First ImpressionsThe new Storm Ion Max Pearl looks like how a pearl asym should look going down the lane. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm Ion Max Pearl
First ImpressionsThe new Motiv Supra Sport makes really good sense in that lighter oil benchmark or medium breakdown zone. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Motiv Supra Sport
First ImpressionsThe Storm Concept really felt like a standout. One of the most impactful first impressions in a bit. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm Concept
First ImpressionsThe Storm Bionic looks like it could be a very versatile piece that a lot of people are going to like right in the middle of the bag. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: … Continue reading Storm Bionic
First ImpressionsThe long and short of it is the Motiv Evoke Mayhem will not feel light years from the OK but will give you a bit more traction. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 … Continue reading Motiv Evoke Mayhem
First ImpressionsThe new 900 Global Vengeance is a bit of a unique and fascinating piece. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest … Continue reading 900 Global Vengeance
First ImpressionsThe new Roto Grip Transformer reminds me a lot of the 900 Global Reality and that’s a really good thing! if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Roto Grip Transformer
First ImpressionsI can see why so many are and will be very satisfied with the motion of the new Hammer Zero Mercy Solid Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 60 x 4.75 x 40 “Keep in mind that … Continue reading Hammer Zero Mercy Solid
First ImpressionsHammer looks to take advantage of the Black Widow and Tour names to bring something to market, but does it hit the mark? Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 4.5 x 35 “Keep in mind … Continue reading Hammer Black Widow Tour V1
First ImpressionsHammer is trying to something a little different with the NU 2.0 and while I they clearly did, I think this ball is still left in the pretty condition specific category. Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: … Continue reading Hammer NU 2.0
First ImpressionsNostalgia for the One can be easily fulfilled with the One Ovation. Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 45 x 4.75 x 65 “Keep in mind that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core … Continue reading Ebonite The One Ovation
First ImpressionsThe Brunswick Infinity Quest is sort of a tweener. Not quite Strong Defined, Not quite Mid Defined. Will it find a place? Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 4.75 x 35 “Keep in mind that … Continue reading Brunswick Infinity Quest
First ImpressionsThe Black Widow Mania is not shy showing off some big angle. Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 4.75 x 35 “Keep in mind that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core … Continue reading Hammer Black Widow Mania
First ImpressionsThe Ethos Solid feels almost like a revival of the Melee Cross. Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 4.5 x 35 “Keep in mind that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core … Continue reading Brunswick Ethos Solid
First ImpressionsAs far as benchmark balls go, this looks to have hit the bullseye. Jason Boyer (Lefty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 470 rpmPAP: 4 5/8 & 0Average Speed: 19.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: mediumAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 4.75 x 35 “Keep in mind that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the … Continue reading DV8 Trouble Maker Solid
First ImpressionsMotiv appears to have acquitted the Crimson Jackal with a slightly bigger ball. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: … Continue reading Motiv Apex Jackal
Alright, I just wanted to give a quick update on my health and other random thoughts. For those that have been following me since 2010 when I started this journey may or may not have noticed that while the primary focus has been on ball reviews, my physical game has changed quite a bit over … Continue reading Health blog – Hip Replacement Part 2
First ImpressionsOn paper, we were all excited to see a “factor” ball back from Storm. The question is what happened on the lanes. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 5.25 x 40 Tyler Church (Righty)Style: Power … Continue reading Storm Next Factor
First ImpressionsI think Storm has finally given us a true partner for the Phaze II. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest … Continue reading Storm Phaze II Pearl
First ImpressionsThe Nebula is long and sharp as Motiv says but there’s more to it than meets the eye and that’s where it gets more interesting. Tyler Church (Righty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 425 rpmPAP: 5 1/2 & 1/2 upAverage Speed: 19 mph (at release)Axis tilt: medAxis rotation: mediumTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 5 x 45 Tamer Elbaga … Continue reading Motiv Nebula
