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Learning Disability Indoor Bowls International Series Munro Cup 2021 dates The Learning Disability Indoor Bowls International Series Management team recently announced that the next LDIBIS event for the Munro Cup will be held in Cardiff on 15th, 16th & 17th June 2021 - obviously dependant on further covid-19 restrictions.

After the cancellation of the event in June 2020 due to the pandemic the LDIBIS team have been hard at it behind the scenes to give our athletes something to plan for and look towards competing in.

“Covid has affected us all and cancelling the event in June was the right decision but so heart wrenching for all involved,” commented LDIBIS Competition Manager Janice Gower, “This announcement is fantastic news. Everyone can start planning

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for the Munro Cup in 2021.”

Richard Maddieson Operations Manager said, “I am really pleased that we have been able to get the support of the Cardiff Club so that we the team at LDIBIS and the Head Coaches can start to plan ahead for another superb International Series.

Of course we do realise that this will still depend on Covid-19.”

“I’m really happy that we can give our dedicated athletes something to look forward to after many months of not knowing if we will ever get back to competition,” commented Head Official Dan Bluett. “We must remember that there’s still a long way to go and the World is changing daily with regards to the covid-19 pandemic but I hope that we can all meet up in Cardiff as planned. I’m sure most, if not all, of our volunteers are also chomping at the bit to be involved once more.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF

The ups and many

many downs of

administration in

Welsh Bowling

by Arthur Peaches For some time now Association administration in our game in Wales has been subject to much disagreement and more than a little discord!

Being a magazine reporting news and views from the game, we obviously cannot really express a view either way about the recent disagreements between Bowls Wales and any of the National Governing bodies (NGBs) - so we thought it best to reproduce various published quotes and articles from each side - then our readers can at least develop their own views, and like the rest of us, keep their fingers crossed for a speedy and fair resolution.

The relatively recently formed Welsh National Governing Body for Bowls is a group made up of the recognised National Governing Bodies for the sport of bowls in Wales, including: Welsh Bowling Association (WBA) Welsh Women’s Bowling Association (WWBA) Welsh Indoor Bowls Association (WIBA) Welsh Ladies Indoor Bowls Association (WIBA) Welsh Short Mat Bowls Association (WSMBA) Welsh Bowls Umpires Association (WBUA).

This group publishes newsletters to the members and in the July 2020 edition included a few items relating to the ongoing problems. Below are some quotes from such:

“We make no secret of the fact that there are differences of opinion between us and Bowls Wales, hence the reason why we have been involved in discussions with both Bowls Wales & Sport Wales for most of this year trying to resolve those differences.

Those major differences of opinion are: 1. National Governing Body representation on the Bowls Wales Board of Directors.

2. Bowls Wales policy for appointing Directors to the Board.

3. National Governing Body representation on Bowls Wales focus groups, Performance Group, Communication Group & Development Group.

4. The proposed appointment of a National Pathway Coach/Manager 5. Governance of the sport of bowls in Wales.

Prior to lockdown a constructive meeting was held with representatives of Sport Wales while the meetings held with the Bowls Wales Director responsible for Performance, Richard Bowen, and the Board of Bowls Wales were far less constructive.

We remain in discussion with both Bowls Wales & Sport Wales to resolve these issues. Should you require further information on any of these points please do not hesitate to contact your National Secretary” “Bowls Wales a Limited Company by Guarantee was formed in 2017 to act as the co-ordinating body for the sport of bowls in Wales, its own Articles of Association approved by Sport Wales and registered at Companies House confirm this status. However in recent weeks Bowls Wales supported by Sport Wales have declared themselves the National Governing Body for the sport of Bowls in Wales, this ‘self declaration’ goes against their own ‘Articles of Association’ and possibly against company law and this self declaration is being challenged by us. We have written to Brian Davies Chief Executive Officer of Sport Wales and are seeking an urgent meeting with Bowls Wales.

World Bowls the governing body for the sport of bowls worldwide recognise us as the governing bodies for bowls in Wales and not Bowls Wales.”

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NEWS IN BRIEF “We welcome the decision taken by Alun Jones to stand down as Chairman of Bowls Wales, Jones who has been at the helm since the formation of Bowls Wales in 2017 lost the trust and support of the NGB’s some time ago. At a recent meeting held via Zoom between the NGB’s and Bowls Wales a request was made for the Chairman to step aside.

At the same time we welcome the appointment of Ken Burton as Interim Chairman, Ken a former WBA & WIBA President is well respected by bowlers throughout Wales and the British Isles.

We look forward to working with Ken in the very near future.”

In reply, in a long statement on their website, dated August 14th, Bowls Wales comments were many and various and designed to address many points: “BowlsWales are aware of a recent newsletter issued by a number of our member associations over the weekend and wish to make the following statement in response.

Firstly, we wish to condemn in the strongest terms the callous personal attacks on our Directors and, in particular, our former Chair Alun Jones.

Alun served BowlsWales with distinction for his three year term of office and also worked tirelessly during his role with the Welsh Bowls Federation (WBF) to make a positive difference to bowls in Wales.

To suggest that he stepped down as a result of any actions or pressure by the member associations is wholly incorrect and misleading. Alun’s term of office was, as stated above, for three years and Alun chose not to stand again as Chair following his many years of service to BowlsWales and previously to the WBF. BowlsWales wishes to apologise to Alun and his family for the facts being misrepresented in this way, and any hurt that has been caused.

Over the three years of BowlsWales, we have worked hard through formal and informal processes to develop constructive and supportive working arrangements with all our member associations in order to help build and develop all aspects of the game in Wales.

However, there are factions within some of our member associations that are keen to see the demise of BowlsWales and are willing to misrepresent the facts in order to do so.

BowlsWales fully acknowledges and supports the fundamental principle that our member associations manage and administer their specific code of the game. BowlsWales has been clear on this principle since it was founded in 2017 to act as the coordinating body for bowls in Wales.

However, the governance arrangements of Sport Wales require us to act, and to be identified, as the national governing body for bowls because we receive public money to develop and support all codes of the game in Wales. This is terminology and should not be confused with any intention of taking over or replacing the management or administration activities historically undertaken by our member associations.

Sport Wales can only recognise one body for a sport and that body is referred to as the national governing body or NGB – that’s not to say that other controlling or managing bodies may not exist, but that it is simply the terminology that Sport Wales uses in it’s governance and administration. Sport Wales also acknowledges the need for one modern organisation that has the right skills, expertise and diversity needed to face the challenges of sport and run an effective business. Sport Wales cannot, and will not, fund multiple bodies for one sport, nor can it support gender specific organisations. As such BowlsWales is the organisation that is recognised by Sport Wales for this purpose – and as one that was created to operate as a modern organisation to enable bowls in Wales to thrive.

With regard to other claims in the newsletter, World Bowls do not use the ‘national governing body’ terminology as they refer to member associations or bodies as ‘member nation authorities’, and confer a level of authority and administration to these members that we have never sought to challenge.

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BowlsWales exists solely to support and develop the game of bowls in Wales, and to ensure that all member associations have governance arrangements and policies in place to support and protect bowlers wherever they play the game. We are looking to grow the game, attract more new bowlers from all walks of life to ensure our clubs and sport can thrive in the future.

Our board of directors are all volunteers, all recruited following a transparent and open recruitment process and all bring specific skills to the board to allow it to carry out its responsibilities in a professional and responsible manner. We will shortly be recruiting for several new directors to help fill the skills gaps that we currently have on the board to continue our work.

BowlsWales also has the responsibility for the submission of our nominations for Commonwealth Games representation and is responsible for ensuring that monies allocated for elite development and performance are properly accounted for as part of an overarching performance plan for bowls.”

So, as you can see, different sides in the current disagreements are currently poles apart, but all still wish the best for the sport in Wales - well at least we hope so!

Here at Welsh Bowler, we couldn’t possibly publish our own views, but needless to say we have them.

Whoever you place the blame with, be it Bowls Wales, Sport Wales or any NGB, it is up to us all to make our own decisions and to make sure that the whole situation doesn’t cause more harm to the sport we all love for the future.

It is to be hoped that given the opportunity to meet and further discuss these issues a compromise position, acceptable to both parties can be achieved which is to the benefit of the sport of bowls throughout Wales.

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Roger Harvey, who currently bowls at Beaufort BC and Merthyr IBC has been appointed as the new coach for the Welsh Ladies Indoor Bowls Association U25s team.

