New Balls and Stuff 2012
 The red/black solid Nexxus ƒ(P+R) features Brunswick’s newest innovation in performance enhancing Adaptive Chemistry. The combination of the Projection additive, new Recovery additive, and the Rotor core results in a ball motion with the highest hook potential and most continuation of any ball to date reports Brunswick. With a factory finish of 500 and 1500 Siaair Micro Pad, the Nexxus ƒ(P+F) provides a ball motion that projects through the front, saves axis rotation in the mid-lane and grabs the backend.
The black solid C-System versa-max combines Brunswick’s newest breakthrough in Chemical Friction Technology with the Dual Flip I-Block core. The C-System versa-max is factory finished with 500 Siaair Mircro Pad, Rough Buff, and High Gloss finish.
The purple/pink Karma Pearl combines Brunswick’s proven Danger Zone core shape matched with the Activator Plus reactive coverstock to produce good length and a strong yet controllable backend on medium to light oil lane conditions. Releasedate is not yet available.
 Ebonite introduces a new High Performance Series, the Pursuit with the all new Pursuit and Pursuit S.
The Pursuit is a Mass Bias bowling ball, with a Mass Bias Rating of .008.
The Pursuit core is named the Empire Core. The Pursuit S is the Symmetric version of the Pursuit core, with a Mass Bias Rating of .000 and will be named the Empire S Core design. Ebonite reports: “The Pursuit coverstock, this is the most exciting part of the new Pursuit Series, the new chemistry."
1) Chemically Treated Surface – As each Pursuit ball makes its way off of the finish line, each ball is treated chemically in order to open the pores and achieve optimal performance.
2) Ultra Robust Surfacing – Through the testing phase, we worked on multiple surface options that would allow the Pursuit balls to maintain length, but still offer strong backend continuation. The best possible surface that we tested is 800 Abralon and 1500 Abranet.
3) Hyper Branched MDI Technology – This new cover system offers more performance, longer than any other industry MDI covers currently used. 4) All New Components – The Ebonite Pursuit Product Line is using materials that NO OTHER BOWLING BALLS are currently using!.
 The intent of the new Storm Vivid™ is to create a motion which expands the current Premier™ line, giving you a clear picture of the lane condition while utilizing Storm’s most technologically-advanced cores and coverstocks.
This new Vivid is projected to fit between the original Virtual Gravity™ Nano solid and pearl versions, combining mid-lane traction and backend hook.
Starting at the center, the heart of the bowling ball, the Storm technical team developed a new asymmetrical shape known at the M.A.D.™ core. "Maximum Accelerating Disc" technology optimizes the shapes of the RG planes to allow you to perfectly dial in your desired reaction.
Moving to the shell, the NRG™ solid reactive coverstock utilizes nanotechnology to create additional contours and surface texture. Proven in the original Virtual Gravity Nano, this coverstock allows bowlers of all skill levels to hook the ball like a pro.
Prepped with a 2000-grit finish, the Vivid can be smoothed with Xtra Shine™ if you find it has just too much teeth.
 When the time to add to the product line came, Storm had a very effective ball (a winner all over the globe) in the Hy-Road.
The number one factor of ball motion is coverstock. So, when Storm was looking to expand upon the Victory Road with the proven components of the Hy-Road, Storm first started with the R2S hybrid reactive shell that seemed to match up on every lane condition imaginable.
Finished to 1500-grit as well, the new Crossroad is sure to skid through even the most hooking heads around. But if your speed is higher and the heads are slick, you can still adjust the surface texture easily as R2S is one of the most versatile coverstocks on the market.
Encasing the Hy-Road shell around the Victory Road’s Inverted Fe³ Technology™ weight block gave Storm the best of both worlds. The advancements made in Fe³ allowed them to utilize a larger mass to increase the dynamics, upping the differential approximately 15% in the 15 pounders. More differential equals more flare, and you can control the amount of flare with the proper layout.
 The new Storm Modern Marvel will provide more midlane traction as it features a textured R2X™ hybrid reactive cover.
Prepped with 4000-grit Abralon® to match the “modern” environment, the Modern Marvel provides an optimum amount of traction throughout the entire lane; just enough glide through the heads without over-skidding and enough backend to verify you are indeed throwing a Storm bowling ball.
The Centripetal™ core’s symmetrical shape provides countless drilling options. So feel free to drop your favorite layout in the Modern Marvel as this shape has quickly
Hammer Jet Black Taboo
 Hammer Brand Manager Jeff Ussery announces the last ball in the Taboo series, called the Jet Black Taboo.
The “Grand Theft Reactive (GTR) III” coverstock is finished 500/1000/2000 Abralon® Polished w/ Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish. The Jet Black Contains the High Mass Bias Gas Mask core w/ Flip Block like it’s predecessor (in #15, RG -2.50, with RG Diff of .060).
Look for the new Taboo Jet Black on February 2nd, 2012.
508A New from Track
 The new Track 508A is Green/Black/Yellow MP GEN4 Reactive Pearl Coverstock finished 800 Abranet ®,1000, 2000 Abralon ® then Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish. Wrapped around the “Legion” Asymmetrical core, the numbers (for a 15lb ball: RG 2.51, and Differential - 0.049) provide a long and angular reaction from the 508A for Medium to Dry Lane Conditions.
The intermediate and overall differential are higher in the new 508A which provide more flare potential and a stronger overall core than the 505A. The combination of the MP GEN 4 Reactive Pearl veneer and the modified Legion Core, should provide you with a quicker responsive and overall more aggressive product than the previous 500 series balls.
 Finished with a 2000 grit Siaair Micro Pad Finish, the new DV8 Hell Raiser Revenge has easy length through the front and mid-lane with a very quick response to friction on the backend creating a highly angular motion for a matte finish ball that tears through the pins on medium oily to oily lane conditions. Hell Raiser Ultra Low RG Core (RG – 2.480, Differential - .056) Is wrapped with “Class 7 Reactive” Coverstock finished 500 then 2000 Siaair Micro Pad.
Brunswick’s DV8 Brand adds the Green/White Misfit. The “Misfit” core is a high RG (2.552) and medium Differential (.040) surrounded by the “Class 1 Reactive veneer, finished with a 500 Siaair Micro Pad, Rough Buff and High Gloss polish.
 Lane #1 announced the new Droid. The Droid’s “Cyborg Diamond” Core should generate 4 inches of track flare on Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.521 and medium RG Differential of .045 and the “Bionic (Blended Ion)” neon green and black coverstock is finished at 2000 Abralon. Look for the Lane #1 Droid on January 23rd, 2012.
New from MOTIV, the high performance THRASH. The Deep Ocean Blue Z-Max™ Solid Reactive veneer finished to 1000-grit wet sand features the NEOMARK white label with the “Quadfire™” core inside generating a Radius of Gyrations (RG) of: 2.55 in a #15 ball, with Differential of .043. World Wide Release Date: January 13th, 2012.
 The “Elastin” chemical breakthrough carries into the Columbia 300 Dark Encounter. The original Encounter featured a pearl version of the revolutionary Elastin coverstock. The chemical engineers at Columbia 300 have taken this technology to a new level by creating even larger pores and increasing the length of the polymer chains in a solid version of “Elastin.”
The Dark Encounter's “Encounter” core is the same dynamic core found in the original Encounter. Columbia explains “The proven core along with a great new cover will provide the big hook you’ve been looking for.” Available January 5th, 2012.
