I always run into a Nintendo Wii bowler looking to approach real bowling more seriously. If that’s your situation, you’re in the midsts of a critical beginning in learning the game as a true bowling competitor. Listen up, because this “Next Steps” handbook to the Top 5 Bowling Tips is for you. Pros in a nearby bowling pro shop can help their customers harness bowling talent. We like to say, roll strikes if can spare ‘em (hehe). Just kidding. I admit, bowling is a simple game with not-so simple details. It’s all good, with a little guidance we’ll get you bowling your way.
If you haven’t already, get a knowledgeable friend to help you purchase properly-fitted necessities, especially good bowling shoes. Rentals and house balls suck. I promise, get your private ball fitted, and you can make more of your practice time. A properly selected bowling ball can make a substantial improvement in your game. The same goes for wearing well-made bowling shoes which are in good condition.
Since you may have previous purchased comfortable bowling ball and shoes, here’s the second best piece of bowling advice: aim how the pros aim. If you hold the ball, don’t necessarily roll the ball at your actual target, the pins. Aim for the the markings like a sight on a firearm. What’s the point? It’s less difficult to roll through a mark much closer. To take full advantage, include it as part of your routine to line-up at the a consistent place 4 steps from the foul line each time. Roll from the same place, in the same way and you can fine-tune your aim using the arrows in the lane.
Do you ever wonder how pros roll with spin, for their desired pin action? That’s our next best piece of bowling advice. They get traction with the specialized bowling ball. Most us who were bown to bowl regularly roll at least two bowling balls to pull off amazing pin action, selected precisely for the type of game and lane. Word of warning: begginers might want to avoid putting on a show, and steer clear of a ball that weighs a ton. Some serious bowlers use bowling balls featuring extra expert grip. Steer clear of them, because these special-made balls often make even moderately good bowlers seem like they don’t know what they’re doing. That’s our first 3 bowling tips. I’ll be back with another 3 soon.
-Michael Rogers
We bowl with our team (the “Strykers”) a group from the guys and gals at a bowling shoes manufacturer near St. Louis. I dispense tips to professional and amature bowlers online and in my local newsletter. Lastly, I have to give a shout out to my team heading into tournament play. Roll on!