Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
* Coverstock: Cytoplasmic Xâ„¢ Pearl Reactive
* Weight Block: Nucleusâ„¢ Core 14-16lb
* Weight Block: Modified Nucleusâ„¢ Core in 12 & 13lb
* Ball Finish: 1500 Polished
* Durometer: 73 - 75 Rex D-scale
* Flare Potential: 7" + (High)
* Weights: 12 - 16 lbs
The time of reckoning has arrived and the Roto Grip Kingdom welcomes the addition of the newest legend of the land. Bred from the original and designed to compliment its predecessor, the Cell Pearl will reign supreme.
The technologically advanced and performance proven Nucleusâ„¢ core delivers continuous predictable motion for all types of bowlers. The Cytoplasmic Xâ„¢ pearl reactive coverstock is a first in the industry with the optimum amount of porosity and enhanced surface friction.
The synergy of a core and coverstock on the Cell Pearlâ„¢ generates a strong angular more off the spot on those medium to lighter volume patterns with unprecedented predictability. This ball is the ultimate compliment to the original and will surely dominate the entire bowling kingdom...
Post by: Tess7654 on September 24, 2008, 09:31:38 AM
David Tessman
Roto Grip Staff.
Post by: Left Side on September 24, 2008, 06:56:29 PM
Keith Glasgow
Roto Grip Staff Member
Post by: hSDw on September 26, 2008, 02:40:27 PM
--------------------
Herb Walsh - Colorado Springs
Post by: rrbowler on September 26, 2008, 02:55:56 PM
--------------------
Rich Mueller
Roto Grip Staff
Post by: VideoBallReviews on September 26, 2008, 03:28:31 PM
I'm proud to present to you The Roto-Grip Cell Pearl Video.
http://www.videoballreviews.com/cellpearl.html
Or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcz9B1mnuEc
MY Take on the ball:
This ball certainly had alot to live up to after the incredible success of the original CELL, and boy does it deliver.
The Cell Pearl clears the heads great, picks up nicely in the midlane with a consistent STRONG backend reaction, not skid flippy just very aggressive off the spot...
I dont like to use the term "better" too much because no ball is really better than another, it all depends on the conditions and the bowler..BUT for me, this ball is "better" than the original, simply due to the fact that it seems like it will cover a broader range of conditions for a longer
period of time...i know a bunch of people who start off league/tournament using a cell who end up switching halfway through the second game because the cell is simply too much.
What really sets this ball apart from the rest is shown at the end of this video. This ball has incredible power from deep inside angles when the shot starts to break down. SO not only is this ball great on the fresh BUT this ball allows you to chase the oil line in without sacraficing hitting power down lane. The continuation on this piece, just like the original, is downright amazing.
Now with all that being said, this is not going to be a ball for real long and heavy patterns...but thats what the cell is for! This is a deadly 1-2 combo that will help Roto-Grip keep its title as the fastest growing ball company in the market today!
As always comments and questions are welcome!
--------------------
Britton (formerly bar5003)
Owner/Operator of Videoballreviews.com (http://"http://www.videoballreviews.com")
Official Sponsors
VISE (http://"http://www.viseinserts.com")
3G Shoes (http://"http://www.900global.com")
Buddiesproshop.com (http://"http://www.buddiesproshop.com")
Virtualtournaments.com (http://"http://www.virtualtournaments.com")
Valentino Bowling...click here for 5% off your next order! (http://"http://valentinobowling.com/vbr.html")
Post by: PrecisionFit on September 26, 2008, 05:22:31 PM
First night out of the box I bowled 747 with 2 blow out 7-10's that the pins went literally everywhere and just did not connect to anything. In my estimation this ball will be amazing for anyone looking for a little extra pop down the lane!!!
--------------------
Josh Schneidman
Roto Grip Staff Member
Post by: John Brodersen on September 26, 2008, 10:10:30 PM
The Cell Pearl was punched using the dual angle layout method, 4.5-inch pin by 55-degree drill angle by 30 degree VAL angle. (Looking for some length with a strong backend move.) This put the pin just to the right and ¾ of an inch above the ring ringer. The marked mass bias (RG) is 1 ½ inches right of the thumbhole. An X-hole was not needed as the CG was left of a line drawn from the pin to the mass bias (RG). The finish was left OOB.
The Cell Pearl is a great looking shell and will have great customer shelf appeal. Wonderful looking color scheme.
The Cell Pearl is cleaner and longer (around three feet) through the fronts than the original Cell. However, it does need some oil up front to achieve this. If you start it in some friction or throw it to some friction the response is pretty quick. If you have some oil up front, the move to the pocket is very strong, bigger and much sharper than the original. The Pearl Cell has similar roll, carry and hit characteristics as the original as it shares the same Nucleus weight block. Those characteristics are the predictable, forgiving roll, fantastic carry and tremendous hit. It really throws the pins around even when playing inside of twenty.
Many bowlers have waited patiently for this one to be released and it was worth the wait. The Cell Pearl is another, tremendous addition to the Roto Grip lineup and can be used on most medium conditions.
John Brodersen
Post by: MoonsLefty on September 27, 2008, 12:39:10 AM
The Cell rolls a lot sooner in the midlane where the Cell Pearl skids about 7 or 8 feet more. This skid lets the Cell Pearl retain energy and give me a LOT stronger move on the backend. Usually when I have a ball that is strong on the back I leave a lot of solid 8 pins, however I haven't really seem that as of yet. I love the way the Pearl rolls through the pocket, and I love the carry.