New from 900 Global, the Train, a Blue/Silver Hybrid S76 Coverstock prepared NEAT (E=Performance of 1500 grit), contained within is the Symmetric “Combustion” Core (RG in #15/2.505, with Differential of .054. World Wide Release Date: 1/9/12
Coming in 2012, The Defiant from Roto Grip
 On the way to store shelves, the Roto Grip Defiant.
The 3000-grit Abralon® finished Blue/Purple/Black “MicroBite Solid Reactive” coverstock wraps the “Paragon™” core. With a Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.49 in a #15 ball with an RG Differential of .054.
World Wide Release Date: 1/10/12
Hammer plans to add a Brick. With an advanced new core design matched with the strongest veneer (GTR Hybrid) ever used on a Hammer ball at this performance level, Hammer touts “the Brick is destined to be a staple in every bowler’s bag.” 
The new “Brick Mirror Plane Asymmetric (MPA)” core design is completely asymmetric in shape, a highly unusual feature of the ball. The core is not high mass bias; however the low Radius of Gyration (RG) is not in the geometric center of the ball.
“This core shape was designed for a specific purpose,” explained Ron Hickland, Ball Design Engineering Manager. “The pro shop operator can tweak ball motion by making smaller layout changes when drilling the Brick. Those smaller layout changes will produce bigger performance changes in ball motion for the bowler.”
When you have a core as special as the Brick MPA, you have to make sure you have a coverstock that makes the most of the core’s performance. The Black/Blue/Red “GTR Hybrid” cover does the trick (finished 500/500/1000/2000 Abralon® Sanded). Look for the Hammer Brick just before Christmas on December 20th.
 Columbia 300 introduced yet another new ball, this time the mid-performance Omen. The Omen, a Purple/Gold/Silver “Bend-It” pearl reactive coverstock finished aggressively (500, 500, 4000, 4000 Abralon®) in order to enhance the Omen’s footprint on the lane, surrounding the “Capsule core with Magnetite”.
Columbia reports “The “Capsule core” was designed to provide great performance and versatility while also being very simple. A simple symmetric shape with great performance characteristics was chosen in order to be very driller and bowler friendly. The low RG Capsule revs up early and the high Differential helps create a large amount of flare for great continuation in the backend.”
The new core, cover and finish process for the Omen makes it one of the best choices in the Columbia 300 lineup for heavier oil conditions. Look for the Omen December 15th, 2011.
Radical’s Slant Hybrid is a strong asymmetrical core ball featuring the soaker  additive which reportedly removes oil from the surface of the ball 54% quicker than balls with out the additive.
Look for the “Booster” core featured in the original Slant and Slant Solid, which is surrounded with a Hybrid coverstock, yielding 4-6 boards more ball reaction than the original Radical Slant. The new Slant Hybrid is Purple Pearl and Black solid veneer. Radical’s Phil Cardinale offered “The Slant Hybrid is cleaner through the front than Slant Solid yet more angular down the lane.”
 Track’s intent for the all new 811A Special Edition is to be a stronger version of the 607A SE. Starting with an all new core the “Legion 2 Turbo”, the core started out as a symmetric core shape and then was modified into an asymmetric core to get the specific RG, Differential and mass bias numbers saught. With the Mass Bias being 0.011, it is set up to give the most angular backend reaction for the widest style of bowlers.
As for the all new “SE8 GEN1” coverstock in Black/Red/Blue, (finished 500, 1000, 2000 Abralon ®, and Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish), Track has developed an all new performance pearl additive “Crystalline Mica”. This additive is 15% more responsive off the dry than what was used in the 607A SE. Look for the Track 811A Special Edition December 8th, 2011.
Storm Products Introduces the Polar Ice Duo
 Storm introduces two urethane three piece balls in December. The Storm Polar Ice – Blue/Green features a smooth (3500 Abralon) U1S Pearl Urethane unpolished cover and the Storm Polar Ice –Red Pearl/Purple Pearl U1S Pearl Urethane finished to 3500 Abralon and polished. RG: #15 2.69, Diff: .006. World wide release date is December 13, 2011
The Lane #1 Pearl Panther in hot pink and black ION Pearl coverstock which wraps the oversized Patented Diamond weightblock. (Radius of Gyration (RG) - 2.460, RG Differential .043).
DV8 Adds "Too Reckless"
 DV8 Too Reckless is coming December 1st. The Black/Neon Green Solid Too Reckless covered with “Class 3L Reactive” veneer surrounds the “Reckless” core. Cover is finished with 500 Siaair Micro Pad, Rough Buff, and finally High Gloss Finish. RG: #15/2.573, DIFF: .050. Call or e-mail to pre-order yours today.
 The new Ebonite Elevate combines the all new Purple Navy Yellow “Traxion Reactive HYBRID .030” coverstock (finished 800 Abranet, 1000, 2000 Abralon and polished with Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish), with the newly redesigned “V5” core (Radius of Gyration (RG) – 2.50 and RG Differential of .051) in a mid price product.
Elevate will be available at pro shops worldwide on December 1, 2011
 MoRich Bowling introduced the Hook R. The Hook R Frosted Cherry “Super-Tac Pearl” reactive coverstock is prepared at an aggressive 400 grit wet sanded finish, with the “Unique” core touting Radius of Gyration (RG) numbers of: 2.494, with the RG Differential of: .057.
November 21st is the world wide release date.
 Brunswick revealed a pair of high performance balls will be added to their bowling ball lineup. A new solid entry is the Nexus ƒ(P+F), the Blue/Violet “Addaptive f(P+F) Solid” coverstock is finished 500, 1500 Siaair Micro Pad and surrounds the “Nexus Rotar” core (in #15 RG – 2.536 and RG Diff. - .056).
The second entry the Nexus ƒ(P) in Black/Blue/Silver Pearl “Addaptive f(P) Pearl” coverstock is finished: 500, 1500 Siaair Micro Pad and Rough Buff Finish. It covers the “Nexus Arrowhead” core (#15 RG - 2.558 and  RG Diff. - .056).
World Wide Release Date: November 11, 2011.
The Brunswick Nexus series will be introduced in a series of ball seminars in: Chicago, Orlando, FL., Fort Wayne, IN., Dayton, OH., Atlanta, Dallas, Greensboro, NC., and Denver from October 24th to November 4th.
 Ebonite announced a new hybrid addition to their Sign/Signals performance category ball line-up. The new Warning Sign, a Gold and Navy blue hybrid cover utilizes the same core as the previous Vital Sign and Vital Energy offerings.
It shares the same asymmetric core as the current pearl Signals, with the “Vital Mass Bias Core,” but has the all new “High Traction Reactive HYBRID-2” cover. Ebonite Brand Manager Ed Gallagher reports “The Warning Sign’s combination of core and cover will have you winning in heavy oil.”
MOTIV Adds Primal Impulse in Novemeber
 Coming in November, MOTIV will release the Primal Impulse in a vivid Blue/Lime Pearl with the NEOMARK Color accents in Hot Pink Pearl and Black, the “Atomix™ SFP reactive" coverstock wraps the Impulse™ core (RG: #15/2.60, DIFF: #15/.050). The MOTIV Primal Impulse is finished with 2000-grit Wet Sand then Polished. World Wide Release Date is November 25, 2011.
 900 Global The Nuts pearl contains the asymmetric “Nuts” core with Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.551 and RG Differential of .050 wrapped in the S70 pearl coverstock finished with their NEAT system (visual appeal of compound/polish, performance of 4,000 grit).
