the inconsistancy of the lanes did contribute to the decision,its a big ask to have bowlers wanting to pay$50 and bowl with a spare ball,however in the centres defence the lanes are always conditioned prior to starting ,but if the machine is stuffed then what chance do you have.anyway I bowled there last night and the lanes were much better,but i will wait a couple of weeks and see how it goes.maybe now they have so many leagues from parramatta maybe...just maybe they might throw the boat out and get a new machine.Or am I just wishing out loud.