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Brunwick Mastermind Intellect

BALL SPECS
Pin Length – 3-4"
Starting Top Weight – 2.4 oz
Ball Weight - 15lb 2oz

DRILL PATTERN
Drilled at 65 Degrees X 5 1/2” X 35 Degrees

BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate – 240 / 352 / 436
Ball Speed – 14.1 MPH / 18.6 MPH

PICTURE AND VIDEO LINKS



SURFACE PREPARATION
Grit - Out of the Box
Type (Matte, Polish, Sanded) - Out of the Box

LANE CONDITION
Length - 41 ft
Volume – 18.30 ml
Type (Wall, Xmas Tree, Sport) – Kegel Main Street (THS)

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Brunswick Mastermind Intellect Review

Tester: James Goulding III
PAP: 4 5/8” x 0”
Speed: 17.5 – 18.0 mph
Rev Rate: 350
Drill Pattern: 49* x 5 1/8” x 65*

Typical House Shot (41ft.)

This was the first pattern that I used the Mastermind Intellect on, and it was quite the ball for the typical 41ft. house shot. I went with a longer pin (5 1/8”), but more VAL angle to keep the pin under the middle finger. I wanted length, but not the quick, aggressive backend that a pin up layout would provide. This layout worked perfectly. I started playing 15-7 on the house shot, very readable backend move, and I was amazed at the ability of the ball to clear the mid lane but still yield a strong, powerful move to the pocket, all without that crazy “skid-flip” look (239, 235, 290). Deflection was not an issue as the Mastermind Intellect powered through the pins and kept coming back for more. As the pattern broke down, I was able to get into 20, and then 23, with my break point out at 11-12, without sacrificing much for pin carry (248, 257, 266). This was very impressive for such a strong motion. In comparison to balls in the current lineup, I had the Mastermind Intellect 3 boards further in with my feet and 3 further in with my eyes than the Melee Cross, and 5 further in with my feet and 4 further in with my target than the Brute.

Kegel Middle Road (39ft.)

I was excited to play on this oil pattern with the Mastermind Intellect, as it owned the house shot I used it on, but to me, the measure of a ball is how it handles harder oil patterns. The Mastermind Intellect performed admirably on Middle Road. Unlike many players, I tend to start further outside on this pattern, and migrate in as needed.  I started with the Mastermind Intellect on 11, playing out to 6 with a really good look for a couple of games (219, 228). Then, I started to move in for the next two games, into 13, swinging to 8, and had better success as the pattern broke down (239, 258). Lastly, I got further inside on games five and six, noticed a little slip in pin carry, but was surprised how much further in I could go and still reach the pocket consistently, finishing at 21 swinging out to 13 (212, 221). I was 6 further inside than my Melee Cross and 7 with my feet, and was 9 further inside (to finish) and 8 with my feet than my Brute. I actually liked the Melee Cross on the broken down pattern a little better due to the fact that I could square up and carry better by crossing fewer boards. But, the Mastermind Intellect is an excellent choice to start on Middle Road, and adjust to a Melee Cross, and finally the Brute, as the pattern breaks down.

WTBA Paris Oil Pattern (47ft.)

The Paris oil pattern was the longest that I tested the Mastermind Intellect on at 47ft. I feel this was the pattern that made the ball shine the strongest. After throwing many games with this ball, a pattern has emerged that you can’t go too far inside to have it not recover. I got deeper on this pattern than any other I tested, and yet I could still consistently hit the pocket with good pin carry. I started out playing 17 with my mark and only swinging to 12, but this yielded good results (220, 228). I migrated in to 21 and swung to 15, and the pin carry actually got better (227, 245), which was a surprise to me considering how tough this pattern can play with less aggressive equipment. So, I finally ended up on 25, getting out to 16 with a very cutoff angle of entry. Still, as I stated earlier, the pin carry was very good considering how deep I was on the lane (218, 225). Overall, I averaged about 4 boards further in than with the Melee Cross, and 5 boards inside with my feet. I was 7 boards further in than my Brute on the lane and 8 further in with my feet on Paris.