WORLD WIDE Release date of November 1, 2011
A new color combination will be available in Black and Pink in the 900 Global Hook line. The “S43” cover is described as “a Hybrid Polished.” The symmetric “Hook” core has an RG of 2.551 and RG Differential of .046 in #15 pounds. The new Hook (IN PINK/ BLACK) will be available November 1, 2011.
Track announced a new addition to their 7 series ball  line, the 716C. Designed for heavier oil, Track reports they improved on the 715C adding a higher Differential to the modified “Robot” core with new “UMP Gen5C Solid” coverstock removing the Pearl Essence used in the previous ball. The 716C is finished 500, 1000, and 2000 then polished with Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish. World Wide release date was October 6th, 2011. Stop in and order yours today.
The new Mission X from Ebonite International will be available in October (10/18/2011). The new High Performance ball is HL 1350 coverstock in Royal Blue and Yellow, finished 800, 1000, 2000, 3000 Abralon and Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish. The “Mission 1.0” core (RG 2.50, Diff - .050) enhanced with Black Magnatite is the “engine” of the new Mission X.
 Introducing the newest Hammer Taboo Blue/Silver. Hammer Brand Manager Jeff Ussery explained “Engineered to deliver an extra two to three boards of hook every time, it’s the strongest ball we’ve ever made. And with aggressive features like our proven High Mass Bias Gas Mask core w/ Flip Block and new Dark Electric Blue/Silver GTR II Pearl coverstock, it is finished Sanded with 800/1000/2000/3000 Abralon™. 
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A breakthrough in coverstock technology rarely happens  due to the complex nature of chemistry and polymer science. Yet Storm's new release will glide through the heads more easily than the original Virtual Gravity™ Nano yet still handle heavy oil.
In looking for different ways to expand the benefits of nanotechnology, Storm explored several additive options to the base NRG coverstock and found that adding mica to this shell material created a cleaner glide through the heads without sacrificing any of its ability to handle larger amounts of oil.
You’ll see increased entry angle with the new Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl with simultaneous amplified oil traction usually reserved for textured solids. Fragrence of the new Pearl Nano is Orange Chocolate. The new Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl will arrive October 11th.
For the new Storm Frantic, Storm utilized a reliable, proven coverstock R2S™. R2S, the second generation of Reactor™ coverstock material, is clean through the front of the lane and strong off friction. With a pearl and a solid version available in the line, Storm prepared a hybrid version to see if it blended both power and control. Armed with the exact same coverstock as the Hy-Road™, it proved itself quickly during the testing process and moved on to the next phase, surface preparation.
With a 1500-grit polished finish, the new Storm Frantic was impressive during C.A.T.S.® testing as it created three times the entry angle of the 2Furious. Looking under the hood, you’ll find the innovative "N.O.S. Core". When compared with the "Turbine™ Core", Storm designed an increase of flare potential by more than 15% with this higher volume core. Wrap this core with the same coverstock as the Hy-Road. FRAGRANCE: Orange/Lime. Release Date: October 25, 2011
 Roto Grip is excited to announce the upcoming release of the Shooting Star. The newest addition to the Shield line will be available at pro shops in October.
The intent for the new Shooting Star is to expand the Shield line, creating a stronger mid-lane roll without sacrificing control. With the success of the original Rising Star, the Shooting Star utilizes the same "Neutron" core as the power source.
The Neutron cores medium RG- medium differential shape is based on the concept started with the original "Photon" core. But with the "Neutron" core, you’ll find an even lower radius of gyration (RG) and higher differential in the heavier weights which hooks up heavy on the backend. To increase the mid-lane roll and bring an earlier break point, Roto looked at a few different options. Testing the "Ultimate Vision" coverstock in a solid version produced the desired motion. Prepped with 2000-grit Abralon®, the Shooting Star created a break point that was two feet earlier and more rounded, or smoother. Controlling the pocket is often the key to higher scores.
Columbia 300 Adds Another New Ball
 The new Columbia 300 Encounter is Navy/Purple/Ocean (blue) utilizing the “Elastin 6.0” coverstock formulae surrounding the “Encounter” core (see picture). The core of a #15 ball provides Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.50 and RG Differential of .052.
The chemical engineers at Columbia 300 have created a new process in which chemical reaction dynamics have been manipulated to exploit the elastic framework found in reactive materials. This breakthrough creates longer polymer chains that create deeper pores and allows for greater built in surface friction that helps absorb oil over a longer period of time. We call this new break through Elastin 6.0. To compliment the new coverstock, the cover preparation of the new Encounter is: 500, 1000, 2000, 2000 Abralon®, then Factory Polish.
Look for the Columbia Encounter September 15th. Check out the teaser video.
CONSUMER REBATE OFFER
Columbia 300 will be offering a $30 rebate coupon on www.columbia300.com that will be available to all consumers. This offer will go live on the release date of 9/15/11.
Brunswick Introduces The DV8 Ball Line With Three
 Misfit, DV8’s affordable performance ball, is available in two color combinations and features a performance (Misfit) core in a standard reactive coverstock (Class 1 Reactive) finished 500 Siaair Micro Pad; Rough Buff; High Gloss Polish) and bright neon colors with enhanced glow under black light.
The Misfit is designed to provide controllable hook motion on medium to light oil lane conditions. In black light conditions, the Misfit is extremely vibrant making it a real attention-getter. 
Reckless, DV8’s advanced performance ball, features a bright, blue/green pearl color combination in a versatile reactive coverstock (Class 3 Reactive finished 500 Siaair Micro Pad; Rough Buff) around a symmetric(Reckless) core to provide good  all-purpose ball motion on medium oil lane conditions.
Hell Raiser, DV8’s pro performance ball features the most aggressive coverstock (Class 5 Reactive finished 500; 1,500 Siaair Micro Pad; Rough Buff Finish)wrapped around a strong asymmetric (Hell Raiser) core for maximum performance on medium to heavy oil lane conditions.
For the latest DV8 product information, check out damngoodbowling.com.
 The new Lane #1 Buzzsaw Carnage is Midnight Blue/Sky Blue “Pure Explosion solid reactive” coverstock finished at 4000 Abralon. The covers surrounds the “Doomsday Bomb” core with Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.487, RG differential of .052. The Buzzsaw Carnage tops out at 130 of the 130 hook rating scale that Lane #1 uses for it’s bowling balls, so it hooks.
Lane #1’s Chainsaw SOS features the Blue “ION pearl” highly polished coverstock surrounding the “Endcut Doomsday Patented Diamond” core. The core by the numbers: RG of 2.53, diff .013. The numbers and smooth surface suggest use for slower speeds or drier lanes (or both). Expect the new offerings July 15th.
 Radical Bowling released details of their first ball in the mid-price category. The Times Up is designed for medium to dry lane conditions. Featuring the "Bulls-Eye" symmetrical core (RG- 2.533 and Differential .041). A blue pearl cover wraps the Times Up finished to 1500 and polished.
The follow-up to the Slant entry is the Slant Solid. The  orange and black solid reactive coverstock adds the "Soaker" additive to help remove oil from the ball surface. Finish on Slant Solid is 4000 Abralon. The "engine" of the Slant is the "Booster" core. A company representative offered "the design intention was to offer strong mid-lane motion but the Booster core will retain energy for more hook and more power on heavier oil." The Booster core has Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.47 and RG Differential of .045.
