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2handedrook12

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R.I.P. Critical Theory
« on: March 05, 2014, 04:40:47 PM »
So my Critical Theory just up and cracked. No extreme temperatures or anything at all to influence damage. I've only had it for about a year.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #1 on: March 05, 2014, 05:02:02 PM »
Man, that really sucks. And NIB ones don't come cheap. You can probably get close with the Defiant Soul though.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #2 on: March 05, 2014, 06:08:27 PM »
RIP Critical....

I know the feeling.....not with that specific ball, but with a couple that could not be replaced easily.

Sorry for your loss.  :(
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #3 on: March 05, 2014, 06:27:53 PM »
Warranty ?
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #4 on: March 05, 2014, 07:40:26 PM »
Yes, contact Rotogrip . They are great to deal with!!!!!
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #5 on: March 05, 2014, 09:02:07 PM »
Do you think they are open to a replacement with something that is currently out?
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #6 on: March 05, 2014, 10:31:28 PM »
Let us know how it goes!
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #7 on: March 06, 2014, 07:19:01 AM »
Hey sorry to hear about your critical man! Hopefully Roto comes through and gives you a new replacement critical but odds are they will try to give you something currently on the market instead. If you want another critical I have a single drill I'd be willing to part with. PM me if you are interested. Good Luck with everything and keep us posted.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #8 on: March 08, 2014, 03:20:37 PM »
I talked to the guys at my pro sho today. They said I have to bring it in next week so they can look at it and then inform their distributors. I should be good considering I never plugged it.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #9 on: March 08, 2014, 06:51:46 PM »
Quote from: milorafferty on March 05, 2014, 05:02:02 PM
Man, that really sucks. And NIB ones don't come cheap. You can probably get close with the Defiant Soul though.
I agree - I have 2 Souls and that would be choice I would go with, awesome ball!
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #10 on: March 09, 2014, 06:26:48 AM »
The Soul is that close? I like the Soul more than the CT ( teammate's soul). I figured I should look for ssomething strong but more in the mid and great continuation. Between the Soul, Disturbed, and Asylum.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #11 on: March 09, 2014, 07:39:48 PM »
IMO the C/T goes longer and snaps harder, the Soul starts up a little sooner.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #12 on: March 09, 2014, 11:34:27 PM »
If you throw 15, there are some Critical Theory balls on ebay right now.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rotogrip-Critical-Theory-Bowling-Ball-15-lbs-/271421659286

Metal_rules is correct about the difference with the Soul and CT.  Soul will definitely be a little sooner, but will be close.  It could be an option to go to in case they try to push you in that direction.

Another option is that you could potentially go with is the Byte.  That pearl is known to flip pretty hard on the back. 

Either way, the CT is easily one of the better pearl balls that has come out IMO.  Good luck with getting that taken care of.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #13 on: March 11, 2014, 05:32:07 PM »
Don't be afraid to pop holes in a Lucid either. Sanded pearl cover that is aggressive in oil. I didn't own a CT, but heard a lot of people compare the Lucid to it in roll and shape.
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Re: R.I.P. Critical Theory
« Reply #14 on: March 11, 2014, 07:13:05 PM »
The Lucid is retired and a storm ball. My replacement would need to be in the Roto Grip family. But thanks for the suggestion. I think the Lucid is fantastic.
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