What is duckpin bowling?

Duckpin bowling is a form of bowling that is similar to traditional ten-pin bowling, but with smaller pins and balls. The pins are shorter and squatter, and the balls are smaller, weighing between 2 and 3 pounds. The smaller size of the balls and pins make duckpin bowling more challenging than ten-pin bowling.

Duckpin bowling is believed to have originated in Baltimore, Maryland in the early 20th century. It is especially popular in the Northeastern United States, particularly in areas such as Maryland, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.

In duckpin bowling, players have three rolls per frame to knock down as many pins as possible. Because of the smaller balls and pins, strikes are much harder to come by in duckpin bowling, making it a more competitive and strategic game.

Duckpin bowling alleys typically have smaller lanes than traditional bowling alleys, and the game is often played in a more casual and family-friendly atmosphere. Duckpin bowling is a fun and challenging alternative to traditional bowling, and is enjoyed by people of all ages.