900 Global Honey Badger Intensity Bowling Ball

The Honey Badger Intensity is the latest release from 900 Global, in the 700 series. The Intensity has the S70 solid reactive cover and uses the same Grapnel 2.0 core that was in the Honey Badger Revival. The HB Intensity colors are pink and Navy blue and has a 4000 grit Abralon finish from the factory. The numbers in 15lb HB Intensity's are 2.54 Rg, 0.048 diff., and an intermediate diff. of 0.012. I drilled the HB Intensity with a layout of 4.5 X 4 X 4. This is the same layout as the Revival I drilled. The Intensity slows down a lot sooner on the lane than does the Revival, but still has a good amount of shape through the backend of the lane, and covers more boards and handles more oil than the Revival. The motion of the HB Intensity would best be described as a very strong arch. Comparing the Intensity to the solid sanded Reality, the Intensity cover is a little weaker than that of the Reality, and makes it a good ball to drop down from, if the Reality is just overall, too much reaction. The Intensity has been best on medium long to longer patterns with a moderate volume of oil, so far. The downlane motion and aggressive cover gives me a little too much shape for most medium length patterns. I like the HB Intensity. I originally drilled this ball because the overall core shape reminds me of an asymmetrical version of the core found in the old Storm Atomic Charge and ReCharge. Those were favorites of mine from back in the day. The motion the HB Intensity makes on the lanes does remind me of the shape I used to get out of the Atomic Charge, with a balance hole. Thank you for taking the time to read my review of the Honey Badger Intensity.

900 Global HB Intensity Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asym Cover: S70 Solid This year has been loaded with extremely impressive 900 Global releases. The HB Intensity continues the trend. The HB Intensity is a perfect drop down ball from the Reality. I can start with Intensity from the outside until being allowed to move in with the Reality, or start with the Reality then ball down to the Intensity. These two are a killer pair. The HB Intensity is a couple boards weaker than the Reality for me. It also goes just a bit longer downlane...maybe 3-4 feet. That added length gives it a touch more angle but the ball still shows a strong, smooth reaction (what I hope to see from an Asym Solid). The HB line as a whole has been a huge success. The Intensity shows that 900 Global can still make adjustments to make the HB line even better. This will most likely be the strongest solid I will need in any leagues I play. If you are a Storm or Roto Grip fan (or a bowler in general) and you haven't given the 900 Global line a try recently, now is the time.

The new ball from 900 Global is the Honey Badger Intensity. I drilled mine 5 x 4 x 3 which puts the pin in the middle finger. The Intensity was a huge hit at our match makers on our normal house shot. The Intensity for me is between the rubicon and a UC2. Clean for an asymmetrical ball but not a responsive as a UC2. Maybe like a beefed up IQ tour. Below the Global Reality but stronger than the Zen. Very predictable. Many styles like the Intensity, as the cover stock makes this ball in my opinion. Brian Watson PAP 4 up 1 1/8 Speed - 16-17 RPM 400 Tilt - 17 Modify message

Sweet Honey B.I. The 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity is a ball I found to be a sleeper stronger earlier rolling ball for its performance level. This ball has real value like as if it was a high performance ball. I drilled mine 4x4x2. If you are having trouble getting a ball to pick up in the front part of the lane, this is your ball. This cover reads the oil well and feels like an aggressive solid. Its really smooth with strong continuous motion. If I need more length, i switch to the Zen to get down the lane longer. If it seems to be too much too early, you can also shine it. That always gives me the length I need to get thru the front part to save more energy on the backend. My PAP is 5-1/8 and 1/8 up. Usually around 15-16mph, I'd probably be classified between and tweener and cranker.

I finally got to drill my Intensity up 50 x 4.5 x 30. I wanted to try it out at box since it came at 4000abr and that seems like a good place to start. I am impressed with this one. Still slightly dull but it gets length like a hybrid or pearl without the whip on the back. To me this is what the Rubicon originally started out like. Great to clear the fronts with but not the squirt or excessive length past the spot. I threw it compared to my Hy-Road Max and Rubicon UC2. The length compared to the HyRoad Max was similar but the Intensity read the back end slightly stronger. The UC2 pushed much more thru the front which gave me the impression these could play off of each other as compliments.