I love my Cell, and from what I can tell I am going to feel the same way about the Pearl.
--------------------
Rob Haverstock
Roto Grip Pro Shop Staff
Post by: rotoreggie on September 29, 2008, 08:10:09 PM
I love the ball. For me its the one ball I really get down the lane. The paralyzation of the shell helps generate extra lenth, and with the pin placement on the ball the lenght and the break point is very controllable. The pins seem to stay low to the deck. This lay out brings my track up about a 1/4 of an inch.
Using a 10 rating I give the Pearl Cell a 9 plus.
Post by: ODriscoll on September 29, 2008, 10:35:44 PM
To revisit the Cell. Again if you haven't thrown one your missing out. The Cell core creates a shape and predictability no other balls have matched. For tougher patterns its hard to find a better look or success than the Cell. No other ball has been able to maintain the differential as long as the cell.
Now add the new Cytoplasmic pearl reactive coverstock. No other changes needed. The Cell Pearl is a great compliment to the original Cell. A whole lot smoother down the lane with a stronger move off the spot. A great compliment to the Cell. The Cell and the Cell Pearl could be the closest thing to a complete 2 ball arsenal. If it wasn't for pilot error, I'm confident I would never miss with this ball.
I would like to start the debate. The Cell Pearl will be the best ball on the market, maybe even better than the Cell.
To the Roto Grip Staff: Good luck topping this one!
Kelly O'Driscoll
Roto Grip Staff
Post by: xout12 on September 30, 2008, 01:11:05 AM
Dislikes: Squirty on heavy oil but that isn't what this ball is for. You get that condition just pull out your regular Cell.
Great ball reaction and compliments the original Cell very well. Rotogrip has a great 1,2,3 punch with the original Cell, Pearl Cell, and Grand Illusion.
Cell Pearl actually takes very well to surface changes and appears to be much stronger than its Solid Version with the same layout and same surface. I was easily 3 to 5 boards further left in that situation but because of the pearl coverstock, even a non polished surface got down the lane better than the original. Great choice overall, I will definitely have a couple more added to my arsenal.
Able to use the cell pearl on all PBA conditions as well. Shark only after it was broken down but the rest I could use this ball right out of the gate with the proper surface change and wrist position change.
Post by: IrishMike837 on September 30, 2008, 04:20:47 AM
--------------------
Mike Keily - Roto Grip Amateur Staff
ROTO GRIP - King Of Them All!
Post by: Wes Malott on October 01, 2008, 11:23:57 PM
What I see out of the Cell Pearl is a very unique motion. You have a ball that's clean through the fronts that reads the mid-lane very well, because of the strong core design, but yet is sharp off the end of the pattern and still continues dow the lane vey well. Not very often have I seen this motion out of any plant.
I think this ball along with the Grand Illusion are going to be very successful for me this up coming season.
Best of luck to all!
"The Big Nasty"
Post by: RonCase823 on October 02, 2008, 12:53:05 AM
Thanks for reading, go Rotogrip
Ron Case
Post by: bowltsproshop on October 02, 2008, 03:16:37 AM
Dave Roberts Jr
Roto Grip Pro Shop Staff
Post by: BrianK on October 02, 2008, 09:45:26 AM
Thanks for your time and have a great year.
BK
Post by: rotomike on October 02, 2008, 11:51:15 AM
RECOVERY RECOVERY!! RECOVERY!!!
Clean length strong midlane as expected but WOW!!! When the Cell Pearl turns for home it is fun to watch. Heavy roll great continuation huge hit.
In the words of Jim Cramer BUY BUY BUY
--------------------
Mike Sinek
Roto Grip Amateur Staff
Kingdom member for life
Post by: gperry on October 02, 2008, 02:44:00 PM
Pearl Cell…..
Hey Guys this ball is incredible straight out of the box!!!! I found that this ball works really well on the house patterns. It is very clean through the heads and can recover like no other. If you like the Cell you will find this ball amazing!!! I see it as a little longer than the cell, but with a sharper back end. Like the Cell it will crush pins when it gets to the pin deck, when you get it to the pocket it produces XXX’s. Just a note “I shot three 279 in my first two practice sessions with this ball†not too bad.
Greg
Roto-Grip Test Staff
Post by: BShep on October 02, 2008, 05:02:39 PM
I bowl on HPL's that have light to medium oil on a regular basis. For this, I took the ball to 4000 with polish in hopes of getting more length. I got an additional 5-6 feet in length and even more angularity on the backend. The only drawback was on a freshly stripped shot, this was way too strong in the backend.
As some others have stated, I believe this ball quite possibly will be more successful than the original because it will work for a larger variety of bowlers on a normal house shot.
Post by: JCrewsRG838 on October 02, 2008, 09:22:43 PM
Jimmy Crews
Roto Grip Amateur Staff
"King of them All"
Post by: cbizzle on October 02, 2008, 11:28:28 PM
This ball confounds me to no end. One shot kills the rack, the next it deflects like plastic. It recovers from 5 on one shot, the next it skids through the breakpoint and leaves me some nasty garbage to throw at. You get the point, this ball will cause hair loss and most people will watch you in awe when you carry one. Then ask you if you changed balls a couple shots later. If you throw this ball on lanes with lightly oiled outsides then it will probably work alright, so it would probably be decent to have in typical leagues. Just dont try this ball when you have to play in and swing to an area with oil. Try an action attack or widow pearl instead. And if you have to play deep in, i wish you better luck than i had because i left more 8-10's and 7-9's (which i had never left prior to last night) than anyone could believe.
