What new ball to buy ?

[Tony]

I'm 6'2, 250, having a big issue with my throwing shoulder (operated on 4x and looking at a 5th) and about to have my slide knee replaced.

I can change my speeds in throwing, ranging from 14-17.5, and change my revs from about 240-310.

My Smash is a #14 and is drilled pin up, over ring, at 65x4 1/2x35.

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Great video review, those guys certainly seem to love that ball, and I don't know how he did it but Rob is wearing my dads old golf pants from the 90's !

[1VegasBowler]

Great video review, those guys certainly seem to love that ball, and I don't know how he did it but Rob is wearing my dads old golf pants from the 90's !

I got hooked on their reviews back in 2015 and last year I became a part of Team LSR. As you can see, they have a lot of fun doing them.

Rob certainly has an "interesting" wardrobe, and he's such a good person all around. He and I communicate frequently on Facebook, and he is helpful in anything bowling.

[Tony]

It would seem that the discussion helped prove the point RobLV1 was talking about with many people going with the latest and greatest higher end balls.

In my case the actual ball type I was looking for was something I could use late in the third or fourth game to allow me to keep throwing the ball in my comfort zone . 20 / (10 +/- 5 boards)

Both PSO 's talked about the BTU balls and the Roto-Grip Hustle, I ended up with the Hustle (RIG) and after throwing a couple of practice games on burnt lanes it looks like it will fit right in where it's supposed to be.
Thanks to everyone for the suggestions, when I am ready to replace one of the higher end balls I will certainly be looking at some of the balls mentioned especially the Vandal Smash. It would probably be much more effective for me than the Warrior .

[Blomer]

You may want to start building an arsenal of the same brand/company. Right now you have a mix bag. When you go with one brand/company, it will help you cut down on all the choices. Many of the companies have similar balls.

[RobLV1]

You may want to start building an arsenal of the same brand/company. Right now you have a mix bag. When you go with one brand/company, it will help you cut down on all the choices. Many of the companies have similar balls.

This is good advice! When you stick with one or two companies, you get to know what to expect from their cover materials; on of the biggest unknowns when purchasing a bowling ball. Once you know the core specs and what to expect from the cover, your ball selections should be very close to your expectations.

[Tony]

You may want to start building an arsenal of the same brand/company. Right now you have a mix bag. When you go with one brand/company, it will help you cut down on all the choices. Many of the companies have similar balls.

I used to bowl with all Storm / Roto-Grip equipment and upon the advice of both of the PSO’s
That I’m friends with I tried some DV8 and an Ebonite balls to explore the difference in ball motion that they have compared to the Storm product.
I’m not opposed to trying other brands where they might give me a better fit but the primary core of balls will continue to be Storm RG balls.