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tog831

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Big R Bang
« on: May 18, 2007, 12:12:06 AM »
I am currently using a Big R Bang as my primary ball.This is my first Lanemasters ball.On a medium lane condition i am scoring really well.On a medium/heavy shot i struggle a little,meaning my ball speed must be a little slower in order to combat over/under.I have the Bang drilled label leverage.

What i need to know is what ball Lanemasters makes that is a little stronger than the Big R Bang?I don't want to use a particle ball.All help is appreciated.






 

Laybzz74

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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2007, 09:27:52 AM »
The Masterpiece is, from what I've heard and seen, probably their strongest reactive ball.
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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2007, 09:32:14 AM »
that Black Pearl would also be a good ball that is stronger than the Big r Bang or you could just go with the Big Bang solid.
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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #3 on: May 18, 2007, 02:04:20 PM »
Both the Masterpiece and the World Class Reactive are earlier than the BRB. While they won't hook more, they handle (slightly) more oil.

If you've drilled the BRB "label leverage", I'd be inclined to suggest putting the pin at leverage of even 3" from PAP and kicj=k the CG toward your PAP. I say this because of your high ball speed (in your profile). I am still not 100% positive that this will work. Once you get to TRUE medium heavy oil, the particle balls from Legends are your safest bet. They are not entirely like other particle balls, with regard to longevity, if that is your concern.

FYI the MP flare more than the WCR and the BRB, so it might be the safest bet. While it's the safest bet, it still might not work. Personally, I, with ball speed around 16 mph, need more than medium oil for my Masterpiece, with almost any drill.

You can, as an option, also roughenr up their surface slightly to get an earlier grip over the bases highly polished stock coverstock.


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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #4 on: May 18, 2007, 04:00:30 PM »
In closing the Black Pearl, a particle pearl ball, is ALMOST like a stong reactive ball when it comes to its backend reaction; don't discount this beast just because you're not inclined to use particle balls.
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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #5 on: May 18, 2007, 11:30:46 PM »
Laybzz - it appears that you really, really,REALLY like your Black Pearl.  I have a Masterpiece drilled to go long.  The pin is over the bridge 5" from PAP and the cg kicked out, I think 3" from PAP. (10:30 cg to pin).  I I like throwing it between 5 & 10 and on a medium to medium light house shot it walks right into the pocket.  My idea is probably to buy a Hornet for light to dry conditions and much because of your high recommendations, a BP for medium to medium heavy conditions.  What I don't want is a ball that is too overly aggressive on the back end, and it sounds as if the BP would fill this bill.  Does the particle in the BP help it smoothe the transition from oil to dry in the back end?  Also, would the Yeah Baby possibly fill this slot instead of the BP?  I am a stroker with medium speed, medium revs.  Maybe Charlest could also reply.  I've probably asked this same question in another form on a different thread, but I really want to make the right decision on a new L/LM ball.

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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #6 on: May 19, 2007, 05:24:32 AM »
eagle101,

The YB is slightly earlier than the BP and, for me, needed more oil to retain its energy. It's more of an oiler than the BP, for me. The BP with its polish was more of a medium oil ball, while on medium oil, the YB would ping 10 pins til doomsday; it just needs medium-heavy at a minimum. I didn't keep my BP because my polished NS, drilled for length & more snap, did I wanted better, for me.  

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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #7 on: May 19, 2007, 02:07:26 PM »
Thanks Charlest, I think that I am having the same dilemma as tog831 as my MP works well on medium oil just as the BRB does for him.  I think that maybe a Yeah Baby would be a good move up for more than medium conditions.  Though I think that if a Black Pearl were drilled stronger than my MP it would also be a good step up.

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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #8 on: May 21, 2007, 07:03:36 AM »
Eagle 101,
 It's hard to add anything to what charlest has posted as I concor with his views ... that being said, the Black Peral is a better medium conditions ball while the YB and a few other "L/LM" balls are better choices for medium-heavy to heavy conditions (ie - Terminator, Yeah Baby, World Class, and Big Bang ... just to name a few).
 Good luck and keep "us" posted !!!
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Re: Big R Bang
« Reply #9 on: May 21, 2007, 10:56:25 PM »
I think that I could solve my dilemma by buying the YB & BP both.  I'll have to think about that.  That's an interesting thought.  My inclination is to get the BP and then if I need something stronger, get the YB.  Thank you for your input and I will keep you posted.