Posted Jul 18, 2009 In: Bowling Balls
By Bowling.com

Are you a real bowler, or are you just a tourist? If you don’t own your own bowlingball, you’re only a visitor of the sport. Alley balls may be as free as the drinking fountain next to the pop machine, but if you really want to quench your bowling thirst, you need to own your own ball. Nobody bowls like you do. Why should you use somebody else’s ball? Every bowlingball has it’s own personality ocated within the core of the ball. The core of the ball determines how a ball performs. The core of the ball is dynamically imbalanced to cause the ball to flare or roll in a certain way. As the ball rolls on an imbalance, it tries to stabilize, affecting the speed, endurance and direction of the ball as it careens down the lane. Finding a ball that suits your bowling style and personality is the first step to improving your bowling performance. Since nobody bowls exactly like you, you need a ball that’s uniquely suited to your style, strength and personality. Every bowler is different. Their ball should be just as unique to them as well. Each bowling ball has its own unique density as well, which also greatly determines how it performs. Some are heavy in the center, causing the ball to spin more easily, while other balls have the weight distributed closer to the cover of the ball for a more steadier shot. Choosing the right weight depends on your bowling style, whether you’re looking for more spin or a steadier shot for a more direct hit. The arrangement of finger holes are also key to a ball’s performance, determining how a ball hooks as it’s going down the lane. You can choose from conventional, semi-finger and finger tip. With a conventional grip, a bowler’s ring and middle fingers are inserted up to the second joint, while a semi-finger grip allows the fingers to go in as far as the first joint. Beginner bowlers are best to start with a conventional grip, as the other grips require more experience for optimal performance. Having a bowling ball that’s uniquely fitted to your fingers and style will greatly improve your enjoyment of the sport. Get serious about bowling and find the ball that’s right for you. Life’s too short to use someone else’s ball.