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Mars...inital impressions
« on: February 08, 2009, 11:46:48 AM »
Hi All,

First of all, thanks to Roger for getting this piece out to me to try out.

The new MARS from Roto-Grip uses a hybrid version of the Sure Grip II cover.  Here are a few pictures:

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/ff328/videoballreviews/Mars%20and%20Rogue%20Cell/105_0576.jpg

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/ff328/videoballreviews/Mars%20and%20Rogue%20Cell/105_0577.jpg

I went with a 4.25 x 3.75 layout (Pin is in my ring finger).  I threw this ball friday night in league, and really liked what i saw out of this ball.  The Mars allowed me to take a nice step right and play real close to the friction, yes there are plenty of balls on the market that will allow me to do this, but this ball really eliminated the over under i normally see when i try and camp out at that part of the lane.  The ball rolled consistently off the dry on misses right and sat real nice on missed shots in.

This ball will fit perfectly between the neptune and pluto and will be a great bang for your buck.  The shield line from roto grip in my opinion is now the most well rounded line up at its price point in the market.  Value, shelf appeal, and consistent performance...what more could you want?

ALSO: I also recieved the new Rogue Cell

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/ff328/videoballreviews/Mars%20and%20Rogue%20Cell/105_0578.jpg

http://i536.photobucket.com/albums/ff328/videoballreviews/Mars%20and%20Rogue%20Cell/105_0579.jpg

I didn't see near enough volume for this beast so i put it away pretty quickly...once im able to throw it more, ill let you guys know what i think.

SOOO who wants a video?
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jbuzz31

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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #16 on: February 09, 2009, 04:37:03 PM »
that mars looks pretty sweet.
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #17 on: February 09, 2009, 05:05:23 PM »
Ok we have an idea of a release date for the Rouge but hey Roger how about a date that the Mars will be released and how about some specs on both balls. What do you say it could be your Valentine gift to BR?
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #18 on: February 09, 2009, 06:06:33 PM »
I think i can help you guys out with the numbers you are looking for...hopefully i retype these correctly so dont hold me to them

Rogue Cell
Factory Finish:4000 Abralon
Track Flare Potential: 7 Plus Inches
Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
Coverstock: Cytoplasmic XL Hybrid Reactive
Weight Block: Nucleus Core in 14-16lb
Modified Nucleus core in 12 and 13lb
Color: Sky Blue/Purple/Royal Pearl

16lb - 2.52 RG - .048 Diff - .017 MB Diff - 5 Second 60* Spin Time
15lb - 2.52 RG - .056 Diff - .018 MB Diff - 6 Second 60* Spin Time
14lb - 2.57 RG - .046 Diff - .015 MB Diff - 7 Second 60* Spin Time
13lb - 2.62 RG - .037 Diff - .011 MB Diff - N/A Second 60* Spin Time
12lb - 2.68 RG - .027 Diff - .007 MB Diff - N/A Second 60* Spin Time


MARS
Factory Finish:1500 Polished
Track Flare Potential: 2 Inches
Lane Condition: Medium Oil
Coverstock: Sure Grip II Hybrid Reactive
Weight Block: Orbiter Core in 14-16lb
Modified Orbiter core in 10-13lb
Color: Black/Orange

16lb - 2.60 RG - .020 Diff
15lb - 2.61 RG - .018 Diff
14lb - 2.63 RG - .017 Diff
13lb - 2.67 RG - .017 Diff
12lb - 2.67 RG - .017 Diff
11lb - 2.73 RG - .012 Diff
10lb - 2.77 RG - .015 Diff
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #19 on: February 09, 2009, 07:41:01 PM »
Britton, thanks for all the information on the new balls. Now, lets start seeing those videos. =]
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #20 on: February 09, 2009, 08:05:11 PM »
Awesome thanks and thanks for the vidoes to come. Cannot wait.
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #21 on: February 09, 2009, 08:24:03 PM »
so does this mean your coming out of retirement britton?
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #22 on: February 09, 2009, 08:32:39 PM »
quote:
so does this mean your coming out of retirement britton?
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Somewhat...announcement coming soon...i just uploaded a redesigned version of my website, still under construction but its getting there!
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #23 on: February 10, 2009, 07:26:20 AM »
quote:


Somewhat...announcement coming soon...i just uploaded a redesigned version of my website, still under construction but its getting there!


 sweet.  now you just need somebody yelling "Yo Adrian"
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #24 on: February 10, 2009, 07:43:41 AM »
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quote:
so does this mean your coming out of retirement britton?
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Somewhat...announcement coming soon...i just uploaded a redesigned version of my website, still under construction but its getting there!
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Great news, Britton! Congrats!

(Knew you were a ball junkie just like so many of us. )

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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #25 on: February 10, 2009, 03:58:40 PM »
hey britton i just wanted to tell you i think that the banger part of the site has a problem.  Just wanted to help out
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #26 on: February 11, 2009, 06:41:04 PM »
whats the release date for this ball? I cant find any info at all.

thanks!
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #27 on: February 11, 2009, 07:18:53 PM »
I hate teasers.
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #28 on: February 11, 2009, 09:09:06 PM »
Sounds like someone has gone to work for Storm/Roto Grip.
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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #29 on: February 12, 2009, 01:08:22 PM »
stooped by to see my bud at his shop today and he had one he's going to drill up for himself.the ball looks fluorescent pink,black and had some purple pearl in it.he also told me it's a pearl particle ball,same cover as the rouge.just passing along what I was told.
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jbuzz31

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Re: Mars...inital impressions
« Reply #30 on: February 12, 2009, 01:11:50 PM »
quote:
stooped by to see my bud at his shop today and he had one he's going to drill up for himself.the ball looks fluorescent pink,black and had some purple pearl in it.he also told me it's a pearl particle ball,same cover as the rouge.just passing along what I was told.
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except is not a particle pearl and not the same cover as the rogue cell.

did you even read the original post?
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