You're killing me smalls. Just got back into bowling and have already spent over $1,000 on 7 balls for myself and the kids since late December (6 Hammers and a Brunswick). Now this? I'll have hold off for a few although it looks mighty fine. Hammer always has the classiest colors and logos None of those color combos that look like a beach ball or clown face paint. Just finally got to throw my new 3.0 today on some oil. Put up a 617 series. The number might now impress some, but it's my 2nd highest ever.
I recently bought my first Hammer ball in nearly 10 years. Went with the 3.0 and promptly shot my 2nd and 3rd 300 games within 10 days of each other at 2 different houses. Highly considering the 2.0 hybrid, but now this one?!
At first I saw "my first hammer ball in nearly 10 years" as "haven't bowled in 10 years". I'm just a hammer freak, so my brain instantly thought if you're not bowling hammer, you're not bowling! 😅 Was impressed you bowled 300s after a 10 year hiatus!😂 Good job! Congrats.
Bro... wtf man now im all jacked up 😂 i thought for sure 2.0 hyb and now this thing looks unbelievable. Skid flip gets all the chics 😉 I feel like this ball is a done deal for me now. Thanks for the video as usual!
I have loved my Effect since getting it, but it's starting to lose quite a bit of hook. It's drilled pin down, so I definitely don't want to lose more. I have been using it out of box. How can I take the lane shine down just a tad, without having to take the compound off? Would a P5000D sanding pad be enough? Or is there another grit that I'd have to use? Or do I rub more compound over the existing compound? It's been so great finally finding a ball that I can keep scoring 200s with, but the last several games I've dropped a few dozen pins.
Just had mine drilled. Stacked layout, with grips (haven't used grips in probably 10 years), and dear god does this ball move. Excited to try flattening it out and playing more in the shim and trying to transition with it since it's got some shine, but still has the strength to turn with some more speed and playing straighter. Haven't had a ball that I can throw through most phases of transition during league in a long time. Code Black did it for me years ago, haven't really had one since. Excited to see if this can do it.
So is this suitable for a low rev/low speed bowler if it is drilled pin down? Or would you recommend a new Radical Conspiracy for that... something higher RG and low intermediate dif?
This ball is 🔥! Thanks for continuing to show off the new equipment from the brands of Brunswick. Last year I picked up a Teal Rhino Pro and a Messenger Pearl. I'm still learning those balls and seeing what I can do with them and what I might need in the future. Keep up the great work.
I already have the 3.0 and 2.0 Hybrid. Any room you think for this in between the two? I assume this is a touch cleaner and a bit more on the back than the 2.0 hybrid? I'm itching to see how those two compare lol.
I was starting back up into bowling (last league was in 1997) and at 66, I felt I couldn't throw a 15lb. ball and started with a 13lb. Hammer Effect. And as I started to get back into the game, I was able to obtain multiple turkeys, 4 baggers. 6 months later, I've thrown a 5 bagger and even a 6 bagger/195 game... from a 13lb. Effect! I just purchased a 15lb. Effect as I slowly worked my way up to that weight and hoping for my first 200 game with this ball. I know that with the 15lb., I stand a better chance with more 200 games as I've bowled 3 200+ games with only a 15lb. Storm Summit. This ball 15lb. Effect should be a game changer for me.
Just getting back into bowling after 20 years or so. I just got in the Black Widow 2.0 pearl and just order this Hammer Effect. Gonna begin my testing and practice in the coming days. Can't wait to get rolling! Very good video thanks!
Do you think this would fit well in a bag of Envy Tour Solid and Envy Tour Pearl when the ETP doesnt want to make the move on the back end? Sometimes when I move in neither of the Envys make a fast enough move to kick out corners
Because they have lower differentials, they won’t be great from too far inside. Higher diff = higher flare and more ability to carry as you open your angles.
Just ordered one. Playing all THS with the hopes of being able to play on other patterns when available. I have an NU @ 4x4x4.5 and was thinking to bring this ball to 5 X 4 X 3.5
Do you think this would pair well with an Ebonite The One Encore? I got that ball about 3 months ago and I haven’t been big on its reaction. On my house conditions I feel like it burns up too much energy in the front half of the lane and then either flips early and crosses or just keeps sliding away. Ive resorted to playing tight and not giving away the pocket but that’s not my most comfortable style to throw it. I usually do a bit of swinging with other balls in the past.
I have been looking to add a new hammer to my bag currently I have the roto grip RST X3, the hammer 3D attack offset and a motiv RipCord… I’m looking at the widow 3.0, scorpion low flare and this Effect… I have a matched speed to rev rate but on the lower end… any you would recommend
Not familiar with the competitor brands. But if you want smoother, then Scorpion. If you want all out hook top of the bag type performance, then 3.0. If you want more skid flip, then Effect.
