MasterTape Insert Tool

Works well

Makes it very easy to put tape in my bowling ball works great if you bowl and use tape it’s a must have

Does a great job of positioning the tape where you want it before applying, much superior to using a screwdriver, flat metal tape removal tool, or a folded up piece of tape backing paper. It doesn't hang on to the tape as well as it might, and does have a little trouble with different sizes of tape, but it will work, and it's much better than a tool that does not have tape grabbing functionality.Have not used it extensively for tape removal, but it certainly seems sturdy enough to do the job. Lastly, I had to dock a star for value, due to the large markup on this item that is really a $3 piece of plastic. I think that's about what it costs to buy it straight from Master. You may be able to find this cheaper somewhere else, but I bought here for convenience and paid the upcharge, and for value, must adjust the star rating accordingly.

As much as I don't want to admit it, I am getting older and my thumb changes size throughout the bowling night. I also bowl on back to back leagues nights which adds to the issue. This tool works great for inserting the tape at the desired depth starting with thumb pad, then back of thumb, and thinner pieces at the sides of the thumb. As the night progresses, the tape comes out in reverse order when needed. I have used a small screwdriver for years, but this tool is so much better and easier to use. I can check my thumb tightness at the start of a frame and adjust quickly by taking tape out in a matter of 20-30 seconds without holding up other bowlers. I would highly recommend for anyone that continually adjusts tape in their thumb holes.

Does the job but I don't like it. It is thin plastic and does not work well when removing the tape to move it around. I used a metal dental toll with a small 1/4" flat end that easily places the tape and can also remove a single layer of tape or all of it at one time quickly and easily. I can understand why many folks use a small pen knife for this task. My tool works better for me because its blade is thinner if you want to place tape into the smaller finger holes.

Indispensable tool for any league bowler. Makes inserting and removing thumb tape super easy.

Helps place the tape at best depth with the curvature needed

I always used a folding file to insert my tape but it disappeared at a tournament. I needed something new so I ordered this. Inserting the tape by placing it into the little plastic grips is not practical. The tape kept twisting or turning just enough that it didn't stay in position. I now just stick the tap to the tip of it and place it that way. I could have done that with a pencil or thin pen just as easily and cheaper. I wouldn't buy again but I'll use it until it disappears too.