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Vital Sign
« on: December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM »
Ball NPS Score: 100.00
- Coverstock: FLEXOL SUPER PLUS REACTIVE
- Factory Finish: 800 Abranet, 1000, 2000, 2000 Grit Abralon
- Color: Black/Red/Orange
- Core: Vital Asymmetric
- RG Rating (Actual): 16# - 2.49 15# -2.48 14# - 2.47
- Differential (Actual): 16# - .052 15# - .055 14# - .058
- Length: Scale of 1-50 (Least to Most): 24
- Hook Potential: Scale of 1-50 (Least to Most): 45
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium to Heavy Oil
- Description: The all new Ebonite Vital Sign breaks the mold on previous Ebonite upper-mid priced products. Our R & D Team designed a new core, that is asymmetrical, and wrapped around the new core is our Flexol Super Plus veneer. The result is an extremely versatile ball, for all styles of play. The Vital Sign is extremely easy to drill and comes in a very unique Black/Red/Orange color combination that is sure to bring attention to those that are looking to attack. Save your game, with the Ebonite Vital Sign.
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Ebonite Matt

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #1 on: June 28, 2010, 08:17:45 PM »
I recieved my Vital Sign a few weeks ago, and have got enough experience with it now to post a review. I used one of my favorite layouts on it, with a 50 x 4 3/4 x 65 Mo Pinel layout. I have a higher rev rate than most in my area, so this layout gives me a great reaction down the lane.

When I used the ball out of box, I saw a very strong yet super controllable read in the midlane, and a strong roll through the pins. I was able to move deep inside and push the ball as far as the first arrow and still have enough angle to carry out the corners. It works great for me in the first game or two of league, because I can get in deeper than everyone else with this ball.

I definitely recommend this ball for anyone looking for a ball that can allow them to play that deeper inside shot and still have great carry.
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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #2 on: July 07, 2010, 12:22:41 PM »
I have drilled two Vital Signs so far, and can't say enough about this release since I have had it in my hands. I won't go into layouts in this review as you can look at the arsenal link below for a picture and description of each drilled Vital Sign. The first thing that came to me when throwing this ball was how clean it was through the front part of the lane, but still read the mid-lane really strong. What does this mean? Well for starters, the core revs up really strong, giving you a lot of control on the lane. Second because it's clean through the fronts, it saves a lot of energy for the back part of the lane. This being said, the Vital Sign hits extremely hard. Shots thrown I thought would be half tens, were amazingly slapped out. Kind of an illusion to the eye that I haven't seen from too many other balls that roll this strong. The Vital Sign is a great compliment to the Mission. When the Mission is just too strong and rolly, or doesn't save enough energy for the back part of the lane, the Vital Sign really shines, even at the out of box Finish of 2000 abralon. A great compliment to the Vital Sign would be a less grit finished Magic Action. Same Cover different core. There is less roll from the core of the Magic Action compared to the Vital Sign. Amazing what Core/Cover Combinations will do for Ball reaction. Simply Amazing! A great 4 Ball arsenal would be a Mission, Vital Sign, Magic Action, and Game Plan. The Vital Sign is a much needed ball in the line. Have any questions feel free to contact me
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John D Davis

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #3 on: July 25, 2010, 12:16:51 PM »
I just punched up a Vital Sign a week ago. I placed the switch grips in it and took it to the local center to let people try it out. I am gonna say 5-6 people tried it, and not one disliked the ball. After the league got finished up I then took it on the lanes to try it out first hand. It was of course in box finish. The ball flat out hooks.... It was drilled pin down with CG at 30*, say 1.5 inches from thumb.


   I could basically wheel the whole lane with this ball. The house of course I was rolling at is usually on the dry side. Most balls would lose their energy and not carry on this condition from playing way inside. But this ball was super super strong on the back, even with the box surface. It sorta reminded me of the VG but with a little more length and a little more backend. The color sceme looks pretty bad ssa..... if you know what I mean. Ebonite has another solid ball here with the Vital Sign. If you like the mission, then take the plunge on this ball. Thanks, John
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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #4 on: August 08, 2010, 04:57:32 PM »
Recently punched two of the Vital Signs and I'm impressed. Kept the first box finish layout 40 x 4 1/2" X 70. This ball gives me multiple angles on fresh house conditions as well as patterns. Strong through the midlane with a pronounced reaction down lane, very forgiving. The other ball is laid out 45 X 4" X 45 and was taken to 4000 with polish, this ball is smooth and controllable when the lanes start to break down. All in all this ball makes a great addition to any style of bowlers arsenal.
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Lady Ebonite

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #5 on: September 02, 2010, 02:25:32 PM »
Vital Sign is stronger on the backend than the MISSION. It is a lot of ball and a great new look for Ebonite. I have one drilled with the pin up. It is smooth through the front and reads the mid-lane great with a radar to the pocket. This is a great tournament ball especially on flat patterns where the friction on the outside is minimal. Out the box this ball may be to strong for your average house shot..adding factory polish to the coverstock should get you the angle to the pocket that you desire!


