Duck Pin Bowling
Lynx Bowling is a trusted specialist in Duck Pin Bowling installations for both commercial venues and residential spaces.
Duck Pin Bowling Installation
Looking for a compact alternative to traditional lanes? Duck Pin Bowling is the perfect solution for smaller spaces, offering all the fun of ten pin in a scaled-down format. Popular in the USA since the early 1900s, Duck Pin is now experiencing a major resurgence – and it’s rapidly gaining traction in the UK and Europe.
Lynx Bowling installs state-of-the-art Duck Pin string machines, engineered in Germany for precision, performance, and reliability. Ideal for bars, arcades, leisure venues, and even home settings, Duck Pin brings a fresh and exciting twist to the bowling experience.
The Benefits
Space-Saving Design
Duck Pin Bowling requires significantly less space than Ten Pin. A 6-lane Duck Pin setup can use up to 1,320 square feet less than its Ten Pin equivalent.
Cost-Efficient Installations
Smaller spaces mean lower operating costs, making Duck Pin an ideal choice for venues with limited floor area or tighter budgets.
Maximise Existing Space
Existing Ten Pin centres can convert to Duck Pin by shortening lanes and replacing free-fall machines and scoring systems – freeing up space for additional attractions or amenities.
Flexible for Any Venue
Duck Pin setups work well in bars, entertainment centres, arcades, or compact home spaces, offering all the fun of bowling in a smaller, more accessible format.
What is Duck Pin Bowling?
Duck Pin Bowling follows the same pin layout as Ten Pin, but with smaller, lighter pins and balls – making it more accessible and family-friendly. The pins are around two-thirds the size and weight of standard Ten Pin pins, and the balls are 13cm (5 inches) in diameter, weighing just 1.4-1.8kg. With no finger holes, the ball fits comfortably in the hand and is easy to use for players of all ages and abilities.
The lanes are the same width as traditional bowling lanes but shorter – typically 9-10 metres (30-35 feet) – and feature no approach area, creating a more compact setup ideal for smaller spaces. Each player gets three balls per frame, and no rental shoes are required, adding to the casual, family-friendly appeal. The flat, open design also makes Duck Pin Bowling an excellent option for wheelchair users, with no changes in floor level needed.
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Duck pin bowling is a variation of bowling that uses smaller pins and a smaller ball, making it a great option for venues looking for something fun, accessible and slightly different from traditional ten-pin bowling.
Yes. Duck pin bowling works particularly well in bars, leisure venues and entertainment spaces where you want a strong customer experience in a smaller footprint. It’s a popular choice for venues aiming to appeal to groups and casual players.
Yes. We can deliver duck pin bowling installations for new projects and also advise on options for existing venues looking to add bowling as part of an upgrade or refurbishment.
Yes. We provide ongoing support and servicing options to keep everything running smoothly long-term, with maintenance contracts available for commercial venues that want structured cover and priority support.
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