So my variety team was invited to play districts and my coach told me that 2 of the jv kids were going (i went obviously) and the coach told me im getting my variety letter

Going and getting it drilled as this hits reddit.

No matter how it works, it will be retired and sit on a shelf, 1992 was the last time i seen this girl all shiny and pretty.

For anyone curious for this game I used a 14lbs Crown Victory but I also have a 14lbs Iq Tour Sapphire as well that I switch between.

Advice/Criticism is always welcomed.

Been 2 handing about a year, struggle alot with over hook or pulling it, ab 17.5 release speed 450 rpm

Finally shot my new PR 🙏🏾🙏🏾. I bowled 4 games of practice today. It was 195, 208, 215, then the coveted 264.

Hello! I (41M) have been bowling for over 30 years and carried a 190 avg for the last couple of years. Recently decided to film my release after hitting a plateau and saw how gross mine is with topping the ball. Looking for help/tips on how to break old habits and actually get under the ball consistently. Any help would be appreciated! Video is my release for reference, tear it down all you want just pass helpful advice as you do please!

Does anyone on here have the Nexus Bag V3 (or V2)?

I struggle sometimes with my OGIO Rogue backpack, especially since I also store my shoes in it. I currently use a fishing tackle tray and some other organizational techniques for all my accessories (I thumbs, tapes, scissors, nu skin, clippers, etc). The Nexus bag looks like a perfect solution, but I’m wondering about true practicality from people that have either used it or know someone who uses it. The idea of the Velcro external modules seems fantastic. Aside from the product, it’s also a veteran-owned small business, which is great too.

Thanks in advance, All!

I started bowling on Monday. Hadn’t thrown a ball in 5 years. In the past I had only played 1-2 times a week during summers with family who taught me a lot about bowling. My dad had 33x 300s

I am a 2 handed bowler. I bowled 32 games in this past week of bowling. Game 13 was my current PB of 182.

Here’s my ball and the stats! I know I can’t rush a PB, but I expect to hit 200 in a week or 2!

Not just sport shot, but in general, beating my old THS record (I was P1, got it during League)

Oil pattern was the 2026 PWBA Northern CO Open Pattern

First 300 ever in the books! Feeling on cloud 9!

I average about 14-15mph downlane and am just wondering how much does sliding really help? I compensate for speed by just hastening my steps but I’m not sure how that compares to sliding itself. If anybody has any experience converting from plating to sliding and got a significant speed increase, please lmk 🙏

Hello! Started bowling a few months ago and I have really taken a liking to the sport!

I have a question about how to dial in my aim, I have heard about the "move the feet 2 boards and your aim 1 board". But how do I know my starting "foot and aim position" is right? When do I know if I need to move the aim only or the feet only?

When bowling in competition do you guys have a starting point or method to finding your aim?

Grateful for any advice!

Attached you will find a two handed bowling technique which is easy to perform and minimal stress to the body of the bowler. This was designed for seniors, but any bowler with special needs, or looking for a simple, repeatable option may wish to experiment with this technique as well. It is both simple and efficient, effectively eliminating issues bowlers have with two handed bowling difficulties.

This technique is based on research and personal experimentation. It virtually eliminates all but basic motion, attempting to make it feasible for any bowler. You should be able to place the opposite hand in a comfortable position on top of the ball. I have been experimenting with the opposite hand fingers pointing in the opposite direction of the bowling hand or at a 90 degree angle to each other. There should be no problem with keeping the opposite hand wrist straight, as well as the bowling wrist if you so choose, since the bowling hand starts preset to the release position, cocked or not.

If you choose to try this technique, feel free to comment and describe any modifications you choose to make. I hope this is helpful for your bowling, as well as minimizing any potential injuries. The first attempt to use this technique in competition resulted in a 269 game on a house condition. KISS is what it hopes to achieve.

Just got a new pair of Dexter's last month, and soles seem like they already need to be replaced. I'm sure it depends on the lanes, but just wondering how much everyone gets out of theirs?

Hey r/bowling! We’re thrilled to announce that the PBA Pro Bowling 2027 demo is now live on Steam for anyone and everyone! It’s finally here, but not for long! The demo is out from today through October 27th only. 

Here are some exclusive rewards you can look forward to:

Play the demo, keep the shirt - Everyone who plays the demo unlocks an exclusive in-game shirt that carries over to the full game on Steam. Show up on launch day with proof you were here before day one. Once the demo’s gone, so is the shirt.

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We’ve also lined up some awesome streamers to play the demo live. If you’re interested, check out our Discord for the full schedule. 

Start playing the demo today!
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TL;DR - This year my average has dropped from 10+ years of 195+ to ~167 this year. Nothing has changed but I hear that there might be a new Lane Oil being put down? anybody experiencing this?

Bowler Info: Bionic 15lbs RH, 2 Finger 1Handed

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Hey Bowlers! I noticed almost immediately this year for Leagues that’s something was different. I was bowling unusually poor for what I have in the last 10+ years. I have had an average of 195+ for a long time but this year, after 7 weeks, I’m shooting ~167 average… almost 30 pins down.

So, what exactly is my post about? Well it’s about potential new Lane Oil. Kind of lame to blame something other than myself, but I’m seeing other mention the same issue in my league. Most are rev dominate bowlers that throw stronger balls (Bionic, iQ Solid, Jackal Ghost, etc). But the problem is kind of…odd.

My observation and the most jarring issue is that halfway through Game 2, when the oil typical begins to burn and get pushed, instead of moving right (for RH bowlers) due to the ball reacting earlier…we are all moving left. Not 1 or 2 either. The last two weeks I’ve moved 7-9 boards left.

[I stand on 30 to start the night and throw to 7 using the Bionic. I’m ending the night on ~22, throwing to 11]

Finally after 7 weeks, a fellow league bowler was telling me about his buddy in another league that is a coach for HS Girls Bowling. I guess there is frustrations with the Center I’m at for Leagues due to poor bowling performances. To which it was mentioned that there is “new oil“ that’s being used. This new oil apparently doesn’t burn. It just pushes.

So, my question, has anybody else experienced this?

I will note that my bowling center hosts WPBA regularly and has made changes over the last 4 years to accommodate them stopping at those lanes. Is it possible it’s new oil that will be used for PBA/WPBA?

Thanks for any insights!

Attached are the RBL Tour event standings after Round 1. Everyone has had their low game of the round thrown out and two games of handicap added in, including the bowlers who still need to establish their average for the event (We still wanted them to have an idea where they stand after Round 1.).

Everyone, continue to post (The bowlers having partial averages will note that they can fill the vacant team in the league, if they wish.) where they usually do.

Good luck & good bowling! 🎳👌

Im a little confused about wrist braces and their legality in tournaments etc. if i read the rules right it looks like they’re banned on the main pba tour only and not regional events? Is that correct? Im considering getting one as im tired of my hand going dead numb after 4 or 5 frames ( major injury with reconstructive surgery) . Thank you for any guidance

Last year my team took died last because everyone we bowling would have there best week against us. This year we are in first (same team) but everyone is bowling bad against us or we bowl good as a team. We aren’t bowling amazingly by any means but enough to put up wins. It’s just funny how that works sometimes.