Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
Zone Classic features an inner core shape which is new, but familiar. Start with the classic Danger Zone shape, then stretch it laterally to create asymmetry. Keep stretching until you create a highly significant built in Preferential Spin Axis (PSA). Add the PSA locator pin and you have the new Zone Classic core, an Ultra Low RG design combining the proven image of Zone with Brunswick’s patented PSA core technology.
Next add Activator Coverstock, the same coverstock used on the original Inferno, clean through the fronts, great mid-lane recovery, hard arcing backend, unprecedented durability. Factory finished with High Gloss Polish, the purple pearlized coverstock complements the Ultra Low RG Core to deliver an aggressive but forgiving ball reaction that matches up on medium-dry to medium-oily lane conditions.
Reaction Characteristics
Out of the Box: With its high-gloss finish, the Zone Classic will match up well on medium-dry to medium-oily lane conditions.
When dulled: The Zone Classic’s hooking action will increase and its arc will become more even which creates a better match-up for oily lane conditions and helps to smooth over/under reactions seen on wet/dry lane conditions.
Coverstock
Activator Reactive
Color: Purple Pearl
Hardness: 76-78
Glow Engraving
Factory Finish
High Gloss Polish
More Information
Core Dynamics
RG Max: 2.522
RG Int: 2.505
RG Min: 2.474
RG Diff: 0.048
RG Asy: 0.017
RG Avg: 2.9
Approx. Spin
Time = 8.6 sec
Performance
Hook Potential 115
Length 110
Breakpoint Shape 85
Available Weights
12-16 Pounds
Post by: K_Korner on August 10, 2004, 09:50:11 AM
15lb Drilled 3 " pin, 4 5/8 span with pin under ring finger and cg kicked toward 5:00, the MB was not in line so it is under the thumb.
Top weight 3.2oz, small weight hole just below the midline on my axis line.
I consider myself medium rev, medium-a little moe than medium speed, 3/4 roller, playing on medium to heavy oil, 38ft 7 to 7 and 4 units on the outside.
Releasing it at 15 across 10 out to 5, hitting 5 at about 35-37ft, watching the ball go even longer to about 42-43ft and making a hard ARCING turn to the pocket. I did not move my feet all night long. The ball made it around the carry down with out a problem.
Not once did this ball jump off the outside. It always made a hard arc and hit like a truck. I did not leave a 10 pin until the 8th frame of the last game
279, 235(with 2 opens), 259 with 10 pin in the 8th & 10th.
Really good ball for wet/dry conditions! Also, our center (Port Jeff Bowl) had just gone synthetic in July, so they needed some scores. They have been struggling with the oil pattern, but only I seemed to hit it last night.
OVERALL RATING A++
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Post by: Garcia on August 17, 2004, 12:31:20 AM
Pin above bridge, Cg kicked out, Xhole on Axis.
Coverstock - Box condition
Dont know why but I alwayz hate the reaction of the Activator coverstock out-of-the-box. At first this ball either stood up at the slightest hint of dry (usually early), or just plain didnt hook at all. It also likes the hook/stop reaction, so the more I got around it, the better it looked. The hit was ok, I'd rip the rack one shot, weak flat 10 on another VERY SIMILAR shot.
But I remembered, I had felt the same about the Pearl Inferno so I kept the Classic Zone until the coverstock brokedown. I am so glad I did. The coverstock is slightly dulled from simple lane wear. This calmed the over-reaction and helped it read the slicker parts of the lane. The reaction is still hook/stop, but its much more readable, more consistant, and the carry has increased 150%! No more random flat 10's.
The conditions have to be medium/heavy oil for this ball to be at its best. It handles carrydown fairly well cause it revs so hard midlane and the coverstock isnt as shiny as before. I hope this ball lasts as long as the Infernos do, its a great piece of equipment. Next time I drill a ball with the Activator coverstock, Im heading straight for the ball spinner!