I love your videos. Could you help us "newbs" out a little bit and explain the terminology you are using when comparing balls. Maybe describe an example of the results you would see with one ball that would make you want to move to another. For example "opening up angles" or how do you know if your ball isnt "getting through the front part of the lane." Thanks
Question; if you were to give a ball like this more or even less surface would it affect the “cohesion” technology? In other words does changing the surface damage the technology itself even if you gave it more surface?
Cohesion is in the chemical makeup of the cover. Surface will just affect how soon or late the ball will read the pattern. Always adjust to match the bowler and lane pattern. 👍🏻
How would you say this ball differs from the Track Theorem? I'm making the switch to Brunswick balls and I can't decide which one I want to buy for the big shiny ball in my bag.
My dilemma is, I have a 2.0 hybrid. Now do I pair it with a Hammer Effect, or a Brunswick Beyond Infinity? I have a 900 Global Boost as my dry lane/ transition ball.
So, as a newer bowler who throws 12-14lb at 13-15mph left-handed would you recommend the Hammer Effect, Purple, or Nu Blue ball? I currently use a Rhino red, black, gold. Thanks for any advice!
Hard to say. Those are very different balls. If you want a lot more hook, then Effect. If you want smoother and controlled then NU. Don’t think you need Purple just starting out.
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@@brunsnick I must be seeing things. The graphic of the ball @2:05 looks like the thumbhole is offset similar to what thumb-less bowlers used to do before the requirement changed. I'll subscribe now. Thanks and keep the awesome content rolling
I plan on using this to open up on my league, then dropping to the 2.0 hybrid. I think they will go well together so I won't have to keep moving left. Your thoughts? I hope to be able to take a straighter line into the pocket. Your thoughts? If all else fails I have the pink widow urethane....
First time long time I’ve been watching your videos and love your explanations leading to finally purchase an Effect after only throwing SPI equipment. This ball did nothing but hook stop over and over again especially 17-25 Starting on the fresh medium HS and then waited till the end of league and saw no difference on the burn. BrunsNick do you have any ideas or opinions please to help. Thank you
Hard to say but if it’s burning up either move More in to find more oil or bring the ball up to a higher gloss. It’s a big aggressive ball, even being a pearl.
Lefty love my widow 3.0 i have a raw hammer the smoke one at 1000 and a knock out bruiser same surface could this be that shiny missing piece in my bag next to those and my purple?
What kind of difference do you see vs the Track Theorem? From what I can see this might be the perfect step up from it with the new additive in the cover. Currently have a 3.0 at the top of my bag with a Hazmat taken down to 4000 next step down, then the Theorem, then a 2.0 Hybrid and finally a DGV Pearl, think this would be a perfect ball for the start of league when the 3.0 and Hazmat are too strong
Nick, can you say what's stronger between this and the Ultimate Defender if you had both balls at the same surface? According to the ball chart at BTM the Ultimate Defender is the strongest ball on the market from anything with nearly that length. Waiting to see where the Effect falls on the graph, but expecting slightly longer and weaker at the box finish. Who knows where at 2000 or 3000. None of the reviews test with surface.
I'm sure this is already been covered a million times, but can anyone tell me what this drilling orientation is on BrunsNick's ball? one fingertip one not?
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I was planning on buying a DV8 violent collision, but I might hold off and get the hammer effect instead. What differences did you notice between these two balls?
Thanks for the reply. I'm also looking forward to the GB5 video. I'm in the market for a predictable symmetrical solid and I believe the effect and GB5 will compliment my Arsenal. I have DV8 verge hybrid for my middle of the bag. The effect will replace the damn good verge pearl, and the gb5 will replace my knockout. Thanks again for your marketing videos they are very helpful to make informed new purchase decisions. I usually buy 1or 2 balls a season.
@brunsnick If you had to choose between the Effect or the Black Widow 3.0, which would you suggest? Right now I'm carrying a Black Widow Ghost Pearl, an Envy, a NU Blue, and a Storm Ruby IQ
Based on your bag, I would suggest the Effect. You have a strong ball up top with the Envy, now you just need something shiny and more flippy than a Ghost.
The 8-Pin King is back!!!🤣🤣 Let me be serious, Nick. The Hammer Effect looks like a winner. Then again, you make EVERYTHING from Big B look great. That being said. Is it possible for you to do a video with the Effect (and some of the most recent bowling balls that you've reviewed) on a challenge or sport pattern?
Thanks for all the content you do! I am not sure if you will see this, but I am looking for a skid flip pearl for when i have to be as far left as I can get. I am stuck between Effect or the outer limits pearl. It seems the Effect is earlier and slightly more controllable based on your reviews? How would you describe the difference now that these two have been out for a while, and maybe you have had more time with them? I have bw 2.0 hybrid and 3.0, hitter, phaze 2, RAW solid for my arsenal if that helps.