Honey Badger Intensity: Tour Preferred• 700 Series Coverstock: S70 Solid• Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric RG: 2.54 (15lb) • Differential: 0.048 (15lb) • Int. Diff: 0.012 (15lb) Tester Axis Tilt = 12° • Testers Rev Rate = 325 Tester PAP = 5 1/8 R, 1/2 D • Tester Axis Tilt = 12° •Testers Rev Rate = 325 Layout = 4 x 4 x 2 • 45 x 4 x 35 Test Pattern = 42' THS • Modified, Kegel Stone Street 900 Global strikes again with the release of the new Honey Badger Intensity. From the proven Grapnel 2.0 Core to the addition of theS70 Solid coverstock, the Honey Badger Intensity elevates the Honey Badger Line to yet another impressive 900 Global level! Let's take a look at this THS review! The Grapnel 2.0 Core proved itself quite nicely with the Honey Badger Revival, yet it amplifies its success even more with the Honey Badger Intensity. I believe this cover/core combination actually gives the Grapnel 2.0 a more pronounced and distinct motion than the Revival. On fresh oil, rolling straight up (7-8) it was comforting to see the Grapnel 2.0 retain its energy going down lane and still have a crisp, sharp turn off the pattern. Being a higher speed/lower rev rate player, I like how the Grapnel 2.0 doesn't "rev up" too early or "stand up" too late but rather gives me a more "balanced" motion of both. If you're like me with a slower rev rate, you can count on the Grapnel 2.0 to carry when you're rolling inside (15-17) and you wish you had that little extra hand to put in the ball! The S70 Solid coverstock to me is what makes the Intensity the ball of choice in the Honey Badger line. The S70 cover reads and blends multiple THS conditions quite well! On fresh oil, the S70 took charge through heads and had a smooth definitive motion when it saw friction! When I pulled a few shots left into heavy oil the S70 became my best friend because it maintained a heavy bite up front and still reacted smoothly off the pattern. That smooth and definitive motion continued to hold true throughout the night, even as the conditions broke down. The S70 blended the wet/dry cleanly without having that "jump" when it went into the roll phase. Even after spares with plastic and urethane that always leave a mess, the S70 kept on rolling evenly and consistently. The 4000 box surface worked well, however, being a speed dominant player, I changed the surface to 2000 and found for my style it gave me the best overall look regardless of the lane conditions. In conclusion, the Honey Badger Intensity can be a dangerous weapon for a THS bowler like me. Don't let the moderate price fool you! The Honey Badger Intensity has a definite place in the arsenal of many seasoned THS bowlers and is great for those simply looking to improve their game! For parents on a tighter budget who want to help their child step up their game, the Honey Badger Intensity is a smart choice! See your local pro-shop operator today and elevate your game! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, Pa

900 Global Honey Badger Intensity Layout: 4 1/2 x 4 x 2 Rev Rate: 325 rpm, 7 degree of axis tilt, 40 degree of axis rotation Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume) Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane The 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity utilizes the S70 coverstock with the Grapnel 2.0 core. We compared the HB Intensity to the Reality. The HB Intensity was a touch sooner than the Reality and a little less responsive on the back end, which is a good thing. You don't want all your bowling balls rolling the same. The HB Intensity is 900 Global's version of the Roto Grip Rubicon and the Storm Incite. The HB Intensity is a lower-end asymmetrical ball. The intent was to take the place of those symmetrical balls with a low weight hole. The HB Intensity is smoother than the Rubicon. I am looking forward to getting more games on this ball. Visit your local Storm VIP Pro Shop! #Stormnation #SquadRG

900 Global Honey Badger Intensity Ball Review by PJ Haggerty One of the newest additions to the 900 Global line is the Honey Badger Intensity and it's a perfect addition to the line. After drilling the Intensity and seeing it used on multiple patterns, I've become a big fan. The S70 Solid Cover increases the response time, specifically on heavier volume patterns. With an RG of 2.54 and differential of .048, the Intensity compliments the Reality, Proton Physix, and Dark Code really nicely. The difference I see with the Intensity is that it's cleaner than the high performance balls, but still dig through the mid-lane and continue through the pins extremely well. I've drilled one Intensity so far and really like it. It's mapped out as 5 x 4 x 75. This puts the pin above my bridge and the mass bias right next to my thumb. Also, I left the box surface alone, and it rolls great. Typically on heavier volume patterns, most players are using a ton of surface on balls, which will eventually burn up. Once those balls run out of gas, this Intensity is a perfect ball to go to because the RG helps store energy and continue the response time you're looking for. Go drill one!

