Ball NPS Score: 100.00
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Motiv Jackal Ball Specs:

- Color: Black/Red All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Core: Predator
- Coverstock: Turmoil High Friction Pearl Reactive
- Factory Finish: 3000 Grit Laser Scan Sanded
- Reaction: Strong mid-lane motion with continuation through pins
- Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.46**
- Differential (Diff): 0.060**
- ** RG and Diff are based off of 15 lb. balls
- Recommended Lane Condition: Heavy Oil
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal

The Jackal. Not much to say about this ball other than the fact it HOOKS! Featuring a new cover, Turmoil High Friction Pearl Reactive, and paired with the proven Predator core, the Jackal is not afraid of oil.

My Jackal is drilled 80x5 1/2x 50 which put the pin just above my middle finger and MB next to my thumb. The 3000 box finish is plenty surface on this ball. Compared to my Revolt, the Jackal is just as clean through the front part of the lane but it is easily an arrow stronger in the mid-lane with amazing continuation through the pins.

The Jackal allows me to play a little deeper on Shark pattern and my carry improved from being able to create a little more angle on the longer pattern.

If you are looking for a ball to open the lane up in league or in tournament play, the Jackal will be first out of your bag. The Jackal is described as a "power pearl" and it is just that.

Rev Rate:420             
Axis Tilt:20               
Axis Rotation: 45
Ball Speed:17                 
PAP Measurements: 4 1/8
 
Layout:   http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj344/TheSuperHitMan/jackal.jpg
 
 
Description:  The Jackal is a strong mid lane reaction power pearl that aggressively cuts through the oil and retains energy to continue through the pins with deadly force.  The fur of this deadly animal is the Turmoil HFP Reactive coverstock and the beating heart is the Predator core, the very same used in the Talon.
 
Out of box surface: 3000 Grit LSS
 
Ball Reaction:  The Jackal has a lot of hook and roll to match it; its not so early that you don't see enough ball motion down lane. The roll and continuation of the jackal on house patterns is frightening and although it did push me further left than where I would normally stand, there was no loss of carry or recovery. I will say this about the Jackal though, I did take the cover down to 2000 and it became juggernaut strong and was ideal for when I used it on the U.S. open pattern.  I was really able to open up the lanes with it.
 
 
 
Conditions
 
THS (40 feet):  Using the Jackal on THS I could play as far left as I wanted too keeping it in the oil and there was no quit in this ball, throughout the entire night I had the entire lane. No matter how deep I played the Jackal was still smooth and continuous with showed no signs of over reacting. Zero issues with pin carry.
 
 
 
U.S. Open Pattern (42 feet):  I stood 15 from the left targeting 10 to the right and was not disappointed in the results; the Jackal dug into the pattern and made its move to the pocket without hesitation.  I also got a chance to throw this ball on different longer/heavier patterns and I’ll tell you now that you will be able to create better entry angles on those patterns.
 
 
 
 
Summary:  Currently nothing in my bag providers me with more hook in oil than the Jackal, to paint a reaction picture of its shape down lane it has a quicker response than that of the Talon despite the fact that they both possess the same heart.  The roll of the Jackal reminds me of the TR2 as it rolls so heavy but with a faster response, this ball will give you more hook than your Revolt and Rage.

In closing the Jackal is a ball that will complete your lineup,if you’re looking for a power pearl look no further than the Jackal. The Jackal is a ball that keeps on giving, it's just that good of a ball.  There is no domesticating this wild animal.
 
 
K.C.White II
MOTIV Staff
www.motivbowling.com

BOWLER INFO:

Rev Rate - 375 RPM

Ball Speed - 18 MPH

PAP - 4 3/8 LEFT, 7/8 UP

LAYOUT:

80 X 2 X 20, NO EXTRA HOLE

LANE CONDITION:

Length: VARIETY

Volume: VARIETY

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS & Sport


COMMENTS

Likes: What really impresses me about the Jackal is how much it hooks overall without reading the lane too early or losing its drive down lane.

Dislikes: Obviously because it's a ball designed for heavier oil it is a little more of a conditional or arsenal piece if you will.

I have thrown my Jackal on several of the house shots at different centers in my area. It gets through the front relatively easy for a ball that is designed for heavy oil.  I personally have to be in the puddle in the middle of the lane to use it but it's effective. I tried playing straight up against the oil line with it and the dry is just too darn dry. I need to make sure I am in the heavier concentration of oil on the lane. It has been said that you can keep moving left with this ball and not lose the continuation factor. I can personally attest to that. I have a 2" pin Jackal for now (will be adding more to my arsenal) and I was playing between 3rd and 4th arrow! It never ran out of gas or puked unless I threw it poorly. I have also tested it on Kegel Middle Road on AMF HPL synthetics and I was playing straight up the track to start. When the first transition occurred I could just parallel it in or increase the ball speed. It never made me jump zones or do something drastic. I think many different bowlers will be able to use this piece. It's not just for the league bowler who throws it very hard with little rev rate. I have a guy who bowls in the same league as me at Wantagh Lanes and he routinely starts around 4th arrow. He has a very high rev rate and a lot of ball speed. He has a Jackal and hasn't shot below 729 with it in that building since he purchased the ball. It's really nice to have such a quality asymmetrical piece in my arsenal. I have to admit, I wasn't a fan of the Cruel Intent and the Raptor Talon was ok. It certainly had a place in my bag, but this Jackal puts it to shame. Look at some staffer videos for the Jackal and when they do the comparisons note how much more the Jackal continues through the pin deck. The Jackal splits the 8-9 whereas the Intent and Talon tend to exit the deck more between the 9 and 10 pins or behind the 10 pin altogether. If you're searching for a user friendly, adaptable, versatile high end asymmetrical ball, then the Jackal should be given some serious consideration.


