Ball Specs:
Motiv 2 Cruel
Hybrid Reactive
4000 Wet Sand
Asymmetrical Core
Layout 55x4x40 No Extra Hole Required

Bowler Specs:
Right Hand. PAP 5 Over 3/4 Up
Rev Rate 275. Tilt 20. Rotation 50.
Speed off hand 18

Review:
Motiv has something special here! This ball reads the midlane great, and has a fantastic move to the pocket at the break point with awesome hit. The 2 Cruel hooks more than my Raptor P7, even though the P7 is drilled stronger and has a lower grit finish. The 2 Cruel playes well on inside, outside lines and carrydown.
I tested this ball on a Fresh House shot that was on the wet side. The ball was very strong and I had plenty of area. For a lower rev player I was impressed with what the ball did for me. Even when I moved deeper I still slapped the 10 out. We did the video with the box 4000 finish but the next day sanded the ball to 2000 and got a lot more hook. I did notice some shiney "flakes" in the coverstock (for more RA?) and a almost minty, or cleaner like smell to the ball which is unlike any Motiv ball I have drilled before. I do think however, most people will stay with the box finish.

Summary:
Strong ball with great backend and hit.
Excellent carry from different angles.
Good POP on back even cutting through carrydown.
This ball is truely something different and special from Motiv.
I will get at least one more for my arsenal.
Anyone who wants to destroy an oily house shot or flatter pattern should try this ball!
If this is your first Motiv, it will not be your last!

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Glenn

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www.motivbowling.com

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