Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
- Coverstock: Propel Pearl
- Color: Black / Red Pearl All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Hardness: 75-76
- Factory Finish: 4,000 Micro pad
- Weight Block: MACE Two-component Asymmetrical Core
- RG max: 2.530
- RG int: 2.500
- RG min: 2.474
- RG diff: 0.056
- RG asym: 0.030
- Average RG: 2.8 of 10
- Hook Potential: 170 (Scale 10-175)
- Length: 110 (Scale 25-235)
- Typical Breakpoint Shape: 90 Angular (Scale Smooth Arc 10-Angular 100)
- Flare Potential: 0.056 High (Scale Low 0.00-High 0.060)
- Description: Propel Pearl Coverstock: Propel Pearl is an evolutionary coverstock developed by Brunswick to improve the mid-lane and backend traction of the ball on today''''s slicker oils and lane surfaces. The Propel Pearl coverstock was discovered through testing of new formulation additives and process changes in coverstock manufacturing.
MACE Core: Mechanical Asymmetric Core Engineering. The MACE core has three major benefits: ultra-low RG core system to engage the Propel Pearl coverstock, high RG differential to aid in traction through heavy oil and high RG asymmetric differential to quicken the response time to friction. Designed as a two-component elliptical core system, the MACE core is dynamically the strongest asymmetric core ever produced for a Brunswick ball.
Ball Motion: The Evil Siege unites the Propel Pearl coverstock and the proven MACE core to produce a ball motion that is strong in the mid-land and aggressive on the backend. The Evil Siege is the ball when your game needs help battling medium to oily conditions and poor pin action.
Reaction Setup: The Evil Siege can be drilled using the standard drilling techniques developed for asymmetric bowling balls.
Lightweight Engineering: The unique core shape of each Brunswick ball is used for weights from 14 to 16 pounds. This approach to lightweight ball engineering provides bowlers with consistent ball reaction characteristics across the weight range. The same drilling instructions can be used for 12- and 13-pound balls. This is because Brunswick uses a generic core shape with an RG difference that is close enough to the 14-16 pound shape.
Post by: UpstateProShopChris on January 08, 2010, 06:01:20 PM
Date: 01/08/10
Bowler Information:
Initial ball Speed: 16.5 - 17 mph
Tilt: 12 Degrees
Axis Rotation: 35 Degrees
Rev Rate: 300-350 RPMs
Coverstock - Propel Pearl
RG min - 2.474â€
Differential - .056â€
Drill Specs:
Pin to PAP - 4.5â€
Degree From VAL: 45"
Vertical Pin Orientation: UP
Drill Angle - 55"
Surface:
Straight 4000 Siaair Micropad
The Evil Siege is the longer and stronger complement to the successful original Siege. The Evil has plenty of hook and angularity at the breakpoint, consistent with all of the newer performance releases from the Big B. This ball has a slight read of the midlane on our 40 foot house shot and then it drives through the pins with a sharp arc with excellent continuation. It is around 3 and 1 less than my original Siege. This ball is not your typical skid-snap ball, it has plenty of angularity, but it is so predictable it can even be used as a benchmark ball for those bowlers needing some extra hook in their arsenal. The Evil Siege is also an excellent complement to the new C System 3.5 when you need a slightly smoother ball reaction on fresher lane conditions. Big B has created a real winner across the board. It's time to get EVIL!
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Post by: baer300 on January 13, 2010, 07:28:15 PM
I am drilling another one 65x5x25 so it peels off the spot. I will post a review on that one after I throw it a little.
Drill this ball when you need and aggressive ball without that massive hook. Don't get me wrong this ball hooks plenty but will be very useable on any kind of pattern. I's time to get EVIL....Evil Siege is the ball!!!
