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Is This The MVP You’re Looking For… First Impressions A simple inexpensive ball that flat out hooks downlane. I expect it to be another successful formula for Roto Grip. 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: … Continue reading Roto Grip MVP Bowling Ball Review
Do The Hustle… First Impressions You can stay straight and have forgiveness. The Hustle HSB was my favorite, blending the elements of both the other balls. 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: … Continue reading Roto Grip Hustle HSB (Hybrid) , Au (Gold Pearl), and INK Bowling Ball Review
The Orange House Shot Killer… First Impressions The solid orange ball just looks like it absolutely demolishes this house shot. Our Testers: James Kasee (Righty) Style: Power Player RPM: 425 rpm PAP 4 1/2 & 1/4 down Average Speed: 19 mph (at release) Axis tilt: 19 degrees Axis rotation: 60 degrees Test Equipment: 15 Pounds … Continue reading Hammer Orange Vibe Bowling Ball Review
The Tactix Turns the Corner… First Impressions Wow this thing turns the corner. Corners and then drives hard. 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 … Continue reading Track Tactix Hybrid Bowling Ball Review
The Choice Part 3… First Impressions This is another huge ball. Super strong. Colors remind me of another huge ball from the lightning brand. Regardless, this is what you expect from a huge asym. Our Testers: Tamer Elbaga (Lefty) Style: Tweener RPM: 375 rpm PAP: 5 & 3/8 up Average Speed: 18.5 mph (at release) … Continue reading Ebonite Choice Solid Bowling Ball Review
The Statement Part 3… First Impressions A little less angular than the Pearl. A little less ball than the Solid. The Statement Hybrid offers a different look than the other 2 and it’s worth a look. Our Testers: Tamer Elbaga (Lefty) Style: Tweener RPM: 375 rpm PAP: 5 & 3/8 up Average Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Hammer Statement Hybrid Bowling Ball Review
The Halo Has The Vision… First Impressions OK, we have a massively strong asym in the Halo Vision. A little stronger off the spot than the original Halo, just as strong if not stronger. Our Testers: Tamer Elbaga (Lefty) Style: Tweener RPM: 375 rpm PAP: 5 & 3/8 up Average Speed: 18.5 mph (at release) … Continue reading Roto Grip Halo Vision Bowling Ball Review
The Idol Goes Pro… First Impressions This is the solid Idol we’ve been waiting for. Cleaner then the original Idol while shaping closer to the Idol Pearl. 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 … Continue reading Roto Grip Idol Pro Bowling Ball Review
Pull the Rip Cord… First Impressions The Ripcord does really seem to be what they set out for this piece. Decent length but truly a ball that is pretty quick off the friction. Our Testers: Cody Shoemaker (Righty) Style: Power player RPM: 435 rpm PAP: 4 5/8; 5/8 up Average Speed: 18.5 mph (at release) … Continue reading Motiv Ripcord Bowling Ball Review
The Big Time Motion… First Impressions The Pro-Motion hooks and hooks a lot. It hooks in the mids and makes a huge turn down lane. 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 … Continue reading Storm Pro Motion Bowling Ball Review
This Thing Astro Projects Strikes… First Impressions The AstroPhysiX looks great, rolls great. Very impressed instantly. Storm is going to sell a ton of these. 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 … Continue reading Storm AstroPhysiX Bowling Ball Review
The Sauce Returns… First Impressions The Sauce rolls heavy, needs oil. Can I use this on house? Answer coming shortly. 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 … Continue reading Hammer The Sauce Bowling Ball Review
This One is Covert… First Impressions It came off the friction hard and I thought huh… Still not reactive and not quite urethane. This just might be fun. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Covert Tank Bowling Ball Review
A Black Beauty… First Impressions Beautiful black ball. It’s like this is how they should all come. Easy length with very strong backend. 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: … Continue reading Columbia 300 Chaos Black Bowling Ball Review
I Hope This is the Futura for Ebonite… First Impressions The Futura is a strong ball that sees friction and turns over into a strong heavy roll. Trust, I love it. 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 … Continue reading Ebonite Futura Bowling Ball Review
We’re Off To See The Wizard… First Impressions What a pretty piece. Rolls just like you remember. Long, arc, and go. 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 … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour Emerald Bowling Ball Review
Create Some Vapor… First Impressions If you’re the nostalgic type, Brunswick offers a pretty new Vapor Zone to add to your arsenal. 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 … Continue reading Brunswick Vapor Zone 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
In today’s episode, I’d like to share with you my favorite pearl symmetric balls for this bowling season. This is an interesting and varied group of balls with pretty different ball reactions. Again, this is my personal favorites, my opinion. Honorable Mentions The Motiv Rogue Blade is one for me that just sits outside the … Continue reading Tamer’s Favorite Pearl Symmetric Bowling Balls 2018-2019
As we see our fair share of bowling balls, I wanted to give you my personal view on the top hybrid asymmetric balls on the market. We have pearl asyms on a pedestal but there are also several great hybrid asyms. These balls also tend to be pretty versatile and companies will frequently release them … Continue reading Tamer’s Favorite Hybrid Asymmetric Bowling Balls 2018-2019
