Why use finger inserts for bowling balls?

Inserts provide the ability for your fingers to apply an enhanced delivery action on the bowling ball after your thumb exits the ball first. Inserts provide contour to fit your knuckle shape which in turn helps to prevent finger irritation or chaffing on the sides of the knuckle joints.

How tight should bowling ball finger inserts be?

When you place your fingers in the ball, they should slide comfortably to the first crease down from the fingertips for a standard “fingertip” grip. If you’re jamming the fingers in because they’re too tight, change the inserts or have the holes opened slightly.

Are bowling ball inserts removable?

As your finger inserts wear down, they need to be replaced. Removing the old ones before installing new finger inserts is very simple to do. Just watch this video to see how. See Also “How To Glue In Finger Inserts.”

How do you remove a thumb slug from a bowling ball?

Re: How to remove thumb slug What I do is take a small saw and cut the old slug into quarters. Then I simply take a screwdrive and remove the sections. After the first section, the remaining 3 come out easily. Key to the sawing is to watch the top and make sure you don’t saw into the ball.

Do Pro bowlers use finger holes?

The player is not required to use all finger holes in any specific delivery, but they must be able to demonstrate, with the same hand, that each gripping hole can be simultaneously used for gripping purposes.

Does Jason Belmonte use conventional grip?

Look at the people who have been successful: Jason Belmonte and Osku Palermo both have conventional grips. However, some two-handed bowlers have fingertip grip, like Kyle Troup. Everyone is different. Another type of fitting is Sarge Easter, which is a hybrid of conventional and fingertip grip.

What is a thumb slug in a bowling ball?

A Thumb Slug Education Thumb slugs are actually known by a number of names including: inserts, solids, and of course, slugs. No matter what you call them, they are all the same. Typically made of vinyl or urethane, they are a solid piece of material that is placed in the thumb hole of your bowling ball.

What is a thumb slug?

Can you remove a thumb slug from a bowling ball?

Re: How to remove thumb slug Most people drill them out but it usually leaves part of the old slug showing, especially at the top. What I do is take a small saw and cut the old slug into quarters. Then I simply take a screwdrive and remove the sections. After the first section, the remaining 3 come out easily.

How much does it cost to get your bowling ball drilled?

$30 to $50
STANDARD DRILLING: Our standard drilling service is recommended for the recreational bowler who would like to own their own bowling ball. This is a standard conventional layout using an average for the span and hole sizes. Standard drilling services at your local pro shop can cost anywhere from $30 to $50.