having to play too far to the right or too far to the left. The MIDDLE ROAD is a 39 foot pattern that is moderately challenging; it's not too easy, it's not too difficult. The best mindset and line for this pattern is usually somewhere near the middle of the road. PATTERN LIBRARY
	BEATEN PATH 4541 This 41 foot pattern is much like the MIDDLE ROAD but two feet longer. Because of this added length, the options of attack will be a little more limited and the pattern will usually play where the most worn or highest friction part of the lane surface is. The players who excel in reading the lanes will easily find the BEATEN PATH and make this pattern look relatively easy. If you veer too far off the BEATEN PATH, it will play more difficult. PATTERN LIBRARY
	ROUTE 66 4345 As one the longest roads in America, so is this pattern in the series. At 45 feet in length, and as with most long oil patterns, the optimum line is usually one that is closer to the pocket or more towards the inside portion of the lane. The greatest slope of conditioner on the ROUTE 66 is from the 11th board to the 16th board so players should target along this route. Outside of that slope, the pattern is flat so there will be very little room for error. "If you get hip to this tip, take that bowling center trip to get your kicks on ROUTE 66! " PATTERN LIBRARY

The Recreation Series of oil patterns were developed to slowly increase the beginning bowler's skill level by making the bowlers play in different parts of the lane and provide different types of ball motion while still giving the bowler a large margin for area. Although some of the Recreation patterns may work in some environments as a daily house shot, the series was not designed with this in mind. If you find a certain pattern is perfect for your center, great, but there are many variables that need to be taken into consideration for your perfect house pattern. If you are searching for that perfect house pattern for your center, please contact our Kegel Technicians by calling; 1 (800) 280-2695 in the US or +1 (863) 734-0200 internationally.

	EASY STREET 7938 Because of the medium distance of this pattern, it is favorable to many different styles and ball choices. Bowlers with higher rev rates can easily swing the ball and bowlers with lower rev rates can play more direct. This pattern is just like walking down EASY STREET with no worries on a nice summer day. PATTERN LIBRARY
	WALL STREET 7240 Unlike WALL STREET of today, this 40 foot pattern yields no surprises and is very defined at the 10th board. To be successful on the WALL STREET, we advise you to place your slide position near the big dot and bowl over the second arrow so your scores will flourish! PATTERN LIBRARY
	MAIN STREET 7241 This 41 foot pattern is typical of the many house shots used across the USA. Using a slight blend, the MAIN STREET is a pattern that allows many different styles to score while socializing and hanging out with friends. PATTERN LIBRARY
	HIGH STREET 8144 At 44 feet in length, the oil line is very high and extends far down lane giving hold area like no other pattern in the series. Players will have to target along the highest point of oil much longer to prosper on the HIGH STREET. PATTERN LIBRARY

FREE BOWLING CENTER PROMO KIT: Kegel provides a FREE Center Promotion Kit of posters and handouts for promoting the new Navigation patterns. You can use these material to promote you Navigation Pattern Leagues and Tournaments - or any event you use our patterns. Please fill out our "Write to us" form and add your note for requesting your FREE promotional kit. Note: $9.95 for Domestic shipping and handling. Please contact Kegel for international shipping or download the documants from here: Download the Poster! Dowload the Brochure!