I have been out of bowling since 2008, and was looking for a little ball help. I current own 4 balls that I have used.
1. Hammer Black widow bite
2. Ebonite Total NV (bridge is busted)
3. Ebonite One
4. Elite Alien
I purchased these ball between 2005-2008ish I think. After I quit bowling the balls were unfortunately stored outside in a shed for 6 years. I took each of these balls down the bowling alley in which i will be bowling on this year for league (I did not take the NV due to it being broken). The Hammer Black Widow bite still has a good reaction, but the One and Alien hook very little. I even tried throwing both balls up the 5 board and they still would not come back very much.
Long story short I am seeking advice on either how to bring these old balls back to life, or buy new equipment. I have been browsing the various ball companies in search of what might be some good equipment.
Here is some information that might help with ball selection.
1. ball speed 17-18 mph (I checked it today by using stop watch calculation)
2. I bowl stroker style.
3. I would say my Rev rate is about average.
4. The oil track on my ball after I throw it is about 1-2 inches left of my middle finger hole.
5. my league average before I quit was about 200-210.
I would be looking for a good benchmark ball and a ball that is a little less aggressive for when the lanes start breaking down