Anyone who played bowling knows how slippery bowling shoes are, which can cause some tumbles. While the no-grip soles of the shoes are a simple concept, they affect how you play the game. Understanding shoe behavior is critical to be on our game. Bowling shoes have no grip so players can generate a smooth slide…
If you only bowl a couple of times a year, you’ll need to rent a pair of bowling shoes. Or you can buy your pair. Even if you don’t care about how they perform, you’ll need to have them hit the lanes. Rental bowling shoe designs are made non-appealing to discourage theft. Color choices aren’t…
Twenty years ago, bowling balls were significantly less high-tech and specialized than they are today. There are vast technical variances between the performance levels of various balls. There are several factors you need to consider when choosing a bowling ball, which include: There is no best ball, as each ball is tailored to a specific…
How many bowling pins do you need in a game? If you are a beginner in this sport, you have probably found different answers to this question. While bowling is not difficult, understanding its basics can be challenging. The number of bowling pins depends on the game variation you are playing. Ten-pin, duck-pin, and candle-pin…
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…