Good day! love the vids! would like to ask if I can only buy 1 Asymmetrical ball? what would you suggest? Hammer effect or BW 3.0? in my arsenal currently are Optimum Idol, Trouble Maker and Vibe Pearl Purple and Gold. BTW I'm also two handed. Thank you!!
Man I have been debating on getting a new Hammer ever since they announced the Black Widow 3.0 and the scorpion Low Flare. Now they added this one ugh making it hard to decide.
Here’s a question: is hammer looking to move on from the BW, especially with this core? Last time with the Taboo series, we lost the entire BW line in the US while it continued overseas, which its success there brought the BW line back. With as good as this ball will be, is the BW line going to be retired again?
I don’t see that happening. The 1 per year is perfect I think, maybe they just overdid it before with Widows in the past. I don’t recall their release schedule.
@@brunsnick perfect! I was just hoping that they wouldn't discontinue the line again. We lost a lot when we went Taboo and the rest of the world kept the line, so that 6 year gap hurt for the catalog. BW should stay as a staple in Hammer's lineup.
I bought my first hammer ball since the black widow bite. It was the 3.0 . My 7th 8th and 9th game with the 3.0 was 290, 280 and 279 for 849. And the the effect is coming out next week. I'm all in...
I just recently picked up the ghost Pearl. And I love the ball but now I'm thinking about getting the 3.0 until this video came out. Should I skip the 3.0 and just get this one? Or just buy both LOL.
The numbers don't show if it'll work for you. What will tell you is how you roll the ball. Some people are up the back to over the top. Some tilt it completely and some have none. So your 275rev could be hook out the house or dead straight. Even if it was 350 or 450.
That ball almost reminds me of the Taboo. I really like that new camera angle to give us a better idea as to what you are doing with your hand to manipulate the roll. Question I have is do you ever tuck your pinky finger in for more manipulation? I noticed that the top of the core does have a similar look to the gas mask. Would be curious to see how different this is to the 2.0 hybrid. Been saying it for a month now. The Hammer effect is real! Oh and BTW.....noticed we are creeping up towards 16,000 subscribers. Come on people! I could see a ball giveaway at the 20,000 mark perhaps?
@@brunsnick I see that now. When you first put your hand in the ball the pinky is laying flat and then you tuck it right before you take your first step.
as a low-speed low rev guy I'm always looking for equipment that will get through the front of the lane clean and not force me left to fast but still have good hit and continuation at the pins. this looks like a ball that could do that. I don't have a problem hooking the ball as a matter of fact I can get the weakest stuff to hook, no problem. The only thing is the weaker balls don't carry very well so I opt for a higher performance ball and drill it short pin. what I haven't tried is drilling a asymmetric ball pin down, could you tell me what are the differences between pin down compared to short pin?
@Brunsnick This ball looks sooo good !! I already have an envy tour pearl and typically only play on a house shot at the same center ,is there enough of a gap to have both ?
@brunsnick I’m a 2 hander matched low tilt player, bowling on THS what would you recommended between the Effect, BW 2.0 hybrid , or Outer Limits pearl ? …
My only Hammer ball was a Widow Ghost. I hated it. Will the Effect bring me back to Hammer. I love my OG Mindset for long oil. I need a good game 3 asym. Is the Effect that ball?
Thanks so much for the reply. That answers a lot of questions. I think it is mostly the lanes I bowl on. Very sticky. So I’m going to go with planting. It just seems a lot more consistent and much easier for the lanes I bowl on and my age. Great videos. No crap, just great content!
Can you bowl on lane 3 next time lol I’m thinking 45 x 5 x 45 since it has DOT I can do that one. Color looks like the old Taboo original or the hot sauce pearl & also a more recent Revenant by storm. Just the 4th color is the difference.
@@brunsnickthe Columbia Antics was 4 colors. I believe they had more that looked 4 but really was 3 mixing looking like 4 as you said. Like balls with 2 shades of purple counting as 2 colors with like 2 other colors. Columbia was bowling the world over lol
I like shiny/pearl bowling balls! Rev challenged the pearls go long and rev up on the backend better for me! The solids I have burn up and have no punch! Was going to get the 3.0 cause the 2.0 is my favorite ball but think this one will better suit me! Thanks Nick again…great video as always!
BrunsNick has helped me love bowling again. After not bowling for 20 years, I shot a 706 last week with my Hammer Ocean Vibe.
Glad to hear that! Thank you!
same here/
Love my ocean vibe
Would you be able to do a comparison between the Hammer effect and the black widow 3.0? Maybe discuss the best time to use them?
