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Threat
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
Ball NPS Score: Not Available
Hook Rating: (Dull-Polished) 27-20


Length (1-10): 7


Backend (1-10): 6.5


Core Technology: Modified TRICORE Technology


Core Power Rating (1-10): 7


Radius of Gyration: 2.50


Differential: .042


Coverstock: WOW 2 Pearl


Color: Purple/Silver/Black Multicolor

Friction Rating (1-10): 7

Factory Finish: Polished

Recommended Polish: Track Magic - Clean N Polish

Reaction Shape: Strong Arc

Lane Condition: Medium

Available Weights: 14-16 lbs. TRICORE Technology, 12-13 lbs. Core2 Technology

 

Charlie Lacy

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Re: Threat
« Reply #1 on: February 25, 2003, 09:24:10 AM »
I found that the Threat is a good addition to the Track line
in that it gets through the heads clean with better than average
backend. Mine was drilled 4 1/2 by 3 1/2 and with the pearlized
cover gets far enough down the lane to release hard. Bowling on
light head oil I can play deep and cross boards with consistant
hard backend. On oil-dry pattern this ball will play up the
boards well and have a very defined but controlled angle into
the pocket. It has the hit of the original but with better
length and hook.

L.D. Gray (Wu-Shu)

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Re: Threat
« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2003, 10:53:55 AM »
Very impressive piece of equipment from Track, I have had some problems with several non-performing pearl particle pieces. This is a ball that I would pick out of the bag first. I'm a old school tweener (Love going up the boards), but will swing if I have to. (with this ball I could carry from a variety of angles) The pearlized WOW shell with the Triton Heat weight block gave me control/length and impressive hitting.

Drilling: Stacked Leverage with a 3 inch pin
          Weight Hole 1 1/2 inches below PAP

Lane Conditions: Synthetics
                 38' oil (28 units in ctr)



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Re: Threat
« Reply #3 on: March 04, 2003, 03:49:36 PM »
Great ball. Gets through the fronts real well. It hits like a truck. You can use it on most lane conditions. This is a ball you should always have in your bag.

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Re: Threat
« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2003, 10:47:43 AM »
What can't you say about this ball, a remake of one of the winningest balls in the history of the PBA.

I drilled mine with the pin 4 inches from the axis and a hole on the VAL to help get it started. This was designed to give me more midlane movement, however I am amazed at how much angle this ball created. I was never a big fan of the original, don't think I ever gave it a chance for me. However this ball is quickly becoming one of the first balls out of my bag. I can see me having a couple of these drilled differently to do a couple of different things.


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Re: Threat
« Reply #5 on: March 08, 2003, 10:23:50 AM »
Another strong product from Track! I have thrown it only about 10-12 games and the ball is very strong. Great for playing deep inside, the carry is exceptional from all angles and it is very good through the heads. A side note, is that it will read lane changes very quickly. If you feel like you threw it well and it went high or skidded move your feet. Love the ball and I am pleased with it's spot in my Arsenal.

God Bless and Good Bowling to all.
God Bless

Shawn Flanary A.K.A. SAW

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Re: Threat
« Reply #6 on: March 09, 2003, 07:44:30 PM »
just pick up this ball' drilled it with the pin under the ring finger cg 1" inch to the right of the midline went to the bowl in league last night wood lanes xmas tree pattern 38 feet dry back ends this ball thrown with two different releases ball responded fantastic just like my old triton heat that i am replacing after buying other new equipment this ball is a 10 and would advise others who wants a ball with a lot of pop check it out it can open the lane for you GOOD JOB TRACK

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Re: Threat
« Reply #7 on: March 26, 2003, 09:20:07 AM »
Good all around ball, reminds me of the famous Triton Heat.

definate go to ball when the heads start to go away.

8.75-10

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Re: Threat
« Reply #8 on: April 03, 2003, 10:11:40 PM »
Holy Shasta!
This ball is amazing.  Had it drilled for length with a strong arc, and it does deliver.  My house has probably med-heavy oil, and this baby does the job.  It is a strong ball, but those with speed and little revs might want to stay away.  This ball needs some time to react, and if you get it right, it will pay you dearly.  Since it can read the lanes so well, all you have to do is make a few adjustments and you are set.  It sends the pins flying, too.

