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:Platinum
Reviewed:August 2011
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Coverstock Specs
Name:E85M High Reactive
Type:Reactive Pearl
Box Finish:2000 Grit Polished
Color:Black / Platinum
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Core Specs
Name:NA
Type:Symmetrical
RG:2.48
Diff:0.054
Int. Diff:0.000

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This new Elite release features a pearl version of their new E85M High Reactive cover. The coverstock stores a large amount of energy that provides a strong move at the breakpoint.

We found it matched up best with our medium pattern. The length and back end reaction were a perfect match on this condition. All three testers were able to play in their comfort zones to start and make small moves deeper into the pattern as it broke down. Even when we played really deep, we never saw any lack of carry.

Our reaction was above average for a shiny pearl on our heavy pattern. Stronger layouts would make our reactions even better. Since we can’t change the layout, we did change the surface. We hit Stroker’s Platinum with a 2000 Abralon

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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.