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AlonzoHarris

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Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« on: January 14, 2017, 07:32:59 PM »
What would be considered across any brand to be a good Hy-Road Pearl replacement?

Let me explain why.
1. I want to try another ball as I know I could order another one.
2. I would prefer it to be a touch stronger vs weaker.
3. Doesn't have to be pearl if there is a Hybrid or Solid that is similar.

Some I think might work?
Hy-Wire
Rocket-Ship
Eternal Cell
Respect
Dare Devil
GB2 Phenom Pearl
Timeless
Paranoia
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #1 on: January 14, 2017, 07:45:50 PM »
I'd look at the HyRoad and Sky Rocket first if you wanted something similar but a touch stronger.

The Dare Devil looks great but I think a clear step above

AlonzoHarris

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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #2 on: January 14, 2017, 07:48:04 PM »
I'd look at the HyRoad and Sky Rocket first if you wanted something similar but a touch stronger.

The Dare Devil looks great but I think a clear step above

Thanks, I am looking to keep it under the Primal Fear so I should rule the Dare Devil out based on another thread discussion we've had.
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #3 on: January 15, 2017, 08:29:06 PM »
I think I approached this incorrectly. Let's re-phrase this. What is something to fill the gap that my Hy-Road pearl would leave based on my lineup in my signature?

Below the Primal Fear and above a Ride. The two dirty bombs are pearl and solid respectfully drilled pin down for tournament use but I would still prefer to not overlap them. Medium oil ball preferred.
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #4 on: January 15, 2017, 11:16:05 PM »
I think I approached this incorrectly. Let's re-phrase this. What is something to fill the gap that my Hy-Road pearl would leave based on my lineup in my signature?

Below the Primal Fear and above a Ride. The two dirty bombs are pearl and solid respectfully drilled pin down for tournament use but I would still prefer to not overlap them. Medium oil ball preferred.

I have no familiarity whatsoever with the dirty bombs, but there's a big gap for something to go between the Primal Fear and Ride. Danger Zone, Fanatic, Ridiculous Pearl, Desert Ops, Special Ops, Infrared, X, Chemical X, Sideswipe, Sideswipe Solid, Rebel, Viral Solid, Heat, the upcoming Kinetic Emerald, Wreck-Em, !Q Tour, Fight, Street Fight, Venom Shock, Octane Burn, Venom Cobra, Forza GT, Chronic Paranoia, and Paranoia would all make sense in some fashion to me. Just depends on the motion you're going for.

For what it's worth the Hy-Road and Hy-Road Pearl are balls that really match up differently for everybody in my experience. Some play true to their core numbers while others get a more benchmark-type reaction. I always have a hard time recommending a replacement for one of those if I'm not familiar with someone's game.

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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #5 on: January 15, 2017, 11:40:52 PM »
Thanks Coor! Always quality responses from you! Dirty Bomb core is 2.519/.053 I have the drilled pin down aggressive and thus they roll very smooth and predictable. Anyways, there are a few that interest me from your list. The Wreck-Em, Venom Cobra, Paranoia, Kinetic Emerald, Heat, and Rebel. I'll research them more.

What do you think about the GB2 Phenom Pearl in that spot?
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #6 on: January 16, 2017, 12:59:01 AM »
What do you think about the GB2 Phenom Pearl in that spot?

Probably too strong and/or close to the Primal Fear even if the shapes are a bit different.

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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #7 on: January 16, 2017, 07:58:19 AM »
How about a hyroad pearl?
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2017, 08:19:05 AM »
How about a hyroad pearl?

Bill,

I think he already said this:
"Let me explain why.
1. I want to try another ball as I know I could order another one.
2. I would prefer it to be a touch stronger vs weaker. "
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #9 on: January 16, 2017, 08:59:59 AM »
I would think the Hy-Wire would fit nice under a Code Black and above a Ride for house shots.

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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #10 on: January 16, 2017, 03:04:22 PM »
I would think the Hy-Wire would fit nice under a Code Black and above a Ride for house shots.

Have to factor in the Primal Fear as well though. I think they might be a touch too similar.

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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #11 on: January 16, 2017, 04:07:55 PM »
How about a hyroad pearl?

Bill,

I think he already said this:
"Let me explain why.
1. I want to try another ball as I know I could order another one.
2. I would prefer it to be a touch stronger vs weaker. "


Fixed.

How about a hyroad!
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #12 on: January 17, 2017, 03:08:00 PM »
So for that "spot filler", I've narrowed my choices down to:

Rebel
Paranoia
Venom Cobra
Wreck-Em

Any comparison thoughts among these 4?
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #13 on: January 17, 2017, 03:14:07 PM »
Wreck Em and Rebel will be different imo. The other two don't compare, personally. Rebel will be earlier and smoother. The Wreck Em is flippy, but different shape overall.
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Re: Hy-Road Pearl Replacement
« Reply #14 on: January 17, 2017, 10:04:15 PM »
Paranoia and Wreck-Em will be similar with the latter likely a touch weaker. Not a whole lot though.

Venom Cobra has an early core but is actually pretty angular down the lane. Wouldn't quite lump it in with the above two since the shape is different but still sharp.

Rebel is smooth, smooth smooth. That one probably stands out the most as a different motion compared to the other three.

If you're going for something a touch stronger than the Hy-Road as compared to a touch weaker I would probably lean towards the Paranoia. Pretty safe bet in it being a step down from the Primal Fear too since it's directly below that on Motiv's ball chart which is usually pretty accurate.