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tuckinfenpin

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current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« on: July 29, 2014, 09:27:17 PM »
What modern ball is similiar to the original ebonite gamebreaker?

I am thinking roto grip rumble. Both solid covers, rg 2.4/2.5, core shape close.

Any professional input would be helpful.

 

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2014, 09:36:29 PM »
Ck the differential on boh balls, probably a big difference

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #2 on: July 29, 2014, 09:57:09 PM »
Not even close, while I have a general disdain for Ebonite and their substandard balls, the Gamebreaker is a Top 5 ball, ever. I think the most similar ball would be the IQ Tour Solid, but that ball doesn't have near as much motion as a Gamebreaker.
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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #3 on: July 29, 2014, 10:35:24 PM »
If you look strictly at core numbers, the Motiv Covert Revolt and Gamebreaker are close (2.47 vs 2.45 at 15 lbs, 2.46 vs 2.45 at 16 lbs).  In terms of strength, the Revolt is probably a bit stronger overall yet still relatively smooth.  Both balls were/are predictable and offer a lot of versatility.
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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #4 on: July 29, 2014, 10:56:37 PM »
Not even close, while I have a general disdain for Ebonite and their substandard balls, the Gamebreaker is a Top 5 ball, ever. I think the most similar ball would be the IQ Tour Solid, but that ball doesn't have near as much motion as a Gamebreaker.

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2014, 06:52:32 AM »
Find a AMF Darkness on eBay. 2.48 and 0.054. I have one, and it's amazing.

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #6 on: July 30, 2014, 08:48:34 AM »
I have had a Gamebreaker and currently have a Motiv Covert Revolt.  For me, the balls are very similar.

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #7 on: July 30, 2014, 08:51:24 AM »
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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #8 on: July 30, 2014, 03:28:47 PM »
Second on the AMF Darkness.  It gives me the closest reaction I have had to the Gamebreaker.  Length is similar and total hook is about the same as when the Gamebreaker was released the only difference is the Gamebreaker was a tad sharper on the back end not a ton but it is a slight difference.

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2014, 04:50:07 PM »
rumor has it, the gamebreaker will be re-released or re-issued this fall

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #10 on: July 30, 2014, 06:51:40 PM »
Actually I got a very similar look from my IQ Solid as the game breaker.  Very smooth off the break point.  IQ is stronger shell out of the box, but put 4000 on it and let it polish to the lane. 

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #11 on: July 30, 2014, 08:21:01 PM »
rumor has it, the gamebreaker will be re-released or re-issued this fall
it would have to have a different core. The original core was grandfathered in and allowed 1 re-release. Which was a few years ago. After production halted, I was told that was it for that core. In all reality though, can Ebonite not make a new ball worth keeping on the market for 6 months?

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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #12 on: July 30, 2014, 08:35:34 PM »
RG numbers are little different but shape wise and amount of hook, I would tell you to look at the new Brunswick Melee Cross. Had gamebreakers galore when they were out and in today's line for that same look I look at the Cross and Hyroad Solid (didn't look at the numbers on that)
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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #13 on: July 31, 2014, 08:05:50 AM »
I'd go hyroad solid and pretend!   I can manipulate that hook shape very confidently.  Oh yeah I love my victory road solid too...
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Re: current ball similiar to gamebreaker
« Reply #14 on: July 31, 2014, 10:22:17 AM »
I would have to second the Melee Cross and toss in the Radical Yeti Unleashed. The numbers on the Unleashed are close, no doubt the cover is stronger. The Radical drill sheet is spot on for reaction shape too. So you could put your favorite drilling on or pick one from the sheet and know it's going to perform as advertised.
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