Ball Specs and Layout:
Impulse V2 Core
5000 Grit LSP
60 x 4 x 45

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 Impulse V2 Core has to be one of, if not, my favorite core in any line of bowling balls I have ever thrown. With the Primal Fear being the replacement to the Primal Rage, I thought it would be fitting to test the two together. My anticipation of the Primal Fear was for it to be just as aggressive, but still highly controllable, off of the breakpoint. The Primal Fear does not disappoint. I found my Primal Fear to be slightly earlier and a little more rounded off the breakpoint, but with even more continuation. Adding a little bit more surface to the Primal Fear, I was able to open up the lanes more.

Likes:
Controlled angular aggression
Versatile Cover
Improved performance in heavier oil
Overall Reaction Shape

Dislikes:
None

Summary:
Fans, including myself, of the Primal Rage and Primal Rage Remix will not be disappointed with the Primal Fear. It seems like the perfect fit/combination of the two. A little earlier than the Primal Rage but cleaner through front part of the lane than the Primal Rage Remix, and also slightly more controllable than the Primal Rage and faster on the backend than the Primal Rage Remix. As much as I love the Impulse V2 Core for my style, this in a way is a benchmark piece within itself. Not only does it look great going down the lane, but it gets the job done too.

Darryl Carreon
MOTIV Staff / PBA Member