The narrowest pin diameter is 1.8" and about 10" above the base of the pin and is sometimes referred to as the "neck" of the pin. The diameter of the cup at the base of the pin is 3/4".
The height of a bowling pin is 15" but certainly appears much shorter when viewing the pins from the lane approach area. The weight of a standard wood pin or a plastic coated pin is not less than 3 lbs., 6 ounces and not more than 3 lbs., 10 ounces.
The use of steel wool or sandpaper to remove dirt and surface splinters and the application of finish and/or the patching of plastic coated pins are permitted but must meet USBC specifications. Since knowledge is always key in the path to improvement, let's examine useful bits of information about United States Bowling Congress (USBC) bowling pins.īowling pins are made of hard maple wood and are either plastic coated or constructed in one piece or laminated in two or more pieces.Īs pins age or wear from use and constant collisions with bowling balls, there are maintenance procedures allowed by USBC which preserve the life and usefulness of the pins.
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