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Equipment Boards => MoRich => Topic started by: leftykingpin on March 15, 2005, 12:13:17 PM

Title: shock&awe
Post by: leftykingpin on March 15, 2005, 12:13:17 PM
I'm up here in wisconsin when is that ball going to get up here? nobody has it or even heard of it yet!!Thinking of getting one from buddies but, would like to talk to my driller first. I want to shock them all then leave them in awe!!

Edited on 3/15/2005 9:09 PM
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Cjeep on March 16, 2005, 10:57:10 PM
last I had heard when the ball was going to be released was march 20th.  However, a friend of mine informed me it could be this week.  They actually got a bit behind and have somehow mangaed to catch up with production.  I would try it probably friday at the latest.  But definately by the 20th
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: mrfish on March 16, 2005, 11:01:14 PM
Where are you from Kingpin?? I live just outside of Milwaukee and I know of a proshop guy that does a great job and he can get you on a list to buy this ball.

Let me know.

I'd be happy to help you out.

Thanks,

Scott
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: tekneek on March 17, 2005, 07:39:36 AM
My supplier said they won't begin shipping them until March 30th. So I called Shari and she's sending one out this week.

Edited on 3/17/2005 8:35 AM
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 17, 2005, 08:00:27 AM
buddies has had thier shock and awe's since last Monday. I will have one here in TX tomorrow.. I know some people already have received theirs from buddies..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 17, 2005, 08:01:18 AM
By the way, has anyone that got their S&A from buddies had a chance to drill the ball up yet?? Just wondering what drill patterns everyone is using..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jjweb on March 17, 2005, 08:06:06 AM
I'm drilling mine up tonight, Asymmetrical Flip drilling. I'm hoping I will get a skid snap reaction with it.
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The bowling gods said "let there be strikes" and then there was Dyno-Thane!
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 17, 2005, 08:26:23 AM
jjweb,

please post your comments on the drill and teh reaction. I am waiting to get some comments before drilling mone..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: laner7pin on March 17, 2005, 08:38:58 AM
Scott got his in last Wednesday. Drilled it up then went 246-300-258 for 804 first night out. Let another gu in the shop try it out and he went 299 first game with it. Since then we have had about 10 orders for it. Those will all be coming in next Thursday. Debating on wether or not I will get one. My Absolute hooks a ton as it is.
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And then this one time...at band camp...
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 17, 2005, 09:12:46 AM
laner7pin,

how was it drilled. if you don't mind me asking you..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Cjeep on March 17, 2005, 12:00:03 PM
if you want I would check bowling.com they have the ball ready for sale at 144.99
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: adman on March 17, 2005, 12:03:29 PM
Can anyone compare this to the Ravage, length wise?
I have two Ravages drilled up and wanted to know if the S&A goes longer or earlier. I'm guessing the Ravage will be better on medium-oily and the S&A will go longer and be better suited for medium-dry?




Thanks
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Jeffrevs on March 17, 2005, 12:10:53 PM
Shock and Awe has no "conditions" listed on the drill patterns...I would say that it would be longer and stronger than the Ravage.......
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JEFF
"Oh...that's puce"
 Sully; Monsters, Inc.
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 17, 2005, 12:26:38 PM
I spoke to some guy at Morich last week (can't remember his name) and he told me the shock and awe was a much stronger ball than the Ravage. Both the core and cover are totally different..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: adman on March 17, 2005, 03:22:16 PM
Just got mine delivered from Buddies. Ball looks awesome. It actually has a compound finish. Not polished like the OB Ravage. I'll drill it like one of my Ravages with the Pin under the ring finger, 4 1/4 from my PAP (5 x 1/2 up) and the MB on my VAL about 4inches from my PAP, and I'll try to let you know the differences once I throw it.

Thanks everyone. Especially Buddies for getting it to me so soon.

Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jjweb on March 17, 2005, 03:55:38 PM
I read something about a skid/flip drill pattern? Any idea what it is?

I'm assuming that the sharp breakpoint drill pattern would make the Shock & Awe skid/flip, right?
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The bowling gods said "let there be strikes" and then there was Dyno-Thane!
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: leftykingpin on March 17, 2005, 04:07:50 PM
Mrfish,I leave in Burlington but I go out to Fort Atkinson at Rock river lanes to get all my stuff.They know my game and Rick knows more about bowling then anyone I know.What proshop do you go to?
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Turbo on March 17, 2005, 06:59:35 PM
King of the Mill has sold 10 of them already so they must be available.
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Glen Hershberger on March 17, 2005, 07:19:52 PM
I saw mine tonight.
My guy said he would get it drilled on Friday. I have a tournament this weekend. Who knows might get a chance to throw it.
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Glen Hershberger

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Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: mrfish on March 17, 2005, 08:11:33 PM
Lefty,

I go to Precision Bowling inside AMF Bowlero. Scott and Lori do a great job and I don't know anybody that seems to know more about the game than they do. Scott pays attention to every detail and knows Morich stuff extremely well. I know several guys that have these on order. If you have any questions I'm sure you can get in touch with them at the proshop.

