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:Adrenaline Overload
Reviewed:January 2016
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Coverstock Specs
Name:GB 12.0 Pearl
Type:Reactive Pearl
Box Finish:500 / 3000 Abralon
Color:Black / Blue / Silver
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Core Specs
Name:Adrenaline
Type:Symmetrical
RG:2.50
Diff:0.056
Int. Diff:0.000

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The Adrenaline Overload is the second release in the Adrenaline line for Ebonite in their Upper Mid Performance tier. The Salute has been discontinued in this line, leaving only the dull GB 12.0 Hybrid-covered Adrenaline Shot and this new ball, which has a sanded pearlized version of the same cover. The Overload leaves the factory with a 3000 Abralon surface, giving it more length than the rougher Adrenaline Shot.

We found the best reaction with this ball on our medium test pattern. Compared to the Adrenaline Shot, Tweener and Stroker both liked the added angularity at the breakpoint that this ball offered. They could each start about two boards right with their feet compared to the Adrenaline Shot. The extra angle at the breakpoint and strong back end motion allowed them to

Ebonite Adrenaline Overload Comparisons

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Additional Ebonite Adrenaline Overload Resources

Click here to visit Ebonite's website to read the manufacturer-supplied information on this ball. Also, see below for the manufacturer-produced promotional video for this ball.

Please remember that our reviews are solely based on our own testing and that you may sometimes find differences between our comments and ratings and the manufacturer's claims. Links to these manufacturer resources are provided here strictly for convenience purposes.

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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.