Ball NPS Score: 100.00
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- Color: Pink/Purple All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- CORE: Recon
- COVERSTOCK: MOTIVator-Z Reactive
- FINISH:    2000 Wet Sand / Power Gel Polish
- RG RATING: 16#-2.59, 15#-2.59, 14#-2.61, 13#-2.62, 12#-2.62, 11#-2.69 , 10#-2.75
- RG DIFFERENTIAL:   16#-.018, 15#-.025, 14#-.025, 13#-.030, 12#-.038, 11#-.22, 10#-.10   
- FLARE POTENTIAL:   2"+ (Low)
- COVER STRENGTH: 42 (scale 1-100)
- CORE STRENGTH: 47 (scale 1-100)
- BOX FINISH STRENGTH: 20 (scale 1-100)
- Recommended Lane Condition: Light Oil or Short Oil Patterns
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- DESCRIPTION: Elevate your game with the new Ascent line! The Pink / Purple Pearl Ascent features the MOTIVator-Z cover from the QZ2 and the proven Recon core. The gorgeous pearl cover provides the ball with length and an angular backend.

Ascent Pearl
The Ascent Pearl is one of MOTIV’s first true entry level balls, the other being the also newly released Ascent Solid.  Since I tend to be speed dominant, I am typically not one that gets a lot of use from balls designed for lighter conditions.  Let me say the Ascents DO NOT hit like entry level balls.  Bowlers of all levels will find it beneficial to have an Ascent in their bag.

If you are looking for a ball that can get down the lane with ease on just about any pattern this is an ideal ball.  To give you some comparisons the Ascent Pearl is very similar in distance compared to the Blue QZ2, but to me it had more torque and continuation when encountering friction.  Compared to the Silver Recon the Pearl Ascent is not quite as long, but had much more torque.  Overall, this release will allow me to play straighter more often, but at the same time creating more entry angle than some of MOTIV’s current balls designed for lighter conditions. 

You can see my video here:

I would recommend either Ascent to anyone who is looking to purchase a quality ball at a VERY affordable price.  You also have two choices, the Pearl Ascent (Pink/Purple) for those who aren’t looking for a lot of overall hook and the Solid Ascent (Red/Blue) for those who could use a little help getting the ball to cover more boards.

MOTIV Staff Member
Mike Magolan

Motiv decided to fill there only gap in the product line by creating an entry level ball. We all know other companies entry level balls have a certain purpose. What Motiv created were two, the Ascent Pearl and the Ascent Solid. Both balls have different characteristics, the Pearl is a bit longer and straighter with great down lane motion, the Solid reacts a little earlier and will cover more boards for the bowlers that needs a little more help. This is a ball made for every bowler, the new bowler, and the bowler that is looking for something smooth on burnt up or drier lane conditions, having said that, it's really good on the fresh THS. This ball will not let you down and is a step or two above ANY companies entry level equipment. This is the best of the best at this price point. I am a senior pba member and my ball speed is 15.5 mph, not real slow, not real fast, this ball gets through the heads with ease with a nice smooth backend reaction. A perfect fit in any bowlers arsenal. The best thing about this ball, is our customers love it!
David
Bowlers Design Pro Shop
Member Motiv Staff www.motivbowling.com
PBA Member
USBC Certified Coach

The Bowler:
Ball speed = 17
Rev Rate = 400
PAP = 5 ¾, 3/8 up

The Ball: Motiv Ascent Pearl   
Surface = 2000 Polished

The Ascent Pearl is a long and strong entry level bowling ball. This ball will give you lots of length with a quick change of direction.  The Ascent Pearl  is a pleasure to use on broken down patterns and lighter house shots. It glides down the lane ignoring dry patches and bouncing off the friction down lane with an angular breakpoint. The purple and pink pearl is easy on the eyes and gets noticed quick from other bowlers.  I was able to use this ball going straight up the lane or I can go in deep and bring it back on the lighter patterns. It does need friction to get it started but the Ascent Pearl is several boards stronger than the RX1 Silver Pearl on the same lane conditions.  This balls strength is also one of its weaknesses, with the easy length it can wiggle on carry down, but if that’s an issue in your home center I would also recommend purchasing the Ascent Solid. I’ve also found the Pearl shines on sport patterns later in tournament blocks during the dreaded BURN.

