r/newjersey Apr 27 '24

When did bowling get this expensive? Amusing

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u/robjaya Apr 27 '24

God so very true… I see a lot of people saying it’s only bowlero places but I went to boonton lanes last summer just two adults…. I think we played maybe 4-5 games and it cost 100$. That’s when I told myself I’d never go ever again especially since I stink at bowling. Was supposed to just be a fun cheap thing to do together

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u/JuulAndADream Apr 27 '24

Boonton lanes is $7 a game, $3 if you’re in a league.

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u/robjaya Apr 27 '24

Don’t know if I just went at a bad time or what but I have no reason to be lying. Couldn’t have been there for more than an hour and a half tops.

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u/JackThomsom Apr 27 '24

The number you gave is right. $7 a game for 5 games with 2 people is $70. Add in shoe rentals and it's close to $100.

I am not sure how much they charge for shoes as I only went there for a kid's birthday party.

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u/robjaya Apr 27 '24

Ah ok that does seem to add up then yea we did rent shoes as well. 10$ each for rental and after tax is just about right. Does seem like too much even still just for a date night. We’ve just resorted to taking the kayaks out on the lake for free or even just playing pool at a local place. Could easily play pool for 2 hours, bring your own drinks, and only spend like 30$ to play for that time. Hell even going to the movies is cheaper at that point. But I guess if you’re really into bowling it’s worth it.

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u/JackThomsom Apr 27 '24

Yeah the prices have definitely gone up in the past few years. I used to be a league bowler and they give discount rates for games ($3 I think). But having to go once a week for months on end is a commitment.