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getuaload

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New Gladiator LE
« on: December 10, 2009, 10:48:39 PM »
I just recieved the email from VBP on the New Gladiator LE it has a bleeded cover stock and the same mohawk core. Its main purpose is for drier condition.

I will load some pics later.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #16 on: December 12, 2009, 08:01:19 AM »
Heh I patched a call into Visionary last night not truly knowing the time zone difference and whomever answered the phone seemed to be caught off guard.

Oh well I guess I'll have to call back on Monday.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #17 on: December 12, 2009, 08:27:48 AM »
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Heh I patched a call into Visionary last night not truly knowing the time zone difference and whomever answered the phone seemed to be caught off guard.

Oh well I guess I'll have to call back on Monday.  


Jason works late to cover the west coast so maybe you talked to him?
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #18 on: December 12, 2009, 02:45:48 PM »
Hello everyone,

The Gladiator LE is USBC approved, and starts shipping to pro shops, distributors and test staff members starting Monday.  This ball was originally intended for an international distributor of ours who wanted something like the Gladiator Pearl, but a little milder so that it could be used on a little drier conditions.  After discussing options with them, we blended a few reactive materials to create the desired reaction, and ordered enough materials to fill their order.  Unfortunately, their bowling market took a major hit recently and the order was cancelled, so we are releasing this ball to everyone.

Since we have ordered enough material to pour 1,000 balls and had only intended for it to be an international release, we have decided to individually number these balls to 1,000 and just release it as a limited edition.

As is the case with all of our current line balls, the only people who can purchase directly from us are pro shops, distributors and test staff members.  It will not be sold directly to individuals through us.

Also, for those of you who were wondering, we are in the middle of creating a new site, which hopefully will go live sometime this week.  All of the information on the Gladiator LE as well as the New Breed Solid will be on this site.  As is the case with all sites, there may need to be adjustments over the first few weeks, so if anyone viewing the site runs into any mistakes or thinks we are lacking something, please feel free to contact me at vbpadvertising@aol.com.

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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #19 on: December 12, 2009, 02:51:22 PM »
Thanks Jason for the update.


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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #20 on: December 12, 2009, 04:22:13 PM »

Jason how do i get the Glad.LE if there is no pro shop near me that carries Visionary?

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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #21 on: December 12, 2009, 04:27:23 PM »
More than likely what I will do which I should have many many years ago.

Join the test staff and then purchase from VBP directly.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #22 on: December 12, 2009, 05:46:42 PM »
Joining the test staff is a great thing, you can get new releases the same time the shops can & you get special prices. Each year after you join you can renew your membership for a very small fee.

I highly recommend if you are thinking about joining dont wait. I believe they only accept 5000 members per year and they might fill out the spots.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #23 on: December 12, 2009, 05:56:41 PM »
As for the test staff program, I thought it was limited to 5000 members total.  If you do decide to join it, consider one of the options with the free shipping.  With the price of shipping, it's a great deal, especially if you order more than a few balls per year you will save the cost of renewal just in shipping charges.


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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #24 on: December 13, 2009, 08:33:18 AM »
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Jason how do i get the Glad.LE if there is no pro shop near me that carries Visionary?


Don't let the pro shop fool you into thinking they can't get the ball.  I believe they can call VBP directly and order the ball!!

As others have said....test staff has some advantages!!  If you are in good with a pro shop, it's probably better for you to join and order and get the savings.  If pro shop charges you their prices if they order, there's a big difference!!
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #25 on: December 13, 2009, 09:47:02 AM »
Boy,they make it hard on us penny pinchers. Just when I was starting to save up for the New Breed PP now another must have! Thanks Jason!
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #26 on: December 13, 2009, 10:16:12 AM »
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Don't let the pro shop fool you into thinking they can't get the ball. I believe they can call VBP directly and order the ball!!


Yes any pro shop can call Visionary and order.  If they choose not to that is your pro shops decision.  I am sure Visionary will try and work with any real pro shop business.  By real, I mean one that is brick and mortar.  Heck in the past they even dealt with some none brick and mortar folks.  

BTW...one issue that many forget here...pro shops get a $10 driller rebate on lower cost Vis. balls and $15 on higher end Vis. balls.  Good deal for the pro shop also.  A rebate form is sent to all test staff members with the ball and can be filled out and mailed back to Visionary or faxed to Betsy.  My pro driller appreciates it.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #27 on: December 16, 2009, 07:05:36 PM »
Placed the order the other day, waiting for the distributor to get his so he can ship mine to the shop.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #28 on: December 17, 2009, 07:16:09 AM »
I thought i would have gotten mine yesterday, I may have to call Betsy and make sure Jason put my order in ? You know she has to take care of everything LOL
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #29 on: December 17, 2009, 10:03:04 AM »
Mine was shipped i will have tomroow when i got home. I will post some pics if i get a chance.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #30 on: December 17, 2009, 10:07:30 AM »
Like to see it in reality.

Not sure this is the ball for drier moving in for me.  Probably going to replace the drier moving in ball as an SS Ogre.  I miss the one I had.
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