Author Topic: Jackal Onyx (Read 923 times)

BallReviews-scodaddy21 · « **on:** January 10, 2025, 09:52:10 AM »

Ball NPS Score: 100.00
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The Motiv Jackal Onyx is ready to strike. This isn’t just another addition to the Jackal line—it’s a leap forward. Packed with cutting-edge technology and enhanced features, the Jackal Onyx builds on the legacy of its predecessors while raising the bar. Combining the proven Predator V2 core with the advanced Duramax technology and the all-new Leverage HXC solid coverstock, this ball is engineered to dominate the competition with relentless power and unmatched hook potential. Duramax technology sets the Jackal Onyx apart by delivering exceptional surface retention and longevity. Unlike other balls, it maintains peak performance deep into the game, offering consistent, predictable results from your first shot to the final frame. The Leverage HXC solid coverstock, an upgrade of the Subzero Forge's Leverage MXC, provides even more traction and hook, ensuring superior grip without compromising backend power. Finished with a 1000-grit LSS surface, the Jackal Onyx cuts through heavy oil effortlessly. At its core lies the Predator V2, MOTIV’s most dominant asymmetric core. Known for its aggressive flare potential and quick-revving action, this powerhouse delivers the ultimate hook and explosive motion, perfectly suited for heavy oil conditions. It’s the strongest, most versatile core you can count on when you need maximum impact. Unleash the Motiv Jackal Onyx and experience a new level of performance. It’s time to sink your claws into the competition.

Color: Black/Grey/Red
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Coverstock: Leverage HXC Solid Reactive
Core: Predator V2 Asymmetric
Finish: 1000 Grit LSS
RG: 2.47 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.054 (15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Heavy Oil

dugbark · « **Reply #1 on:** January 10, 2025, 05:59:35 PM »

I am a senior bowler who has lost some ball speed and some revs, but I am not speed or rev dominant. I have been using the Motiv Jackal Onyx for a little more than two weeks. As a low speed player I was concerned about being able to retain enough energy downlane to have reasonable carry. I generally bowl on a house shot that is "cliffy" outside of 10. Lately it has been playing wider with more hold in the soup in the middle.

I had some success with the Onyx playing the lanes very wide but by the end of the first game the ball was burning up too early, and the adjustments I made were ineffective. Then I found the key that unlocked the box. Rather than playing left to right I tried keeping the ball in front of me longer attempting to let the Onyx get to the friction as late as possible. Now, I have area on a house shot to hit the pocket, can play in the puddle with the higher rev players, and as long as the Onyx does not read the lane early, can strike a lot. I am averaging about 214, but my last 5 games I have shot 1245.

As a coloblind person I don't notice "beauty" of a ball but those that I bowl with like the way it looks. The color differential in the ball allows me to easily pick up the rotation. It is the strongest ball I have thrown in a long time and I am very surprised and happy that I am able to throw it on a house shot. It is (for me) clean enough to let me get it down lane, and is continuous enough to drive through the pins as well. My 10 pin leaves have been less than my 7 pin leaves. The ball is forgiving on release (I don't have to be perfect at the bottom).

I look forward to using this ball on tournament conditions. It will let me play lanes the way I did when I was younger.

I want to acknowledge and thank Striking Concepts Pro Shop, Bowlers Solutions Pro Shop, and Ken Bowl Lanes for their help and wisdom.

Dug Barker
Ken Bowl Lanes Youth Direction
DeSales High School Assistant Bowling Coach
Motiv Staff Player

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