Every so often, your bowling ball will start to feel a bit oily and greasy to the touch. This is due to the ball pickup up oil from the lanes during use. When the ball feels like this, it will be inconsistent in movement as the oil will affect the surface and core. Bleeding the…
If you’ve ever seen a bowling ball come off a production line, you’ll notice that it is a perfectly smooth sphere with no holes drilled in it. The finger holes haven’t been drilled yet and are made once the spec of the ball is determined. The drilling sets the position and depth of the finger…
Many players may not recognize the importance of the right pair of bowling shoes when it comes to bowling. Whether you are semi-pro, pro, or just a weekend bowler, having the right shoes that are both comfortable and effective will make a massive difference to your performance. There a number of important factors to consider…
Bowling is a sport that don’t require much in terms of equipment, making the sport relatively cheaper than others. Your ball and shoes are all that’s needed. But if you have to repair or replace damaged bowling balls on a frequent basis, this can raise cost and frustration. Bowling balls crack due to various factors….
Forget the babysitter! Bowling nights with friends are family time for everyone, including your toddler. There is no time more precious than making memories and having fun with your family. Teaching the correct bowling techniques to your child is a lifelong skill that will come naturally if kids start young. So get those bowling shoes…
When people become serious bowlers, they make sure they have their own bowling ball and shoes. But as anyone will tell you, these things are not cheap. Maintaining them in the best condition possible requires routine practices to keep them clean and problem-free. One of these practices is to wipe your bowling ball regularly, but…
Flying has become such a risky mode of travel for most people. To travel with your trusty bowling ball probably makes you even more apprehensive, but this doesn’t have to be so horrifying. By just doing your homework and preparing yourself, the journey will be much less scary. You can travel by airplane with your…
Bowling alleys always seem to have two types: the kids coming for a youth group event or birthday party and the hard-core players. The kids come once a year max; the hard-core players know everybody’s name, have the matching shirts, and all the kit. But what if you fall in-between? How do you know when…
Bowling balls are incredibly durable, but even they reach the end of the road. The house balls rented out in bowling alleys get the most abuse, and eventually, they need to be retired. So what can you do with old bowling balls? Can they be recycled? Old bowling balls, if still useable and not cracked,…
Every bowler needs to have consistent ball delivery and ball movement for better scores. The drilling pattern is plays an important role that contributes to this. It must be done correctly to achieve a proper reaction. Bowling ball drilling patterns vary widely and depend on the bowler’s preferences, hand size and ball weight. Most bowlers…