The Honey Badger Intensity for me is a piece in the bag I didn't know I needed. For this Solid, I took and put a tall pin on it, roughly 2.5 inches above my bridge. This created for me a shape that was ultimately rolly and continuous, that allowed me to be able to migrate left when the pattern allowed it as well as be able to play straight and control my angles on flatter patterns. My stats are 17.5/18mph ball speed, 480 rev rate, and PAP of 4 3/4 over and 1/2 up. I bowl weekly on anything from house, to leftovers, to sport and the one common denominator with this ball is that it doesn't give up off the end of the pattern even with user error. This ball is one of the more versatile in my traveling 9 ball arsenal amongst the following: Reality, Zen, (Intensity), Phaze 2, C4, Hyroad Pearl, Black Ops, Fast Pitch, 900 Global Spare Ball. I find that I am able to get into my intensity most often on fresh house, flatter ratio oil patterns, and when I have to move left and fight carry down and I need something to pick up a be just a smidge quick than symmetrical bowling balls. For me, I keep this clean and will touch with 3000 here and there, but love the motion and ball roll when I let this ball lane shine.

Layout: 60 x 4 ¾ x 40 The motion similarity between the Honey Badger Intensity and the preceding Honey Badger Revival is uncanny – a controllable mid lane and back end reaction, with the only difference being the Revival is at home on medium lane conditions, and the Intensity feasts upon medium-heavy conditions. It is still fairly easy through the front of the lane, but digs in with authority in the midlane. I would not put it on the traction level of the Reality or Proton Physix; I think it rests just below the Incite. That places it in a great position where it could be the strongest ball in most league bowler's bag. Mike LeViner

Global Honey Badger Intensity Ball Specs: Cover stock S70 Solid Reactive Grapnel 2.0 Core (Asymmetrical) Color Pink / Blue Navy Finish 4000 Sanded Bowler Specs: Right Hand. PAP 5" Over 1/2 up Rev Rate 300. Tilt 20. Rotation 50. Speed at cameras 15.5 Review: These new Global balls have really impressed me. I have liked every Global Ball I have rolled so far. The Intensity is no exception. The H.B Intensity does not hook as much as I expected but gives a nice roll through the front of the lane with a predictable move on the back end. I would consider it a medium –medium plus oil ball. The intensity fits under my Reality in hook and it is easy to ball down to it when the Reality is reading too early. I don't feel the Mass Bias is too strong in this ball. It reminds me of the Rubicon balls in the Roto line as far as the Mass Bias letting the ball go a bit further down the lane. I did not drill my Intensity too strong but I have loaded them up for some customers moving the M.B close to the VAL and the ball still gets down the lane and doesn't burn up. Once you line up with the Intensity you can stay with it a long time. This ball takes full advantage of any pattern with a shim also. I have had my best luck going up the boards just right of the heavier oil shim line. The Intensity does a good job of balancing power and control. Summary: The Honey Badger Intensity balances power and control. The Ball reads the patterns very well. This is a very good all-around ball. Glenn Wendel PBA Member Storm Pro Shop Staff gwendel@comcast.net www.stormbowling.com Video link: https://youtu.be/WBxl70p_xzw

Can you say MASSIVE ANGLE?! 900 Global introduces the newest addition to the badger line, the Honey Badger Intensity. A solid, asymmetrical honey badger that doesn't have a problem turning the corner. I was really surprised by how much this ball hooked out of the box. For me, the new Honey Badger fits right under the Reality. When the Reality becomes a little slow off the spot and starts to lose it's energy and you still need that stronger piece for heavy volume or longer patterns, the Intensity is the ball to go to. This ball has no problem clearing the front part of the lane and the midlane; but you really see this ball make a turn at the end of the pattern. If you're looking for maximum angle in a strong asymmetrical ball, look no further, this is the ball for you. Go get yours at your local storm VIP Pro shop.

I waited a while on this review because I wanted to be able to throw this ball on a lot of conditions. At first toss, this ball blew my mind and I didnt want to jump the gun on how much I loved it right away. I have been able to throw it in 4 different centers on all different lengths and volumes and I have yet to fall out of love with this ball. The HB Intensity gives me something I have desired in a heavy to medium oil ball for years. This rolls very strong through the mid lane and seems to see the patterns earlier than the other balls in the HB line but still gives me amazing angle and drive though the back of the pin deck. One thing I am always looking for in a bowling ball is energy through the pins and as many of you know dull covers can many times get lazy down lane even when they hook a lot. The HB Intensity is far from lazy. That HB back end we all have grown to love with the mid lane predictability that allows us to feel confident and comfortable on most all conditions. Recovery for the HB intensity has been a surprise as well due to so many heavier oil balls not always having that. I will honestly say it will be hard to find a bowler that wouldn't appreciate this ball in their bag. The Intensity is about 4 boards weaker than the Reality for me but about 2 boards stronger than the Zen as well as 3 boards stronger than the UC2. The HB Intensity gives the best combo or midlane roll and drive on the back of all the balls I have mentioned. This ball has truly been Purposely Engineered for bowlers of all skill levels.

