Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
- Core Type : Nexus Rotor (14-16#)
- Coverstock: Addaptive ƒ(P+F) Solid
- Color: 2-Color, Blue and Violet Solid
- Factory Finish: 500 & 1,500 Siaair Micro Pad Finish
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- RG max: 2.536
- RG min: 2.480
- RG diff: 0.056
- Average RG: 3.1 of 10
- Hook Potential: 195 (Scale 10-185)
- Length: 105 (Scale 25-235)
- Typical Breakpoint Shape: 95 Angular (Scale Smooth Arc 10-Angular 100)
- Recommended Lane Condition: Oily
- Description: The Addaptive ƒ(P+F) Solid coverstock is Brunswick’s newest innovation in performance enhancing additive chemistry. ƒ(P+F) describes our latest ƒormula that combines our new (P)rojection and our new (F)riction additives together to create our most aggressive coverstock to date. The Projection additive easily pushes the super aggressive coverstock down lane where the Friction additive kicks in gripping the backend for unprecedented traction. Being able to combine multiple additives in a coverstock allows Brunswick to effectively fine tune the length, mid-lane and backend characteristics of the ball motion.
The new Nexus Rotor core integrates a center stabilizing capsule and two vertical flip claws. The center stabilizing capsule revs quickly to control the mid-lane. As the axis migrates and the core lays down, the vertical flip claws take over maintaining the rev rate for a strong continuation through the backend and powerful drive through the pins.
We did it again! The Nexus ƒ(P+F) is so strong we had to add columns to the Ball Comparison chart and increase our Hook Potential scale to describe this ball. With its 1500-grit Siaair micro pad finish, the Nexus ƒ(P+F) offers our highest hook potential of any Brunswick ball to date. With an extremely aggressive ball motion the Nexus ƒ(P+F) skids through the front, saves axis rotation in the mid-lane and grabs the backend with a strong response to friction.
The Nexus ƒ(P+F) 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, 08:56:33 AM
Post by: Jcom on October 22, 2011, 11:14:29 AM
Jordan Harrison
Strike Zone Pro Shops
Salt Lake City, Utah
Brunswick Pro Shop Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Post by: BrunsLang on November 02, 2011, 01:35:36 PM
Drilled the solid 60x6x40. The pin ended up being above my middle finger with the cg kicked out a little with no hole needed. Let me start off by saying that this ball is the most hooking Brunswick ball I've ever thrown. It's gets through the heads so clean for a high end ball and has one of the best midland control I've ever seen. The thing that is most impressive about this ball is that with how strong it is, it doesn't lose anything in the backend. It's so continuous compared to other high end balls that lose a little pop when the lanes break down. Brunswick definitely did something right with this one.
Post by: ProQuest Pro Shop on November 04, 2011, 08:10:36 PM
Post by: UpstateProShopChris on November 08, 2011, 08:38:30 PM
BALL SPECS
Chris Garrett
Upstate Pro Shop
Greenville, SC 864-569-0878
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, 02:38:52 PM
Brunswick Nexus f(P+F)
Review
Layout:
(1) Pin over the ring finger, CG under Ring, MB drilled out in Thumb
Brunswick Factory Polish applied over factory 1500 finish
Pin to PAP is 4 1/4", CG to PAP 4", MB to PAP 5”
(2) Pin over the ring finger, CG kicked right, MB out 45 degrees
Factory Finish 1500
Pin to PAP is 4 ¾, CG to PAP 2 ¼, MB to PAP is 2 ¼
Testing Pattern:
(1) THS (42ft, 20ml, Old Wood)
(2) Team USA Pattern London (44ft, Synthetics)
(3) Team USA Pattern Atlanta (38 ft, Synthetics)
Bowler Stats: Avg. Speed 17.5mph, 350-375rpm, PAP 4 ½” 1/8” up
Reaction: Layout (1) has turned into my go to ball. On a house shot this ball blends the wet to dry very well allowing me to play in the heavier middles without fear of over reaction when I leak it out to the dry. The carry is phenomenal and I have yet to see this ball stand up to quick and burn out. On the longer Team USA pattern the polished version of this ball was not quite enough for the fresh but looked great on the breakdown. On the Atlanta pattern this ball is too strong. While it is clean enough through the fronts it forces me in too deep. The carry is still good from the angle but the Nexus f(P) is a better option.
