Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
Super low differential core minimizes hook potential
Controllability of a pancake core with the hitting power of a dense core
Recommended for high-rev players or super soft ball speed only
Target Line: Outside angles and the track area
Lane Conditions: Dry
Coverstock: Pearlized Big Bang particle resin polished with Powerhouse Facory Finish Polish
Core: Medium-low RG V2 inner core, eliminating the top flip block, creating the lowest differential core on the market
Weights
RG
Differential 16 15 14
2.52 2.51 2.50
.004 .004 .005
Length Rating: 21.80 (scale of 1-30, early to late)
Overall Hook Rating: 11 (scale of 1-30, least to most)
Breakpoint Angle: 3.2 (scale of 1-10, smooth to sharp)
Color: Teal Pearl
Post by: Goof1073 on June 26, 2003, 10:23:29 AM
Ball:
16 lb...3" pin and 3-1/4 oz top to start
Drilled the pin at 4-1/2" from my PAP, CG 2-1/2" away from my gripline...weight hole on my VAL/Centerline.
Condition # 1
This was a left over shot from a previous nights' challenge league. There was a defined track around 3rd arrow that was problematic the previous night. The V2 Dry was able to be played in the track area without over reacting. If I moved out and played up I was able to play between 5 to 10 and the ball would make a smooth arc to the pocket. Basically on this condition the ball acts like a really strong plastic ball but with some backend. I wish that I still had a pearl urethane to compare against...but I would suspect it to still be a tad stronger.
Condition # 2
Moved down the lanes that had been oil with our house shot. Here the ball gave me a different read on the lanes I was able to play around 10, but was able to pitch the ball out slightly. With the bump on the edge the ball made a nice hard arch back to the whole. On this condition I can totally see the urethane reaction that this ball is supposed to deliver.
This ball totally lives up to its billing and the R&D department at Ebonite should be congradulated for this ball. Thus far the ball seems promising and might just be what I've been looking for on those late blocks at tournaments.
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-Chris
Goof1073@yahoo.com
Post by: BowlStud on July 01, 2003, 04:33:39 PM
Ty Dawson
Ebonite Amateur Staff
BOWL TO WIN
Post by: Jace Peterson on July 08, 2003, 03:00:01 PM
This ball works great on SHORT patterns. It revs up good, and it is smooth at the break. I did have trouble on longer chopped up patterns. It would start up fine and then quit if it read any carry down at the break, but that is what low flare stingers are for. So stay on short patterns, or in the dry on a house wall and you won't be disappointed
BOWL TO WIN
Post by: Mr Alternate on July 08, 2003, 05:33:25 PM
The people that say this ball goes straight, weren't lying. I was able to find some hook when I hit the really dry boards at the 25-30 foot mark. If it got any further than 30 feet down the lane before it hooked, it was a 2-10 combo 99% of the time. There just isn't any recovery.
When I did hit the pocket, my carry percentage was quite good.
Post by: Jim Lewis on July 09, 2003, 02:42:21 AM
So far I have used this ball only in the box condition on several short sport league patterns on synthetics from outside angles, a torched wet dry on pro anvil lane synthetic from an inside burnt track, and on a medium long pattern on the same synthetic surface.
The Vortex 2 Dry did not go straight except when I pitched the ball off my hand around the second arrow on the regular medium league pattern or on a carried down sport pattern. This ball arcs from dry boards when given a chance with a look that is similar to shiny high performance urethane balls for those who remember urethane balls were the very best equipment available only 10 years ago. The Vortex 2 Dry will not snap through the back end due to its ultra low differential core. Is comparable to a higher performance urethane ball but with more hitting power.
On the inside burnt track condition the V2 Dry was still strong enough to make it back with power from a 18-10 angle although most areas may not be as torched or wet/dry as my home area lanes, it is possible that bowlers with no-thumb/half thumb releases and soft speed can make inside wet/dry track shots more predictable with this ball. If you bowl and use medium to dry lane balls and have frequent trouble with the ball overtly diving from the shots that miss to the outside of your normal executed shot and the interior of the lane is not holding the line the V2 Dry is a possible solution.
I believe this could be a very useful ball in some bowlers hands and those who do roll it could make it look awesome when other bowlers maybe having trouble on the lanes. Therefore, I do recommend the Vortex 2 Dry as long as one remembers this ball is best suited for specific situations and will not work for everyone.
Jim Lewis
Ebonite Regional PBA Staff.
Post by: SuperNuker300 on July 18, 2003, 08:12:40 PM
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-Ray Edwards
Ebonite Regional Staff
Post by: Brad Pollard on July 20, 2003, 02:03:15 AM
Post by: Doug Davidson on August 18, 2003, 11:33:33 PM
This ball works perfect for what it is designed for. Drier lanes, short patterns, outside angles. I drilled mine 5 x 5 and have NO track flare. PERFECT!
This ball came in handy on the new D pattern. I played up the 5 board with good success. When the oil moved down lane, I was able to switch to the Stinger Low Flare to get it up to the head pin. (needless to say, the volume of oil on this pattern was very light)
For leagues, I think this ball will work great playing the oil line for guys with some hand or medium to slower speed. High speed players will blow it threw the breakpoint.
