First Impressions
Remember when we used to say, hey guess what it’s another shiny asym from Storm. Well, the Origin is another shiny asym from 900 Global.

Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)
Style: Tweener
RPM: 330 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: 50 x 5 x 45

Bryan Hoffman (Righty)
Style: Stroker
RPM: 280 rpm
PAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 up
Average Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)
Axis tilt: high
Axis rotation: medium
Test Equipment: 14 Pounds
Layout: 50 x 5 x 45

Tyler Church (Righty)
Style: Power Player
RPM: 425 rpm
PAP: 5 1/2 & 1/2 up
Average Speed: 19 mph (at release)
Axis tilt: med
Axis rotation: medium
Test Equipment: 14 Pounds
Layout: 50 x 5 x 45

“Keep in mind that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core creates the dynamic shape of the reaction. Your driller will alter the shape to suit your game.”

Pattern
THS: 42ft, 23ml
Sport: TBD

Specs
The Motiv Pride Dynasty uses the Elipse AI Asymmetric core inside the RB 93 Hybrid Reactive coverstock.

15 pound = RG of 2.48 diff of .050, mb of .020
14 pound = RG of 2.49, diff of .050, mb of .020
Coverstock finish: 2000 grit LSS

Power Player’s Perspective
I guess what I’m getting at is the Origin is a pretty typical Storm family shiny big asym. Relatively clean cover with a big asym core. The RB 93 Hybrid has some underlying traction but the Power Edge which is like a shiny compound finish allows it to get reasonable length. The Elipse AI is a strong asymetric core which has almost identical specs across 14-16 pounds. This is an overall Mid Defined ball as is most shiny asyms. The core creates a dynamic shape. The cover allows it to be used in less than heavy volumes. The ball looks pretty good for Tyler. No big complaints. This pattern is a medium-light house shot, another variation. However, the length wasn’t a big issue for Tyler with the Origin while the motor still had the big energy to make the move and go through the pins nicely. You can still see there is no hold from in on this pattern while outside of 7 is typically a point of no return.

Tweener’s Take
I started with Tyler this time so now a quick look at the ball for me. I didn’t quite have the same look as he did but it was still reasonable. I was having a couple of physical issues but you can still see the ball motion pretty well. A Mid Defined ball isn’t a great match up for me on this med/light pattern but you still see the fairly easy length from the Origin and when it turns over it goes hard. The other thing I noticed is the light hits seemed to impart a good amount of energy through the pins. For my rev rate and style, I’ll always look to use the biggest core I can effectively use for a given pattern.

Stroker’s Stance
Bryan’s look was pretty good with the Origin. While the lighter pattern did push him into the 3rd arrow, the Origin still made a good strong move and drove through the pins well. It again seems like a pretty good Mid Defined Option for his style. The core is pretty strong and a positive finding is the behavior wasn’t extremely different from bowler to bowler.

Bottom Line
I’ll try avoid sounding repetitive but as mentioned, this has a clear slot in the bag as the shiny asym, i.e., Mid Defined. It gives you that big core roll and hit. Can roll out if you’re not careful but put it on the right condition and you will be rewarded.

Thanks for watching.