For anyone over pounds, that method did not work since there are no bowling balls produced over 16 pounds. I find that there are still senior men rolling 16 pound equipment but most are not happy with the results. The high tech balls available today and the extensive possibilities of drilling can really benefit seniors.
For all bowlers, the more specifics you know about how you roll your equipment the better your driller can prepare the ball for you. That knowledge includes your positive axis point PAP , axis tilt, axis rotation, and ball speed among other things. It is very important that you share that information as well as where and when you bowl so the driller can recommend the best ball for your circumstances.
Just by looking at the ball review section of this issue, you can see what the inside of a ball looks like. As the ball weight is reduced, the density of core may change, as could the size and shape of the core. Pro shop operators are on top of this and can guide you in the right direction when reducing ball weight.
If you can roll a lighter ball with more speed you may still be able to knock down pins with efficiency. The weight of choice was 15 pounds, with very few rolling 16 pounds and others rolling less than 15 pounds. If one has undergone a physical impairment which may have included a major operation, coming back to this great sport may take some time and a lot of dedication.
The most famous return from injury with which I am familiar is that of Rick Steelsmith. He had the smoothest of approaches and a classic armswing which appeared effortless. However, he suffered a horrendous right shoulder injury which all but ended his bowling career. It took him years to come back. He started by rolling 6 and 8 pound equipment. It was great to see his name on the roster for several PBA tournaments in and His is a good example for all of us to follow when we are returning from some type of injury.
First and foremost, follow the guidance of your doctor. There is the youth bowler who is growing and gaining strength every day and the senior bowler who is losing muscle mass every year and not necessarily able to roll the weight ball to which they have been accustomed. In general, for ages , use the ball weight for the age of the youth bowler 10 pounds for 10 year olds, etc. That has worked well for youth programs with which I have been connected. Of course, there are always exceptions based on the physical size and capabilities of each child.
One of my outstanding young female bowlers at age eleven rolled a 14 pound ball to register her first game. PeeWees below age 6 would have to use the lowest weight ball which is 6 pounds. Here is a short story of the two bowlers from the first part of this article. The lady rolling the 8 pound ball who had difficulty striking was always rolling the ball down the middle and the deflection was really negatively impacting her results.
She struck a few times and was happy with the changes. These refer to the drilled holes in the ball where you insert your three fingers. This layout can be an essential aspect of your ball behavior. When your thumb has drilled an angle away from your palm and fingers, your hand will manage to stay behind the ball at the time of its delivery.
On the contrary, the type of core your ball dictates this aspect. Because the bowling ball core comes in different shapes, drilling the holes in a particular spot may result either in a stable or weak hook reaction. Knowing the type of center your ball has will allow you to get several different responses based on where you position your finger holes.
It is not uncommon to find polyester bowling balls that can be used freely by casual bowlers. If you want a particular ball weight that has better hook potential, you should go for a reactive resin coverstock. A resin ball can add more friction as it nears the pins. This results in an impressive back end motion and better entry angle, which will increase your chances of hitting a strike.
To sum up this article, how much does a bowling ball weigh? Or rather how much it should weigh for you, can be determined based on your weight, skill, and game expectations. Happy bowling! You must be logged in to post a comment. How much should a bowling ball weigh Table of Contents. Matching your bowling ball weight. Understanding the bowling ball dynamics. More than just its coverstock. Weight in many bowling balls depends on the type of cover stock material used, there are four main types of cover stock materials namely:.
Most bowling balls have the fourth or more extra hole, the additional fourth hole or more is usually regarded as the weight hole or the balance hole, this hole unlike the others is not used for gripping but instead used to bring the static weight of the ball legal and standard to the required certifications put in place.
The weight of a bowling ball is generally determined by the cover stock material and the number of holes the ball has. It's very nice to be able to settle down with your family or loved ones to watch a movie. While some movies are great, others are not so great. Whatever the case may be its still a good experience Bowling is a great and fun game that brings a lot of people together. Bowling as a sport has many health benefits and has gone through its fair share of ups and downs.
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