Post by: chrism3 on August 24, 2004, 12:22:32 AM
Bowled 3 games with ZoneClassic and shot 659. Has good length and arcs more then snaps, which is what i was looking for. Was playing over 3rd arrow out to first arrow, and no problem hooking back into the pocket with pently of energy left. Overall pretty happy, will repost after more games have been bowled.
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Post by: GreatestBowler on September 28, 2004, 02:17:43 AM
here's how its drill . the pin is just above my ring finger . the cg is in my hand and the bomb is down and right from my thumb gets through the midlane great and when it hits the backend the zone comes out and it hooks a strong arc .another good brunswick of course witch one isn't
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Post by: UCFKnight300 on October 29, 2004, 02:00:07 PM
This ball is awesome. I got it to replace my inferno and after talking to Rick Benoit we figured because i love the activator cover so much it should do the trick. Well it does. It is a different type of roll, but i love it. It seems to be very responsive to different axis tilt. I love the fact that it rolls out just in time to blow the rack. Haven't tweaked the cover or anything yet but I might give it a shine cause it's a pretty strong ball.
Mike Larsen
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Post by: toddler95 on November 28, 2004, 01:48:06 PM
I have had this ball for a week now, and have thrown it in 3 different houses. All 3 nights should've been a 700 series, but as always, operator error.
Right handed bowler, ave revs, tweener with a good mix of power and hand. The ball was left in box condition, is drilled 4.1/2" x 3.1/2", pap is 4.1/2" right and 1/4" up I believe. Had the ball measured and drilled by Scott Smith at Fox Valley Bowling Superstore in Batavia, IL.
I throw several different lines, so I try to find the best one, during practice, that will allow for the most mistakes.
The 2 most common lines are; 1: stand about 20, release about 12 or 13, break point around 8 or 9; 2: stand about 25, release about 18, break point around 8.
First house: THS dry on the outside, oil in the middle, wood lanes.
First set; 223, 202, 244 for a 669 series.
Second house: Also THS, except the lanes are squirelly, also oil in the middle, and dry outside. Wood lanes.
Second set; 267, 225, 203 for a 695 series.
Third house: Also not much different than a THS, except known for some carry down. Wood lanes.
Third set; 233, 194, 231 for a 658 series.
I have been doing very well for the last 2.1/2 weeks, so I am not saying that the ball jumped my average by 100 pins or something, but it has helped me improve my game.
This ball did what I was told it was drilled for, strong arc, not skid flip. It has good length, is very controllable, recovers well from mistakes; covers from the outside, and holds on the inside. I am very excited that I have this ball in my arsenal now, it is my first Brunswick ball, but will not be my last. I got the Classic to back up my Storm X-Factor which I have grown to love, but it is flippy compared to the Classic.
I give this ball an A++ grade, and I can't wait to pick up my next Brunswick ball which will be the Ultimate for heavy oil, since I am lacking in that category. I would recommend this ball to anyone, as long as it fits into your arsenal. Great ball.
Thanks Brunswick!
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Post by: BigMike_RevMaster on December 09, 2004, 02:34:57 PM
Post by: GateCityProShop on December 21, 2004, 08:26:28 AM
MB - 45 degrees
The Zone Classic is very clean in the first part of the lane. The midlane reaction is strong for a pearlized ball, and can handle most league conditions very well. This actaully rolls very similar to a Intense Inferno that we tested with this exact pattern on it. The only difference was that the Zone was a little smoother off the breakpoint. This ball will work best for players with higher rev rates or slower ball speeds.