You're killing me smalls. Just got back into bowling and have already spent over $1,000 on 7 balls for myself and the kids since late December (6 Hammers and a Brunswick). Now this? I'll have hold off for a few although it looks mighty fine. Hammer always has the classiest colors and logos None of those color combos that look like a beach ball or clown face paint. Just finally got to throw my new 3.0 today on some oil. Put up a 617 series. The number might now impress some, but it's my 2nd highest ever.
Nice set! Glad you’re having early success with the 3.0!
You too I spent over 2000 since may of year
@@mauricerogers1980 On the plus side. I have enough BowlersMart rewards points that my next ball will be $50 off.
me too 15 year layoff came back bought an eternity pi, a zen gold label, a phaze 2, columbia pure madness and just ordered an xponent.
Same here 😂
I wish there was a way to test bowling balls with out buying it first
there are often ball demos
Motiv test drives
There are. We just tested this ball at a local alley today along with a few other brands.
I am convinced....buying an Effect....and thanks for NOT cutting out the wayward shots!
I recently bought my first Hammer ball in nearly 10 years. Went with the 3.0 and promptly shot my 2nd and 3rd 300 games within 10 days of each other at 2 different houses. Highly considering the 2.0 hybrid, but now this one?!
Congrats! Great bowling!
At first I saw "my first hammer ball in nearly 10 years" as "haven't bowled in 10 years". I'm just a hammer freak, so my brain instantly thought if you're not bowling hammer, you're not bowling! 😅
Was impressed you bowled 300s after a 10 year hiatus!😂
Good job! Congrats.
Reminds me of one of my favorite all time Hammer balls, the "Hot Sauce" looks alot like it.
Bro... wtf man now im all jacked up 😂 i thought for sure 2.0 hyb and now this thing looks unbelievable. Skid flip gets all the chics 😉 I feel like this ball is a done deal for me now. Thanks for the video as usual!
I have loved my Effect since getting it, but it's starting to lose quite a bit of hook. It's drilled pin down, so I definitely don't want to lose more. I have been using it out of box. How can I take the lane shine down just a tad, without having to take the compound off? Would a P5000D sanding pad be enough? Or is there another grit that I'd have to use? Or do I rub more compound over the existing compound? It's been so great finally finding a ball that I can keep scoring 200s with, but the last several games I've dropped a few dozen pins.
@@GrumpaBaggins it probably needs to have the oil taken out and then resurfaced through all the listed steps.
@@brunsnick thanks Nick!
Your channel is growing quite nicely. We must enjoy the content. Keep bringing it!
Got a hammer rebel for this bowling season love it. Shot like 4 or 5 600's in the last 2 months. Was previously a 900 global fan now Brunswick.
Just had mine drilled. Stacked layout, with grips (haven't used grips in probably 10 years), and dear god does this ball move. Excited to try flattening it out and playing more in the shim and trying to transition with it since it's got some shine, but still has the strength to turn with some more speed and playing straighter. Haven't had a ball that I can throw through most phases of transition during league in a long time. Code Black did it for me years ago, haven't really had one since. Excited to see if this can do it.
Still touting the 3.0. Around 40 series with it and only 3 were in the high 680s and 90s and the rest 700s with a high of 788
So is this suitable for a low rev/low speed bowler if it is drilled pin down? Or would you recommend a new Radical Conspiracy for that... something higher RG and low intermediate dif?
Conspiracy probably a bit too strong for low speed. This would be a more suitable match up.
8:10 "always pay attention to your balls"
Preaching to the choir , Nick 😂
This ball is 🔥! Thanks for continuing to show off the new equipment from the brands of Brunswick. Last year I picked up a Teal Rhino Pro and a Messenger Pearl. I'm still learning those balls and seeing what I can do with them and what I might need in the future. Keep up the great work.
I already have the 3.0 and 2.0 Hybrid. Any room you think for this in between the two? I assume this is a touch cleaner and a bit more on the back than the 2.0 hybrid? I'm itching to see how those two compare lol.
You have it correct! You’d want to separate the 2.0 Hybrid with some surface or layout differences to have them both. 👍🏻
I was starting back up into bowling (last league was in 1997) and at 66, I felt I couldn't throw a 15lb. ball and started with a 13lb. Hammer Effect. And as I started to get back into the game, I was able to obtain multiple turkeys, 4 baggers. 6 months later, I've thrown a 5 bagger and even a 6 bagger/195 game... from a 13lb. Effect! I just purchased a 15lb. Effect as I slowly worked my way up to that weight and hoping for my first 200 game with this ball. I know that with the 15lb., I stand a better chance with more 200 games as I've bowled 3 200+ games with only a 15lb. Storm Summit. This ball 15lb. Effect should be a game changer for me.
Just getting back into bowling after 20 years or so. I just got in the Black Widow 2.0 pearl and just order this Hammer Effect. Gonna begin my testing and practice in the coming days. Can't wait to get rolling! Very good video thanks!
Im gonna wait for the hybrid version of this ball... I think this core will be crazy good.
