Posts Tagged ‘Bowling Ball’

Customize your size

Friday, October 21st, 2011

Bowling has been dated back to ancient Egypt and is one of today’s most popular games played all across the globe. Bowling can be played as a social game or a highly competitive one. Whether you are an avid bowler or just like to play a couple games with friends, the bowling ball is the anchor of bowling.

If you are a beginner in the sport of bowling, choosing a bowling ball may be a little intimidating.  Some people think that a heavier ball with knock the pins down easier and some think a lighter ball will be easier to handle and execute down the lane. You could spend a long time trying to find the perfect bowling ball since there are so many different ones to choose from.

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Each Bowling Ball Has a Unique Personality

Wednesday, October 12th, 2011

You don’t have anyone else’s hands. Why would you use someone else’s ball?

Every bowling ball has its own personality. The difference that makes each unique is in its core. A ball’s core is dynamically imbalanced to give a ball a certain pitch as it rolls down the lane. Therefore, the way a ball flares as it rolls down the lane is unlike any other ball.

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When your scoring on the lane, you want all eyes on you.

Saturday, September 3rd, 2011

When your game is your best, when the ball just seems to have its own magic as it leaves your fingers, when strikes become a rhythm and your score rides that perfect line, you want attention. You want everyone in the bowling alley watching you ride greatness.

When you’re on a roll, you need the perfect bowling ball. You need a ball that commands attention, that shows a crowd what you are made of. You need the mesmerizing glory of a clear ball, rolling in all the magic and wonder that’s truly one of a kind.

Clear bowling balls allow you to see directly to the stock, to the core and center of the ball. You can add your own touch of style and distinction by imbedding the center of that core with personality- be it a pair of lucky dice, a menacing skull, or the shine and class of a mint dollar sign.

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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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Interesting New Brand To Bowling – DV8

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

There is a new brand about to hit the bowling market called DV8. They are coming at the bowling scene with an axe to grind. They are definitely pursuing the edgier side of bowling. They are backed by Brunswick bowling. To some bowlers these days that doesn’t mean much, but DV8 is going to be introducing 3 bowling balls that will surprise many people.

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The 2 Most Popular High Performance Bowling Balls To Start 2011 Are?

Wednesday, May 11th, 2011

The sport of bowling continues to get harder, and harder as the level of competition grows. Other than having the correct technique on how to bowl, your next best tool is your bowling ball. With the amount of bowling balls that are released it is hard to know, which one to put your hard earned money into. Hopefully this article will help you by looking at the top 2 high performance bowling balls to start 2011.

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New Bowling Balls Released Today

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

Bowling.com receives new models of bowling balls very regularly. For instance, just today, Hammer Bowling is releasing the new Black Widow Nasty, adding to the ever popular line of Black Widow bowling balls, and Columbia is releasing the new Sharp Noize, adding to the Noize, Cool Noize and Loud Noize line.

In most cases, like with these two, the day a ball is released by a manufacturer, bowling.com has it in stock and ready to ship that same day. When we make a bowling ball available for pre-order, we generally post the ball’s release date on its product page, so you’ll know when we are expecting to receive stock of the item.

Usually, high performance balls are the ones that are released with a bit more fan fair! We’re expecting good things from the latest in the Black Widow line, the Black Widow Nasty. Our customers really seem to like the line as they keep coming back for each new Black Widow bowling ball release.

Clear Bowling Balls Dare to Be Different

Sunday, August 2nd, 2009

What do you want from your bowling ball? Do you want maximum performance, or do you just want to look good?

There’s no shame in looking great on the bowling alley, breaking out that colossal ball when you have the spare that puts you over the top. There are customized clear bowling balls that will definitely turn some heads, whether they are decorated with funny pigs, an elegant rose, or a metallic skull that shows them what you’re made of.

Keep in mind, however, that a bowling ball that looks good might not always have the best performance. Clear balls don’t have a core because you can see right through them. That means they aren’t the most accurate balls on the lane. They may look one-of-a-kind and turn heads at the alley, but they might not be the best balls if you’re looking for that perfect strike.

The core is the heart and soul of any bowling ball. The placement and design of the core truly determines a ball’s performance. The core is what makes each ball do something different, the very element that gives a ball its personality and performance. Cores are dynamically imbalanced so that a ball will try to stabilize as it rolls down the lane. This causes the ball to flare as it rolls, causing multiple oil rings and a dynamic imbalance that gives the ball its performance personality.

