Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
- Core Type : Nexus Arrowhead (14-16#)
- Coverstock: Addaptive ƒ(P) Pearl
- Color: 3-Color, Black, Blue and Silver Pearl
- Factory Finish: 500; 1,500 Siaair Micro Pad; Rough Buff Finish
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- RG max: 2.558
- RG min: 2.502
- RG diff: 0.056
- Average RG: 3.8 of 10
- Hook Potential: 150 (Scale 10-185)
- Length: 115 (Scale 25-235)
- Typical Breakpoint Shape: 95 Angular (Scale Smooth Arc 10-Angular 100)
- Recommended Lane Condition: Oily
- Description: The Addaptive ƒ(P) Pearl coverstock is Brunswick’s newest innovation in performance enhancing additive chemistry. ƒ(P) describes our latest ƒormula that combines our new (P)rojection additive with an aggressive reactive coverstock to skid easily down the lane, saving axis rotation for the backend that results in higher entry angles into the pocket and improved ball motion through the pins. Being able to utilize performance enhancing additives in a coverstock allows Brunswick to effectively fine tune the length, mid-lane and backend characteristics of the ball motion.
The new Nexus Arrowhead core features a single density squared-off elliptical inner core that is dynamically designed to stay on line, enhancing downlane projection. This long and sleek core helps the Nexus ƒ(P) preserve revs and ball speed into the backend of the lane which results in increased pin action and higher scores.
With its Rough Buff Finish, the Nexus ƒ(P) projects easily through the front, storing axis rotation and revolutions in the mid-lane while gripping the backend for a strong continuous motion that slices through the pins with ease on medium oil lane conditions.
The Nexus ƒ(P) can be drilled using the standard drilling techniques developed for asymmetric bowling balls.
The unique core shape of each individual ball is used for weights from 14 to 16 pounds. This approach to lightweight ball engineering provides bowlers with consistent ball reaction characteristics across this weight range. At 12 and 13 pounds, Brunswick uses a generic core shape with a RG-differential that is close enough to the 14 to 16 pound shape so the same drilling instructions can be used.
Post by: frike300 on October 20, 2011, 08:44:49 AM
Post by: devildog819 on October 20, 2011, 08:07:15 PM
Roger Harley, Jr
Advanced IBPSIA Certified Technician
USBC Bronze Coach
Brunswick Advisory Staff
***The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Bowling & Billards Corporation***
Post by: BrunsLang on November 02, 2011, 01:50:45 PM
Drilled this ball 60x4x40. Pin ended up being above my middle finger with the cg kicked out a little with no hole needed. I wanted to get a good comparison, so I drilled the pearl and the solid the same. This ball is about 5-6 boards weaker than the solid for me. When the solid is a bit much for me, I can just take out the pearl and just open up the lane with it. When you need to open up your angles and give away the pocket more this ball is definitely the one you want to choose. For a high end pearl ball, it gets through the heads super clean and has a strong controllable backend. A lot of times for me when using a pearl ball is the wet/dry I get from them. I usually have to tweak the cover to manipulate the kind of reaction I want to see, but I didn't have to do a thing with the pearl. It blends the pattern out real nice for me when I have to play deeper. I don't have to worry when I miss in the oil with this ball.
Post by: Lucky2 on November 05, 2011, 12:58:50 PM
Review: This ball is one of the smoothest balls on the market right now. I have about 30 balls at this point and none smoother than this one. I am throwing it 15 to 10 and just letting it lose to work its magic. I took the ball right out of the box and shot 766 with it. This ball is excellent for bowlers of all levels. It has the ability to go longer or break earlier depending on how you throw the ball. I give Brunswick and A+.
Post by: batbowler on November 06, 2011, 10:52:46 AM
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Post by: UpstateProShopChris on November 08, 2011, 09:16:52 PM
BALL SPECS
The Nexus pearl is the strongest ball on the backend in the Brunswick lineup. This ball is the ball to go to when you need to open your angles up and throw the ball away from the pocket. I go to this ball when the Nexus solid or Lethal Revolver are too much. As the lane pattern breaks down, the ball does not quit and continues to come back. What makes this ball different is the sheer amount of recovery it has on a broken down condition. Quit is not in its vocabulary! This ball also unusually durable for a high performance piece, after 50 games of use it still hooks as much as it did day one. The Nexus Pearl is the longer, straighter, more angular counter part to the Nexus Solid. If your looking for a high performance skid-flip pearl grab a Nexus pearl and watch your scores improve!