Post by: olererack on October 04, 2008, 12:06:26 AM
The Same as the Original Cell,
I find the Cell Pearl is more versatile the it brother the Original Cell on many patterns. The Cell Pearl glides through the heads with good clean mid lane reaction.
The Cell Pearl stores it’s energy to produce a sharp movement down the lane.
With a jaw rocking punch.
This ball is the ultimate compliment to the original
The Cell Pearl Produces a very consistent reaction
On Oil Patterns medium to heavy oil with the Cell Pearl
The Results are more length. (I got an additional 3-5 feet of length )
And just as angularity on the backend with unprecedented predictability.
This is where the Original Cell shines,
Don’t Worry the Cell Pearl has the ability to produce the result you need,
With a little tweak if need the shell is very user friendly
To produce both hook and hitting power.
On freshly stripped Lane with a short Pattern the Cell Pearl is way too strong in the backend from some.
I believe The Cell Pearl might quite possibly will be more successful than the original Cell
Over all the Cell Pearl shows a wider variable variety from sport shot to normal house shot.
Heavy roll great continuation huge hit.
(the old version of skid roll hook) Adding Hit
Member of Buddies Pro shop staff
Post by: SenorRotoGrip on October 04, 2008, 11:20:33 AM
Whereas the Cell solid may have been too strong for medium to short patterns, the Pearl fits right in to give the length needed plus retain the strong hit of the solid. Bowlers with slower ball speeds should be able to use the Pearl instead of the solid with the correct layout for their game.
If you have a Cell with a layout you like, drill a Pearl with the same layout. When the solid starts to burn up, go to the Pearl.
--------------------
Senor RotoGrip
Post by: PrecisionRotoGuy on October 04, 2008, 02:42:55 PM
Post by: KENOMAN on October 04, 2008, 09:50:07 PM
Post by: mr ed 2u on October 06, 2008, 07:46:23 PM
--------------------
Ed Riffle
Roto Grip Advisory Staff
Post by: Fuse on October 07, 2008, 06:18:25 AM
Tweener with med-slow ball speed, medium axis rotation and almost no axis tilt.
Mine smelled like grapes out of the box, but it's wearing off.
Good skid with a lot of cut in the midlane. Strong and certainly continuous in the back. Compared to my lightly polished Odyssey this ball is somewhat stronger in the midlane. Compared to the Cell this one gives a similar look in less oil.
I would say it's much like an Epic Saga but with more grip.
Beautiful ball, rolling this one is a pleasure.
--------------------
Roto Grip! AWESOME
Post by: partners30 on October 07, 2008, 07:31:33 PM
Post by: MSUHoss300 on October 09, 2008, 03:57:26 PM
Layouts:
5 x 2 pin down no hole
5 x 5 pin up small hole inside PAP
I recently drilled 2 Cell Pearls and all I can say is wow. The CP clears the fronts considerably better the the original Cell. The high pin CP is a little more rolly then the low pin. The Cell Pearl seems to be a mix between the Grand Illusion and the original Cell. It has the hook potential of the Cell which to me seems to outhook everything on todays market but has the shape of the Grand Illusion, very clean through the front with a very strong continuous motion down the lane. This is definitely going to be the most hooking ball in your bag. I will probably use the Cell Pearls on Shark and Scorpion. I think the Cell Pearl adds something to the line that they didn't have before, something very strong but clean through the fronts. I see this ball being very popular on the PBA Tour, I'm sure Wes will have a few in his bag. Get used to seeing the Cell Pearl because it is soon to be the hottest ball on the market.
Post by: Onebigtwister on October 09, 2008, 06:10:51 PM
Drilling specs - 5 1/2 x 5 pin above middle finger, no axis hole.
This review is long over due, but due to the fact that finding a condition I can use this gem on was kind of difficult in my area. The Cell Pearl still has the awesome roll that the original Cell produces, but the difference is the length that is provided by the pearl along with extreme back-end. I personally have never seen a ball do what this ball does, it is so strong off the break point but yet it is rolling off the break point not just hooking. I have notice the Cell Pearl carries a lot of things that most balls wouldn’t carry, because its rolling through the pins. This is what I saw from the NEW Cell Pearl, it gives you the ability to open up the lane when nothing and I mean nothing else does, but yet still have the control that you don’t see out of today’s balls.
I have tried the Cell Pearl on a variety of conditions to give an accurate review, it took me a while to determine what condition this ball was suited best for. I cam e to the conclusion that a house type pattern will be the number one condition it excels at, but not to say you could use this on a more demanding condition. The one thing I did notice in it out of box finish is, with a condition that has a out of bounds or a no hook area to the right, the Cell Pearl could be used, the strong angular roll that it produces eliminates the out of bounds. I have never seen a ball do the things the Cell Pearl does.
The bottom line is if you put one of these in your arsenal it will give you a look that no other balls can give, which could be the difference of winning or losing. I personally have 2 in my bags already, and could add another as time goes by. My second Cell Pearl I just drilled 2 ½ X 5†with the pin 1 ¼†from VAL, but have not thrown it enough to give an accurate review, if you have any questions please feel free to send me a message.
