Rev Rate: 500
Axis Tilt: 25
Axis Rotation: 45
Ball Speed:17
PAP Measurements: 4 1/8


Description: Ghost (noun): A combination of the Predator V2 core  with the chemistry of the new Coercion High Friction Solid cover stock that delivers more total hook potential than any previous Jackal with no loss in continuation.  The Coercion HFS is the most aggressive cover stock to date on a bowling ball in the Jackal product line. Turned with a 3000 Grit Lss Finish, bowlers will see both excellent mid-lane read and unbelievable continuation.

Out of box surface: 3000 Grit LSS
Inner Core: Predator V2
Cover: Coercionâ„¢ HFS Solid

Summary
 
I’m a fan of the Jackal Ghost for several reasons. I’m a fan of the cover, the core, and the ball reaction.  Every Jackal created has always done as advertised and the Ghost is no exception, the Ghost will give you a lot of hook upfront and plenty of continuation down lane.  I really like how early it is and how it allows me to instantly carve a pattern to my liking, I can sit in the oil shaping the pattern to what I want it to be and as friction increases I can either ball down or move left. The Jackal Ghost WILL force you left at box unless you chose to shine it up, because I love the snow tire effect it has in the oil I leave mine at box.  In my bowling bag everything hooks less than the Ghost; the Jackal LE overall is 3 board less than the Ghost however it does provide a bigger shape down lane responding faster, and the Trident is about 4 board less overall and also responds faster down lane than the Ghost.   

The first layout I used on the Ghost was a low flare layout which allowed me to use the strength of the cover instead of the core, if I wanted more out of the Ghost it was a matter of adjusting the cover which I consider a benefit when using low flare layouts. Using the low flare layout I was able to play right longer and as the pattern started to break down it became a matter of adjusting my eyes rather than my feet, it was a predictable continuous reaction. The second layout I used in the Ghost was a bigger layout (50 x 4 ¾ x 60) which gave me an earlier/stronger reaction overall, I could easily open up the lanes with this reaction which I found favorable on longer and flatter patterns. Unlike the low flare layout I could really see the muscle of the core as the Ghost would make a heavy left turn, as I’ve stated before this is the strongest Jackal to date.


There is nothing like a bowling ball that does as advertised and the Jackal Ghost indeed is everything it is marketed to be, you can haunt your opponent and defeat them at the same time and I promise you’ll enjoy it.

Your game with thank you for it.

K.C. White II
Motiv Staff
Whybowl Staff
Mongoose Tape Staff

Layout:
90 x 4 x 40

Heroes get remembered, but Legends Never Die. The Jackal Ghost brings back the spirit of the original Jackal line using new technology to deliver the same performance. The Predator V2 core (2.47RG, .054Diff), wrapped in the all new Coercion HFS Solid coverstock (finished at 3000LSS), delivers the same continuation of the original Predator and hits the pit just as hard as well. I put the same layout on the Ghost as I did the original Jackal to give myself a good comparison and I have not been disappointed in the new versus the old. Since this new Coercion is much stronger I see the ball read the mids extremely strongly (I have come close to flaring the entire ball when I have to get on it) yet I see no hesitation when it comes to changing direction towards the pocket. So far I have found this to be an easy 3-2 to 5-3 more than my Trident of similar layout; both box finish. Though I get the best results when I am a bit more square, the ability of this ball to open up surprises me as I can swing it almost like it is a medium volume piece of equipment without the fear of it bleeding too much energy and finishing weak. What impresses me the most, though, is that the continuation is astounding. Once the Ghost decides to go left it just keeps going; a ball that cuts through heavier oils rarely flirts with leaving as many 9-pins as I have. Do note, however, that this is a heavy oil beast so I usually have to put it away by the end of game one in league (a medium oil shot at best). So long as you remember to stay in this hunter’s natural habit, enjoy unleashing this deadly beast that has risen from the dead, the Jackal Ghost.

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

Jackal Ghost
For me the Jackal line has been very interesting. Some were very good and some not so good. My tilt and axis rotation is such that the ball pushes through the oil without much resistance so heavy oil was always something I struggled with. Over time I have learned how to stay more behind the ball and truly roll the ball which in turn help the ball to read more in the oil and has for the most part helped me to tame the heavier oil patterns. This is great with the exception that it takes me a bit away for my sweet spot and the comfort of just throwing it! I have been in search of a ball that would allow me to stay more up the side of it but still read for me in the oil. The Jackal Ghost became that ball. Because of its massive track flair, stronger back end and continuation the ghost allows me to stay within my game and feel confident that I can get in the oil and still control the pocket. This ball is idea for low rev or speed dominant players and will not disappoint. If you are looking for that heavy oil ball that will react where and when you need it to this is the ball for you!
Rick Zakrajsek
Motiv Staff
www.motivbowling.com

Ball Specs and Layout:
Predator V2 Core
Coercion HFS Solid
3000 Grit LSS
60x5.25x45

Bowler Stats:
Rev Rate – 425
Ball Speed – 17 mph (down-lane)
PAP – 3 ½ over, ¾ up
Right-handed

Test Environment:
Fresh 42’ THS

Review:
The Ghost Jackal has unbelievable continuation for a ball of its strength. The backend motion is very predictable. I noticed how much quicker I had to be in making adjustments due to how quickly the Ghost Jackal’s cover transitioned the middle of the lane. With the moves I had to make, the Ghost Jackal does not lose energy hitting the pins.

Likes:
Controllable backend shape
Great for heavy oil conditions
Versatile Cover

Dislikes:
None

Summary:
The Ghost Jackal is an amazing piece. The cover plays a big role with this. For when lanes get tighter downlane, on flatter conditions, and when the fronts are flooded, the Ghost Jackal’s versatility will help combat any and all of those conditions. The backend shape is impressively predictable and controlled. This is one that always has a spot in my bag.

Darryl Carreon
MOTIV Staff / Bowlifi / PBA Member

BOWLER INFO

Name: Will Schnack
Rev Rate: 350 rpms
Ball Speed: 17.5 mph
PAP: 4 5/8" over 1/2" up
Right Handed

LANE CONDITION

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS

COMMENTS


INNER CORE
Predatorâ„¢ V2
COVERSTOCK
Coercionâ„¢ HFS Solid
FINISH
3000 Grit LSS
RG: 2.47 (15# ball)
Diff: 0.054 (15# ball)

I love my Jackal Ghost.  It fits very well with my game, especially my speed and rev rate.  I tend to need a stronger ball so I can't overpower it with my speed.  The Jackal Ghost gives me a nice smooth and continuous reaction.  The ball rarely overreacts for me.  It is usually the first ball out of my bag and rarely gets put back in the bag during league.  When the lanes start to break down I am able to move left with it and it will still make the turn to the pocket.  Overall a great ball to add to any arsenal.

Will Schnack
Bowlersmart Cherry Valley inside Cherry Bowl
Motiv Staffer

Love this ball. Hits hard and always comes back. Only thing is it didn't last as long as I would have hoped. I had this ball since its release date and it was always the first out of the bag for me. I've had the oil extracted a couple times and had to throw some more surface on it as of late. Very solid backend with an early read. Works great with higher ball speed.