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Post by: bOwLiNgPiMp243 on January 23, 2005, 11:35:14 AM
Lane Conditions: Medium Oil
Typical Conditions: Variety of Shots
Type of Lane: Combination
What part of the lane did you play? Third Arrow
Did the ball track out? Normal
Weight of bowling ball: 15
Surface of bowling ball: Polished
Likes: Very Readable, and Versitaile.So much backend that it makes me sick
Dislikes: Too snappy on dry, but thats why its a medium benchmark ball
I got this ball because I was looking for a benchmark ball;something to be the first ball out of my bag, and it would read how the lanes were, and to dictate to me the ball I should choose. I went the Awesome Kegel Training Center out in Lake Wales,Fl, and I was discussing my equipment, and I had my Super Charge-Heavy, Razor Wire-Benchmark/Medium,Stinger 2-Piece Low-Flare Pearl-Light, Spare Ball and a Big Hit-Dry. I was interested in my Razor Wire because it was supposed to be a Medium Oil ball, but it skidded way too much, and the instuctor Stephen Padilla agreed(he had one) so we took out some catalog books and I happen to see a Zone Classic on the bowling rack as we were looking. So he said that Zone Classic would be like an Original Inferno, with a Danger Zone core.. SO i was like nice..He asked me if I wanted it, and I said YEA! So I took it home, and drilled it all up( BYMYSELF! I WAS SOO PROUD OF MYSELF!) Its very good at Reading lanes, and has great backend. Its sure to be another keeper.
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Post by: laner7pin on January 26, 2005, 11:59:51 PM
15 1/2 pounds (plugged once)
3" pin
Top ??
Drilling 5 x 4 I believe (need to double check that one)
Surface- Track Magic Shine
Wasnt too keen on this ball at first, thumb didnt feel right. After a little bevel and tape, good to go. Ball is very clean through the front with a ton of backend. Triec the surface at 600 to get it to pick up earlier but seemed to hit fairly weak. After the shine placed on it (along with a weight hole to get rid of some side weight) ball is money.
House one:
Thursday Classic league, dont use it here unless the backends are flying. If my Depth charge is hooking too early then I will go to this ball and it will get through the burn spots easier and move hard on the back. Sparingly used here, but carry has been great with it so far. More condition specific in this case.
House two:
Friday mixed league, use it a little more here when playing outside, ball gets through the heads much better and still has the pop on the backend that is desired. If there is a hint of carrydown though, time to put it away though or else the ball goes too long before turning and its washout/bucket city.
Overall:
Great for when they are fresh and/or a lot of backend, ball makes a big turn on the back and hit is massive, one of the nardest hitting balls I have ever thrown. But when carrydown sets in or on a longer pattern, ball goes too far. With the shine taken off, ball hooks earlier but hit is slightly reduced. Like it a lot, will be using it in upcoming tournaments for when they are fresh or for when the track drys up (even on the leftside). Great ball from Brunswick, still looking to get an Impulse Zone.
Laner
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Post by: pwrmaster7 on February 14, 2005, 02:43:12 AM
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Post by: Gene J Kanak on May 11, 2005, 05:31:47 PM
15lbs
Pin approx 3", not sure of top
Rico drilling (pin in grip center, cg right of thumb, weight hole on line and lower
Box finish
Simply put, this ball is sick. I got this ball not really knowing what I wanted it to be; I just knew that I'd seen/heard too many good things to pass it up. Anyhow, this ball is another outstanding addition to my arsenal. In comparison to my Absolute, the ZC goes about 5-6 feet longer and corners a lot harder, and with a snappier motion. This is my first attempt to use the rico drilling, and I must say that I'm very impressed. I can come around the side of the ball and play as deep as sixth arrow, and then move right, change hand positions, come up the back of the ball and play straight up between second and third on the same condition. Regardless of the line or hand position, this ball rolls strong and hits remarkably hard. In fact, this may be the hardest hitting Brunswick ball in my bag right now, and those are big words considering that I have an Ultimate and Absolute that throw pins like mad as well. In conclusion, this is just another flat out dangerous Brunswick ball. There was a long stretch when I was not high on Big B whatsoever. The Inferno line brought me back and the Zone Classic only helps that further. A great ball with great hit. I'm very impressed and I think you all will be too.
