OK, are you ready? Let’s start with the introduction of the Marvel Pearl! For those who have had the pleasure of throwing the smooth but strong Marvel solid and Prodigy, you already are familiar with the smooth motion of this core. The pearlized version comes 1500-grit polished and will provide extra length while still allowing … Continue reading Storm Announces Summer Lineup
Let’s get right to it. Check out the latest Theory in the Crown Line, the Critical Theory! This is the first pearlized Insight coverstock. They initially introduced the solid with the Triliptic core with the Theory. Then they added the Infinite Theory, introducing the hybrid coverstock. So it was inevitable with the Mutant Cell … Continue reading Roto Grip Announces Summer Lineup
Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our tester for the Storm Tropical Heat Solid. The testing was performed on a medium house tapered shot. Kyle launches the ball 18.27 mph and the ball enters the pocket at 16.45 mph. He’s targeting just inside the 3rd arrow out to 6 or 7 at the breakpoint of about … Continue reading Storm Tropical Heat Solid Digitrax Analysis
Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our tester for the Hammer Grape Vibe. The testing was performed on a fresh medium house tapered shot. Kyle launches the ball close to 18.35 mph and the ball enters the pocket at 16.73 mph. He’s targeting 12-13 out to 6 or 7 at the breakpoint of about 40 ft. … Continue reading Hammer Grape Vibe Digitrax Analysis
Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our tester for the Track 300T. The testing was performed on a fresh medium house tapered shot. Kyle launches the ball close to 18mph and the ball enters the pocket at 16.72 mph. He’s targeting 12 out to 6 or 7 at the breakpoint of about 40 ft. Despite the … Continue reading Track 300T Digitrax Analysis
“Furious…I mean Tropical Heat Solid” You might mistake this for a Storm Furious and rightfully so. Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our tester. … Continue reading Storm Tropical Heat Solid Ball Review
“Good Grape Vibes” A medium to light condition go-to ball with a proven core from Hammer. Drilling Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our … Continue reading Hammer Grape Vibe Ball Review
“T for Traction” Track’s entry level “traction” ball providing an even roll. Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. Kyle Hartzell of BowlerX is our tester. Let me briefly … Continue reading Track 300T Bowling Ball Review
“2Fast, Not so Furious” This is a very smooth control ball, just don’t expect it to hook the house. Layout (Picture coming soon) Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. … Continue reading Storm 2Fast Bowling Ball Review
“A Mean Nomad” A pretty strong Nomad, meant to fit between the Solid and Pearl. Layout (Picture coming soon) Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. Please work with your … Continue reading Roto Grip Nomad Dagger Ball Review
“Tropical Heat, Everyday” This is one ball you can use everyday on many conditions. Layout (Picture coming soon) Remember that coverstock accounts for 70% of ball reaction, but the core will create the dynamic shape. Your drilling will alter the shape to suit your game and conditions you bowl on. Please work with your local … Continue reading Storm Tropical Heat Hybrid Ball Review
Well, yes and no… Before this sounds like I am waffling, let me explain. There are many types of house shots out there, but they usually have some predominant characteristics to help the average bowler score better. First of those characteristics is a crowned oil pattern, meaning higher volume of oil towards the center of … Continue reading What’s up with THS? Is it too easy?
I am proud to announce recent results for two of my regular ball reviewers. Ryan Hauck and Bradley Crouse finished 1-2, respectively, in the boys scratch division in District 9 of the Pepsi Championships, run by the Pennsylvania State USBC Youth Association. In addition to winning scholarship money, the qualify for the Championship finals. The … Continue reading Ryan and Bradley finish 1-2, qualify for PA Pepsi Tournament Finals
Ryan Hauck is our tester for the Ebonite Vital Sign. The testing was performed on a medium-medium/heavy house shot. Ryan launches at 17.25 mph and the ball enters the pocket at 15.5 mph. He’s targeting around 16 at the arrows out to 8 at the breakpoint to 44 feet. The ball is generating 5.67 degrees … Continue reading Ebonite Vital Sign Digitrax Analysis
Ryan Hauck was the Hammer Swagga tester. The test was performed on a medium house shot. Ryan is launching the ball between 16.5 and 17 mph. The ball enters to pocket just over 15 mph. He targets just inside 15 at the arrows and 6-7 at the breakpoint. The ball generates about 6 degrees of … Continue reading Hammer Swagga Digitrax Analysis
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