How often should you clean your ball? There is no precise answer, but a good rule of thumb is to set a cleaning regimen just like you would with your car.
USBC Jr. Team USA Head Coach Rod Ross says, "You can tell when your car needs to be washed and waxed, and it's the same thing for your bowling ball.
Sometimes it can be a few weeks before it needs cleaning and sometimes just one night of bowling can demand a good scrub". Just like your car, your ball is subject to the dirt and grime that comes with use.
Some centers' machines and lanes are cleaner than others and don't necessarily require a strict routine cleaning. On the other hand, if your ball gets filthy on a regular basis, clean away.
Another thing to remember is that the surface of the ball needs to be maintained. If your ball rolls great with 500 grit surface, you will need to maintain that as well. When you start to see the reaction weaken, that is a good indication that the surface needs to be freshened up.
You can purchase cleaners, polishes and sanding materials to keep the surface of your ball at its optimum performance level. If you are not the do-it-yourself kind of bowler, just take your ball into the pro shop and have it cleaned up when necessary.
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