This is one of the best balls i have ever drilled.

First of this ball tends to work better on medium to drier lane conditions or a wet/dry shot. I have drilled two of these balls for myself, the first is (4 1/2 x 2 1/2) and the second is (5 1/2 x 4 1/2). The first ball also needed a small weight hole drilled back to 1/2 positive side. The first layout tended to get into a roll quicker and set up in the pocket a little better (played well on inside angles). The second ball works better playing down the boards, it didn't finish nearly as hard as the first when playing inside.

Overall this ball has been an excellent carrying ball which allows me to keep pins very low. In the month of january I have averaged over 240+ with this ball. I highly recommend this ball to anyone who has above average rotation, or anyone bowling on drier lanes.

SSSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHH.....Don't tell anyone you have read this.
The DYNOTHANE CRISIS is one of the best kept secrets on the market. I
have mine drilled with the pin over the ring and cg on the midline
over about 1 1/2" with a small deep hole at 6" to get me back to 1/2oz
sw to go with the balanced 1/2oz fw.  This ball clears the heads
as smooth as silk, revs up in the midlane, and heads for the pocket
like it had radar...This is the easiest ball to make lane adjustments
I've ever used. With some balls moving left and right gets you too
much skid in the oil,..or too much jump off the dry. Not the Crisis, it's
amazing how long I can bowl with this ball in a tournament, changing lanes
every game, and continue to score and keep the ball in play as the lanes
change. This is a great ball to read the lanes the same way time after
time...another winner by DYNOTHANE. jimensminger

Hi there. This review is ont the Dyno-Thane Crisis. I don't know the specs cause I bought this ball used from a friend and it fit me perfectly. WHAT A Coincidence!!! Anyway, this is a great allaround ball but best in the dry. For when its medium oil I just slow my ball speed down. The Crisis will go way down the lane and have a strong arc directly into the pocket and smashes every pin. I bowled my best game with this ball. Not score wise causes I messed up But in the 1st frame strike 2nd frame 9 open then 9 in a row not missing the pocket then a 6 open in the 10th for a 253. I blew the 10th because it was a 4 7 6 10. I also slipped. Well Thats it. And by the way this ball hooks alot even though its not drilled for full hook potential.

Prevent Crisis, Use the Crisis

Lane Conditions: Medium-Light Oil
Typical Conditions: Variety of Shots
Type of Lane: All Synthetic
What part of the lane did you play? Third Arrow
Weight of bowling ball: 15
Surface of bowling ball: Factory/Box
Likes: Very Predictable. Gets through the heads easy. Strong, yet controllable backend. Versatile.
Dislikes: Of course, not intended for oil. When there is too much oil, the ball gets a little unpredictable.

Ball specs before drilled:
Ball Weight:15 pounds, 4 ounces
Top Weight: 2.42 ounces
Pin Distance: 3-3.5 inches
Drilling: Basic Label

Hook Potential: This ball was not intended for oil. The Crisis is a ball that fits well for Medium-light oil lanes. High rev player will like this ball for medium oil. Lower rev players will enjoy the predictability and lower hook potential on dry lanes.

Hook Shape: The Crisis has a nice, even arc. It's very smooth on medium-light conditions. I'm a high rev player, and it gets a LITTLE jumpy on the pure dry lanes. BUT with a change of hand positions, this can be prevented.

Flare Potential: Differential of .033. Gives small amount of flare.
All ratings are of 12 strikes. 1 strike being the lowest, 12 strikes being the highest of ratings.

LANE CONDITIONS:

Heavy oil: 5 strikes. This is not where the crisis should be handled. It is not a oiler, but you can still use it. I can play straight up 5 on the heavy conditions. But it gets a little unpredictable.

Medium oil: 11 strikes. I really love to throw it on a fresh THS. The Crisis is very predictable on this pattern. I can do just about anything on this pattern with the right adjustments. I can play anywhere from straight up the 3 board, to stand 40 throw 20 to 10. But remember, don't rely on any bowling ball to do work for you. It's all about adjustments. On this condition, the ball goes fairly long with a hard arc to the pocket.

Medium-light oil: 12 strikes. This is where it really shines. Once again, very versatile. Ball goes maybe 40 feet down the lane and makes a strong turn to the pocket. Lower rev players will enjoy it more than higher rev players.

Light/Dry: 9 strikes. For me it is all right on the dry. Not the best decision for high rev players in my opinion, but very playable. Low rev players will love this however. Checks up early sometimes, and as on heavy oil can get pretty unpredictable.

Sport Shot: Prediction - 11 strikes. Haven't thrown this on a sport shot, but my guess is that it will be a great ball for it. Whenever the lanes get tricky, this is the ball to pull out.
 
Hit: 10 strikes. The hit surprised me. By looking at the core, I wouldn't have guessed it. Keeps pins really low, and rarely leaves corner pins. Lots of messengers ROLLING around, not too many speed messengers.

Looks: 9 strikes. It's lighter in color than this picture. A light purple with a little white mixed in. Not too shabby. But I don't really care about it.

OVERALL:

A smooth ball that is very predictable. A perfect ball for you tough, spotty, and broken down patterns. Also should be a TERRIFIC ball for sport patterns. "...Prevent Crisis, Use the Crisis."


Questions?  Comments?  Help me make my review better, PM me.

*Technical information gathered from www.dynothane.com
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I tried.

16lb. - 1.5 inch pin - 2.4 oz. top weight

Pin 5 1/2 inches from axis
CG 5 inches from axis

Pin under middle finger, cg swing, no hole.

The Crisis is OK for choppy heads, but is not a skid-flip ball by any means.  Its a great ball for when the backends are fresh and you need control throughout the lane.  Very smooth at the breakpoint, good hitting power, and very predictable.  This ball really shines if you want to play a tighter or straighter line to the pocket.  Since DT discontinued this one, I'd recommend snatching one if you get a chance.

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