So maybe bowling isn’t the most exhilarating sport in the world, but it is one that everybody can participate in. Beers, bowling balls, friends and frames can do a lot to turn a dull night into a great one.
So in honor of the game you can play until your motor skills are nearly gone from either age or inebriation, I have compiled the top 13 bowling innovations for your viewing pleasure. Enjoy.
13 Bowling Innovations
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Retro-Inspired Bowling Bars
London's 'All Star Lanes' Blends Pins and Pin-Ups
10
Re-Envisioned Handbags
Retro Bowlers as Chic Purses by Brigid's Bags
9
Disco Tennis is the New Disco Bowling
8
Hip Bowling Alleys
8 Places To Make Bowling Cool Again
7
Clever Cult Film Packaging
Nicholas Penta's 'The Big Lebowski' DVD Design Stays True to the Movie
6
Ball-Shaped Game Controllers
The Wii Bowling Ball Accessory Simulates Reality Sports
5
Circular Bowling Alleys
Play & Lounge With the Curvy 2-Player 'Bowler Rink'
4
Sporting Goods for Geeks
Star Wars Bowling Balls
3
Intuitive Bowling Balls
Global 900's Remote Control Bowling Ball
2
Stylish Camera Storage
The ACME Bowler Camera Bag Keeps Your DSLR Handy, Handsomely
1
Tables for Bowlers
James Piatt's ‘Strike' Coffee Table
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Consolidated Sports Innovation Engines
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Confidence-Inspiring Youth Beauty Campaigns
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Game-Day Getup Sweepstakes
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Tech-Enriched Sports Equipment
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Lighting-Focused Viewing Party Campaigns
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Martini-Themed Puzzle Sets
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Colleague-Connecting Pubs
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Festive Cocktail Shelves
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Performance-Driven Competitive Attires
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Early-Stage Global Innovation Competitions
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