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DuckFan

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Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« on: September 10, 2008, 04:01:53 AM »
Pretty much decided on getting either the RF or SF. which one is the better benchmark type ball?
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twister

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #1 on: September 10, 2008, 01:56:30 PM »
Sure Fire by far
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blackburn1436

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #2 on: September 10, 2008, 01:59:51 PM »
i'd go with the rapid this is the best ball i've owned in years maybe the most versatile aslo!
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JMORRIS

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2008, 02:03:22 PM »
I have both.  Rapid Fire has been the better ball for me, by far.


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Hogsharley

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #4 on: September 10, 2008, 02:03:45 PM »
Bowlingball.com has the Surefire for sale today for $79.99 with free shipping. It's today Striking Value.
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rvmark

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2008, 02:13:33 PM »
To really answer that question, what kind of lane conditions are most commone for you to play on?  What line are you looking at playing?  Everyone's definition of "benchmark ball" is not the same.  I have thrown both but find the Sure Fire to be my "benchmark ball"  this does not mean it is the first ball out of my bag (that is a Grand Illuision), but it is the ball that I can throw on most any lane condition to get a read on how the lanes are playing.  So are looking for the first ball out of the bag or a benchmark ball as I described.

Mark
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DuckFan

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #6 on: September 10, 2008, 02:37:47 PM »
Lane conditions are as follows: THS Oiled to 37ft buffed to 40. Medium oil 10 to 10. I feel most comfortable playing 3rd arrow out to about 6 but I'm trying to be more versatile so I can play anywhere on the lane.

I have slightly above average speed and I'm somewhere in between a cranker and a tweener so I'm told. My revs and speed match up pretty well. I do however have a medium to low track.

I am thinking about using either layout #1 (On Storm drill sheet) 5" to PAP  with MB on track next to thumb hole or layout #2 4 1/4 inches to PAP with MB placed along PAL.

What I'm ultimately looking for is a control ball. Smooth arch type reaction (on above lane condition)that won't over or under react. This will be my primary ball until I can get another piece which won't be for another couple months.


Edited on 9/10/2008 2:39 PM
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Brickguy221

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #7 on: September 10, 2008, 08:01:12 PM »
Rapid Fire is solid reisn and no filler with a lighter weight core just like Legend/Lanemaster balls are.
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Stormkid84

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #8 on: September 10, 2008, 08:36:14 PM »
IMHO i would go with the Sure Fire.  The Hybrid coverstock is very tweekable.  I feel they can be played with more than others to get the exact reaction your looking for.
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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #9 on: September 10, 2008, 09:51:13 PM »
Sure Fire. One of the better benchmark balls I've used in awhile and very versatile. It's stronger than Storm made it out to be but it's very good on fresh oil and when you come across any carrydown.
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Sasch

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #10 on: September 11, 2008, 07:28:37 AM »
Rapid Fire, one of best balls I've ever thrown.
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Gazoo

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #11 on: September 11, 2008, 08:16:49 AM »
Sure Fire. Can be used on almost any condition, and is effective playing inside or out. As close to a one ball arsenal as you will find.
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rvmark

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #12 on: September 11, 2008, 08:46:31 AM »
If you can it would be nice to be able to throw both balls and choose from there if that is possible.

 If that is not possible given the conditions you are throwing on and the line you like to throw I would still lean towards the Sure Fire, I have found it to be and extremely versatile ball that react well to changes in surface.

In the end with what you could purchase a new Sure Fire for on closeout I would look at picking one on closeout and with the money you save then maybe you could look at a second ball for you lineup a little quicker.

Just my 2 cents.

Good luck, either way I do not think you could go wrong!

Mark




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DuckFan

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #13 on: September 11, 2008, 02:32:44 PM »
I want to thank all of you for your input.

Edited on 9/11/2008 2:33 PM
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dolbydigital

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Re: Rapid Fire or Sure Fire
« Reply #14 on: September 11, 2008, 04:24:21 PM »
my choice would be the rapid fire cos i find that the surefire is more suitable for heavier oil conditions
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