Innovation, Versatility, and Superior Performance defines the Horizon SolidTM. This newest release from Roto GripTM is sure to be one of the most sought after balls of the year for several reasons.

First of all, it comes to you at a performance price. Roto GripTM has a history of bringing you some of the best performance priced products over the last several years. We pride ourselves in giving you more "bang for the buck" than anyone and this one delivers yet again.

Second, we utilize the HeliosTM core found in the original HorizonTM. This single density symmetrical core boasts a lower RG for mid-lane read along with a medium to high Differential for that strong continuation down the lane. That translates into pin shattering carry from any angle.

Finally, We surround the powerful core with our most versatile solid coverstock to date Ultimate GripTM. Versatility is the key to this shell. The 800 machine finish gives you all the traction you want in oil as well as superior traction on the backend. Add some polish and you can create more length and even stronger backend motion on those lighter volume patterns.



Specifications


Factory Finish  800- Machine Sanded  
Track Flare Potential  5 Inches  
Lane Condition  Medium - Heavy Oil  
Cover Stock  Ultimate Griptm Reactive  
Weight Block  Heliostm Core  
Color  Crimson / Black  
D-Scale  75 -78  
Available Weights  10 -16 Pounds

Core Dynamics

WEIGHTS  RG  DIFFERENTIAL  
16 lb.  2.46 (Low)  .048 (High)  
15 lb.  2.47 (Low)  .052 (High)  
14 lb.  2.49 (Low)  .051 (High)  
12-13 lb.  2.60 (High)  .032 (Med)  
10-11 lb.  2.67 (High)  .018 (Med)  

15#er  2.5"pin
Tommy Jones layout: high pin, about 3" higher than fingers, and 2" right of ring finger (cg in ring finger) X-hole on pap

I've had this ball for well over a year. Rarely got to use it because it is an oiler, and I rarely see heavy oil anymore. So it just sat on my rack. Probably had only used it 4 or 5 times. After about 6 months of non-use, the ball developed a crack in it, from the finger holes, all the way around the ball, to my balance hole. I was very disappointed to say the least. Anyway the good people at RotoGrip advised me to take it back to my driller. I did. My driller, Gary Parsons fixed it in less than a week, and after discussing my difficulties with using the ball, we settled on the drilling listed above.

First off, this ball is a monster. The problem I had in using this ball on heavy oil, was....I couldn't control it. The ball is very smooth, but deceptively strong! It was so contiuous on the backend, I could only use it on the fresh shot, and then I'd have to put it away.

Now mind you, the original drilling I had on this ball was 4x4 stacked, which made this a beast. IMO this ball is every bit as strong as a Widow, and more continuous thru the pocket area.

With the drilling I now have on this ball, it has become my go-to piece. It is the 1st ball out of my bag, and some nights I use it all three games.

The coverstock makes this ball smooth as silk! I can use it on heavy oil, medium oil, and just recently have had success on lite oil as well! The core on this ball is magnificent. It is strong, yet predictable.

The past 5 weeks I have shot many great sets with this ball. I bowl in three leagues:

Monday nite- medium hvy condition= 639,634,648,612,624
Tuesday nite- lite oil(dryish)= 644,558,549,546,552
Saturday nite- medium oil= 706,648,693,621,656

The drilling allows this ball to push extemely long, which then allows for me to take advantage of the strong core/coverstock combination. It gives me area, it gives me control, and it is so smooth, it's unbelievable. I love this ball.
I don't throw with a lot of speed. I am consistently at 15.8mph. I am also rev dominant.

You may wonder why I bothered to post a bunch of middling 500 scores above. That is my toughest league, and my toughest condition to bowl on. I have only averaged 175 in there all year long. Do the math. I am very happpy now.

This ball is indeed a sleeper, every bit as good, and better than a Widow in my opinion. I have thrown the Widow, and did not like it, due to it's unpredictability. The Widow is nowhwere near as smooth as the HS, on all accounts. And I have only seen one person attempt to throw a Widow in my Tuesday nite league, all year long. I use my Horizon Solid, every week there now.

If you ever get a chance to pick one of these babies up,.....do yourself a favor and get it. It will be well worth your while. I love this ball.
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