Brunswick Introduces Three New Balls For Fall
 The red/black/silver pearl Brunswick C-(System) ulti-max™ combines the new “CFT ulti-max pearl” coverstock with the new dual flip “I-Block” core that incorporates flip blocks over a centered mass to produce a ball motion that skids effortlessly through the front, saving axis rotation in the mid-lane to grab the backend for strong continuous response to friction that cuts easily through the pins on medium to medium-oily lane conditions. The C-(System) ulti-max is factory finished with 500 and 1000 grit Siaair Micro Pad and Rough Buff compound.
 The red/white Lethal Revolver™ features the “Jack” core matched up with Brunswick’s “Propel X solid” coverstock to produce ball motion that clears the front part of the lane and transitions to strong yet predictable hook motion on the backend in medium to heavy oil. The Lethal Revolver is factory finished with 500, 1000, and 2000 grit Siaair Micro Pads.
The navy/silver pearl Brunswick Massive Damage™ features a new "low RG performance” core matched up with “Activator Plus” coverstock resulting in a ball motion that is fast revving in the midlane with a strong continuous backend reaction on medium oil lane conditions. The new ball’s core numbers are a little higher Differential Radius of Gyration (for a bit more flare potential) than the Inferno core in balls like the Anaconda and Python and a little lower Radius of Gyration (for an easier change of direction down lane). The Massive Damage is factory finished with 500 grit Siaair Micro Pad and Rough Buff compound. Expect the next entries August 1st.
 900 Global reports “The new Bank Roll creates an immense footprint in oil thanks to a new blend of resins, and revolutionary “NEAT” finishing process (on the Black/Blue Hybrid “S76 Reactive” coverstock). Developed for heavy oil, the Bank Roll provides a strong continuous downlane move with the most overall hook in the 900 Global line-up.”
Further “The Bank Roll features the “Self Righting Core” (SRC). The SRC is both homogeneous in nature and also mono-monostatic (a body with a single stable resting position is called monostatic, and the term mono-monostatic has been coined to describe a body which additionally has only one unstable point of balance). The unique core shape contains only one stable point. Unlike all other cores in the industry the SRC core will always move and twist to its stable position regardless of how or where it is placed. It will right it self!” Radius of Gyration (RG) - 2.481. RG Differential - 0.054. Look for the new ball in July.
New From 900 Global
 Also from 900 Global: “The NUTS is the biggest back-ending ball 900 Global has ever produced.”
The Nuts features a new higher Radius of Gyration (RG) core, the Red/Blue “S70” cover and is finished with the “T” pad from the new NEAT finishing process. The T finish on this ball gives the appearance that it’s polished but it has the surface roughness equivalent to 4500 grit. 15 lb core numbers: Radius of Gyration (RG) - 2.551. RG Differential - 0.050. The Nuts will be available in July.
 Targeting a specific demographic, 900 Global suggests “The Wisdom provides Senior bowlers with a ball that will fit slower ball speeds but yet still have power, and most importantly control down lane.”
900 Global points out “By using a high RG with a medium differential (Symmetric) core, and a milder “S65” pearl cover, the Wisdom will not over react and give Seniors exactly what they desire, a performance ball that fits their game!” A 15 lb ball has RG of 2.540 and RG Differential of 0.041. Likewise 900 Global has created “The Benchmark ball for women.”
The Jewel will provide a ball motion to help slow ball speeds get down the lane and still generate a strong hook to the pocket with its higher differential Symmetric core and “S65” Ruby Red/Pink Pearl Polished pearl cover. 15 lb ball has RG - 2.531, RG Differential - 0.052. The new 900 Global balls will be available in July.
Check out the ball motion on a house condition, click here.
 The new MOTIV Raptor P7 is expected July 22, 2011. The "Predator" inner core of the Raptor is designed to provide very strong ball motion. It revs very easy with a 2.46 Radius of Gyration (RG) and makes an aggressive move by utilizing the .060 RG differential and .015 intermediate. The Raptor's "Formula-7™ Reactive" coverstock is Solid Black and Purple finished with a 4000 grit
AMF OMG! Pearl is designed for maximum backend reaction. The super High RG core gets this “F73” (Black/Yellow pearl polished) coverstock down the lane so it can Rip on the backend.
15# RG 2.570, RG Diff 0.045.
 AMF GRIP is a whole lot of performance and technology, for not a lot of cash. The “F64” Blue/Purple coverstock comes with a 2,000 grit Abralon box finish to provide plenty of traction on the lane. This shell is easily fine tunable and can be adjusted to 4,000 Abralon or polished to handle lighter volumes of oil. The asymmetric “Double Cross” core was specifically chosen for it's low RG and ability to provide a smooth predictable ball motion.
The Seismic Bowling Raging Bull features the new “HORNcore” sporting a Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.495 and RG Differential of 0.055. The Blue/Green “AgRS Solid Reactive” coverstock was designed for longer and heavier patterns. 
The Seismic Bowling Raging Bull Charged wraps the “HORNcore” with a Red and Yellow “AgRP Pearl Reactive” coverstock. The Raging Bull and Raging Bull Charged will be available June 14th.
Storm announced the addition of two new balls to their product line. The Marvel™ Pearl and the Victory Road™ Solid will be released on July 11. 
Storm’s Master™ Line features new technology with strong, dynamic core shapes that are sure to help all bowlers looking to ‘master’ the sport of bowling.The successes of the original Prodigy™ and Marvel verify the technological feats like the “Centripetal™” core used to power both. The new Marvel™ Pearl with Silver/Deep Purple/Maroon coloring sports a traditional 1500 grit polished finish of “R2X pearl reactive” coverstock. Radius of Gyration (RG) in #15 – 2.48, RG Differential - .05. Fragrence – Aromatherapy – Score.
 Looking for more traction in the midlane and an earlier break point, the Storm development team used the the Victory Road’s inverted “Fe³ technology™” weight block to power the solid version Victory Road with a striking Hunter Green and Navy shell of “R2S” reactive resin with a 3000-grit Abralon® finish. Radius of Gyration (RG) in #15 – 2.56, RG Differential - .052. Fragrence
New From Roto Grip
Roto Grip announced three new balls will be available this summer, beginning August 9, 2011.
Starting at the top, the Crown™ Line addition is the Critical Theory with the “Triliptic™” core (which now powers the Theory™ and Infinite Theory™), wrapped in “Insight™ Pearl Reactive”  coverstock finished at 4000 Abralon in Cherry/White/ Obsidian. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.49. RG Differential (Diff): .058.
With the new Bandit and Outlaw, Roto Grip expands and broadens the Sword Line; a line showcasing dependable weight block shapes and powerful coverstocks.
In designing the Outlaw and Bandit, Roto Grip reports “our goal was to create a completely new weight block shape (the new Caliber™ weight block) which maximizes pin action, accomplished through  increased energy transfer (testing showed an increase of 12% when compared with a traditional core design), and works for both rev dominant and speed dominant players alike.
The Roto Grip Outlaw features a 2000 grit Abralon Black/Mahogany surface on the new “Inception Solid reactive” coverstock. The Bandit Charcoal and Yellow pearl Inception™ cover is 1500 and polished.
In addition, the new coverstock blend called “Inception™” proved itself right from the outset, hence the name. The surface topography showed Ra values up nearly 10% from previous blends. The highly polished Bandit and 2000-grit Outlaw both handle a variety of conditions ranging from a typical house shot to tough tournament action. When you’re looking for “long and strong” pick the Bandit. The Outlaw will be there when you need an earlier, more predictable reaction. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.57. RG Differential (Diff): .048.
