Good Tips for Bowling

Lane Conditioner (oil) can reduce the effectiveness of a ball when it soaks in. There are a number of ways to address the problem.

One of the easiest ways to get oil out, is to not let lane conditioner (oil) get in. I’m a big fan of wiping the ball off before every shot. Terry cloth or microfiber towels help remove oil from the surface actively as you bowl. By keeping the surface clean, you don’t get oil, all ready on the ball from the last shot, impeding ball reaction. Manufacturer recommended cleaners or cleaner/polishes will help minimize oil absorption after play is completed.

The key, to addressing the oil in the ball problem, is, how and to what “degree” you subject your bowling ball to heat. Ebonite International will tell you, hot tap water (usually 120 degrees or so, HOTTER is NOT better) will warm the surface and float the oil off the ball. You’ll need a bucket or container big enough to hold a bowling ball. You must soak the ball (submerge it in the bucket or container) for half an hour, or thereabouts. You will need to deal with slimy finger grips (if installed) and soggy tape (don’t leave it in while submerging).

Still oily, do it again. Let dry at room temperature.

A final wipe down with rubbing alcohol or manufacturer recommended cleaner/cleaner polish and you are ready, once again, to roll. Anything added to an alcohol solvent (fragrance, color like in household cleaners) will leave a residue, which can lead to other problems.

Another option, the Ebonite company does have a system (called Hook Again) using dry chemicals to draw oil out of a bowling ball.

Also, recent Brunswick research shows that a controlled system to sweat balls of oil has merit. Be careful, opinions vary. The Ebonite company doesn’t sanction any heating of the covers of their bowling balls (as in sun, oven, etc.) as a solution to oil absorption and reaction loss.

Storm/Roto Grip and Ebonite/Hammer/Columbia/Track point out that warming a ball too quickly creates problems, the least of which is a voided warrantee. Oil comes out but so does some of the chemical structure of the cover (plasticizers), causing (they feel) brittleness and loss of structural integrity.

Warm coverstock surface and cool core occasionally split apart, called core separation.

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No matter what the sport or physical activity, it is always advisable to warm up before you begin. Warming up helps your body get ready for physical activity and helps you to avoid injury. In fact, warm up exercises can actually make your game better, according to many health experts.

Research has shown that performing a series of warm up exercises actually increases your abilities and could even eliminate the risk of injury. To prevent muscle strain or injury, always do your warm up exercises before beginning a game of bowling.

Try these 5 warm up exercises in order the next time you bowl:

1. Stretch it out

Before starting to bowl, make sure to do warm up exercises for your neck and shoulders. Hold each stretch for about eight seconds in order to properly work your muscles.

2. Get ready to sweat

Your bowling warm up should make you sweat a little. One of the benefits to warming up before you play is an elevation in your body temperature. Once your body is warmed up, it won’t need to release additional heat as you get more active during the game.

3. Include your arms in your stretch

Bowling uses your flexors and extenders, so they should be nice and warmed up before you being playing. This gets your arms ready for the additional weight of the ball and the strain bowling puts on your arm.

4. Remember to breath

Deep breathing is a vital part of your warm up session. Breath in deeply, hold it for about six counts, and then breath out. Repeat. This type of breathing gets your lungs in shape so you have more stamina.

5. Never stretch without warming up

Be sure to do some warm up exercises before you start your regular bowling warm up routine. And if you ever feel pain while stretching, stop immediately.

If you keep these warm up tips in mind whenever you get ready to bowl, you can be sure to remain comfortable and injury free during your bowling game.

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Bowling is a leisure sport that may seem simple, but it involves both discipline and creativity. If you want to be a good bowler, you have to learn the various techniques and movements used in bowling.

Bowling has been around for ages, and over the years techniques and strategies have been discovered that help modern bowlers improve their bowling game. Some bowling moves were created to give your bowling ball maximum power when it hits the pins by creating sharp angles to the pocket.

These days, you can choose from any number of bowling balls, and this helps promote styles that allow the bowler to hook the ball. Today’s bowling balls are designed to enable stronger and more efficient hooking.

Follow these tips to learn the hook technique in bowling:

1. Make sure you are using the right bowling ball. Both the size and weight of the ball must be in perfect proportion to the shape and strength of the bowler. If you are not using the proper ball, you will not hit your target.

2. It is vital to have a good grip on the bowling ball. You always want to bowl with your dominant hand. If you are right handed, bowl with your right hand. If you’re a leftie, then use your left hand. Some players tuck their “pinky” underneath their bowling ball for additional support and to increase the force when releasing the ball.

3. When you bowl, you must remain focused and visualize where you want the ball to go. Some bowlers use the arrow markings as a guide when judging the ball’s path.

4. Your release needs to be perfectly timed. Some bowlers take four steps, with the third being a half step to make sure they are in the correct position for release. To get perfect timing, swing the bowling ball while you are taking your steps, and start to release the ball when your ankle touches the ground and you begin sliding. Release the ball when you stop sliding.

5. The swinging and release of the ball is the last step. If you want to use the hook, the trick is to make the bowling ball rotate as it rolls down the lane. To make this happen, you have to bend your elbow during your swing and straighten it out as you release.

Use caution when you first practice using this hook technique, so you don’t injure yourself. If you are a beginner, it is recommended that you practice with someone with more experience so they can guide you toward the correct movements and timing.

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