Radical Torrid Bowling Ball Review

Radical

Torrid

Pattern	St	Tw	Cr
Oily:	5	6	6
Medium:	9	9	9.5
Dry:	8	7	6
Sport:	7	7	7

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

Coverstock Info
Name:	NA
Type:	Reactive Pearl
Box Finish:	Polished
Color:	Burgundy / Gold with Mica
Core Info
Name:	NA
Type:	Symmetrical
RG:	2.46
Total Diff:	0.048
Int. Diff:	NA

The Torrid uses an older core design and combines it with newer resin base with the addition of mica. Some density alterations to the core have been made over time and with this version we get a lower RG core and a higher differential. This core, combined with the upgrade of the cover, creates more traction than the Time’s Up! pearl and a more rounded motion at the breakpoint. The hook potential of the Torrid puts it right between the reaction shapes of the two Time’s Up! offerings.

All three testers had their best reactions on the medium test pattern. The extra traction allowed the ball to play further left than we did with the Time’s Up! pearl. Cranker really liked this ball on...

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Performance Ratings

Name	Value	Comments
Torque (1-10)	5.5	This ball makes a left turn when it reaches its breakpoint, but not the sharp move of a ball that is designed to snap more. The Torrid brings the breakpoint just slightly closer than the Time’s Up! pearl.
Length (1-25)	14	The polished coverstock gets down the lane rather easily. The addition of mica to the cover gives this ball a little more grab than the Time’s Up! pearl.
Back End (1-20)	14	The Torrid can hold its own in back end motion. A large sweeping motion is what all three testers saw on our medium test pattern.
Total Hook (1-100)	46	The total hook of the Torrid is similar to the Time’s Up! pearl, but with a different motion. The addition of mica to the pearl resin coverstock gives it more traction and less wiggle at the breakpoint.

Strengths: A classic core shape returns in the Torrid. This core surrounded by an updated coverstock makes the Torrid an easy choice to put in any bowler’s line up.

Weaknesses: All pearl reactives will struggle in oil. The Torrid is no exception. Stick to the medium and lighter patterns that this ball was designed for and enjoy the exceptional pin carry.

Overall Summary: The Torrid is the newest mid-price release to the Radical line up. It joins the Time’s Up! and Time’s Up! solid as an option for medium conditions.