Lawn Bowls Clothing
If you are interested in learning to play lawn bowls, you will also
want to learn about the clothes and shoes that are common to this sport.
Lawn Bowl Shoes
You will want specific bowling shoes, especially as you become a
regular members and you become more serious about the sport.
However, if you are a beginner, the rules are not so stringent. You
can get by with just some smooth soled shoes. You just want to make sure
you are not wearing shoes that will mark the green.
If you have tennis shows, that is likely sufficient. Also, many types
of walking shoes will work okay. It is also recommenced if you are going
to buy a new pair of shoes, you should choose white ones. There are
certain days when only white shoes are worn and this will save you from
having to buy a second pair.
Tournament Apparel
In tournaments, it is required to wear cream or white clothes. Either
that or you can wear matching club shirts. This is done in order to
preserve the traditions of bowl games. That being said, some changes
have happened to the game. For example, some players wear shorts in the
hot summer months. That would not have happened in times past.
Depending on the occasion, basically any type of clothing that is
comfortable is acceptable. Certainly in Australia lawn bowl hats are
worn because of the heat and also the glare from the sun.
The standards and rules for the actual bowls is set for beginning
players and also visitors. In the majority of case, the club will have
bowls that can be rented or borrowed. As you become a more experienced
player and you are playing more frequently, you will want to purchase
your own set. If you take care of it, your set of bowls should last at
least ten years. |