Thanks,
Jacob Bedard
RotoGrip Staff
Post by: TBS1 on October 11, 2008, 12:21:50 PM
The Cell pearl is flat out the strongest pearl I have ever thrown. Decided to drill it 4x4 with a 2 1/2 buffer.
The read is phenominal, great through the heads, strong off the dry.
For me, I need plenty of carrydown to keep this beast from crossing the pocket.
Hope this helps!
--------------------
James McCarter
Co-Owner/Operator
The Bowlers Solution INC
Roto Grip Amateur Staff
Post by: lil League Coach on October 11, 2008, 04:25:20 PM
-Night 1: 41 ft synthetic - alot of oil in the middle 12-12 and very very light oil outside .
.Reaction- ball rolled extremely heavy and strong. This was the first night I used it but if i missed in the heavy oil it still saved enough energy in the backend to kick out the 10 pin. If I missed in the dry it never overreacted for me. This ball is a MUST BUY from Roto Grip.
- Night 2: 35 ft wood (lots of friction everywhere) and carry is a struggle as the pins are like logs. I had to play much deeper than I usually do but this ball still had enough energy to carry on a consistent basis.
OVERALL: This ball is gonna definitly be in the running for ball of the year. With the proper drilling you will be able to use this ball on 95% of the conditons you see (sport and league) for the exception of super long patterns and Bone Dry.
DRILLING: modified RICO drill pattern. Pin 1" up from center of grip cg, MB in the thumb quadrant kicked right with an axis drilled through the MB taking the Static weight to 0 side x 3/4 Finger
--------------------
TJ TROUT
PBA EAST REGIONAL MEMBER
Vise Grip Staff "choice of champions"
thomasjtrout@yahoo.com
Post by: Mikelj on October 11, 2008, 11:01:02 PM
The Cell Pearl can benefit from some head oil as you send it into the dry. This is a versatile ball and I've used it on both longer 41 foot patterns and the shorter 36 foot house shots.
For a low rev player this ball can really open up the lanes and give you the look you are wanting.
--------------------
Mike Johnston
Roto Grip Advisory Staff
Post by: Roto-Mat on October 12, 2008, 10:49:21 PM
PAP: 5.75†Over .25†Up
Average Speed: 18.5 MPH
RPM’s: 400+
Ball(s) Stats:
“Continuous†Cell Pearl
(Layed Out Using Roto-Grips “5x3†in their drilling chart)
Weight Hole: Near PAP
Personal Favorite Surface Condition: Polished or White Scotch Brite
“Trick Layout†Cell Pearl
Pin Location: 6" from PAP WAY ABOVE Ring Finger
Mass Bias Location: 45 Degrees (Above and Right of Thumb)
Weight Hole: 3.5" Over 1" Up
Personal Favorite Surface Condition: Polished or White Scotch Brite
Review:
Conditions I Would Consider Using The Ball On:
Medium/Heavy Patterns
Medium/Heavy Volumed Patterns
Clean To Slightly Carried Down Backends
Medium/Heavy Volumed House Shots
The Cell Pearl is Roto-Grip's follow up to the Cell, and in my opinion it definately lives up to the original (if not suprases it!). When the original Cell is checking up too early and the Grand Illusion isn’t able to knock out the corners, this is the ball that needs to be in your hands. Also, I’ve found myself almost addicted to the motion that the original Cell has given me, and trying to force myself to make it last longer on conditions that are not conducive for the original Cell. The Cell Pearl is the answer to these situations.
“Continuous†Cell Pearl
As in my review of the Original Cell, this is one of my most continuous balls, but a bit better at clearing heads when the Original is starting to check early and going high or leaving the flat 10s. I’ve also found this ball useful on a wider range of house shots as long as I am able to get it to the dry spot further down the lane (getting it to the dry too early can create some interesting leaves!).
“Trick Layout†Cell Pearl
Again, this is named after the Tommy Jones layout. I find this layout extremely versatile for higher rev players, and this ball really fits the bill. When I’m looking for a ball to clear the heads from inside and still make the turn, this is the ball that I can trust. This ball is the next ball out of my bag if my Original Cells are starting to burn up a bit and I have already started deep inside.
In a nut shell, if you have been holding off on trying a Roto-Grip ball, this is the one to try. You will not be disappointed!
Conditions that I would not consider using these balls on:
Fresh High Volume Patterns
Fresh Long Patterns
(I add fresh in there because I’ve found that the Cell Pearl compliments the Cell after these patterns have broken down after a few games)
Roto-Grip Balls Up or Down:
Ball Up In Reaction: Cell or an earlier drilled Cell Pearl
Ball Down In Reaction: Grand Illusion
Thank you for your time in reading this review. I hope that you have found it to be helpful. If you have any questions please feel free to PM me and I will try to help you as much as I can.
Thanks!
Mat Henning
Roto-Grip Staffer
Champions Bowling Services
--------------------
Roto-Grip Staffer
Turbo 2·N·1 Staffer
Owner/Operator of
Champions Bowling Services
Post by: speedyosh on October 13, 2008, 09:21:37 PM
PAP: 5 Over 1/2 Up
Average Speed: 16 MPH
RPM’s: 250-300
Layout: 5x3 pin up with weighthole in the finger positive quadrant
I agree with all the other reviews. The ball is clean through the fronts and very strong off the breakpoint. All the other reviewers already said everything I see. The only thing I'd like to add is that this ball is extremely fun to use. It allows me to move in deep and swing it without sacrificing carry. The only thing I have to look out for is trying not to stick with it too long when a ball change is necessary.
