Author Topic: Longer/Stronger? (Read 4329 times)

bigearv14 · « **on:** February 04, 2009, 07:52:43 PM »

I am looking at getting a pearl ball made in San Antonio (I hear they really know how to make 'em

).

Anyway, I am looking at the N'Code, Break Pearl, and the Solaris. Simply put, I need length and recovery, recovery coming first. Which of these 3 would give me about 40+ feet and make a VERY strong move...and I'm a cranker, so I can do it with revs...but I'm looking for a ball that will allow me to keep my speed at 20+ mph.

...or am I totally off base and should try a different ball?

Thanks for the help!!
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When having trouble, just throw it harder!!!

Edited on 2/5/2009 4:54 AM

directdrill · « **Reply #1 on:** February 05, 2009, 05:08:50 AM »

I haven't thrown the Solaris, but I do have the N Code and the Break Pearl. I also don't have ball speed of 20+ mph, but for me, the N Code is harder off the spot than the Break Pearl.

My N Code is drilled pin over bridge, 5-1/4" x 4", no weight hole. I'm not sure of the exact layout on the Break Pearl, but it is pin over bridge, pin approximately 4" above midline and the MB is approximately 4-1/2" from PAP (above thumb). This Break Pearl was a long pin 2nd. Even with the difference in the layout, my Break Pearl seems to start up earlier and has a hard arc on the backend. The N Code pushes further down the lane with a more skid/snap movement.

Hope this helps.
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Hook 'em Horns!

"Stats are for losers, I like winning games." - Will Muschamp, Texas Defensive Coordinator

charlest · « **Reply #2 on:** February 05, 2009, 08:42:57 AM »

N-Code is a pearl???
Maybe a hybrid, not all pearl. Too ugly to be all pearl.

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sluggo35 · « **Reply #3 on:** February 05, 2009, 11:59:14 AM »

might wanna look at the solaris. it smooth and has a nice smooth snap in the backend.

mrbowlingnut · « **Reply #4 on:** February 05, 2009, 12:28:20 PM »

N-code is a hybrid and dang that does it recover, it is alot of ball so toos it wide and just watch it come back every time.

Break Pearl for me is smooth and does move a fair share but alot less than N-code, handles less oil as it should.

solaris dont have one probably wont be getting it unless it is one of tekneek blem deals for cheap.

txnohandsam · « **Reply #5 on:** February 05, 2009, 12:29:15 PM »

I have only thrown the N-code and the BP out of these three, and the N-code is much stronger off the spot like mentioned before. In another thread someone said something about a new ball. It is coming, not too far down the road, and this ball will fit your needs to a tee. I have seen Two staff members throw the ball along with 2 of the employees from Global throw is as well.
If you need something now I would say N-code, if you can wait 3 weeks or so I would wait for the new Global release.

Sam

jimensminger · « **Reply #6 on:** February 05, 2009, 12:29:49 PM »

20 mph @ 40' of oil = good luck
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There's FIRST, then everything else.

Dan Belcher · « **Reply #7 on:** February 05, 2009, 12:32:57 PM »

quote:
20 mph @ 40' of oil = good luck
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Jim Ensminger
www.900global.com
There's FIRST, then everything else.

He can do it. Josh has definately got some hand, and at least in the league I am in with him on Sundays, we aren't seeing a whole lot of oil most of the time. He's able to throw it hard and still bring it back most nights.

bigearv14 · « **Reply #8 on:** February 05, 2009, 02:09:34 PM »

The N'code is starting to scare me. Some people say it outflips the others I'm interested in and others say it won't flinch, about 1/2 & 1/2 I'd say.

I know where I can get an N'Code for an awesome price, but not the other two. I may just have to take the chance.
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When having trouble, just throw it harder!!!

bigearv14 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 05, 2009, 02:25:53 PM »

Or maybe, after watching some vids, I could polish a Break Solid...that thing makes a strong move that appears to be easy to read.
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When having trouble, just throw it harder!!!

JS · « **Reply #10 on:** February 05, 2009, 02:42:22 PM »

I've had both the Break Pearl and the N-Code. The N-Code is definately stronger than the Break pearl in the back. Because I don't have enough ball speed and don't see enough oil, the N-Code is just too strong for me.

One of my teammates (A_P_K) had all 3 (BP, N-C and Solaris). He sold the Solaris already (didn't like carrydown at all) after a week or so as it didn't do much for him. His N-Code is much stronger than the BP off the spot also. He just picked up a Break solid which is at 2000 and Snake Oil so we'll get to see how that reacts tonight at league. I'm sure he'll chime in when he sees this thread.

directdrill · « **Reply #11 on:** February 05, 2009, 02:47:01 PM »

Bigearv,

I don't think you can go wrong with the N Code. I don't get to use mine very much, as where I bowl league doesn't put out very much oil. It is strong, but controllable. It will make a strong move down the lane, but it is predictable. Good luck with whatever you decide to drill up.
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Hook 'em Horns!

"Stats are for losers, I like winning games." - Will Muschamp, Texas Defensive Coordinator

Gunny · « **Reply #12 on:** February 05, 2009, 05:16:15 PM »

i have all three. and i'll try and explain each reaction.

N'code
Drilling--4 1/4 pin to pap X 4 3/4 mb to pap
Pin 3 3/4 over midline
x-hole 2" down pap on val
surface-oob

versatile ball, accepts cover changes well. glides through the heads with a nice strong move on the backend. on a fresh 39ft shot on brunswick anvilane i play around 3rd arrow with breakpoint around 5. as the shot breaks down i could move more left and bounce it off the the dry and know it would recover.

Break Pearl
Drilling--almost identical to the N'code
surface-oob

with this piece the reaction shap was the same as the N'code but i am 4 boards right at feet and playing 2nd arrow. now the BP is alot quicker off the friction than the N'code. kind of giving you an over/under reaction, but in reality its just that if the BP sniffed friction it gave you a snap reaction. but if you got it to your breakpoint it was money. the ball was too touchy for me so it sits on the bench until i decide on surface.

Solaris
Drilling--3 3/4 pin to pap X 3 1/4" cg to pap
Pin 3" above midline
x-hole 2" down pap on val
surface-oob

with this piece i waited to drill until others reported. some say it didnt like carrydown, others said it went long and couldnt recover, and some said it was a strong piece. so decided to do something i've never done and thats drill it strong and see what type of reaction i get.

well.....this ball is a BEAST! on the same house shot as thrown with the N'code and BP, the Solaris plays between 4th/5th arrow with breakpoint around 10. i am able to open up the lanes and play my power game. the Solaris is effortless through the front, nice midlane and very strong move to the pocket. If anyone bowls on Brunswick Anvilanes, they know how slick it can play. last two weeks on my mens league, very few play inside and many complain about not getting the rock to the hole, and the Solaris caught alot of attention as many asked about it. the ball speaks for itself.

if you wanted a piece that went 40ft and moved left in a hurry, the Solaris is extreme off the friction. but as with any ball/layout, it all depends on who is throwing it and on what lanes/conditions. i'm gonna take a trip this weekend to the lanes and film the Solaris in action for all to see the beast.

sorry for long post.
hope this helps

Edited on 2/5/2009 6:18 PM

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