Post by: lefty50 on June 12, 2009, 11:19:32 PM
- Which ball in the 900G line compares favorably to a Rogue Cell?
- Any other recommendations for a low-rev lefty who struggles in long oil?
- Is there any relationship between Lane #1 and 900G/AMF? (I'm definitely not a Lane #1 fan...)
Thanks in advance
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Post by: BWDavy on June 13, 2009, 09:27:48 AM
You sound similar to me. Rogue Cell is an assymmetric hybrid, so the nearest to that in the range is the Break S-75.
For a low rev lefty who struggles on heavy oil as well, I can say just one thing - Mega Friction. It's AMF, but all their stuff is poured by 900Global.
I don't know if Lane#1 has any of their balls poured by 900G.
Hope this helps. If you do go ahead with the changeover, you won't be disappointed.
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Post by: directdrill on June 13, 2009, 09:28:59 AM
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Post by: qstick777 on June 13, 2009, 09:56:42 AM
They are in the process of discontinuing and bringing out some new stuff - if you are lucky you will be able to find some of the older stuff.
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Post by: batbowler on June 13, 2009, 10:10:43 AM
Just curious to see why you're leaving Roto Grip? Sometimes you may not match up with certain equipment, but then again if you don't have the right layout for your style you won't match up either! Just a thought and I'm not a high rev player, right handed and over 50, but I've experiment with different layouts to help make up for low to med revs. Good luck with your Quest, Bruce
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Post by: clt2244 on June 13, 2009, 10:26:39 AM
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Post by: Gunny on June 13, 2009, 11:44:21 AM
As far as comparable to the Rogue Cell, its definately not the S75 or Bounty.
Those two pieces roll alot sooner. The Break Point I havent tried so cant
compare that to it. Although, my Seismic Solaris Requiem brought up to same
grit as my Rogue Cell, was almost identical. Both are drilled the same and
the Requiem has a bit more midlane.
Post by: LaneHammer20 on June 13, 2009, 01:53:25 PM
I am converting away from all companies to going strait AMF-900 global as well for next season. Have not bought a ball yet that hasn't been a sure keeper, and performance is amazing. I will ahve a Legends/LM ball or 2 in there though
As for heavy oil rpoblems, that has already been clear that you need to picvk up a Mega Friction.
My suggestions, if you can find one, pick yourself up a AMF Code, that ball is special, and many will never get to try it.
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Post by: lefty50 on June 13, 2009, 03:00:04 PM
I think I'll have to try multiple balls to get a proper feel
I won't go into huge detail as to why I'm leaving Roto, but the bottom line is this: my Cell was great but didn't last long even with VERY proper maintenance, my Horizon solid didn't fit my game, the Rogue was huge but inconsistent, and the final straw was the recent marketing campaign. I've just decided to put my disposable income in another company's pocket.
Sure sounds like I've found a home. My major problem has always been going too long, so the earlier roll of the S75 actually intrigues me. I hear with interest the love shown to the Break Point, but will have to fight the "latest and greatest" syndrome to pass by the Bounty Hunter. Also have wanted to try the Code and Nkrpytion Code. Looks like this could turn out to be a good summer after all!
On edit, I should add one thing. I had a bad look in team at Nats, so went down Sunday morning to pick up a new ball. I can't remember which booth, but they had both AMF/900G and Roto. I REALLY wanted to try a Mega, but the guy in the booth told me to save my money and that the Mega "burns up in 5 feet, you'll hate it". Of course, now I wonder....
Many thanks for the replies. I haven't thrown anything AMF since a 300 with a Gold Angle many years ago... I'll stay in touch.
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Post by: LaneHammer20 on June 13, 2009, 03:26:58 PM
I always try to typer really fast, and never really look over it that much at the end.
If you want early roll strong hook with suprising versatility, especially for a oil ball, the S-75 is your ball. I just love this ball.
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Post by: Jay on June 13, 2009, 03:31:11 PM
I don't know what it is but I don't have that much interest in AMF like I do in 900G. The Code sounds like it was pretty good though.
Post by: Gunny on June 13, 2009, 03:56:34 PM
not be disappointed.
Post by: LaneHammer20 on June 13, 2009, 04:06:24 PM
From what I have gathered, these company's are basically the same. The people who sit around and think up the balls for 900 global are the same that sit around and think up AMF equipment.
One thing to look at, 900 global seems to market the strong mass bias equipment, and they seem to keep AMF having symmetric or low mass bias cores. Giving a bunch of reaction shapes to choose from. Which is why I call this comany the most versatile selection out there. They have evrything that you could want to choose from for varying lane conditons and reaction shapes.
To date I have seen no lack in performance in any of my AMF quipment compared to my 900 global stuff, they are at the top of the list in that category. SAme company just different names and reaction shapes.
Eric coming on here and clearing this up better than me would be the best bet.
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Post by: LaneHammer20 on June 13, 2009, 04:12:07 PM
steveinsnellville or somthing like that has posted alot of videos of his 900 global stuff on youtube. He is a lefty and has a low rev rate, would probably be nice to lookj at and give you a good idea of what to expect
Heres a link of videos of his to choose from
http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=steveinsnellville&view=videos
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Post by: JessN16 on June 13, 2009, 05:36:46 PM
I would say this to those who have an anti-Lane #1 sentiment: If your opinion of Lane #1 was formed back when Brunswick was still pouring their stuff, get a 900G-poured Lane #1 ball and test it. The change in pourers made a huge difference. The Supernova XP is one of the most impressive balls, from any company, that I've found and if you like to watch balls go crazy in the backend, get one of those and polish it. I also have their BuzzBomb/R, a pearl ball, and it covers the midlane better than any pearl I've found lately. On the flip side, I'm having a ton of trouble with the 900G-poured Chainsaw.
My Heist solid is a good ball for control on mediums. I have not drilled up the Heist Pearl yet.
Jess
Post by: lefty50 on June 13, 2009, 06:00:21 PM
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Post by: clt2244 on June 14, 2009, 03:13:16 AM
as for lane 1 stuff, i havent tried it so i cant comment on it
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