Roger works at Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil and has always been around the game, with his father a player at Brynmawr. He takes over the role from Steve Jackson.

A great honour for Anwen It was recently announced that Anwen Butten is to receive a place on the 'Gorsedd' at the Eisteddfod in Tregaron 2021.

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Wonderful fund-raiser from the ladies

The Welsh Women's Lawn Bowls Squad undertook a challenge throughout the whole of July this year.

Their aim was to clock up the miles and get from Cardiff, Wales, to Cardiff, New South Wales, Australia - by running, walking or cycling their way there as a team.

The team did an admirable job, raising over ÂŁ6,000 in the process. This money will go 75% to Mind Cymru and 25% to the WWBA.

Congratulations ladies!

Jan steps down In a statement (shown below) released recently on the WLIBA website, President Jan Lovegrove has stood down from her office: Hello everyone I hope you and your families are all keeping safe and well during these difficult times and am glad to see that we are experiencing some lifting of sanctions. I am writing to inform you that after much soul searching I have decided to stand down from my position as President of the W.L.I.B.A. due to health reasons (My term of office would normally have finished in May at the A.G.M.).

I have not come to this decision lightly but the last twelve months has taken a toll on my health and I continue to have the occasional heart flutters, visits to the treadmill and medication checks.

I feel I have done my best to support the W.L.I.B.A., officers, players and only missed one day of attending competitions. I now feel it is time I started taking better care of myself as I have no family support.

As a newcomer to Ladies Welsh bowls I have enjoyed working with everyone, sharing many laughs and helping to move Ladies Bowls in Wales forward.

It has been a pleasure to watch how our junior team continue to improve with age and experience and our Senior Team improving upon last year, I wish all players the very best for the future.

My thanks to all parents and families for supporting the players in particularly the Junior Team and to the Officers and members of the Executive Committee.

Stay safe - Jan Lovegrove 2019/2020 W.L.I.B.A. President

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NEWS IN BRIEF

A message from Mike...

Fellow Bowlers I extend greetings to the readers of Welsh Bowler and indeed to those further afield on greens , in all the corners of the British Isles .

Over the last few months I have sat down several times to try and draft a message to Bowlers throughout the British Isles and as the pandemic situation continued to change so did the content of my message.

If it has not happened already, as the weeks pass, the pandemic will undoubtedly impact on the lives of someone near and dear to us and we must all hope and pray for a positive outcome should this occur. My condolence to those who have lost loved ones and friends and to those of you, so far untouched I extend my good wishes for continued safe passage.

At the time of writing we have passed through the initial stages and the first peak of infections and deaths and also seen the reduction in numbers which occurred as a result of lockdown and prudent practices..

Regrettably there are signs that as summer comes to an end we are having a resurgence in the infection rates and so, the path forward remains uncertain and It remains impossible to say just how long things will take to settle down and the infection to clear. Like most things, we can anticipate that in the course of time and with Gods good grace, the pandemic will run its course and eventually come to an end.

Like many others who have already expressed these sentiments , I have nothing but admiration for the Staff of the NHS and all the other Support and Care Services who continued to put their lives at great risk, particularly during the Spring peak in infections . Their actions were certainly over and above the call of duty . I like many , went out on a Thursday evening to express my appreciation and thanks , in one of the few ways open to us by clapping and making plenty of noise.

We do owe it to each and everyone of these very brave and selfless individuals, to support them in any way that we can and It seems to me that the best way for us to do this, is to follow the guidance ( albeit confusing and contradictory on times ) proffered by the Government and other Health Authorities and also National Governing Bodies, so I would ask everyone to sit tight and minimise the chances of spreading the virus as requested by those “in the know” but mainly by using our common sense.

Not everyone can go out and take the fight to the enemy and it can be most frustrating, sitting at home , apparently doing nothing helpful. I imagine there are a number of bowlers out there who like me, are now of an age where we are classified as vulnerable and have been required to self-isolate. It is easy to think that this means that we are doing nothing positive, but if you think about it carefully, each person who follows the instructions and stays home and remains successfully untouched by the virus, is contributing , each in their own small way , to slowing it down its ability to spread and in the long term, each person is making a contribution to the battle against the virus. Without our bodies to host the virus, it will have nowhere to go and eventually burn itself out. When feeling frustrated about not being able to get out there and do something positive, I hope you all get some comfort from the words of John Milton, who once said “They also serve who only stand and wait “ It was with great disappointment that the BIBC decided at their March 2020 Meeting to postpone the 2020 BIBC Championships, which were due to be held in LLandrindod Wells , Wales, at the end of June 2020, but given the circumstances, there was no way that the BIBC could have reached any other decision. It was also decided in May 2020 that the Under 25 Championships, due to be held in Ayr, later in the year, would also be cancelled. All being well these events, due to take place in 2020 will all now be deferred to 2021 Season at the same venues intended for 2020.

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Llandrindod Wells, I share your disappointment and do hope that when the event is finally staged, you will all be there safe and well and able to compete.

Some of you will already know that, quite independent of the pandemic , the BIBC Secretary Duncan Mclaren and Treasurer Ken Woodcock have decided that they will be stepping down from Office in at the end of the 2020/21 season .

These two gentlemen have each given over 10 years of first class service to the B.I.B.C and contributed significantly to the smooth running of the events and to the stability of the organisation, it is no understatement to say that they will be sorely missed, when the time comes. So thank you Duncan and thank you Ken for the professional manner in which you have conducted the affairs of the B.I.B.C. over the last ten years.

I was saddened by the recent news of the death of David Bryant C.B.E , he was without doubt the greatest bowler of my generation and in my mind he is certainly up there challenging for the best bowler of all time. When I started bowling back in the 1960’s , it was David Bryants book that I bought to learn about the game, clearly I could not have read it thoroughly or practiced the techniques sufficiently well as I could never ever reproduce his results.

Although I never played against him , I was privileged to be at Henderson BC in Auckland , New Zealand in 1988 to witness him winning his very last Outdoor World Singles Championship pulling out an amazing shot against Willie Wood in a memorable last end of bowls .

As we all settle down to the dark winter nights , I trust the effects of the pandemic will continue to diminish as the year comes to a close and I wish you all safe passage through the coming months and hope that we can all meet up, back on the greens in the 2021 Season.

Stay safe everyone Mike Flanagan President B.I.B.C 2020

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Wayne re-elected at

WLIBA

Wayne Letman has been re-elected as WLIBA senior team manager, he will be continuing with his ongoing project with the team, and injecting his own enthusiasm for another tenure.

In re-taking the position Wayne was eager to thank the members of the selection panel and to highlight the ever-present positive nature of the womens game in Wales.

Ever thought of umpiring?

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For further details on Umpires and Markers courses yoou can contactone of the officials below: Hon Secretary - Tricia Best, Email: welsh.bowls.umpires@gmail.com Hon. Secretary Elect - Jon Morris, Email: kaymorris66@hotmail.co.uk Markers Development Officer - Keith Jones. Email: kaj1955@sky.com

Indoor unification?

After a number of meetings over recent months, the WIBA and WLIBA unification is gradually moving closer with the publication of a Draft Constitution and a proposed management and governing structure.

These documents are now being taken under consideration by the WIBA and WLIBA before presentation to each National Governing body for acceptance.

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Manufactured with an exceptional quality.

Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL White/Silver White/Blue White/Black/Red

The very latest jersey style knitted material with a comfortable, soft cotton woven into the reverse side giving extraordinary comfort. Based on the popular Australian design, featuring • full elasticated back waistband • four well proportioned belt loops • buttoned back pocket • shaped pocket area • stitching detailing on the front crease line of the trousers to minimise ironing.

Waist 32 - 46. Available in 29”, 31”, 33” inside leg.

CODE 742T White or grey

CODE 712T

NEW

TAYLOR ‘FLEXI-DRI’ WATERPROOFS

This wet weather gear is engineered from a technologically advanced, breathable, lightweight, windproof material with a clever Elastane influence for greater mobility particularly around the arm and leg areas. With taped seams and stretch mesh lining the waterproofs offer a comfortable, flexible fit for a smooth, nonrestrictive delivery.

CODE 701T

Unique to our garments is the introduction of a mid coloured panelling on the inside of the collar, the side panels and underarm area – traditionally the worst areas for the garments soiling. Piping in the same tone enhances the area on the chest, across the shoulders, pocket detail and around the zipped area of the trousers.

