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ZackNewman300

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Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« on: December 19, 2022, 10:10:10 AM »
The ZenU is truly unlike any other urethane ball I have thrown. The S35+ urethane cover plus the modified Zen core is a combo that you assume to be a winner before you even throw it, but then you throw it, and it's even better than expected. What shocks me about this one is the sheer number of boards you can cover and still strike effectively with this ball. Urethane is flat-out not supposed to do this. It hooks early and gives you plenty of control, but then with the forgiveness and continuation of a resin ball. It's truly remarkable. I went with a 4.5x4x2 on my ZenU and I think that's a sweet spot for this ball. The .027 differential is going to keep it from over-flaring and quitting when it gets to the pocket, but still give it enough dig to create the forgiveness it provides down the lane.
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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2022, 11:46:45 AM »
From what I have seen, it sucks on a house shot but your results may vary.
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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2022, 03:48:09 PM »
From what I have seen, it sucks on a house shot but your results may vary.
First set I threw mine on I shot 269-265-256/790 on a THS and since then, I haven't been able to duplicate.

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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #3 on: December 19, 2022, 09:40:24 PM »
There was a Storm demo in my area a few weeks ago and from all accounts the Zen U kind of disappointed. I think they tame down quite a bit after a few sets. Which is fine, especially if you're looking to use it outside of house shots.

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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2022, 07:18:17 AM »
The ball no one asked for.

When all of the promo videos from pros is them hooking the whole lane with the ball it tells you everything you need to know about the desperate need to sell people anything just to move product.

Yeah a urethane ball that does everything a reactive ball does temporarily.
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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #5 on: December 20, 2022, 08:13:33 AM »
One of the guys I bowl with loves his. Kind of in between the purple pearl urethane Hammer and the UC3. Cleaner than the purple and more pop down lane. Still more controllable than most pure resin balls. High rev guys will actually like it quite a bit on THS, but will probably shine more on short/medium sport.

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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #6 on: December 21, 2022, 08:50:17 AM »
I still struggle to understand why anyone would throw any urethane ball on a recreational pattern.  Unless you are on a short pattern or a surface with an incomprehensible amount of downlane friction, I see no use for it in 2022.

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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #7 on: December 22, 2022, 08:06:44 AM »
High rev guys are still looking for stuff that doesn't go sideways at the end of the pattern, and "urethane" balls like the UC3 and Zen U do just that.

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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #8 on: December 23, 2022, 12:58:40 AM »
This Ball is really good.. especially on House.. if drilled properly you should be able to get much more square and stay just inside the oil line... with premium pin carry. The Zen U Ball with this cover and core combination in my opinion should be drilled to Roll.. stronger pins, further pin buffers (pin unders) and the cores kicked out.. For me and my roll, and how I like to play the lanes (more front-to-back) this ball has been extremely good so far. The one I have been throwing is 4 3/8 by 4 with the 4.5" Buffer. Been playing around 11 at arrows to 8/7/6 ball just rolls up straight to the 8 Pin & hits like a ton of bricks very impressed thus far. This ball was drilled for short and medium Sport Conditions, and not for a house shot. So far been amazed honestly recommend this. Saw some negative posts and wanted to say something.
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Re: Zen U - Absolutely Ridiculous!
« Reply #9 on: January 15, 2023, 11:03:43 PM »
Zen U • 800 Series
Core • Meditate Symmetric
Coverstock • S35 Urethane+ Solid • Finish 1000-grit Abralon
Weight • 15 lbs. RG •2.56 Differential • .027
Layout •4 x 5 x 2 1/2
Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Testers Rev Rate • 325
Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street

900 Global adds another great success to its Zen line with the release of the Zen U. Add the successfully proven Meditate Core with the all-new S35 Urethane+ coverstock. And the Zen U brings a brilliant new dimension to your game! So, let's take a closer look at how and when the Zen U will deliver optimal results for you!

The Meditate core is a powerful workhorse for straighter, down-and-in players like me. I love how the Meditate core revs up smoothly in the mid-lane. And with its massive size and density, the Meditate core rolls off the pattern with a destructive force like a strong asymmetric. Further, I found the Meditate core has a strong continuation through the pins. And where other symmetrical cores tend to roll out or deflect, the Meditate Core maintains an intense power as it crushes the pocket and rolls hard through the pin deck. In my opinion, you won't find a better symmetrical core for a high-speed low-rev player than the Mediate Core!

Now let's look at the S35 Urethane+ Coverstock and what makes it different from other urethanes on the market. First, I like how the S35 Urethane+ had a much faster and more decisive response time than the usual urethane. And it gave me a "roll" phase I could depend on all night. Being a down-and-in player, the S35 Urethane+ allowed me to stay right of the second arrow, and when I thought I hit a point of no return, the S35 Urethane+ had enough bite to keep the Zen U in play! And if you're a down-and-in player who likes to play far right and out of everyone else's traffic, the S35 Urethane+ will keep you consistently there all night. And allow you to play where most THS players never like to go!

In conclusion, the 900 Global Zen U is an excellent addition to the Zen line. Combining the Meditate Core's strength with the responsive bite of the S35 Urethane+ coverstock and the Zen U will give the straighter and down and in player a new powerful weapon to add to their arsenal! And one that will keep you playing your A-game all night long! So, talk to your local pro shop operator and put the Zen U in your bag tonight! And see for yourself why the Zen U is striking worldwide!

Rick Klimowicz
Storm Products Pro Shop Staff
Roll the Ball Pro shop
Penndel, PA