What is the proper pin placement for bowling?

Answer by  meridian (466)

Stagger the pins as if you were building a pyramid. One in the front, followed by two behind it, then three behind that, the four in the last row will complete your tenpins setup!

Answer by  guyver3869 (449)

Standard palcement is as follows: (Triangle formation) 1 pin in front, then 2 in next row, then 3 in the next row, with 4 in the back row, totaling 10 pins. All sides of triangle shape will have 4 pins, with 1 pin directly in the center.

Answer by  Kurt (4579)

If your son practices anywhere but a bowling alley the practice will not be very beneficial. Bowling on your basement floor is not the same as bowling on a hardwood floor that has been waxed and is the correct length. You would have a hard time getting regulation bowling pins and matching the exact conditions.

Answer by  worker1119 (78)

The ball reaction is determined by the pin placement-position of ball from the positve axis point. It is good if you give 5 to 6. 5 inches from your positive axis point, as it provides you length with more back end effect. This placement is good when the front part of the lane is hooking