The logo is highlighted in an attractive turquoise shade.

CODE701T

Jacket sizes XS-S-M-L-XL-XXL White with Grey or Navy Trim

CODE702T

Trouser sizes: M, L & XL. Leg lengths 27” 29” 31” 33”

CODE 702T

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KNITWEAR STYLES FROM LEADING SUPPLIERS UNISEX V-NECK PULLOVER

UNISEX SLIPOVER Super Acrylic, 10 gauge, machine washable slipover

Super Acrylic, 10 gauge, machine washable pullover, set-in sleeve Sizes: 36-50 Colour: White Only

Sizes: 36-48 Colour: White Only

CODE 105

CODE 106

BIAS LADIES BUTTON FRONT CARDIGAN • Soft Heavyweight Micromesh Material • Easy care • Ideal for indoor and outdoor play • 2 roomy front pockets • Button through fastening Colour: White only CODE Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL

BIAS LADIES BUTTON FRONT WAISTCOAT • Soft Heavyweight Micromesh Material • Easy care • Ideal for indoor and outdoor play • 2 Roomy front pockets • Button through fastening Colour: White only CODE 134 Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL

135

SUPERBOWL GREEN PLAY SUPERBOWL GREEN PLAY SUPERBOWL GREEN PLAY UNISEX PULLOVER

NEW

UNISEX SLIPOVER

NEW

Premium quality unisex ribbed pullover Ideal for embroidery 100% Acrylic

Premium quality unisex ribbed slipover.

Ideal for embroidery 100% Acrylic

Premium quality ladies ribbed cardigan.

2 front pockets Ideal for embroidery

Sizes: S - XXL

Sizes: S - XXL

Sizes: S - XXL

CODE 194

CODE 195

CODE 196

SUPERB QUALITY UNISEX SLIPOVER

SUPERB QUALITY UNISEX “V” NECK PULLOVER

Deluxe ribbed knitwear • 100% acrylic.

• Machine Washable * With Henselite Logo Sizes 34-50 Colour: White only

Deluxe ribbed knitwear • 100% acrylic.

• Machine Washable * With Henselite Logo Sizes 34-50

CODE 176

NEW

LADIES CARDIGAN

Colour: White only

CODE 177

EMSMORN RIBBED PULLOVER

EMSMORN RIBBED SLIPOVER

• Supersoft low pill pre-shrunk acrylic yarn with high opacity.

• Ribbed design.

• Set in sleeves • Elastine in cuffs & welt.

• Supersoft low pill pre-shrunk acrylic yarn with high opacity.

• Ribbed design.

• Elastine in welt.

Sizes 34” – 50”

Sizes 34” – 50”

CODE 184R

CODE 185R

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“BIAS” BOWLSWEAR CLASSIC COLLECTION BIAS “JEAN” BLOUSE

BIAS “SUFFOLK” BLOUSE

A smart eye catching blouse made from Micromesh fabric.

100% micromesh/polyester Stiffened collar for sharp finish.

• Zip fasten placket

• One patch pocket.

• Available in White and club colours Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL

Available in White and club colours Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL

CODE 406

BIAS “NORFOLK” WELTED HEM BLOUSE Beautiful soft quality heavyweight polyester/cotton single knit jersey.

Inset panel, revere neck & soft collar. Wear outside your skirt.

Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL Colour: White only

CODE 130

BIAS “JOYCE” BLOUSE • Micromesh fabric • Attractive V neck with collar • Available in White and club colours Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL

CODE 401

BIAS “JUDY” ZIPPED FRONT BLOUSE New to the Bias clothing range.

• 100% Micromesh polyester • Breathable fabric • Slightly fitted for elegance • Full zip front • 2 patch pockets Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL

CODE 127

BEAUTIFULLY TAILORED LADIES BLAZER Sizes: 10 - 24 Colours: White & Navy • Machine washable polyester • Fully lined • 3 pockets Be smart & comfortable in this figure-flattering Blazer

CODE 405

TEFLON COATED MENS BOWLING TROUSERS Sizes: 32 - 46 Lengths: 29", 31" & 33" Colours: White, Mid Grey • Machine washable polyester • Higher rise for extra comfort • Chalk pocket • Towel loop • 5 belt loops

CODE 101

6

CODE 103

MEN’S CLASSIC SINGLE BREASTED BLAZER Classic single breasted blazer, fully lined, magnificently tailored jacket Sizes: 38-52 Colour: Navy Only

CODE 132

COLOURED TOPS OUR SPECIALITY CALL 01483 536 337 FOR YOUR CLUB VISIT

WET WEATHER CLOTHING ALL BRANDED WATERPROOFS Weatherwear

THE MOST BREATHABLE WATERPROOF EVER MADE FOR BOWLERS Ventilite Unisex Jacket Sizes: XS – XXXXL

Ventilite Trousers

Foldaway hood

Sizes: S - XXXL Short and Regular length options

202

SIZES IN CM

The New Ventilite Lightweight Breathable, Windproof and Waterproof Jacket from Emsmorn with discreet grey piping for a totally new look.

The new performance fabric technology guarantees garments exceptional comfort in wet and windy conditions. The outer lightweight polyester is soft and quiet to handle, yet is durable and easy to clean.

The taped seam construction and microporous lightweight coating gives maximum comfort by allowing perspiration vapour to escape, yet wind and rain is securely kept out.

X SMALL SMALL

MEDIUM

Side leg-zips

119/127

XXXX L

SHOWERPROOF

WATERPROOFS

KAGOOL

Sizes: S – XXL

CODE 119

99/104

XXX LGE

GREENPLAY

NEW

89/94

91/99

104/109

XX LGE

203

JACKET TROUSERS CHEST WAIST

LARGE X LGE

• Fully waterproof – Taped seams • Concealed hood • Mesh lining • Velcro fastening • Hem drawcords

CODE 118

SIZE CHART

109/114 114/119 130/40

71/80 81/89

90/97

98/106

107/115

116/124

A easy to pack light weight Kagool.

• 100% waterproof material • Hood attached Sizes: S. M. L. XL. XXL

CODE 122K CODE 163C

REVERSIBLE JACKET WITH HOOD Top of the range – Superb quality • • • •

New luxurious anti-pill fleece reversible jacket Concealed hood – pull cord hem 2 zipped pockets – zipped hem Ideal for club badge or name embroidery

Colours Available: Burgundy – Red – Navy – Royal Blue – Green – White Sizes: S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL

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A SELECTION OF SOME OF OUR BEST SELLING

MENS SHOES SUPERBOWL VIC LACE

SUPERBOWL JACK

This quality leather upper shoe is a wider fitting traditional shoe.

Sizes 6 -11

Lace Up Trainer Style PU/Textile modern style lightweight construction.

Textured sole for extra grip CODE Sizes 6 – 12 MS05 White Only

CODE MS07

NEW

SUPERBOWL DRIVE Velcro Trainer Style. PU/Textile modern style Lightweight construction Textured sole for extra grip Sizes 6 – 12 White Only

NEW

NON SLIP NON SLIP

CODE MS06

SUPERBOWL VIC SLIP ON

SUPERBOWL “COLDWELL” SUPERBOWL “CANNOCK”

This quality leather upper shoe is a wider fitting traditional shoe.

“COLDWELL” Slip-on shoe. Extremely lightweight and comfortable. Soft leather uppers and superlite insoles. Soft leather padded collar.

Sizes 6 -11

“CANNOCK” Lace-up shoe. Extremely lightweight and comfortable. Soft leather uppers and superlite insoles. Soft leather padded collar.

Available in Tan, White or Grey.

Available in Tan, White or Grey.

Sizes 6-12

Sizes 6-12

(full and half sizes)

(full and half sizes)

CODE MS08

CODE MS02

CODE MS03

GREENZ “BIAS”

EMSMORN FUSION SPORT EMSMORN BERKELEY NON

THE ULTIMATE SHOE FOR BOWLERS

• Twin Velcro straps • Peppered vamp & straps • Soft and lightweight

NEW

Sizes 7- 11 Colours: White & Grey

NON SLIP “BIAS” Lace-up shoe. Unique material, pliant texture, soft feel and ultra light weight.

Available in White or Grey.

CODE Sizes 6-12 (full and half sizes)

CODE MS36

• Uppers - super soft water repellent nappa leather.

• Inner Sole - Anti-fungal contoured midsole.

