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LaneCraft Insights

Project spotlights, software updates, design insights, and industry perspectives.

From the Team

Guides, Projects, and Ideas

Written by the team that builds the software and installs the lanes. Practical guides for homeowners and architects, behind-the-scenes project stories, and the thinking behind how we design bowling games.

Ninepin Bowling in Australia: Format Guide
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Ninepin Bowling in Australia: Format Guide

Ninepin bowling has deep European roots and a small but dedicated following in Australia. Here is the history of the format, how it differs from tenpin, and why it is a compelling choice for private installations.

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What You Need to Know Before Building a Home Bowling Lane
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What You Need to Know Before Building a Home Bowling Lane

The complete guide to building a private bowling lane. Space, structure, noise, energy, formats, software, the build process, and what to expect after installation.

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Why Bowling Software Matters More Than the Lane
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Why Bowling Software Matters More Than the Lane

A bowling lane without good software is just a floor with pins at the end. Here is why the software is the most important part of any bowling installation.

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What We Write About

Topics We Cover

Home Bowling

Space requirements, cost expectations, what the build process looks like, and what it is actually like to own a private bowling lane. Practical information for homeowners and the architects and builders working with them.

Software and Game Design

How we think about game design, why bowling needs better software, and the ideas behind specific game modes. Written from the perspective of the people who build the platform.

Ninepin and Kegeln

The history and culture of Ninepin bowling in Australia and Europe. A format with deep roots that most Australians have never tried.