I know I'm gonna' get a ton of personal opinions with this question, but I really, really need some non-biased replies to this question. Ok, I'm originally planning to get Lane 1 equipment, but I'm trying to look at all of my options.

Ok, which SMALL bowling company do you think offers the most bang for your buck? Now, please remember I'm asking a question and not trying to start any flame wars against any company. Also, I feel and I've been told, that with my style of bowling, I can throw pretty much anything. (Please look at profile)

One reason for me asking is curiosity, but mostly because I don't have the money to try every company that comes out. Yeah, I know about Bowling this Month, and I'm working on that as we speak. So please, I really like some honest, non-biased answers to this question. Thanks in advance.
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When you've moved up, moved back, adjusted left and right, cupped, flattened out, have thrown everyting in your arsenal, and the pins still don't cooperate, just say, "Aw to HELL with it!", and throw the ball!

without a doubt the Test membership from visionary is the best deal going.
Balls are top notch and between the Gargoyle,gryphon and executioner lines you can handle all of the conditions.


otherwise the Hammer blade series. outstanding balls for the cost.

next the Roto-Grip silver streak series. nice three ball arsenal.

the monster line from Big B.

now if you want o go from the 150's( drilled) to the 180-200 range. the Diesels or the Vortex line are great equipment.
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"deserves got nothing to do with it."
-- William Munny

The most bang for your buck would mean, which ball can you win more money with..? =:^D

To me the best bang for the buck are used balls. Get a ball that you are interested in that is close to your span and close to the drilling you want. Most of all be patient. It gives you a chance to try any ball on the market.

Although, I too am biased, I don't think there is a line out there that will cover all the shots, and be as reasonably priced as the Blade series from Hammer.  

Blade Pearl
Sling Blade
Blade Solid
Blade Particle
Sharp Blade

What more could you ask for.  


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Jason Jenkins
"Nothing HITS like a Hammer"

Visionary and DT.  Bought a Thing and Thing Returns both great balls that should last as Tony says with the Soaker cover stock.  

Scott

Not really sure why your hooked on the small ball company? The larger companies have balls that very good that don't break the bank. I have seen people bowl very well with the Brunswick Monster line. I am sure the other companies have similar. Not sure how many of these small ball manufacturers are actually manufacturers and not selling private label balls. Even AMF didn't make their own balls. I know Dyno-Thane and Roto-Grip are Storm companies, so why not buy Storm??? I don't think Storm is going to manufactur a better ball under another name, not good for the stock holders. Lane #1 and these others, may very well be good balls, but do they make them??? Might be better off sticking to a company that's well established.