Chris Garrett
Upstate Pro Shop
Greenville, SC 864-248-4737
Upstateproshop@charter.net
PBA Member
Brunswick Regional Staff
Vise Regional Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Post by: Jason Green on November 09, 2011, 02:51:25 PM
Brunswick Nexus f(P)
Review
Layout:
(1) Pin over the middle finger, CG bumped right, MB out 30 degrees
Brunswick Factory Finish, 1500, Rough Buff
Pin to PAP is 5", CG to PAP 3", MB to PAP 3”
Testing Pattern:
(1) THS (42ft, 20ml, Old Wood)
(2) Team USA Pattern London (44ft, Synthetics)
(3) Team USA Pattern Atlanta (38 ft, Synthetics)
(4) Kegel Boardwalk (35ft)
Bowler Stats: Avg. Speed 17.5mph, 350-375rpm, PAP 4 ½” 1/8” up
Reaction: I was really excited for the Nexus (P+F) to be released and figured this ball, the Nexus f(P) would just be another decent ball. I was wrong. This ball is special. It is like a Loaded Revolver on Steroids. You get that great free push through the heads even when the heads start to go like I see on the old wood lanes in my center, with the great midlane roll the Loaded Revolver has. The big surprise comes down lane with this ball. This ball is stronger than the Ulti-Max in the backend and definitely stronger than the Loaded in the backend. The way it cuts through the pins is unreal. One comment I got from another guy in my Pro Shop after he threw his for an hour on the THS was, “I was trying to leave a 10-pin with the ball but it kept slapping them out.” Even in my misses it seems to pick up enough to carry through like it was a good shot. This will be a foundation ball for almost any THS, and great on the short and medium Sport shots.
Overall: This ball is so clean through the fronts it is deceiving. The mid-lane pickup is great and the carry from even the deepest angles is phenomenal. This is one of those balls everyone should have.
Post by: russ wilson on November 11, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Russ Wilson
Brunswick Amateur Staff
Pro Shop Manager
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Brunswick Regional Staff
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Post by: Mike Dias on November 13, 2011, 10:09:58 PM
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Post by: RSalas on November 13, 2011, 11:01:23 PM
Ball: Brunswick Nexus f(P)
Layout:
Pin 5” from PAP above fingers
60-degree locator line angle
(Dual-angle: 60 by 5” by 30)
Initial Surface Preparation:
Box finish
Purpose:
To complement the C-(System) ulti-max and Massive Damage for medium to medium-dry conditions, particularly when there is wet-dry from side to side. The Massive is great on blends where I can play direct or use a tight swing, but it doesn’t always make the corner when I need to get further inside. The ulti-max corners well, but can give me some over-under when the lanes are in transition.
Observations:
I chose a Nexus Pearl with a 3 ¼” pin-to-CG distance, and used a layout with pin 5” from my PAP, above the fingers, and a 60-degree locator line angle.
I took the Pearl with me to league, at a center with SPL lanes that are about a year old. I started practice with a Massive Damage, and after a few shots, I switched to the Nexus Pearl, and had to make a two-and-one move to the left to get it into the pocket. The Pearl wasn’t nearly as straight through the front as I thought it would be, nor was the downlane reaction as abrupt as that of the C-(System) ulti-max. The change of direction was more continuous from the initial break all the way to and through the pin deck.
I used the Pearl for about a game and a half. While the ball showed no signs of burning up in the dry, it did start to get a bit skittish down lane when the fronts started to go away. By the last game, the track had broken down, so I took the Pearl out of the bag again. I found that I could move left and send the ball into the dry, and it would recover and carry the corners.
I’ve also thrown the Nexus Pearl on Pro Anvilanes, both in league and tournament play. On this surface, I did find that I had to make sure the ball would see friction down lane. When playing on a condition with more volume, the Pearl wouldn’t always make enough of a move in back to generate the angle that I needed for carry. However, when I did get the ball to the dry, it didn’t over-read the friction; with its continuous break, it rolled up to the pocket without a hint of a bounce.
Conclusions:
On conditions with at least some defined friction, the Nexus Pearl has certainly met my expectations so far. It is clean through the front part of the lane without over-skidding at the end of the pattern, and will have a change of direction that is strong, yet predictable. The Pearl also continues in the C-(System) tradition of superior pin deck presence and pin carry. The Pearl has been particularly adept at carrying those half-pocket hits that so often result in flat 10s.