Clear balls, however, have no core as they are hollow and encased with a design or object to give them a more unique look. This can dynamically affect the ball’s performance, making it less accurate and unpredictable.

No professional bowler would use a clear bowling ball for an entire game. Since the performance is dampened, clear bowling balls are best used for those sure shots, ideally for spares when you are already over the top. When you take the spare, however, that’s when you want to turn heads, so it’s the perfect time to use a clear bowling ball.

For typical bowling, however, it’s best to find a ball that has a core that’s agreeable to your style. When you own your own ball, you form a unique bond with the ball, uniting its dynamics with your own particular style for spectacular performance, again and again. It’s really best to own a variety of balls, depending on the specifics of the game and performance dimensions. Find a ball that works for you, one to turn heads, another to get the strike in the first place.

In This Recession, Buy Cheap Bowling Balls Online

Monday, July 27th, 2009

Does the recession leave you depressed? As Walter from the movie “The Big Lebowski” would say, “Forget it. Let’s go bowling.”

Bowling is one of the most affordable sports there is. If you own your own ball and your own shoes, all you need to do is rent a lane for a few dollars. Throw in a couple more bucks for some beer and fries, and you’ve got yourself a cheap date and a great way to spend an evening. What can be more fun than a night out with the crowd, throwing strikes, knocking pins and competing against your latest high score?

Thanks to the Internet, bowling gets even cheaper. Forget going to the sporting goods store for a new bowling ball. Cheap bowling balls are all over the web. In these tight economic times, online bowling sites are full of deals. All you have to do is pick one up like a spare.

Through the web, you can buy cheap bowling balls anywhere in the world. Anywhere there’s a sale, you can sweep it up with a simple online search, which puts all the discounts at your fingertips. Getting a ball at half the price you’d pay in a sporting goods store makes bowling even more affordable.

Of course, when the bowling balls come this cheap, they’re the perfect gift for friends and family, even that special someone you’re trying to introduce to the sport. Bowling balls are gifts that keep on giving. Once you own one, you have a lifetime’s use of your own ball anytime you step out on the lane.

Alley balls belong to someone else. Anyone who bowls more than once a year really should own their own ball. With all the discounts available on the web, buying your own ball couldn’t be more affordable, especially in these recessionary times when the online stores want to make a deal.

Don’t let the recession get you down. Use the economy to your advantage. Buy a discount ball online and go bowling. There’s nothing more exciting than being out with the crowd bowling the greatest game of your life. Relax with friends and improve your game with your own bowling ball.

Stand Out on the Lane with Clear Bowling Balls

Friday, July 24th, 2009

Why be ordinary on the bowling lane?

Sometimes you just have to make an impression, whether you are taking out the last pin on a spare, or squaring in your top score for the entire alley to see. When it all comes down to the action, you want a ball that turns heads and gets all the attention on the lane. For style, glamour and a one-of-a-kind look no one will ever forget, clear bowling balls command attention at the bowling alley, the perfect ball that stands out in the crowd.

There’s something truly mesmerizing about a clear bowling ball. They shine like crystal globes. You’ll swear your fortune’s inside. Instead of a core, however, clear bowling balls are embedded with whatever you’d like, whether it be a lucky pair of dice, a skull and cross bones, or even your wedding ring or other commemorative object. Not only does a clear bowling ball light up the action on the lane, but also it’s uniquely customized to your own interest and style. These balls are as personal as a signature, different from the crowd and one of a kind.

Although they’re flashy, however, be aware they’re not for everyone. Since there is no core, the balls have an impact on performance. You have to know how to adapt the lack of core in the ball to your own bowling style, which can be difficult for the beginning bowler. They’re best used when the game’s already won, when you want to turn heads so the entire alley can watch you win your game.

The core determines the balance of the ball, which affects its performance. Since there’s no core, a clear bowling ball should really only be used as a spare. Since that’s usually when you want all eyes in the bowling alley on you, a spare is the perfect time to use a clear bowling ball.

You certainly wouldn’t want to use a clear bowling ball for the entire game, even if you are extremely experienced or professional. But they are great for showing off, the perfect touch of individuality to show off a great game.

There really are endless ways to personalize a clear bowling ball. They can be filled with whatever object you want, even customized to hold a personal memento or lucky token. They’re bright glow rolling down the lane is a sight to see, almost magical as they crash into the pins when all eyes are on you.