• Outsole - Conventional EVA sole.

• Velcro fastening for ease & convenience.

White & Grey 7 -11 (whole sizes only)

NEW

NON SLIP

CODE MS37

MS13

EMSMORN RICHMOND

NON

• Super soft, lightweight, water SLIP repellent leather uppers • Supportive washable sock liner with anti-fungal finish • Impact and shock absorbing heel for comfort • Slip resistant, sculptured, flexible sole for safety • Half-size adjuster using the removable inner liner.

CODE Sizes: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11.

MS39 White & Grey.

NEW

EMSMORN “EXCEL”

NON SLIP

EMSMORN WINDSOR NON

A brand new “Excel”.

A casual leisure style trainer. Modern, stylish, soft and lightweight. Easy to wear and put on using the fast lace-up design.

Available in Tan, White & Grey New design “Result” in traditional lace-up is a simple conventional shoe with flexible EVA sole.

Available in White & Grey

White & Grey 7-11 (whole sizes only) Sizes: 7 – 12

CODE MS41

SHOES, SHOES, & MORE SHOES 8

SLIP

Ladies and Gent’s shoes fom quality leading brands Bowlrite, Superbowl, Emsmorn, Henselite, Welkin & Taylor

SLIP

CODE MS40

A SELECTION OF OUR BEST SELLING

MENS SHOES AERO FLEX BLUE

AERO FLEX RED

AERO HURRICANE

Quality Bowling shoe suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Features include specially moulded EVA inner soles for exceptional comfort.

Sizes 7 - 13

Quality Bowling shoe suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Features include specially moulded EVA inner soles for exceptional comfort.

Sizes 7 – 13

Extra comfort and support around the midsole and heel. Flexible front to allow for easy stress free bending. Soft tongue, extra soft lining and an EVA compression inner sole that is sweat and smell resistant. New quality grip sole unit.

Sizes 7-12 NON No half SLIP sizes

NEW

CODE MS25

CODE MS24

CODE MS26

HENSELITE MPS44 SPORT TRAINER

NON SLIP

Natural leather upper to provide all-day comfort • Anti-bacterial inner-sole with moisture wicking and metatarsal support • Extra width providing a great fit • Durable heel counter to prevent wear • Lightweight EVA sole that flexes with bowler foot movement • Toe protector to prevent wear on upper during bowling action • Large easy grip heel loops to assist with shoe fit.

MPS44 is available in sizes 6-13in full sizes only.

CODE MS18

HENSELITE TIGER42 This most innovative and stylish gents shoe is lightweight, flexible, extremely comfortable and has an air flow mechanism to enhance coolness and comfort.

Sizes 6 – 13

CODE MS17

HENSELITE BLADE 34 TRAINER STYLE SHOE

NON

• New lightweight design SLIP • Full grain leather upper • Airflow system to enhance coolness and comfort • Anti-bacterial innersole with Metatarsal support • Express lace system Sizes 7 – 12 no half sizes

DRAKES PRIDE SOLAR TRAINER STYLE SHOE

DRAKES PRIDE NOVA TRAINER STYLE

The SOLAR is lightweight, breathable & durable, everything a bowler expects from a shoe and at a very competitive price.

Colours: White & Grey Sizes: 6/7/7.5/8/8.5/ 9/9.5/10/11/12

Made from the latest Hi-tech breathable lightweight material. Complemented with fabric side & top panels and trimmed in either red, royal blue or black.

Available in all sizes between 6 & 13 including half sizes

NON SLIP

CODE MS21

NEW

CODE MS44

NON SLIP

A SELECTION OF HATS, CAPS & VISORS COTTON ADJUSTABLE BASEBALL CAP

The “NO HEADACHE” LIGHTWEIGHT FLEXI VISOR

CLIP VISOR GREEN UNDERBRIM

ONE SIZE

ONE SIZE

H04

WOVEN CAP • Woven stretch cap Sizes: 56, 57, 58cm

H08

H07

EMSMORN H41 LADIES/GENTS W/P HAT • Lined • Breathable Sizes: Ladies: 57 & 59cm Gents: 58 & 60cm

H05

‘VENTILITE’ RAIN CAP One size fits all

H02

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A SELECTION OF SOME OF OUR BEST SELLING

LADIES SHOES EMSMORN FLAIR

NON SLIP

A modern leisure style sports shoe, easy to wear and quick to put on using the fast lace up design • Comfortable, wider fitting shoe.

• Super soft, lightweight, water repellent uppers.

• Half-size adjuster using the removable inner liner.

Available in white and grey Sizes: 4 – 8

CODE LS09

NEW

Ultra elegant, the sporty "Jasmine" is a very comfortable ladies slip-on sports shoe with a distinctive hook and loop cross Velcro strap adjustable fastener for easy on/off.

• Leather uppers.

Available in sizes 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8. All shoes have a half size adjuster.

Colours are White or Grey.

SUPERBOWL “FLEUR” “FLEUR” Slip-on shoe.

Available in White or Grey only.

Sizes 3–8 INC. HALF SIZES

CODE LS17

CODE LS10

EMSMORN LIBRA

NON SLIP

Wider fitting; exceptionally comfortable and supportive, Flexible hard wearing TPR sole offers essential grip on all surfaces in both dry and wet conditions.

Half size adjuster using the removable inner liner.

Available in White & Grey.

Sizes: 4, 5, 6, 7 & 8

CODE LS06

GREENZ “CAMILLE”

NON SLIP

“CAMILLE” Lace-up shoe.

Unique material, pliant texture, soft feel and ultra lightweight.

SUPERBOWL “JAZZ” This “no seam” softy lace up is made from very soft leather, all leather upper, ballet style shoe. Moulds to the shape of your feet.

Available in White or Grey only.

Sizes 3-8 INC. HALF SIZES

Available in White or Grey only.

NON SLIP

Ladies semi-brogue style in white, Comfortable, fashionable ladies bowls shoe, easy to lace up and with “punch” detail to add a touch of class!

Colour: WHITE ONLY Sizes 4-8.

NEW

CODE LS08

Sizes 3-8 INC. HALF SIZES

GREENZ “VICKI”

NON SLIP

“VICKI” Slip-on shoe.

Unique material, pliant texture, soft feel and ultra lightweight.

SUPERBOWL “LIZZIE” “LIZZIE” Lace-up shoe. Soft leather uppers with super soft insole and impressed design on top.

Available in White or Grey only.

Sizes 3-8 INC. HALF SIZES

Available in White or Grey only.

Sizes 3-8 inc. half sizes

CODE LS01

CODE LS04

EMSMORN ZARA LADIES SLIP-ON SHOE

NON SLIP

• Uppers - super soft water repellent nappa leather.

• Inner Sole - Anti-shock heel set in contoured midsole.

• Outsole - Slip resistant PU sole sculptured for safety and appearance.

• Elasticated side panels allow easy but secure fitting.

Available in White and Grey Sizes: 4 – 8

NEW

SUPERBOWL “SANDALS”

SUPERBOWL “BARDSEA”

Although not approved by National Associations many bowlers find them extremely comfortable for the casual game. Ideal for indoor play & warm sunny days.

Sizes 3-8 NO HALF SIZES

“BARDSEA” Lace-up shoe.

Soft leather uppers with super soft insole.

An extremely lightweight quality shoe.

Available in White or Grey only.

Sizes 3-8 INC. HALF SIZES

These sandals are generous in sizing.

When ordering it is advisable to come down a size. Available in tan,white or grey.

CODE LS26

SHOES, SHOES, & MORE SHOES 10

CODE LS16J

CODE LS03

EMSMORN POLLY

CODE LS07

EMSMORN JASMINE

A very good selection of other ladies and gent’s shoes available; Bowlrite, Superbowl, Emsmorn, Taylor & Welkin.

CODE LS02

MODERN LADIES TRAINER STYLE SHOES SUPERBOWL KITTY LACE TRAINER NON

SUPERBOWL LADY TAYLOR APOLLO NON SKIPPER VELCRO TRAINER LADIES TRAINER SLIP

White with Silver Trim • Soft PU/Textile Material • Non-Slip sole units Sizes 3 – 8

Twin Touch Fastening straps White with Silver Trim • Soft PU/Textile Material • Non-Slip sole units Size 3 – 8

SLIP

NEW

CODE LS27

NON SLIP

NEW

CODE LS28

AERO CHAMPION Breathable water resistant Microfibre with leather inner lining and leather covered inner sole for extreme comfort.

