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Review of the Motiv Combat Tank Urethane Ball (+Video)

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The Motiv Combat Tank is a ball that takes a lot of the good from previous Motiv urethane balls and adds some significant new features. In particular, the coverstock is a cleaner Alchemy Hybrid urethane compared to the solid one on the previous Tank Rampage ball. This provides the best of both worlds of pearl […]

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Do I need more than one bowling ball? A spare ball?

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After you’ve taken the plunge and bought your own bowling ball, the next question to consider (usually after you’ve continued to improve) is whether you should have more than one of them. At just about any bowling league you’ll see quite a few bowlers carting around large bags with at least two bowling balls, so […]

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Storm Timeless Bowling Ball Review (+Video)

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With this new release, Storm has delved into uncharted territory relating to their bowling balls. For one, this ball has a fairly prominent spokesperson who helped the company design it: none other than three-time PBA player of the year Jason Belmonte. It also features a new type of coverstock called the R2S that is two-part pearl and one-part solid, […]

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Ebonite Mission Unknown Bowling Ball Review (+Video)

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This newest ball from Ebonite is in their Mission brand line and has some special features. First things first: you’ll still get the trusted and true Mission core that’s been there since the beginning. But this Mission is dressed a bit differently with a GB 12.7 coverstock that’s billed to provide longer and more angular […]

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Brunswick Rhino Bowling Ball Review (+Video)

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The Brunswick Rhino is a great ball for a bowler who is just starting to learn how to hook and eager to take the next step. Its R-16 reactive coverstock brings easy length and backend hook without being too affected by the dry and oily parts of the lane. The ball also features a traditional light […]

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Bowling Ball Reviews for Beginning and Intermediate Bowlers

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Before you can decide on the ideal bowling ball for yourself, there are a number of things to take into account. These include factors like your level of experience and the bowling conditions you usually face, as well as important considerations like your budget. And it’s natural to want some outside opinions to give you the […]

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What are Bowling Balls Made Of? Top Materials and Coverstocks

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At first glance, all bowling balls might look similar, but in reality there are a few different types that you’ll want to employ for different purposes. Some are ideal for beginners and are quite inexpensive, while others are designed for high performance and are used mostly by competitive league bowlers and even professionals. Certain balls […]

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How to Clean a Bowling Ball

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One good thing about bowling is that your equipment doesn’t require a lot of maintenance, but once you have your own bowling ball you will need to do some cleaning in order to keep it in good condition. But how, exactly, does that process go? This article will go over the basics of cleaning a […]

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Best Polyester and Plastic Bowling Balls for Straight Bowlers

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Many bowlers employ a hook on their shots, but most beginners start by bowling a straight ball. When you’re at this stage of your bowling career, and possibly averaging 150 pins or less, there are some particular types of balls that you’ll want to get. Specifically, it’s the plastic and polyester options that should be on your […]

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How Can I Find the Best Bowling Shoes?

By Joseph (BBT Writing Staff) 3 Comments

You don’t need to have a lot of equipment to be a competitive bowler, but for the few pieces of gear that you do use, it’s vital to choose them carefully.  First is the most obvious tool, the bowling ball. Getting a ball made with the right coverstock material and custom drilled to your hand […]

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