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:Lx05
Reviewed:August 2014
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Coverstock Specs
Name:QR-4 Hybrid
Type:Reactive Hybrid
Box Finish:500 / 2000 Abralon
Color:Blue Pearl / Black / Silver Pearl
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Core Specs
Name:Modified Kinetic
Type:Asymmetrical
RG:2.49
Diff:0.038
Int. Diff:0.005

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

The Track Lx05 is the second release since the change to the new naming system that uses the Modified Kinetic core. This weight block is wrapped by the QR-4 Hybrid coverstock that is finished at a rough 2000 Abralon grit. This combination creates the earliest hooking motion of any Track ball in recent history.

This ball has no problem getting started in the oil and it was best for us on our heavy volume test pattern. The sanded cover easily chews through the oil, creating plenty of hook in the front of the lane. What makes the Lx05 special is that it still has enough left to make a move at the back end, which is not something we can say

Track Lx05 Comparisons

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To compare the Track Lx05 to any other bowling ball(s), please use our Bowling Ball Comparison tool.

The BTM Ball Testing Team

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.