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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 #1 on: December 11, 2009, 07:21:14 AM »
Hmmmmm interesting but I don't see anything new that's been approved by the USBC on it's approved list.

http://usbcongress.http.internapcdn.net/usbcongress/bowl/equipandspecs/pdfs/approved_balllist.pdf
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2009, 07:41:29 AM »
Here is a pic

http://s528.photobucket.com/albums/dd329/getuaload/?action=view¤t=LEcopy1.jpg
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2009, 07:43:37 AM »
Another high priced collectors item?
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2009, 07:45:17 AM »
here is the specs.Its not really that high priced

http://s528.photobucket.com/albums/dd329/getuaload/?action=view¤t=GladiatorLETestStaffcopy-1.jpg&t=1260542755450
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2009, 08:02:02 AM »
Second paragraph says it all.  

Still not on the approved list so I assume it will be approved before they ship.  I also assume with the way the USBC is these days it's approved but the USBC just can't update their list.

Coverstock interests me.



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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #6 on: December 11, 2009, 08:08:35 AM »
Yea ,i am interested in the cover also. Jason just responded to my inquiry and my order is being placed.

This could be a great ball for late shifts / maybe even replace the Ogre Pearl.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #7 on: December 11, 2009, 08:10:51 AM »
Sounds promising! But probably only US release...
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #8 on: December 11, 2009, 08:29:42 AM »
I don't remember if he said it was already USBS approved or not.  But Thomas, if you are test staff.....can't see why you wouldn't be able to get one....no??

I don't know if I would say this would replace the Ogre Pearl.  I think the resounding sentiment was that the ball was a lot stronger than what people thought it would be.  

I think this would fit under the Ogre Pearl but above the Blue/Green in terms of lane use.


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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #9 on: December 11, 2009, 08:46:01 AM »
Gary, I am thinking along your lines as well, somewhere under the Ogre Pearl and more controlable than the SS. Something that I could use in the third game most of the time.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #10 on: December 11, 2009, 08:51:08 AM »
My thinking.  Ogre Pearl smaller differential stronger cover.  Gladiator LE stronger differential but smooth movement weaker cover.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #11 on: December 11, 2009, 09:35:59 AM »
I was just telling my teammate JS last night I would love to have a ball to fit under the Gladiator pearl in the Gladiator line up.

I am not hesitating to buy this ball, I can care less if it's USBC approved or not.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #12 on: December 11, 2009, 11:47:10 AM »
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My thinking.  Ogre Pearl smaller differential stronger cover.  Gladiator LE stronger differential but smooth movement weaker cover.
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I think you nailed it Scott. I emailed Jason and he suggested that it might pick up the roll a little sooner than the Ogre Pearl, but a little milder on the backend. Total hook may be similar but with a different hook shape.
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #13 on: December 12, 2009, 03:46:44 AM »
Is it only available directly from Visionary?
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Re: New Gladiator LE
« Reply #14 on: December 12, 2009, 07:50:15 AM »
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Is it only available directly from Visionary?


I'd believe at first yes.  But, to sell 1000 they would open it up to the public.

Jason would have to comment to know for sure Jeff.
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