Grouping of balls classified as Mid Late for your arsenal
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
First ImpressionsThe Rock Star Amped is another pearl symmetric in the SPI lineup but unclear how it differentiates itself to make it a must have. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 … Continue reading Roto Grip Rock Star Amped
First ImpressionsThe Ember is also a nice looking ball like the Cove and offers a little bit more oomph. 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: 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 … Continue reading 900 Global Ember
First ImpressionsThe Gremlin has a catchy name but I’m not sure it’s as menacing as the name implies. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 … Continue reading Roto Grip Gremlin
First ImpressionsVery pleasant surprise, all testers were quite impressed by this one. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at … Continue reading Motiv Supra Clutch Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsStorm releases a new pearl Hyroad called the HyRoad 40, this time with the new cover we just saw on the Equinox. Really curious if Storm has possibly revived the old HyRoad pearl look on modern conditions. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis … Continue reading Storm HyRoad 40
First ImpressionsThe Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid fits exactly where it should in the arsenal and that’s all you can ask for, especially at this price point. 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 40 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: … Continue reading Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThis is going to be pretty clinical I think. The new IQ Tour AI is a straightforward mid late shape. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour AI Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsMotiv reloads the Primal Rage with the Evolution and it’s as pretty as it always was. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 … Continue reading Motiv Primal Rage Evolution Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsI’ve been hoping one of the new Road attempts are hit the mark and the Road Warrior feels like it might be a proper hit. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman … Continue reading Storm Road Warrior Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsFor Idol fans, the Optimum Idol Pearl will be another must in the lineup. 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: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: … Continue reading Roto Grip Optimum Idol Pearl Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsWhile it kind of looks like a plastic spare ball however, the Motiv Supra GT impressed as a Mid Late option. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Supra GT Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Storm Lightning Blackout feels more than it should be until it doesn’t. 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 Storm Lightning Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Hyper is a Pearl Venom that replaces the Fatal. Is it different enough? 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: 4.25 x 40 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Motiv Hyper Venom Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsStorm releases another medium shiny defined ball, is it a surprise? 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: 4.5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: … Continue reading Storm Summit Peak Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Storm Journey feels like another Mid Late ball from Storm. I hate to sound unexcited but Storm really fills this category like crazy. Check out our friends Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe at Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Storm Journey Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe TNT Infused looks like it could be something special. Check out our friends Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe at Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! 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: 50 x 5 x 45 … Continue reading Roto Grip TNT Infused Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsWhen you need a more skid flip Zen reaction, here you go. Check out our friends Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe at Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 … Continue reading 900 Global Zen Gold Label Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsMotiv proves it knows how to make skid flip balls with the release of the Supra Rally but is that a good thing? Check out our friends Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe at Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at … Continue reading Motiv Supra Rally Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsFolks, we have a winner! Every tester loved the IQ Tour Ruby! Check out our friends Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe at Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour Ruby Bowling Ball Review