Sizes 4 - 7

AERO SPRINT LACE

DRAKES PRIDE SOLAR

• Excellent high quality shoe with mesh finish • Ideal for indoor & outdoor play • 3 Piece outer sole for midsole and heel support • New EVA inner sole does not absorb moisture Sizes 3 - 8

Trainer Style Shoe A lightweight breathable, comfortable shoe at a competitive price.

Colour: White Sizes 3 – 8

NEW

NON SLIP

CODE LS25

• Developed from the Olympus shoe range • Made with a full leather upper for enhanced comfort • New improved sole for exceptional grip Colour: White with silver trim CODE LS416 Size 3 – 8

CODE LS23

HENSELITE HL70 TRAINER

The most innovative and stylish ladies shoe ever produced the ‘Tiger Sport’ is lightweight, sporty design, looks good and feels great and has an air-cushion sole which offers the ultimate in comfort.

Available in sizes 3, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 7, 8.

Available in white only. CODE

NEW

CODE LS19

NEW

CODE LS43

NON SLIP NON HENSELITE SLIP TIGER SPORT TRAINER STYLE

This shoe has a combination of mesh, leather and PU and is designed with a lightweight outer sole.

To assist with sizing each shoe has a second, removable, insole.

UK Sizes 3-8 only.

NON SLIP

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LS20

A SELECTION OF CLUB EQUIPMENT DRAKES PRIDE SCOREFRAME

DELIVERY MATS

Horizontal or Vertical Made from 1” Tubular steel with a hammerite finish.

Comes with doublesided numbers

Regulation Level Green/Short Mat Bowls 600mm x 360mm (24" x 14") Black with White edge.

SFDP

DPM01

DRAKES PRIDE SCORE LOLLYPOPS

DPSL

LAWN, INDOOR AND SHORTMAT JACKS JACK01

OUTDOOR LAWN JACKS

JACK02

INDOOR HEAVYWEIGHT JACKS

JACK03

SHORT MAT JACK

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The Essential 5

7

6

1

13

14

19

20

2

Freestyle

3

Shoes designed to be comfortably better

• Comfortable, wider fitting shoes

• Super soft, light-weight, water repellent uppers

• Supportive washable sock liner with anti-fungal finish

• Impact & shock absorbing heel for comfort

• Slip resistant, sculptured, flexible TPR sole for safety

4

23

26

25

27

28

30

31

Mens 29

• Half-size width adjuster using the removable EVA inner liner • Available in white & grey

12

24

• Mens sizes 7 - 11 • Ladies sizes 4 - 8

Ladies

32

33

Collection For Bowlers 9 10

8 15

16

11 18

17

1

202

VENTILITE 2 JACKET

3

DL120

DRILITE 2 JACKET

2

4

5 6

7

8

9

10 11

12

13

21

14

15 16

17

18

19

20

22

21

22

32 33

34

1030EM 178

179

180 125

145

140

139

184R 185R 142

143

144 181

MS38

RINKMASTER LITE JACKET FLEECE JACKET

WHITE/GREY LADIES SLACKS WHITE/GREY CROPPED

WHITE/GREY LADIES PROLITE TROUS’ WHITE/GREY MENS PROLITE TROUS’ WHITE/GREY MENS TROUSERS MICROFIBRE GILET

LADIES LIBERTY FLEECE PIQUE BLOUSE VEE BLOUSE

V-NECK PULLOVER RIBBED V-NECK SLIPOVER RIBBED

SWEATSHIRT-MENS ZIPPED

SWEATSHIRT-LADIES ZIPPED

SWEATSHIRT-UNISEX V-NECK WHITE/GREY MENS SHORTS EXCEL MENS SPORT

MAGNUM MENS SPORT

FUSION MENS STRAP SPORT

RICHMOND MENS MOCCASIN

LS07 LS09 LS10

LS08

LS06

BERKELEY MENS STRAP CASUAL ZARA LADIES SLIP ON

FLAIR LADIES SPORTS CASUAL

JASMINE LADIES STRAP CASUAL

POLLY LADIES BROGUE LACE UP LIBRA LADIES MOCCASIN

AC02/E

2 BOWL CARRIER

EBAG31

FLIGHT BAG

EBAG18

40

TEAM WINDCHEATER

MS39

37 39

DRILITE TROUSERS

WINDSOR MENS LACE UP

AC01/E

38

VENTILITE 2 TROUSERS

MS40

35

36

40

133EM

MS37

31

37

159

27 30

39

110VB

MS36

29

36

141

25

28

35

DL122

MS41

26

38

203

23

24

34

12

EBAG17 EBAG15 EBAG14

4 BOWL CARRIER MINI BAG (RED ONLY) CLASSIC TROLLEY

EXPLORER TROLLEY PIONEER TROLLEY

13

A SELECTION OF ACCESSORIES PROHAWK

CLUBHAWK

CLUBHAWK GOLD KESTREL MEASURE HENSELOCK

11ft String Measure with Belt Clip

9ft String Measure

9ft String Measure with Belt Clip and Calipers

7ft Metal Tape with Calipers

AM01

AM02

AM03

AM05

6ft 6in Metal Tape with Calipers and small carrying pouch

AM06 PREMIER BOULE TAYLOR TOURNAMENT AM04 MEASURE

GAD 30m TAPE

AM17

MEASURING PEGS (15ft)

11ft Black and gold with belt clip & callipers

DPBA

AM17B

AM442 UMPIRE STYLE DRAKES PRIDE WEDGES TOUCHA SPRAY CHALK

6" CALIPERS MEASURE

CHALK HOLDER

AM13

(Water based)

AM12U SOLID FUEL RODSREFILLS (Pack of 12) Refill for Solid Fuel Pocket Handwarmer.

DRAKES PRIDE LEATHER ACCESSORY POUCH

AP10

AP11

Pack of 4

Lengths: short, medium & long

AM10

GAD 30m TAPE with BRAKE CODE

DRAKES PRIDE BOWLING ARM

AP12

SOLID FUEL HOT PAD HAND DRAKESPRIDE WARMERS (Pair) WALKING POCKET HANDWARMER STICK FOLDS AWAY & INC. BAG

AH05

AH05A

AH04

NEW

AT14

WALKING STICK FERRULE Sizes 18 & 22cm

AF07

LADIES “ALL AH01 WEATHER” KASCO DELIVERY GLOVE

MENS “ALL AH02 WEATHER” KASCO DELIVERY GLOVE

OBG LADIES “ALL WEATHER” DELIVERY GLOVE

OBG GENTS “ALL WEATHER” DELIVERY GLOVE

For that extra grip on your bowls.

Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Sizes: S/M/L/XL Colour: White only

For that extra grip on your bowls.

Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Sizes: S/M/ML/L/XL Colour: White only

For that extra grip on your bowls.

Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Sizes: S/M/L/XL

When ordering please state whether right hand or left hand glove required.

For that extra grip on your bowls. Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Sizes: M/L/XL

OBG1

OBG2

When ordering please state whether right hand or left hand glove required.

DRAKES PRIDE RIGID SCORECARD HOLDER AS02

SCORECARD HOLDER LEATHER LARGE

AS05

SCORECARD HOLDER LEATHER SMALL

SCORECARD PLASTIC RIGID TALL

AS06

AS03 TAYLOR GRIPPIT CLOTH

POLISH CLOTH

POLISH SLEEVE

AT07

AT11

TAYLOR SCORECARD HOLDER LEATHER SMALL

DRAKES PRIDE POL SLEEVE

The cure for a slipping grip.

