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The Sport of Bowling: Strike, Spare, or Swear? 🎳
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items I don't get to do the victory dance a whole lot here, so you can imagine what MY typical reaction is! Who knew that the sport of using a round object to knock down several pins goes back thousands of years (I'm looking at you, Egypt! Of course, back ...
So in case you're interested in taking up this sport, here are some of the attire, balls, gloves, equipment, and accessories that caught my attention.
Note: This list may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission (at no charge to you) if you make a purchase using these links.
So in case you're interested in taking up this sport, here are some of the attire, balls, gloves, equipment, and accessories that caught my attention.
Note: This list may contain affiliate links, which means that I may receive a commission (at no charge to you) if you make a purchase using these links.
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Apparel
Equipment
Supplies
Tongue-in-Cheek Variants
Apparel
Whether you're part of a bowling league or just playing for fun, it's easier to get into the proper mindset with the “proper” attire (your definition may be quite different than mine)!
Smoke the look at your local lanes with these high-impact all-over-print tops!
BOZENTIM Bowling Polo Shirts for Men & Women
I always bowl with my own shoes, not alley shoes. For optimal fit and comfort, you should always get your own (especially if you are a serious bowler).
Brunswick Renegade White/Black Bowling Shoes
Protect your throwing hand (and wrist) – and ALWAYS trim your nails before you go bowling!
FURBBION Bowling Gloves with Wrist Support
Equipment
I always bowl with my own ball (it's a bright yellow Brunswick Tweety Bird which weighs in at 8 lbs, if you're curious, and you will likely not be able to find it online anymore!) Yes, it is “sub-weight”; 10 lbs is the recommended minimum weight for ...
Before you commit to any bowling ball (it's a super long-term relationship!), first analyze yourself. What kind of bowler are you? Do you slowly walk up to the line and two-hand straight down, or do you like to briskly walk up to the line, get down o...
“Eye” see you, with this eye-catching bowling ball! Roll another winner with Brunswick!
Brunswick Lizard Glow Viz-A-Ball Bowling Ball
This fiery, flame-like stunner will turn heads!
Brunswick Rhino Reactive Bowling Ball
Put the world at your fingertips. Literally.
Brunswick Earth Globe Viz-A-Ball Bowling Ball
Well, I hope your game catches fire! A homage to Ghost Rider, perhaps?
Brunswick Flaming Skull Viz-A-Ball
For the lady who likes to show off her love of pink and hearts at the local alley! (I'm not judging – my favorite color is purple).
Brunswick Glow Viz-A-Ball Hearts Pink Bowling Ball
This ball will have you starry eyed with envy!
Brunswick T Zone Night Sky Bowling Ball
Whomever came up with this design must be a big fan of Survivor the musical band (I know I am!)
Brunswick Tiger Viz-A-Ball Bowling Ball
For probably some reason, these swirling hypnotic colors remind me of Halloween candy. Licorice gone made.
Columbia 300 White Dot Lime Swirl Bowling Ball
Purple swirls with a bit of black thrown in for good measure, accompanied by an outline of a scorpion make for one sharp design!
Hammer Scorpion Strike Bowling Ball
It's a consolation prize (of sorts) to know that even if your game isn't up to snuff, at least your bowling ball is (and why do I suddenly have a hankering for donuts?!)
KR Strikeforce Funny All About The Donuts Ball
Any show that makes it to (and past!) the quarter of a century mark on TV deserves its own (licensed) merch here! I'm surprised that I haven't seen a Simpsons equivalent!
Spongebob Squarepants Undrilled Bowling Ball
Carry your shoes and balls in style this stylish bag! Available in 10 different colors. Also holds mens' bowling shoes up to size 14 plus accessories like a towel and hydration bottle (not included).
LARIPOP Bowling Ball Bag
When you bowl with a backup ball, you're going to need a wheeled carryall, and this Amazon's Choice Overall Pick may just fill the bill for you.
Mangrove 2-Ball Wheeled Bowling Bag
Supplies
Regular maintenance of your equipment is required. Call this the less glamorous aspect of bowling.
I've seen athletic tape used in other sports (diving, badminton) – so why not bowling?
Birllaid Bowling Thumb Tape
Give your bowling ball the star treatment by putting it on display. The ball cup also doubles as the perfect place for you to clean or polish it.
Brunswick Rotating Ball Cup
Yes, Virginia, there really is a product out there (right here, as a matter of fact) that makes it easier for your thumb to come out of the bowling ball thumb hole more smoothly!
Brunswick Smooth Slide
Keep your fashionable footwear in tiptop shape!
EESC2Y Bowling Shoe Brushes
Keep your hands dry and a great grip on your bowling ball with this grip ball!
Microfiber Ultra Dry Bowling Grip Ball
When your bowling shoes aren't in use, it's best to keep them in these covers, which still allows for plenty of ventilation afterwards!
Premium Bowling Shoe Protector Covers
Need to improve ball performance for a better game? This pack of 8 sanding pads offers grit densities from 500 to 3000 to help you improve accuracy and slide efficiency.
Loopeer Bowling Ball Sanding Pads
The first time I saw ball slings, I thought that they were hammocks for bowling balls!
Mangrove Microfiber Bowling Ball Cleaner Bag
Baby your ball and keep it in prime rolling form with this cleaning kit!
TonGass Bowling Ball Cleaner Spray Kit
Wipe down your ball after every throw with these humorous towels!
VitalCozy Funny Embroidered Bowling Towel
Tongue-in-Cheek Variants
Let the good times roll! Do you want to get the kids started early with this sport or maybe you'd like to put a spin on traditional 10-pin and 5-pin bowling with these tongue-in-cheek variations (and no, I am not talking about bocce or lawn bowling)!
Capture the spirit of neon bowling with this glow-in-the-dark set (unfortunately, this won't also make your shoes and clothes fluoresce!)
Glow Games LED Glow Lawn Bowling Set
Upsize the fun with this giant inflatable bowling set! Great for kids' summer and birthday parties!
Joyfy Giant Inflatable Bowling Set for Kids & Adults
Don't wait until Halloween to experience the monsterrific fun and hilarity that come with this fuzzy set!
Melissa & Doug Fuzzy Monster Bowling Pins and Ball With Mesh Storage Bag - 8 Pieces
Can't get enough of bowling? This tabletop version will keep your reflexes engaged and obsession alive and kicking.
Ready! Set! Play! Link Tabletop Wooden Board Mini Arcade Bowling Game