Layout (2) needs oil. The ball will clear the heads well no matter what the pattern is but with the factory finish and an aggressive layout this ball needs oil. On the fresh London pattern this ball looked great. It opened up the lane without sacrificing carry.
Overall: This ball is strong. I have thrown the competitions hooking equipment and this one is just better. It is cleaner through the fronts, picks up better in the mid-lane and is every bit as strong at the breakpoint.
Post by: mdevore19 on November 11, 2011, 10:32:42 AM
55* x 4.5 x 35*
Michael DeVore II
Brunswick Advisory Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Post by: russ wilson on November 11, 2011, 12:39:06 PM
Russ Wilson
Brunswick Amateur Staff
Pro Shop Manager
Jayhawk Bowling Supply
www.jayhawkbowling.com
Post by: Badman9 on November 11, 2011, 05:00:37 PM
Post by: baer300 on November 12, 2011, 12:02:00 PM
Adam Baer
Brunswick Regional Staff
Vise Regional Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation
Post by: RSalas on November 13, 2011, 11:02:43 PM
Ball: Brunswick Nexus f(P+F)
(or “Nexus Solid”)
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 give me a more angular option for heavier medium conditions, to complement the C-(System) alpha-max and Lethal Revolver. The Lethal Revolver is very effective on conditions where I need front-to-back roll, and while the alpha-max has a stronger change of direction, there does come a point beyond which I cannot move further left and still have the ball recover enough to carry corners consistently.
Observations:
The Nexus Solid that I drilled had a 3 1/8” pin-to-CG distance, and thus I was able to use a layout with the pin 5” from my PAP, above the fingers, and a 60-degree locator line angle.
The first chance I had to use the Solid was on a fresh house condition at a center with a fairly new SPL lane surface. There has been quite a bit of friction at this center so far this season, and thus I didn’t think this would be a good test for a ball as strong as the Nexus Solid. I did throw a few shots with it in practice, but I had to start from in front of the ball return because of how hard of a look I was getting off the dry.
I put the Solid away, but when the fronts started to go, and the condition became choppy, I decided to give it a try. Even on this transitioning condition, the Nexus was very clean through the front, especially for a ball with a 500/1500 box finish. I was pleasantly surprised at how the ball didn’t completely burn up when it did get to the dry. The Solid managed to retain enough energy to make a defined move and have a strong look through the pins. There were a few shots that I threw where I could have sworn the ball was going to die at the turn, only to see it make a sharp move to the pocket and slap out the 10.
I’ve thrown the Solid a few times on conditions with more volume, notably at a local center with Pro Anvilanes. On these conditions, the Solid reacted well as long as I was able to get it all the way to the friction. If the ball stayed in the oil too long, it wouldn’t quite make the turn in back, and I’d leave a corner. Also, on the fresh, I often found myself having to make frequent moves because of how quickly the Solid broke the condition down. I had more success after the condition began to blend, and I could get my feet further to the left and let the ball recover from the dry.
Conclusions:
The Nexus Solid gives me a reaction that I haven’t had in the bag in a very long time. Even with the dull box finish, the Solid doesn’t show the slightest tendency to check in front. This allows me to keep the ball on a line to the dry, where its recoverability takes over. I’ve found that I’ve been able to give up quite a bit of the pocket without having to worry about whether the Solid would get back to the pocket, or whether it would kick out corners once it made the turn.
For bowlers seeking a ball that will get into an earlier roll on front-to-back oil, the Nexus Solid probably isn’t the best choice; the C-(System) alpha-max or Lethal Revolver would handle this condition better. Despite the dull box finish, the Solid needs friction to be successful. However, for those conditions that are more blended, or that have a defined area of friction to the outside, the Nexus Solid gives the bowler an option for moving to the inside and sending the ball to the dry with confidence that it will recover.
