Virtual Energy Blackout vs Dark Code vs Infinite PhysiX

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  • Опубліковано 10 гру 2024

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  • @josephelden4573
    @josephelden4573 Рік тому +6

    Excellent video. On the recommendation of a PBA pro I bought and IP and never looked back. It was called "more angular" and throwing it made me understand what that meant. I now have one in waiting and it's a staple in my arsenal just below a Reality.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +3

      Thanks for the tip!! Yeah it was definitely a good one, not sure why they decided to get rid of it so fast.

  • @jameslong9564
    @jameslong9564 Рік тому +2

    Picked up the Blackout over the release weekend. Love my Dark Code so much I have an undrilled 2:11 reserve in the basement (ok there’s 12 balls [11 SPI] in the basement undrilled). I have an Infinite, but I’ve never been able to find a good place for it in the league bag. Sometimes it looks really good and sometimes it’s too forward and pukey. I still have it, but thinking of selling it.

  • @skunkape8326
    @skunkape8326 Рік тому +6

    Awesomeness! I love both the dark code and the infinite. The infinite is probably my heaviest use ball overall.

  • @jmjamphoto7283
    @jmjamphoto7283 Рік тому +3

    Great informative video as always, not really interested in these but seeing how different balls compare is always fun to see.

  • @Matt_Holcomb
    @Matt_Holcomb Рік тому +3

    When I first got my Dark I hated it. It didn't move like I wanted very over under. I tried 4k fast 1000 2000 just couldn't get it to do what I wanted. Put it away. Then I recently took it to Reno back to box, and it was too much for that shot. Came back home. I tried it in league again, and it's now my go-to shot 300 last week and 290 this week.

  • @fcajulis
    @fcajulis Рік тому +2

    Great video. I loved and continue to love my Infinite Physix. Looking forward to getting the VE Blackout :)

  • @Tenpins300_Bowling
    @Tenpins300_Bowling Рік тому +1

    I tried to like the Dark Code but could never match up with even with multiple cover changes. I left on the rack after a PBA50 and was happy I did.
    The Infinite Physix was very versatile for me and always gave me a predictable look on multiple patterns.
    I’m so looking forward to the VE Blackout.

  • @GlennShaver1402
    @GlennShaver1402 Рік тому +2

    Next hybrid was on ptlp physics and some overseas I have fire physics and it's amazing.

  • @shaunmcisaac782
    @shaunmcisaac782 Рік тому +1

    NEX Pearl was also featured on the Master Code. I snagged one back in the spring. 1st game off the drill press was an immediate 300. A good start but of course that means it's all downhill from there :)

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Yeah I just meant we only saw it once stateside, and haha yeah I've had that happen before. I had a Taboo Deep Purple, first game was 300 and then it just sucked after that!

  • @TacticlTwinkie
    @TacticlTwinkie Рік тому +5

    With the Infinte axed so quickly, I’m keeping my eye out for its eventual replacement. Just the sort of info I’m looking for.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +3

      This is going to be the closest thing by a long shot, even if it's not exact.

  • @topthrilldragster20
    @topthrilldragster20 Рік тому +1

    I loved my dark code. Shot my 4th Lifetime 300 with it. I think the blackout is my next ball.

  • @browntrousersmoment
    @browntrousersmoment Рік тому +1

    Lukeski, I have the Infinite-I have had many good games with it when it works, but mostly it's just to strong for me and the house I mostly bowl at.
    I think I will get another IQ (which works in all conditions for me) but this one will be with ring finger through the pin with 1k and light polish compound. Thank you for great review!

  • @tylerhernandez5207
    @tylerhernandez5207 Рік тому +2

    I like my Infinite, but struggle to find a surface to fit, no matter the shine or dullness. I couldn't get a feel for the Dark tho, and i don't think I'll grab a Virtual, but might ig i can find a cheap one

    • @fcajulis
      @fcajulis Рік тому +2

      I really like mine at 500 followed by step 2 compound

  • @CliftonDon74
    @CliftonDon74 Рік тому +5

    Another great informative video Luke. Have you and Angel considered taking up Packy's 50 strike challenge? It should make for great content.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +3

      I haven't even gotten around to seeing the video yet, we had a super long weekend with a lot of people in town for a tournament. Maybe!!

