LANE CONDITION

Length: 43'

Volume: 21mLs

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS


COMMENTS

Likes: Can use this ball from the get go!

Dislikes: Can be a tad sharp off the friction


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
First Impression...WOW, This ball really creates angle! The Halo Pearl has the same eTrax-P18 cover as the Idol Pearl.  The Idol Pearl  for me has been the perfect complement piece to the Idol but I have not been able to start the night off with it.  The Halo Pearl however is  strong enough that I can start with it.  The core gets the ball reading the mids enough for my liking, with that great angular asymmetrical motion off the spot!  Although I am not a huge fan of pearls or shine in general, I have really fallen in love with the last 2 releases, the Idol Pearl and Halo Pearl!

The layouts I used for the Halo Pearl and Idol Pearl is:
60 x 5-1/2 x 35. 

Other balls in heavy rotation:
Storm CodeX- 60x5x70 pin down, p3 hole
Idol (solid)- 60x5x70 pin down, no hole
Idol Pearl-60x5-1/2x35

This ball is a monster that will be suitable for house and sport conditions. When you're looking for clean ball motion through the front part of the lane yet need continuation look no further than the Halo Pearl.

If you were a fan of the No Rules Pearl this will be a great supplement to that ball. One of the most exciting things about the Halo pearl is the cover that was placed on this ball. The e-Trax 18 cover which is seen in the famous Idol Pearl is the cover on the Halo Pearl. The Idol Pearl is one of the most popular balls in the current Storm/Roto lineup and its due to its cleanliness through the front and control and shape downlane. With the e-Trax 18 cover on a stronger asymetrical core we will see a lot more continuation down lane and will be a perfect compliment to the Idol Pearl when you need something a bit stronger.

I have used the Halo Pearl on both house and sport shots and this will easily be one of my best go to balls going foward.

Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEKJMzcesx4

Roto Grip Halo Pearl

The Centrum Core was very popular in the original Halo as it revved up quick and gave that traditional early rolling core shape that most players love from high-end asymmetricals. The Halo Pearl is using the Centrum Core but wrapping it in the eTrax-18 pearl cover was first introduced in the Idol Pearl. Using this super strong pearl cover creates a lot of down lane motion in a very different part of the lane than the original Halo.

I love throwing big core, pearl bowling balls so this ball is making a home in my bag with the Code Black and Intense Fire.

For me the shape of the Halo Pearl is between the original Halo and the Idol Pearl. It is significantly cleaner than the Halo, but because of that big-block core it revs up faster and is smoother than the Idol Pearl.

The new Halo Pearl has the same Centrum Core that was featured in the Original Halo. The coverstock on the Halo Pearl is the same as the Idol Pearl.
When first throwing this ball I was amazed at how much energy it ball stores. Its very clean and VERY sharp downlane. I think this will definitley be a ball that I will throw on the dryer lane conditions. The Halo Pearl will also be good on the Typical House Shots. Once your Halo or Idol (Solid) start to burn up, a simple switch to the Halo Pearl will get those weak corners out for sure.
I used a light 2000 abralon pad to knock the shine off of the ball before throwing it and it still provides easy length with a sharp response off of the friction. Manipulating the cover stock surface is one of the biggest tips I give people. Dont be scared to knock the factory finish off and experiment. The best players now their equitpment inside and out. The Halo Pearl will fit EVERYONES game. Im excited for customers to get this ball in their hands.
In this comparison the Halo Solid was about 4-2 stronger overall. I noticed the Halo Solid read the midlane much sooner and was slower off the friction.

https://youtu.be/ZwEprHUrcrQ

Roto Grip Halo Pearl
Layout: 4 X 4 X 1 Storm Buffer layout
Rev Rate: 300 rpm
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane

The Roto Grip Halo Pearl sports the eTrax P-18 coverstock and Centrum Core (asymmetrical).  The cover and core combination work very well together.  This ball is as close to a must have that I have seen. 
We tested the Halo Pearl on our typical house shot right after the lanes were dressed so the conditioner did not have time to settle.  It didn't seem to matter though.  The Roto Grip Halo Pearl was dynamite during this test session and previous test sessions as well.  The ball allowed me to play firm and straight just inside the track.  However, I could also move in and slow hook it from fourth arrow.  The carry was excellent from both zones.
When compared to the Roto Grip Hyper Cell Fused, the Halo Pearl had a little sooner break point.  The Hyper Cell Fused was longer which promoted more entry angle.  The Halo Pearl was more continuous off the end of the pattern.  The total hook was comparable between the two balls.  The shape of the hook  was different.
The Halo Pearl will be ideal for rev dominant players but will work for almost all styles.  The Hyper Cell Fused is better suited for speed dominate players.
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Weight:  14 lbs.
Pin Length:  4”
Drilling:  40 x 2 1/2  x 25
Pattern Length:  40 ft.
Pattern Volume:  Medium
Pattern Type:  THS
Right Handed

The HALO PEARL has the eTrax-P18  pearl cover stock, first introduced on the popular Roto Grip Idol Pearl ball, wrapped around the asymmetrical Centrum Core.  The box finish is 1500 grit polished, but can be sanded for more versatility. The color is a mix of coal, fuchsia, and sky blue.  The 14 lb. version has a 2.54 RG, with a differential of 0.050

I have used the HALO PEARL on a variety of house conditions, 39 to 44 ft. with moderate volume, and modified house patterns in area tournaments.  I found it to be very strong out of the box, which allowed me to play between 12 and 15 on the fresh. Once the lanes started to transition, I was then able to ball up to the Halo and move in to catch more head oil, or ball down to the Idol Pearl and stay in the same area.
I have kept the surface at the 1500 grit polished box finish.  This gave me a great look on the  medium volume house patterns.  It got down the lane for me, and really faced up strong to the pocket, with very little deflection. It gives me a great entry angle for maximum carry, which, as a lower rev player, i can’t always create.

This is an great piece that hits very hard, and can give you earlier or later roll by experimenting with surface changes.  It gives me a similar look to the old Cell Pearl of years ago.  I believe this ball will suit many different styles and rev rates.   It is rapidly becoming the favorite piece in my arsenal, and first ball out of my bag. 


Carol Teel
Roto Grip Amateur Staff Member
 

Roto Grip Halo Pearl Ball Review by PJ Haggerty

The first Halo was a big cored, asymmetrical, solid ball that covers a ton of boards.  It’s perfect when there’s a good amount of oil on the lane and you need a ball to dig hard.  Schlem and team in Utah decided to keep the colors very similar to the original Halo and provide us with a pearl version, called the Halo Pearl.

Imagine the original Halo, but with a pearl cover to create more angle down lane.  A perfect one-two punch with the first Halo being earlier and more forward.  The Halo Pearl is much cleaner through the front part of the lane with a faster response time and more angle through the pins.  I’ve drilled one so far and love it. I drilled it with a 5 ¼ x 4 ½ x 55 layout with a surface of 2000 on it.  I’ve had the most success after a pattern blends out and I need to open up my angles.

At this point, the Halo Pearl has one of the fastest response times in my bag.  If I need something a bit slower, I’ll use a Physix or the Halo.  If I need something quicker, I’ll use a Hyroad-X.  I’ve also had the most success when there’s a good amount of oil on the lane.  The core and cover are very strong, so I think there needs to be some oil on the lane to use the Halo Pearl.  It’s a great piece and looks great!

Go drill one!