2023 USBC Senior Masters
USBC Senior Masters
The 2023 USBC Senior Masters is a medium-length 39-foot pattern with substantial oil volume (30.4mL) that demands precision and controlled aggression. The forward-heavy oil distribution (17.51mL vs 12.87mL reverse) creates a moderately sharp angular response off the dry, with the 2.35:1 ratio pushing the breakpoint predictably downlane while resisting over-reaction in the front: this setup rewards bowlers who trust controlled revs over excessive speed. At 675 boards crossed, the pattern spans a traditional playing corridor that favors controlled hand action and mid-lane control; power players will find the heavy oil volume supports strong backends, but the forward bias means pushing too many boards early will lead to inconsistent carrydown and pin action across multiple games.
Board-by-Board Volume
Forward Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 5 | 45 | 18 | 8,325 |
| 2 | 5 | 35 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,790 |
| 3 | 7 | 33 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,430 |
| 4 | 9 | 31 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,070 |
| 5 | 10 | 30 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 1,890 |
| 6 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 22 | 0 |
Reverse Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 30 | 0 |
| 2 | 8 | 32 | 6 | 45 | 18 | 6,750 |
| 3 | 5 | 35 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 2,790 |
| 4 | 2 | 38 | 2 | 45 | 18 | 3,330 |
| 5 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 45 | 14 | 0 |
Pattern data provided by Kegel