Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: neverbackdown_x7x on May 17, 2011, 11:35:12 AM
I really like the look the Arson. Haven't used a Hammer ball since the Black Widow and Black Widow Bite a few years backs but the Arson might be something I need in my bag.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: pin-smasher on May 17, 2011, 11:56:54 AM
When do they hit the market....
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Artimust on May 17, 2011, 12:49:21 PM
Nice bunch of balls!
For those that threw the EPIDEMIC test ball and the Taboo, how do those two compare? I love my Taboo, and might be nice to have something similar to replace it when it dies.
Might also be looking at the Grape for medium conditions on my old wood house.
I know it sounds like I'm in denial, but I'm not.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: crusher267658 on May 17, 2011, 01:04:59 PM
Looks like a good time to be dumping some of my equipment, lol.
No matter how dark the area around you gets... Never take your eyes off the match you lit.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Juggernaut on May 17, 2011, 02:11:49 PM
When do we get vids?
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Artimust on May 17, 2011, 02:36:32 PM
Dang, just noticed that the Epidemic won't be released until 8-18-11!
I know it sounds like I'm in denial, but I'm not.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: UltimateB9000 on May 17, 2011, 02:37:46 PM
They all look great im interested in the Arson and I wonder how it will compare to the Taboo. Can't wait till Hammer releases the vids on these babies to we can see them in action!
My Arsenal Hammer Taboo Hammer Jigsaw Corner Hammer Jigsaw Trap Hammer Black Widow Bite Hammer Black Widow Pearl Hammer Doom Raw Hammer Hammer Cherry Vibe Nothing Hits Like a Hammer
Edited by UltimateB9000 on 5/17/2011 at 2:39 PM
Edited by UltimateB9000 on 5/17/2011 at 2:40 PM
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Goof1073 on May 17, 2011, 02:54:38 PM
Glad to see hammer putting out a Hybrid ball...
...too bad they still haven't made a Hybrid Vibe; man that ball would KILL!!
-Chris: DJ's Pro Shop : Auburn, MA
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: pin-smasher on May 17, 2011, 06:33:40 PM
got an arson and blue on order.....cant wait
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: kidlost2000 on May 17, 2011, 08:29:56 PM
Will be getting a new Vibe.
Be good, or be good at it.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: EboKnight on May 17, 2011, 09:32:05 PM
Hammer Arson..... Hybrid cover, great symmetric core, sweet looking ball!!!
I smell smuldering competition!!!
Matt Williams Gator Pro Shop: June 04 - Present Ebonite Staff (4 years running) www.Ebonite.com www.GatorBowling.com
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: dizzyfugu on May 17, 2011, 11:32:28 PM
I wonder what's the cover on the Blue like - a hard, non-porous urethane like a classic Faball Blue Hammer, or rather a more modern urethane-resin blend that offers more traction through the material properties? The fine surface grit suggests the latter - anyone knows?
DizzyFugu - Reporting from Germany Confused by bowling? Check out BR.com's vault of wisdom: the unofficial FAQ section
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Balldoctor on May 18, 2011, 12:03:36 AM
Wow, looks good.
Remember, ALL BOWLING IS LOCAL!
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: pop_1 on May 18, 2011, 05:58:17 AM
Which if any of these new releases is the mystery ball that Hammer sent out about a month ago? I heard the mystery ball was awesome.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Dan Belcher on May 18, 2011, 06:51:52 AM
It looks like the Epidemic has the same color scheme as my buddy's Mystery Ball, so I assume that's it.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: InternationalBowler on May 18, 2011, 07:07:20 AM
The Blue Hammer is a performance urethane is an updated urethane. But it is nothing like the Pure Hammer cover. It actually reacts a little smoother and less violent than my original Nitro so it can be considered true urethane
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: HmmrHead826 on May 19, 2011, 08:32:07 AM
Who needs urethane?? Really??? I can hook it with ANYONE...almost maybe not Belmo or Smith, but almost. RARELY, I MEAN RARELY would I ever need urethane....
The Epidemic is the only one of the 4 that I am remotely interested in....and I'm a hammerhead.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: bighook69 on May 19, 2011, 08:37:24 AM
errrr... the point of urethane isn't exactly to "hook it with anyone".
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: Dan Belcher on May 19, 2011, 09:18:20 AM
I do not have anything resembling a high rev rate. I'm only around 250rpm. The definition of a stroker. And yet even I have found use for urethane on occasion. It's about control, not minimizing hook. Sometimes urethane is a good choice on short oil where there's a violent response to friction you can't control. It's also good for when the lanes are playing exceptionally wet/dry and you can't stay out of trouble -- it lets you move right and pipe it up the friction without getting that violent snap off the dry.
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: KDawg77 on May 20, 2011, 12:09:00 PM
I might do a Grape with a similar setup as my Cherry. My Blue Vibe is pin under ring x-hole lower positive thumb quadrant and the Cherry is pin over ring and basically stacked with the CG and no x-hole. Don't think I want a pin down pearl, but then again I'm no expert.
Ken
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: EboKnight on May 20, 2011, 01:11:47 PM
i agree... you drill a Blue Hammer so it doesnt hook... thats the point of Urethane.
plus watching a ball go really left to right now of day is just awful. The less boards the better, even if your a power player.
Matt Williams Gator Pro Shop: June 04 - Present Ebonite Staff (4 years running) www.Ebonite.com www.GatorBowling.com
Edited by EboKnight on 5/20/2011 at 1:13 PM
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: dizzyfugu on May 24, 2011, 03:48:27 AM
Ah, thank you! :)
DizzyFugu - Reporting from Germany Confused by bowling? Check out BR.com's vault of wisdom: the unofficial FAQ section
Title: Re: New Hammer releases
Post by: dizzyfugu on May 24, 2011, 03:49:59 AM
Sorry to burst your limited bubble - I do, or am at least interested in such an offering.
Dream on...
DizzyFugu - Reporting from Germany Confused by bowling? Check out BR.com's vault of wisdom: the unofficial FAQ section