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slap

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So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« on: February 06, 2009, 01:02:59 PM »
...It wasn't exactly an impulse purchase, I have been looking for a stronger pearl. I'm looking forward to rolling this ball. I guess it's the inner ball hog in me!

Ball specs 15.03, 2.5 , 4.5-5 pin

For those who have one, what layout did you go with? I chose these ball specs with a double thumb layout in mind but I have a few days before the ball will arrive. Plenty of time to consider other options...

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sluggo35

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #1 on: February 07, 2009, 12:45:47 AM »
i got my kinetic 2 weeks ago 15lbs 2 3/4 top 2inch pin. i got it drilled stack because i really didnt know much about it. this ball. only bowled it on ths but it has a stong arch to it.  very smooth sound this ball makes on the lane .
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noturcuzin

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #2 on: February 07, 2009, 02:05:50 AM »
Had mine drilled for length with a strong backend.

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #3 on: February 09, 2009, 04:27:04 PM »
I had mine laid out 3.75" stacked from my pap and it was super strong on the backend.  It was also super over under and needed a crap ton of dry to make it really turn over.  When it did watch out because that ball was going left in a hurry.  

Compared to my Break pearl it made a much more aggressive turn in the backend in the form of a strong arc.  It responded quicker to friction and continued powerfully through the pocket.  

Too bad for me it was very condition specific and I didn't match up with the layout so I got rid of it.  I find the Break solid and pearl to fit better for me.
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #4 on: February 12, 2009, 06:29:34 PM »
The ball should arrive tommorrow. To the top for more input!
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #5 on: February 16, 2009, 02:35:38 PM »
I had the ball punched up this weekend. The layout is 52 x 4 x 30 with a small hole. More to come once I get a few more games on the ball...

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noturcuzin

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #6 on: February 16, 2009, 02:40:53 PM »
Enjoy your Solaris slap! I love mine, it's the strongest pearl i've ever thrown. Great backend reaction, handles oil/carrydown very well.

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slashrr69

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #7 on: February 16, 2009, 06:48:52 PM »
slap
 does your ball have some purple in it or is that just the reflection of your flash on the ball??  slashrr69
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #8 on: February 16, 2009, 06:52:03 PM »
that's just the flash
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #9 on: February 16, 2009, 09:35:09 PM »
I am going to pick up the Solid when I come out. Hearing lots of good stuff about the pearl so I hope it carries over.
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #10 on: March 18, 2009, 03:21:28 PM »
whats this ball compare to? I mean, compared to say a hot sauce, and a one pearl, and a cell pearl?

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A_P_K

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #11 on: March 18, 2009, 04:46:45 PM »
For me the reaction shape compared to the black Break solid.  I had my Solaris drilled strong and it gave me the same down lane motion and look.

The oil handling ability was comparable to my Pluto with a strong drill which is at least fresh mediums plus.

I'm looking forward to the solid version I really like the core and cover match up but didn't need the pearl version as I already have the Break.
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #12 on: March 18, 2009, 10:10:28 PM »
Solaris has the exact same core as the Break Pearl, so maybe a similar reaction to that?
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Kid Jete

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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #13 on: March 18, 2009, 10:14:37 PM »
quote:
Solaris has the exact same core as the Break Pearl, so maybe a similar reaction to that?


I'm pretty sure it has the same cover as the Break Pearl but a symmetric core.
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Re: So I ordered a Solaris AND Requiem
« Reply #14 on: March 18, 2009, 10:16:47 PM »
symmetric core +1, same cover as the break pearl
love this friggen ball so much I got 2
one long pin, and 1 short pin
very strong pearl with excellent carry, and great reaction

love it
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