2026 PBA Holman
Legend Patterns
The 2026 PBA Holman is a medium-length legend pattern that tests versatility with its heavy 30.6mL oil volume and moderately challenging 2.34:1 ratio, creating a defined but not extreme transition between the heads and backends. The forward-heavy oil distribution (16mL forward vs 14.6mL reverse) with 612 boards crossed produces a relatively flat front, forcing bowlers to trust their lines and manage the delayed angular reaction typical of high-volume patterns. Expect strong midlane control to reward precision, while the backend responds sharply for those who can navigate the oil volume without overreacting: this is a pattern where ball selection and speed discipline separate solid scores from exceptional ones.
• Reverse Drop Brush
Board-by-Board Volume
Forward Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 2 | 50 | 18 | 3,700 |
| 2 | 2 | 36 | 1 | 50 | 18 | 1,750 |
| 3 | 4 | 36 | 2 | 50 | 18 | 3,300 |
| 4 | 7 | 34 | 2 | 50 | 18 | 2,800 |
| 5 | 7 | 33 | 1 | 50 | 18 | 1,350 |
| 6 | 11 | 32 | 1 | 50 | 18 | 1,100 |
| 7 | 12 | 31 | 2 | 50 | 18 | 2,000 |
| 8 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 50 | 18 | 0 |
| 9 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 50 | 22 | 0 |
Reverse Loads Data
| # | Start | Stop | Load | Mics | Speed | T.Oil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 50 | 22 | 0 |
| 2 | 13 | 29 | 2 | 50 | 22 | 1,700 |
| 3 | 10 | 30 | 3 | 50 | 18 | 3,150 |
| 4 | 7 | 32 | 1 | 50 | 18 | 1,300 |
| 5 | 6 | 34 | 1 | 50 | 14 | 1,450 |
| 6 | 4 | 36 | 2 | 50 | 14 | 3,300 |
| 7 | 2 | 38 | 2 | 50 | 14 | 3,700 |
| 8 | 2 | 38 | 0 | 50 | 14 | 0 |
Pattern data provided by Kegel