Bowler Ratings

PatternStTwCr
Oily:X.XX.XX.X
Medium:X.XX.XX.X
Dry:X.XX.XX.X
Sport:X.XX.XX.X

Bowler ratings are from 1 to 10 in order of Stroker (ST), Tweener (TW), Cranker (CR)

Note: Ratings are only available to our premium members.

General Info

Brand:
Name:Strike King
Reviewed:July 2013
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Coverstock Specs
Name:SK13 Reactive
Type:Reactive Pearl
Box Finish:500 SiaAir / Rough Buff / High Gloss
Color:Black Pearl; Red / Gold Pearl; Blue / Red Pearl; Purple / Pink Pearl
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Core Specs
Name:NA
Type:Symmetrical
RG:2.578
Diff:0.028
Int. Diff:0.000

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The Strike King is the new entry level performance ball for the 2013-2014 season. It comes in a variety of colors and replaces the Slingshots from the last few years. The Strike King uses a new symmetrical core and new pearlized coverstock. Both of these elements are stronger than those used on the Slingshot. While stronger than its predecessor, it still is best suited for dry lane conditions.

We lined up quickly on our short dry pattern. Because of the straighter nature of the Strike King, Stroker was actually left of Tweener, playing a much straighter line to the pocket.

Brunswick Strike King Comparisons

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About The BTM Ball Testing Team

The BTM Ball Testing Team is led by Eric Martinez. Our team of three testers has thrown and reviewed hundreds of bowling balls for Bowling This Month. When not testing balls for BTM, Eric owns and operates University Pro Shop in San Antonio, TX and he is an avid competitive bowler. Click here to learn more about how we test and review bowling balls.