Overall Impressions

I really liked the ball reaction of the Mastermind Intellect, especially for a high end, aggressive bowling ball. Many times those types of balls are relegated to special conditions and not versatile, especially on lighter or shorter patterns, but the Mastermind Intellect has no such issues and can handle most oil conditions you will encounter. I used it from 39-47ft. oil patterns, lower and higher ratios, with success on each. The deeper you go on the lane, the more you see the Mastermind Intellect shine. I don’t normally reserve a “benchmark ball” moniker for a high end aggressive ball, but I would use that for the Mastermind Intellect. This is a great bowling ball, and a perfect addition to the Mastermind series from Brunswick, to compliment the original Mastermind and the Mastermind Genius. Go get your Mastermind Intellect on the 24th of September; you’ll be glad you did!

James Goulding III
Brunswick Ball Tester

This ball is incredible. I have mine drilled with the pin 1 inch to the right and above the ring finger. The CG is slightly to the right in the center of my grip and the mass bias is 1.5 inches to the right of the thumb. I left the ball at box surface. I was bowling on a 42 ft. THS.

My first thought when I got this ball was that I would need to put it up midway through the 2nd game being that I was bowling on a 5 man league. That actually didn't happen. I was able to chase the shot left and keep the ball clearing the heads. I am completely amazed at how this ball turns off the break point. It rounds the point so gracefully and keeps its energy throwing pins everywhere. The ball is a perfect first option out of the box for me. (i have a 350 to 400 rev rate). If i need more length I can transition perfectly to the Mastermind Genius or pick up the Dude if its a big move.

I would definitely recommend this ball to anybody looking for a good first option out of the bag on medium heavy oil.

Dustin Bearden
DV8 Regional 1 Staff

Brunswick's new Mastermind Intellect opens up the lane like no Mastermind before it. This ball gets through the front part of the lane with ease, and easily recovers in the mid lane revving up for a strong finish on the back end. My Intellect fits perfect in between the original Mastermind and the Genius. Whenever the Genius is getting too far down the lane or I need something that will give me a little more room, the Intellect fills the gap perfectly. I still get the skid through the front part of the lane that I am looking for, with all the recovery I could ask for down lane. With the Intellect being introduced to the Mastermind line, I feel like I can play any medium to heavy condition that is provided. Also, the yellow, blue, and black color scheme on this ball makes it easy to watch your ball reaction. If you have liked either of the previous Mastermind releases, or you have been thinking about trying one out, this is the ball for you. Get out there and get your Mastermind Intellect today!

Barry McKee
Brunswick Regional Staff
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not the Brunswick Corporation.

LANE CONDITION

Length:40

Volume:Heavy inside

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS, but with an out of bounds if too wide.


COMMENTS

Likes: This ball was my first attempt with the MOtion hole layout.  Very continuous once it finds friction.  As with most asymmetrical cores, when I'm releasing it better it makes me look better, and the opposite is also true.  Cleaner with more late movement than the Mastermind, and less over/under than the Genius.

Dislikes: Mine came fairly dull from the factory, at least to my taste, so I added a touch of shine, but still not sure if I had a "keeper". Put it away for about two weeks while I worked on my game, and with the help of a more consistent release it seems to have come alive.  Any real "dislikes" were "bowler induced" .  I've since knocked a little shine back off (maybe 4000) to even out the read on the lane and that's been the best thus far.  I'm not a fan of the orange label, but it's only a color...

I'm giving this one a thumbs up and believe it's the most versatile of the three Masterminds for what I typically bowl on.


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS

I drilled my Intellect 45 x 4.5 x 60 hoping that it would read the mid-lane good and have a nice move to the pocket. This ball does exactly that and then some. It reads the mid-lane exactly how I wanted it to and makes a strong continuous move to the pocket. Once the heads start breaking down I can switch to my Genius and stay in the same area. They compliment each other perfectly. The Mastermind Intellect is my favorite ball to date so far.


Jim Varno
Brunswick Regional 1 Staff Player
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not the Brunswick Corporation.

Andrew Adler
Right Handed
PAP 4 ½ over 5/8 up
Rev Rate 500, Speed 17 mph
Brunswick Regional Staff

This is the one I was waiting for in the Mastermind series. The original Mastermind did exactly what it was made to do. It hooked. A ton. One of the strongest balls ever made. Now with the intellect, I get an even stronger backend motion with a very clean front and midlane motion. This ball glides through those zones and stores up all of its energy for maximum hitting power. I drilled mine Pin over the middle finger with the CG kicked out, mass bias in the strong position about 2 inches right of my thumb. It gives me even more length and a very strong backend motion.

Bowled on THS 42' and 43', 24-25ml of oil.