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
Shooting Spares With 95% Plus Proficiency
Learn the 3-6-9 spare system and master your bowling game with easy tips for all styles, speeds, and ages. Boost your spare accuracy today!
Written By: Rich Carubba and Keith Spear | Written On: Saturday, April 21, 2012 | Updated On: Sunday, November 17, 2024
What Exactly Is Rs and Ra In Bowling Balls and Does It Matter
When discussing the surface of a bowling ball, two important measurements often come up: Ra and Rs. Both of these terms are measurements of surface roughness, but they serve different purposes and impact how a bowling ball interacts with the lane in unique ways. Understanding Ra and Rs can help bowlers make more informed decisions about ball maintenance, adjustments for specific lane conditions, and choosing the right ball for their game style. Here’s a deep dive into what Ra and Rs mean in relation to bowling ball surfaces and how they influence ball performance.
Written By: Keith Spear | Written On: Sunday, November 10, 2024
Take Some Hand Out Of Your Bowling Release
If you have heard the term, “take some hand out of your shot,” it refers to using less wrist and finger rotation at the moment you deliver your bowling ball. This technique is especially useful for bowlers looking to control ball reaction in challenging lane conditions, such as when the lane has begun to dry out or when the front-end conditioner has broken down. Learning to adjust the amount of hand you put into your shot is a valuable skill that can improve consistency and control, helping you hit the pocket more effectively.
Written By: Rich Carubba and Keith Spear | Written On: Monday, May 18, 2020 | Updated On: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Advancing Your Bowling Average From 120 And Up
If you are a bowler currently averaging around 140 and want to improve that average, there are strategies you can work on to achieve this. Improving your average requires focusing on key areas such as spare shooting, consistency, and understanding how to make minor adjustments based on lane conditions.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Monday, April 12, 2021 | Updated On: Saturday, November 9, 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
Bowling Five Steps Vs. Four Steps
The differences between bowling five steps vs. four steps is merely adding a small “trigger step” to set you smoothly into motion. The bowling approach is largely built around sound four-step techniques.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Saturday, June 19, 2021 | Updated On: Wednesday, October 30, 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
Bowling Ball Release Discipline
The article is intended for skilled and advanced bowlers but is good for any bowler to read as it discusses the importance of developing discipline in when and how you release your bowling ball.
Written By: bowlingball.com | Written On: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 | Updated On: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
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