Ebonite Cyclone Bowling Ball Review

Ebonite

Cyclone

Pattern	St	Tw	Cr
Oily:	3	4	4
Medium:	8	9	9
Dry:	9	8	8
Sport:	6	7	6.5

(1-10 in order of Stroker (ST), Tweener (TW), Cranker (CR))

Coverstock Info
Name:	GB 10.7
Type:	Reactive Pearl
Box Finish:	4000 Abralon / Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish
Color:	Purple / Orange / Yellow; Black / Gold / Silver; Navy/Pink / Gold
Core Info
Name:	NA
Type:	Symmetrical
RG:	2.53
Total Diff:	0.053
Int. Diff:	NA

The Cyclone features a new core design that is surrounded by the proven GB 10.7 cover found on many Ebonite favorites such as the Game Breaker and The One. This new core design has the ability to store energy for the back end. Add that to a polished pearl cover and it takes this characteristic to another level. Like the Hard Ball and Curve Ball, this ball will perform best on medium patterns, which include most typical house shots. It has the ability to handle some drier lane conditions as well.

We gave this ball the highest ratings on our medium test pattern. The length and strong back end were perfect for this type of condition. The Cyclone’s ability to retain...

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Performance Ratings

Name	Value	Comments
Torque (1-10)	6	We wouldn’t call the reaction of the Cyclone angular, although it will still make a strong move toward the pocket. The core allows this ball to be a little smoother and much more continuous than the Hard and Curve Ball from last year.
Length (1-25)	16	The 4000 Abralon with Powerhouse Factory Finish Polish easily pushes the Cyclone down the lane. The length is best suited for medium to medium-dry conditions. Removing the shine will allow the ball to bite through medium heavy to medium patterns.
Back End (1-20)	15	The back end reaction is very continuous. We didn’t see any signs of this one giving up energy after exiting the breakpoint.
Total Hook (1-100)	46	The total hook potential allows the Cyclone to be used on most house shots. As the pattern dries out, users will be able to chase the oil inside without worrying about lack of recovery or lack of pin carry because of the high flare potential.

Strengths: The amount of performance for the price is the biggest asset of the Cyclone. It offers the right amount of length and movement in the midlane and back end to handle any medium type oil pattern on which it is used.

Weaknesses: The finish of the Cyclone holds back its true potential for medium heavy to heavy oil patterns. Do not hesitate to rough the surface to achieve more movement.

Overall Summary: Ebonite has taken the challenge of competing at the entry level by removing Tornados, the Hard Ball and Curve Ball, and introducing the Cyclone. A proven cover combined with a low RG/high differential core is something usually reserved for mid to upper-mid price categories. The Cyclone brings these benefits to the bowler on a budget.