I will say this, though: the Nexus Pearl does not like oil. For me, it is not the ball of choice when I need to ride the oil line, or play a fallback shot to the pocket. However, there is nothing better in the current line-up for when I need to stand further left and bank the ball off of the friction. I fully expect that this ball will keep me competitive in those “carry contest” tournaments where pocket hits have to result in strikes.
NOTE: The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Ray Salas
Brunswick Amateur Staff
http://www.brunswickbowling.com
Post by: bowler001 on November 17, 2011, 06:05:40 PM
I chose this layout for my Nexus f(P) in order to allow it to clear the fronts easily and have a sharp breakpoint downlane. The Nexus f(P) is about 3-4 boards weaker than my Nexus f(P+F). It is very angular, partly due to the layout, so I prefer to throw it when in deeper with my feet and am in need of quick transition on the backend.
In the video below, you will see the Nexus f(P) on a 40’ house condition with decent backend and will be able to notice it’s stronger and sharper reaction in comparison to the C-System Ulti-max. Also in the video, you will see the Nexus f(P+F) solid to be able to see the difference between the pearl version and the solid version. If you are looking for a ball that can create lots of angle downlane on a medium condition, the Nexus f(P) is for you.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Doug Morton
Post by: Andyman3333 on November 17, 2011, 06:14:16 PM
LANE CONDITION
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeI1EKnLf38
41 ft White Pattern, 40 Ft House Shot, 37 Foot PBA Viper Pattern
Layout: 50 x 4.5 x 30
PAP: 4-7/8 Over x 1/4 Up
This NEXUS pearl is long, strong and extremely angular. It is very clean through the front and mid portions of the lane and responds to friction in a very aggressive manner, almost violently turning left. Overall, the ball is probably a good 5-6 boards weaker than the solid, but a good 3-4 boards stronger than the Ulti-Max. And the ability of the ball to retain axis rotation makes it a longer, stronger and more angular than the Ulti-Max. For me, it’s a ball the fits perfectly right behind the Ulti-Max when the Ulti-Max picks up a little too early in the front part of the lane.
The ball creates some seriously powerful entry angles and compliments the NEXUS solid very well and having both in your bag would give you a great 1-2 punch. The ability of the ball to retain it’s axis rotation is huge for guys like me who stay up the back of the ball at the point of release. I create minimal axis rotation naturally, so having balls in my hand that retain what little I create is very helpful. It is easy to step down to this ball when the solid version is simply too strong and the lanes have broken down.
As for reaction on the different patterns, the ball is versatile enough to be useful on just about any pattern.
On the Viper pattern, this ball was super clean through the front part of the lane and very aggressive on the backend creating a very sharp breakpoint shape and very strong angles to the pocket. This made for very powerful pocket hits and a lot of strikes. But, ideally, I would recommend the solid on the fresh to blend the pattern a little bit more and once the pattern opened up and had some breakdown and lineage on it, switching to the pearl would allow you to maintain that powerful entry angle.
On the 40 Ft House shot, the inherent friction and tapered house pattern built into the lane allowed this ball to get a good read in the midlane as it crossed the boards and turn the corner aggressively and hit the pins with a lot of power. What I think is most impressive for myself is the recovery strength of the ball for someone like me who is up the back of the ball. In the video, you can easily see how my ball stands up at the backend of the lane going through the pins, whereas, Doug’s axis rotation gets his ball to drive left through the pins. The ability of the ball to recover from the extreme outside while playing deep inside with my feet is something I’m not sure I was even expecting. It gives me a look from a ball that I’ve never had before.
On the 41 ft White Pattern, without a lot of inherent friction in the lane, this ball was a great benchmark ball. The length of the pattern allowed the core to migrate some and give me an excellent controlled reaction on the back of the lane, while retaining those strong entry angles into the pocket. As the pattern broke down and the heads burnt up, it was easy to move in deep with this ball and still get the ball to tip at the 1-3 pocket in a very aggressive manner for powerful strikes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeI1EKnLf38
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
340-370 revs
18 mph
230 book on THS
200 book on PBA
Post by: mckbowler on November 22, 2011, 12:18:40 PM
Nexus Pearl F (P)
Releasing November 2011, the Nexus F (P), is Brunswick’s newest high performance ball. To explain the name of the ball; the first additive F is for Formula, and the second additive P is for Projection. The down lane response of the Nexus Pearl is vastly better than any pearl I have ever thrown. This ball easily makes it through the heads without wasting energy. Then, the ball motion is so continuous when the Nexus Pearl hits the friction; it is like a bomb ready to explode. All of my Nexus Pearl’s energy is preserved for when it is time to attack those pins. Before the ball hits the pins, it seems to me that the pins just jump away from this ball before it hits them. With the Nexus Pearl’s strong down lane reaction, I would move out of the way too. Now, if your Nexus SOLID is reading to early; I would recommend switching to the Nexus Pearl to create better projection and pin carry. My recent research shows me that I cannot shoot a perfect series of 900 without my Nexus Pearl, because I am going to need this ball when it time to change balls in the second or third game. I am very impressed with what I have seen so far from my Nexus Pearl.
