How to Buy Bowling Wrist Supports

Many bowlers use wrist support to prevent injury and also as a aid in maintaining the proper wrist position while bowling. If you are a serious bowler you may want to consider investing in wrist supports. Here are some tips to help you choose the right wrist supports for you.

Things You'll Need

  • Bowling wrist supports
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Instructions

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      There are many choices when buying wrist supports for bowling. Try as many as you can to get the proper fit for you. Go to sporting goods or bowling alley and try some different brands and styles of wrist support. Ask other bowlers for recommendations.

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      There are three types of bowling wrist supports. The most basic is the beginner wrist support that consists of a piece of metal on the back of the support and sometimes on the front as well. The beginner support is the least sturdy and can weaken over time. If you don't bowl often, this can work well for you, but if you plan on bowling regularly, you may want to consider a support that offers more support and is more durable.

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      The next level of wrist supports are the mid-range supports. They offer more support and are more expensive. Unlike the beginning supports, these supports cover the whole area from the wrist to the fingers. They can also keep the fingers from flexing when you are about to release the bowling ball. The metal used in the mid-range wrist supports is stronger and more durable than the beginning supports.

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      The third level of bowling wrist supports are the advanced wrist supports. These are the most expensive as it offers the most protection. They cover the entire finger and are the most adjustable. If you will be bowling a lot, the advanced wrist supports will give you the most protection.