Any more questions just ask.

Scott
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: Cjeep on March 17, 2005, 11:16:43 PM
The BALL is stronger then the test models that were used.  They are very angular and have a modified van gaurd core.  The length is similar to the ravage but with the backend reaction of the WMB.  Like I said before more angular.
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 18, 2005, 05:33:12 AM
Has anyone used or thinking is using the high track sharp break point drilling from the Morich website on their Shock and Awe.

I am considering that drill pattern so any comments would be welcome..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: pgpelton on March 18, 2005, 06:53:27 AM
Jkiser,
That's me. Hi track!
I'm leaving it OB surface and then tweak as neccessary.
I'll try to drill it tonight.


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Paul
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 18, 2005, 07:14:42 AM
quote:
Jkiser,
That's me. Hi track!
I'm leaving it OB surface and then tweak as neccessary.
I'll try to drill it tonight.


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Paul


PLEASE, let me know how it works by posting something later on tonight after you drill it or in the morning. I was planning on drilling mine saturday and would like to hear from you on how you like it b4 I drill mine..

thanks,

JK

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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01

Edited on 3/18/2005 8:10 AM
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jjweb on March 18, 2005, 07:24:02 AM
Jkiser, I'm getting mine drilled up tonight. I just didn't have the time yesterday.

I'm drilling it up with the Asymmetrical flip pattern. I'll let you know how it reacts.

Box specs: 15 5oz
Pin 3-4"
Top Weight: 3.2oz
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The bowling gods said "let there be strikes" and then there was Dyno-Thane!
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jjweb on March 18, 2005, 09:51:46 PM
Well I finally drilled up my Shock & Awe and WMB, but I haven't thrown either one of them...

Shock & Awe: 4 1/2 X 5 1/4 weight hole inline with thumb.
WMB: 3 3/8 X 5 1/4

Here's some photos:

Shock and Awe from the front: http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/wetoddimage.wtdr/wODM0MDU1NnM0MTNkZmQzMXk1NDE%3D.jpg

Shock from the side with weight hole in line with the thumb hole (had too much side, went with finger weight): http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/wetoddimage.wtdr/wODM0MDU2NnM0MTNkZmQzMXk1NDE%3D.jpg

WMB from the front: http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/wetoddimage.wtdr/wODM0MDgzNnM0MTNkZmQzMXk1NDE%3D.jpg

WMB from the side showing the MB's position: http://www.we-todd-did-racing.com/wetoddimage.wtdr/wODM0MDU4NnM0MTNkZmQzMXk1NDE%3D.jpg

Will give an update when I throw these bad boys in league tomorrow.
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The bowling gods said "let there be strikes" and then there was Dyno-Thane!
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 19, 2005, 10:04:39 AM
quote:
Just got mine in last nite from Buddies. The salmon in the ball is most likely the Inferno  the same orange as in that ball. Will try and get it drilled and roll a few this afternoon.
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Harrylegthigh


How are you planning on getting it drilled?? Let us know how it works..
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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jkiser01 on March 19, 2005, 03:55:08 PM
Thanks Harry!!

It sounds like a great ball that you just need to work a bit with it..

JK


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If they only made a ball that would carry that da_n 7 pin (and I am right handed!!)

jkiser01
Title: Re: shock&awe
Post by: jjweb on March 19, 2005, 06:34:10 PM
Well I finally had a chance to throw my WMB and Shock & Awe. I was very impressed by both of them, but the Shock & Awe really stands out. Talk about raw power at the pins! Skids through the heads cleanly, starts to rev up in the mids, and makes a wicked turn on the backend. This ball actually makes me look like I have some hand. The hit is quite impressive, although I didn’t shoot any decent games in league (162, 211, 180)… I wasn’t used to a ball snapping so hard on the backend in a long time. Takes well to different hand positions and speed changes. I’m glad I drilled mine the way I did; I can’t imagine it with the sharp breakpoint drill.

I’ll give an update when I throw some more games with it.

-Josh
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The bowling gods said "let there be strikes" and then there was Dyno-Thane!