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Post by: Bob Hanson on May 12, 2005, 02:35:33 PM
I left this ball in box condition and tried it on two different conditions. First was a heavily walled 10 to 10 on newer anvil lane, the second was a flatter modified sport pattern on older anvil lane. On both condition I was surprised by the very smooth roll. The ball definitely gets length with a very angular late move, but the smooth roll belies that angularity. On both conditions my carry was very good, although on the fresh flatter pattern I started having trouble getting to the hole after a bit of carrydown transition. When I squared up, the back end move put me on the nose. However, I got this ball to compliment my Absolute on more hooking conditions where I can't quite get the absolute to push. I think it will perform very well from deeper inside on more broken down patterns.
Post by: jutterbowl on June 03, 2005, 10:19:27 AM
Post by: Monster Stitch on June 15, 2005, 06:22:22 PM
15.4
3 inch pin
3 ounce top
Drilled:
Pin next to ring finger
Mass bias on the left of thumb(Weak side)
Extra hole 6.5 inches from center of grip
In the beginning this ball just went long and did nothing. Even when it was dry. After breaking in the coverstock this ball started to be a little more angular on the backend. This is a great ball when the heads break down and the backends have carry down. You can really square up then.
I tried it on a 10 to 10 shot with 5 to 10 being open and 5 and out was OB.
I practically could stay between 5 and 10 for a long time. When i bowled on a 35 ft pattern which had flying backends this ball really snapped. It had great recovery.
I agree with Bob Hanson that it does compliment the Absolute Inferno.
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Post by: jclang300 on June 15, 2005, 07:03:39 PM
If you have the mass bias on the right side of your thumb, that would make it a lot stronger. I had my originally on the left side of my thumb but after redrilling to be on the right side it was lot stronger on the backend.
Joey
Post by: Bluff on July 25, 2005, 05:39:48 PM
Drilled 5 1/2 to PAP MB 1 inch to right of tumb.
This ball is ver very smooth with this drilling and a good hard Arc at the end.
If u over crank it! it will die. It Hook Less than the Shahra ( 2 1/2 x 6 mb up 2). Great lenght with a very Nice Arc. For $60 shipped from bowlingball.com you can't go wrong with this one. Fits good between the XXXL and Blazing inferno. Where I bowl i never see oil I can't keep my Ravage on the Lanes.
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Post by: martin2005 on October 25, 2005, 09:58:47 AM
Post by: Brunswickbowler298 on November 15, 2005, 09:12:06 PM
first im goin to start out telling you that i am a bowler with high revs and high speed.secondly i am goin to say this its the best ball i have ever had. i got this ball just before the start of the season about 9 weeks ago all i can say is wow how did they make this ball so perfect i mean i started out the season with a 155 avg and i bowled extrememely well(236,224,220) that was my first 650 i had bowled in my life. but anyways my avg had gone up to 226 right off the hop so it went down of course because that was the beginning of the season and i knew i couldnt hold it but i kept bowling 180's and 190's for the season so far and it is the perfect ball because i can contol it very well. with this ball on house conditions i shoot 9 out to 5 then into the pocket and it crushes everytime even when that line dries up i can move in and throw a larger shot and still have it come in becasue of the revolutions i can get on the ball i can put as many revs on the ball as humanly possible and still not have it burn up all i can say is if your looking for a great ball from brunswick this is it altho it doesnt beat an inferno its the next best thing
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Post by: AllWalledUp on December 17, 2005, 03:33:51 PM
Post by: Freakin10pin on January 01, 2006, 09:27:09 PM
Box finish
I drilled this up for skid/snap to combat dried up heads.
The ball is very predictable and what else can you say about the Activator coverstock ... it is the best you can get.
