Layout 1
45×4x60
no hole
box surface
Layout 2
75×5x25
no hole
surface changed to 1000 with reacta shine
The design intent of the Riot is to help fill the gaps between the Planet Series and the Nomad Series. This is a release I have been highly waiting on.
Layout #1 is one of my favorite layouts. I have a Nomad and a Pluto laid out this way, so I figured this would be a good layout to use to really compare the Riot with the Nomad and Pluto. This ball rolls absolutely amazing! It definitely fits in the Roto line where it is suppose to. The best way to describe it is very predictable. With this layout the Riot will definitely be a first ball out of the bag for me. It gives me a very good read of the lanes because of it\’s smooth transition from oil to dry.
Layout #2 is a layout I like to use when the pattern starts to push me farther left and I need the ball to react quicker off the dry. I currently have this layout on a Grand Illusion which has been one of my favorite rolling balls. This Riot is a completely different animal from the other. Compared to my Grand Illusion it is about 5 boards stronger and is much more angular. It is much cleaner through the fronts than layout #1 (due to the surface change) and unleashes a ridiculous move at the breakpoint. This is going to be a great choice for me when the patterns are breaking down and I have to move left still be able to get the ball to recover down lane.
Overall the Riot is a awesome piece of equipment, and for the price you can\’t beat it. If you are looking for something to replace the benchmark ball in your arsenal or looking for something strong and controllable the Riot is definitely something you should look into.
Layout:
45 x 3 3/8 x 85
Hole 2 1/2 inches down VAL
Box Surface (1500 polished)
When laying the Dark Star out I was looking for something that would be very clean through the fronts without changing directions very quick off the dry so I could play a little straighter in league. I have used this layout before on a Mars and it worked really well, but was not quite strong enough for what I was looking for.
This ball turned out absolutely perfect! The first night in league I threw it I shot 248, 249, 259 for a 756 playing about 5 and 3 right of where I normally play in this center. The area that I had was absolutely ridiculous and the ball got through the pins so much better since I didn’t have to use such wide angles through the fronts. Through the entire night I moved a total of 5 and 2 which is very little compared to the moves I normally make.
The Dark Star compliments the Nomad Series and Planet series very well. The Dark Star seems to match up better for higher rev players and for slower ball speeds. Another great release by Roto Grip!!
After the outstanding success of the Mutant Cell comes the Dark Star and the Riot! Using a highly successful coverstock in the Ultimate Vision and a new core these balls are going to be two of the best rolling balls on the market for the price. The release date for the Riot and Dar Star is February 24th
At Roto Grip we pride ourselves in providing a complete line of bowling balls in both value and performance.
The recent introduction of the Dark Star created a nice compliment for those medium to drier patterns, but we still needed a strong solid reactive in the Shield Line for those patterns with a bit more volume up front.
The Riot is just what the kingdom ordered. The utilization of the Ultimate Vision solid reactive coverstock is the key to this addition. The increased surface topography and greater coefficient of friction battles those medium to heavier volume patterns with fierce intensity.
The Photon core delivers the energy behind the Riot. This newly designed medium RG (2.58) and medium differential (.040) core creates greater mid-lane read and increased entry angle to the pocket than its predecessors in the Planet series.
It's time to start your Riot in the Bowling Kingdom!
The Roto Grip Riot is currently selling for $87.99 and rates a 170.5 on the Perfect Scale.
Value and Performance have always been synonymous with the Roto Grip brand, and the all new Dark Star stands to continue that tradition.
Our first goal was to develop a stronger Shield Line ball to fit into the Roto Grip line. The team felt that there was too big of a gap between the Nomads and the Planet series balls. The intent was to create more mid-lane read with stronger backend motion, so we developed the Photon Core with a lower RG value and a higher differential.
To enhance this core motion we also added the Ultimate Vision pearl coverstock to this ball. This performance proven coverstock found on the Epic and Illusion series of balls. It boasts a higher coefficient of friction and surface texture for added traction in the oil and superior backend performance.
