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wsachs 08-25-2024 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

Why not go to AMF Leesburg? The Superstar package for $22.99 per person includes two hours of bowling, two entires and one side from a select menu, shoe rental, unlimited soda, chips and salsa, cookie cake. It's on 44 not far from Morse Blvd going towards Leesburg.

RoseyRed 08-25-2024 06:48 AM

The $195 amenity fee looks better and better!

Shelbyh 08-25-2024 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

Yes that’s insane.

rsmurano 08-25-2024 07:20 AM

The same outfit owns leesburg amf lanes too. I bowl there and I think it’s up to $8 or more a game. That’s 10 mins of bowling for me. You do the calculation for price per hour, it’s expensive.
You have to make $50hr to break even for a hour of bowling.
II can go to a concert at the Sharon for $35 for 2 hours, I can play at a championship course for 3 hours of play cheaper than $150, the cost of bowling for 3 hours.
I love bowling but not at those prices.

RDulac 08-25-2024 08:22 AM

Crazy
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

Since Bolero took over they have raised prices out of control. Even their drinks are ridiculous. The bars no longer attract any customers. I spoke with a bartender and she replied that on a Friday night she made $3 in tips.

MSGirl 08-25-2024 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

That’s $20 per hour per person. Doesn’t sound too unreasonable

Beats 08-25-2024 09:19 AM

question
 
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Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

Question is , was that just for the bowling or was there drinks and or food in that cost?

nn0wheremann 08-25-2024 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DaddyD (Post 2363713)
Was looking for something to do with friends who are in town visiting & went online to reserve a lane at the bowling alley in Spanish Springs--midweek @ 7PM they are charging $163.24 for 4 people (one lane, including shoe rental)!

I'm sure there are coupons available, & there are probably discounted rates available on different days / times, but when did bowling become so expensive?? I get it that $40/person for lots of Villagers may not break the bank, but how can a normal working class guy afford to take his family bowling anymore??

Is that a crazy price, or have I turned into that guy--an old man screaming at the clouds??

$41 each for bowing? This will not stand, man. This The Dude will not abide!

Skunky1 08-25-2024 09:34 AM

Dixie Bowl – Open Bowling – Dixie Bowl and Ken Bowl

bagboy 08-25-2024 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by CybrSage (Post 2363870)
Why do you still bowl there if you hate it so much? Do you also go get root canals for fun?

Seriously, if it is so bad you are allergic to the place, why keep spending money there?

. My family has spent decades in and around bowling. From early days of practicing, pot bowling, managing and owning bowling centers, to bowling regionally and nationally on the professional level. From very competitive league play to now basically recreational bowling. We have two Hall of Fame members who have dedicated a lifetime not to mention countless hours and dollars to improve and preserve the sport of bowling.
Bowling for us has been a big part of our lives. It's not something one walks away from easily. I can go on and on but sure, for a twice or three times a year family outing, or a company party, or a date night, it doesn't matter so much the cost. But for bowlers who have invested so much already, it matters.


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