9.9999/10  Purple?  I wished that the thrash colors were on this bad boy.

Rileybowler

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Re: Threat
« Reply #9 on: April 05, 2003, 06:59:32 PM »
Picked this ball up last week never had owned anything from tract but was quite impressed. I had it drilled for length first 4 shots strikes goes long looks great going down lane then hooks sharp with good power. Only problem I had with it is if I threw the ball too hard would not break well. I think this is a very very good ball haven't bowled but 5 or 6 games but if I had it to do again the only thing I'd do different is buy it sooner
Carl
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Re: Threat
« Reply #10 on: April 21, 2003, 05:28:13 AM »
Ball with a 3" Pin, drilled 4 x 4, no balance hole, box finish

This ball is everything the Heat was and some. It's a brilliant control ball, arcing very predictably on the backend whilst clearing the front of the lane every delivery. It's pearl shell ensures good clearance from the heads and would be great on the dry.

With only about 2" of flare this ball offered excellent carry keeping the pins the low. It has a simple yet strong syemtrical weight block which comes from the original Heat from 1997 which to date still holds obscene amounts of records for scoring and TV shows on the PBA. The ball has been in demand for ages and for the people who remember the Heat, this is a Heat on steroids which will last alot longer (better shell durability).

Whilst it is controllable it will continue to drive through te pin deck (almost left the 8-10 flush last night). Probably one of the most predicatable balls I have ever bowled with and an essential part of my arsenal as it gives me some more options on the dryer conditions instead of throwing more speed.

Hook rating: 6/10 box
Backend finish: 7/10 box

Bowlers Journal said it was the best release of the year as the WOW2 coverstock allows bowlers to sand it for early turn or leave it box for great length. A truly versatile ball that anyone will control and you don't have to sell your children to buy it.

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Re: Threat
« Reply #11 on: April 30, 2003, 09:09:14 AM »
I picked up my Threat about 3 weeks ago, and thus far I have 15 league games on it.  I've played to about a 185 average for the past year since I came back to bowling, with minor fluctuations.  Of my 15 games on the Threat, 10 of them are 200 are better, 3 of the sets are 600 are better and a fourth was 598.  Last night I shot a 234-200-268 for my first 700 series.

The pro shop didn't have a ball in stock with the pin they wanted to give me, so I had a choice between one with a 2" pin and one with a 5" pin.  After some discussion, we decided on the 2" pin ball, and drilled it for a very strong midlane reaction.  This is my first pearlized ball so it took me a bit to get used to the line I need to play with it.  My Threat goes very long and makes a late, hard move to the pocket.  In my house I usually stand with my right foot on the 18 board, and use between 10-12 board as my target, swinging out to around the 5 board.  

The difference in reaction on the oily/dry part of the lane is fairly dramatic - this ball won't do a whole lot in the oil, but give it some dry boards to work with and it moves, dramatically.  The cleaner the backends the more angular the move.

Carry is excellent, especially on light hits.  I did leave two solid 8's last night on flush hits.  In both instances the 5 went straight back.  

This is an excellent ball and I highly recommend it.    10 out of 10.

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Re: Threat
« Reply #12 on: May 06, 2003, 10:15:57 PM »
what a smooth ball this is! great control,goes long, hard hitting and all at a fair price. what gets my attention is the way it throws the pins  around. light hits carry real well flush just blows the rack. on a regular house shot 42ft oil down and taperd this ball goes real long and saves its energy for the back end.even moderate carry down it cuts through with just a change of ball speed. another great track ball. i give it a 9

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Re: Threat
« Reply #13 on: June 24, 2003, 03:11:43 PM »
This ball is a great complement to my RevMaster.  This one is drilled up 5x4 1/2 with a 3 1/2 inch pin out.  This ball goes long and snaps.  Carries a lot of hits and 2 other guys who are on the Kent State Bowling team with me also have this ball and love it.  Great for 1st game in league, but very controllable with wrist position changes.  The only thing it may do is snap so hard it may leave ringing 8s or 9s, but simple adjustment takes care of it.  Great ball.

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Re: Threat
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