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Post by: Corey C on January 15, 2010, 12:50:33 AM
60x5.5x45
Pin above fingers
No Hole
My first impression on the house shot with the OOB finish was good. My Evil clean through the heads and has a smooth hook to the pocket. Not an angular reaction like I was expecting. I drilled the Siege with the same pin but a 70 degree MB and I get a strong snap on the backend, so I thought since it was a pearl I'd go a little stronger with the mb. This ball definitely smooths out the over under of a wet dry house shot and it lets me keep the angles straighter.
For my PBA experience league I gave it a very light polish to use on Cheetah. I had a great reaction right out of the gate. It calmed down the back end and gave me pull and push room. So far this ball has been the best for me on this pattern.
I tried it on Shark with the OOB finish, but I couldn't get it to kick out the corners. The 3.5 and the 2.5 faired better on the Shark with similar layouts.
For me this ball with this layout is great for the shorter patterns and wet dry from side to side.
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Post by: theshoe on January 17, 2010, 10:34:46 AM
Dual Angle Layout: 55 x 5¼ x 40
Pin Location: Above
Hole Location: P2
Axis Point: 5¾
Prior to throwing the Evil Seige, I assumed the ball would be closer to its counterpart (The Seige.) Much to my surprise, the Evil Seige was incredibly clean in the front part of the lane due to its Propel Pearl coverstock. Despite being clean in the fronts, the Evil Seige still maintained a strong mid-lane reaction with a strong, continuous back-end finish. For me, the Evil Seige is a great benchmark ball in my bag and is good for multiple conditions. The Evil Seige is versatile and can be used when I want to go straighter through the fronts, but is still continuous and maintains its carry when I move left of fourth arrow and create more angle. I have used the Evil Seige on multiple conditions, including Pure Evil (38 feet, 1:1 ratio), house shots, and the U.S. Open Pattern. On each condition, the ball remained true to form and performed consistent from pair-to-pair. If you want a new ball and want to be “good,†go with the Evil Seige!
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Post by: Brunschick on January 19, 2010, 05:52:00 PM
When the lanes get tough and I need something to go to that I can trust will not over or under react - this is it. I have my drilled pin under my bridge with 2000 abralon surface and it's a good match up for me.
Very predictable for those that do not want to see much down lane reaction.
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Post by: frike300 on January 20, 2010, 11:03:22 AM
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Post by: K Lawson on January 23, 2010, 11:01:33 AM
I was looking for a ball to complement my Siege drilled 45x5x70 so I drilled the Evil Seige 45x5 1/2x70 to get more length and a similar ball motion to my original Siege. The Evil Siege performed awesome it gave me the extra length I was looking for, but still having a good response to the friction. This ball is not a typical pearl ball, although this ball has a great deal of angle on the back end it is still very predictable. I have had this ball out on our fresh house shot as well as a left over shot from the night before. On the fresh this ball was great allowing me to start closer to the track area while giving me more recovery from farther right creating a strong angle to the pocket and explosive pin carry. On the left over shot I was about 15 boards left of were I was on the fresh. The Evil Siege had tremendous recovery and drove through the pins as strong as it did on the fresher shot.
Post by: RSalas on January 25, 2010, 11:06:31 PM
Layout:
Pin 5†from PAP above fingers
45-degree locator line angle
(Dual-angle: 45 by 5†by 30)
No XH
Initial Surface Preparation:
Box finish
Purpose:
To serve as a “go-to†ball from the Siege, and to provide me with a pin-above asymmetric for use on more medium conditions.
Why this ball?
With its Propel Pearl cover, the Evil Siege is intended to be cleaner through the front part of the lane than the Siege.
Observations:
The first time I threw the Evil Siege was during a practice session on a fresh house pattern at a center with five-year-old Pro Anvilanes. I started the session by throwing the C-(System) 2.5 to establish a baseline. Fresher patterns really aren't the strong suit for the 2.5, and while I was able to get to the pocket, I had to be careful with my speed if I wanted to get corners out. I then switched to the Evil Siege, and from the same line, I had a much more even look at the lane from front to back, which resulted in much better pin carry. The Evil was still clean in front, but picked up the midlane quicker, and went into a strong roll in back. My carry improved further when I bumped one-and-one right and went with a firmer release.