AT16

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AT08

A SELECTION OF ACCESSORIES LADY BOWLER LAPEL PIN

MAN BOWLER LAPEL PIN

AG01/L

RED ROSE LAPEL PIN LARGE COMIC OR YELLOW ROSE LADY BOWLER LAPEL PIN LAPEL PIN

AG01/RR AG01/YR

AG01/M

TIE PIN SET (BOXED) MAN BOWLER

COMIC LADY BOWLER LAPEL PIN

AG01/CLL

COMIC MAN BOWLER LAPEL PIN

AG01/CL

LADIES PEN AND KEY RING SET BOXED

BOWLS & JACK LAPEL PIN

AG01/CM

AG01/B

TIE PIN & CUFF LINKS SET (BOXED) MAN BOWLER

AG07LADIES MENS PEN AND KEY RING SET BOXED

AG05

AG07GENTS

GRIPPO TUBES GRIPPO JARS AP01 AP01 TUBE JAR

WILGRIP AP02

AG06

BETTS BOWL GRIP

BULLDOG AP05

TAYLOR GRIPIT POLISH 487T

CRACK-AJACK AP06

AP03

Versatile bowls towel. Dry, clean, polish & grip

COMFITPRO CLOTHS Dries, grips and poishes 3 in 1

AT15

NEW

LAWS OF THE GAME

NEW

AP04

AV05 25

BOWLSWEAR DIRECT Gift Vouchers £5 - £10 £20 - £25

GIFT SET FOLD-IT-UP BOWL & JACK PICK-UP

AT13 BOWLS SKILLS BOOK

BRACES

A PERSONAL GUIDE FOR THE CLUB PLAYER

AB01

One size men’s clip-on braces.

AB13

AP07

EW

AP09

Synthetic chamois.

Deluxe chamois.

Best super soft chamois on the market.

AT09

AT10 POLISHING KIT

AC10

This uniquely designed bowl & Jack Pick-Up is a useful aid to bowlers of all ages, particularly those with back or arthritic problems. Made as a compact fold-up unit for easy storage. The chrome plated material is of the highest quality. Every bowler should have one!

Towels, Chalk, Betts Polish and Score Card Holder

Carnauba based wax.

HENSELITE CHAMOIS

AB02

AT01E

MONKEY GRIP N

Aerosol Grip and Shine

AT04 EMSMORN BOWLS TOWEL

DRAKES BOWLS SHEEN

CHAMPION POLISH

EMSMORN WET ‘N’ DRI

Everything you need to keep bowls looking good

AT12

TOP QUALITY ENGLISH MADE LEATHER BELTS

SUPERBOWL SPORTSWEAR EMBROIDERED AT03 HANDKERCHIEF

White or Grey Sizes: 34-46

100% cotton handkerchiefs embroidered in 3 different designs.

• Lady Bowler Embroidery • Man Bowler Embroidery • Bowl & Jack Embroidery Ideal gift idea for all

AB12

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A WIDE SELECTION OF BOWLS HOLDALLS AND TROLLEY BAGS TAYLOR TROLLEY CASE

TAYLOR MINI TROLLEY

TAYLOR MINI SPORTS BAG

BLACK/RED BLACK/BLUE A compact trolley with wide wheel base giving stability over rough surfaces. Takes 4 bowls, shoes, clothing and accessories

BLACK/PURPLE BLACK/PINK BLACK/LIGHT BLUE This is an excellent value trolley case, holds 4 bowls shoes clothing and accessories in a choice of 3 colours

RED-BLUEPURPLE-SILVER Small enough to fit in most lockers.

This bag takes 4 bowls in the base.

With room for shoes in the top.

Also supplied with a shoulder strap.

BAG354

TAYLOR MIDI SPORTS BAG

NEW

4 BOWL CARRIER

NEW

RED-BLUEPURPLE-SILVER Room in the base for 4 bowls and accessories.

Separate accessories compartment.

Separate waterproof sock and room in the top for shoes and a some clothing.

Comes with carrying strap

AC01 2 BOWL CARRIER

BAG389

AC02 BAG381 BAG355

Colours: Navy, Royal, Red

AERO PROBOWLER Maxi Double Decker Holdall

CODE BAG28CP

Colours: Blue, Maroon

AERO PADDED 2 BOWL BAG

CODE BAG31CP

AERO LX ULTRAGLIDE with Accessory Bag

AERO CX ULTRAGLIDE Luxury Bag on Wheels

Colours: Blue, Silver, Maroon

Colours: Maroon, Blue, Silver

CODE: BAG29CP

CODE: BAG30CP

MIDI DOUBLE DECKER

MINI DOUBLE DECKER

Nylon Midi Double Decker Bowls Bag. With Shoulder Strap Available in Green, Lime, Petrol, Pink, Red, Maroon, Sky

Nylon Mini Double Decker Bowls Bag. With Shoulder Strap

NEW

NEW

BAG34

DRAKES PRIDE 2 BOWL & JACK BAG Colours: Grey, Black, Maroon or Navy

With Shoulder Strap

BAG34DP DRAKES PRIDE OFFICIAL UMPIRES KIT

DRAKES PRIDE PRO-SPORT MIDI

Made from Nylon.

Colours – Navy, Maroon, Black, or grey

DRAKES PRIDE MICRO 2 BOWL AND SHOE BAG Available in Green, Petrol, Red

Available in Green, Lime, Petrol, Pink, Red, Maroon, Sky

BAG33 DRAKES PRIDE 2 BOWL BAG BAG36

ASSORTED COLOURS AVAILABLE

• Space for 4 bowls, shoes and accessories.

• Front and 2 side pockets.

• With Shoulder Strap

Consisting of feeler gauge, caliper, set square, scoring Lollipops, magnifying glass, chalk spray, AG15 wedges, Supalock Measure, Rinklock measure, 30 metre tape, kneeling pad, Bowls towel and toucher gauge.

BAG33PRO Colours – Black with Yellow Black with Blue Black with Grey

BAG37

DRAKES PRIDE PRO-SPORT MAXI A large capacity holdall Holds 4 bowls, shoes, accessories and clothing.

BAG35PRO With Shoulder Strap

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Spotlight on Drakes Pride Bowls PROFESSIONAL: Very successful on both indoor and faster outdoor greeens. A mid-bias line with a consistent finish offering a greater range of shots. Medium & heavyweight, sizes 00-5 heavy/ medium.

XP BOWL: XP Numerous top players have assisted and advised Drakes Pride on the ideal line they are looking for in an outdoor model, this has resulted in the 'XP'. The perfect balance of the Professional whilst adding the touch more bias required for the outdoor game.

Sizes 00 - 5 Heavyweight only D-TEC: The profile of this amazing new model was designed to meet the demands of the Team Drake players who were looking for an indoor model with a tight line with just enough bias to turn into the head, but with a soft finish with no hook. The feedback from players has been superb.

Black

Brown

Blue/Blue

Blue/Red

Green/Green

Green/Green/White

Magenta/Red

Maroon/Red

Maroon/Red/Orange

Blue/Blue/White

Blue/Pink

Colours are subject to change, please refer to WEB site www.bowlsdirect.com for full colour selection.

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Spotlight on Taylor Bowls

BLAZE

LIGNOID

ACE

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LAZER

VECTOR VS

LEGACY

INTERNATIONAL

Spotlight on Taylor Bowls LIGNOID Predominantly an outdoor bowl with a wide draw, recommended for outdoor grass surfaces and short mat play. The Lignoid retains a high quality finish at an extremely competitive price.

Black only Medium 0-5; Heavy 00-5.

VECTOR VS Attractive new cosmetics have given the bowl a fresher appeal. It remains perfect for fast surfaces and indoor greens, having a lenient, gentle draw to the jack, with no hook at the end, making it ideal for front end bowlers.

Black Medium 0-5; Heavy 00-5; Extra Heavy 0-4.

Coloured Heavy 00-5

ACE A slightly wider drawing arc than the Vector VS, with no hook at the finish.

It’s a dual purpose bowl, ideal for any rink position, indoors and out.

Black Medium 0-5; Heavy 00-5; Extra Heavy 0-4.

Coloured Heavy 00-5

LEGACY-SL A slimline bowl ideal for the smaller hand. Medium bias with a controlled swing to the jack.

Black only Medium 0-5; Heavy 00-5

LAZER A slim profile bowl with a precision narrow bias, designed for indoor and fast outdoor surfaces.

Black only Medium 0-5; Heavy 00-5

BLAZE Designed with a slender diameter for

a more comfortable fit in your hand, enhanced with a deep dimple grip (Premier Grip) ensuring a confidant grasp to give a consistent draw and defining accuracy with every shot.An all purpose bowl, the bias runs between the Vector VS and the Ace models and has a distinct sweep as the bowl finishes its course to the target.

COLOUR VARIANTS

D Blue/Blue

Blue/Mint

D Blue/Magenta

Maroon/Red

Black

Pink/White

Blue/Orange

Purple/White

Blue/White

Mint/White

Colours are subject to change, please refer to WEB site www.bowlsdirect.com for full colour selection.