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Doug Davidson
Ebonite PBA Regional Staff
Davidson's Pro Shop
1137 Sweitzer St.
Greenville, Ohio 45331
937-417-3940
doug.davidson@pba.com
Post by: Lefty210 on August 29, 2003, 09:59:56 AM
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Post by: TimPenner on August 29, 2003, 10:58:17 AM
Strengths -- Will get through even the driest of dry with ease while retaining the hitting power of a regular V2.
Weaknesses -- Carrydown.
Tim Penner
Southwest Regional Staff
Wichita, KS
tenpiner2@hotmail.com
Post by: MarkJohnson on November 21, 2003, 04:22:29 PM
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Bowl to Win
Mark Johnson
Ebonite Regional Staff
Post by: bobojimmye on December 18, 2003, 12:21:35 AM
Post by: pba300900 on January 14, 2004, 11:31:56 PM
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Post by: dime on January 20, 2004, 04:45:59 PM
Post by: LoneLouie on February 06, 2004, 11:59:41 PM
I bowl in a makeshift league with a bunch of firefighters (we have 13 teams)where we put on events once a month. We call it the America's Choice Bowling League and have a lot of fun. Since I don't bowl much, I decided to stay with a straight ball, as making the effort to develop a curve would likely take more time than I have to devote. STILL, this ball has made a difference already. Of course, I'm comparing it to plastic HOUSE BALLS, but it takes such a true line, I'm just amazed in my improvement on spares. In fact, I had my first game of the year without an open frame --- pretty cool. My average was about 175, but I'm now up over 180 and feel like I can push it a bit more...
Thanks to you guys for your reviews and to Ebonite for this great ball!
Post by: James Campbell on March 05, 2004, 03:18:00 AM
James Campbell
Ebonite South Region Staff Member
ccampcsc@aol.com
Post by: Juggernaut on April 16, 2004, 06:54:30 PM
This ball is (much) more than I expected, but does however perform at a high rate of return. The ball gets thru the heads EXTREMELY clean, reading the midlane with a strong but predictable roll, and a really hard arc/hook reaction at the breakpoint.
The ball doesn't flare much ( it's not supposed to ) but it is stronger than I expected by quite a bit.
If you bowl on "true" dry lanes, and expect this one to be a "plastic replacement", I think you will be shocked. However, if you are playing the dry side of medium (huh?) this ball could be a formidable weapon. Definitely worth a look if you are a higher average or tournament player!!
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Post by: stealth on April 16, 2004, 09:29:28 PM
Post by: stevenhalljr on June 08, 2004, 11:47:41 AM
If you are a thumbless bowler or you otherwise generate very strong revs, I highly recommend this ball for medium-to-oily lanes.
Post by: RevChallenged on April 10, 2005, 11:59:58 PM
I purchased one of the new Brunswick Power Groove Dry/R's and took it to the pro shop guy to get drilled. He knows my game well and talked me into exchanging the Dry/R for a V2 Dry, the last one he had in the shop because its a discontinued ball. I was hesitant at first but he was right. IMHO, this ball is a down and in player's dream. It does not overreact when playing the drier outside part of the lane on a house shot, and when I pull it a little inside or have to move a few boards inside, it stays on-line and handles the oil ok as long as I stay soft with the speed. This ball basically walks into the pocket slowly and deliberately and hits with power. Soft hands and softer speed are your friends with this ball. If you hang up and/or don't release it clean, don't expect this ball to recover or carry.
I've only had the ball a week and it is my favorite ball. If you are looking for something that will allow you to play down and in when most other balls are overreacting and you have soft hands this is for you. Hurry, maybe your pro shop has one of these babies left in stock and you can get a deal on it before they are all gone...
Post by: Traumatize on April 11, 2005, 01:01:14 AM
Ball is layed out pin above the bridge, CG stacked below is. Fingers drilled deeper to remove excess finger weight. Ball is at 1200 grit high polish.
One of my favorite, and most necessary balls in my bag. Great ball when they burn up, and other stuff is too aggressive. Also a good fresh short oil ball, as long as there isn't carrydown. I was using the ball as a spare ball most of the year, before I drilled a Spare Storm. Worked well, just hooked away towards the end of longer tournaments. The ball's reaction is earlier than I imagined. This is due to the particle that is in the cover. This V2 is all about control, and it does a great job. Extremely arcy and predictable, with above average carry. I send the most messengers with this ball, than any other ball in my bag.
Overall, a great ball for its intended condition. I'm very glad I got my hands on one before they got discontinued, as it fits perfect in my bag. Predictable roll, with great carry. My only complaint about the ball is how quick it tracks up. I just rejuvenated it to get the oil out of it, and will resurface it starting with 220, back up to 1200 shiny. If you are a tournament bowler and you can get yours hand on one, you won't be disappointed.
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Post by: Just call me REV on November 22, 2005, 10:01:34 PM