I've used the Evil Siege twice more at the same center in a second-shift league. The first time was after a strip-and-oil over a tougher tournament pattern, so there wasn't quite as much hold or free hook as we usually get in this league. Because of that, we all had to keep the ball in a narrower range to the break, and be careful with our speed if we wanted to carry. With its midlane read, the Evil Siege made this condition somewhat easier to play, as it helped to open up the track without over-bouncing off of the dry boards. The second time was on a pair where there was a significant amount of friction. I was afraid that I might not be able to get my feet to the left and still get an good angle on the corners, but this turned out not to be a problem. The Evil remained clean through the front part of the lane as the condition broke down, and didn't bog down in back when I had to give up the pocket.
I also used the Evil Siege at a center with HPL in front and older wood in back, on a fresh house pattern. The Evil did a good job of staying on line through the front part of the lane, and was surprisingly sharp off of the break. On this condition, I found that I could get my feet further left and send it to the dry, or square up and play a more direct line through the oil, and have enough angle to the pocket to carry the corners either way.
Conclusions:
For the last few years, I've been seeking a reaction similar to what I used to get from the old asymmetrical Zones. The Wild Ride gives me that sort of reaction, but has been better for me on conditions where there is a defined dry area, either down lane or outside. For me, the Evil Siege has been like a stronger Wild Ride, for it has that old Zone look while being capable of handling more volume, and it has a similar presence through the pin deck that the Siege has. Also, as with the Siege, I'm not seeing an inside limitation with the Evil, for I can chase oil inside as the condition breaks down without losing recovery or hit.
For me, the Evil Siege fits nicely between my pin-above Wild Card and pin-above Wild Thing. The Evil is a bit longer and more angular than the Wild Card, but doesn't push quite as far as the Wild Thing does. Also, the Evil Siege will give me the extra length I need on conditions when the Siege starts to burn too quickly and not make the turn.
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Post by: baer300 on January 27, 2010, 06:10:51 PM
Overall this will be a great tourney piece as well as THS ball.
Time to be Evil...Evil Siege
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Post by: Ernie McCracken pt 2 on January 30, 2010, 08:06:46 PM
In the OOB condition, the ball simply died. I mean it just gave up. The shop roughed it up to 2000 Abralon and I tried it again. Washout, bucket, flat 10's. The shop took it back and dropped the coverstock to 1000 Abralon and we got the same thing. The ball simply quit when it got 40' down lane. It wasn't even reading the midsection of the lane. Nothing.
My driller decided that we should add a flare increasing hole to the ball. The reaction, and I use that term loosely, was still very poor. Finally the pro shop took it back yet again and made the hole even bigger, but this still wasn't the answer.
After banging our heads against the wall for a little while, the ball went back on the Haus, brought the coverstock back up to 4000 Abralon and added some polish hoping that this would get the ball to save it's energy for the backend. Even after all of these adjustments, I still had a dud in my hands.
After witnessing all of this drama firsthand, my pro shop operator did not make me pay for the ball and said he would be in touch with his Brunswick rep on Monday. From the sounds of it, he will have to plug it and put it on the shelf as a used ball.
I really wish this review was different because I've never had a bad ball from Brunswick until now. Unfortunately, I cannot give it the positive feedback that others have given it.
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Post by: lakeside300 on February 05, 2010, 02:18:15 PM
I have medium/high ball speed.
I drilled the EVIL SIEGE with the pin from pap 2 1/4", cg 5" from pap and the mass bias 1 1/2" to the right of the center line with out of the box surface.
I drilled the EVIL SIEGE with this layout to provide a strong continuous arc from the breakpoint. I was not looking for the most hook I could get from this ball but something I could use on a typical house shot on the left hand side of the lane.