  • @primaljackal
    @primaljackal Рік тому +1

    3:37 that trick only works for Riley Potter

  • @bennyglaze-u3k
    @bennyglaze-u3k Рік тому +1

    Great information as always Luke Thank You

  • @ultratacoRX7
    @ultratacoRX7 Рік тому +2

    I really like the motion of my infinite and it looks great at a couple centers but my league switched houses this year and now I can't figure out how to make it strike. Forward roll out light hits, jump through the nose or solid pocket 7 pins (and I'm right handed). ☹️

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +2

      Yeah that's the weird ball reaction I was talking about. It did that to me a couple times even in the same center on the same condition I bowl on and I never could figure out why it looked like this sometimes and other times it'd go 60 feet and wiggle.

  • @AyoMrB
    @AyoMrB Рік тому +3

    Thanks again for the awesome videos Luke! Do you know if Storm ever made a core shape similar to the RAD3 core? It was the core in the X Factor ball that came out roughly 20 years ago or so. I was always envious of my teammates XXX Factor and the scent.

    • @AyoMrB
      @AyoMrB Рік тому +2

      I guess I feel a little silly seeing that the Dark Code is the RAD4 core.... maybe I know what ball I've been missing all along.

  • @aaronspringborn34
    @aaronspringborn34 7 місяців тому +1

    Hi Luke, how are you? This is my very first time watching this particular video I can say that’s for sure. All three balls were that close and similar that I could not even tell the difference between the reactions. Also, one thing I’ve been taking especially specifically with asymmetrical, pearl bowling balls are that when they go down the lane they look like they are symmetrical bowling balls because they look that clean. I would really love to have the infinite physix. The sad thing is it is discontinued. Having said that I would maybe consider getting a virtual energy blackout as a good substitution one day when I do get an asymmetrical pearl bowling ball to my arsenal.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  7 місяців тому

      Eh, you might look at some other stuff before you make that assumption. The Exotic Gem is also an asymmetric pearl and it is a chugboat. Radical's Outer Limits Pearl is also quite early and chuggy for being a "pearl" ball.

  • @aaronspringborn34
    @aaronspringborn34 7 місяців тому +1

    Also sidenote. I saw it on TV a few times it looked great and I think it’s underrated.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  7 місяців тому

      I don't really think it's underrated, it's been really popular and people consider it one of the best balls Storm is making right now. It's just been out for almost a year at this point.

  • @bobgomavitz1330
    @bobgomavitz1330 Рік тому +3

    Saw you throw what you felt was a bad shot half way down the lane with the Dark Code and it flushed. Walked away shaking your head. I do the same. Knowing You missed it and it struck and you feel lucky. I have to ask….how bad was it that it struck? As competitors, why don’t we think the other way. What was “right” in that miss and learn from it instead of a walk away head shake…me included!

    • @CliftonDon74
      @CliftonDon74 Рік тому +2

      I think that when a ball is thrown and it doesn't behave the way that is expected, there is a certain level of disappointment. Yes, it struck, but not in the way that was expected. I am not that critical of myself. I would be happy with a good carry, but those with 227+ averages expect more from themselves.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +3

      It was one of those two wrongs don't make a right but 3 do. Got it wide, threw it too slow, caught it too much, so it all canceled out and worked somehow.

    • @bobgomavitz1330
      @bobgomavitz1330 Рік тому +1

      @@LukeRosdahl in golf we say, your only as good as your misses! Applies to bowling to I see

  • @bagger3002
    @bagger3002 Рік тому +4

    I didn't have a Dark Code and I'm about to drill an Infinite that I've had stashed. This Blackout has me very interested though.

  • @dennisbeck2521
    @dennisbeck2521 Рік тому +1

    I recall in a previous review that you mentioned that Storm may have altered the ratio of R2S and NEX in the REX coverstock by possible using a larger ratio of R2S vs NEX (or at least the ball reacted that way). That would definitely explain why the VEB is longer/cleaner/sharper compared to the DC and IP. Now I'm wondering if the Fate ball being poured now are going to react differently than early Fate balls. I have an IP and while it has been generally a good ball that has seen much use and is typically never a bad choice, I do find it a bit too forward. The VEB looks like it would provide the exact difference that I'm looking for. Thanks for the vids! Always great info.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Well I mentioned it as a possibility, then later concluded that the surface alteration was just making another ball look stronger than it actually was, and even if they did change the ratio, I was only suggesting they did it for this particular ball, not in general for all the ReX balls. The Shape Lock HD core has also always been surprisingly long and sharp for how strong the numbers are on paper.