  The “BioHazard” core shape is back in black, with the new Hammer “Magneto” core material. Combined with the new “Level 5 Reactive™ Pearl” coverstock, the Hammer Epidemic is the “sickest” ball on the market. And the Epidemic takes HD color to a new threat level with stunning Full Spectrum color. Factory Finish: 800/ 1000/2000/2000 w/ PowerHouse™ Factory Finish Polish. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.53, RG Differential (Diff): 0.050. WWRD 8/18/11.
Hammer introduces the Arson. The Arson brings back the “Sauce” core shape and pairs up with a new hybrid “Max-Hook” coverstock in Red/ Black/Silver, delivering friction in the heavy oil portions of the lane. Arson’s 2000 grit finish (Factory Finish: 800/1000/2000/2000 Abralon®) gives this ball the ability to hook through nearly any oil pattern. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.50, RG Differential (Diff): 0.045. WWRD 6/23/11.
Grape Vibe is the hottest new color in Green/Purple Pearl in the Hammer Vibe series of bowling balls. With the new “CT Reactive™ Pearl” coverstock (800/1000/2000/4000/Polish), this Vibe is ready to get through the front of the lane easily and unleash a big backend movement when it sees the friction. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.51, RG Differential (Diff): 0.042.
From Hammer: “The Blue Hammer is an iconic throwback in performance ball technology. By combining a re-engineered Vibe core shape with our new Performance Urethane coverstock, we’re introducing a ball that rolls like the old-school balls without actually being old-school stuff. This new spin on older ball motion brings the control of yesterday’s balls and the performance of today’s stuff to the lane for Hammer!”
 Ebonite introduces a new ball and reports “With a hook potential of 47.75 out of a potential high rating of 50 on Ebonite’s performance scale, the all-new Signals ball offers strong backend motion with a clean breakpoint angle.”
 “Signals offers the sharpest move down lane of any Ebonite product you have seen lately,” said Ed Gallagher, Ebonite brand manager. “And, the beautiful Red/Gold Pearl veneer (High Traction Reactive-1 Reactive Resin finished: 800 Abranet, 1000 Abralon, 2000 Abralon – Polished with Power House Factory Finish) just begs for attention from your bag to the pins.”
Signals uses the “Vitals Mass Bias” core from the Vital Sign and Vital Energy with a brand new coverstock designed for medium oil, the “HTR-1 Reactive Resin”, to produce the kind of hook seen on high performance balls from other brands. RG: 2.53, RG Diff: .048, Mass Bias Rating: .018. World Wide Release Date is 7/12/11
Ebonite reveals the follow-up to the successful Game Breaker. Ebonite reports; “We worked long and hard with our Research and Development team to create a great new core, off of the “V2” core design that was used in the Game Breaker. We are introducing the all new “V5” core design that does meet the revised Radius of Gyration (RG) specs as outlined by the USBC.
The new product is the Game Changer! The Game Changer has Game Breaker type motion.” With a “Traxion Reactive 0.39” coverstock in Navy/Red/Gold the cover is prepared with 500 Abralon, 1000, Abralon, 2000 Abralon, 3000 Abralon Sanded. RG: 2.51, Diff: .046, World Wide Release Date is 7/12/11
 Columbia 300’s new Eruption is wrapped in one of Columbia’s most popular cores (Resurgence, 15# RG – 2.46, Diff. - .043) with a new variation of the “New Era Skid Flip” coverstock in Electric Blue / Ultra Violet (finished 800, 1000, 2000, and polished with PowerHouse™ Factory Finish) to give you performance in a mid price ball. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.46, RG Differential (Diff): 0.043. WWRD 6/23/11
Columbia 300 unchains the Ransom Demand as the latest edition to its upper-mid performance bowling ball line. Using the “Full Swing” core wrapped in “Super Tilt Solid 2.0” coverstock in Classic Black/Crimson with a factory finish of 800/1000/2000/4000 Abralon. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.52, RG Differential (Diff): 0.056, Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): .016. WWRD 8/18/11
 The new Track 300T, a lower mid performance ball, is constructed with a symmetric core. Track wrapped it with a brand new coverstock blend, the “LMP GEN1T Solid”. This cover is designed to be very aggressive through the front part of the lane, and have a true “T” track-tion shape in the mid lane. This is a very unique  color combination for Track and it will stand out on the lanes.
The all-new Track 503C is designed to be an improved version of the original 505C. The new “Pacman” core helps provide the 5 Series C ball more length and an even more controllable ball motion at the breakpoint.
 Track reports: “From tournament bowlers to the average league player, this ball will undoubtedly be the first ball out of the bag. This beautiful Purple/Blue/White Pearl ball in it’s out of the box 4000 sanded and polished state (finished 800, 1000, 2000, 4000 Abralon® Polished w/ PowerHouse Factory Finish) is designed for medium to dry lanes utilizes the “MP Gen 4C” coverstock. In a larger volume of oil, just adjust the surface to a 2000 grit scuffed surface and you will gain an additional 5 boards of hook for the average player - some may see even more. Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.51, RG Differential (Diff): 0.057. Available 7/12/11.
Track announced an addition to the 9 Series, the 919C. Track’s intention “To make  the most continuous mid-lane ball motion our R&D team could produce. Yes…the new 919C “C” is for continuous, not control.”
The new “Blade Asymmetric” core shape boasts midlane power, specially designed for midlane continuous ball motion.
Track chemists have come up with yet another new and stronger coverstock formulation colored Blue/Red/Silver, one that has a rather unique side effect…a unique HAZE to it. New “Haze HP9C” can only be described as a HAZE that will change its appearance in differing environmental conditions (Factory Finish: 500, 1000, 2000, 3000 Abralon). Track reported "This HAZE has no bearing on performance, but the look is phenomenal! Some will haze more than others and some will change appearance just from using the product." Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.53, RG Differential (Diff): 0.049, Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): .019. World Wide Release Date: 8/18/2011
Four New Balls from Storm in May
 Storm announces the release of a brand new series.
The Tropical Breeze™ will feature the current Tropical (Reactor) coverstock finished to 1500 and polished and be an attractive addition for bowlers of all levels. The new Breeze colors will be Black/Teal (solid), Pink/Purple (pearl) and Kona Blue/Silver (pearl). Featuring the “Camber” core (an inverted lightbulb) with high Radius of Gyration (RG -2.57) and low differential (.009), the Tropical Breeze redefines the Tropical™ line with a clear separation of price and performance. With the release of the Tropical Breeze series, the original  Tropical™ line will be discontinued.
The Breeze fragrances of Horizon, Birthday Cake and Electrify will add a little more to talk about.
Storm Products also will introduce a polished solid cover (1500/polished Reactor) in the Tropical Heat™series. The new indigo/violet color (with a fragrance of Adrenaline) will replace the red/blue Tropical Heat™. The release date on these new balls is May 11, 2011.
 Ebonite has revealed the core shape they will be using for the new Cyclone series bowling balls.
Cyclone's new "Torque" core is wrapped in the "proven and dominant "GB 10.7" coverstock (from the oil gobbling The One)" reported a spokesperson. As specific numbers become available, they will be posted.
 The complete Tornado line has been discontinued and replaced  by the new Cyclone series, as well as changes to their Maxim line.
