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:Obsession
Reviewed:February 2021
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Coverstock Specs
Name:Envy Solid CFI
Type:Reactive Solid
Box Finish:500 / 1500 SiaAir
Color:Black / Pink / Burgundy
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Core Specs
Name:Obsession
Type:Asymmetrical
RG:2.468
Diff:0.050
Int. Diff:0.013

For details on our standard test layouts, please click here.

The Obsession is one of two new releases in the Hammer High Performance line sharing the same main core geometry. The Obsession has more flare potential than the Obsession Tour, and it uses the Envy Solid CFI coverstock. This is the first time since the change in production facilities for Hammer that a carbon fiber additive has been used in the coverstock. The Obsession core design utilizes the Durability Optimization Technology (DOT) system, which places the pin on the bottom of the ball to provide more layout flexibility. The Obsession is finished with 500 and 1500 SiaAir, giving it plenty of traction for use in heavy oil or longer oil conditions.

Stroker really liked the amount of hook the Obsession offered on our heavy oil test pattern. It provided more hook and a sharper move downlane than the Obsession Tour, also putting him three boards inside of the Black Widow 2.0. In transition, the gap between the Obsession and Obsession Tour widened, as Stroker could keep his feet in the same part of the lane and feed this ball farther right, allowing the Obsession to make a strong move downlane

Hammer Obsession Comparisons

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To compare the Hammer Obsession to any other bowling ball(s), please use our Bowling Ball Comparison tool.

Additional Hammer Obsession Resources

Click here to visit Hammer'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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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.