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Why Bowling.com?

Monday, November 21st, 2011

So, we were thinking. You as customer have a lot of choice out there. You and your partner need new bowling equipment. You are both tired of feeling like the ball is really to blame. You’ve stopped here at bowling.com and are even checking out our blog. Thanks! But why should you stop with us? Why wouldn’t you point your mouse towards another search?

We would love to think that you would want to buy from us at bowling.com because we are the best at what we do. And you appreciate the best. We strive every day to provide you the best service, pricing, and equipment possible. We know this game is important to you. We are passionate about it too. We feel we succeed when we receive wonderful testimonials complimenting our service. Dawn H. took the time to write to us and had this to say… “I would like to say thank you for the great service your company has provided and thank you to the customer service staff. They were all very helpful and pleasant to talk to. It is so refreshing to have such good professional service.” Only some of the others are listed on our website.

 

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Fashionista in the Alley

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011

You are a fashionista in every other aspect of your life and  let’s face it, ladies: rental bowling shoes are just plain ugly.  You would never put them on your feet regularly, if not forced to do so.  Not to mention they are uncomfortable and really smelly. If you are a half size, I feel for you. There is no chance your bowling experience will be comfortable on your feet.  So if you bowl more than once or twice a year, put an end to rental shoe misery and invest in your own pair already!

The good news is, there more options than ever before for girls who want to bowl in style and comfort. At long last, bowling shoe makers have ditched the dated unisex model, and have started making shoes specifically adapted to a lady’s smaller, narrower foot.  These shoes are padded for extra comfort and come in a variety of styles and colors, from girlish pink to eye-catching metallic gold!

Top brands include Dexter, Brunswick, Etonic and Elite, just to name a few. If this is your first time buying a pair of bowling shoes, you should really visit a shoe store in person to try on a variety of different models so you can see which one fits your foot best. Ask the ladies at your alley what they perfer. Don’t be afraid to say “Cute shoes, where’d you get them?”

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Selecting the Perfect Bowling Shoes

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

To protect the floor of a bowling alley and the persons playing, bowling shoes are mandatory. If you have ever been to a bowling alley you have undoubtedly rented those multicolored bowling shoes. These specialized shoes create less wear on the lane. If bowlers were allowed to wear their street shoes then scuffs and scratches would quickly cover the floor and the bowlers stride would not be able to be executed properly.

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Bowling shoes can be cute? Since When?”

Friday, June 12th, 2009

Poorly fitting (and even worse-smelling) shoes can really ruin your bowling experience. Whether you only bowl a few times a year, hit the lanes every Friday night with your friends or compete in an amateur league, buying your own pair of bowling shoes can go a long way in making your game more enjoyable. Who knows; if you’re having more fun, your score just might improve too!

Intimidated by the prospect of buying your own pair of bowling shoes? Then check out Dexter bowling shoes. This is a good bet for first-time buyers; the brand is popular, readily available and also reasonably priced. Not only can you pick out exactly the right size for you (no more pinched toes!), but these shoes are also equipped with padding for comfort, just like a regular sports shoe. Bowlers also tend to like the Dexter brand for its long-lasting durability, meaning you’ll get at least a couple of years’ worth of wear out of a single pair.

Of course, some of us are looking for a little more than just plain old comfort and durability. Who hasn’t been embarrassed by being stuck with a funky-colored pair of rental bowling shoes? The great thing about Dexter bowling shoes is that there’s a surprising range of colors and styles for both men and women to choose from. Conservative dressers can opt for a demure solid black or plain white, or go for a lady-like white shoe with pink accents. The more fashion-forward, on the other hand, might be enticed by some of the bright colors and bold, unique patterns that the Dexter line offers. And for those who just can’t be bothered to tie and untie their shoes each time they bowl, some models are even available with Velcro tabs instead of shoelaces!

Check your local sporting goods store to see if Dexter bowling shoes are in stock, or just do a quick web search to see what the brand has to offer. Next thing you know, you’ll be wowing the alley with your style, if not with your game.

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Looking for Cheap Bowling Shoes?

Sunday, May 17th, 2009

You need to own your own pair of bowling shoes if you bowl more than twice a year. You will save yourself the money that you spend on shoe rental and the hassle of having to wear the used shoes. The shoe rentals that the bowling alley provides you with are hardly worth the rental fee. They are usually tattered and old with knotted up laces. There is nothing worse than starting off your trip to the bowling alley with the family than having to sit there and get the knots out of everyone’s shoes for half an hour before you can even start bowling.

A lot of people believe the common misconception that bowling shoes are very expensive. This is far from the truth. There are cheap bowling shoes that are available to buy online. In all actuality, these bowling shoes can be had for much less than the average price of gym shoes. You can find online retailers that carry a variety of cheap bowling shoes in numerous sizes and styles.

Online retailers carry a large selection of men and women’s bowling shoes in a wide range of prices. Yes, they carry the more expensive brand name shoes, but they also carry more affordable options. You can find an affordable pair of shoes that will serve its purpose quite well. If you only bowl a few times a year, get yourself one of the cheapest pairs that you can find. Anything will be better than having to wear rental shoes that have been worn a by a thousand different people.

