Today we dispel some of the common rumors about left handed bowling and we teach you some tips and strategies that you can implement on the lanes to improve your left handed bowling technique and become a more confident bowler.
Left handed bowling tips.
Lubricating the lane surface thoroughly on your preferred direction will enhance the chances of making a strike even if you re a lefty.
Heavy balls make the pins fly up in the air more lighter weight balls tend to make.
Consider using a ball lighter than 16 pounds.
One key tip for left handed bowlers is to if possible purchase your own shoes.
Shoes specifically made for left handed and right handed bowlers have one sole each dedicated to sliding and traction albeit on opposite sides.
Tips for left handed bowlers.
For instance shoes customized for lefties use the right shoe for traction and the left shoe for sliding.
Be a better bowler oiling the surface will influence your overall performance and help the ball roll more easily.
Read our left handed bowling shoe page for tips on choosing shoes or go to our recommended bowling shoes page to see what s recommended for a lefty.
Buy your own left handed bowling ball.
Left handed bowling tips whether it s a real advantage or just an ego booster you might as well enjoy the aura of mystery and danger being left handed brings to your bowling game.
Delivering a ball with a hook is the best way to do this.