BALL SPECS
DRILL PATTERN
Anaconda #1 Picture
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30° x 4.250" x 40°
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Anaconda #2 Picture
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40° x 4.625" x 65°
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BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate:
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325 RPM
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Ball Speed:
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16 MPH
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SURFACE PREP
Factory Finish (Brunswick Rough Buff)
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LANE CONDITION
Various (House, Kegel, Team USA)
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BALL REACTION
Anaconda #1
Length
(1-10)
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Back End
(1-10)
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Overall Hook
(1-10)
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Midlane Read
(1-10)
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Breakpoint Shape
(1-10)
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7
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6
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6
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6
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6
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Anaconda #2
Length
(1-10)
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Back End
(1-10)
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Overall Hook
(1-10)
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Midlane Read
(1-10)
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Breakpoint Shape
(1-10)
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6
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5
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6
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7
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5
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COMMENTS
LIKES
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#1- I purchased the Anaconda because it has the same cover/core combination of the Absolute Inferno. We layed it out with the same layout I had on the Absolute and I can say without a shadow of a doubt, that this ball is even better than the Absolute. At first look, it had the same look and reaction as the Absolute, except it was a little stronger in the back and hit harder. This ball easily became my benchmark ball. No matter the pattern type, volume, or length, I am able to get a read and a look to the pocket with this ball, from going up the back of the ball playing outside 5 on short, or playing 22 and not giving away the 2 pin on long, this ball will keep me in the pocket.
#2- On the medium volume, the ball had no issue recovering playing 16 to 5 and hit like it weighed 20lbs. On the heavier pattern, moving 4 left and using 4 as a breakpoint down lane, I saw a similar reaction and hit/carry. Bowling on shorter patterns, which is what I had this ball drilled for, it gave me a great read on the transition from oil to backend and is my new bench mark ball for short patterns.
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DISLIKES
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#1- On longer patterns, while this ball doesn't give up the pocket, carry does suffer. However, with this comes the ability to get a good read on the lane and know what ball to change to.
#2- Bowling on short, when the pattern does start to break down, if you don't make the necessary move, the ball picks up early and will tend to go high. However, either moving out and being firmer, or moving in and beginning to open it up in the front part of the lane (depending on what the pattern calls for), kept the ball in the pocket and didn't suffer any carry problems.
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OVERALL
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Having Anaconda #1 for about 6 months and Anaconda #2 for a week and seeing what it can do has solidified the fact that (with no disrespect to the Wicked Siege, Loaded Revolver, or the Alpha-Max, which are really good balls) the Anaconda is the best ball in Brunswick's current line. Everyone should have at least one Anaconda. If you liked the Absolute Inferno, this ball will not only replace the spot once occupied by that ball, but surpass it.
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Dave Kipperman
Brunswick Pro Shop Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation
Edited on 2/23/2011 at 8:36 PM
BALL SPECS
Pin Length:3 inches
Starting Top Weight:2.5
Ball Weight:14 lbs.
DRILL PATTERN
Pin to PAP:4 inches
CG to PAP:4 inches
X Hole (if there is one):p 2
BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate:375
Ball Speed:18
PAP/Track:5 7/8 up 7/8
SURFACE PREP
Grit:500
Type: (Matte, Polish, Sanded):rough buff with a small amount of snake oil.
LANE CONDITION
Length:39 feet
Volume:medium
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):Ths
BALL REACTION
Length:Long and smooth
Back End:Angular
Overall Hook:When it hits the dry a continious turn to the pocket
Midlane Read:It glides until it finds the dry
Breakpoint Shape:Angular
COMMENTS
I like the way this ball reads the lane.It is very smooth and packs a punch when it hits the pins.A bench mark ball and very affordable.A great ball when some carry down occurs.
bought it because I loved the Absolute Inferno
comparison
Absolute Inferno:
-threw consecutive strikes for 2000 straight games
-used the serial number to win the lottery
-serial number helped remind me of my 50th wedding anniversary
-the color scheme put me in the right state of mind to write that novel that helped me win a Pulitzer and the Nobel Peace Prize.
-it's shagadelic
Anaconda
-green, i like green
-engraved eyes scared me straight, thought I was going to turn to stone
-did I mention its green?
-easy to find on the ball return because its usually the only green brunswick ball there
-its round not oval
conclusion:
its a toss up, more empirical research required, or maybe I'll just toss them up and whichever lands on the ground wins. Hope the green ball wins
Edited on 5/27/2011 at 2:17 AM