Gateway Arch is a 42-foot Kegel Landmark pattern with a 6.58 to 1 ratio. The medium-long length and moderate ratio make it a balanced pattern. It gives you a usable amount of room while still asking for a solid, repeatable shot.
At 42 feet the breakpoint is a touch deeper, so playing in front of you helps. The moderate ratio gives a fair pocket, making Gateway Arch a pattern most styles can attack with the right plan.
| Length | 42 feet |
|---|---|
| Ratio | 6.58 to 1 |
| Oil volume | 25.99 mL |
| Conditioner | Ice |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Series | Kegel Landmark |
A 42-foot medium pattern fits a straight game. Play direct with good speed and let the moderate ratio give you a clean read. Keep the ball in front of you and repeat.
Play a controlled angle and trust the breakpoint. There is enough room to make small moves inward as the pattern transitions.
You have room to swing, but get the ball down the lane first. Get your breakpoint to the friction and move in gradually as the heads dry out.
Gateway Arch plays medium. The 6.58 to 1 ratio gives a fair amount of area, while the 42-foot length keeps it honest. A controlled shot down the lane scores well.
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Official pattern courtesy of Kegel.
Gateway Arch is 42 feet long.
It plays medium. A 6.58 to 1 ratio at 42 feet gives a balanced, usable look that still rewards a solid shot.
Play direct or a moderate angle with good speed, keep the ball in front of you, and make small moves as the pattern transitions.
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