  • @justdatdude103
    @justdatdude103 6 місяців тому +2

    Any recommendations for a replacement for the infinite physix? I have one at 14lb looking to replace it. The blackout doesnt fit the same needs. Willing to try other brands also

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  6 місяців тому +1

      The Hammer Effect I think is the closest thing on overall strength and reaction shape. I agree that the Blackout isn't there, the Infinite was stronger, definitely earlier, and a little different shape.

  • @TrackerbassSS
    @TrackerbassSS Рік тому +1

    I would love for you to do a video on your release

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Eh, it's nothing special and it looks worse and worse the more you slow it down and analyze it lol. There are plenty of slo mo videos of the pros with super nice releases out there that should help out more than mine!

  • @addictedTobowling
    @addictedTobowling Рік тому +3

    Great video. Is the blackout a compliment or same spot in the bag as an Exotic Gem? Thanks

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Definitely a complement/half ball down. The Exotic is much earlier and chuggier, this might even feel like a full ball down from it, it does for me.

  • @glenkamida71
    @glenkamida71 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, Luke! I will ordering Virtual Energy off your link soon!
    On a similar topic, how about Reality, Virtual, Phaze Ii, Exponent, Gold Label and Ruby for a six-ball, league arsenal?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      I like it!

    • @glenkamida71
      @glenkamida71 Рік тому +1

      @LukeRosdahl do you like Reality better than Exotic as number one ball on house?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      @@glenkamida71 I'd go with the Exotic, I think it's more controllable/versatile than the Reality

  • @thomasworrilow4228
    @thomasworrilow4228 Рік тому +2

    So replacing dark code with the blackout. I'm seeing the same thing you are. All my asymmetric stuff is 5 1/2 P2P, do you think if I shorten that to 5-5 1/4 P2P it would make them closer?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Yeah I'd probably go down to 5 to make them closer, it's hard to feel/see a 1/4 difference.

  • @JayMarshall-z2s
    @JayMarshall-z2s Рік тому +1

    Not sure if this VEB is going to be an overlap or a compliment to my infinite. Your thoughts? I loved my infinite for like a season and then it has just been dead in the water and not giving me any type of motion after several surface changes and detox's.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Well if your Infinite is dead, I'd say this will be a different story.

  • @theswaveegod
    @theswaveegod Рік тому +1

    Quick question Luke, could the IQ Ruby and Gold Label fit a bag together or do they overlap? If they would fit together, what’s the key differences?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Yeah they can fit together, the Gold Label's differential is a lot higher so it flares more, plus the cover is quite a bit stronger. They roll in about the same place, but the Gold Label hooks a few boards more, can move MUCH deeper than the Ruby, and it's sharper on the backend as well.

  • @KJSquishy
    @KJSquishy Рік тому +1

    Unfortunately my dark code has died. It has no hook in it anymore and not sure what to do with it. :(

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Find a pro shop with a Detox and have an oil extraction and resurface done on it, should bring it back to life

  • @Sft2000
    @Sft2000 Рік тому +1

    Am I right in thinking the VE could be a suitable replacement for an astrophysix that can often be lazy/60ft ish for me?

    • @dantedimicco2101
      @dantedimicco2101 Рік тому +3

      I bought a VEB on Friday to replace my astrophysix. Best purchase ive ever made. Shot my new high series the day I bought it and ive been averageing ten pins higher then I did with my astrophysix

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Yes, especially in that situation. If you want an Astro type motion that's stronger, this is absolutely it.

  • @user-eu6so7qe2w
    @user-eu6so7qe2w Рік тому +2

    How would you compare the Blackout to the Fate?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Blackout is a fair amount stronger and quite a bit more dynamic. It's a nice illustration of the difference a core makes, but the Blackout likes deeper angles, while the Fate likes straighter ones, just the torque the asymmetry creates makes a big difference.

