How to Choose the Right Bowling Ball Differential for Optimal Performance
Understanding how to select a bowling ball differential begins with learning a little about differential of RG (radius of gyration). The core design of a given bowling ball will shape the ball motion of a ball while it is rolling down the lane.
Written By: Keith Spear | Written On: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 | Updated On: Monday, November 4, 2024
How To Improve Your Bowling Practice
If you're a skilled bowler looking to elevate your practice routine, consider the following strategies to develop a structured, effective practice approach.
Written By: Rich Carrubba | Written On: Friday, September 13, 2024 | Updated On: Thursday, October 31, 2024
How to Clean Oil From Your Bowling Ball
Properly maintaining your bowling ball is essential for achieving consistent performance on the lanes. Over time, a bowling ball accumulates dirt, oil, and other debris, which can reduce its ability to grip the lane and affect its reaction. To keep your bowling ball in top condition, regular hand cleaning and oil removal are necessary. Here’s a guide to help you properly hand clean your ball, as well as information on using a specialized tool like the Phoenix Revivor from bowlingball.com for deep oil extraction.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Updated On: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
How to Properly Insert Tape and Why You Should
Bowling tape is an essential tool for bowlers, particularly when the size of their fingers changes due to factors like weather, swelling, or even weight loss. As your fingers swell in humid or hot weather or shrink in colder conditions, the fit of your bowling ball's finger and thumb holes may become inconsistent, affecting your grip and overall performance. Adjusting the size of these holes with bowling tape allows you to maintain a snug, comfortable fit, ensuring consistent control and release. Here’s why and how to use bowling tape effectively:
Written By: Tony Ruocco and Keith Spear | Written On: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Updated On: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
PBA Patterns vs. League Conditions: What’s the Difference?
Bowling on a league house condition and bowling on a Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) pattern offer vastly different experiences, largely due to the oil pattern applied on the lane. These oil patterns directly affect how the bowling ball moves and how players must adjust their strategies. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences:
Written By: Keith Spear and Christine Neff | Written On: Friday, May 23, 2008 | Updated On: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Conquering Psych Outs Q & A
I know my family, friends and fellow teammates have the best intentions, but when they come to see me bowl, they give advice I don’t need, and it distracts me. I don’t want to hurt their feelings. What can I say to them?
Written By: Jerri Edwards | Written On: Thursday, August 28, 2008 | Updated On: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
How To Control Bowling Ball Loft For Better Scores
Your ability to know how to control bowling ball loft will help you regulate your release, control bowling ball speed, ball direction and maintain a consistent rev-rate.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Wednesday, July 26, 2023 | Updated On: Monday, October 21, 2024
Equipment And Volume Of Oil
Whereas the distance of the oil determines the breakpoint on flatter patterns, the volume of oil dictates what type of ball to use. The cover and type of core of a bowling ball create approximately 75 percent of its reaction. Pin placement, or the position of the core in relation to your track, fine-tunes the ball’s reaction.
Written By: Michelle Mullen | Written On: Tuesday, December 10, 2019 | Updated On: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
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