Which of these 3 urethane balls has proven to be the most consistent with the best carry? I'm looking to purchase a urethane ball for shorter tournament conditions because right now, my weakest ball is a Sharp Noize drilled extremely weak, and I feel I can play straighter with one of these pieces.
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High Game: 300 (11/3/07)
High Series: 798 (2/9/08)

Stony Brook Bowling
Cranking the crap outta balls since 2001

I want to see a vid of the Avalanche Urethane before i make my mind up about which one i want. I have high hopes for the Avalanche because its pearl, especially since i havent owned a Big B ball in over 15 years.

All reports ive heard from friends in the Pro Shop business is better length than the Natural and Grenade, with a smooth arc on the back. If this holds true, it could be the best of the bunch.
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Taking your lunch money, one strike at a time....

Two of them are solids and one is a pearl urethane (Avalanche).

This is like comparing apples and oranges. But here is my evaluation.

The strength of a solid cover urethane (Natural, Grenade) is that it reads very early on the lane and is very smooth reaction-wise. If there's too much friction on the lane "carry" may be an issue. It depends on the bowler. These are the definition of predictable when used on the right part of the lane.

A pearl urethane, such as the Avalanche will definitely require adequate friction to get started, but IF IT DOES, it will react like a "tame, smooth reactive ball". I have used mine on the dry (actually "torched") part of the lane and was very impressed with the overall move and carry. I have a friend that owns a Natural, who said "there's no way that ball is all urethane" because it reacted so well on the friction.

So you decide. For earlier read and smooth go with one of the solids (regardless of brand). If you're truly seeing LOTS OF DRY then the pearl may serve you better, since it will go a bit longer and then be smooth. Both types can be very effective when the lanes dictate their use. Just my attempt at explaining the differences as I see them. Best of luck to you.



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Lane Carter, Strike Zone Pro Shops - Salt Lake City, Utah
Brunswick Pro Shop Staff

www.brunswickbowling.com

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