This combination of core and coverstock was the ideal fit into the line. Our tests showed that it filled the gap between the Nomads and the Planet series balls perfectly.
The Roto Grip Dark Star is currently selling for $87.99 and rates a 168.4 on the Perfect Scale.
After the success of the Siege comes the Evil Siege. Having seen a staffer throw this ball already, I can vouch for how good this ball truly rolls. It is much cleaner that the original but still has the smooth heavy rolling motion in the back of the lane. It is a great compliment for when the Siege is seeing the lane too quickly.
The Brunswick Evil Siege registers a 207.5 on the Perfect Scale.
Tech Specs:
- COVERSTOCK: Propel Pearl
- WEIGHT BLOCK: M.A.C.E.
- FACTORY FINISH: 4000-grit Micro pad
- BALL COLOR: 2 Color Pearl, Red / Black
- DUROMETER: 75-76 Rex D-scale
- FLARE POTENTIAL: Medium – High
- WEIGHTS: 12-16 lbs.
Manufacturer description of the new Brunswick Evil Siege:
The Evil Siege is the second in our new series of Pro Performance balls and features the new MACE asymmetrical core as well as the new solid Propel Pearl coverstock. This is a strong ball that battles medium to heavy oil and responds quickly to friction for great pin action.
The Brunswick Evil Siege has a world wide release date scheduled for January 25, 2010.
Coming January 27, 2010 is the Storm Invasion! What a ball this is, if you watched the PBA telecast Sunday you might have been wondering what Wes Malott was throwing in the finals. Well, it was a Cell Pearl on one lane and the Storm Invasion on the other. This is one highly aggressive ball! We were able to throw the Invasion at the last Storm/Roto-Grip seminar as a unmarked test ball. In comparison to the Roto Grip Mutant Cell it was about 4 to 6 boards stronger with a earlier read. We are highly looking forward to this release.
The Storm Invasion registers a 217.9 on the Perfect Scale.
Tech Specs:
- COVERSTOCK: R3X™ Solid Reactive
- WEIGHT BLOCK: Origin
- FACTORY FINISH: 4000-grit Abralon®
- BALL COLOR: Violet/Crimson/Sapphire
- DUROMETER: 73-75 Rex D-scale
- FLARE POTENTIAL: 6” Plus (High)
- FRAGRANCE: Mulberry
- WEIGHTS: 12-16 lbs.
Manufacturer description of the new Storm Invasion:
The Storm Invasion features the next generation of advancement in core and coverstock technology. Our first goal was to develop a strong asymmetrical design different than any other. The concept was to create contours along the RG planes to ensure a stronger preferred spin axis. We did this by developing intersecting contoured bands from the X-axis along the Y and Z axes. These bands are developed at specific arcs to maximize RG and differential values along the planes. In turn, this translates into a quicker revving core with a more defined moment of inertia or breakpoint unlike any prior design found on the market.
The all new Origin™ core boasts a 2.48 RG value with .057 total differential and a .017 intermediate differential. Using C.A.T.S., we tested the Origin™ core up against the Shape Lock™-HD core with same coverstock to see the differences, and we were amazed by the results. The Origin™ core started into the “hook” phase about 3 feet sooner and created a stronger entry angle to the pocket. Usually when we get the ball started into the “hook” phase sooner we see less entry angle to the pocket, but this core with the contoured bands along the RG planes definitely showed us something different.
The finishing touch to the Invasion™ is the R3X™ coverstock. This third generation of Reactor™ series coverstock has the highest Ra values ever produced by Storm products. Based on the USBC Ball Motion Study we know that higher Ra values produce more ball motion in the oil, and this coverstock is no exception. We saw a 9% increase in friction values in the oil and an increase of 5% down the lane over its predecessor R2X™ utilizing C.A.T.S. testing.
The Mutant Cell has quickly become one of the most popular balls on the market. It gives a ball motion that is completely different from the rest of Cell line and can be placed in almost every persons arsenal. This is our video of the Mutant Cell. It was shot on a 40-foot house pattern at River Lanes in Titusville. Enjoy!