It also makes sense to buy your children a pair of cheap bowling shoes, especially if they bowl in leagues. With their feet continually growing, buy them a pair of cheap shoes that will last a year or so. You will actually be saving yourself money from the high rental fees and you won’t have to worry about your children having to put their feet into unsanitary shoes.

You can find cheap bowling shoes online. Many retailers carry bowling shoes for your entire family. Buying your own bowling shoes is more cost effective, sanitary, and it is just easier than having to go through the hassles of renting them. The next time that your family heads out to the bowling alley for a day of family fun, you won’t have to deal with the stress of renting shoes, untying knots, and remembering to return them after you finish bowling.

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Common Misconceptions about Buying Women’s Bowling Shoes

Monday, May 11th, 2009

Finding womens bowling shoes in the right size at your local bowling alley on a women’s league night might be an impossible task. Most bowling alleys run out of the common women’s shoe sizes so if you don’t get there early enough you will most likely be stuck wearing a pair that is way too big for you. This will definitely mess up your entire bowling game. Why continue to take the chance when it is a lot easier to buy yourself a pair of bowling shoes? Below are some common misconceptions about womens bowling shoes and our response to these mistaken impressions.

“But I only bowl once in awhile.” Yes, maybe you do only bowl once in awhile, but with the increasing costs of bowling shoe rentals it is a much smarter choice to buy your own pair of shoes than to rent them. It is also much more sanitary. Plus the condition of rental shoes is usually very poor, you will be much more comfortable in your own pair of shoes.

“I can’t seem to find affordable womens bowling shoes anywhere.” Well then you are looking in all of the wrong places. Yes, many of the local retailers in your area may carry a very limited stock of women’s bowling shoes. You won’t be able to find a large selection of styles or sizes. But there are a number of other bowling equipment retailers out there; you just have to find them. The best deals on bowling balls and accessories are to be had online. Take the time to do a little web surfing and you will be very surprised with the deals that you can find. Many of these internet retailers offer a selection of clearance merchandise just like any other store. Browse through the clearance selection for even more savings.

“I need shoes that are extra wide and I’ll never find those in a bowling shoe so I just rent a size or two bigger.” Your special circumstance should be even more incentive for you to buy your own individual pair. There are women’s bowling shoes available in wide-widths; you just have to look a bit harder.

Regardless of what preconceived notions you may have had before about buying your own bowling shoes, it is in your best interest to do so. You can find affordable priced shoes in a variety of sizes and styles if you take the time to look for them.

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Finding a Pair of Cheap Bowling Shoes

Saturday, March 28th, 2009

Bowling is a game that can be played by almost anybody. You can play alone or with 10 people. Almost every city or town in America has a bowling alley and it is as if we were born with the rules of the game implanted in us. If you want to improve your bowling game perhaps investing in a pair of cheap bowling shoes is the first step.

If you have ever been to a bowling alley you have undoubtedly rented those multicolored bowling shoes. These specialized shoes create less wear on the lane and are essential to playing a game. To be able to bowl correctly, and successfully, the bowlers’ final approach to the foul line requires a short slide along the floor. Also, because of the necessity of this short stride sneakers will not work on the bowling floor. A pair of cheap bowling shoes will allow you to execute your bowl.

The best place to start looking for cheap bowling shoes would be online. There are a lot of bowling web sites that offer cheap bowing shoes if you do not want to spend a lot of money. There are a lot of brand of bowling shoes just like street shoes and these brands offer many cheap bowling shoes for the bowlers who are just starting out. Also, multiple colors and designs are offered and getting a snazzy pair of cheap bowling shoes can totally be attainable.

There are two different types of cheap bowling shoes: athletic and performance. Athletic shoes are very parallel to sneakers in their design. Cheap bowling shoes that are athletic are made with the sliding sole on both shoes. Performance bowling shoes are designed to increase the bowler’s game. Cheap bowling shoes that are made for performance are crafted with only one sliding sole on the lead foot, which is the foot opposite the dominant delivery hand. The other sole is made to have more traction to use as a kind of anchor. Experienced bowlers usually wear performance shoes. Cheap bowling shoes are also offered in both right and left hand for the bowlers who need that extra slide on their lead foot.

Getting your own bowling shoes can be a real treat when you go to play a game. If you are just starting out and are not sure what kind of shoes is best for you then you should buy one of the pairs of cheap bowling shoes. Spending a lot of money on a pair of shoes that do not work for you would be a shame. Cheap bowling shoes are offered everywhere and in every style.

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Cheap Bowling Shoes

Sunday, February 15th, 2009

How many times have you went to the bowling alley and needed to rent a pair of shoes and then been told that they are all out of your shoe size? Then if you still want to bowl, you have to pay money to rent a pair of shoes that are not the appropriate size and that don’t even fit you comfortably. This is the wrong way to start off your day of fun-filled bowling.

