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Hammer Bowling Ball Reviews

Hammer Not Urethane NU Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Hammer NU feels like a superman but every superman has his Kryptonite. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at … Continue reading Hammer Not Urethane NU Bowling Ball Review

Motiv Tank Rampage Pearl Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsWith the constant barrage of urethane and urethane like balls in modern times including now the PBA controversy, I feel like the Tank Rampage Pearl legitimately offers something different. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 … Continue reading Motiv Tank Rampage Pearl Bowling Ball Review

Storm IQ Tour 78U vs Hammer Purple Urethane

Welcome back. Hopefully you’ve had a chance to watch the recent review on the IQ Tour 78U as I discussed a bit about these balls and the whole urethane drama in the PBA. Long story short, PBA will now require all balls classified as Urethane (through speed of oil absorption) to be manufactured at 78D … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour 78U vs Hammer Purple Urethane

Hammer Purple Hammer Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsHallelujah, we finally test the Hammer Purple Pearl Urethane Hammer! Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 … Continue reading Hammer Purple Hammer Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Raw Hammer Solid and Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThese Raw Hammers offer something quite different, unique but ultra useful. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: … Continue reading Hammer Raw Hammer Solid and Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Web Tour Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsWe wondered if Brunswick would be able to replicate Hammer’s original version and it looks like we won’t be disappointed. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! James Kasee … Continue reading Hammer Web Tour Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Fugitive Solid Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Hammer Fugitive Solid feels like a lot of ball for the money. Looks like its going to be a great bang for the buck. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class … Continue reading Hammer Fugitive Solid Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Redemption Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsI’ve used this term before but it’s apropos here. The Redemption Hybrid is the goldilocks of the line in my opinion. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! James … Continue reading Hammer Redemption Hybrid Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Fugitive Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThis looks like a runaway success. Towards the skid flip area but seems very usable and versatile. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! James Kasee (Righty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: … Continue reading Hammer Fugitive Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Redemption Solid and Pearl Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Redemption Solid is an absolutely huge rolly beast. Play it more direct. The Redemption Pearl is just as rolly with a later motion but same characteristics. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for … Continue reading Hammer Redemption Solid and Pearl Bowling Ball Review

Hammer Black Widow Pink Bowling Ball Review

The Pink Beast… First Impressions I…love…this…ball. It’s gorgeous and rolls so good. I can’t miss. Our Testers: Tamer Elbaga (Lefty) Style: Tweener RPM: 375 rpm PAP: 5 & 3/8 up Average Speed: 18.5 mph (at release) Axis tilt: low Axis rotation: medium/high Test Equipment: 14 Pounds Layout: 65 x 5 x 40 Intent: Medium/long roll … Continue reading Hammer Black Widow Pink Bowling Ball Review