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Spotlight on Aero Bowls

GrooVe

Quantum

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Profile

Sonic

maXim

Defiance

Spotlight on Aero Bowls COMPARE THE TRAJECTORIES OF OUR MODELS Our Harbour bridge trajectory was decided as the ultimate line to the jack by some of the world’s best bowlers.

GrooVe

QUANTUM

A mid bias bowl. Suitable for all playing positions on average to quick paced surfaces. It is our best selling outdoor bowl.

For players who prefer a narrower draw line. Suitable for front end playing positions on average to quick paced surfaces.

SONIC

PROFILE

For players who prefer a wider draw line. Suitable for middle and back end playing positions on average to slow paced surfaces.

Designed for all indoor surfaces. Can be used effectively by all playing positions on faster surfaces, and for front end players on average to slow paced surfaces.

MAXIM A very wide swinging bowl. Suitable for back end playing positions on slow surfaces. Particularly effective on outdoor greens in the early part of the season.

AERO GRIPS AERO Z SCOOP

AERO ZIGZAG

DEFIANCE A narrow bias bowl suitable for front end players. Particularly effective on faster indoor surfaces. Ideal for the bowler who prefers a tighter line model.

COLOUR VARIANTS

AERO DENTATIONS

Maroon/Red

Demon

Swannee

Magma

Ocean

Candy

Purple Haze

Grape

AERO PLAIN RINGS

Colours are subject to change, please refer to WEB site www.bowlsdirect.com for full colour selection.

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Spotlight on Henselite Bowls

TIGER EVO

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“Developed in partnership with World Champion bowlers, the TIGER EVO bias line is the mid-point between the popular Tiger and Tiger Pro models.

Looking to find that perfect road to the jack it is ideal for a full range of shots.

Suitable for all indoor and outdoor surfaces.

Tiger II A narrow bias, slimmer profile bowl with a straighter finish to the head - ideal for all fast surfaces and those awkward end rink ditch hands.

Classic II Classic II is designed to run a narrow running line whilst retaining a hook finish. Classic II is ideal for attacking difficult heads. Recommended for indoor surfaces and fast running outdoor greens.

Tiger Pro Tiger has a running line in between the Tiger and Tiger II with a more pronounced hook finish. An ideal bowl, suitable for indoor and fast outdoor greens.

Tiger Tiger is a full biased model with slightly less bias than the famous Classic having a straighter finish.

Classic TRL Henselite Classic bowl represents the ultimate in craftsmanship, accuracy and tradition, qualities that have over the years been associated with the worlds leading manufacturer. The Classic incorporates the exclusive bead grip to ensure comfort and balance.

There's another Tiger on the Prowl

Spotlight on Henselite Bowls MODELS, COLOURS AND SIZES TIGER 0-5 in Black, Ocean Green, Atomic Red, Ruby Rich, Midnight Blue, Galaxy, Planet Earth.

TIGER PRO 0-5 in Black, 2-5 in Midnight Blue, Ruby Rich, Ocean Green and Atomic Red.

TIGER II 0-5 in Black, Ruby Rich, Midnight Blue, Galaxy, Planet Earth, Ocean Green and Atomic Red.

CLASSIC TRL 0-5 in Black (heavy weight) 1-5 in Black (medium weight)

CLASSIC II 0-5 in Black, 1-5 in Black (medium weight), Ruby Rich, Ocean Green and Midnight.

Bowl Profiles TIGER The Tiger is a full biased model that was developed because of the increasing need for a bowl that suits a multitude of playing speeds.

The Tiger will suit both the competitive player and the more socially minded bowler.

The bowl has proved to be one of the most successful ‘TV tournament’ models since its introduction.

Due to the ‘Ergo’ profile, the Tiger is appealing to new and existing bowlers who require improved delivery.

TIGER II The Tiger II is the third member of the ‘Ergo’ family of bowls, complimenting the very successful Dreamline and Tiger models.

There is a growing trend in many clubs for a slightly wider bias bowl than the Dreamline.

The Tiger II is a mid-biased bowl that will suit the player looking for a multi-purpose set of bowls.

It is a contemporary design of bowl with a gentle and predictable trajectory, and is the widest drawing of the ‘narrow’ biased bowls currently available.

It is highly suited to all players,

The standard Henselite grip

including skips who may require a bowl that has a relatively strong finish to draw around short bowls in the head.

TIGER PRO

Given the huge successes of both the Tiger and the Tiger II, it was found that top bowlers were still seeking for a bias choice between the Tiger and Tiger II lines. After a period of testing, the Tiger Pro bias was manufactured as that ‘in between bias bowl’ that is much sought after. The Pro has become the fourth member of the ‘Ergo shape’ range. To be approved by World Bowls Ltd one day and used by Alex Marshall and Carol Ashby the next when winning the World mixed pairs says a lot about the quality and trust the top players have in the bias consistency of the Henselite brand.

CLASSIC II The Classic II is the original narrow biased bowl. This narrow version has less bias than the original Classic model.

Manufactured with a traditional Classic bias for bowlers who can play on all types of green and require a consistent draw.

The Classic II, with its midstrength bias, is well suited to slower outdoor greens and also performs well on faster indoor carpets in the UK. Distinctive finish commonly referred to as a ‘hockey stick bias’ and recognised for its ability to draw around cluttered heads.

Atomic Red

Ocean Green

CLASSIC TRL The largest selling bowl in the world. This bowl was established in 1930 and is still standard in most countries. Winners of more gold medals at World Bowls and Commonwealth Games than any other model of bowl. The bowl, with the famous ‘hockey stick bias,’ is an excellent wide drawing bowl for holding greens.

Midnight Blue

Rugby Rich

Planet Earth

Galaxy

Colours are subject to change, please refer to WEB site www.bowlsdirect.com for full colour selection.

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Spotlight on Almark Bowls

ALMARK SLIM-LINE Slimmer profile bowl with a mid-bias, ideal for all surfaces and suitable for bowlers wanting to play with the same set all-year round.

Deep dimple grip.

Sizes: 00-5 in heavy weight only.

Colours: Black, Ruby Rich, Midnight and Ocean Green.

ALMARK GOLD The strongest bias bowl in the range. Recommended for outdoor surfaces, slower paced indoor surfaces and short mat. Unique grip.

Sizes: 00-5, medium and

heavy weight.

Colours: Black only.

ALMARK ARROW New to the range, it has been designed with fast surfaces and front end play in mind.

The bias line, although narrow, has a distinctive curve when the weight comes off of the bowl.Not as narrow a bias as its predecessor, the Edge, but narrow enough to be of some benefit when playing on end rinks. Unique Arrow grip.

Sizes: 0-5 heavy weight only.

Colours: Black only.

Arrow The Arrow holds a narrow line to the jack making it an excellent bowl for indoor surfaces and fast outdoor greens. The slim profile makes it extremely comfortable to hold and control.

Slim-Line The Almark Sterling Slim Line bowl has been designed to feel more comfortable in the hand and has a mid-bias consistent draw. This makes it ideal for all conditions and for bowlers who want to play all year round.

Gold The Sterling Gold bowl is available with the new improved *unique grip* as standard. Like all other bowls in the Sterling Range, it is finished by laser and represents the accuracy associated with manufacturing by Henselite UK. Recommended for all outdoor and medium to slow paced indoor surfaces.

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White & Grey

S – XXXL 27” 29” 31”

£34.99

£3.95

1030EM

LADIES CLOTHING Emsmorn Ladies Crop Trousers

127

Judy Blouse (Full Zip Front)

103 130 131

Aero Ladies Sports Trousers Superbowl Ladies Blazer

Mid Grey & White

£35.50

£3.95

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10-24.

£59.99

£3.95

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10-24.

£34.50

£3.95

White only

Norfolk Welt Hem Blouse

White only

Button Front Waistcoat

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10-24 One length (20")

S - XXL

£19.99

139

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White only

10-24.

£17.50

£3.95

Emsmorn LIBERTY Ladies Fleece Jkt

White only

XS - XL

£22.99

£3.95

140 143 145 178 183 196 401 405

Button Front Cardigan

Emsmorn Pique Knit Blouse

Emsmorn Sweatshirt Lady Zipped Emsmorn Ladies Prolite Trousers Emsmorn Ladies Fleece w/coat Greenplay Ribbed Cardigan

Suffolk Blouse With Hem Pocket

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White only

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White & Grey

White only

White only

White only

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10-24.