  • @SgtPhroste
    @SgtPhroste Рік тому +1

    So that's why they discontinued the Infinite...one of the best all around balls I've ever owned

    • @its_Kris
      @its_Kris Рік тому

      I couldn’t believe it. The Infinite is a GOAT for me

  • @SirJoczilla
    @SirJoczilla Рік тому +1

    How does the Night Road compare to the Blackout?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Not very close, the cores are completely different. The overall hard round arc shape is similar, but the Blackout is an easy arrow stronger, if not more.

  • @skfboiler
    @skfboiler Рік тому +1

    I have the Absolute. Is there any overlap with the VE Blackout?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Depends on the surface, if you watch my review, we compare the Blackout and Absolute at a couple different surfaces. If they're both sanded, they seem to be on top of each other, but if they're both shiny, the Blackout is significantly stronger.

  • @iamasooner86
    @iamasooner86 Рік тому +1

    Not really related to the video but a general wondering per se of when and if you all will be at GTO? I’ll be there the weekend of 14-15 and would love to meet everyone!

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      We're going to be there the weekend after that, so we'll just miss you! Where are you traveling from?

    • @iamasooner86
      @iamasooner86 Рік тому +1

      @@LukeRosdahl Dang! I missed you last year by being there the weekend after you all were there. I’m just traveling from up the road from OKC. We would have been there the same weekend but I’m bowling in the Oklahoma Queens on the 21st.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Ah ok, that's too bad. Maybe one of these years!!

    • @iamasooner86
      @iamasooner86 Рік тому +1

      @@LukeRosdahl I’m looking forward to it! I’ll be back up there two other weekends in November as well. I did terrible last year but it was my first year bowling in it and had such a difficult time with my timing because I had the wrong sole and heel, lesson learned.

  • @waynedeason1356
    @waynedeason1356 Рік тому +1

    Would the Virtual be a good ball for medium to dry lanes when they break down to stand way left and hook the whole lane with? Looking for something clean but with a lot of pop on the backend to be able to play the whole lane.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому

      Not really, it's much too strong of a ball for that, you'd want to go with an Absolute in that situation.

    • @waynedeason213
      @waynedeason213 Рік тому +1

      ​@@LukeRosdahlThanks!

  • @chrisrush689
    @chrisrush689 Рік тому +1

    What ball did you say had a higher differential than the dark code?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      There isn't one, .058 is the highest you'll see a ball get any more. Motiv's Jackals used to have a .060 until they got banned, and it's not worth trying to get any closer than that for anyone.

    • @chrisrush689
      @chrisrush689 Рік тому

      @@LukeRosdahl Why will they not go higher?

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Because .060 is the maximum allowable differential according to USBC's specs, and when they banned the Jackals, it almost bankrupt Motiv because when a ball is banned, they have to replace the ball for everyone who had bought one.

  • @specialagent14
    @specialagent14 Рік тому +1

    I’ve been trying to get Step 2 can’t find it anywhere! Any suggestions?

    • @drakedbz
      @drakedbz Рік тому +2

      I believe it was discontinued. I don't remember what replaces it

    • @fcajulis
      @fcajulis Рік тому +2

      Storm has new compounds now

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Yeah it's been discontinued and we now have rough edge and smooth edge compounds. Another good replacement would be Brunswick's Crown Compound. As soon as the new Storm compounds are available to the staffers I'll give them a shot and see what's up.

  • @sword900
    @sword900 Рік тому +1

    Does anybody not like or like the reacts polish? It seems to make the balls way to clean.

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      Yeah it just sucks. It's a car/boat polish that's hydrophobic, so why they would put something designed to repel oil on something designed to absorb it just makes no sense.

    • @sword900
      @sword900 Рік тому +1

      @LukeRosdahl agreed. Hopefully they're working on something new

    • @LukeRosdahl
      @LukeRosdahl  Рік тому +1

      @@sword900 They have a couple new compounds but they're still using the gloss as the shiny factory finish.

  • @tylerneal5390
    @tylerneal5390 Рік тому +1

    i wish i had the Infinite

    • @timmcintyre5226
      @timmcintyre5226 Рік тому

      Still available on Amazon for 185. I picked one up and love it.

  • @CaseyMattingly300
    @CaseyMattingly300 Рік тому +1

    That Casey Mattingly is a Scrub!

  • @TrendSettaRico
    @TrendSettaRico Рік тому +1

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