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Post by: AAckley1 on January 18, 2006, 05:41:33 PM
Drilling: Pin Above Bridge, PSA 2 inches right of thumb (Drilling #2)
Lane Condition: 3rd Shift, Light Oil to Dry House# 1
This ball is exactly what i want for this condition nice reaction on the backend with a nice snap if it isnt a dry or very light oil shot, this ball should not come out until 3rd game
shot a 508 at a place I average 152 at
Lane Condition: 1st Shift Heavy Oil House #2
Nice $120 dollar 10 pin ball
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Post by: laner7pin on March 12, 2006, 10:05:33 AM
See stats in profile
15lbs
4+" Pin
Drilled 4 1/2 x 3 3/4 (pin 2 1/2" above center grip)
Weight hole 5 1/4" from center grip
Surface at 500 Abralon with High Gloss (close to OOB)
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First try I had was a 16lb'er. Great hit and backend, but cant throw 16 anymore and could not get a consistent reaction. Sold it. Tried a 15lb version of the Red Pin. Ball went straight most of the time, or did not hit to my liking (flat corners), sold it. Tried a 15 in a green pin and we have a winner.
Drilled with the intention of having a ball with big backend (more so than my rampage) layed it out this way do that the ball gets down lane and saves all energy for the last 15 feet. Core/cover combo with this drilling for me is perfect. Ball clears the heads beautifully, gets into a roll down lane and jumps hard on the backend, very flippy and continues through the pins (doesnt flip and stop once it makes contact with the head pin). First night out with it was able to get inside 3rd arrow (16-17 board) out to about 8 at the breakpoint (compared to a 12-7 bump with a Rampage). Ball hit the spot and turned hard, almost looked as if the ball gained speed once it turned right. Carry first night out was outstanding. Used the next weekend in a tournament and ended up playing 5th arrow trying to get it out to the gutter (followed 5 lefties all using dull equipment all over the left side). Found a good shot deep inside and ball was still able to hit from there. Used it since and have had great success when the backends are fresh I can really get backend movement and carry.
Overall this ball is the reason why the Zone line has been so successful for 10+ years. Activator coverstock is simply amazing and the Danger Zone Core (Asym version) allows so many different options for drilling. Glad to see the Zone line back and looking forward to more of the same. Thank you again Brunswick.
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Post by: lane1BOMB on March 28, 2006, 12:51:29 AM
Post by: MattCCTProShop on April 09, 2006, 01:28:31 AM
Layout: Pin above Middle finger (negetive)
Pin distance: 3-4 inches on both
Mass Bias(PSA): 2 inches right of thumb hole
Style: Med/High rev rate
Ball Speed: 16.5 mph
I drilled this as a ball change fron my Scorchin Inferno. I must say I was pleasantly surprised. I threw it and it went real long but hooked very sharply. I hit the surface with 2000 grit wet sand-paper to take off the sheen. It rolls even better now!!! I stood on 30 with my left foot, threw inbetween 3rd and 4th arrow, and used about 10 for my breakpoint, and smash!!! It carries really, really well! I threw it the last game of league on Fri night and shot 235 with a 6 bagger.
I recommend this ball for anyone with above average revs with med to high ball speed. The coverstock is surprisingly manageable too. So use your imagination when laying one out.
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Post by: Corey C on April 18, 2006, 10:58:06 PM
Pin in 5.25" from PAP below fingers
MB 60 degrees
I know why this ball has been around for so long and is still in the line up. The activator cover with the Assymetrical core is a great match for medium lanes.
I used this for the first time last night on old wood lanes. It was very clean through the front. Which is a plus when the heads are worn like these. The 60 degree layout gave me a strong arcing backend reaction that was easy to control. I have found my new favorite ball for medium dry lanes. I think I'll have to put one in the basement before I can't get them anymore!!!
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Post by: sandbagging_uncool on April 21, 2006, 02:06:23 AM
I am a tweener. The ball is drilled with the pin between the thumb and finger holes and it is close to the wring finger hole. I got this link from another review, this is the exact same pin location I have in my ball: http://www.bowlingkingdom.com/persimages/userupload/ZCGP.bmp Sorry, I'm not an expert on pin locations.
