Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
- Core: “Shuttleâ€
- Core Type: Asymmetrical
- Coverstock: MP GEN 3 Reactive Pearl w/Performance Additive
- Finish: 2000 Abralon Polished w/Powerhouse Factory Finish
- RG: 16#-2.49, 15#-2.48, 14#-2.46
- Differential: 16#-.040, 15#-.040, 14#-.046
- Reaction: Angular at the breakpoint
- Recommened Lane Condition: Medium to Medium Light Oil
- Ball comes with a microfiber cleaning sack with instructions on its use.
- Description: The second launch in the 5 series, the 505A, was designed to be more angular at the breakpoint. If the 715A was too aggressive on the lane patterns you bowl on, then the 505A will be a great choice. Each new ball from Track will include a microfiber cleaning pouch with instructions on its use.
Post by: sneakydj13 on January 14, 2010, 11:13:46 PM
it is layed out 4" from the PAP and 2" from the VAL and the mass bias is bout 1" from the VAL. It is a 15lb ball.
His game has improved drastically. I really believe this ball with help someone out who has a low to medium rev rate
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hillbilly boom
Post by: whiles on January 19, 2010, 01:49:54 AM
I had the 505A drilled up with pin high over the bridge, CG and MB kicked out in strong position.
Shot practice on the USBC Nationals Shot at my home center, 505A was a little speed sensitive on this heavier oil condition but hit good for me low game was 208, high game of 223.
Shot league on typical house shot 236 - 214 - 227 = 677 which is a good average night for me. To be honest I did not throw the ball well but still scored decently.
I can tell you for sure this ball will not quite once it makes it move to the pocket the ball is committed and continues. I left quite a three solid 9 pins and a few solid 8's to which broke up possible long strings of strikes. Overall, I was pleased with the move to the pocket, the hit was overpowering at times. I found this ball to be a perfect complement in my arsenal and I will post picks and more reviews as I use this ball more.
Thanks,
whiles
Post by: HOP OR DIE on January 23, 2010, 02:54:22 PM
Post by: Nexpro on January 28, 2010, 04:12:05 PM
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Chad Turner
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Track Staffer
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Lynnwood,Wa
Post by: BOWLAHOLIC300 on February 01, 2010, 06:07:18 PM
I have shoot Three befor but never back to back.
Ball is OOB condition bowled after a hight school tournamnet dry in the heads with a good amount of carrydown guys made me get off that pair but before I got off I threw 4 more in a row. .
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Mr Wham
Post by: Eraserd on February 11, 2010, 06:52:39 PM
Drilled this up to get a "skid-flip" type of reaction to get more length, but not lose the hit in the backend. Bowled last night on THS with OOB condition. Shot 278-231-238 for 747 series. Played a 15 to 7 line and the ball held all night until the 5th frame of the 3rd game when I left 3 straight solid 10s and made a 2 and 1 adjustment and struck out to finish the series.
This ball made a smooth read through the mid lane and when it hit the dry it turned up and hit the pocket real hard. For this being a "mid-priced" ball, I was very impressed with everything the ball said it was going to do. Can't wait to drill up the 505C and see what the differences are
ERASERD
Post by: John D Davis on February 21, 2010, 01:26:48 AM
When the lanes are fresh and the backends are clean, the Rico 505A performs like no other! The other one is just a little to strong on the backened for alot of conditions. It works well if you have some carry down, but on fresh, (NO WAY)... The strength of these balls can be overlooked thinking that the numbers are lower, but both my 505A's are close in strength to my 715A. If the condition isnt there to match it then you will beat yourself to death and leave stuff you cant imagine. Overall these balls are flipping AMAZING, bottom line. There are two balls that have been amazing in my hands in the past year or two, and that is the 505A and the 920A. For the price also, you wont beat it anywhere! Two words........ "BUY IT" John
Post by: buckeyebailz on March 12, 2010, 05:17:33 PM
Post by: Bulbous on March 21, 2010, 07:30:58 PM
I did not score very well my second game because I needed to work on my thumb hole a bit, I am using Grip-Loc interchangeable oval thumb grips and the bevel was a little to sharp. With that said, I was able to get the ball off my hand the rest of the evening and was very pleased with what I saw.
Second game was able to move in and swing this ball a bit, ended with only 187. The last game when the lanes really burned up, I tried to chase it inside a really swing it with not much success ball hooks alot in the dry. With a few frames to go in the third game, I moved way outside and played up first arrow HELLO, I should have been out there after the first game. This ball was amazing outside and really crunched the pocket.
