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Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« on: November 04, 2012, 01:40:12 AM »
My much prized Darkstar has, unfortunately, bit the dust(may it rest in peace). To be specific, it cracked, about 3.5 inches long, right across my ball track. So, I am looking for a reasonable facsimile of the Darkstar, which, for me, went long, but didn't jump like crazy at the break point. What would be a suitable replacement, either from Roto, or from anyone else. I'll try any company. Thanks.


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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #1 on: November 04, 2012, 04:15:33 AM »
I have 2 suggestions. The tropical heat pearl and the bandit are very close to the dark star. Using the same layout should give you what you need. On the other hand, the shatter is a really good ball, but it will be a pinch stronger on the back end.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #2 on: November 04, 2012, 06:39:08 AM »
The Shatter uses the same core with a stronger pearl cover. A weaker layout will yield close to the same reaction. The dark star was a great one but the shatter is a beast when you have friction.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #3 on: November 04, 2012, 09:56:29 AM »
Not same core as shatter.  Dark star used photon core.  Dark Star was one of my favorites that I've never found a replacement for.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #4 on: November 04, 2012, 11:58:58 AM »
Good point forgot its the Rising Star that has the same core.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #5 on: November 04, 2012, 12:40:46 PM »
You might look on ebay for some older stuff that won't cost a fortune. Older equipment, in general, doesn't hook like today's stuff. Either that, or find a Track 300C. Very controllable light-oil ball. Drill it pretty close to your PAP and you'll have a close replacement.

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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #6 on: November 04, 2012, 02:55:03 PM »
Take a look at the Hammer Nail. 

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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #7 on: November 04, 2012, 03:22:09 PM »
You could pick up one of the Gladiator balls from visionary--some are still available, they will get enough length and not go crazy on the backend.

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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #8 on: November 04, 2012, 03:37:24 PM »
For me the Blue Pearl Hook from 900 Global was very close to my Dark Star with almost identical drills and surface...
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #9 on: November 04, 2012, 04:19:47 PM »
I have a cobalt vibe drilled same as I had my Dark Star. Very different ball. The vibe is way snappier.  I really want something less snappy but just as clean. Just very clean but smooth off the dry. I need for when lanes get fried.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #10 on: November 05, 2012, 04:47:34 PM »
I have a cobalt vibe drilled same as I had my Dark Star. Very different ball. The vibe is way snappier.  I really want something less snappy but just as clean. Just very clean but smooth off the dry. I need for when lanes get fried.

Try a 300C, drilled with pin under the bridge area.
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #11 on: November 05, 2012, 06:31:44 PM »
My vote is either of the first posters...rook or righty complex...get something currently in the productline that wont cost an arm and a leg
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #12 on: November 05, 2012, 11:22:05 PM »
Luckybowler.com has Dark Stars for $89.If you liked the Dark Star that much,why not replace it with another?

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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #13 on: November 06, 2012, 12:13:41 AM »
Luckybowler.com has Dark Stars for $89.If you liked the Dark Star that much,why not replace it with another?

Is that site currently working...its all 2010 balls..granted id pull the trigger on a few of those..something tells me it hasnt been updated in a while..
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Re: Looking for a Darkstar replacement
« Reply #14 on: November 06, 2012, 12:35:42 AM »
Luckybowler.com has Dark Stars for $89.If you liked the Dark Star that much,why not replace it with another?


Is that site currently working...its all 2010 balls..granted id pull the trigger on a few of those..something tells me it hasnt been updated in a while..

I don't know,I stumbled on that site about a month ago.I haven't ordered anything from them myself.I was thinking about an Onyx Vibe though.If I do decide to place an order,I will certainly post if there are any issues.