Like many sports, bowling is one that can lead to injuries, including tennis elbow, sprained joints, and back pain.
These are all very preventable if the bowler exercises correct precautions, one of which is investing in proper joint supports and wraps, such as elbow braces, knee braces, and of course, bowling wrist supports.
There’s a wide variety of products on the market for all price ranges. Some products differ in ways such as the materials are used and the way they are fastened.
In this post, we’ll provide you with our opinion of the five best wrist supports on the market.
Although they are ranked in order, all of these will be incredibly beneficial for you on the lanes. Having wrist support is one of the most important investments you can make, both performance-wise and for your own safety.
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At A Glance: Our Top Picks for Best Bowling Wrist Supports
If you’re in a hurry, you can jump straight into our top picks (these are the bowling wrist supports that most people buy).
- Kool Kontrol Wrist Positioner Top Pick
- Robby Revs II Wrist Support Runner-up
- Mongoose Lifter Bowling Wrist Support Runner-up
Top 5 Best Bowling Wrist Supports – Our Reviews:
1. Kool Kontrol Wrist Positioner
The wrist positioner from Kool Kontrol is a mid-range product that offers support for your entire wrist and hand, designed with all lower areas of your throwing arm in mind. The support is designed with a plethora of materials, including velcro, metal, and tough fabrics to ensure that ultimate safety is provided.
The three-strap design allows for optimal comfort and support. These straps can be adjusted so you can achieve the perfect fit.
The velcro allows compatibility with all wrist sizes, meaning you can lend it to other bowlers if necessary. Both sides of your hand are supported with metal, but this doesn’t compromise on comfort as it stops before the knuckles.
It’s an excellent product that we can’t recommend highly enough—that’s why it’s our number 1 item on this list.
Pros
- Affordable
- Comfortable for long periods of wear
- Adjustable enough to snugly fit most builds
Cons
- Not as rigid as others
- Some materials lack durability
2. Robby Revs II Wrist Support
This is a little more expensive than its competitors, but we promise you it’s worth the extra money. It’s priced around $55, but it has an excellent balance between comfort and performance without compromising on either.
It has four available wrist positions so it fits most sizes, and comes with finger support that provides unparalleled power to your hook bowls.
It’s composed of a lightweight and durable aluminum that gives the wearer superior wrist support and protection without being overly cumbersome.
This is a model we recommend for more frequent bowlers, as the price may be intimidating to the more casual bowlers out there. That said, the quality and support it offers makes for a worthwhile investment.
Pros
- Comfortable
- Comes with finger support
- Excellent for hook bowling
Cons
- More expensive than similar products on the market
3. Mongoose Lifter Bowling Wrist Support
This model protects your wrist in a way that is incredibly useful to those who love to add spin to their shots, increase revs, and sharpen their hooks. Unlike others on this list, this acts as a corrector rather than just a support, because it is more rigid than alternative models.
The Mongoose Lifter is designed to adjust your wrist and fingers into the ideal position to maximize accuracy and promote safe and proper form in the wearer.
It doesn’t come with thumb support, which is a feature (or lack thereof) that some bowlers may not be a fan of. Other reviews sing their praises for its effect on hook shots, meaning it is a good investment for intermediate to expert bowlers.
Pros
- Excellent for hook shots
- Reasonably priced
- Great corrective support
Cons
- No thumb support
- Not recommended for beginners or those needing extra, focused support
4. Brunswick Shot X Repeater Positioner
The Brunswick Shot X Repeater provides by far the most rigid wrist support, essentially forcing your wrist and forearm into the most effective position for bowling. Some may like this, but it has proved to be a polarising topic among members of the community who like to perform a variety of throws.
Repeater by name and repeater by measure, the brace conditions your forearm to maintain the ideal position for repeated results.
After extensive use, it can be quite painful on the wrist because of its restriction, although it is the lightest of all the models and doesn’t impact the bowler as significantly as it could do.
This is a great product for beginners as it’s cheap and provides the most extensive support that practically cannot be misused.
Pros
- Cheap
- Very effective positioning
- Enhances performance and promotes safety
Cons
- Painful after long use
- Leaves little room for bowling variety
5. Storm Xtra-Hook
Although this is fifth on the list, you can do a lot worse than the Storm Xtra-Hook. It’s very affordable coming in at around $35 and is an excellent option for bowlers of all abilities.
It features strong index finger support, made adjustable with a velcro strap.
The Storm Xtra-Hook is designed in such a way to gently coax your fingers and forearm the optimal positions to avoid injuries and achieve continued results on the lane.
It’s also composed of a flexible fabric that’s comfortable enough to be worn for extensive periods. This helps the bowler keep excellent form without being too restrictive.
Velcro straps also feature on the wrist and the hand to ensure the wrist support stays in place for the entire duration of the game.
Pros
- Affordable
- Great support for the entire wrist and hand
- Comfortable enough to wear for long sessions
Cons
- Can get dirty due to excessive velcro, but is machine washable
- General support isn’t recommended for specialist bowlers
Wrap Up
All these five wrist supports will help you with your game and help prevent common bowling injuries, although some are recommended for different users depending on their throwing style, joint health, and overall experience.
Although these are our top five, there are hundreds of products on the market. It will never hurt to shop around yourself, as you may find a design or style that suits your needs best.