I was really impressed with this ball the first time out, it was great for me in fresh oil, hooked a ton off the friction and was able to play multiple lines with it. I finished my set with only 591, but don't let that score fool you one bit. This is a great ball for the price and look forward to many great games like my first game with it.
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James A Fitzpatrick / Coach Jim
USBC Bronze certified Instructor.
Post by: whiles on April 07, 2010, 06:30:39 PM
High game of 299
High Set of 742 (Season high for me)
Now after changing my bowling style drastically to get a more relaxed and repeatable swing with less effort, I find this ball to be a bit less of the Beast Hooker. This is due mainly to my propensity now to flick the ball off my hand rather than hit up through the ball.
I still find this to be one of the hardest hitting balls that also will not quit hooking once it reaches that point of the lane. With my new style this is the ball I turn to when I need to play up the boards or play on conditions like Cheetah or Broadway.
I can still play inside with this ball on house shot but now with a more relaxed swing I find the ball to be more speed sensitive especially when I bang to hard on the ball.
To Date this is still my favorite Track Ball since returning to the company after 15 years of not throwing there equipment.
whiles
Post by: Bulbous on April 26, 2010, 04:59:39 PM
I recently went to state tournament with the following balls
505A - Mission - Cell pearl and an old Angular one.
I was thinking on my drive to the tournament, start with the weaker stuff and see what kind of look you get. So the 505A was the first ball out of the bag and the only ball out of the bag for the weekend.
I shot singles and doubles back to back,went 776,695 to be tied for first in singles and my partner really struggled in doubles, so nothing to speak of there.
Came back Sunday morning for team event and went only 626 for a total of 2097 for all events. I will most likely get my entry money back and be able to put some cash in my pocket.
ALL I CAN SAY IS BUY THIS BALL......IT IS THAT GOOD.
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James A Fitzpatrick / Coach Jim
USBC Bronze certified Instructor.
Post by: Los300 on May 01, 2010, 03:58:28 PM
Post by: utopia6 on May 11, 2010, 12:08:48 AM
Post by: aagreatmatt on January 17, 2011, 08:05:01 AM
LANE CONDITION
Length:
Volume:Medium
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):
THSCOMMENTS
Likes: ball rolled way better then expected I am a track freak, but figured it would be a tad week, and it was pretty damn strong. it was pretty close to my 715C, so we punched a balance hole in it, and it was no longer like my 715
Dislikes: After the balance hole.. it still rolled well, just a little to jumpy with the added finger weight I could get to the pocket, but left a few more 9pins then I really wanted.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Post by: russ55 on January 19, 2011, 06:24:26 PM
LANE CONDITION
Length:
Volume:
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):
COMMENTS
Likes:
I started bowling again after about a ten year layoff from leagues. In Sept.I started with my Old blue Hammer carried a 168 ave. I bought a Track 505a in Nov it took me about one mo. to get used to it . I have been bowling an 185 ave over the past 6 weeks with my Track 505A . Last week I had 18 strikes. I still have not hit 600 series. and that bring me to my dislike. Dislikes: As with the old hammer both balls leave the 7 pin. I am lefted and I thro the ball about 14-15 mph over the 5-8 board. Med REV. I am 5ft.0in. 150lbs and I am 55yrs, old. I belive the Track is a good fit for me. I will buy a ball for my spares ,
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Post by: NYYTony on January 25, 2011, 11:13:20 AM
LANE CONDITION
Length:31'
Volume:light
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS
COMMENTS
Likes:Ball makes a nice break off of dry boards.
Dislikes: Ball tends to slide if there is too much oil.
I typically bowl on AMF synthetic lanes, my ball speed is generally between 15.5 and 16 mph and my current average in 179.
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Edited on 1/25/2011 at 10:14 AM
Edited on 2/2/2011 at 8:03 AM
Post by: StefanieN on March 24, 2011, 11:24:40 AM
The 505A has been a great addition to my arsenal.
Please see the picture with how mine is drilled. This ball provides a stronger overall arcing motion for me but saves enough energy to still hit hard.
I have not had any issues carrying with this ball as I know I can rely on it to finish through the pins.
Currently I have the surface right around 4000 with some shine on top of it. I may explore the option of taking some of the shine down to see how that affects my reacton but as it stands I know exactly what it does.
Definitely a great asset to anyone's arsenal that is looking for a ball they can rely on to have a smooth overall arcing motion.
Stefanie Nation 