Motiv Primal Rage Ball Specs:
- Color: Black Smoke All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Coverstock: Turmoil HFS
- Core: Vanquish
- Factory Finish: 3000 Grit Sanded
- Reaction: Very strong motion and undeniable continuation
- Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.47**
- Differential (Diff): 0.056**
- ** RG and Diff are based off of 15 lb. balls
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal

LANE CONDITION


COMMENTS

Well as you can tell by my name I usually only threw storm. But when I went down to 14 do to my dialysis access, I started having Motiv stuff drilled up by Joel Reynoso at K&K bowling services here in Las Vegas. I have the revolt drilled with pin down. Last week, I used it on the usbc nationals pattern both singles and team pattern. This ball allowed me to play deep standing 30 looking at 15 and I have no idea what my break point was. I just sent the ball to the right and it came back with a vengeance. I even sent it out to like the 2 board and it came back. That is why I love Motiv. I have slow speed and not the best rev rate but I am able to move in deep and play deep for league and tournaments.

If you are looking for a good ball for typical house leagues, I would really recommend the revolt from Motiv. Great continuation and hooking power

Peter Kramer

PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS

How does a revolution begin? Throughout history we find the stories of countless revolutions that redefined not only nations, but entire ways of life. Sure we look back now and such revolutions are well documented now, but at first, many had to grow behind closed door, go unnoticed to allow them to flourish.
This very moment the bowling industry is witnessing a revolution, although it may not be apparent, it still exists. The Covert Revolt represents the very changes that are being brought to the industry by MOTIV. Although this piece appears to be just another run of the mill solid cover, large weight block ball hitting the market, the real truth can be found within its name. With the introduction of the new Turmoil HFS (High Friction Solid) cover stock wrapped around the new Vanquish core, loss of hooking and hitting power are words that will never be spoken in the same sentence as the Revolt. Despite the high friction, solid cover stock leading to an earlier roll when the ball hits the lane, the continuation through the pin deck as it reaches the pocket will leave you in awe. This piece will lend itself to many different styles on the lane, given the amount of friction that can be generated – lends itself to fresh, higher volume patterns. At the same time, however, there is versatile that can be found with this gem both for higher to lower rev rates, higher to lower ball speeds, the hitting power and continuation can still be found.
The moment I began rolling the ball down the lane, I knew I had found my new go to ball. The 2nd game out of the box with the Covert Revolt, I had thrown front 10 and on the 11th shot, my bane of existence, the 7 pin just would not fall for a 289. I would redeem myself that very weekend with my 5th and 6th games out of the box by shooting a 290 then following it up with a 300 for a 838 series. I had placed the same drilling I currently have placed on my 2 Cruel and there is just no comparison between the two, the Revolt blows the 2 Cruel out of the water! I apologize to those who love the 2 Cruel, believe me; I loved mine just as much. The Pin has been placed right below the ring and middle fingers (right below my bridge) and the CG kicked out. This ball is simply smooth and powerful from the minute it hits the lane to the point it connects with the 1-2 pocket (please take note I am left-handed ha ha). So what are you waiting for, it’s time to Take Control! Start your own revolution with the Covert Revolt!

Ryan Wyandt
MOTIV Staff Member
West Lawn, PA
rwyandt869@gmail.com
Follow me on Twitter: @rwyandt869

LANE CONDITION

Length: 41ft

Volume: 24ml

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


COMMENTS

The Motiv Covert Revolt is definitely a strong piece. It has great overall motion and strength. While the ball’s looks are understated, its intentions are clearly to make a big move and destroy pins.
High rev bowlers are going to need some oil while it will be more versatile for medium and lower rev bowlers.
This ball has a nice read of the later midlane while still making a strong move on the backends.
Our tester had a consistently predictable move and was his favorite motion of all the Motiv pieces he's thrown to date.  It may not have the more skittish midlane look with snap of the Primal Rage, but when you are looking for more control, the Covert Revolt will be more than likely the ticket.

PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
http://tamerbowling.com/index.php/motiv-covert-revolt-bowling-ball-review-digitrax/

LANE CONDITION

Length:  40 ft AMF HPL (house #1), 43 ft AMF HPL (house #2)

Volume:  Medium (house #1), Medium-Heavy (house #2)

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):  THS


COMMENTS

Likes:  Smooth and continuous motion, predictability, carry

Dislikes:  None

Having thrown Storm/Roto Grip almost exclusively for the past few seasons, I was interested in checking out Motiv.  After throwing the Motiv Sigma Sting, I wanted to see what else Motiv could do.  The Covert Revolt is the second Motiv ball that I added to my arsenal.  What I was looking to do in this case was have something that will be predictable on medium and medium-heavy patterns, along with consolidating some of the arsenal overlap I have.  Motiv does not disappoint here.

With this ball, I decided to take the same 5x3x4 layout that I used with my Roto Grip Outlaw, except I did not have to drill a balance hole.  What this did for me was allow the OOB cover and low RG core to really stand out and shine with what it does.  At the first house on a 40 ft THS with older HPL lanes, this ball was surprisingly clean through the front of the lane and read the midlane very well.  The smooth arc reaction it gives along with the continuous motion in back are what stand out.  Whether I played outside or moved in and adjusted my hand position, the Covert Revolt allowed me to play to my strengths. 

When using the Covert Revolt at the second house with the longer/higher volume 43ft pattern, it really showed what it can do.  This is where I think the combination of the 3000 grit OOB finish and the low RG core really worked well.  I was able to play parts of the pattern that I normally wouldn't and still had strong recovery in back with excellent carry.  This ball loves higher volumes and longer patterns.

When comparing the Covert Revolt to the Roto Grip Outlaw I have, it's basically like the Outlaw on steroids.  It's still smooth and predictable like the Outlaw but is more forgiving and can handle higher volume due to the stronger cover/lower RG core.

In comparison to the Track 919C that I have been using for certain patterns, the Covert Revolt outdoes that ball in every way.  Not only is it much more versatile for how it can be used; it does not run into the over/under that I have seen with the 919C.  That's why I would only use the 919C would only be used on certain patterns/tournaments whereas I can use the Covert Revolt on many more patterns and not be as limited in angles played.

Being the second Motiv ball I've purchased, it does not disappoint.  By offering a predictable motion, great carry power, and the ability to handle some higher volumes of oil, it's a great ball that will fit bowlers of all styles.  In my case, it will allow me to replace my Outlaw and 919C easily.

If you haven't thought of throwing Motiv before, definitely try them out.  They've been putting out some great equipment and they have something to fit everyone's game.