How To Increase Your Bowling Ball Hook
Learn how to increase your bowling ball hook with expert tips on wrist positioning, finger rotation, follow-through, and ball selection. Master techniques to enhance your rev rate, improve accuracy, and maximize hook potential. Discover the best bowling balls for different lane conditions and how to adjust your alignment for optimal performance. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced player, these proven strategies will help you achieve a stronger, more controlled hook and improve your overall bowling game.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | Updated On: Saturday, March 29, 2025
How to Choose a Bowling Ball Weight
Choosing the right bowling ball weight is crucial for comfort, control, and performance. This guide helps beginners, kids, and seniors select the ideal ball weight to enhance their game while preventing strain or injury. A general rule is to use a ball that’s about 10% of your body weight, with children using 6-10 lbs, seniors 10-14 lbs, and beginners 10-14 lbs. Factors like strength, experience, and physical condition also influence the decision. Testing different weights and consulting a pro shop can help find the best fit. Learn how to select the perfect bowling ball weight for a better experience.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Saturday, December 12, 2009 | Updated On: Monday, February 17, 2025
Symmetric vs Asymmetric Bowling Balls
Choosing the right bowling ball is essential for improving performance. This guide explains the differences between symmetric and asymmetric bowling balls, detailing their impact on ball motion, hook potential, and lane reaction. Learn how differential values influence performance and how to select the best ball based on your playing style and lane conditions. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced bowler, understanding core designs will help you make an informed decision and enhance your game.
Written By: Rich Carubba and Keith Spear | Written On: Friday, September 1, 2017 | Updated On: Saturday, January 18, 2025
What Is Bowling Lane Oil Carrydown
Learn how to navigate bowling lane oil carrydown, understand its impact on your game, and discover effective tips and adjustments to improve accuracy, spare shooting, and overall performance.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 | Updated On: Sunday, December 29, 2024
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: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
The Role of a Good Pro Shop in Your Bowling Game
While online resources like the Perfect Scale® are invaluable, a quality pro shop provides services and personalized attention that are difficult to replicate online. Pro shops are instrumental in helping bowlers find and customize the right equipment. Here’s why a good pro shop is a crucial part of every bowler’s journey to improvement:
Written By: Keith Spear | Written On: Friday, September 18, 2009 | Updated On: Tuesday, December 10, 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: Tony Ruocco | Written On: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Updated On: Monday, December 9, 2024
Discount Bowling Balls
Discount bowling balls can be found at bowlingball.com from all of the leading manufacturers in the sport. Great performance at a great price.
Written By: Rich Carubba | Written On: Monday, June 6, 2011 | Updated On: Thursday, November 21, 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
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