Rock of Ages Prototype Granite Lane - Barre, Vermont
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Vermontish
N 44° 09.302 W 072° 29.471
18T E 700619 N 4892153
An interesting idea that didn't take off
Waymark Code: WM829E
Location: Vermont, United States
Date Posted: 01/14/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
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As the sign explains, this prototype granite bowling lane was created in the late Fifties to explore the commercial potential. A few facilities did install granite lanes, but the idea obviously never took off. Not mentioned in the sign is that fact that the surface does not grip a ball the way wood does.

The prototype fell into disrepair, but has been restored for employees and visitors to enjoy (typically as they wait for the factory tour to start).

No of Lanes: 1

Type of Bowling: Tenpin

Bar Facilities: No

Amusement Machines: No

Other Sports:
None
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