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Swarm
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
Ball NPS Score: Not Available
# Coverstock: PowrKoil 18 -Reactive
# Weight Block: Medium RG Honeycomb
# Ball Color: Black Pearl / Yellow Pearl All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
# Ball Finish: High Gloss Polish
# Hook Potential: 105(Medium-High) on a scale of 10-175 Low-High
# Length: 105 (Medium) on a scale of 25-235 Low-High
# RG Differential: 0.041 (Medium-High Flare) on a scale of .000-.080 Low Flare-High Flare
# RG Average: 2.571 (Medium) on a scale of 2.43-2.80 Very Low-High Break Point
# Breakpoint Shape: 75 (Angular) on a scale of 10-100 Arced-Angular
# Recommended Lane Conditions: Medium to Oily

# Description: The Swarm combines a pearlized PowerKoil18 coverstock with the new medium RG Honeycomb core to create a strong skid/snap ball reaction. With its pearlized surface the Swarm delivers good length on all but the driest lane conditions combined with a aggressive and angular breakpoint.
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Re: Swarm
« Reply #1 on: July 22, 2008, 12:35:37 AM »
Drilled 4 x 4 below the fingers.

Been throwing this one for about a month now. For me it's much stronger than I expected off the break point. I cannot remember any Brunswick ball being as angular for me the last 10-15 feet of lane.

The medium RG core and highly polished cover make it easy to get down the lane, but once it encounters friction it's "left turn, Clyde". I have used it at three different houses with different synthetic surfaces with similar results. Second night out shot my first ever triplicate with the Swarm (245).

For me, this ball is an instant favorite and has yet to disappoint. Great value for the price, too. If you like the skid/snap reaction don't hesitate to give this one a try.


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Dwight Albrecht

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Re: Swarm
« Reply #2 on: August 15, 2008, 12:20:42 AM »
Swarm
Ball Specs
The ball being drilled was a 3” pin out with 3.00 oz top weight.
Drilling: Pin 4" from PAP and Mb 4" from PAP, 1 1/2" in Buffer. Pin is above ring finger. Weight Hole on my axis. Factory Polished.

Bowler Information:
Track diameter is 10 1/2.
PAP is measured at 5 1/4 over and 3/8" up.
Average ball speed (foul line to head pin) is 16 mph.
Axis rotation is typically 90 degrees
Initial rev rate is typically 300 rpm, "Tweener"
Lane Condition and Pattern:
Bowlero Lanes & New Berlin Bowl, Both Houses are HPL 9000 Panel. Oil Pattern: Fairly Flat condition from edge board to edge board, semi clean backends.

Review:
This ball replaces the Brunswick Rampage that Brunswick had in it's line for the last couples of seasons for medium to dry lanes. I am not crazy about the color choice or name, but this is the "Sleeper" ball in Brunswick's line this year. People will not know how great this ball is until they drill one. The ball is very clean through the 1st 15 feet, picks up a nice strong mid lane roll and has a very nice strong turn on the back end and hits the pins like a freight train. Reminds me of a orgional Inferno with more back end. Great brench mark ball or medium lane condition ball, would be a great choice when the lanes break down or when the track starts to form. Brunswick continues to be the leader in mid-priced value with these "bang for the buck" balls. Thanks for reading my review.
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Re: Swarm
« Reply #3 on: August 21, 2008, 10:38:47 PM »
this ball oob is out of this world for the price. I used it about two weeks ago to brush up for league and im telling you whether you hit the pocked or are light or go brooklyn this ball carries and has a nasty bite to it. This ball smashes the pins from left to right and trips alot of the pins if the do stand up. Over all this ball is an all out winner I have had about 80 balls in my life time and this one is one of my few favorites of all time.
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Re: Swarm
« Reply #4 on: August 28, 2008, 08:53:14 PM »
I heard alot of good things about this ball and couldn't wait drill it up.  I drilled this one up 5" pin to pap with no hole.  The pin ended up above my middle finger.  I used it on a regular house shot.  This ball got through the heads with ease and gave me a nice hook/set reaction.  I can use this ball on a med to med/dry condition.
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Re: Swarm
« Reply #5 on: February 13, 2010, 07:37:26 PM »
I have had this ball since 1st came out had some good scores with it. 02-12-10 Subbing in a league for the 1st time this year in a center I have not bowled in 20 years. Every told me going to be very dry bring some week stuff So I brought the Swarm have not use it all this year . Pin under middle finger CG kicked out to the right.

Place was a little dry but not bad The Swarm cleared the heads great, made a very strong move to the pocket  Very smooth reaction for me of the break point.  shot 213,276,279 for 767 not bad for not knowing the center.  My specs 17mph 375 revs  per kegal, right handed . I would say the swarm would be a very good ball for dryer lanes or some with slower speeds.




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