What oil pattern do bowling alleys use?

The house pattern is the standard oil pattern you’ll find in any bowling center. While it might vary slightly from house to house, the general idea is the same: more oil in the middle and less on the outside (between the 10 board and gutter).

What is the hardest bowling oil pattern?

The U.S. Open Pattern
“The U.S. Open Pattern features the toughest lane oil design in all of bowling. The U.S. Open condition is a “flat” oil pattern with equal oil being placed on each board, gutter to gutter. Premium shotmaking and precision accuracy are required to conquer this difficult condition.”

What is the oil pattern for bowling alleys?

Most bowling alleys use the house pattern, though it can sometimes vary from house to house. Typically, this means that you will find more oil in the middle and less on the sides. Why was oil originally used? Back then, oil was used to protect the surface of the bowling lane, as it would leave marks and shoot straight to the gutter.

Why do we put oil on the bowling lane?

Originally oil was put on the lane to protect the lane surface. Without oil, your bowling ball would hit the lane, begin sparking, leave a burn mark and explode in the gutter. OK, it wouldn’t be that bad, but it would hook too much and make the game nearly unplayable.

What makes each bowling lane unique?

Wear and tear, lane makeup and, most importantly, the oil pattern make each bowling lane unique. Have you ever noticed the slippery stuff on your ball after it comes back through the ball return?

What is the oil pattern distance of Mark Roth bowling?

The oil pattern distance of Mark Roth is 42 feet. This oil pattern tends to start off oily and requires a smooth ball speed. The patterns can also increase the accuracy of your target. A strong surface bowling ball on this particular pattern is highly recommended.