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Rolling Down The Lane LLC

Rolling Down The Lane™ · Interchangeable Thumb Insert Configurator

The Interchangeable
Thumb Insert That
Changes Everything.

Conventional thumb inserts are limited by the tools used to make them. A drill press can only do so much. But Fusion 360 parametric design and precision FDM manufacturing have no such limitations — which means we can engineer custom oval geometries, curved bores, personalized engravings, and relief cuts for bone spurs and unusual thumb shapes that are simply impossible any other way.

Custom FDM thumb insert — Fusion 360 render
1

You provide your measurements

Thumb bore size, X/Y offsets from your DRO, name to engrave, and any special requirements like bone spur relief. Our calculator converts your pro shop measurements to exact Fusion 360 parameters.

2

Parametric design update

We enter your parameters into the Fusion 360 model. The geometry updates automatically — oval dimensions, angle, relief cut position and depth, personalized engraving. Every insert is engineered specifically for your thumb.

3

Precision FDM print

Printed in ASA filament — impact resistant, UV stable, and dimensionally accurate. The printer's multi-axis calibration system ensures tight tolerances throughout the print.

4

Acetone vapor finishing

A custom-engineered vapor concentration tool directs acetone vapor specifically into the inner bore — smoothing the surface to a finish indistinguishable from a machined insert. This is what makes the difference.

5

Quality check & ship

Every insert is inspected before shipping. Dimensional verification, surface quality check, engraving confirmation. If it doesn't meet our standards it doesn't ship.

Material
ASA
Impact resistant, UV stable, smooth finish after vapor treatment
System
JoPo and Turbo IT
Fits JoPo Twist and Turbo Switch IT blanks
Pitch
Customized
Top surface contoured to match your drilled pitch
Oval
Custom
Any size and angle — calculated from your DRO X/Y offsets
Relief cuts
Available
Bone spurs, unusual thumb shapes — engineered to your exact geometry
Curved Bore
Ground-Breaking
Exclusive to RDTL printed inserts, a curved bore to match the anatomy of your thumb

RDTL Interchangeable Thumb Inserts — Patent Pending

Enter your pro shop measurements below. The calculator converts your thumb bore size and DRO offsets into the exact Fusion 360 parameters used to engineer your custom insert. Complete the calculator before submitting the beta application below.

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3 Spots Available
We're accepting just 5 beta testers for the first round. Limited intentionally — every insert gets personal attention and follow-up.
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Free + Shipping
Your custom insert is completely free. You cover shipping only. In return we ask for honest, detailed feedback on fit, feel, and performance.
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JoPo & Turbo IT
Now available for both JoPo IT and Turbo IT systems, including custom forward/reverse and lateral pitch matching.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for bowlers and pro shop operators who use the JoPo or Turbo IT system and are willing to give detailed, honest feedback. Priority will be given to applicants with unusual thumb requirements — bone spurs, non-standard ovals, or other fitting challenges that conventional inserts haven't solved well. Your feedback directly shapes the next version of this product.