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Things to Consider When Buying Bowling Equipment

HERO Sports by HERO Sports
October 19, 2019
Things to Consider When Buying Bowling Equipment

Bowling was first introduced in the world of sports in 1840, and it has been evolving since then. However, unlike other sports, bowling has not changed as much, and it still requires the same equipment. Buying this equipment, however, is a little complex in consideration with a lot of replica designers in the industry. 

For instance, when it comes to purchasing bowling shoes, the material and technology used have improved to maximize the player's comfort and flexibility. The same also applies to bowl balls too. Therefore, before committing to settle for a particular brand, it’s essential to take your time and learn a few basics on every piece of equipment.

List of Bowling Equipment

Having the right equipment is an essential requirement regardless of your level in the sport. There is more to the game than just working on your skills and enhancing your score. With this Comprehensive Guide to Bowling Equipment, we will discuss individual pieces and their significance while in the game.

Bowling Ball

For you to play the game, you will require to have an appropriate bowling ball. However, not all balls will give you the same professional results. Therefore, when buying a ball, you should ensure that it has porosity, surface friction, and mass distribution. All the above features affect the way the ball rolls and will have a significant impact on the results you attain. However, as a basic bowler, you can also choose a ball that feels comfortable in your hand and is suitable for your finger size.

Bowling Shoes

Most bowling alleys insist that when you get into bowling, it's essential to wear the right shoes. Among other reasons for wearing shoes includes performance and safety. Wearing the right shoes gives the player flexibility in the game and allows you to feel confident. The bowling alleys are moderately slick and flat; free from debris. The lanes are usually oily; therefore, normal shoes may stick on the floor. This might result in injuries as you build momentum in the game. To avoid this, ensure you invest in the right shoes that give you proper grip on the floor and have extreme braking capacity.

Finger Tapes

When you release the ball, your fingers and the ball will experience friction. The more you repeat, the more friction builds and eventually, you will start feeling pain as well as experience injuries and scars. Some bowlers use tape to protect their fingers and also minimize the amount of friction they experience in the game. Additionally, for professional bowlers, having the right finger tape gives them a better grip on the ball hence enhancing their performance.

Wrist Guards

When delivering the ball, your arm will go through a twisting process. This twisting may also result in injuries, limiting your possibilities of making accurate throws. However, with a wrist guard, you limit the tilting movement of your wrist and prevent collapsing before delivering the ball. In return, the device will help you achieve more consistent throws and will protect your hand from experiencing potential injuries. 

Shock Absorbers

Bowling is a repetition of the same activities over and over. This repetition will often expose your joints to serious damages while you're playing. To prevent this possibility, some players wear shock absorbers on various joints to reduce the chances of injuries and pain accumulation. 

Powder

While in the game, you cannot prevent sweating. When you sweat, chances are you will lose a better grip of the ball even if it's the best brand. To stay in the game, and still achieve the same professional results, it's essential to have a better grip all through the game. 

For you to minimize moisture and ensure you have the same perfect grip, you will require to invest in powder. However, not all powders are accepted in bowling, therefore, you have to ensure you get the right one and it will work best for you.

Conclusion

These are just a few lists of bowling equipment that you will need to enhance your performance in the game. However, they will help you attain greatness in the bowling alley, and your performance will improve. Therefore, take your time and ensure you’re getting the right quality and most importantly, that the brand you buy from is reliable.

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