Don’t Washout, Bowl Competitively with Proper Bowling Supplies
Almost daily I meet a social bowler eager to treat this intricate sport more seriously. If that’s your calling, you’re approaching a critical beginning in growing as a true student of the game. This “Next Steps” handbook to “Bowling Like a Pro” may take your game to new levels. Pros from a nearby bowling pro shop are there to assist their customers reach their bowling talent. There’s an old bowling adage, aim the balls at the pins and let them roll. Just kidding. Fine, if only it were that simple. No worry, we can get you bowling your way.
If you haven’t already, buy your own the specialized equipment at your bowling pro shop! It’s not a sales pitch, it actually matters. There’s a reason its our number 1 recommendation, have your favorite ball drilled for custom finger holes, and your game will benefit. A well drilled bowling ball can make a substantial improvement in your game. The same goes for benefiting from actual bowling shoes which are in good condition.
If you went ahead and acquired your bowling equipment, here’s the number two piece of bowling advice: taking aim. While you stand, don’t actually aim for the pins. Line up using the arrows like a gunsight. Never thought of this? It’s less difficult to hit a mark that rests nearer. To take full advantage, double check to see aim from the a consistent place on the floor each time. Only then you can make small adjustements on your aim using the arrows in the lane.
As for spin, to get ball handling and velocity? Indeed, this is the third-most essential bowler tip. The secret is the specialized bowling ball. Might be surprising that professional bowlers travel with two or three bowling balls to get aggressive hooks, according to the type of game and lane. But begginers should keep it simple, and steer clear of a ball that weighs a ton. Some serious bowlers roll bowling balls made for extra surface. However you should know these pro bowling balls can make even some well known talents look like they don’t know what they’re doing. With these tips you’re on the right track. A pro from our bowling shop will return next month.
–George Hulen
My friends and I bowl with Team “Gipper” for a league for Bowling Pro Shop here in St. Louis. I offer advice to all bowlers on the web and in the pro shop. Finally, I should plug my bowling buddies back home. Cheers!