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: BrunsWolf on November 14, 2011, 04:20:55 PM
Brunswick Nexus Solid
Bowler Specs:
18-18.5mph
375-400revs
Axis Tilt: 11 degrees
Axis Rotation: ~40 degrees
Layout:
50* by 5” by 45*
OOB Surface
Purpose:
Well the Nexus Solid is supposed to be the most hooking ball in the history of Brunswick. Naturally, I drilled this ball to fill the “big gun” spot in my bag for when I see a lot of length or a lot of volume but definitely when I see a combination of both. I also wanted to make sure that the layout would give me the most versatility in that it would still hook a lot yet still get downlane in a shape that I like. Thus, I went with my favorite asymmetrical layout of 50 by 5 by 45 that has always given me a great read throughout the entire lane no matter what ball the layout is on.
On the lanes:
39ft THS on Pro-Anvil:
I was hesitant to even try and throw the Nexus Solid on this shot since it’s only 39 feet with not a lot of volume. Surprisingly though the Nexus really does live up to expectations in that it gets down the lane better than any other dull “strong” ball I’ve ever seen. The fact that I didn’t have to loft the gutter cap from the start is testament to that. I was able get a really nice reaction out of the solid by laying the ball down around 30 out to 7 at the breakpoint. The impressive part is that this ball didn’t burn up in the heads like other really dull strong balls have in the past. It projected thought the heads and had a well defined reaction of the back part of the lane and gave terrific carry. For me, it really keeps the pins low, which means better strike percentage in the long run. Although it did get down lane rather easy, the pattern is such a low volume that I still couldn’t stay with it for long.
Highway to Hell on AMF HPL9000:
On medium sport patterns, I’m the type of person that generally likes to play straighter on the fresh. With this ball, I pulled it out after a couple games after a bump spot was developed and moved way left with my feet, at least 10-15 boards. Then I could just send it out wide to the bump spot around 8-10 and let it come screaming back to the pocket. I tend to struggle a little bit when playing that deep because my eye doesn’t like to see me throwing the ball that far away from the headpin. However with the Nexus Solid, every shot I threw I knew was going to make it back to the pocket. There were several that I sent a little wide that still made it all the way back to the pocket and that still had enough energy to send all 10 in the pit. Trust me when I say that knowing you can miss it that much when hooking it that much really relaxes the armswing, especially on such a demanding condition.
WTBA Paris 47’ on AMF HPL9000:
This is where things really got fun with this ball. Unlike everyone else on this pattern, I got to start really deep and slide around 35 and swing the ball out to 10 at the breakpoint. No ball has given me so much hook yet so much of it coming from the back half of the lane. Everyone around, was jealous of the hook and the area that I had on this pattern. More importantly, it responded well to the friction to quickly stand up so that carry never suffered.
I also have a C-System Alpha Max with a very similar layout. On the whole, I’d say the Nexus Solid is about 4 boards stronger overall with all of those boards coming from the backend. Therefore, if you are like me and really like your Alpha Max but still want a little bit more reaction. Then drill up a Nexus Solid with a similar layout and it will fit in perfectly. The Nexus will be longer through the front part of the lane and more responsive at the breakpoint. That, I guarantee. In comparison to the DV8 Hell Raiser, I’d estimate it being about 3-4 boards stronger as well with about an equal response on the backend.
Conclusion:
THIS BALL HOOKS!!! Other than that, it does so in a manner that is very beneficial for all bowlers and is unlike anything I’ve ever had in my hands. It gets down the lane easy but responds quickly to the friction so you can get the ball rolling through the pins in the correct way, which rids you of those pesky corner pins. In my opinion, this is the only ball you should consider to have in your bag as your strongest piece. No other ball I’ve seen go down the lane can do what this ball does. Do yourself a favor and make this an early Christmas present to yourself.
Brunswick Advisory Staff
Jared Wolf
Jonesboro, AR
www.bowlingchat.net
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Post by: bowler001 on November 17, 2011, 06:01:42 PM
COMMENTS
I chose this layout for the Nexus f(P+F) simply because it is a benchmark layout for me. It typically will give me a little bit of midlane read, with strong continuous motion downlane. Well, it definitely does that. Being in the pro shop industry for a little over 10 years now, I have seen big hook balls come and go. I have never seen a ball with motion like this. With my ball speed and rev rate, I usually run into one of two problems with aggressive balls….early hook and no energy downlane, or not enough hook in general when the lanes are actually slick. With the Nexus f(P+F), I am able to actually swing the ball on slicker conditions. Any ball that allows me to do that earns a full time spot in my bag. But this ball doesn’t just stop there, it’s like a gift that keeps on giving. As the lanes transition, I am able to get further left and the ball still makes the corner. The versatility of this ball is amazing. I figured this would sit in my bag collecting dust until I hit a condition that had enough volume to use it. This is not the case.
