Motiv Bowling Ball Reviews
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 ImpressionsWe’ve loved the Jackal Ghost and seen many a Primal work well, where does the Primal Ghost fit? Well let’s try to figure that out. 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: 4 x 20 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: … Continue reading Motiv Primal Ghost
First ImpressionsThe Shadow Tank is the first 78D ball I can see using like the GOAT that will remain unnamed. 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: 4 x 20 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & … Continue reading Motiv Shadow Tank
First ImpressionsThe Raptor Reign looks like it’s going to be a very usable ball considering it’s overall strength. 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: 5 x 45 Tyler Church (Righty)Style: Power PlayerRPM: 425 rpmPAP: 5 1/2 & 1/2 … Continue reading Motiv Raptor Reign
First ImpressionsThe Steel Forge impressed everyone. Will it step on the toes of the Evoke Hysteria? 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 … Continue reading Motiv Steel Forge
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 ImpressionsThe shelf appeal of the Jackal EXJ is quite nice. It took me a bit to understand how to work this ball but once I did, it made sense. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Jackal EXJ Bowling Ball Review
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 ImpressionsThe Motiv Evoke Hysteria is the real deal. Feels like something special. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Evoke Hysteria
First ImpressionsMotiv gives us a new benchmark level ball with the Lethal Venom 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: 45 x 4 x 40 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Motiv Lethal Venom Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsTypical Jackal ball, strong hit of an asym with the continuation of a sym. 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 Motiv Jackal Onyx 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 ImpressionsPretty new gold ball from Motiv, the Raptor Rush will be interesting. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Raptor Rush Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Subzero Forge rolls like it looks. What is that? Let’s get into it. 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 Motiv Subzero Forge Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsI thought the Pride Dynasty was my favorite in the lineup but I think the Liberty may prove to be the goldilocks. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Pride Liberty 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 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 ImpressionsWith the constant barrage of urethane and urethane like balls in modern times including now the PBA controversy, I feel like the Tank Rampage Pearl legitimately offers something different. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Tank Rampage Pearl Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsWow the Evoke is colorful. Still think it rolls nice with all that neon bubble gum stuff going on! 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: 45 x 4.75 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 … Continue reading Motiv Evoke Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsIt’s been a minute since Motiv has had a strong benchmark type ball and the Raptor Fury looks to fill it nicely. 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 … Continue reading Motiv Raptor Fury Bowling Ball Review