· I use my Nexus Pearl during transition on medium volume house shots.
· I use this ball when my Nexus solid is reading the lanes to early.
Richard VanScoyk
Amateur Brunswick Staff Member
Amateur Turbo Staff Member
Post by: bowler868 on November 23, 2011, 06:58:05 PM
Post by: batbowler on November 26, 2011, 02:33:37 PM
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Post by: Brunswick_fan_BrandonH on December 03, 2011, 10:50:47 PM
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Post by: ThomasPatterson87 on December 17, 2011, 04:19:56 PM
Problem solved with a light scuff of the track, using a 2000 abrylon pad.
Post by: BrunsWolf on December 25, 2011, 12:33:39 AM
Ball Speed: 18.5 mph
Rev Rate: 400-425 rpm
Axis Tilt: 11 degrees
Axis Rotation: 30-45 degrees
Layout:
50* by 5” by 45*
Purpose:
I really wanted this ball to serve as a more angular counterpart to the Wicked Siege but to be close enough to replace it when the time comes. Although with the same layout, I knew the Nexus Pearl out of the box would be much more responsive and angular off of the spot than the Wicked. Thus, in order to bring the reaction a little closer together, I would scuff with a 4000 grit pad when needed. Also, I know I can always use a 4000 grit pad to help tame the cover ever so slightly for Nationals and other sport shots. Nevertheless, I hoped it could be my ball for when a track area developed and I could be able to move DEEP inside and still get it to come back
On the lanes:
WOW!!! THIS BALL IS FLAT OUT AMAZING! As you can tell by my specs above, with my lower tilt and lower axis rotation, a lot of my scoring problems come from when I have to move in deep yet still send the ball out to the dry. I can make any ball come back to the pocket from such a line but the Nexus Pearl is the best I’ve thrown at turning the corner hard and coming back to the pocket with plenty of authority. It’s the only ball I’ve thrown that seems to only get better the deeper I move in. I’ve thrown this ball for at least 2 dozen games now and I can honestly say that no matter how deep I played and no matter the pattern, I have yet to leave a weak 10 pin with this ball! That’s amazing coming from a guy who has serious carry issues when playing in deep. Not only does it make sure it gets all the way back to the pocket, but I’ve never seen a ball come off my hand from such a deep line and still finish so hard through the back of the pin deck. Yes, I am particularly giddy over the ball reaction my Nexus Pearl gives me! Yet another thing I really love about this ball is that it allows for the exploitation of more area on the lane. Previously, if I used a really strong ball to jump way inside and use the created track from other players, the ball might read the lane before the defined breakpoint, thus defeating the purpose of jumping in for more area. On the same note, if I were to move in and use a ball that gets down lane easily, then the ball will get to the defined breakpoint but might not be able to make it all the way back to the pocket (and might not have enough energy if it did make it back to pocket). The Nexus Pearl is perfect for such and occasion. Even as tougher patterns burn up, I can pull out the Nexus Pearl, jump in deeper, still wheel it out to the breakpoint, and not have to worry about it reading the pattern at the wrong time or not coming back. THAT IS THE NEXUS PEARL’S BREAD AND BUTTER!
When this ball makes its move, nothing can stop it (besides the curtain past the pin deck!). My house shot is only an 8:1 ratio, so you don’t have 20 boards to hit, but you still have a little miss room. I have witnesses that would testify to me playing 4th arrow out to 9, completely missing it at the bottom of the swing, sending wayyyyy wide it out to the 3 board, and it still roaring back to the pocket and slapping the 10 out! I swear that would have been a washout with any other ball on the market today.