Nice video Nick! This Hammer Effect smells like a winner!
Do you think this would fit well in a bag of Envy Tour Solid and Envy Tour Pearl when the ETP doesnt want to make the move on the back end? Sometimes when I move in neither of the Envys make a fast enough move to kick out corners
Because they have lower differentials, they won’t be great from too far inside. Higher diff = higher flare and more ability to carry as you open your angles.
where did you get that wall art of the man holding the bowling ball and bag? that is a super cool piece!
Those are original DV8 brand photoshoot pieces from 2011.
So when would you bring this ball out compared to when to bring out my widow 3.0
Just ordered one.
Playing all THS with the hopes of being able to play on other patterns when available. I have an NU @ 4x4x4.5 and was thinking to bring this ball to 5 X 4 X 3.5
Do you think this would pair well with an Ebonite The One Encore? I got that ball about 3 months ago and I haven’t been big on its reaction. On my house conditions I feel like it burns up too much energy in the front half of the lane and then either flips early and crosses or just keeps sliding away. Ive resorted to playing tight and not giving away the pocket but that’s not my most comfortable style to throw it. I usually do a bit of swinging with other balls in the past.
It would be cleaner through the front for sure. Maybe that’s what you need. 👍🏻
I have been looking to add a new hammer to my bag currently I have the roto grip RST X3, the hammer 3D attack offset and a motiv RipCord… I’m looking at the widow 3.0, scorpion low flare and this Effect… I have a matched speed to rev rate but on the lower end… any you would recommend
Not familiar with the competitor brands. But if you want smoother, then Scorpion. If you want all out hook top of the bag type performance, then 3.0. If you want more skid flip, then Effect.
Im really curious how it compares to the bw 2.0 hybrid. I have the bw 2.0 hybrid, but kinda wanna get this one. Are they too similar?
The Hype compared them in video. 👍🏻 but Effect is cleaner and sharper.
I love your videos. Could you help us "newbs" out a little bit and explain the terminology you are using when comparing balls. Maybe describe an example of the results you would see with one ball that would make you want to move to another. For example "opening up angles" or how do you know if your ball isnt "getting through the front part of the lane." Thanks
Between this and the DV8 Violent collision, which one do you think is better to go for? Currently throwing a Ringer Platinum Pearl.
Effect is still my pick for best ball of 2024
Question; if you were to give a ball like this more or even less surface would it affect the “cohesion” technology? In other words does changing the surface damage the technology itself even if you gave it more surface?
Cohesion is in the chemical makeup of the cover. Surface will just affect how soon or late the ball will read the pattern. Always adjust to match the bowler and lane pattern. 👍🏻
How would you say this ball differs from the Track Theorem? I'm making the switch to Brunswick balls and I can't decide which one I want to buy for the big shiny ball in my bag.
This is noticeably stronger than Theorem.
My dilemma is, I have a 2.0 hybrid. Now do I pair it with a Hammer Effect, or a Brunswick Beyond Infinity? I have a 900 Global Boost as my dry lane/ transition ball.
Beyond will give you a lot more length, the Effect will be closer to 2.0 Hybrid. Tweaking surfaces to give more gap may be needed either way.
@brunsnick Thank you, love your videos.
So, as a newer bowler who throws 12-14lb at 13-15mph left-handed would you recommend the Hammer Effect, Purple, or Nu Blue ball? I currently use a Rhino red, black, gold. Thanks for any advice!
Hard to say. Those are very different balls. If you want a lot more hook, then Effect. If you want smoother and controlled then NU. Don’t think you need Purple just starting out.
@@brunsnick thank you. I appreciate it!
I see your fingers are offset a bit. Does this help in rev rate or just a comfortability thing for you? I've always had them basically the same .
Comfort
That ball looks sick and so versatile. What would you pair it with? I have Widow 3.0 and Theorem, you think that would be a versatile set?
Widow 3.0 and this are the perfect 1-2 if you have more ball speed. 👍🏻
Looks great! How long have you been bowling with a thumb hole drilled in right-field, 10 rows into foul territory?
It’s straight down the centerline.
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@@brunsnick I must be seeing things. The graphic of the ball @2:05 looks like the thumbhole is offset similar to what thumb-less bowlers used to do before the requirement changed. I'll subscribe now. Thanks and keep the awesome content rolling
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Can certainly trick the eyes with the different in spans!
I plan on using this to open up on my league, then dropping to the 2.0 hybrid. I think they will go well together so I won't have to keep moving left. Your thoughts? I hope to be able to take a straighter line into the pocket. Your thoughts? If all else fails I have the pink widow urethane....
I think you maybe have to order of usage flip flopped as this is cleaner and more response than a 2.0 Hybrid.
The effect is by far my favorite ball,I have only been bowling 6 months and have scores occasionally over 200!