S - XL. 26"L, 28"L & 30"L

S - XXL

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£3.95

Emsmorn Ladies Trousers

135

10-28. 27"L, 29"L & 31"L

£19.99

133EM 134

Mid Grey & White

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£26.99 £29.99

£18.50

£23.99

£29.99

£19.99

£24.95

£19.99

£3.95

£3.95 £3.95

£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

Joyce Blouse

White only

S - XXL

£19.99

Taylor XV1 Blouse

Silver, Blue or Black/Red Trim

Kasco Ladies Delivery Glove.

State Left or Right Hand When Ordering.

S - XXL

£24.99

AH01

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£24.99

£3.95

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£11.99

£1.50

101

GENTS CLOTHING

£39.99

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142

Emsmorn Sweatshirt Mens Zipped

406

711T

725T 728T 753T

Jean "Zippy" Blouse

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102 132 179 180

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712T 713T 745T 754T

AB12BB AB13 AF02

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Emsmorn Valuebowl Jacket

144 159 163

163C 176 177 194 195 196 183

184R 185R

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£24.99

£32.99

£11.99

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£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

£3.95

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£8.50

£3.95

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£11.99

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6-11.

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£5.99

£9.99

£3.95

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£29.99

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£26.99

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S - XXXL

S - XXXL

S - XXXL

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£79.99

Balmoral V/neck Slipover Unisex Zip-up Cardigan

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38-52.

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110VB 141

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105

125

Mid Grey & White

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GREENS & GREEN MAINTENANCE

SISIS assists at Pitmedden SISIS, the mower manufacturer who are prevalent around many Welsh bowls clubs, have been helping out in Scotland.

Two machines have helped Ian Fraser, Head Greenkeeper at Pitmedden BC in Aberdeenshire, turn around the fortunes of the green and transform it into one of the best in Scotland. Ian and his family have a long affinity with Pitmedden Bowls Club. In the 1930’s his grandfather became the Head Greenkeeper for three decades before passing the baton to Ian’s father who then maintained the green for many years after.

Although it was inevitable that Ian himself would eventually follow in their footsteps, this didn’t happen for a number of years. When he did accept the position of head greenkeeper, he quickly found that he had his work cut out, as he explains.

“Upon my return to the club it is safe to say that the green needed a lot of attention,” he said.

“I was determined to get the green back in good shape and I started doing my research and learning the biology of turf and soil. What became apparent was that we desperately needed some new equipment.”

While on the hunt for some new turf maintenance equipment, Ian attended a Dennis and SISIS bowling green maintenance seminar in Aberdeen. It was here that he became acquainted with a range of SISIS machinery, and as a result, he purchased two pieces of equipment with the help of a grant from his local Windmill Community Trust.

Finding a machine that would help with aeration was his main priority as he explains.

“We identified that aeration was going to be one the most important tasks in getting the green back to being functional again,” said Ian. “At that time, we were hiring a lot of machinery and because we were using them so much, we decided that we needed our own.

We found what we were looking for in the SISIS Dart.”

The SISIS Dart is an independently powered vertical action aerator and has a working depth of up to 100mm (4 inches) which can be easily adjusted from the operator’s position using the balanced depth control lever. Powered by a 6.5hp engine, the unit can also be fitted with a wide range of interchangeable tines to meet the operator’s requirements making it ideal as a bowling green aerator.

“I use the Dart once a month and it gives us great results every time,” continued Ian. “We have a nice variety of the interchangeable tines which help for a number of different tasks. It was the first step to improving the health of the green and it has worked wonders.”

Ian’s second purchase with the grant was the SISIS Auto Rotorake MK 5 - a self-propelled heavy-duty pedestrian scarifier. It is designed for the removal and control of thatch on fine turf and features a contra-rotating reel with specially designed tipped blades for a clean, consistent cut and maximum thatch removal. A variety of maintenance tasks can also be carried out due to a selection of seven different interchangeable reels.

Ian purchased the verticutting reel, the scarifying reel, and the brush to accompany the machine and believes that it covers all bases.

“The Auto Rotorake MK 5 has been a heaven-send and I would say it has been our best ever purchase. It just does everything you need to keep a green in the best possible playing condition.

“I will scarify with it at the start and at the end of the season; I’ll verticut once a month and then run the Rolaspike Reel over the green maybe 2 or 3 times a month. The brush also prepares the turf nicely after verticutting or scarifying. I would recommend it to any greenkeeper.

“These two pieces of SISIS equipment play an integral role in the maintenance programme here and have been instrumental in improving the green.” www.sisis.com

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WELSH BOWLER AUTUMN/WINTER 2020

WEY VALLEY IBC, LIDO ROAD, GUILDFORD, SURREY GU1 1HB Tel: 01483 536337 Email info@bowlsdirect.com www.bowlsdirect.com TAYLOR LAZER The Lazer is a slimmer profile bowl with a narrow precision bias. Designed for Indoor and fast Outdoor conditions.

Pro-grip as standard. This bowl has a narrower bias than the Vector.

Medium Weight Sizes 0-5 Heavy Weight Sizes 00-5

£229.95 TAYLOR ACE The championshop-winning Ace bowl has a slightly wider draw than the Vector. It is perfect for players requiring a controlled swing onto the jack. Ideal wood for a Third or Skip indoors, and a perfect lead bowl on heavier outdoor surfaces. Medium Weight Sizes 0-5, Heavy Weight Sizes 00-5

£264.95 Colour £299.95 TAYLOR VECTOR VS An attractive new cosmetic appearance has given the bowl a fresher, more sportier appeal. It remains perfect for all fast surfaces both Indoors and Out, and has a lenient, gentle draw to the jack with no hook at the end. This makes the Vector VS ideal for front end bowlers. Black only, Progrip only. Medium Weight Sizes 0-5 Heavy Weight Sizes 00-5

£264.95 Colour £299.95 HENSELITE TIGER PRO The Tiger PRO is Henselite’s latest addition to their current range of bowls. With a slimmer profile, this bowl is designed to feel comfortable in the hand and has a line in between the Tiger and Tiger II. Heavy Weight Sizes 0-5

£269.95 Colour £329.95 FREE POSTAGE ON ALL BOWLS TO THE UK

TAYLOR BLAZE With input from world champions Andy Thomson and David Gourlay this bowl has been designed with a slender diameter for a more comfortable fit in your hand, enhanced with a deep dimple grip (Premier Grip) ensuring a confidant grasp to give a consistent draw and defining accuracy with every shot. Heavy Weight Sizes 00-5

£264.95 Colour £299.95 DRAKES PRIDE PROFESSIONAL The most popular bowl produced by Drakes Pride, its slimmer more oval shape provides for excellent handling qualities. A predictable draw ideal for singles play, the banana shaped track to the jack allows for greater variation of shots.

Med Weight Sizes 0-5 Heavy Sizes 00-5

£234.99 Colour £279.99 ALMARK STERLING SLIMLINE The Almark Slim Line bowl has been designed to feel more comfortable in the hand and has a midbias consistant draw. This makes it ideal for all conditions and for bowlers who want too play all year round. Recommended for all outdoor and indoor surfaces.

One weight only, Heavy/Medium 00 - 5

£209.95 Colour £279.95 AERO QUANTUM Mid-Bias bowl perfect for both indoor and outdoor play.

An update to and improvement of the Revolution model

AERO MAXIM Designed as a wide swinging bowl.

Ideal for slow UK outdoor greens.

Perfect for all back-end players

NEW

AERO GROOVE Designed for the bowler who prefers less swing than the Maxim. Perfect for faster UK outdoor greens.

Unique ZIG ZAG grip gives you a perfect grip on the bowls in all conditions.

Colour only from -

£364.95

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BIAS SUFFOLK BLOUSE £19.99 EMSMORN UNISEX VALUE BOWLS JACKET £26.95

DRAKES PRIDE LADIES EVA BODYWARMER SIZES 10-24 £39.99

SUPERBOWL GENTS TROUSERS £34.50

TAYLOR BLAZE £264.95

DRAKES PRIDE PROFESSIONAL £234.99

IN WHITE & GREY

HENSELITE TIGER PRO £269.95 TAYLOR VECTOR £264.95

DRAKES PRIDE LADIES ROSE BLOUSE SIZES 10-12 £26.99

TAYLOR LAZER £229.95

AERO GROOVE from £364.95

TAYLOR ACE £264.95

ALMARK STERLING SLIMLINE £209.95

NEW

AERO QUANTUM from £364.95

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