“What does the number on a bowling ball mean? Weight, size, etc.”

If you’re wondering which bowling ball weight to choose, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common questions for both beginners and players looking to improve their performance.

Here’s a table so you can see how many kilograms you’re actually throwing:

Number (lbs) Approx. weight (kg)
6 2,7 kg
7 3,2 kg
8 3,6 kg
9 4,1 kg
10 4,5 kg
11 5,0 kg
12 5,4 kg
13 5,9 kg
14 6,3 kg
15 6,8 kg
16 7,2 kg

 

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