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truexmiracle

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The Sting vs The Hornet
« on: August 10, 2007, 02:34:26 AM »
I'm still debating on which one to get. What's the difference in the two balls? I know it depends on my style and specs but with the same drilling which one would go longer and if it would have a more controllable arc or flippy.

 

Laybzz74

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Re: The Sting vs The Hornet
« Reply #1 on: August 10, 2007, 12:38:03 PM »
Hornet will go longer because of the HD coverstock and has a strong arc while the Sting, with the light load particle cover, will grab earlier and still turn hard on the backends (IMHO and based upon owning 2 Hornets and a Sting).
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Re: The Sting vs The Hornet
« Reply #2 on: August 10, 2007, 06:01:52 PM »
The Sting and the Hornet are on 2 ends of the spectrum for this line of balls.  The Sting has a hardness rating of 73-75 and the Hornet is at 79-80.  The Sting also has a light particle load.  The Buzz is "closer" to the Hornet than the Sting (IMO).  For me, the Buzz is 5 to 7 boards stronger than the Hornet.  The Sting is not 5 to 7 boards stronger than the Buzz (about 4-5), but because it has particle in the cover, it will handle a heavier volume of oil and start up sooner than the Buzz.

Back to your question.  The Hornet will definately go longer than the Sting and depending on the backends will have a strong to mild arc. It will go long on oil.  If you are bowling on drier conditions the Hornet would be the better choice.  If you have heavier oil, then the Sting would be a good choice.  If you're looking for a great medium condition ball, give the Buzz a try.