First time long time I’ve been watching your videos and love your explanations leading to finally purchase an Effect after only throwing SPI equipment. This ball did nothing but hook stop over and over again especially 17-25 Starting on the fresh medium HS and then waited till the end of league and saw no difference on the burn. BrunsNick do you have any ideas or opinions please to help. Thank you
Hard to say but if it’s burning up either move
More in to find more oil or bring the ball up to a higher gloss. It’s a big aggressive ball, even being a pearl.
Lefty love my widow 3.0 i have a raw hammer the smoke one at 1000 and a knock out bruiser same surface could this be that shiny missing piece in my bag next to those and my purple?
Absolutely. Will be the most angular in your bag. 👍🏻
@@brunsnickthank you sir. Looking forward to this core and name is killer.
What kind of difference do you see vs the Track Theorem? From what I can see this might be the perfect step up from it with the new additive in the cover. Currently have a 3.0 at the top of my bag with a Hazmat taken down to 4000 next step down, then the Theorem, then a 2.0 Hybrid and finally a DGV Pearl, think this would be a perfect ball for the start of league when the 3.0 and Hazmat are too strong
Stronger overall and sharper off the spot than Theorem.
@@brunsnickthanks, contacted my PSO last night and pre ordered one. Can't wait
This year was a good year to upgrade my gear. This one will be my last one for a while to replace my old Brunswick Rhino Pearl
Nick, can you say what's stronger between this and the Ultimate Defender if you had both balls at the same surface? According to the ball chart at BTM the Ultimate Defender is the strongest ball on the market from anything with nearly that length. Waiting to see where the Effect falls on the graph, but expecting slightly longer and weaker at the box finish. Who knows where at 2000 or 3000. None of the reviews test with surface.
I'm sure this is already been covered a million times, but can anyone tell me what this drilling orientation is on BrunsNick's ball? one fingertip one not?
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Is this a pearl bowling ball because it snapped down lane towards the pocket
Yes.
Love my hazmat and widow 3.0 but man this thing looks amazing. Higher speed guy here can this still work?
Yes. It grips the lane well.
Nick, Is the white pin on bottom of the ball illustration the "pin" or is that the bottom of ball as illustrated?
It has DOT so it is pinned on the bottom like Envy and Hazmat, but it’s not actually white like the core illustration.
Will the effect be a good choice over the blackwidow 3.0?, if i already have the 2.0 hybrid in the bag?
I’d go 3.0 if you have 2.0 hybrid
I was planning on buying a DV8 violent collision, but I might hold off and get the hammer effect instead. What differences did you notice between these two balls?
Violent was cleaner, didn’t see the friction as hard as Effect.
Thanks for the reply. I'm also looking forward to the GB5 video. I'm in the market for a predictable symmetrical solid and I believe the effect and GB5 will compliment my Arsenal. I have DV8 verge hybrid for my middle of the bag. The effect will replace the damn good verge pearl, and the gb5 will replace my knockout. Thanks again for your marketing videos they are very helpful to make informed new purchase decisions. I usually buy 1or 2 balls a season.
@brunsnick If you had to choose between the Effect or the Black Widow 3.0, which would you suggest? Right now I'm carrying a Black Widow Ghost Pearl, an Envy, a NU Blue, and a Storm Ruby IQ
Based on your bag, I would suggest the Effect. You have a strong ball up top with the Envy, now you just need something shiny and more flippy than a Ghost.
My ball speeds around 13 to 14, and I have a prism solid and a fatal Venom in my bag right now
The 8-Pin King is back!!!🤣🤣
Let me be serious, Nick. The Hammer Effect looks like a winner. Then again, you make EVERYTHING from Big B look great. That being said. Is it possible for you to do a video with the Effect (and some of the most recent bowling balls that you've reviewed) on a challenge or sport pattern?
Anything is possible!
Thanks for all the content you do! I am not sure if you will see this, but I am looking for a skid flip pearl for when i have to be as far left as I can get. I am stuck between Effect or the outer limits pearl. It seems the Effect is earlier and slightly more controllable based on your reviews? How would you describe the difference now that these two have been out for a while, and maybe you have had more time with them? I have bw 2.0 hybrid and 3.0, hitter, phaze 2, RAW solid for my arsenal if that helps.
I don’t know how you bowl, but yes, how you described this is accurate. I’m surprised you’re 2.0 Hybrid isn’t that ball for you already.
Good day! love the vids! would like to ask if I can only buy 1 Asymmetrical ball? what would you suggest? Hammer effect or BW 3.0? in my arsenal currently are Optimum Idol, Trouble Maker and Vibe Pearl Purple and Gold. BTW I'm also two handed. Thank you!!
3.0 will hook more and roll a bit earlier. Effect will be cleaner with more flip. They’re a bit different from eachother.
