Roto Grip Hustle RIP
Ball Specs: Hustle Core with VTC Solid Reactive cover and finish with Reacta Gloss

Layout Specs: 45 x 5 x 45 - tested on THS with a slight bit of out of bounds towards the gutters and Pro Lane panels

My insight: When I opened the box - I was transported back in time to 2017/2018 when I drilled my second Hustle that was close to this shade. The general look of the ball is very sweet, like purple concord grapes from the Erie region of Pennsylvania. On the lanes the reaction was quite similar to my first INK in 2017, little earlier in motion compared to my Hustle USA w/a very similar layout of 50 x 5 x 45 with 500ab, 2000ab, with Reacta Gloss. The RIP still saves a good bit of energy through the pins, not as much as my Roto Grip Duo, but very close. Going back and forth with the Duo, the Hustle was not as jumpy off the end of the pattern like the Duo was when getting it out the drier portion of the pattern and would be smoother on the transition from end of the pattern to the pocket. Looking at the same tracer boards as a target, I was 7 boards left on the approach, I'm left handed for those that are reading this then I was with the Duo using the same target. A great ball for anyone that loves to bowl, the Hustle RIP is made for all skill levels, from the first timers all the way up to the professionals you see on TV and videos. Release date is fast approaching, make sure you visit your local pro shop to get yours. The RIP makes the pins REST IN PEACE!

Roto Grip Hustle Royal Imperial Purple (RIP)
Coverstock: VTC Solid Reactive
Core: Hustle
Factory Finish: Reacta Gloss
Layout: 4 x 4 x 2

The Hustle series is one of my favorite lines in bowling. When the Hustle INK was discontinued, it left quite a void in the bag. The RIP not only has that INK look, it also has the combination of length and control that made the INK such a timeless piece for years. Another selling point of the RIP is that it is not allergic to oil. It seems to handle itself well on our 43 ft house pattern that has quite a bit of volume in the center of the pattern.

As normal, summers are for sport pattern sweepers and very little league. Although it does look great on house, my experience with the RIP so far has been on mainly on sport patterns when I am able to get left and open up the lane after the pattern stretches a bit.

The Hustle line is for everyone from beginners to tournament players and it provides value well above the price. You won’t be disappointed.

The Roto Grip Hustle RIP has a Medium RG value of 2.53 a low differential of 0.030.
Roto Grip listened to the masses and came out with the second coming of the Hustle ink with the Hustle RIP. 
The Hustle RIP features the original Hustle Core with the Versatile Traction Control (VTC) cover.  This formula delivers outstanding performance while providing control and versatility without being overly aggressive. So, if stability and control is what you are after, look no further.
The Hustle INK put the bowling world on notice when it delivered the 34th sanctioned 900 Series in bowling history. From that point on, the Hustle Series has become better known for providing the most "bang for your buck."
In comparison to the Roto Grip Hyped Solid in which has the same coverstock, the Hustle RIP will be a pinch smoother and later off the spot basically due to the core differences. The RIP will offer you a very versatile ball in which you can drill the ball either pin up or pin down to favor the driest of conditions.
In the bag, will be the Summit, Xponent, Zen Gold Label and Roto Grip Hustle RIP

Hustle RIP • Roto Grip • HP1 Series
Core • Hustle Core (Symmetric)
Coverstock • VTC (Versatile Traction Control) Solid Reactive• Finish Reacta Gloss
Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.53 Differential • .030
Layout • 4 x 4¼x2 ¼
Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Testers Rev Rate • 300
Test Pattern • 42’ THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street

Roto Grip continues its successful Hustle line with the new Hustle RIP. This new Purple Solid version of Hustle brings a unique quality to Roto Grip’s HP1 line. And I was pretty impressed with how an HP1 ball could deliver such good results. So, let’s take a closer look.

The Hustle Core has become a thriving industry standard since its introduction in 2017 inside the Hustle INK. And the Hustle Core has proven to be a smooth, consistent workhorse. And I found those same results with the RIP as with the original Hustle INK. The Hustle Core revs smoothly in the mid-lane and continues with a consistent motion as it makes its way off the pattern. And for a medium RG and differential, the Hustle Core has plenty of destructive power through the pin deck. So, don’t let the thought of HP1 push you away; the Hustle Core will deliver results for any style or level of bowler, especially for straighter players like me.

Let’s talk about the awesome VTC (Vertical Traction Control) Solid found on the Hustle RIP. Mind you, being a straighter player, Surface is my best friend. So, I sanded my Hustle RIP with 2000-grit Abralon for a league night, and the VTC Solid performed flawlessly all night for me on a THS. Starting out playing up ten (Second arrow), I could rely on the VTC Solid to clear the fronts easily but still had mild traction in the mid-lane. And without being overly aggressive, that mild traction allowed my Hustle RIP to retain a lot of energy to be unleashed at the pins. Further, as the night went on and I could open up my angles, I loved how the VTC Solid rolled smoothly and blended the over under conditions that developed. So, make no mistake; the VTC Solid is an excellent choice for any down-and-in player like me.

In conclusion, Roto Grip has continued its successful Hustle line with the Hustle RIP. And the Hustle RIP will be an excellent choice for any bowler style, especially for a straighter like me. Further, I highly recommend the Hustle RIP to any new bowler looking to get into the sport and the parent looking to get their child started; look no further; the Hustle RIP is an excellent choice. So, stop into your local Strom VIP Pro Shop today and see where you’re Hustle RIP fits into your arsenal! It is worth it!


Rick Klimowicz
Storm Products Pro Shop Staff
Roll the Ball Pro Shop
Penndel, PA

User Specs: Left handed, 375 rev rate, 17mph speed, 45 degree angle of rotation, 7 degrees tilt Layout: 4 x 2 The Hustle RIP is a new symmetric ball in Roto Grip’s HP1 line. It features the VTC Solid coverstock, which is a medium to lower strength cover. The core is the Hustle core, which comes in at a 2.53 RG and .030 differential in 15 pounds. On paper, it’s a reskin of the Hustle Camo, and on the lane it’s very close, while also giving very strong Hustle Ink vibes. I’ve used the Hustle RIP on several different conditions at a couple different surfaces. First, the box Reacta Gloss surface hasn’t been great for me, so I resurfaced it to 1000 grit on a resurfacing machine, and then finished it with Storm’s Step 2 compound. The result was a clean round arc. It’s rounder than the Camo and very close indeed to the Hustle Ink, and is the same overall strength as both. For whatever reason I think the Camo handles angle better, and the RIP is marginally cleaner. I ended up taking a worn 3000 pad to it by hand to crack the shine to blend it out a little but still retain the general reaction. The RIP is very similar to a longer and sharper IQ Tour, which makes it very usable and throwable on a wide variety of conditions. It’s a little too clean and weak to be a first ball out of the bag in league unless you have a lot of friction, and I would recommend using a slight bit of surface on it to strengthen and blend the reaction a little. Overall it fits well in its price point as far as total hook potential, but overshoots it quite a bit when it comes to performance, it’s one of the best bangs for your buck on the market.