We are running some excellent specials between now and Christmas.
For a limited time you can get a Street Rod Pearl or Solid for $94.99 drilled, this ball retailed for $159.99. These balls are excellent and compliment each other very well, if you are looking to upgrade your current arsenal, this is a very inexpensive way to do so.
Call the shop to reserve your today, stock is limited!
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I have finally recieved my Mutant. I have been awaiting this for some time now here is my review of this awesome ball!!
Layout:
55×5x35 (no hole)
(pin above middle, MB in the thumb)
Surface changed to 4000 no polish
When laying this ball out, I was really looking for something that would handle carry down better than my other balls. The specs on this ball pretty much told me that the Mutant Cell was a very good pick for this so I basically went with one of my favorite layouts.
What a great surprise this ball is. The Cytoplasmic XL cover allowed this ball to get cleanly down lane especially for a solid. (I normally change my cover surface on most balls before I throw it, hence the 4000 surface). I knew the cover would not be a issue just with the success I have had with my Rogues and the cover is the same just without the pearl additive that makes the Rogue a hybrid. The new core that the Mutant uses it what I was most interested in. This is a fast revving core which really translates into a really heavy/continuous motion on the back part of the lane. This is exactly what I was hoping for.
While testing this ball in league (40 ft house pattern) I was able to stay in the same part of the lane for a much longer period of time than I normally can. To makes things even better as the lanes started to break down my ball reaction actually became better as I started to migrate left. My carry percentage was absolutely amazing, as the really heavy rolling motion kept the pins low. (actaully tripped about 4 4pins which is not typical for my higher rev game.) I never had to change balls the entire night and moved a total of 6 boards with my feet and 3 with my eyes. Normally I will move at least 10 to 12 with my feet.
If you are looking for something to add to your aresenal for medium to heavy patterns or if you are just a Roto fan you are going to want to pick one of these up. It is a completely diffferent ball motion than anything in the current line. The Mutant Cell is a very exciting release and is going to a favorite among many types of players.
You think the Cell was a great ball, wait till you see the Roto Grip Mutant Cell.
This the info from Roto-Grip:
“The success of the Cell series continues to grow, and so does the technology involved in the newest edition. THe signature touch to the line has been its continuous motion and versatility. This stems from the Nucleus core and its unique shape. This asymmetrical part maintains its dynamic integrity and differential value after drilling better than any other ball on the market.
Our intent was to utilize this same premise in the newly designed Nucleus II core. We have strategically removed mass along the axes of the core to increase the intermediate differential or mass bias strength. This translate into a quicker revving part along with increased motion potential down the lane.
The final touch is the utilization of the Cytoplasmic XL solid reactive coverstock. This second generation coverstock has an extreme amount of surface topography (Ra value). This means more friction from foul line through the pin deck.
The Evolution of Technology has Mutated!.”
Also check www.mutantfingers.org to see the symptoms of throwing a Roto Grip Mutant Cell.
I have been waiting for this release for some time now. After being able to throw this at our Matchmaker Program in September I have been even more excited about it. What a great bowling ball the Reign is! It’s ball motion fits in between the Fast and the Furious and will be able to handle a large variety of conditions. It is very clean through the fronts but does not give the monster flip in the back that the Fast gives, instead it gives a very powerful but controlled motion through the midlanes, more controllable than most pearls. If you are in need of a new benchmark ball or “first ball out of the bag” definitely look into a reign you will not be disappointed!
Check out Tony and John throwing the Reign Below.
On September 10th at River Lanes, we will be running a Storm Matchmaker Program. Come out and try the new Storm and Roto-Grip releases and have one of the storm/roto-grip staff match you up to the perfect ball for you game.
Cost is only $10.00 per person and will be used towards the purchase of a new ball if you choose. Also you can take advantage of the See Your Game program that allows you to have game video taped and analyzed. A copy of the lesson will be emailed to you straight from Stom.
Session Times are 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm. There is a limit to 5 people per session so call and reserve you slot now!
321-385-0833