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Title: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: jbkoala on August 09, 2012, 02:13:40 AM
Hi Everyone,

Currently bowling in Tokyo and I like the backend reaction I get from the Alpha Max.
But THS patterns in Japan breakdown REAL fast, and I have to put this ball away quickly because it burns up too fast.
Hence the question: May I have some recommendations on something with a backend similar to Alpha-max but with more skid/length so that I can use it longer?

KS
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: dv8shane on August 09, 2012, 02:55:54 AM
I would have to say try the versa-max. More length and control without having to sacrifice any backend.
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: baer300 on August 09, 2012, 10:12:28 AM
I echo the Vesa Max. It will give you more length and still have that predictable move down lane.
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: Brunswick_fan_BrandonH on August 09, 2012, 10:23:13 AM
I third the versa-max. It will get through the heads and still have energy to carry when getting to the pocket.
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: UpstateProShopChris on August 09, 2012, 11:09:55 AM
VERSAMAX!
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: avabob on August 09, 2012, 11:35:03 AM
Versa Max is my best ball when the heads or mids start to go. 
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: spmcgivern on August 09, 2012, 12:58:36 PM
This may be a dumb question, but is the Versa-Max sold in Japan?  Could it go by a different name? 

It could be like someone suggesting a Kick Zone to someone in the US.
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: BallReviews-Removed0385 on August 09, 2012, 01:36:38 PM
This may be a dumb question, but is the Versa-Max sold in Japan?  Could it go by a different name? 

It could be like someone suggesting a Kick Zone to someone in the US.

Good question. However, the author has the Alpha Max, so wherever he bought that should have the Versa Max. 
Title: Re: Something similar to Alpha-Max...
Post by: jbkoala on August 10, 2012, 01:47:08 AM
Thanks to everyone who replied. I was also seriously considering the Versa Max but was a little cautious on whether the ball would be as strong as the Alpha on the backend.

Lately, there has been a shipment of 2nd quality(bubbles, scratches) Versas into Japan sold very cheaply, hence I took the plunge and ordered myself one. 

Versa is sold here but 1st quality NIB costs around USD200 over here, too expensive...

I actually got my alpha from the US and brought it back to Japan during the rebate period. Price in Japan was ridiculous.