This layout for the EVIL SIEGE provided me with a ball that cleared the heads easily, read the mid-lane great, and gave me a strong continuous arc on the backends. This EVIL SIEGE hits the pocket extremely hard!!!
January 20th using the EVIL SIEGE for the first time, I shot 269 - 300 - 264: 833 in league and on February 3rd, in league also, I shot my second 800 with the EVIL siege an 805 (268 - 279- 258).
I would recommend the EVIL SIEGE to anyone looking for a new bowling ball.
Post by: Drillmn300 on February 09, 2010, 12:35:24 AM
I drilled this up with the intention of filling in when the C 3.5 started hooking way too earlier or when the lanes dried up too much but this ball is a keeper and will come out of the bag much sooner than I anticipated.
Another great ball from Brunswick, keep up the good work guys and my whole bag will be filled with your equipment.
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Post by: BrunsWolf on February 11, 2010, 12:15:51 AM
15lbs
2†pin
2.2oz top
Layout:
50* by 5†by 50*
x-hole 1†above axis
OOB surface
Bowler Stats:
PAP: 4 7/8†right
Speed: 17-19mph
Rev Rate: 375-400
Lanes:
2.5 year old Pro-Anvil
Kegel Kustodian
A22 oil
Ever since I first threw the Siege, I was anxious to get my hands on a pearl version. The Evil Siege didn’t disappoint.
I thought I’d start out by saying that my nickname for this ball is “THS’s worst nightmareâ€. I realize that you can strike with anything on THS but our 39’, 8:1 ratio, 19mL THS gave this ball the world. My best look came from throwing around 19mph and making sure that I got a handful at the bottom as I played with a laydown of 15 out to 8 at the breakpoint. The ball ignored the first half of the lane and cornered hard off of the dry boards and was insanely strong at the pins. My original Siege has undergone some surface changes and at 4000 plus polish, I was able to play 10 to 9 with the same amount of speed and hand. When I slowed down to about 18mph with a comfortable amount of hand (around 375), I was able to move further in to a laydown of 22 while still keeping my breakpoint at 8. If it got wide a little early, the strong coverstock provided plenty of grab to steer the ball back to the pocket with plenty of energy left to hit with authority. If I tugged it a little, the pearl cover helped the ball sit that little extra bit and hold. It’s important that I note that when that ball held, it didn’t just sit there in the oil and hit with a mild backend. No, this ball still cornered hard through the hold which is one thing that pearl covers have had trouble doing on our THS the past couple of months.
On a 42’ modified NCAA sport pattern with extra volume this ball did surprisingly well despite having a pearl cover for such a flooded pattern. The Evil Siege gave me the best look playing with a laydown of 12 out to 10 at the breakpoint as I threw it at approximately 18mph with around 375rpm. With the same speed and release, the same orginal Siege mentioned above worked well playing straight up 11. The Evil Siege showed enough midlane read to allow me to miss a board to the right and still make it back to the pocket with ease. The ball’s pearl coverstock also gave me about a board inside that I could miss and still get to the pocket and strike. Characteristically, this pattern doesn’t favor inside lines very well. However, after about 4 games, I was able to move into a laydown of 29 and swing it out to 11 at a slower speed of 17mph. The ball picked up hard and reacted strong enough on the backend to hit hard despite having to make it though all of the fresh volume in the middle part of the lane. When sent a little wide into the track of the others on the lane, it picked up that extra little bit early to make it to the pocket.
On Cheetah, I got to play my favorite line with this ball up the outside with authority. I’ll be the first to admit that I didn’t throw the ball well tonight but as long as the ball got out to 1 or 2 or kept it on 3 (3 was my laydown) the ball made a strong move off the dry and stayed strong through the pin deck. My speed was at least 19mph and my rev rate was around 375. On shots that were pushed out to the ledge, the ball quickly read the friction and flipped hard to get back to the pocket and slap the pins around. Due to the aggressiveness of the ball and the layout, if it hit the 4 board it was high but the 3 boards were more than enough room to get the job done on this pattern. As I was fishing around the last game to get ready for matchplay, the Evil Siege had a quick enough response time to play a bank shot consisting of a laydown of 10 out to 2 or 3 with a slower speed of approximately 17mph. The ball still faced up great and had plenty of carry to get out those pesky 10 pins. This is the most room I’ve had with any ball playing a bank shot like that on the Cheetah and I’ll admit it was kinda fun throwing that line.
