The different lines have different roll charictarstics.If one works better for you it is due to the core/cover combo matching up to your style.Not the price.
A casual league bowler would definitely appreciate a premier line ball but could probably find a similar reaction and scores in one of the less expensive lines.
My Gravity Shift is not much more effective than any similar rolling ball I own on a THS.On a sport or PBA condition however, the GS displays characteristics superior to the less expensive ball. This is important when a single pin can be a difference in cashing or donating and the skill level is equal or superior to mine.
In short I don't believe your skill level should be a sole determining factor, but a combination of skill,intended use, style match, and budget.
The number of quality balls on the market today is staggering.A good start is to observe what ball is working where you intend to bowl.If the ball returns have one or more of a particular ball on the rack, and bowlers are posting scores with it ,you can be pretty sure it's a good ball match in that house for a variety of styles. In many cases the pro shop will be able to recommend other balls with similar characteristics if you do not want that particular ball.
A safe bet is to let the pro watch you bowl and recommend a group of balls of differing price range. I've posted a number of honor scores on THS with a Power Groove ($75) because it matched up. I put price and company hype far down the list of importance.
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Edited on 6/14/2008 6:07 PM