Man I have been debating on getting a new Hammer ever since they announced the Black Widow 3.0 and the scorpion Low Flare. Now they added this one ugh making it hard to decide.
The Scorpion Low Flare is quite the sleeper, highly recommend it!
Righg, now I currently have the purple hammer urethane. Would you recommend either the effect or black widow 3.0 as another good choice to add?
Depends if you want more skid flip or more heavy roll and hook.
I've been thinking of getting the 3.0 and effect with the purple hammer as the spare ball. In your opinion, does that seem like a good combo?
Here’s a question: is hammer looking to move on from the BW, especially with this core? Last time with the Taboo series, we lost the entire BW line in the US while it continued overseas, which its success there brought the BW line back.
With as good as this ball will be, is the BW line going to be retired again?
I don’t see that happening. The 1 per year is perfect I think, maybe they just overdid it before with Widows in the past. I don’t recall their release schedule.
@@brunsnick perfect! I was just hoping that they wouldn't discontinue the line again. We lost a lot when we went Taboo and the rest of the world kept the line, so that 6 year gap hurt for the catalog. BW should stay as a staple in Hammer's lineup.
Would this ball be good for after using the 3.0 widow? Or throw it before the 3.0
After
I bought my first hammer ball since the black widow bite. It was the 3.0 . My 7th 8th and 9th game with the 3.0 was 290, 280 and 279 for 849. And the the effect is coming out next week. I'm all in...
Nice bowling! 🙌🏻
@@brunsnick thank u very much.
How would the Effect compare to the Track Theorem?
Stronger off the spot, more hook overall.
@brunsnick how does it compare to your “GOAT” ball widow 2.o hybrid ?
It’s very impressive. I’m afraid to test them heads up because I think I know the answer.
Gotta keep it 💯 w us Brunsnick !
Wow 😯, that ball is money 💴! I love me some skid flip. Thanks for another great video. I know my next purchase.
Would this be a good replacement for my Mastermind? RG and dif are similar. Mastermind drilled pin down.
Original Mastermind?
Yes. I’m worried the cover may crack like my Mastermind Scholar did. 325 rpm, 14-15 mph.
Hi nick i don't throw alot of revs and I'm switching to a sarge easter grip because of a injury would this be a good ball choice for me
Maybe! Depends on the injury, be sure to talk to your pro shop about your hand issues and see if it will help.
I just recently picked up the ghost Pearl. And I love the ball but now I'm thinking about getting the 3.0 until this video came out. Should I skip the 3.0 and just get this one? Or just buy both LOL.
Decisions decisions! Is your ball speed higher?
My ball speed is anywhere between 13 and 16 I currently have a prism solid the hammer ghost Pearl and fatal Venom in my bag right now
Would this ball match up to a 16mph, 275rev, senior bowler? Layout recommendations?
I'm curious too. I'm about where you are... age, ball speed, but I'm reving a little higher. About 350.
The numbers don't show if it'll work for you. What will tell you is how you roll the ball. Some people are up the back to over the top. Some tilt it completely and some have none. So your 275rev could be hook out the house or dead straight. Even if it was 350 or 450.
I’ve seen him bowl, it’ll work for you. Would be a little cleaner than your Katana Assault. 👍🏻
@brunsnick Thanks...I'm anticipating massive pre-orders for this ball.
Pin down layout for me on this ball? @@brunsnick
Radical conspiracy next please!!! So excited.
Could you PLEASE do a comparison video of this ball vs the Black Widow 3.0?!
That ball almost reminds me of the Taboo. I really like that new camera angle to give us a better idea as to what you are doing with your hand to manipulate the roll. Question I have is do you ever tuck your pinky finger in for more manipulation? I noticed that the top of the core does have a similar look to the gas mask. Would be curious to see how different this is to the 2.0 hybrid. Been saying it for a month now. The Hammer effect is real! Oh and BTW.....noticed we are creeping up towards 16,000 subscribers. Come on people! I could see a ball giveaway at the 20,000 mark perhaps?
I always tuck my pinky. Every shot.
And my goal this year was 26,500 subs!
@@brunsnick I see that now. When you first put your hand in the ball the pinky is laying flat and then you tuck it right before you take your first step.
Yep, gotta get the thumb set and feeling good first.
Love Brunswick bowling equipment.
as a low-speed low rev guy I'm always looking for equipment that will get through the front of the lane clean and not force me left to fast but still have good hit and continuation at the pins. this looks like a ball that could do that. I don't have a problem hooking the ball as a matter of fact I can get the weakest stuff to hook, no problem. The only thing is the weaker balls don't carry very well so I opt for a higher performance ball and drill it short pin. what I haven't tried is drilling a asymmetric ball pin down, could you tell me what are the differences between pin down compared to short pin?
Pin down layouts on asyms will narrow flare like short pin but will generally be more usable when you have to open up your launch angles.
