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Mr Hurt24

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Arsenal help..
« on: November 22, 2010, 11:32:19 AM »
Right now I have a Virtual Gravity(brought it used but had 6 games on it), Hammer Acid, Emerald Vibe, and plastic. Over the past 2 weeks, I have gotten rid of a Track 607A(didnt match up well with it), Mutant Cell, Black Widow Solid(got it from someone and it was too heavy 16lb), BW Nasty(never impressed with that ball), and a Mission. Im starting brand new and was wondering what gaps do I have in my arsenal? My PAP 5 5/8 & 1 3/4 up and the 1 3/4 up is due to hanging my thumb in the ball a little too long. I have a med-high tilt and got about 300-350 rev rate with 17-18 mph speed. Im a power stroker, not a tweener or cranker but something inbetween. I like to hook it alot but have the ability to play straight. I kind of like balls that pick up early but finsih very well in the backend. I tried alot of Hammer Balls and I only had success in the BW line and Vibe series. I had the original Jigsaw but that ball was hit or miss with me although I shot 2 300's and a 800 with it.  Any help is appreciated!!
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Arsenal

Virtual Gravity
Mission
Black Widow Solid
Track 607A SE
Emerald Vibe
T Zone (plastic)

Arsenal

Alias
Paradox Trilogy
Impulse Solid
Venom Shock
Primal Rage
Cherry Vibe
Black Widow Urethane
Black Urethane

 

HammerTech

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Re: Arsenal help..
« Reply #1 on: November 23, 2010, 07:49:38 AM »
From what you are saying you are missing something in between the Virtual and the Acid. Think the Plague would fit in there nicely. The numbers are pretty close to the BW line (besides the Nasty) and the cover is really versatile. From what you are saying how do you like the Acid? That ball is pretty smooth rolling. Do you ever run into a problem when the Acid is too much and the Emerald is not enough?

Mr Hurt24

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Re: Arsenal help..
« Reply #2 on: November 23, 2010, 10:18:27 AM »
HammerTech,

   I dont really run into any problems with the Acid being too much but it doesnt handle wet/dry conditions as often as I see it at the lanes i bowl at. The Virtual does great but its too much ball on house shot especially playing 5 arrow out to 6 or 7 at bp too much work there. The Emerald has only been to much when the midlane or the front part of lane opens up. My Emerald is pretty strong considering its a low end ball. I got the pin next to the ring finger and cg in palm and its very smooth but a nice strong control backend. I was thinking about the Plague but once the swagga and taboo came out, I was like what should I get. I matchup really well with the Widow Core. Do you think I need anything between the Acid and Emerald? I'll probably get a Backlash silver/blue or 300C to go under my Vibe. I'm just filling in gaps so I can bowl a few tournaments.
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Arsenal

Virtual Gravity
Acid
Emerald Vibe
T Zone (plastic)

Arsenal

Alias
Paradox Trilogy
Impulse Solid
Venom Shock
Primal Rage
Cherry Vibe
Black Widow Urethane
Black Urethane

HammerTech

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Re: Arsenal help..
« Reply #3 on: November 24, 2010, 09:11:32 AM »
Well if you prefer the BW core, I would say go with the Swagga if you can get your hands on it (not PBA approved however). The Taboo is a much stronger shell and don't feel it would feel the gap between the Virtual and Acid. I do think you have a gap between the Acid and Emerald. I would suggest an Onyx Vibe to fit right there.

Mr Hurt24

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Re: Arsenal help..
« Reply #4 on: November 24, 2010, 12:49:01 PM »
You read my mind HammerTech. I've really been thinking about getting a Onyx Vibe for some time and I know a friend of mine has one and he said it was very strong. I got a pretty good ideal on how to drill or surface prep that ball. We got the Swagga at my proshop so I mit go with that. I didnt know the Taboo would be just as strong as my VG. I could use a alternate oiler because from what i've seen with the Taboo, its very strong but really smooth. My VG is a hooker flip monster to say atleast. Thanks for the suggestion.
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Arsenal

Virtual Gravity
Acid
Emerald Vibe
T Zone (plastic)

Arsenal

Alias
Paradox Trilogy
Impulse Solid
Venom Shock
Primal Rage
Cherry Vibe
Black Widow Urethane
Black Urethane

HammerTech

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Re: Arsenal help..
« Reply #5 on: November 24, 2010, 05:13:04 PM »
Yeah I got to see the Taboo at the World Series of Bowling and it is no joke. No problem, if you have anymore questions feel free to ask.