Perhaps you’re an occasional bowler willing to approach your neighborhood bowling league with new respect. Since this is the case, this moment is critical turning point in growing as a dedicated bowling competitor. My “Next Steps” handbook to “Bowling Like a Pro” shouldn’t be ignored. The guys from a local bowling pro shop want their customers tap bowling zen mental toughness. Just like a lot of sports, you get back what you put in (from the ball return - hah). Just kidding. I admit, so it’s more complicated than that. No worry, we can get you throwing your way.
Most importantly, buy your own custom fit bowling shoes, balls and bowling ball bags. It’s not a sales pitch, it actually matters. It’s no joke, have your private ball fitted, and you’ll never go back. A brand name weighted bowling ball can make a substantial improvement in your game. Of course another critical matter is benefiting from actual bowling shoes that have shoe laces!
Since you may have previous found your bowling ball and shoes, now it’s time for another important bowling tip: aiming the ball. As you stand, don’t actually aim for the pins. Aim for the the markings like a barrel of a gun. What’s the point? You’ll find it more effective to hit a an aid marker which sits closer. To take full advantage, it should be your habit to begin your approach at the exact spot on the wood on every attempt. With that consistency you can adjust your marksmanship.
Do we have any tips for curves, for proper speed and ball control? That makes another “Next Steps” bowling hint. The secret is the their expensive reactive resin balls. Many even semi-pro bowlers regularly roll two or three bowling balls to roll ridiculous pin action, selected precisely for many factors. Word of warning: begginers might want to not try to be fancy, and don’t get a ball that is too heavy for you. Some semi-pro bowlers roll bowling balls made for synthetic surface. But these balls might make even some well known bowlers look like beginners. With these tips you’re on the right track. There will be more in the August edition.
By: Frank Allen
I roll strikes for Team “Pindemonium” for morning shift for our company’s department of communications here in Kansas City. I dispense guidance to professional and amature bowlers online and in the pro shop. Lastly, I must wave hello at our crew at the finals in Atlantic City. Knock ‘em dead.