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dougb

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Melees vs Ringers
« on: May 04, 2015, 02:23:45 PM »
I know the Ringers were recently discontinued and the prices have really dropped.  I have a Burgundy Ringer and love it.  I also have an OG Melee and love that ball too!

I've posted how I am toying with the idea of putting together a 14lb 3-ball arsenal. I can see a Melee, Melee Cross, and Melee Jab.  I can also see a Ringer, Platinum Ringer, and Ringer Blue Solid.  Thoughts from the Brunswick staffers and others who have thrown both?

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Re: Melees vs Ringers
« Reply #1 on: May 04, 2015, 06:45:35 PM »

Melee Cross - My favorite solid in the entire line-up. Takes surface well, and just hits!

Melee Jab - Versatile pearl, especially with the gloss knocked off.  Still can't put it down.

Blue Ringer - A step down from the Cross, but not weak by any stretch.  Plenty of reaction at the price point.

Burgundy Ringer - Great pearl that does fit between the Platinum, which goes longest, and the solid.

Platinum Ringer - Handles drier conditions very well with plenty of "pop" late.


dougb

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Re: Melees vs Ringers
« Reply #2 on: May 04, 2015, 08:05:26 PM »
Thanks Lane! The Melees seem a cut above the rest. I know I love my original Melee and that is the least popular of the three. I've always liked finding a core I succeed with and building an arsenal around it. If you had to pick between the lines which one would you choose?
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Re: Melees vs Ringers
« Reply #3 on: May 04, 2015, 08:11:10 PM »
My Melee was a nice control piece. The other two are stronger, but in the right spot.  Versatility in the Cross and Jab.

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Re: Melees vs Ringers
« Reply #4 on: May 04, 2015, 08:12:49 PM »
So the new Soul and Soul Mate are replacing the Ringers. Are the Melee's getting replaced as well?
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