The Strike Pocket

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The strike pocket is between pins 1 and 2 for left-handers and between pins 1 and 3 for right-handers.  If you hit the strike pocket with the correct speed and hook your ball only needs to hit 4 pins to get a strike.  How hard is that?

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The Kingpin

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The kingpin, also called a "center pin" or "five pin," is the pin directly in the middle of the set of ten pins.  Hitting the kingpin is crucial to getting a strike. If the bowler hits the group of pins lightly, the chances of this pin to remain standing is…

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Shoes

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Bowling shoes are specially designed to provide traction on the slippery bowling alley surface. The soles of the shoes are made of a special rubber material that helps the bowler maintain their footing.

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Specialty Balls

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In addition to traditional bowling balls, there are also a variety of specialty balls designed for specific purposes, such as spare balls that are used to pick up spares or balls designed for throwing a straight ball.

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Ball Materials

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Bowling balls are typically made of a variety of materials, including urethane, reactive resin, and plastic. The type of material used can affect the ball's hook potential, durability, and overall performance.

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Ball Weight

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Bowling balls come in a range of weights, from as light as 6 pounds to as heavy as 16 pounds. The weight of a ball is an important factor in determining a bowler's speed and accuracy.

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Handle Balls

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Handle balls were originally developed in the 1980s as a training aid for bowlers who were recovering from injuries. They soon became popular with bowlers of all skill levels as a way to improve their technique and consistency.

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