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Patching skin

Last post 05-07-2008 11:16 PM by Smash49. 1 replies.
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  • 05-06-2008 3:53 PM

    Patching skin

    I occasionally get a thumb knuckle blister and tear it open while bowling. This is not from poor fit but because I'll bowl a couple of dozen games at one time. Different things cause it, too hot in the bowling center, practicing throwing hard and straight at the corner pins, etc., etc. The question is how do I cover the damaged skin if I am bowling league, tournament or something else? I've used Nu-Skin but it always peels off within several frames (hurts like heck to put on too!). I've heard mention that nail polish works better. Any suggestions on what's out there?

     

    Thanks,

     

    Joe B

  • 05-07-2008 11:16 PM In reply to

    • Smash49
    • Top 150 Contributor
    • Joined on 07-15-2002
    • Irving Texas
    • Posts 121

    Re: Patching skin

     Joe

     

    One thing to do is to put Nu Skin on before the wound appears.   I also mix it with Ez Slide or soapstone.  This makes it a little slick as Nu Skin is a bit tacky.  Another thing I have also been trying is a thin black tape that ABS and Turbo both put out.  The tape stays on better with a bit of super glue in the corners and works really well.  I rarely have a blister anymore and normally it's due to humid conditions this time of year.  Even with the tape on it still hurts but it's not real bad.

     

    Robert 

     

     

    Robert C. Maxfield II

    USBC Silver Level Coach,
    Dick Ritger Level 2, ASEP,
    USBC Level 1 Instructor,
    IBPSIA Certified Pro Shop Technician,
    Rated Outstanding Bowling Coach in the State of Texas, Bowlers Journal 2006,
    Bowlers Journal Top 100 Coach, 2007
    Head Coach Irving High School Bowling Program 2004-06-08, Irving Academy 2007.
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