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHeOLOCj5sE

Layout:
   90 x 4 x 35


Needing a strong ball motion in heavy oil without sacrificing hitting power and continuation?  Look no further than the Motiv Jackal.  The combination of the new Turmoil HFP Reactive coverstock’s cleanliness with one of the most powerful cores on the market (Predator: 2.46 RG, .060 Diff) creates a unique ball motion for the soupiest of conditions.  Even with this ‘weaker’ layout it still gives me the motion I need to succeed in the earlier games.  Being a pearl I have had no issues with the Jackal clearing the heads without super-early burn, a huge plus for the amount of overall aggression this ball delivers.  The core takes over in the mids producing a strong read allowing me to see any transitions the lane may be going through (not to mention the mass amounts of track flare, too).  The backend is strong but very controllable and extremely continuous through the pins; I’ve had breakpoints anywhere from ‘up’ seven to fading fourteen with the same hitting power.  Ultimately the Jackal gives me what I need to start the day when I need traction with the ability to go a little deeper than other typical balls in this category; a perfect alpha dog to the Motiv line.

Trent Overbey
In the Zone Pro Shop
Motiv Staff
www.motivbowling.com 

When the Jackal was announced and I took a look at the specs, all I could think was ‘About Time!’ In all the time that MOTIV has been my arsenal of choice, I have been patiently waiting for that piece with the power to push through the heaviest of patterns. Don’t get me wrong, the Raptor Talon was definitely a strong ball in its own right, and that is why it’s heart now beats at the center of the new MOTIV Jackal! That’s right folks, the famous Predator core has once again returned, now wrapped inside the new Turmoil HFP Pearl Coverstock. Make no mistake, this is not your average heavy oil asymmetric ball. Although this ball is very aggressive in oil, it does not run the risk of burning out down lane before reaching the pins. MOTIV has managed to provide a pearl that is both aggressive, yet retains energy and provides continuation through the pins from a wide range of angles.
Hands down, this ball has filled a huge gap in my bag. Although the Covert Revolt and the Primal Rage have both proven to be fairly reliable pieces for more heavier volumes, there have just been too many occasions where they just did not provide versatility and continuation simultaneously. The Jackal, the moment I began throwing it, proved to be a ball that will allow me to open up the lane with the amount of movement that is seen down lane. If you keep up with my reviews, you would have learned that all my league play is on a broken down, 2nd shift shot twice a week, I rarely need to have a highly aggressive ball in my hand. Recently I actually had to compete on a fresh pattern, which I have been rather rusty with. With the Jackal in hand, I was able to set the tone of the tournament starting off with 298 followed by 279 while moving pairs. This ball was just a flat out monster on the lanes. My layout of choice placed the pin right about the Bridge and the CG kicked out to the left. Although this pushed the ball further down lane, the surface on this ball and its energy in the back end, I was able to avoid over-under ball reaction and poor carry. Returning to my statement of allowing me to open up the lane, with its continuation, the Jackal allows me to change angles at the drop of a hat without the worry it rolling out and having no power behind it when it makes the turn. So, What are you waiting for, don’t just join the pack, its time you stand your ground and take your rightful place as the #alphadog!

Ryan Wyandt
MOTIV Staff Member
West Lawn, PA
rwyandt869@gmail.com
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JAKAL
Want something strong on those heavy oil patterns..Looking for something that reads incredibly well mid lane. Looking for that added advantage on PBA and sport shots The all new Motiv JAKAL gives you that advantage. I have been in search of something this strong for quite some time in the Motiv Line.  The Jakal gives me that unfair advantage!  Its mid lane read provides the reaction I need on heavy oil patterns to minimize the ball skid and still provide the strong down lame move on minimal friction.  The continuation of this ball is AMAZING! This ball provides a strong back end motion and is very predictable even on lighter volume oil patterns. Its all about predictable motion, strong mid to early read on oily lanes and continuation through the pins..If these are the characteristics you are looking for then the JAKAL is for you!!
Rick Zakrajsek
Motiv OHIO

The Jackalâ„¢ is a power pearl with the unique ability to make an aggressive move in the oil, yet retain energy to continue through the pins with deadly force.

Because the Jackalâ„¢ is strong in the mid-lane and retains energy so well for proper continuation, it is a great piece for a wide variety of bowlers.  Obviously, low to moderate rev league bowlers will crush a house-shot with it and tournament bowlers will appreciate the Jackalâ„¢ because it is strong in heavy oil, but doesn’t quit.

Review:
I put my one of my favorite layouts (60 X 5 X 40) on my Motiv Jackal and I already knew coming in how strong the Jackal was said to be. My first impression was no different than my expectations. THIS BALL HOOKS!! My first time throwing my Jackal was on broken down Stone Street (Kegel THS) right after league one night and I did not expect to be able to throw it effecively. However, I was VERY impressed on how much the ball did hook while maintaining energy through the pins. Normally with Heavy Oil balls, they force you left because the hook at your feet, and then you struggle to get it to turn the corner down lane because the ball is "burning up" or . NOT with the Jackal!! I was able to play left of 5th error very effectively without sacrifricing any carry at all. The ball is simply a hook monster across the entire lane from start to finish.  I have also thrown it on a fresh THS and I was even more impressed! I was able to play about 10 boards further right and the ball ate throw any oil that was on the lane. The carry was just even better when I was able to play further right on fresh! I cannot wait to throw this ball on some tougher, longer, and higher volume patterns such as the PBA Badger and Shark! I would highly recommend this ball for anyone on heavy oil and I suspect guys with a normal to lower rev rate will absolutely love this ball on a THS!! Do not waste anymore time and drill yours today!!! Get MOTIVateddddd!!!

Bobby G Middleton Jr
Motiv Staff Member
www.motivbowling.com