Like I said, Brunswick is correct in that it can be used for medium light oil to medium heavy. I would say the ball works best for a tweener but that's just my opinion. When the lanes break down this ball can over react just like any high performance ball and that's where a ball like the Ebonite Tornado comes in or Brunswick Grooves. Adding more side roll can be enough to over come drier lane conditions late in the series as long as there was enough oil to begin with that didn't require side roll. This ball is very versatile in that you can throw just about any line as long as it's there but again, it can over react off the outside dry boards but you'll likely find at least one game where the shot is absolutely perfect for this ball.
This ball can go straight as an arrow through the midlane, if you give it some side roll, and then just take off and destroy all 10 pins. The ball can also hook a little in the midlane if you give it some moderate side roll or a forward roll. The only problem I've had so far is that when you throw the outside line, the ball tends to leave corner pins and sometimes a pocket 7-10. If you keep it inside of the 5 board, you should be just fine, unless you move way left and throw the ball through the oil, out to the dry on the outside, then back in then it shouldn't over react off the dry.
Also the balls seems to handle carry down ok but not great. I haven't had this ball very long but when I have bowled with carry down, it still gives you the backend hit unlike an Ebonite Crossfire would. I do not throw the Crossfire but did throw a Tiger which has the same core and the Tiger had a big backend but lost engery early if the ball rolled too early. The Zone Classic is like a step up from those other balls that go long and a huge backend because it has more continuation. Don't get me wrong, you are still going to lose energy, just not as much.
I have to add one more thing to this review. Here is the best example I can pick out to help you determine whether this is the ball for you. I bowled on fairly heavy oiled lanes last Thursday. If I moved way right I could get the ball to come in but didn't have much room for error. I shot 593. It didn't seem like the kind of condition this ball is good for. The Vapor Zone or Strike Zone would probably have been a better ball. But after the league was over, I bowled on these conditions, I shot 1262 for 5 games and the last 3 games I shot 804!!! So if there is a fairly good emount of oil out there, maybe you could throw your Ultimate Inferno or your Strike Zone the first 2 games, then pull out your Zone Classic. However, most of the time in my fall league, since we're the second shift, the Classic Zone is a better ball to start out with.
The bottom line is, if you're a bowler throwing a ball with a weak backend and you would like to see more hit, this is a great ball to absolutely smash the pocket. But you do need the ball to hit a dry spot on the lane some where.
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Post by: ossimo on May 17, 2006, 03:46:03 PM
Excited about it and bowl Sunday practice = 250, 220,248,256. Also, I can use it for ten pin just alter my hand position. Yesterday practice, I rolled 212, and 300 on a fresh shot with strong backend lane. WOW, THIS IS MY FAVORITE BALL NOW. GOOD FOR BOWLER WITH SLOW SPEED/HIGH REV. THANK YOU BRUNSWICK!!!
I LIKE TO GET ME ANOTHER ONE BUT GREEN PIN.
Post by: Monster Stitch on May 28, 2006, 03:44:08 AM
15.03lbs
3 inch pin
3 oz top
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Layout:
5-5/8 x 5-5/8
Pin over middle finger
MB right next to thumb on right
Review:
Lane Surface: AMF Synthetics
Condition: 26ft backends clean
On this lane condition if i got it in it hooked hard on the backend. I had to play up the 4 board and ride the oil all the way down until it hit the stripped backends. The ball is phenominal. It hits like a truck. The only weakness of this ball with this laid out would be heavy fronts or any type carry down.
The ZC rolls early still. It gets through the heads easily and has a nice arc on the back. I am very impress with this ball. It reacts exactly like how i wanted to. Perfect for medium to dry lanes. Even though it has a low rg core and the Inferno Activator cover stock, it still pushes well down the lane with this particular layout. The ball is versatile and can be tweaked and laid out for any specific conditon.