To be completely honest with you, I think that the Evil Siege is already my new favorite ball in my bag, the versatility that it has shown from being able to play from the Cheetah to dominating THS to a flooded 42’ sport pattern is what makes it an A+++ ball in my bag. Any versatile ball deserves a rightful place in anyone’s bag and this one is no exception. From THS to brutal sport conditions, this ball shines. The only problem I have is if I only want one more….
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Post by: mainzer on February 22, 2010, 12:53:30 PM
T&O Lanes: Guardian through the front and old wood the next 40 feet. Tried my ES their for the first time last night. Started the night playing 15 or 16 out to about 10 and had a good look for the first game, Later in the night I bumped way in playing 18 or so and swinging it to 10-12 had a much better look with that line than the first probably due to keeping the ball in oil longer.
STATE DOUBLES: At Oshkosh Lanes seemed like alot of Volume but their was also old wood lanes which were creating havoc with reaction and carry, Doubles set first. I started playing the ES about halfway through the Doubles set getting deep, around 19 at the arrows out to around 15 not giving the pocket, ball got back nice carry was a challenge for me along with everyone else however. Was impressed with it how it handles the volume we were on, it flushed up with the pocket very easily and gave a little more area than some of the other bowlers had.
STATE SINGLES: Ended moving out more played 12 out to 8 alot of extra speed Still no carry and I was clobbering the pocket better than I was in Doubles matter of fact I had 5 ten pins the last game 4 wraps and flat then doubled and left a 8 pin in the fill of the 10th
Again I had a good look at the pocket ES got their easily and crushed pins but nothing wanted to go down, ground my way to the end. HIT/CARRY: Keeps pins down low, everything just goes straight back when the ball hits flush, didn't see many messengers but to be honest none were really needed. Carry was ok not really great though but granted we were in house were carry can be at a Premium. toward the end of the first game my carry shut off which is why I bumped left to find more oil for more angle, and during the last game it was nine count then strike the whole game.
COMPARE: To my AZO Pure Tactics with the same layout, Pure is stronger off the spot, longer down lane before it makes the turn, ES is about 2 feet sooner I would say ALOT more control off the spot probably cover 3-4 fewer boards than Pure total. The great advantage to the ES is the control and predictability. Great advantage to the Pure is POWER in the pins.
OVERALL: The vote is not in yet, I had a good look but the carry didn't impress me very much, I love the volume of oil it handles and how controlled the move off the spot. Will be taking this to state this weekend to see how it does their, we will have two houses that are kinda heavy with the oil this year. After State I have a Sour taste in my mouth, my Desperado carried much better than the ES did but the ES offered a more comfortable line.
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Post by: devildog819 on February 24, 2010, 02:57:01 AM
Bowler Specs
Right Handed
Tweener
15 MPH
4000 Polished Surface
Description - The Evil Siege introduces Propel Pearl Coverstock. Along with the MACE core from the orignal Siege, The Evil Siege will give you a go-to option when the lanes start to break down and your Siege hooks to early.
Drilling - I drilled this ball using the dual angle layout technique 60 x 5 x 45 with a small weight hole on the axis.
Reaction - This ball was very easy to control. Since I polished the cover, it was simply a breeze. Recovery was never an issue as this ball came off the spot quickly and consistently every time. The hits kept the pins low with very little deflection.
Overall - The Evil Siege will be a very controllable and consistently reacting ball time after time. Another winner from Brunswick.
Thanks goes out to Billy O, new product rep Brian Bever and all the good folks at Brunswick.
