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Zen 25
« on: January 17, 2025, 10:31:47 AM »
Start the year 2025 in style with the 900Global Zen 25, a bowling ball that merges the iconic Zen performance with cutting-edge innovation. Designed for medium-heavy oil conditions, the Zen 25 features the brand-new RB 83 Pearl Reactive Coverstock paired with the trusted Meditate Symmetric Core enhanced by A.I. Core Technology. This ball is crafted for bowlers who demand effortless length, explosive backend reaction, and unparalleled reliability. The Meditate Symmetric Core with A.I. Technology builds on the legacy of the original Meditate Core, renowned for its massive size and consistent reaction. Now enhanced with advanced A.I. engineering, the Zen 25 maximizes energy transfer at impact, creating a larger "sweet spot" that turns near hits into strikes. The low RG and high differential provide a smooth and controlled motion that perfectly complements the dynamic performance of the RB 83 Pearl coverstock. The new RB 83 Pearl Reactive Coverstock is the latest formula from 900Global’s Reserve Blend series. Engineered to balance length and backend motion, the "83" signifies its aggressive positioning on a performance scale of 1-100. This advanced pearl reactive coverstock glides effortlessly through the front part of the lane and delivers a strong, consistent backend reaction. It is specifically designed to provide the precision, power, and consistency bowlers need on medium-heavy oil patterns. Complete with a Power Edge Finish, the Zen 25 ensures maximum versatility and performance across varying conditions. It honors the Zen legacy while pushing the boundaries of innovation, giving bowlers the confidence to achieve their best game yet. Start your season with a ball that redefines excellence—the Zen 25.

Color: Red/Silver/Black
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Meditate Symmetric A.I. (14-16#)
Coverstock: Reserve Blend 83 Pearl Reactive
Finish: Power Edge
Hook Potential: Medium-High
Length: Long
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
RG: 2.48 (for 15# ball)
Differential: 0.053 (for 15# ball)

 

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #31 on: February 12, 2025, 01:17:46 PM »
Zen 25 is the new and improved pearl Zen we have been waiting for. Featuring the same great Meditate core enhanced with A.I. tech, this Zen revs up more strongly and continues better than the original. The Zen 25 also features a new pearl coverstock that can handle more oil than the original. All of this combines for a fresh take on what SPI is known for: strong pearl balls. Compared to the Phaze A.I., the Zen 25 picks up in the midlane more, and has a more gradual and continuous hook shape. For me, the Zen 25 has been a great 2 ball in league behind a Summit Ascent or Phaze 2. I can get as deep as I want with the Zen 25 and it never misses the spot and always splits the 8-9! You do NOT want to miss this one.

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #32 on: February 13, 2025, 04:10:29 PM »
The Zen is back!!  The new Zen 25 features the new Reserve Batch 83 Pearl coverstock with the Meditate A.I. core.  At 15 pounds the Zen 25 has a low RG of 2.48 with a differential of .053.  I drilled my Zen 25 with the same layout as my original Zen which I liked so much.  The layout is 5x5x2 which puts the pin above my middle finger.  Comparing the 25 to the original, I see 2 to 3 boards more total hook from the 25.  The RB 83 cover has some serious “teeth” to it so this ball reads the midlane very well for a pearl and has a strong continuous arc motion on the backend.  I didn’t think the original Zen could be improved upon, but 900 Global has done it.  The new Zen 25 is much more controlled and predictable without sacrificing any total hook or hitting power.  This ball is one that will be in my bag for a long time!  Don’t miss out on this one…this ball is a definite winner!!!

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #33 on: February 15, 2025, 01:08:50 AM »
-900 GLOBAL ZEN 25-
Cover Stock: RB83 PEARL
RG: 2.47
DIFFERENTIAL: .053
LAYOUT: 4.5X4X1.75

ZEN 25! The meditate core is back paired with A.I. Technology and the new RB83 PEARL cover stock. We’ve been throwing this ball for a few days now and it’s impressive. More length than the Phaze A.I. and more angular off the breakpoint. This ball will be used more when there’s a lot of friction built up in the front part of the lane. The Phaze A.I is a much rounder shape and will be used earlier in the set than the zen 25. Compared to the original zen you’ll see it be longer and sharper off the breakpoint.

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #34 on: February 15, 2025, 10:22:24 AM »
900 Global Zen 25 Ball Review by PJ Haggerty

The latest addition to the Batch 800 series at 900 Global is the Zen 25.  There’s been several versions of the Zen before this one and they’ve all been impressive  The Zen 25 is living up to that same hype.  The 25 features a new pearl coverstock (RB-83) and that’s wrapped around the usual Meditate core.  While still providing players a low RG of 2.48, the 25 is designed to be clean through the body of the lane but provide a quick response time when changing direction.  The RG will help players retain confidence that the ball will not ‘miss the spot’ too. 

I’ve drilled one so far and love it.  Honestly, it rolls so good that I’m not sure I’ll drill a second one because I wouldn’t know how to make it better.  It’s mapped out as 5.5 x 5 x 2.5.  This puts the pin just left of my bridge with a slight shift of the cg. From a surface standpoint, I haven’t touched the cover.  I’ve thrown it directly out of the box and it rolls great.  We bowl on a high friction surface and it’s been usable during our normal league on the house shot as well as some sport conditions once the pattern transitions. 

The Zen 25 will go with me everywhere I go for the time being.  It rolls great and compliments balls such as the Origin, Ion Max, and Rock Star.

Go drill one!

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #35 on: February 15, 2025, 01:42:46 PM »
Layout: 45 x 4 1/2” x 35

The Zen 25 immediately reminded me of the Zen Gold Label – very easy through the front part of the lane, with a quick, decisive move down-lane.  Due to it's slightly skid-flip nature (though I would not call it “violent”), it is best at home on medium to medium-dry or broken down patterns.  It is a great choice to go to after the stronger shiny balls (Origin, Equinox, Attention Star) get to be too much.  I have found that it is not as sensitive to oil as the Gold Label could be, which certainly increases its versatility.  If the lanes dry up to the point that even the Zen 25 is too much, then one of the shiny Hustles is a perfect step-down.

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #36 on: February 15, 2025, 06:20:44 PM »
I am slightly speed dominant, rev challenged 220-250ish, low tilt and high rotation. The 900 Global Zen 25 is a symmetric pearl reactive that has high flare potential. 

I drilled mine 60 x2 5/8 x 30 (short pin) and hit it with some surface 500/1000. My axis point is 1 3/8 up and 4 1/4 right. I love this ball because It doesn’t overeact on me. Check out my video at: https://youtu.be/gtexCLl25Xc?si=y_QuJ6p_o-DFpcZI

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Re: Zen 25
« Reply #37 on: February 16, 2025, 09:17:55 AM »
I can not say enough about the Zen25. It's very similar to the OG Zen, but the recent upgrades have made something amazing, even better. The cover is new with RB-83 Pearl, and the same Zen core is in there, but now wrapped with the AI additive. I put a 5x4x5 layout on mine, and the combo of roundness, responsiveness, and continuation is beyond impressive. This is one of those balls I can play absolutely anywhere on the lane and have success with. When I threw it up against the OG Zen, the original seemed to be a little quicker off friction, and ever so slightly more forward, where as the Zen25 made a more gradual move left and kept pulling through the pins. This is absolutely a homerun by 900 Global.
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