Post by: KANEMAN on October 15, 2008, 12:04:31 AM
Post by: EboHammer4ever on October 15, 2008, 09:56:51 AM
Roto4ever
Post by: daveozio on October 15, 2008, 11:33:22 AM
Post by: AmazingDrenz on October 15, 2008, 03:00:13 PM
THIS IS DEFINATELY NOT A HOUSE SHOT BLOCK BALL
Post by: EboHammer4ever on October 16, 2008, 11:25:41 AM
Cell Pearl
15# 4oz, 2-3" Pin, 2.25 oz top weight to start.
Layout
4 1/2" x 4" with 2 1/2" pin buffer
This put the pin to the right and above my ring finger by about 3/4", the CG about an inch above my mid-line and the MB to the right of my thumb about 2.5". Placed a weight hole 4.5" over and 1" up to get back to 3/4 ounce sideweight.
I drilled this similar to my 1st Cell Solid, 4 x 4, because I looked that reaction from that ball, but I wanted the Cell Pearl to go just a little longer like everyone has been saying.
From the few shots I threw in league, all strikes, I moved in 5 boards with
my feet and 3 with my eyes off of where I had been playing with my Mystic. I wasn't really able to through it enough to break the cover in, but from what I noticed I liked it. For me it gave me about 5 more feet down the lane before it picked up and then it had a very hard arc off the spot, not so much skid flip, but a firm arc when it turned the corner and then had the similar drive through the pocket as the original Cell. I have a second Cell Solid that is drilled 5 x 3 with 2000 grit polish on it that I have to compared the 2 but I think the Cell Pearl will be better than that one.
I plan on starting with the Cell and then switching to my Cell Pearl tomorrow in league to get a better read on the 2 then I will repost. I am bowling a tourney this week and hope there is enough oil to use the Cell Pearl.
It is by far the coolest looking ball I have thrown by the way. The yellow Cell logo and Rotogrip stand out pretty good. All I am going to do with the cover it keep it clean, I have no intention of playing with the cover on this one. I'll be interested if I can play up the boards with this one as well.
From what I see so far, tell Hank that he has another winner here. I know my friend is anxious to drill the Dimension Pearl when that one comes out.
Roto4ever
Post by: kgunit689 on October 16, 2008, 01:31:58 PM
17mph ball speed
300-330 rev rate
axis- 5 1/4> 1/4^
Drilled this one 5" from my pap under the bridge, mass bias 45 degrees.
left the surface the same although i might hit it with 4000 but we will see.
Only been able to throw this for a couple hours last night.
lanes were 40ft modified house with a decent amount of volume. With the high gloss finish this ball wasnt really a good choice on the fresh but once i was able to get a little bump spot, it kicked into gear.
it is much stronger in the midlane then i thought it would be. Clears the heads great and have a move off the spot that compares to no other ball. very strong off the bring point which is why i might put some 4000 on it. I can see myself movin in when the lanes open up and really scoring big. So far very impressed and it seems to be a great compliment to the original cell.
--------------------
Kris George
08-09 UNLV Bowling Team
www.unlvbowling.org
www.collegebowling.com
Roto grip collegiate staff
Post by: stormed1 on October 19, 2008, 04:32:10 PM
Post by: elvismat on October 19, 2008, 08:45:35 PM
Way to go Roto!
Post by: Bob Hanson on October 22, 2008, 05:12:55 PM
Post by: Craig LeMond on October 23, 2008, 08:10:27 PM
Roto Grip Staff Member
Craig LeMond
Post by: Goon on October 24, 2008, 02:53:36 PM
Post by: BrandonR on October 29, 2008, 07:10:46 PM
Bottom Line....Hank and Roger...You've done it YET AGAIN!!! I cant thank you enough for the chance to represent this company here in Columbus.
Grab this ball...as someone else said before..You Will NOT be dissappointed!
Post by: batbowler on October 31, 2008, 03:06:30 AM
--------------------
"Train a child up in the way he should go and when he is old he will "BOWL UP A STORM AND BE KING OF THEM ALL" and not turn from it."
Post by: pbacanuck on November 02, 2008, 08:15:16 PM
Post by: chappy on November 05, 2008, 03:35:05 PM
Post by: JMartin27407 on November 13, 2008, 03:24:06 AM
Pin: 5 1/2 (3" buffer)
MB: 35 degrees
Surface: 4000 abralon no polish
When laying this ball out I was looking for something between my cell and my grand illusion. After throwing it will the box finish on it I saw that it was a little too angular for what I was looking for. Once I changed the surface to 4000 it matched up perfectly. Still much cleaner than my cell and less angular than my GI. Really excels for me on tougher patterns later in the blocks.
This is a great ball choice for almost any bowler. It is clean enough for your rev dominate players but yet strong enough for in the back for the speed dominate players.
Another great ball by Roto-Grip!!
Jimmy Martin
Post by: gshcoach on November 13, 2008, 08:56:07 AM
--------------------
Winner,Winner,chicken dinner!
J.E.T.S. Jets,Jets,Jets.
