Reset Meaning in Bowling

A reset is the process of using the machinery to clear the lane and set new pins. This usually happens if the pins fall over by accident or if the machine malfunctions during play. Players also use a reset button when the deadwood is not cleared properly after a throw. It ensures that every frame starts with a fair and standard layout of all ten pins. For example the bowler pressed the reset button because a pin fell over before he even threw. A reset is a mechanical refresh that prepares the lane for the next turn. The bowler pressed the reset button because a pin fell over before he even threw.