In closing: This Gem makes a fantastic light oil ball as well as an entry level ball for someone looking to hook the ball for the first time.
Michael Mambourg
Motiv Staff

www.Motivbowling.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0OIOkihfQw&feature=g-upl

Bowler Specs:

Ball Speed: 18.5-19 MPH
Rev Rate: 375-400 RPM
Axis Tilt: 8 degrees
PAP: 4.25 left, 3/4 up

Layout: 60 x 4 x 30 with no extra hole

The Pearl Ascent is significantly cleaner and more angular off the spot than its counterpart the Ascent Solid.

I tend to be a little speed dominant so I do not throw the Ascent Pearl as much as the Solid. I have had the most success with the Pearl Ascent moving right and opening the lanes up a bit. I really can't square up to the friction as this ball saves up a tremendous amount of energy and can be too hard off the spot.

I really like this piece on higher ratio patterns and THS. It isn't something that I would use unless we're deeper into the block. It needs friction!

It has a unique color scheme that certainly turns some heads. I have a feeling that many women bowlers will appreciate this offering.

Here is the link to my video for the Ascent Pearl and Ascent Solid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BphgmINOiX4

Ball Specs:
 Motiv Ascent Pearl
 Reactive
 Symmetric Core
 Layout 70x3-5/8x45  P1
 
Bowler Specs:
 Right Hand. PAP 5 Over 3/4 Up
 Rev Rate 275. Tilt 20. Rotation 50.
 Speed off hand 18
 
Review:
 Motiv has taken the Ascent solid, added an eye catching color and  polished finish to create the Ascent Pearl. The Ascent Pearl hooks a few boards more than my Recon even though they share the same core.
I tested this ball on a Fresh House shot that was on the wet side. The ball hooked more than other entry reactive balls at this price point but with my lower rev rate I did have to play pretty straight. I was able to square up and had a good reaction and hit, but I was not able to miss too much right. If I was on a burn the Ascent Pearl would have been just the ticket. I liked how clean the Ascent Pearl was through the front with a nice flip on the back. Carry was very good. We have not had and problem selling this ball to our local Male High School Bowlers. (Real men can throw pink!)
If you are looking for your first reactive, or to widen out your arsenal you can't go wrong with the Ascent Pearl.

Summary:
 Great performance for the money.
 Very good hit and control on dry.
 The option of a sanded solid or pearl reactive is a great idea.
  I would like to see a darker color for some of my older male bowlers.

 
Check out our video here:
 



Glenn

sportshot64@comcast.net
 
www.motivbowling.com
 
 PBA Member
 Motiv Staff Member
 Turbo Staff Member

Ascent Pearl

BALL SPECS
Pin Length: 4
Starting Top Weight: 3.0
Ball Weight: 15.2

DRILL PATTERN
Layout: 85x4x40

BOWLER STYLE
Rev Rate: 320
Ball Speed: 17mph
PAP/Track: 4 7/8 & 1 1/4 up
Rotation: 40 - 60
Tilt: 10

SURFACE PREP
Grit: 2000
Type: (Matte, Polish, Sanded): Polished

LANE CONDITION
Length: 41'
Volume: Medium
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS

BALL REACTION (1 to 10 Scale) 10 highest/most
Length: 9
Back End: 8
Overall Hook: 7
Midlane Read: 5
Breakpoint Shape: 8

COMMENTS

Likes: Fantastic looking piece from MOTIV that just turns heads! The Ascent Pearl with its combination of pink/purple looks truly one of a kind. MOTIV with its release of the new Ascent Pearl & Solid have their first bowling balls in the entry level reactive resin bowling ball field. The Ascent Pearl is definitely for medium to dry lane conditions. Bowlers with 350+ rev range will find this ball to be pretty versatile on many conditions with the ease of how this gets down the lane and plenty of backend pop when it hits friction to play the inside lines. Bowlers who fall in the average to below average rev range will find this ball more useful on medium to dry lane conditions. This is a great piece to play the friction line when your higher end equipment is hooking too much. In particular on THS when the outside area (especially the heads) start to wear down from all the traffic and you find yourself moving in but not creating enough angle to get the 10 pin out then this is your answer as well. You can stay right as the Ascent Pearl will get through the heads with ease and have plenty of hitting power off the backend friction allowing you to keep a better entry angle while your opponents are losing theirs with every move.

Dislikes: None


Mike Yost
MOTIV Staff
www.MOTIVbowling.com