@Brunsnick This ball looks sooo good !! I already have an envy tour pearl and typically only play on a house shot at the same center ,is there enough of a gap to have both ?
I think so, this flares quite a lot more and should be better suited when you have to move in.
@brunsnick I’m a 2 hander matched low tilt player, bowling on THS what would you recommended between the Effect, BW 2.0 hybrid , or Outer Limits pearl ? …
Effect
I AM CONFUSED VIZ-A BALL OR VIS-A BALL WHICH IS A SPARE BALL AND WHO MAKES THEM IS ONE MADE BY BRUNSWICK. THANKS
It's Viz-A-Ball... they're spare balls with pictures on them.
No comment on the smell of the ball? CTD said it has a scent like Storm balls, is it true?
It is pleasant.
How would you compare this to the archetype hybrid?
Sharper and stronger overall for me!
@@brunsnick That's like shocking to me. I threw Archetype Hybrid a week ago and it's probably the strongest shiny ball I've thrown
Love the videos as always Nick.
Would this ball be good for 2 hand style or would it have to be drilled weaker for the 2 hand rev?
My only Hammer ball was a Widow Ghost. I hated it. Will the Effect bring me back to Hammer. I love my OG Mindset for long oil. I need a good game 3 asym. Is the Effect that ball?
I just got back into bowling after 12 years. Bought 4 different black widow balls. This might be my next purchase.
I noticed you don’t slide. I’ve tried to slide but have a really tough time. Is there any benefit from not sliding?
Here’s my own benefits to planting.
PLANTING vs. SLIDING? | Why I Plant!
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Thanks so much for the reply. That answers a lot of questions. I think it is mostly the lanes I bowl on. Very sticky. So I’m going to go with planting. It just seems a lot more consistent and much easier for the lanes I bowl on and my age. Great videos. No crap, just great content!
Loved this ball. Wow
Can you bowl on lane 3 next time lol
I’m thinking
45 x 5 x 45 since it has DOT I can do that one.
Color looks like the old Taboo original or the hot sauce pearl & also a more recent Revenant by storm. Just the 4th color is the difference.
Nah, no lane 3 for me. I’m a lane 2 loyalist.
@@brunsnickthe Columbia Antics was 4 colors. I believe they had more that looked 4 but really was 3 mixing looking like 4 as you said. Like balls with 2 shades of purple counting as 2 colors with like 2 other colors. Columbia was bowling the world over lol
@@brianlevandowski3167 yep lol the yellow and blue made green. We learned that in kindergarten finger painting class 😆
Good for a slow speed thrower?
How slow?
Deciding between this and 3.0 (I think). Currently using a 15 y/o Widow Pearl.
3.0 will be a bit stronger and earlier compared to the Effect and what you have.
WHAT KIND OF SPEED DO YOU NEED WITH THIS BALL FOR US SLOW ROLLERS 13 - 14MPH
Depends on your rev rate, what you bowl on and if that 13-14mph is what you see on the monitors or if that’s off your hand speed.
@@brunsnick 13 14 IS WHAT I SEE ON THE MONITOR THANKS
@@69RIDING you have plenty of ball speed, you’re golden. This would be what I show as entry speed in my specto data. 👍🏻
You have a relaxed ring finger with no insert ?
Sarge Easter Grip
Can't wait for Hammer to drop an overseas Black Widow version
My precious......
Ball is gonna be 🔥👏🏾
So a lite hit with a used 3k pad may be a option. You probably strike fir days
There's only one way to settle who's the Shiny GOAT...Effect v 2.0Hy
Also how does this compare to the envy tour pearl?
A lot more continuation and hook potential in oil. Much more flare.
@@brunsnick Exactly
I like shiny/pearl bowling balls! Rev challenged the pearls go long and rev up on the backend better for me! The solids I have burn up and have no punch! Was going to get the 3.0 cause the 2.0 is my favorite ball but think this one will better suit me! Thanks Nick again…great video as always!
I. Love. This. Hammer. Effect. The. Highest. I. Bowl. With. This. Ball. Is. 214. Average. 178. Bowling. Three. Game. I. See. My. Average. Will. Get. Better. With. This. Ball!!!
I missed yet another premier?!?!?! I don't believe in coincidences 🤣🤣🤣
Shame shame shame. Was a busy premiere!!
Damn feel this and black widow 3 is all you need to get the job done.
This or the motiv subzero forge??
@@jesgetme this
Hammer effect or Scorpion strike?
Ok nick I'm 7 bowling balls spent in 3 months..... amf I'm still picking up the low flare..... why.....
Because bowling is a fun hobby!!
@@brunsnick expensive hobby... that might turn into a career lol
@@TrevorPrinceMusic see you on TV soon! 🙌🏻😎
Beast ball!!