The Honey Badger Intensity is the newest to the HB family. This ball uses the S70 Solid cover wrapped around the Grapnel 2.0 core. I use my standard layout for this one: 50x5x30 or 5x4x2. My biggest take aways is that its not as strong as I originally thought that it was going to be. Which isn't a bad thing. It definitely doesn't roll like a bigger Asym., as a matter of fact it rolls more like a stronger symmetrical ball. You can be deeper with this one and use bigger angles on the lane because it doesn't lock up and go forward like some of the bigger Asyms. like to do. The ball actually has a similar motion to the RST-X1, but it revs much easier. Its a good medium piece that is seeing a lot of action here! Other balls in heavy rotation: Zen- 50x5x30 (pin up) Zen- 50x4.25x65 (pin down at 2,000) Rubicon UC2- 40x5x30 (pin up at 3,000)

900 Global Honey Badger Intensity - S70 hybrid coverstock with the Grapnel 2.0 Core - 4000ab grit factory finish layout - 70 x 1 1/2 x 60 The Honey Badger Intensity really has dug it's claws into me, (see what I did there)! Finally got to the one of the newest legendary bowling ball cores. The Grapnel 2.0 core proves once again to add length and great traction down lane that the Honey Badger line has produced in the past. With now adding the S70 hybrid cover stock onto this core has given the HB Intensity a totally different look that the HB line in the past did not have. I noticed with this ball the motion is similar to a Roto Grip Idol solid with a similar layout, the Intensity went a tick longer off of the pattern with just a slightly stronger angle entering pocket. Great ball for any condition and any type of bowler. this ball is INTENSEity... Kuddos to Bret Bowlers' Supply, Inc and Vise Inserts for their patience and assistance to help me learn the sport I love so much better... #SquadRG #3Gshoes

Ball Specs: 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity Cover: 4000 S70™ Solid Reactive Core: Grapnel 2.0™ Core (Asymmetrical) Color: Pink/Navy Blue Review: The Honey Badger Intensity really lives up to the popularity of the Honey Badger Line. Looking like a baby 900 Global Reality, the HB Intensity is a great ball down choice after starting a block with a strong solid before moving to a hybrid or pearl cover. This ball is very smooth and packs a lot of hook potential if you are a HB line lover. Compared to my HB Revival, the Intensity is stronger and a hooks a little sooner. This ball will fit well between my Proton Physix/Reality and my other HB line pieces. Kyle & Joel Johnson 900 Global Pro Shop Staffers joel@parklanes.net kyle@parklanes.net www.900Global.com #GoGlobal

Honey Badger Intensity The Honey Badger Intensity features the solid S70 cover and the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core. I drilled mine 45x4x30 and I can see why the HB line has been so popular over the years. The HB Intensity rolls great, it's a heavy-rolling, medium-response asymmetric ball. I see the Honey Badger Intensity being a benchmark ball for many, if you are a high rev or low ball speed bowler this ball may hold a more aggressive spot in your bag.

Cover: S70 Solid 4000 Abralon Finish Core: Aeroflo RG: 2.54 Dif:0.048 PSA: 0.012 PAP: 5 ¾" x 1" UP Style: Stroker, more Speed Dominate What can I say but WOW! This ball is strong I was surprised how much this ball hooked the first time I through in on a fresh 42-foot house shot. I drilled this with my normal layout 55 x 4 x 30 (4 x 5 ½ x 1 close to those numbers) which puts the pin kicked out t to the right of my ring finger and the PSA about 1-2 inches away from my thumb. I really like how smooth this ball is and it is a bit earlier than I expected, it picks up down lane and has good continuation through the pins. This ball forced me to move at least 6-7 boards in from my normal starting position. I was standing on 25 to get the ball to come into the pocket. I have since brought the surface down to 2000 due to my ball speed. This compared to the Reality is for me almost as strong bit s little earlier yet still has the same ball smooth ball motion. The HB is a keeper for me for sure. There have been a couple of times in the past week where the conditions were as such that I wished I had the HD with me. If your looking for a strong smooth controllable ball, the HB Intensity is definitely a ball to considered on them little longer fresher oil patterns. A great addition to the Honey Badger lineup.

Orientation: Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 RPM Speed: 16-17 MPH PAP: 4 ½ over and ½ up Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO Pattern: High Volume THS VLS Layout: 5 x 4 x 2 1/2 Dual Angle Layout: 50 x 5 x 40 I loved the Honey Badger Revival, but it was too clean at times. The Honey Badger Intensity is the solid version of the Revival and solves that problem. It's early enough to use on the fresh and a little more oil and gives that same great HB Revival shape on the back. If you wanted an early version of the HB Revival, the HB Intensity is it!