I’ll be honest, besides house shots, I haven’t really thrown this ball much on a fresh sport pattern. On such patterns, I prefer to be much straighter throughout the lane for the first game or so. After which, I would use the Nexus Pearl to exploit the track area. So, to me, this ball won’t be the go-to ball on fresh sport patterns, but it’s an absolute must for when they start to burn up. PERFECT FOR THE BURN AT NATIONALS! Fresh House Shot? The Nexus Pearl with decimate it! The other thing I’ll say is that just because this ball has some extra push through the fronts, that doesn’t mean that this is a ball for dry lanes. It still does need some oil. Anything from medium oil and up and it’s golden!
Comparisons:
Overall, I would say that the Nexus Pearl is about 3 boards weaker than the Nexus Solid (with same layout) but that is due to the extra push through the fronts. That being said, the Pearl obviously does have much more backend than the Solid. Both in a strong response and a lot of continuation though the pins. Compared to the Wicked Siege, I would estimate the Nexus Pearl to be 1 board stronger than the Wicked, also with more downlane push and a more angular backend. Side by Side, I have the Nexus Pearl to also be 2-3 boards stronger than the Ulti-Max with even more push through the heads and even faster response to friction. The biggest difference I find is that, on the whole, the Nexus Pearl is more continuous then the Ulti-Max and gets into a heavier roll through the pins.
Conclusion:
JUST GET ONE ALREADY! This ball offers a reaction I’ve never seen before and has given me the ability to exploit the lanes in new ways. House shots and transitioning sport shots have met their match with this ball. If you are going to Nationals, you have to have this ball in your bag for when the track burns up. I already know that mine is going with me to Baton Rouge. This is the ball for you if you are looking for something that you can really move in with and still get to come back with plenty of angle and continuation. I would put this ball up against any ball on the market, but you won’t find a ball that works as well as the Nexus Pearl from deeper inside as the pattern transitions.
Jonesboro, AR
Brunswick Advisory Staff
Post by: DeadWood Pro Shop on January 03, 2012, 03:40:18 AM
Pin Length -2-3
Starting Top Weight - 2.6
Ball Weight - 15.3
DRILL PATTERN
Pin to PAP - 5 in. Pin above ring finger
MB Location - 3/4 in right of thumb (approx. 55 degrees)
This is my benchmark drill
BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate - 400
Ball Speed - 16-17
PAP/Track - 4 5/8 left and 5/8 up
PICTURE AND VIDEO LINKS
Grit - 1500
Type (Matte, Polish, Sanded) - dull
LANE CONDITION
Length - 35 ft
Volume - medium
Type (Wall, Xmas Tree, Sport) - Xmas tree. House with guardian heads
BALL REACTION
Length - 6.5/10
Back End - 8/10
Overall Hook - 8/10
Midlane Read - 8/10
Breakpoint Shape - strong flip
COMMENTS
Carry - if you hit the pocket with this ball it carries excellently. Ten pins just seem to fall off the lanes.
Likes - Still picks up even in transition and carry down. If it gets to the pocket it strikes. Hands down
Dislikes - most seven pins of any ball I've had
Other - This is the ball that converted me back to the big b bandwagon. It is a great all around ball to bring out of your bag at the start of the day.
For me this ball is great when there is over under or carrydown on the lanes. The ball is clean through the heads and picks up in true Brunswick fashion with the smooth strong motion to the pocket that gets a flush hit almost everytime. I don't know how thereof it, but they managed to produce length and still have the mid lane so that the ball isn't skidding and creating a sharp break point. This ball really will take carry out of the equation.
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42 foot Kegel Stone Street pattern (THS)
USBC Certified Level I
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Post by: jdball299 on October 24, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
Length: 42"
Volume: med hvy
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS (old wood)
Hand: Left
Speed: 17-18
Rev: 300
Axis: 30*
PAP: 5 left 3/4 up
Style: Tweener
Preferred zone: outside 10
COMMENTS
Likes: very clean, reads mids well, revs hard and drives at the end of the pattern.
Dislikes: Can get jumpy on THS if the cover gets too shiny.
Drilled 55x5x30 with a hole on the PAP. I keep this ball at P4000 Abralon to smooth out the backend a little (for me) and keep it from getting squirely. This is my go to ball for longer THS where there is a defined friction area to throw at. My one/two combo with this ball is the Maxxed out (same drilling, OOB). The Nexus Pearl is about 5-6 feet longer and sharper at the breakpoint than my Maxxed out, giving me an option to go to when the Maxxed Out is burning up or taking off too early.