I have to say that the ball that made me really look at Motiv was the Revolt. I know the Rage was THE ball, but the Revolt really turned my head.
I think you're right in saying that the Rage is THE ball...but I think of it a little differently. I assume you mean it's like the Motiv ball to own, the ball that everyone can throw.
I think of it a bit differently. I think it's THE ball that changed people's outlook of Motiv. It really made a lot of people start taking them more seriously. It is a great ball, but in my opinion, not their best. For me the Venom Shock, Revolt, and Tribal Fire are better. I know i might catch a lot of grief for that opinion, but like I said, it's nothing against the Rage.
Not to hijack this post, of course. The Jackal, as strong as it should be, might not see the most use for me, but I can't wait to throw it. I never matched up well to the talon, because of the strength of the core and cover. I never ran into enough oil to throw it on. Putting the pearl cover on that core is brilliant. It'll get down the lane just a bit better, and hopefully be a much better fit for me. Looks like another winner from an awesome company.
Just another ball that will get noticed more...thanks, in part, to the Rage.
Matt