I totally agree with Charlest's comments, but I would suggest that you base your decision as to which ball according to the factory cover that best suits your style and lane conditions. I like to use OOB covers for as long as I can and will adjust where I play on the lane or change hand position to make it work before making a cover change. It seems to me, from my experience, the factory surface holds up longer and maintains optimal reaction, with less maintenance.
I am loving my Absolute Power and am watching this forum to make another purchase. With all the good reviews on the L/L equipment it is a tough decision. I prefer reactive and am looking for something that reads the oil better than the Absolute, not necessarily stronger. The Black Pearl sounds great as does the Big Bang for what I need but I prefer reactive. Will the Masterpiece fit just above the Absolute in oil handling capabilities and still get me down the lane, as I play on a rough condition wood surface?
Alex, sorry to hijack your thread. I just reread charlest review on the Masterpiece and got the answer to my question.
Edited on 10/14/2006 8:36 AM