Author Topic: Possible arsenal revamp (Read 820 times)

tommyboy74 · « **on:** November 15, 2011, 02:41:12 PM »

Hi everyone. After about a year, I am thinking of doing a possible revamp of the arsenal. The main thing going into this decision is that I am planning on going from 15 to 16 lbs (my new Vital Energy is a 16lb ball, all others I own are 15). After throwing the 16, I found the 16 to give me better control and it has helped me to keep my speed much more consistant. I also worked on timing issues I had with my footwork. Overall, I feel more comfortable throwing 16 than 15.

Here are my stats: Right handed, 380-430 revs, versatile with playing both straight and hooking it, speed at 19-22mph.

My entire arsenal is Storm and Roto Grip, with the Vital Energy being the lone exception. So far, I really like how clean the Vital Energy is and how I get a defined break point on the backend. It also carries very well and is continuous through the pin deck. The Vital Energy is the first Ebonite ball I have thrown in a long time, and it matches me extremely well. Actually to the point where it could become a potential benchmark ball (and most of you know how much I like my Nomad Dagger.) My driller thinks that the Track 919C would fit me very well also as a potential VG Nano replacement.

With that in mind, I'll open this up to you for suggestions on the arsenal. Knowing that the Vital Energy will stay in place, and wanting to carry a 4 or 5 ball arsenal, what would you suggest? Also, if I wanted something comparable to the Nomad Dagger, what are some options outside of Storm/Roto Grip?

My arsenal

Heavy Oil: Storm Virtual Gravity Nano: 2000 AB
Medium-Heavy Oil: Storm Anarchy: 1500 polished
Medium-Heavy Oil: Ebonite Vital Energy: 4000 AB
Medium Oil: Roto Grip Nomad Dagger: 1500 polished

Medium-Light Oil: Roto Grip Rising Star: 1500 polished

truckstoy · « **Reply #1 on:** November 16, 2011, 07:37:03 AM »

I have always done well w/ Hammer, they have alott of good pieces out right now so you could easily pick 4 or 5 and build an arsenal. Also DV8 is a newer co. (sister co. to Brunswick) that has a few very good balls out, I have the Hell Raiser & Misfit and they are both very good and do not have the typical Brunswick roll/carry. I haven't liked Brunswick since the Saphire Zone/ Zone HPD days.

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HankScorpio · « **Reply #2 on:** November 16, 2011, 08:13:54 AM »

I don't know what you normally bowl on, but on true long or heavy sport patterns, the 919C won't match the Nano on performance. The cover is stronger than the 919C, especially once it is sanded down for the heavy stuff.

I'm not a big fan of sticking with one manufacturer or family. I found that out the hard way when I switched to all Lane 1 only to realize that the only 2 Lane 1 balls I liked were the two that convinced me to switch. I bought 4 used balls and have since sold 3 of them. The 4th is only around because I haven't been able to sell it yet. I was really looking forward to that arsenal too; my Cobalt Bomb Pearl is the best ball I've ever had, period. Anyway, my point is that liking one ball doesn't mean you will like ever ball.

If you really want to stick with the Ebonite family, my choice would be:

Heavy: Ebonite Mission X

Med-Heavy: Hammer Taboo/Taboo Pearl

Benchmark: Vital Energy

Med/Light: Track 503C

Light: Track 300C/Blue Hammer (if you like Urethane)

I built this on the assumption that you want smoother equipment. The new Track 811A SE looks promising, but it appears to be very snappy. The original Taboo is a better choice for this, but the Blue/Silver comes with the free spare ball and would add some diversity and length to the top of your line-up.

tommyboy74 · « **Reply #3 on:** November 16, 2011, 11:52:19 AM »

Thanks for the feedback. I figure the best thing to do is keep all options open. I don't have to have something from Storm/Roto. Likewise, I do not need everything from the Ebonite family either.

Most of what I tend to bowl on are HPL synthetics or Brunswick Anvilane. The HPL synthetics at 1 house typically goes heavy in volume and around 41'. The Anvilane synthetics also use a heavier house pattern that goes 43' but also has the reverse oil at the tail end of the pattern.

My arsenal

Heavy Oil: Storm Virtual Gravity Nano: 2000 AB
Medium-Heavy Oil: Storm Anarchy: 1500 polished
Medium-Heavy Oil: Ebonite Vital Energy: 4000 AB
Medium Oil: Roto Grip Nomad Dagger: 1500 polished

Medium-Light Oil: Roto Grip Rising Star: 1500 polished

HankScorpio · « **Reply #4 on:** November 16, 2011, 12:22:26 PM »

The good news is that there are so many good balls out right now, you really can't go wrong by picking and choosing from different companies. If they aren't paying you, why tie yourself down to one company when every company has good releases to try?

If you like your VG Nano on the heavy stuff, I recommend getting a new one in 16#.

vkowalski1970 · « **Reply #5 on:** November 16, 2011, 03:25:05 PM »

Midnight Vibe if you can find is a must, much better light oil/short oil ball than the Rising Star in my opinion....it is much cleaner throughout the lane.

I also truly believe the whole Nomad line is one of a kind, the rotary core has to be one of the best ever. Probably the most underrated line of balls I have ever seen.

Nano................55x4.25x45.........500/2000

Nomad Solid.....60x4.5x35............1500 polished

Rising Star........60x4x40 1000 polished

Midnight Vibe.....60x5x40....4000 polished

Red Backlash......70x3x30....4000 polished

northface28 · « **Reply #6 on:** November 16, 2011, 04:48:34 PM »

You should look at "shot shapes" instead of "heavy, medium, light" ball slots.

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