Bowler: Jeff Ussery
Date: November 1st, 2006
Coverstock: GB 10.7
RG: 2.46"
Differential: .056"
Pin to PAP Distance:4"
Preferred Spin Axis to PAP Distance: 4"
Balance Hole: 3/4" Hole x 2 1/2" Deep - On my PAP
Surface Preparation: Box Condition
What I Was Looking For in this Ball and Layout:
When I drilled this Ebonite One, I was looking for a ball in similar performance
to my first One that is reviewed on this website. My goal was to use a more aggressive
layout and surface preparation to create a slightly smoother down lane reaction
without getting considerably more hook.
What I Ended Up With in this Ball and Layout:
I used some Ebonite Powerhouse Matte Finish on the surface of this ball to influence
the way it gets through the front of the lane. I didn't necessarily want the ball
to get through the front and middle of the lane as easily as my original One.
By applying some Matte Finish and using a more aggressive pin position, I've created
extra friction between the ball and the lane surface. This Ebonite One hooks slightly
earlier than my original One and still clears the front better than my Big One.
I used a 4 inch preferred spin axis distance on this One. The psa location on
my original One was 3 3/4 inches, so this is really not substantially different
between the two balls. When this new ball gets to the breakpoint, it tends to
lose axis rotation and change direction at a moderate rate. This ball is definitely
not snappy, but is strong enough to play most angles with my physical game. The
motion that this ball creates down lane is just different enough from my original
One that it is very obvious when I should switch from this new ball to my original
reaction.
This ball ended up hooking just slightly more than my first Ebonite One. As I
had hoped, the new ball hooks slightly earlier and is a little smoother at the
breakpoint without creating more overall hook. This is typically a stronger layout
than I'm used to using, but the look this ball gives me will be very beneficial
on higher volume lane patterns where I need the breakpoint closer to me. On a
final note, I've adjusted the surface of this ball several times, and the One
seems to respond to surface adjustments quite well.
***Our ball reviews are developed from a wide variety of lane conditions, surfaces,
and environments. We are attempting to give you an idea of our overall experience
and findings from a ball. Remember that all bowlers are different in regards to
ball speed, revolutions, axis rotation, and axis tilt. Bowlers will see different
qualities from bowling balls based on these factors. Be sure to also take into
account the bowler's environment (lane surface, oil pattern, etc.) and their expectation
(hook, score, etc.) before drilling a new ball for anybody.
