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2handedrook12

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Broad Question
« on: April 14, 2014, 06:36:39 PM »
I was reading another poster's question and it gave me something else to think about. I already decided to pick up a Zero Gravity this summer to dominate patterns with some oil; however, I still need a medium oil ball that is rolly with a clean motion upfront. I realize I am not a fan of the flip motion. As nice as it looks, it isn't what I need. The right surface is what really matters to me. What do you all recommend?
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #1 on: April 15, 2014, 07:48:40 AM »
Something symmetrical with a little surface.  There are tons to choose from depending on what brand you prefer.

Brunswick Mean Streak Beatdown or DV8 Marauder Madness are good ones.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #2 on: April 15, 2014, 08:13:23 AM »
I'll offer you a few choices to look into with your driller.

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Hybrid: Hy-Road

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #3 on: April 15, 2014, 10:08:05 AM »
Oops, I saw broad and thought you were talking about ratchet women, good day.
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #4 on: April 15, 2014, 12:24:02 PM »
Oops, I saw broad and thought you were talking about ratchet women, good day.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #5 on: April 15, 2014, 06:20:57 PM »
I already own a Hy-Road. I love it, but I want a different reaction.
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #6 on: April 15, 2014, 09:45:29 PM »
I already own a Hy-Road. I love it, but I want a different reaction.

Lights Out, with a lower pin.
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #7 on: April 16, 2014, 07:43:45 AM »
Look into Marvel Pearl. It's smooth for a pearl. Plus you could always sand a little for earlier rolls. Lights Out will be flippy. IQ  tour solid will start to burn up on some medium conditions. IQ Fusion is great but a bit flippy for a hybrid. Marvel Pearl is earlier and smoother.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #8 on: April 16, 2014, 09:14:59 PM »
I already own a Hy-Road. I love it, but I want a different reaction.

Lights Out, with a lower pin.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #9 on: April 17, 2014, 10:24:22 AM »
I have a Lights Out pin down with 2000 surface. Smoothest ball in my bag.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #10 on: April 17, 2014, 12:44:37 PM »
this sounds interesting.  Does it handle oil better with the 2000 finish or is it just a smoother medium/light oil ball?

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #11 on: April 17, 2014, 03:20:17 PM »
I have a Lights Out. I don't really like the reaction. Very inconsistent ball imo. I think maybe it's time for me to get away from r2s. I need more strength then what those balls provide. Marvel pearl as a step down to the Zero Gravity when I get one? Hmmm... I'll consider. I actually was thinking about the Marvel Pearl and Deranged. The only way I wouldn't get a Marvel earl is if it is retired before I am able to get one. I really want the Zero first though because of it's strength in vore and cover. I haven't had a ball of that calibur since the Virtual Gravity with a drilling that didn't suit my game. (inexperienced)
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #12 on: April 17, 2014, 05:33:53 PM »
 Yes Marvel Pearl is a step down from Zero Gravity, but I have to ask.  Why would you want a Zero Gravity if you dont like skid/flip reaction?  This ball is Very angular for a solid.  Its also not a particularly strong solid.  I am not saying its a bad ball at all, but Storm designed this ball to be more usable on house conditions(aka weaker).  It gets through the fronts well for a solid and has a very angular move to the pocket while being able to handle a moderate amount of oil. Its not really a heavy oil ball. If you want something that will handle alot of oil without being too angular, you might want to look elswhere(like a Marvel-S or Hyper Cell.)  This is my general opinion without knowing how you bowl or what type of conditions your going to be on,  so take from this what you may.

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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #13 on: April 17, 2014, 07:28:51 PM »
I have a Lights Out. I don't really like the reaction. Very inconsistent ball imo. I think maybe it's time for me to get away from r2s. I need more strength then what those balls provide. Marvel pearl as a step down to the Zero Gravity when I get one? Hmmm... I'll consider. I actually was thinking about the Marvel Pearl and Deranged. The only way I wouldn't get a Marvel earl is if it is retired before I am able to get one. I really want the Zero first though because of it's strength in vore and cover. I haven't had a ball of that calibur since the Virtual Gravity with a drilling that didn't suit my game. (inexperienced)

If your rev rate is 520+, R2S covers should be plenty strong.
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Re: Broad Question
« Reply #14 on: April 18, 2014, 10:35:29 AM »
How about a Roto Rumble?  For its price point that ball looks fantastic and takes surface changes really well from what i've seen.