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sduplantis

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #6 on: September 16, 2010, 01:29:37 AM »
Drilling - Pin below ring finger MB positioned approx 2 inches from thumb hole (Right handed)


This ball is a great compliment to the Mission.  It is very clean through the front part of the lane and has an aggressive continuation on the backend.  This ball revs up sooner than my Mission (drilled the same) and still maintains its energy on the backend.  I have used the Vital Sign on a modified sport pattern, the Red White Blue pattern,  and a typical house pattern.  On both sport patterns, the ball is very predictable and has great continuation on the backend.  I don’t get as many mixers as I do with the Mission however, when the ball hits flush pocket the result is a strike.  When I have used it on a typical house pattern, where the heads burn up faster, I do have to move deeper and go around the burn area but I still get a great backend continuation.  This ball is very versatile for all players!

I definetly agree that the Vital Sign is stronger on the backend than my Mission however, the Mission does keep the pins low which result in better carry.

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TamerBowling

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #7 on: October 06, 2010, 11:47:02 AM »
See the video review.

http://tamerbowling.com/index.php/ebonite-vital-sign-ball-review/
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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #8 on: January 16, 2011, 11:22:56 PM »
LANE CONDITION






Length:38 to 44

 

Volume: Med to Heavy


Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS and PBA Shark


 



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Likes: This ball is way stronger than I thought it was. It hits so hard. I love the flip in the back. It creates entry angle on conditions where it's usually hard to. Will get a lot of use out of this all in tournaments but not in league.


Dislikes: The out of box cover was way to touchy for tournament conditions wth heavy volume. I hit the cover with a fresh 2000 pad and the reacion go much better.


 


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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #9 on: March 16, 2011, 04:13:06 PM »
LANE CONDITION






Length: 37

 

Volume: Medium


Type (THS) 



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Likes: Strong roll, good hit.


Dislikes: None yet!


 


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 Just got my 14lb. Vital Sign. Decided to drop a pound in an effort to help with some arm problems I've battled this year. The ball is drilled with the pin just barely left of center, right below my fingers. The cg is kicked outside of the grip area. Bowled on a slightly used THS shot. Being a lefty, The lane I bowled on, the left side was pristine. I found that the Vital Sign was easy through the heads picking up in the midlane and finishing with a strong move to the pocket. The hit was stronger than I expected a 14lb. ball would be. I only had one shot that didn't rip the rack that I would have considered a 14lb. hit. I think the Vital Sign will also roll well when I encounter more oil. It looks as though I will be able to get more outside, still get through the heads and will have an even stronger move toward the pocket. I think this ball will cover many shots short of a flood. It will be a big part of my arsenal. I'm not sure why it has already been discontinued unless people are afraid of the ball death many attribute to Ebonite. This ball would seem to fit nicely under the original Mission.

 


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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #10 on: March 27, 2011, 09:31:22 AM »
LANE CONDITION






Length:

 

Volume: Heavy


Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): House


 



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Likes: This ball is great on oil; For more length I would advise to polish the ball. I shot my 1st 300 game and finished with 824 series. 289, 300, 235. The Vital Sign has great back end turn and is easy to read on the lanes.


Dislikes: None


 


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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #11 on: May 14, 2011, 03:06:19 PM »
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Likes:


This ball changes the way everyone will thing of ebonite. The ball motion is totaly different than any ball they have released before. Strong midlane with strong backend motion. If you need to get in deep and open up the lane this is the ball for you. Or if you just need a little help because your a little rev impared. It is a great ball. My ball was drilled 5 by 70 pin down.

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Re: Vital Sign
« Reply #12 on: January 14, 2012, 02:23:29 PM »
LANE CONDITION

Length: Varies
 
Volume:med/heavy

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):

 
COMMENTS

Likes: Consistent strong roll, Awesome carry.  First Ebonite ball I've tried and I'm impressed

Dislikes: discontinued 

 
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