Post by: opie161 on November 13, 2008, 10:36:02 PM
Post by: srlunatic on November 16, 2008, 12:18:55 PM
I have been able to use my Cell Pearl on a couple of different occasions:
1) The THS: - Wed night league...typical Xmas Tree House Pattern. Played the oil line around 12 and couldn't miss...the amazing part is the consistency off a Pearl off the breakpoint. Others were having trouble with a bit of transition and my Cell Pearl just ignored it and let me remain firmly in the pocket. The carry is quite remarkable. I few shots I came a bit around the ball and was for certain I was going to shoot the 10...and the CP punched it out. I was able to make small moves inside as the lanes dried to keep the pocket. 768 with a 289 (little slow for a 4 pin). Should have been much more but user error was the problem. For a THS this ball is a complete monster.
2) PBA Experience - Our first week was The Shark ...44 feet. Started with my regular Cell for Game 1 and part of Game 2 as I started to get early roll and a bit of burn out with the Cell playing 18-12. Changed over to the Cell Pearl and played the same line and shot 640 for my last 3. Was the perfect compliment to the Cell for when the Cell was too much. Again the consistancy and the hitting power was quite amazing to me. People were in shock I could use a pearl on such a big oil pattern. The next week was the Chameleon and I started with my Horizon Solid straight up 8 for 2 games. As soon as it was starting to read early went to the CP and stayed right there for the last 3 games...another 600+ again with great consistency and great hitting power.
3) Sport Condition 3-1/37 feet. CP was a monster straight up the 5 board. Played that line for all 6 games and only made minor hand position changes. Was high (over 30+ bowlers) with 60 over. Again slight mistakes with release left some corner pins or would have been much better. The consistency off the break point is truly the selling point for me.
Overall I think the CP is truly a remarkable and versitile ball that can be used pretty much on anything but extremes. People seeing my CP and how consistent and how well it hits have started to get on the bandwagon here in Germany. Starting to see more and more CP. Great ball at a great price from a great company!
Thanks for your time!
Mike
--------------------
“Every now and then when your life gets complicated and the weasels start closing in, the only cure is to load up on heinous chemicals and then drive like a b@$tard from Hollywood to Las Vegas ... with the music at top volume and at least a pint of ether.â€
Post by: partners30 on November 20, 2008, 08:30:41 AM
--------------------
John Morvant
Lafayette, LA
Post by: tomcat on November 22, 2008, 03:51:39 PM
Post by: DMont on November 22, 2008, 04:19:54 PM
Post by: Greensman3 on November 23, 2008, 09:03:30 PM
3 to 3.5" pin and top weight at 2 to 2.5 oz. Used the 5X3 B drilling with pin directly right of fingers. I am truly impressed with this ball. I even bought another one. I am also a dedicated user of the NV line and Mo's products, but now I must say ROTO GRIP has got a HOLD on me!
I highly recommend this ball and feel you too will be pleased and impressed!
I am medium speed, medium revs, and have a higher track, but feel if you layout and drill this ball to your own characteristics you will be happy.
T Almond
Port Angeles, WA.
Post by: orangeplasticbird27 on December 07, 2008, 02:33:45 AM
This ball is awesome. It's a homerun like the original Brunswick Inferno, the 1st AMF Nighthawk, and the first time you saw a cranker throw the Hammer Black Widow on a fresh house shot.
If your looking for a go-to, stay with, gotta have ball, I don't think you should look any further. I might go so far as to say the Cell Solid, compliments the Cell Pearl - - instead of the reverse. Oh yeah, did I mention it's actually affordable? Imagine that! Arguably the best ball on the market won't set you back $250 - - you can knock $70 bucks off of that - - listen up Elite (they might make great balls, but most of us with jobs will never know), I'm talking to you!
Anyway, I love it, and its one of the first balls I don't mind cleaning.
It's predictable, clean thru the front, handles carry down like a champ, drives the pocket, and throws pins all-around and up-side down.
Post by: tloy on January 08, 2009, 07:20:46 PM
Update 3-11-09 Shot 232, 236 and 300 for 768 tonight in my 2nd shift league. My 3rd 300 with RG. The best equipment period....
Todd Loy
Roto Grip King of Them All!!!!
Post by: jwhaleyii on January 21, 2009, 04:49:08 AM
-----P-----
--o-o------
----C------
---o-RG----
This ball is absolutely awesome. This is the best ball i have ever thrown in 10 yrs of bowling and i have had tons of ball in that time. Buy one now if you don't need a ball or aren't looking for a new one buy this ball anyway. I can use it on every kind pattern except for dry stuff and it gets it done. It also is extremely forgiving you definitely have some room to miss with this ball. Rotogrip could not have done a better job. I contest that right now that anyone can make a ball better than this.
Outstanding job Rotogrip and go Wes Malott!!!!
--------------------
Rotogrip Cell
Rotogrip Cell Pearl
Storm Fired Up
Columbia 300 Jazz
Post by: mcgoo32 on February 17, 2009, 11:26:03 AM
RotoGrip is King of them All
Post by: wsubowler768 on February 19, 2009, 06:28:30 PM
Post by: kruzicka on February 24, 2009, 10:54:17 PM
On heavier oil, it seems to go a bit too long and not finish as well. On most other conditions, it gives me the best look of anything in my bag. I highly recommend this ball for all kinds of medium conditions.
http://s99.photobucket.com/albums/l308/unobowler01/?action=view¤t=DSCN12280018.jpg
--------------------
Kristen Ruzicka
Sophomore
University of Nebraska Omaha
Storm/Roto Grip Collegiate Program
wwww.unomavsbowling.com
Post by: taylorgerard on February 24, 2009, 11:12:31 PM
I first used my Cell Pearl on the house pattern at our home center, which is dry on the outsides and heavy in the middle. I have also thrown it on shorter patterns. The Cell Pearl gives me good reaction on these patterns. It also gives me quite a bit of room on the lanes on a house shot.
