The 10 Best Bowling Shoes For Men
This wiki has been updated 21 times since it was first published in April of 2018. This is for those who don't like the idea of sharing footwear with hundreds of people, protected only by a mysterious spray that's supposed to minimize odor and prevent you from catching whatever the last guy left behind in them. Investing in your own pair of bowling shoes will not only be more hygienic, but will also provide you with more comfort and consistency in your game. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to help fund the Wiki.
1. Dexter 9 HT
2. KR Strikeforce Aviator
3. 3G Mens Tour Ultra
Editor's Notes
June 02, 2020:
A good pair of bowling shoes can make a big difference in your game if you get the right pair. Almost as much as having your own ball. But there's a pretty wide range in quality out there, and how often you bowl, and how seriously, should be taken into account. Something like the 3G Mens Tour Ultra or the Dexter 9 HT probably don't make sense for someone who bowls a few times a year and is simply grossed out by sharing shoes with other people. If you bowl in a league, or more than once per week, options like these will provide you with durability and the ability to customize their performance to meet your specific stride.
With a slew of models by companies like Brunswick and KR Strikeforce on the market, we diversified our list a little, saying goodbye to some of the lower-level options by companies like Dexter. The KR Strikeforce Aviator is particularly impressive for its price point, and represents the direction a lot of young bowlers are interested in exploring. That's because, in addition to looking decidedly more modern than what often appear like orthopedic shoes, this model and others like it provide serious features and reliable comfort by using modern materials like open cell foam and synthetic mesh uppers that offer outstanding breathability.
Special Honors
Hammer Black Widow The Clarino microfiber uppers on this professional-grade pair offer good grip and comfort at the same time, and a thermal polyurethane outsole proves lightweight, flexible, and long-lasting. Interchangeable slides and heels on both shoes make this option ideal for lefties and righties alike, and a reliable heel lock system keeps them from slipping during your approach. hammerbowling.com
4. Linds Classic Right Hand
5. Dexter SST 8 Pro
6. Brunswick Vapor
7. Dexter V-Strap
8. KR Strikeforce Flyer
9. Dexter Kory II
10. BSI 751
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