Author Topic: Core Types - Pros & Cons? (Read 1210 times)

duvallite · « **on:** August 23, 2004, 09:18:09 AM »

I'm thinking I might get a new ball fairly soon to go with my Mutant and Wicked BRT, but I'm leery of another asymmetrical core ball (like my Mutant) since I get such spotty performance with it, even though it was a highly rated ball. My Wicked BRT is much more consistent and reliable for me. Neither are drilled particularly strong. Both the Track Rule and the Columbia Detour sound interesting to me. I've been told that asymmetrical core balls are not as forgiving of release and speed errors, and I'm guilty of both. Is this true? What are the advantages and disadvantages to asymmetrical and symmetrical core balls? Which type might be more appropriate for me? For what it's worth, I'm a tweener, 14-15 mph, like to swing the ball slightly (more if possible), low-med. revs, and average 180 on light to medium oiled synthetics on a 42' THS. The backends are never very strong at our house. On higher oil amounts or lanes with carrydown, I typically struggle.

scotts33 · « **Reply #1 on:** August 24, 2004, 08:00:08 AM »

I thought some of the drilling/layout guys would have answered you by now. Maybe post in Dillings and Layouts.

Anyway here's my take on the difference. For me it's mainly symmetrical. I use DynoThane for the same reason others like Lane #1 for the diamond symmetrical cores. I like D/T's pricing better and the soaker coverstock. I do have a few asymmetrcial balls one by Morich and a few by Visionary that I wouldn't even term asymmetrical because the weight difference side to side is negligible.

I do believe it's easier to read a symmetrical ball. That's just my opinion though. On tougher lane conditions I definitely would stay with symmetrical balls that's why I use them mainly in balls I take to tournaments.

With your game duvallite I'd think you'd do better with asymmetrical balls with more hitting power. You may like the Wicked because it doesn't seem like you have to cover as many boards. Players with lower rev rates usually like to square up to the lane and roll the ball down the lanes rather than crossing boards. Do you think this is true? I'd also work on your technique and try a coach to up your rev rate and overall game, spares, etc. You'll be up to 200 in no time.

BTW....you can post a question on the difference between the two cores in the DynoThane forum and new guy/Phil Cardinale may answer. He'll give you his reasons for staying with symmetrcial cores when he designs equipment.

kotm aka King of the Mill usually posts on the Morich forum. He can give you reasons about the difference better than I.

Good luck!
Scott

Author Topic: Core Types - Pros & Cons? (Read 1210 times)

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Core Types - Pros & Cons?

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