The Cell Pearl is my favorite ball to use on shorter or house patterns. It goes longer on the lanes than the Cell and has a sharper break point.
The Cell Pearl is the first ball I grab out of my bag. I would definitely recommend this RotoGrip ball for short conditions.
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fs99.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fl308%2Funobowler01%2F%3Faction%3Dview%26current%3DDSCN12320022.jpg&h=1817362d6d5397153650b5974b574b96
--------------------
Taylor Gerard
Sophomore
University of Nebraska Omaha
RotoGrip Collegiate Program
www.unomavsbowling.com
Post by: Black Label on February 27, 2009, 11:34:42 PM
15 LBS 4 0z
Surface: 1500 polished
PAP 5 3/4 1/4 under
I have never tried a ball twice but?...I punched one of these up late last year for a 44ft and 48ft regional pattern..I hated the ball..it was over under and rolled like a square. I sold it the first chance I got and really wondered why i didn't like the ball. I've heard and seen nothing but good things. My conclusion: The Layout I used was just simply too strong for my hand..I was just burning the ball up. Layout 4 3/4" pin to pap, pin under my ring finger MB bout 50 degrees. Weight hole on the val
I got a another one a few days ago...I just had to try this ball again. I laid this one out 6" pin to pap, 5 mb to pap..pin up from the mid-line 3 3/4"...The result SKID, (Revs up) and flips!! I have yet see this ball roll out, or fail to rev up...Man this is the ball
This ball is so ugly on the lane...Its so quick off the breakpoint..but it's very controllable, very angular, and has superior carry..I feel that the THS that I bowl on is too weak for this ball...
PROS/CONS
I feel it needs a good amount of oil to tame it down for me or I feel the pattern would need to be flatter to allow me to square up and go up the boards with this ball. Surface prep would be my next option if I wanted to utilize it on a THS.
--------------------
If you see em lookin while you rollin, then you probably got em in a bracket...
Post by: nwboyce on March 03, 2009, 11:44:15 AM
Drilled up with a 4 1/2 pin, 6 X 5 modded layout and I play from deep inside.
This ball is a monster! I had originally purchased it planning on placing a weak layout on it, but was convinced by my pro shop to go with something stronger. Out of the bag I shot 727 on a sport shot. It carries hard and doesn't stop driving through the deck. That can hurt you because the only issue I've seen is that if you catch too much dry sometimes you'll leave a nice ringing 9-pin. On a condition where I was struggling to get my Virtual Gravity to carry I switched to the pearl and threw the next 9 to finish with a 267. Carry down is no problem for this ball.
A must have ball for any house shot. It's a solid ball for sport conditions if you keep your had firm and your speed stable.
Post by: joeysez on April 09, 2009, 12:32:04 PM
--------------------
Joe Paolucci Jr.
Post by: Dino on April 15, 2009, 11:57:27 AM
Post by: Housequake on May 02, 2009, 06:07:07 AM
Post by: kbrown on May 26, 2009, 05:17:18 PM
I purchased my Cell Pearl from Mike Wolfe in Louisville, KY at Executive lanes where he has a pro-shop. I had Mike drill the ball real strong, placing the pin below the ring finger because I do not put alot of hand behind the ball. The ball is very consistent going down the lanes then turns very clean towards the head pin. The ball enters the head like a bull in a China shop"NOT MUCH LEFT STANDING!!!" I own 11 bowling balls right now all drilled a little differently for the situation of the lanes and this one is the most consistent of all of them. If you are in the market for a new ball keep this one in mind as you look, it might be the best purchase you can make!!!! Good luck Mike...
Post by: rotogrip_rick on July 15, 2009, 05:03:59 PM
--------------------
ROTO GRIP RULES!!! YOU KNOW IT!!!
Post by: Bigmike on July 22, 2009, 06:15:59 PM
Lay Out: 4.5" from PAP at 80* PAP angle and 25* VAL angle, the RG ended up in my thumb. The pin ended up above my ring finger about an inch. There is a weight hole on my axis of 7/8" about 2" deep.
Surface: I have used it box and left it shined.
Purpose: I was trying to duplicate a layout I had on a Gravity Shift that I really liked. I wanted a stronger pearl that read the mids and then layed off some on the back.
Lane condition Observations: I have thrown this mainly on league patterns, but did give it a try on the US Open pattern I bowled on on in a sweeper. This ball does pick up nicely in the mids and rolls thru the pins almost like a forward roll. I am able to get away with some miss inside of my target with the layout slowing down the ball for me quite nicely.
Final thoughts: The Cell Pearl is a nice compliment to it's predecessor, the Cell. It shows some of the same charachteristics and I can see why Wes Malott threw it on TV constantly this past PBA season. This is a great add to any arsenal.