Buying your own pair of shoes is the most practical solution. There are many pairs of cheap bowling shoes that are available to buy on the internet. Even if you only go bowling a couple of times a year, with rental fees on the rise, it is much more economical to find a pair of cheap bowling shoes to buy.

If you are looking for a pair of cheap bowling shoes, there are several options. You can check your pro-shop, they might have a clearance rack or be offering a sale on bowling shoes. Unfortunately though, pro-shops are often expensive and many of them don’t carry a huge selection of shoes. You might have a hard time finding your size. And if you are looking for children’s or women’s sizes, you are much better off looking on the internet.

There are many bowling equipment retailers on the internet. Make sure that you select a well-known bowling retailer to do business with. You will be quite pleased with variety of bowling merchandise that you can find available to buy on the internet.

Finding cheap bowling shoes will be quite easy. First look for the style of shoe that you want and then check to see if it is available in your size. Many shoes are also available in wide-withs .

Many internet based bowling equipment providers also carry children’s and women’s bowling supplies. If your children like to go bowling it makes more sense to buy them their own shoes instead of having to pay to rent shoes every time that they want to go bowling. Since a child’s foot size grows so fast, your best bet is to find a pair of cheap bowling shoes. Bowling prices are getting expensive enough; there is no need to waste money every time you take a trip to the bowling lanes.

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Dexter- all options are on the table

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009

Got slide?

Or do you need to put on the brakes?

Whether you bowl with a slide going in for added velocity, or need that solid brake for a more surer footing, Dexter bowling shoes are the only shoes on the market that feature the best of both worlds.

The truth is, no one option is the best. Sometimes you need a slide for added speed and velocity, other times you need a solid brake for a steady accuracy. Dexter bowling shoes are the only shoes on the market with interchangeable sliding soles and braking heels, giving you the versatility of either option.

Use a longer sole and a greater heel for more slide, less for better braking action. A high slide is recommended for more slippery approaches, while a steady heel is best for more normal approaches.

There are as many as five different slides to a single shoe, including one meant for walking around, saving you the trouble of switching shoes whenever you go to the bathroom or the bar. Friction can be adjusted to affect the “stickiness” of the shoe, depending on your individual preference.

Dexter shoes are functional and stylish at the same time. Not only do they work great on the lane, but they look great too. Say goodbye to geeked out rental shoes. Look good bowling. Many of the shoe styles could easily be mistaken for tennis shoes, both in looks and in comfort.

Buying your own shoes is the surest way to improve your game, and Dexter easily has the most options. You can adjust your game to the surface of the lane, or just whatever style or preference happens to be working that night. Performance shoes are specifically gauged to improve a bowler’s performance, making the most out of the surface of the lane and the talents of the bowler.

Featuring the best in function, as well as the latest in fashion and style, Dexter is a shoe that shouldn’t be passed up. It’s the only shoe that gives a bowler a multiple number of options, with the capacity to change right there on the lane. It’s like owning multiple bowling shoes in the same shoe. Whether you want to slide or need a good brake, Dexter keeps all options on the table.

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If your going to be serious about bowling, save money by getting your own shoes

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009

Why don’t you just admit it?

You like to bowl. It’s an enjoyable pastime, a great way to get out and spend time with friends and family, getting a few laughs and some good times while competing in a great sport at the same time. The exciting bright lights, the rolling spin of the ball as it crashes into a fortress of pins, that breathless rush as the ball returns so you can have another go. It’s easy to see why bowling has maintained such a consistent popularity over the years, both as a satisfying recreation and a great way to spend time out with the gang.

So if bowling is so important to you, why are you wasting your money renting shoes? If you are serious about bowling, an investment in your own bowling shoes pays for itself. You’ll spend more money renting other people’s shoes than you would if you just bought your own. Buying your own pair of bowling shoes is just good money sense.

There’s a reason they spray mountains of disinfectants in those rental shoes. They reek, infested with sweat, fungi, and disease. Why expose your feet to the germs of the bowling community?

Bowling is much more enjoyable in the comforts of your own shoes. You can know they are clean because they are yours. There’s no need to have to share the world’s feet.

Plus, when you own your own shoes, you can choose your own style. Bowling footware doesn’t have to be ugly or smelly. There are plenty of stylish and fashionable shoes on the market, so you can look good when you’re bowling at the top of your game.

Also, finding the right shoe that’s specific to your foot is critical to your game. A proper shoe allows the bowler to glide with the pitch of the ball, giving them a nice, smooth motion that adds momentum to the toss. Some shoes allow for a glide shoe as well as a brake shoe, allowing the bowler more control to glide with the ball and then stopping at just the right moment.

If you are serious about your game, you’ll get serious about your shoes. If bowling is important enough for you to play more than a few games a year, investing in your own pair of shoes just makes simple economic sense. Buying your shoes is more affordable, gives you more control over the game, and, let’s face it, simply more fashionable than going with the hand-me down option. Just think where all those other feet have been.

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