New inventory will be available May 2nd, 2011
 900 Global introduces a new entry level series called Hook.
Featuring their "S43" coverstock in three combinations: Purple/Orange Pearl Polished, Yellow/Red Solid Polished, and Blue/Blue Pearl 4,000 Abralon.
The surface options afford three different looks with a center heavy Symmetric core that should HOOK.
#15 pound balls have Radius of Gyration (RG)of 2.551, with RG Differential of .046 .
OMG! in a Bowling Ball from AMF
 AMF OMG! is the ball for bowlers looking to add an aggressive hooking ball to their arsenal.
The OMG features "F84" Purple/Black shell finished to 1,000 Abralon, the most aggressive AMF shell to date and is wrapped around the half-metrical core used in the Shredder and Shred/IT, with a higher RG and lower Differential.
#15 RG 2.520 Diff 0.044.
MOTIV Adds Special Edition Cruel C51
 The Limited Edition MOTIV Cruel C51 contains the Cruel asymmetric core and a new additive to increase surface texture (Higher Ra) of the Black and Red "Formula-5 Pearl Reactive" coverstock. This feature helps low to moderate rev bowlers cross more boards down the lane in medium to heavy oil. High rev bowlers will find that this additive provides a smooth, strong backend motion.
The asymmetric Cruel core is maxed out with a .060 primary differential and .030 intermediate. It was designed to help the low to moderate rev bowlers generate more hook. The RG on the 15# ball is 2.48. The release date of 04/08/2011.
 Former Track and 900 Global principle, Phil Cardinale has started Radical Bowling in San Antonio, Texas.
Cardinale's first introduction slated for later this month is the Slant. The Slant is a copper/purple pearl bowling ball with a "Booster" asymmetrical core with a strong Radius of Gyration of 2.47 and RG Differential of .045 for medium flare and strong Intermediate Diff of .025.
The Slant is pending USBC approval and expected to be available to the public March
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In an effort to expand the performance offerings and price points in the Brunswick product line, Brunswick announced the introduction of a new Affordable Performance series of balls – Karma.
 The black/blue solid Karma combines the original Danger Zone core with
Brunswick’s proven "PowerKoil 18" coverstock to provide excellent length with a controllable backend reaction on medium to light oil lane conditions. With the controllable ball motion on light oil, Karma solid is Brunswick’s new benchmark ball on light oil lane conditions making it a great option for bowlers with slower ball speeds and/or high rev rates on standard house conditions.
The blue/green pearl Karma combines the original Danger Zone core with a  pearlized version of Brunswick’s proven "PowerKoil 18" coverstock to provide excellent length with a controllable backend reaction on medium to light oil lane conditions. The Karma Pearl now serves as the best option in the Brunswick product line for light oil lane conditions.
The Karma Black/Blue Solid and Karma Blue/Green Pearl will start shipping the week of March 14, 2011.
 MoRich announces the launch of DestroyR. MoRich reports “The NEW "Super-Trac" cover surrounding the patented "Unique" core produces the strongest ball reaction by any MoRich ball ever."
By using a hybrid version of the NEW Super-Trac cover, they have created a ball with BOTH great midlane and backend reaction. Factory surface of 500/2000 for more traction. Expect the new DestroyR to hit shelves February 28th.
The Eagle is a limited production run ball (14, 15, 16) designed to build on the success of last years Break Out at the United States Bowling Congress (USBC)’s National Open Championships in Reno.
Last season it was the Break Out that proved to be the solution for the demanding lane patterns used at the National Bowling Stadium during the Masters and Open Championships. Both event champions used a 900Global Break Out!
The Eagle features a violet “S70” Coverstock finished to 4,000 (Abralon) wrapping the asymmetric low RG Break Out core (RG 2.489, Diff - .058). Available beginning March 2, 2011. View 900 Global video.
 The new Orange/ Navy/ Cobalt Virtual Gravity Nano is intended to create a similar yet stronger ball motion than the previous Virtual Gravity, built specifically for heavy oil.
The “Shape-Lock HD” (High Density) motor will power the Nano as it did the Virtual Gravity. Storm is calling the new “NRG™” (Nano Reactive Genesis) cover "A breakthrough in coverstock technology.”
The Nano is finished to 4000-grit Abralon. Radius of Gyration: 15#-2.48, RG Differential: 15#-.052. Look for the new Storm Virtual Gravity Nano March 1st.
 With the benchmark-type symmetrical core shape, the original Roto Grip Dark Star™ was the cornerstone of the Shield line in 2010, and the new Roto Grip Rising Star will fit the same parameters and is reported to perform even better.
The intent with the new Roto Grip Rising Star is to increase total hook as compared with the Dark Star, using the “Ultimate Vision™ hybrid” coverstock (1500-grit polished). The new “Neutron™ core” “powers” the new entry. The Neutron core’s medium RG- medium differential shape is based on the concept started with the original Photon™ core utilized in the Dark Star.
Roto reports “you’ll find an even lower RG and higher differential in the heavier weights. So look for more motion out of the Rising Star with all the benefits of a hybrid coverstock.” This Roto Grip release is planned for February 16, 2011.
 The Roto Grip Infinite Theory will feature the “Triliptic” Core in heavier weights (14-16 lbs) a modified Triliptic core in lighter weights.
The Infinite Theory is the Red Pearl/Silver Pearl/Black polished (1500/ Polish) “Insight™” Hybrid Reactive coverstock follow up to the Theory. RG: 15#-2.49, RG Differential: 15#-0.058. Release is February 16th, 2011.
The new Motiv Primal TV4 features the proven “Thrust” inner core and new “ViciousPearl Reactive” coverstock. The Thrust core is designed with an RG to store energy and a differential to produce plenty of track flare. The 15# ball has a 2.54 RG and .052 differential.
The NeoMark graphics are striking in the charcoal gray cover. The Primal TV4 will be released February 4, 2011.
 The Hammer Infection in Black/Blue/Green utilizing their new HD coverstock production technique is a smooth addition to the Plague ball reaction.
Featuring the “BioHazard” Core (#15 RG - 2.50, Diff - .055), the “Level 3 Reactive™” coverstock is finished 800/1000/
2000/4000 Abralon®.
WWRD February 3, 2011.
Inspired by the Track 715A, Track introduces the 718A in Black/Blue/Carmel with “UMP Gen 4A Reactive™ Pearl” Coverstock (finished - 800, 1000, 2000, 2000 Abralon® sanded, then polished with Powerhouse Factory Finish).
Seeking to provide an extremely angular reaction at the Break Point, the “Robot” Asymmetrical Core is used. (Core numbers – in #15, RG - 2.50, Intermediate Differential -.018 Differential - .058. WWRD Feb. 3, 2011.
The Ebonite Mission Domination/$250K is covered in “XL 1300” Black Pearl reactive coverstock surrounding the “Mission 1.0” core with the cover finished with 800 Abranet, then 1000, 2000, 3000 Abralon. Radius of Gyration (RG) in #15 - 2.49, RG Differential - .050, Intermediate Diff - .013.
WWRD has the Mission Domination arriving in February 2011. See the video.
 The black/blue/teal C-System alpha-max combines the new CFT "alpha-max" coverstock finished 500, 800, 4,000 Siaair Micro Pad with the proven asymmetric "I-Block" core from the C-System 3.5 to produce a ball motion that is extremely powerful with more total hook on heavy oil lane conditions.