If you are looking for a ball that actually does what is advertised, look no further. If you are anti-social, I suggest you look somewhere else, because this ball will bring lots of attention from fellow bowlers.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Xclusive Pro Shop - Anchorage, Alaska
Brunswick Pro Shop Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
Post by: Andyman3333 on November 17, 2011, 06:06:38 PM
LANE CONDITION
41 ft White Pattern, 40 Ft House Shot, 37 Foot PBA Viper Pattern
Layout: 60 x 4.25 x 30
PAP: 4-7/8 Over x 1/4 Up
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeI1EKnLf38
This NEXUS solid does two things very well. The "P" on f(p+f) stands for projection. Contrary to popular belief about solid coverstocks, this solid coverstock doesn't react like a solid. The shape the ball takes down lane really looks more closely to a pearl, with the controllability of a solid. It's simply the most aggressive ball I have thrown to date and during our video demo, was a full 6/3 boards stronger than the alpha max. Much of that attributed to how easily it projects through the front part of the lane. There certainly is some midlane read, but this ball projects through the heads and the midlane as if there was no friction.
The 2nd thing it does well is convert all that stored energy into a very aggressive backend motion. And if a ball has the controllability of a solid, but the backend motion of a pearl, you've got a ball that is going to strike a lot when it hits the pocket.
I've thrown it on three patterns. The 41 foot White Pattern; a 40' ft house shot and the 37ft Viper Pattern.
These are my impressions on each. The 41 ft White Pattern plays like a heavy oil shot. The bowling center does not have any real defined track area or any inherent friction on the lanes. Almost all patterns play long. With that said, most higher average players start on this pattern playing right around 2nd arrow. And this is typically where I would start with the Lethal Revolver or even the Ulti-Max on certain nights. Guys with high revs might play between 2nd and 3rd arrows out to about 10-11 at the breakpoint. With this ball, I was able to stand left, throw right and get the ball to recover. The nice thing was I pretty much played in the oil all night as I continued to move left into areas on the lane that hadn't been touched yet. Playing further left than guys with more revs than myself, which is always a good feeling.
The 40' ft house shot (video location). I'll typically ball down early at this house throwing weaker, longer pin pearls to even out the reaction in the friction. Throwing a solid at this house with over 300 revs is unnecessary. So it was a good test for the solid. As you'll see in the video, the ball cruises through the fronts and (with my ball roll coming from up the back of the ball) recovers from the extreme outside giving me a premium entry angle to the pocket.
The 37' ft Viper pattern was back at the house where the 41 ft white pattern was out before. The ball was still very strong and surprisingly controllable. The ball was clean and made an excellent transition when it hit the friction. It allowed me to stand a little deeper and throw the ball further to the right keeping my entry angles strong. The recovery down lane is simply insane for a guy that hits up the back of the ball. It’s very easy to fall in love with this ball.
In summary, the ball does what they intended for it to do. Clean through the fronts, maybe more-so than a pearl. It is helped by the ability to retain axis rotation further down lane than most solids. It is absolutely one of the most enjoyable balls to throw and allows you to stand deep and whip it right.
Andy Morton
www.brunswickbowling.com
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation.
PROFILE
340-370 revs
18 mph
230 book on THS
200 book on PBA
Post by: mckbowler on November 22, 2011, 12:19:32 PM
Nexus Solid *F ( P + F )
Releasing November 2011, the Nexus F (P + F), is Brunswick’s newest high performance ball. To explain the name of the ball; the first additive F is for Formula, the additive P is for Projection, and the final additive F is for Friction. These new additives are the next big thing in bowling. If the length, mid-lane, and backend reactions can be controlled, then the ball motion will always will be spot on. The friction additive will become extremely clear when you this throw this ball, because it hooks. The P-additive gives this ball plenty of push to make it down lane, but not too much push, because it always has an aggressive down lane reaction towards the pocket. My Nexus saves all its energy during through the mid-lane to then display a quick response from friction to the pocket. The engineering of this ball will allow all bowlers the consistency everyone is looking for in a bowling ball. The Nexus F (P + F) should be your next bowling ball.