Honey Badger Intensity Coverstock: S70 Solid Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric RG: 2.54 Differential: 0.048 Int Diff: 0.012 Layout: 60 x 5 x 70 Tester: PAP 5 1/2 R, 1 1/2 D The Honey Badger Intensity features the S70 coverstock that has bowlers enjoying having a solid Honey Badger in the arsenal. This one works well for league night where you want to open up the lane after some transition occurs. The Intensity on the fresh THS was a tad over/under for me and kept me right of my comfort zone and when I moved in, not quite enough ball to turn the corner. However, after some transition took place the Honey Badger Intensity definitely found its groove. For this review, I compared the Intensity to one of my favorite balls, the Honey Badger Claw. The big difference I noticed right away was that when the lanes were fresh the Claw provided the control I desire, but quickly smoothed out. Although the Claw continued to carry well, it did not quite go through the pins as I desired. The Intensity simply got better as lane play continued on. The Badger line has been very popular and continues to be staple in the 900 Global line-up. I'm looking forward to getting more play on the Honey Badger Intensity. The strength of this ball will definitely be in transition and it may find a great spot in the bag when some pearl pieces will simply be to much hockey stick motion. Grab the all new 900 Global Intensity today! Also, be sure to checkout all the other great offerings from 900 Global, which specifically has focused on some great new options and ball motions that bowlers have been looking for in the bag. Michael Slatky 900 Global Staff Member York, PA

introducing the newest addition to the Honey Badger line is the brand new 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity! This ball features the S70 Solid Reactive Coverstock wrapped around the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core! This ball for me is a little less than the Reality and, more than the Honey Badger Revival. Like the Reality, the Honey Badger Intensity is a smooth controllable motion for heavier lane conditions whereas the Revival is cleaner and, more responsive down lane. The Intensity and, Revival would make a good 1-2 punch for anyone.

Being New to 900global i had to drill up a badger to see if it would live up to the hype. This ball/line is everything it was made out to be. Its not all talk this ball is something special. This ball is one of my new all time favorites, for being a smaller asymmetric core really gets through the middle part of the lane and has a ton of pop off the spot. If you're looking to branch out and try a 900global ball i highly recommend this ball. Get to your local pro shop and pick one of these up, you don't want to sleep on this ball.

LANE CONDITION Length: 40' Volume: 10:1 Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS COMMENTS Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Coverstock: S70 Solid Reactive RG: 2.54 (15# ball) Differential: 0.045 (15# ball) Finish: 4000 Abralon Layout: 40 x 4 7/8 x 15 PAP: 4 7/8 over 3/4" up RH REVRATE: 300 @ 16mph Review: 20+ games New addition to the Tour Preferred 700 Series is the solid cover HB Intensity. Impressive, Benchmark ball with the ability to handle multiple conditions except extreme heavy/dry. 70S cover adapts to cover changes depending on your style and oil pattern. Mine is still in box condition. i have used the HB exclusively in league only over the last month and would consider this release an A+ on THS. Much smoother rounded shape compared to my HB Revival. Not as strong as the Reality (weaker MB) without sacrificing carry. Any style of bowler will be able to play numerous angles though out league and tournament conditions. Support your local Proshops and get one today 900 Global Staff Ambassador #GoGlobal #StrikingWorldwide #StormNation #12InARowProshop

HB intensity has a really unique shape for a heavier volume ball. Kind of a skid flip on higher volume patterns allowing you to play different angles for longer. It tends not to hook to early when the pattern starts to break down which allows me to stay with this ball longer. I think this ball would be a great step down from the reality when it gets to be to be to much. Think this HB is going to be great ball on a verity of patterns allowing this to be a great choice for your tournament bag. You also can't beat that price point !!!

900 Global's Honey Badger Intensity continues the same legendary shape and performance from the rest of the HB series. This iteration combines the strong-but-controlled S70 Solid reactive coverstock at a 4000-grit surface with the Grapnel 2.0 asymmetric core, which combines mild asymmetry with a medium-level RG (2.54 RG, 0.048 diff, 0.012 int diff in 15#) to give you some tunability and punch without the restrictions of aggressive, highly asymmetric cores. This package gives a big-ball feel without needing a flood of oil to be able to use it - if you're in something like an !Q Tour Solid but need just a bit of extra giddyup in the midlane, this will fit the bill perfectly.