Brunswick reports "This strong hook motion positions the C-System alpha-max as the most aggressive bowling ball in the Brunswick product line." Check out the video: C-System alpha-max
The black/white pearl Loaded Revolver expands the range in ball motion in the Revolver series by providing more length and stronger backend reaction on medium to heavy oil lane conditions. Combining the "Jack" core with the "Propel X" coverstock produces "a ball with outstanding all-purpose performance for a variety of bowling styles" describes a Brunswick representative. Check out the video: Loaded Revolver.
Introducing the latest high performance ball from Columbia 300 - The WORLD BEATER. Equipped with the innovative high performance “Arrowhead” core and the brand new “Super Tilt Solid” Black/Orange/Blue reactive coverstock (finished 800 Abranet™, 1000, 2000, 2000 Abralon®) Brand Manager Bugsey Kelly offered “The World Beater core and coverstock combines high RG with extreme strength and versatility.” See the Video.
 Info on the Ebonite Vital Energy: The new Vital series ball has the same strong asymmetric core design used in the Vital Sign, but Ebonite has the all new “Flexol Super Charge Reactive™” wrapped around it’s “Vital Asymmetric” core.
The company reports: "Flexol Super Charge Reactive™ offers more of a defined breakpoint when exiting the oil pattern." The Vital Energy is finished 800, 1000, 2000, 4000 Abralon®. World Wide Release date is January 14, 2011.
See The Video. World Wide Release date is January 16, 2011.
 The new Storm Marvel features the “Centripetal™” Weight Block (found in the Prodigy) wrapped in Teal/Sky Blue/Black “R2X™ Solid Reactive” Coverstock at a 2000-grit Abralon Finish with a Fragrance of Aromatherapy. In a 15 lb. ball, Radius of Gyration (RG) is 2.48, and RG Differential is .050. 
The new Storm Victory Road Amethyst Pearl/Gray Pearl Coverstock is “R2S™ Pearl Reactive” enveloping a re-engineered “Inverted Fe³ Technology™” core, finished to 1500 Polish, with the fragrance of warm maple syrup (can't wait to check out this aroma). By the numbers: 15# RG - 2.56, Differential - .052 (for Medium to high flare potential).
900 Global Creates Raw Profit
 Raw Profit features the same Asymmetric core shape used in the original Profit but with modified densities to create a lower RG and higher Differential along with a higher mid-Diff.
The Raw Profit is wrapped in the “S70” reactive shell (found on the Break Out and Break) in Cosmic Purple/Atomic Orange and finished with 4,000 Abralon.
“Bowlers can expect a smooth ride in the front part of the lane and a strong aggressive jump down lane designed for medium to heavy conditions,” reported 900 Global National Sales Manager Eric Thomas. #15 lb Numbers: RG - 2.471 and Diff. - 0.048. Release date is November 23rd.
Hammer Widow "Gas Mask" Core Is Back
 The Hammer Taboo with a “Gas Mask” core wrapped it in the brand new “Grand Theft Reactive™” Coverstock (finished 800/1000/2000/2000 Abralon®).
It’s their first ball to be poured with the “game-changing HD color process” in Purple, Blue and Black reports Hammer Brand Manager Jeff Ussery.
Design intent from Hammer “Far more hook and continuation in the backend.” #15 RG (2.50) Diff (.060), Intermediate Mass Bias .016
Check out the Video.
 AMF Double Clutch Pearl is the new eye appealing “F55” Charcoal Gray/Burnt Orange Polished pearl version of the AMF upper mid line.
Eric Thomas, AMF Sales Director described the Double Clutch Pearl “It stays true to the high performing characteristics of the Clutch line, at a value price. Same Asymmetric core shape and dynamics, just added length and flip.” #15 lb RG - 2.520, Differential - 0.040.
Release date is December 2nd.
 The AMF300 Shred It utilizes the same exact Symmetric core shape and core dynamics as the Shredder but has a new Black/Silver hybrid version of the Shredder "F74" cover (finished to 4,000 Abralon).
“This is the first time we have used this new blend. By adding solid resin to the pearl we have kept the same general amount of length but just added more pop that can handle more oil in the middle of the lane,” reports Eric Thomas AMF300 Sales Director. “This ball takes all the greatness about the down lane movement the Shredder had and just amplified it to create traction on a heavier oiled lane,” said Thomas. #15 lb RG - 2.481 Differential - 0.054
Release date is December 2nd.
 Columbia 300 offers the RANSOM as the latest edition to its upper-mid performance bowling ball line. The Ransom combines a “modified” core from the popular PURE PHYSICS HP ball and a “pearlized” version of the SUPER TILT coverstock in black, red and purple.
“We’ve taken our high performance core, which is inside one of today’s hottest selling high performance balls, modified it and moved it down to fit the upper-mid performance price point,” said Columbia 300 Brand Manager Bugsy Kelly. “This isn’t a typical move for a ball company, but I feel it’s the right thing to do to get Columbia 300’s upper-mid performance balls where they need to be — back on top.”
What the company has done, according to Kelly, is modified the densities of the Full Swing core, which was is currently in the Pure Physics ball, allowing it to be moved down in price point and give consumers the absolute best upper-mid performance ball on the market. Available December 14th.
The Ransom will also feature a pearlized version of the new "Super Tilt" coverstock, which will allow the bowling ball to get through the front part of the lane with ease and perform where bowlers need it to perform. “This new veneer will allow the Ransom to have more traction in the mid-lane and more hook off the friction than anything Columbia 300 has produced in this price point,” Kelly said.
The Ransom will be released world-wide Dec. 16, 2010. will be available in 12 to 16 pounds.
“I got together with the research and development team to make a Columbia 300 ball that will give consumers a clean through the front and strong on the back end ball motion,” Kelly said. “They came through big time on this one.”
Check out the video.
 New Storm Natural in Black Pearl U2S™ Urethane.
The Natural “Turbine” core is the engine for the new pearl Natural. The pearl urethane coverstock is a modern generation form of the original urethane made popular in the 1980s. What once was used to create more hook and friction as it developed out of the polyester era, urethane has the ability to tame over-reacting backends without sacrificing hitting power, or coefficient of restitution.
Available November 24, 2010.
 Track has designed the new 916AT (All Terrain) to be the most versatile high performance ball on the market - angular in its polished state, but gives great Track-tion in its sanded 'box' state. Track's 916 AT is truly an All Terrain vehicle on the lanes.
The new Track 916AT features a modified “Leggo 2” asymmetrical core wrapped in a new “HP-Gen 4” All Terrain Red/Yellow coverstock finished 500/1000/2000/2000 Abralon. The ball design is for medium to heavy conditions. RG 2.53, Diff. - .055. World Wide release date is November 11, 2010.
 The black/purple pearl Brunswick Wicked Siege combines the new “Propel X” coverstock with a new, medium RG version of the “MACE” core to produce a ball motion that is clean through the front with a quick response to friction on the backend. Consistent from shot to shot with versatility across the lane, the Wicked Siege is Brunswick’s new benchmark ball on medium to heavy oil lane conditions. RG 2.544, Diff:.050.
Damage is the first introduction in a new series of Brunswick Advanced Performance balls.
Leveraging their new color technology with a new, larger pearl additive and new performance core, this red/blue/violet pearl ball should have great shelf appeal and outstanding performance. With a high gloss finish to its “PowrKoil 18” coverstock, Damage provides excellent length with a quick response to friction at the breakpoint. It offers the most angular breakpoint shape of any Brunswick ball at this price point. Damage matches up well for a wide range of bowling styles on medium to light oil lane conditions. RG 2.571, and Diff: .045. Universal Release Date for the Wicked Siege and Damage is November 8, 2010.