· My Nexus is drilled pin above the bridge.
· I throw this ball on fresh house shots with medium to heavy oil.
· The out-of-box surface works extremely well with this ball.
Richard VanScoyk
Amateur Brunswick Staff Member
Amateur Turbo Staff Member
Post by: batbowler on November 26, 2011, 02:40:00 PM
USBC Bronze Certified Coach
IBPSIA Certified Technician
Originator of the -35deg x 25 leverage drilling!
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Post by: Brunswick_fan_BrandonH on December 03, 2011, 10:35:29 PM
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Post by: ThomasPatterson87 on December 17, 2011, 04:09:19 PM
Post by: DeadWood Pro Shop on January 03, 2012, 03:55:52 AM
Pin Length - 4-6
Starting Top Weight - 2.6
Ball Weight - 15.3
DRILL PATTERN
50 X 4.5 X 25
BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate - 400
Ball Speed - 16-17
PAP/Track - 4 5/8 left and 5/8 up
PICTURE AND VIDEO LINKS
http://m.facebook.com/?_rdr#!/photo....00000811698927
Grit - 500 siaair pad
Type (Matte, Polish, Sanded) - dull
LANE CONDITION
Length - 35 ft
Volume - medium
Type (Wall, Xmas Tree, Sport) - Xmas tree. House with guardian heads
And Scorpion PBA Pattern
BALL REACTION
Length - 6.5/10
Back End - 10/10
Overall Hook - 9/10
Midlane Read - 8/10
Breakpoint Shape - Clean the first 35 ft, then starts its move, and typical Brunswick strong arc to the pocket
COMMENTS
Carry - Bowled a local tournament with an extremely heavy flat shot. Smashed the pocket and left the hardest hitting pocket 7-9. Solid 9 and the head pin jumped over the 7 pin on a great shot.
Likes - Still picks up even in transition and carry down. If it gets to the pocket it strikes.
Dislikes - Needs oil.
Other - I see the reason Sean Rash destroyed the WSOB with this ball.
For me this ball is great when bowling on a sport pattern. The ball gave me a large spot to throw at when bowling on the scorpion pattern. 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.
Not on any manufacturer staff, just a pro shop owner that wants the best equipment in my bag when bowling tournaments.
Videos to be posted on my shops Facebook page soon.
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Post by: bubase24 on January 26, 2012, 11:27:06 AM
I was looking for something to allow me to keep my speed up and still be able to play through the oil. All I can say is wow!!!! This ball absolutely destroys pins. Was able to play 5 boards left of my baseline shot this year. Came out of the box with a 229. Followed up with the front 8 for a 278. Had a few too many beverages and fell down to a 185, but definitely not the balls fault. I just didn't execute and let off on the speed and through the nose it went. Allowed me to play deeper inside through the oil with plenty of backend to take care of the ten. Seemed like the ball generated its on revs and power as it went down the lane even when it didn't come off the hand perfectly. 100% happy with my purchase. Only thing I'm worried about now is keeping my avg below 10 pin improvement before our tournament.
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42 foot Kegel Stone Street (THS)
USBC Certified Level I
Post by: Auntj300bowl on October 14, 2012, 08:31:52 PM
Rev rate: stroker
Ball speed: 15.5-16
PAP: 4 7/8" right 1/4" up
Drill Pattern:
PAP drilling:
Pin-->PAP: 4 3/4"
MB-->PAP: 3 1/4"
Pin Buffer: 2"
X-hole: n/a
Surface Prep:
1500 abralon, light polish
Comments:
This ball is like no other high performance solid ball I've ever had. It almost has characteristics of a hybrid, because this ball can fight through any oil put out but it still has recovery on the backend as well. With the light polish, the ball easily gets through the front part of the lane and is smooth off the spot but strong through the end of the pin deck. From my experience of drilling many of these for many different styles and caliber of bowlers,this ball is a great fit for anyone. Only negative that this ball has is that it does need oil. Even with a polish finish the ball still pleads for head oil. In my opinion this is the best high performance ball release from Brunswick since the infamous Inferno line.
Jeremy Angevine
Poughkeepsie, NY
GT's Pro Shop
Brunswick advisory staff