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Post by: leftyl on March 12, 2010, 12:14:23 PM
4" pin with 3 1/2 oz. top weight
I drilled my Evil Siege with the pin approx. 1 1/4" above my ring finger and the MB 2" left of my thumb. Shallow X-hole 5 1/2" from center of grip on line through CG. OOB finish.
The Evil Siege fits right between my C-system 2.5 and Python. It gives me easy length through the heads, a late mid-lane read and a smooth arc through the pin deck. I've found my best reaction with this ball and layout on medium oil/medium length patterns with clean backends. The Evil Siege gives me great control and carry on this type of pattern. Once carry down begins to occur I will typically be able to go to my Python and maintain my angles to the break point. My C-system 2.5 drilled with very similar layout will read the lane about 2-3' sooner and has a quicker response to friction.
Smooth is the best way to describe the Evil Siege. If you are looking for a ball to get through the heads and not dive at the backend then check out the Evil Siege. This ball looks great on the rack too with its pearlized black and dark red coloring.
As typical with all Brunswick equipment the combination of carry and control with this ball is outstanding.
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Post by: Dennis Rhodes on March 20, 2010, 06:28:10 PM
Right Handed
Speed: 17-18 mph on Qubica
Revs: 350-375
Rotation: 60 Degrees
PAP: 5 and 3/8 straight over
Lane Surfaces:
Thrown in at least 6 different houses with different surfaces.
Ball Layout:
Ball #1:
52 x 6 x 35 (pin over the bridge, mass bias next to thumb due to measurements based on pap)
Surface=OOB with polish
Weight hole: none needed
Ball #2:
60 x 5 ½ x 70 (pin under the bridge, mass bias roughly 1 ½ inches right of thumb due to measurements based on pap)
Surface=OOB
Weight hole: place on VAL, 2 ¾ below pap
Intended Purpose:
Ball #1: On medium, to medium-heavy conditions, I wanted a ball that was clean through the heads but that I could control the breakpoint with. Having thrown the Siege, I thought that this ball would be great for this. I assumed that with the pearl cover, and the hard rolling core of the Siege, that this ball would give more pop off of the spot, but that the core would help it control the breakpoint really well.
Ball #2: After throwing ball #1 for a couple of weeks (and not being able to pry it out of my hands in tournaments or leagues), I wanted a similar reaction, but I wanted it to be a little earlier and smoother. Basically, I wanted to have a 1-2 punch with the same characteristics. If ball #1 was going a little too long, I could throw ball #2 or vice versa.
Comments:
Carry –
Ball #1: The ball stores a lot of energy for the backend and sends the pins side to side very well. The ball is continuous through the pins and has excellent carry. There is little deflection as the ball enters the pins which is definitely a plus on most conditions and angles.
Ball #2: The ball is about 3-5 feet earlier than ball #1. It does not store as much energy due to this fact, and it does not do as good of a job sending pins from side to side. There is little deflection, but the hit is a little flatter than ball #1. With that being said, it is still a great carrying piece on fresh conditions for me.
Likes –
Ball #1: This ball is phenomenal for me. It is the ball that I use as a benchmark, or you can say it is the first ball out of my bag. This ball is clean through the heads and it controls the breakpoint very well (which is what I had hoped when I drilled it up). The ball is playable from multiple angles and it carries well from any angle that I have used it. It is one of those balls that is an everything ball for me. Carry is way above average, and it can handle varying amounts of oil.
Ball #2: This ball excels on fresher conditions or on conditions where even more control is needed. It is great on tournament conditions due to how well it manages the breakpoint (this is side to side and front to back for me). It has an aggressive roll to it, and carry is very good from outside angles.
Dislikes –
Ball #1: I don’t really have any problems with this ball. It does almost everything I ask of it. I notice track wear a little quicker than what I am used to with most Brunswick equipment. This means a little more maintenance.
