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Rules Questions / Re: Dead Ball rule

« Last post by bolt115 on February 27, 2024, 10:52:15 AM »

Seems like a good plan,   how did it go?   Rules similar to  ITSS are more common so i am guessing that is how you are playing? Though no reason you can't have a 2nd tourny with your preferred rules.

Only one touch per rod, if the ball is stopped/controlled it must hit the wall before being advanced via a pass or shot
No passing is allowed along the same bar or any lateral moves such as push or pull shots are allowed
If the ball is pinned it is re-served (thrown down the middle to hit the back wall in doubles or restarted from defense in singles)
In singles when shooting from defense, lifting of the midfield or forward men is not allowed
 

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General Chat / Re: 1940's sportlux foosball Table parts needed

« Last post by ablecarelesse on February 26, 2024, 10:30:26 PM »

Hi would anyone have any parts for a 1940's sportlux foosball Table
I need a new pitch and some new feet to adjust the height
Based in the UK cluster rush
Would also be interested in anyone based in the UK who could restore the table?
Thanks

Simon

Yes, I have some pitchs and feets for 1940's sportlux foosball Table. PM me if you want them.

Do you know where to buy individual parts for this soccer table? I'd be happy if you could provide me with information.
Thank,
Nancy.

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Rules Questions / Re: Dead Ball rule

« Last post by levisn1 on February 23, 2024, 06:20:56 AM »

Yes it is legal in ITSF rules.  Just look up a few matches on youtube.com  and you will see people that shoot a "pull" shot which is exactly what you describe.  That does not make you wrong just different rules.  Maybe explain how you play and alternate which rules you are playing by?  I would equate to boxing vs kick boxing...the playing environment is the same but a significant rules difference.

Thank You for your answer,
as we are going to have the annual tournament in the office, i'd like to approach the problem like this, once all participants are confirmed, i'd create a poll to vote on which style to play with.
Italian Style, ITSF with pull shoots and hooks, snakes shoot, stop and shoot and so on, so that at least during the tournament it's clear what is allowed and what not, what do you think?

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Rules Questions / Re: Dead Ball rule

« Last post by bolt115 on February 22, 2024, 07:41:53 PM »

Yes it is legal in ITSF rules.  Just look up a few matches on youtube.com  and you will see people that shoot a "pull" shot which is exactly what you describe.  That does not make you wrong just different rules.  Maybe explain how you play and alternate which rules you are playing by?  I would equate to boxing vs kick boxing...the playing environment is the same but a significant rules difference.

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Rules Questions / Dead Ball rule

« Last post by levisn1 on February 22, 2024, 09:30:22 AM »

In the office we have a foosball table Pro Champion by Garlando. Is it legal for somebody to control the ball and make it stop within the reach of one of his players in defense or in attack and then pause, and then all of the sudden drag the ball one side and shoot..this in the Italian foosball style is illegal, but i understand being in the office everyone wants to play with their rules and beliefs, but i'm wondering if this was an illegal even for ITSF rules.

I only found this about dead ball:
8.2 If the ball is declared dead between the goal and five-man rods, it shall be put back into play at the two-man rod nearest the spot of the dead ball.

Thank You

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General Chat / Re: Looking for a used B90 Bonzini

« Last post by Gribladeen on February 20, 2024, 08:22:00 PM »

Thanks in advance!

fnaf games

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General Chat / Looking for a used B90 Bonzini

« Last post by Gribladeen on February 20, 2024, 03:55:30 AM »

Hi,

I live in Orange County and am. looking for a used B90 Bonzini, and would like ton know if anyone on this forum has one to sell.

If not, any recommendation on where to look or who to talk to?

Thank you,

Axel

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General Chat / Garlando top glass: thickness?

« Last post by Maxgarlando on February 19, 2024, 01:58:39 PM »

Hi,

I’m trying to get a new top glass cover made (not the playing field) for my older model Garlando coperto. I know it should be tempered glass.
What thickness should I get? I’ve heard 4mm (0.157 inch) somewhere but the recess is bigger, about 7mm.
Can someone confirm what the original is?

Kind Regards, Max

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General Chat / Arnold Sports Festival Foosball Championship is just Two Weeks Away. Mar 1-3

« Last post by jerrydiday on February 16, 2024, 02:48:34 PM »

Arnold's $5000 Foosball Championship https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10221165431120498&set=a.1670783864573 is just two weeks away. The event is in Columbus, Ohio March 1st-3rd at the Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High St. (Eisenman & Trott Rooms) For more information email Tim Litteral (The Captain), Steve Beine, or Dustin Bahas at the email addresses listed at the bottom of the flyer. You can also check Columbus Foosball  https://www.facebook.com/groups/759462508083804/. There will be Jackets, Money Prizes, and Trophies awarded.

Be sure to buy your Arnold General Pass at the Foosball site only. The Arnold Pass is available to foosers at a deep discount. This pass can be very expensive if you buy it anywhere else. The event starts at 9:00 am Friday with free play Open Foosball.

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General Chat / Re: Newbie Ball Selection Question

« Last post by JimWaterman on February 08, 2024, 03:19:26 PM »

... Through trial and error, I've learned that my table needs a 1.5" (36mm) ball diameter.  When I purchased quality balls they are often smaller and cause a lot of dead spots on my table...

IMPORTANT NOTE about Dead Lines/Spots!!!
There are "dead lines" between every pair of rods.   If both men could strike the oversized ball... you have a "stalemate" or "impasse" and something has to give... be the men or players "wrists".  OUCH!

Given some time on the table.. you'll move the ball enough so that there is LESS time where the ball stops, and annoys folks.  The best tables all have "dead lines".  You'll get used to it!   If the ball dies in front of forward rod in in that goalies area.. the goalie get's the ball.  If it dies between midfield rods and forward rods.. the team last scored upon get's the server again from midfield!

Favorite Grippy but still good/faster rolling balls are ITSF B-Ball, Leonhart Pro Ball, Roberto Sport Roller-Ball... https://shop.foosball.com/foosballs.html

Cheers!