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Title: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: Locke on January 08, 2017, 09:59:10 PM

I have a chance at a NIB Ascent Apex, I was wondering if anyone is able to speak to how this ball compares to the Roto Grip Mercury and the Storm Tropical Heat Pearl.

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: Locke on January 13, 2017, 11:15:32 AM

Bump

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: tkkshop on January 13, 2017, 01:24:41 PM

For me, the AA is cleaner, more angular, and slightly weaker than the THP. I have the Blue AA and I had a Purple/Orange THP. I do not have any experience with the Mercury.

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: Locke on January 13, 2017, 04:23:13 PM

Quote from: tkkshop on January 13, 2017, 01:24:41 PM

For me, the AA is cleaner, more angular, and slightly weaker than the THP. I have the Blue AA and I had a Purple/Orange THP. I do not have any experience with the Mercury.

If I put a weaker drilling on the apex do you think I could put a meaningful difference of reaction between it and the THP?

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: tkkshop on January 13, 2017, 06:08:41 PM

How many games are on your THP? If it's older, then the AA may be stronger due to the fresh cover.

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: Locke on January 13, 2017, 06:15:45 PM

I had it for half a season, then had a 4 year layoff from the sport. So it is still in good shape.

Title: Re: Ascent Apex Question
Post by: tkkshop on January 13, 2017, 07:45:29 PM

I'd put your favorite sym layout on it and let'er rip. Or a similar layout to the THP if you like the way it rolls, but need more off the spot downlane.