Type of bowler: Tweener
Avg Speed: 17.5
Rev Rate: 375-400
PAP: 5 x ¾ up
Layout: 60 x 4 ¾ x 42

Looking for something that would get some length but have a cover that was strong and stable and not skid flip. I think this ball will fit that, but may need some alterations.

I picked the Asylum because I felt it would have more down lane than other balls that are predisposed to surface. I wanted length with strong roll, I got the length but the strength down lane is not quite there.

1. 40 foot tapered house pattern – Pattern has some volume so it’s not a bunch of free hook, but is not difficult. This ball didn’t handle the volume as well as I thought considering the surface. Once I squared up, the ball read the dry very well and was the strong continuous move I’d want balling down. However, anything left into the oil was not successful.

2. Nationals team pattern – Now this is an approximation at a local house, however, it is normally fairly true to the actual condition. The ball was very good as a third option when my early roll/surfaced equipment was too strong. Was able to stay right much longer than those on my team practicing with me. Useful on the tough stuff when you want to stay in the track area.

Overall, I think this is a good piece, just be careful that you’re matching the ball with the layout you want. It may take something significantly strong to make this ball have a strong motion. If you’re drilling to be a ball down option off other early equipment, it seems like a great option.


Darrell Lovell
www.bowlerx.com, staffer