Ball #2: When I have to move in, this balls carry suffers a little. Due to how hard it rolls, it is not as continuous as ball #1. This does not allow me to use it very long for most blocks. I notice track wear a little quicker than what I am used to with most Brunswick equipment. This means a little more maintenance.
Overall: To me, this is the best ball out there right now. It gives you almost everything that you can want from any one ball. Drilling differences can really affect what you get with this ball. That is noticeable even with the small pin to pap differences that I have between these two balls, but the angle difference definitely has something to do with this as well. I truly feel that anyone that gives this ball a try will be happy with it, but make sure that your pro shop operator knows your game and what you are wanting from the ball.
Thanks for reading my review.
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Post by: matty418 on March 28, 2010, 01:59:25 AM
Have the pin 1/2 inch above ring finger and a weight hole half way between the finger inserts and thumb slug.
I got this ball at a Pro-Am. I always had great luck with Brunswick. I was glad to try this ball out. I threw it on a typical house pattern. This ball wasn't as aggressive as I would expect it would be. This ball hit hard into the pocket with much pin action! I was really impressed with this ball! I am actually glad it was not too aggressive. The ball actually has some length until it cuts back into the pocket. The ball is very powerful and adds another winner for Brunswick in my book. I am looking forward to using this ball in league play and in tournaments. Another great ball Brunswick!
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Post by: THE BIG B on March 31, 2010, 10:02:18 PM
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Post by: arsenalbowling on July 07, 2010, 02:54:05 PM
Bowler Information
Jimmie Gibson
Hand – Right
Style – Tweener
PAP - 5 5/8 right and 3/8 down
Layout
Pin above ring finger with mass bias places about 2†to the right of the thumb.
Expectations / Reaction
In the past Brunswick equipment has rolled early and hit like a wet waffle for me so when a friend insisted I try some of their new equipment I was skeptical at best. I put my benchmark layout on their high performance pearl and was prepared for the worst. From the first ball off my hand I couldn’t believe this was a Brunswick ball. It cleared the heads pretty well and then had a continuous arc down lane. I was able to move inside with this ball and open up while still retaining enough hitting power to snap out the ten pin. The ball shined when bowling on shorter patterns and opening up getting the ball right and arching off the gutter. A giant step in the right direction for Brunswick, I can’t wait to try one of their C-system releases.
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Post by: cddbowls300 on February 08, 2011, 12:39:47 PM
LANE CONDITION
Length: Best use was on medium to short patterns
Volume: Best use was for medium to low volume
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Used this on THS and some sport patterns.
Pin Placement: Pin is located with pin below the bridge and the CG is kicked slightly out.
COMMENTS
Likes: There are many things to like about the reaction this ball will give you. It is clean through the fronts and smooth through the breakpoint (The smoothness could be caused by my pin placement.) I really liked this ball straight out of box, but once I started to put some games on it, I noticed a lower sensitivity to friction (Which can be a good thing.)The ball started to get a lot smoother, which actually made my adjustments easier. From out of box until now, this ball has always read the mid lane very well and is a strong, continuous arcing motion through the pins. I think this is a must have ball from the Brunswick line. Not many Brunswick balls have reacted the way this one does.
Dislikes: Even though my adjustments became easier, my overall carry was decreased. The decrease in carry didn't really lower my scores that much, considering my consistency in the pocket was a lot higher because of the smoother reaction.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Post by: Njpov3 on December 05, 2011, 10:00:36 AM
LANE CONDITION
Length: 38' (approx.)
Volume: Medium-Heavy
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
COMMENTS
Likes: Smooth through the front/mid, nice hard turn in the backend
Dislikes: Tends to get a little touchy on the dry lanes, doesn't take well to very heavy oil
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
NONE
I am a full-roller, and this ball does well with me. It rolls long, has a nice smooth (but hard) break in the backend. Was my primary for a while, but has now taken a back seat to the Taboo. Still a great utility ball, especially since the Taboo doesn't work well on drier lanes.