 Ebonite introduces the Game On next month.
Ebonite reports: "The Game On will give bowlers length down the lane with strong backend performance on light to medium-oiled lanes; clean through the fronts and great backend reaction."
The “Traxion ReactiveTM .042” Emerald/Silver Pearl coverstock is combined with the “EMP-1 Mass Bias” Core to create core strength. BOX FINISH: 800, 800 Abranet®, 1000,1000 Abralon®, then Polished.
#15 balls feature Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.51, Differential RG of .058.
Columbia 300 introduces the Outburst in Red Pearl/Silver Pearl containing a “Resurgence Symmetric” Core.
A sanded (800/800/1000/1000 ABRALON®), “New Era Reactive™” coverstock, a stronger version of the Burst, the Outburst is designed for higher volumes of oil, and should be versatile when modified for different styles and conditions.
In 15#, RG is 2.46, Diff -.043. Get it November 18, 2010.
 The mid-range Hardcore series from Hammer, will add the Hardcore Hammer Brawl.
The New Hammer features the same core shape as the Hardcore Hammer Grind, with the aggressive “Violent Flip Reactive™” coverstock in Black/Violet. Expect medium hook with continuous backend on medium oil lane conditions. The factory finish is 800/1000/2000/2000. Core numbers: RG (2.56) Diff (.045).
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The Theory Arrives in November from Roto Grip
 The new Theory from Roto Grip is a heavy oil design wrapping a new “Triliptic” core with a solid Red/Blue “Insight” reactive cover finished at 2000 Abralon.
Core dynamics for a #15 is Radius of Gyration (RG) of 2.49, RG Differential of .058. World Wide Release Date is November 24th.
In a limited edition ball introduction, in co-operation with The National Bowling Association (TNBA) , the new Hammer Swagga is a Black/Red/Carmel “Level 2” reactive cover (used currently on the Plague) finished to 2000 (in three steps – 800/1000/2000) surrounding the Black Widow “Gas Mask” core. Core numbers for a #15 ball: RG – 2.50 and RG Differential - .060.
Storm Announces Two New Balls for October
 The Storm Anarchy builds around the “Origin” (Invasion) core and wraps it up with a “R3X Pearl reactive” coverstock, colored Golden Wheat/Plum/Ultra Violet finished to 1500 and polish.
Aromatherapy Focus is the fragrance. The “Origin” core provides RG of 2.48 and Diff. of .054. 
The Reign Supreme features the C.A.M. core with a “R2S” Hybrid Reactive cover in Purple/Ruby, finished to 1500 grit and polished. The Reign’s CAM core provides RG of 2.57 and Differential of .048 in #15. Lava Spice is the fragrance.
World Wide Release Date is October 20th, 2010.
 Track's 715T is the first "T" (Track-tion) ball released in the 7 series; designed to be a stronger version of the popular 505T. The designers set out to make a more aggressive product by using an all-new “UMP GEN4T” coverstock in striking Red/Yellow/Blue colors, finished with 500/1000/2000 Abralon®. This cover has a larger footprint on the lane to help carve through the head oil. The Asymmetrical “Catback” core found in the 7 series features RG of 2.52 and Diff. of .052 in #15. World Wide Release Date 10/7/10.
The Ebonite Mission 2.0, new addition to their high performance line, looks to be an orange pearl cover finished to 2000 (800-1000-2000), using a cover called "XL1250" wrapping the original Mission core. RG is 2.48. Check out the Goofy Commercial for this ball. While a seminar schedule is in full swing across the US, there is no word at this time when the ball will be released. We expect to receive at least a display ball on September 16th. More to come.
Track Adds a 6 Series Ball
 Why a 6 series ball? Track’s R&D Department developed the 607A Special Edition specifically positioned between the 505A and 715A, presenting a level of performance that bowlers are looking for, right between the two.
The asymmetric core is a modified version of the "Legion" core used in the Track Temper. Extreme Angularity is the strength of the “SE6” GEN1 coverstock, making this ball a dynamic choice for the oil patterns in typical house shots most competitive league bowlers face. Cover of the 607ASE is Black/Red/Yellow and finished 500, 1000,2000, 4000 then polished with Powerhouse Factory Finish. 15# RG is 2.46, and RG Differential is .041. Available Now.
 C (System) 4.5 is the next progression in Chemical Friction Technology from Brunswick. The CFT v4.5 coverstock has a lower friction factor than CFT 3.5 which improves length through the heads and mid-lane without sacrificing the quick response and improved traction on the back-end.
The new "I – Block" Symmetric core was created by modifying the original asymmetric "I – Block" core (which has a symmetric base and an asymmetric flip block) to have an asymmetric base. By creating an asymmetric base with an asymmetric flip block on perpendicular axes the two asymmetries cancel each other out making the core shape symmetric. The core shape was also thinned and stretched to increase the RG min while maintaining the overall differential. RG 2.555, RG Differential 0.053 Universal Release Date: July 12, 2010.
 The Brunswick Revolver utilizes “ConneXion Grip” an improved version of “ConneXion” coverstock with a 4,000 Siaair Micro Pad finish. “ConneXion Grip” incorporates a new formula to increase the footprint size of the coverstock which improves mid-lane and back-end traction.
The “Jack™ Core” was designed as a low RG symmetric core with a high differential. The low RG engages in the mid-lane assisting in ball motion, and the high differential increases track flare potential giving the ball more opportunity to grip the back-end while using standard layouts and interchangeable thumb sleeves. RG 2.558, RG Differential 0.054, Universal Release Date: July 12, 2010.
Brunswick’s new Anaconda is the first ball with “Activator® Plus” Coverstock available at the Advanced Performance price point. “Activator Plus” is a more aggressive version of the original “Activator” coverstock formulation that maintains the durability and longevity of ball reaction that are characteristic of the “Activator” coverstock family. The rough-buff, pearlized version of “Activator Plus” coverstock used on the Anaconda creates more traction in the oil, increasing the ball’s midlane and back-end hooking action, while still being clean through the front-end.
The Anaconda uses an updated version of the “Original Inferno” core. The Ultra Low RG “Inferno” core revs quickly providing mid-lane traction control with a strong predictable back-end motion. RG Max 2.51, RG Differential .04, Universal Release Date: July 12, 2010.
 The next MOTIV release for medium to heavy oil, the Cruel C51 combines their first asymmetric core design with new “Formulae-5” reactive hybrid coverstock in black described by the company as “crazy aggressive.” To preorder your MOTIV Cruel C51 contact us. A 15# C51 has a 2.48 Radius of Gyration (RG), .060 RG Differential (the max allowed) and strong .030 Intermediate Diff. The Release Date of MOTIV’s new Cruel C51 is 8/13/10.
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Finished with a 2000 grit Siaair Micro Pad Finish, the new DV8 Hell Raiser Revenge has easy length through the front and mid-lane with a very quick response to friction on the backend creating a highly angular motion for a matte finish ball that tears through the pins on medium oily to oily lane conditions. Hell Raiser Ultra Low RG Core (RG – 2.480, Differential - .056) Is wrapped with “Class 7 Reactive” Coverstock finished 500 then 2000 Siaair Micro Pad.
