How do I keep my bowling ball from cracking?

If you can keep your bowling ball’s surface insulated from the air, you’ll be in good shape to prevent it from cracking. The best way to do this is usually with a Ziploc bag or a garbage bag wrapped tight around it between uses. Keeping your bowling ball serviceable for years to come is not a difficult proposition.

What causes a bowling ball to split in half?

The major culprit causing bowling ball coverstocks to fail is gravity. If you store your equipment on a flat surface, like the floor, the earth’s gravity is pulling the dense core through just one square inch of the cover.

Can a cracked bowling ball be fixed?

Cracks can be repaired with the help of a bowling ball repair kit—or you can buy sealant, sandpaper and polish on your own. Cracks have to be sealed thoroughly and completely set before you sand down the surface. This can take as long as three days, depending on the sealant.

How cold does it have to be for a bowling ball to crack?

They expand and contract at different rates. When doing do they can easily cause the coverstock to expand or contract with too much force and thus, it cracks. Most balls should be kept at temperatures below 140 degrees Fahrenheit (some below 125; see manufacturer’s recommendations in their warranty.) 3.

Can you leave a bowling ball in the cold?

A cold bowling ball may not even fit you properly and, in addition, will make your hand, fingers, and thumb cold which will cause them to shrink and again make the ball ill-fitting for a short period of time. Ditto for the manufacturers of the ball who will not replace the equipment since it was not properly stored.

What are good bowling balls made of?

Overall, bowling balls can be made of three different types of coverstock materials – polyester, urethane, and resin (reactive urethane). The least expensive material, polyester, doesn’t give as much hook since it’s unaffected by the oils on the lane.

Are bowling balls OK in the cold?

Today, bowling balls are quite an investment and they can be easily damaged being taken from the sub-zero temperatures to the warmth of the bowling center. If, for some odd reason, you need to keep the ball in a colder area, be sure that you get to the lanes early enough to have the ball warm.

Can bowling balls crack in the heat?

Extreme cold and extreme heat can make a bowling ball crack. Phasing is a chemical reaction that makes the bowling ball change colors as it adjusts from being cold to room temperature.

How should I store my bowling ball?

Storing your ball safely You should always store your ball in a zippered bag to keep dust and open air off the surface. Your bowling ball was cured at the factory, but it will continue to cure for months or years afterward. Keeping the open air off your ball will ensure it’s able to cure properly.