Good Job Brunswick. Keep up the good work.
Post by: inferno2112 on August 13, 2006, 04:23:44 PM
ok now that i got that out of the way.i have a 15lb zone classic RED PIN that i recently bought on sale from my proshop. my reason for buying this ball that no one seems to like is because i wanted a reactive ball that doesnt hook barely at all...BINGO ive found it. if you need a ball for dry lanes try to find a zone classic RED PIN its a great ball and very cheap i might add. when the heads are burnt up and you're forced to baby the ball deep inside is when this ball comes alive simply because you dont have to baby this ball inside.i bowled a tournament recently and after 4 games of qualifying and 6 of match play i whipped this ball out of my bag and avged 219.6 for the last 4 games of the tourny. i know 219 isnt an awesome avg like you always see on alot of reviews but at the time the avg for the rest of the field was around 185.point made.what makes this ball so great is that it gives you the ability to score when no one else can,thats always a good thing lol. when the lanes are absolutely fried i can play the outside part of the lane easily-about 15 to 5.the ball doesnt take off in the back end it has a very smooth transition off of the back ends. i throw this ball for all of my spares on the right side because i only have to take a little off of the ball and it doesnt move much at all. now on a fresh house shot i wouldnt recommend it. one thing about this ball is that it is very sensative to oil when its fresh. in a way it really doesnt make sense that this ball jumps on fresh oil but when theres practically no oil this ball goes long with smooth backend! so unless you want to get aggrivated and frustrated you should keep it in the bag until you really need it. this ball is kinda confusing in a way on fresh oil,which is why i only throw it for spares. the bottom line is that on dry broken down lanes this ball is AWESOME! as far as hitting power goes i would give it 9 out of 10,it doesnt swish the rack very well but hits strong in the pocket.
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Post by: wible on August 16, 2006, 09:38:03 AM
Had it drilled according to their layout sheet, closest to the layout that says Medium condition, aggressive mid-lane with delayed hook for use on a wide variety of lane conditions. I am somewhat of a stroker style, but I throw a little harder and have less revs. This balls has absolutely no hit, no power, and no carry at all. It hits like a wet noodle. Leaves lot of garbage. I have not been able to put this to any good use, not even for spares.
If this is an example of a "great Brunswick ball", I'm going back to my Storm equipment. My Storm balls explode pins off the deck next to this thing. What a piece of junk. Completely useless.
Post by: Matt Fortney on March 07, 2007, 10:52:08 PM
5 x 3 1/2 (mb) pin under fingers
Finish #1:
1000 grit abralon
As you might expect, early rolling layout, early rolling cover will make for an early rolling ball every time. Maintained predictability, but very very much an arc to the pocket. Fairly versatile but personally left quite a few ten pins with this cover. Just couldn't seem generate enough entry angle to kick it out.
Finish #2:
600 grit wetsand + Brunswick high gloss polish:
Great rolling ball. Not as skid-snappy as you'd expect from a reactive pearl like this, but I think the drilling has a lot to do with that. Overall I'd say it's about average as far as overall hook goes, and very versatile. I can play hard and straight up ten if I want to, or I can move left and slow down and swing it out. Most impressive part is the carry. Seems to carry as long as I hit the pocket. I'll definitely be leaving the polish on this one. Great medium ball.
**All reviews based on 37 foot house shot oil pattern.**
Post by: shiftuneTNV on January 03, 2008, 10:10:54 PM
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Hammer90
Nothing Hits Like a Hammer
Post by: NappyCuts on January 04, 2008, 11:26:01 PM
Post by: luckylefty90 on June 25, 2008, 03:02:34 PM
I've had 6 balls with the rico drill and this one is my favorite. I have beans sauce on mine and it goes decently long but it arcs soo smooth and strong. perfect for short patterns and THS. Classic Zone + Rico drill = #1!
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