This ball needs friction. That's not a bad thing. If you watch Brunswick's product video it was designed to go longer than the first Twisted and be more angular late.
My experience has been that on fresh patterns it's very good playing straighter lines on the outside. On broken down shots I can move in and swing it, but the bigest difference for me has been how it reads the friction. It is more consistent than the original. Very hard through the pin deck and not "squirty" at all.
I've said it before on here, but too weak a layout and you might feel there's something missing. The core and cover can get the ball down the lane with ease, so don't go too far from your PAP. Mine's 4 1/2 and above the fingers with the MB at about 60 degrees. That's PLENTY weak for me.
Also, don't be afraid to knock some of the "gloss" off the cover for an even better read on the lane. Not too dull, but 2000 to 4000 (if it's a new 4000) will help most bowlers.
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Lane Carter, Strike Zone Pro Shops - Salt Lake City, Utah
Brunswick Amateur Staff
www.brunswickbowling.com