--------------------
"Why don''t you call me sometime.....when you have no class" ~~Rodney Dangerfield to his college professor in Back to School ~~1986
Mike Craig - Storm Products Pro Shop staff -Columbus, OH
Post by: Bigmike on August 10, 2009, 04:49:25 PM
Lay Out: 5" from PAP at 30* PAP angle and 65* VAL angle, the RG ended up just past my axis. The pin ended up under my ring finger about an 1/2". There is a 7/8" weight hole down my axis 2", 2" deep. I just missed the RG by less that a half an inch with the hole.
Surface: I have used it 4000abr.
Purpose: I was trying to duplicate a layout I had on a second Gravity Shift that I really liked. I wanted something that read early and set up so I could square up on higher friction surfaces and shorter patterns.
Lane condition Observations: I have thrown this so far on our league pattern and this ball reads early and strong. I was able to move in since the pair had some lineage on it. I had no problem getting the ball to roll. If I let it into the friction too early, it would ping. Part of that is the layout, part of that is the surface. I will be trying this one out on the PBAX Chameleon this week so I will post more information.
Final thoughts: I am waiting to see what tweaks can be done to this one to get it to fit in a slot for me. Since the Cell Pearl is a great ball, I have faith this will fit once I figure out the surface and when to break this out.
--------------------
"Why don''t you call me sometime.....when you have no class" ~~Rodney Dangerfield to his college professor in Back to School ~~1986
Mike Craig - Storm Products Pro Shop staff -Columbus, OH
Post by: rotogrip_rick on September 08, 2009, 11:29:08 PM
--------------------
ROTO GRIP RULES!!! YOU KNOW IT!!!
RICK MITCHELL
COLONY PARK LANES NORTH
Post by: sarahbeanie on January 18, 2010, 07:39:30 PM
Post by: the pooh on January 19, 2010, 11:18:17 AM
This layout and surface gets good length through the heads, has a quick transition,and hard arc on the backend. It does just what I wanted it to, when I have to move inside 4th, 5th, or 6th arrow. It saves enough energy to get the ten out from those deep angles.
Like all Cells,the ball is very responsive to drillings and surface prep and can be used by many styles. I feel the Cells, in general ,are one of the greatest core designs to come along in many years!
--------------------
the pooh
Post by: zdog0455 on February 05, 2010, 02:05:07 PM
Post by: bobo1 on March 11, 2010, 11:10:15 PM
Has a limited shelf life. Both balls died.
Post by: rotogrip_rick on May 29, 2010, 12:24:34 PM
--------------------
Rick Mitchell
Roto-Grip Staff Member
Post by: Ehudakineyah on October 18, 2010, 07:59:39 AM
Average: 219
Style: 2 Handed/Right
Ball Speed: 21-22 Mph
RPM: 600-650
Layout: 50 x 4" x 30
Shots Thrown On:
Route 66
Route 66 (Shortened)
Shark
Shark (Modified) at "Texas Station, Vegas NV"
Cheetah
Scorpion
Scorpion (Modified)
Typical House Shot at "Orleans, Vegas NV"
Had this ball as one of my main One Handed bowling balls back in the day. Just recently re-pitched the fingers to throw it 2 handed but with the same layout.
All i can say it that, "I love this ball."
was my strike and spare ball before. Could play pretty much any type of shot with it, just mattered what shot they had out that day. Down the rail or over the gutter. Could play pretty much anywhere.This ball goes down the lane smoothly and has a strong snap in the backend of the lanes. The ball hits hard, and carry's very well even comparing to current bowling balls on the market now.
Very Versatile ball, Deadly in the hands of any type of bowler. Hits great. If you dont have one now, i suggest you go and grab one
One of the Great balls by "Roto-Grip" you guys never dissapoint.
Rating 9.75/10
- Keene Inafuku
--------------------
(October 17th, 2010) Zero Average now lol (reset my "iBowlStrike" App after 112 Games)
Current Arsenal:
Storm 2Furious (Polished)
Storm Invasion (Polished)
Storm Black Ice
Ebonite Mission 2.0
Track 607A SE
Brunswick Wild Ride
Post by: danprince10 on January 30, 2011, 07:09:06 PM
ME
Revs: 300 Rpm
Speed: 16 Mph
LANE CONDITION
Length: 38'
Volume: Medium
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
COMMENTS
Likes: The ball goes long and makes an absolute turn towards the pocket, calling it a snap would be an understatement. The continuation through the pins is absolutely amazing. I carry more bad light hits and heavy shots with this ball then anything else I have ever thrown. Best ball I have ever had.
Dislikes: If I get slow It can result in worse leaves than normal because it turns so hard at the end. The continuation is so rediculous that I've probably left more solid nine pins with this ball than my other two balls combined. But the fact that it carries the corners, 4 pins, and 8 pins so much better than my other stuff, its well well worth it to leave an occasional stone 9. Don't get me wrong leaving stone nines with this is not frequent at all, its just I'd probably only left one or two in my whole life before this ball.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Arsenal
Brunswick Power Groove
Roto Grip Cell Pearl
Brunswick Target Zone
Post by: Meg on February 25, 2011, 09:03:24 AM
LANE CONDITION
Length:
Volume:
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):
COMMENTS
Likes: I like this ball very much! I am averaging 180 or so with it. I had a friend bowler comment the other night about how this ball hits the pins on the deck. If I remember to throw it correctly it clears them all at once.
Dislikes:
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS