On the finish of 2023, Rob Bolte was the primary bowler to report a USBC-sanctioned 300-game on Funk’s string pinsetters at Lokay Lanes in Monroeville, Pennsylvania. Equally, Lokay Lanes made historical past as the primary string pin bowling facility with Funk’s string machines to have a sanctioned 300-game in the USA.
On the forefront of this thrilling information is Funk Bowling’s best-in-class, and internationally famend string pinsetter machines which had been not too long ago put in at Lokay Lanes.
Lokay Lanes, featured within the 1996 Invoice Murray, Woody Harrelson comedy “Kingpin,” is a beloved establishment within the Monroeville group. It has lengthy been recognized for its dedication to offering top-notch bowling experiences. Now, they’re embracing a brand new period of bowling by partnering with Funk Bowling. This partnership not solely signifies Lokay Lanes’ dedication to providing patrons the most effective in bowling but in addition cements their place in historical past as pioneers within the sport.
“We need to congratulate Rob on this historic achievement,” stated Justin Lokay, 2nd era co-owner of Lokay Lanes. “We partnered with Funk Bowling to turn into one of many first USBC-sanctioned string pin bowling amenities within the U.S., and are ecstatic to have one in every of our bowlers attain this milestone.”
Funk Bowling’s string pinsetter machines are on the coronary heart of this announcement. These revolutionary machines simplify pinsetter administration and upkeep whereas adhering to the very best business requirements. They’re low-maintenance, environment friendly, and cost-effective, making them a super selection for proprietors seeking to improve the client expertise whereas managing operational prices.
“We need to congratulate Rob on his 300-game,” stated Alex Funk, third-generation President of Funk Bowling North America. “We’ve been perfecting the string machine lengthy earlier than string was as widespread as it’s immediately and we’re excited to be a part of this historic second in bowling.”
Following the announcement that the USBC was certifying string pinsetters, the rise of string pin expertise adoption has accelerated within the US. On the similar time, non-traditional bowling experiences, reminiscent of duckpin bowling, are gaining recognition. These experiences provide a contemporary and thrilling tackle the game, drawing in numerous crowds, and string machines make this providing extra viable for enterprise homeowners.
The world of bowling is altering, and Funk Bowling is proud to be on the forefront of this exhilarating journey into the long run. We look ahead to supporting extra amenities as they observe within the footsteps of Lokay Lanes, ushering in a brand new period of bowling.
