Motiv Forge Bowling Ball

By Alex Wagner From Akron, OH About Me Motiv Staff, Turbo Staff - Perfect Fit Pro Shop Forge ReviewI had high expectations for this ball as I was looking for a heavier symmetric solid to add to my arsenal for fresh house or tournament shots. This ball did not let me down allowing me to move in and roll the mid lane friction to create an arc shape entry to get a different look at the pocket. So smooth yet strong and predictable. I would put this ball up against any similar choice on the market and watch it chew up the competition.I would recommend this to a friend

MOTIV FORGE This ball comes with the DETONATOR Core and is wrapped in the COERCION HFS cover stock. With 3,000 LSS and a 2.47 RG along with .055 Diff., this ball is smooth and continuous throughout the entire lane. This ball is great for all styles and all types of bowlers, I have witnessed this first hand from bowling in a local tournament recently. This ball gets through the carry down and transition issues we all face, but still hits with a ton of power to carry the corner pins. This combined with the all new GOLDEN JACKAL is a great 1-2 combination and you will not be disappointed with your results. KYE SHIPLEY MOTIV STAFF

So I recently received my Motiv forge a week ago and let me tell you it's exactly as its described in the videos and literature. It's very strong Maybe a board or 2 weaker than my jackal gold. But its much early and often. Meaning it reads the earlier part of the pattern and blends the pattern down lane. So if you are bowling on something where you need some control from a big hooking ball or bowling on a cliffed house shot this ball is exactly what you are looking for!

Review: The Forge is the latest release from MOTIV Bowling. The Forge is the strongest symmetrical bowling ball ever created by MOTIV and also one of the best. The Forge replaces the revolt line with a brand new core and cover stock the MOTIV fans will absolutely love. The Forge brings together the New Detonator core which gives the Forge a low RG and high diff to create easier revs and high flares. Combining the new Detonator core is the new Coericon HFS cover stock that provides high traction, as well as a smooth response to friction on heavier oil conditions. You won't go wrong with the Forge by MOTIV Bowling. Weight Block Detonator Cover Stock Coericon HFS Finish 3000 Grit LSS Comments: I absolutely loved the Revolt line. That line brought me so much success but on house and tournament conditions and lie most was upset that MOTIV as replacing that line. However, my sadness quickly went away throwing the Forge. The shape that the Forge gave me was something that I have never seen in a strong symmetrical. Usually something this strong will lose energy therefore won't be able to throw this piece on house but that's not the case. The Forge is the first ball out of my bag and I have sold a lot of them mainly because of the slower response off of friction therefore the retainable energy through the pins I can throw this on any condition and have the confidence to have success. Higher rev players will love this piece on both house and sport because of this and lower rev, lower speed bowlers will love the Forge as well because if that as well. It's all around a wonderful piece from MOTIV. I recommend this bowling ball for all types of bowlers. MOTIV Staff Player, John Robertson www.motivbowling.com

Motiv Forge ! Small meaning making a shape the Forge is great smooth reacting Motiv Bowling Ball. That gives me as player ball to use on medium to heavy conditions to smooth oil pattern out down lane. I drilled my Forge 45x3 ½ x45 which gave me even shape down lane and easy way to make adjustments. Even though Motiv Forge rolls smooth down lane it has lot left on backin and powers through pins. It great ball for medium to oily lane condition and very smooth. Again must have for any novice bowler who loves the Motiv Brand altogether great ball. Jarvis Greene Motiv Staff Member Bowlers Discount Pro Shop Normandy Lanes 8419 Baltimore National Pike Ellicott City Maryland, 21043 Phone 410-480-4311

Layout: 55 x 5" x 25 From the ashes of the Revolts, a new heavy-oil symmetric ball has been born into the MOTIV lineup: the Forge. If the Jackal and Villain asymmetric lines are acting too violently on the conditions you are bowling on, this ball is the go-to complement to pick up. Sporting new technology all around (Detonator core at 2.47RG, .055Diff and Coercion HFS coverstock finished at 3000LSS), the predictability and control this ball shows fits into the top end of the current line up quite well. Since this ball is meant to provide traction in the oil and provide a slower (read: more controllable) reaction at the breakpoint, I put a higher-pin layout on it to help it get through the heads and respond a little quicker at the friction; I felt this was also necessary as I typically do not see true heavy-oil patterns very often. I must say, I have been quite impressed with the versatility the Forge has given me so far. While it does give me predictability on fresh patterns, allowing me to keep my line squared up, it also has the ability to open the lane up more than expected. On a typical league night I can start with a laydown of 14, crossing at 12, and not have to ball down (currently to a T10) until my angle is around 23-17, a full nine and five left. Balls of this nature in the past usually have me putting them away as the transition hits, or after game one, but the wider range in which this Forge carries allows me to get well into, if not through, game two. Even with this steeper angle the ball does not jerk once it hits the dry, it just makes its smooth-shaped motion and continues left through to the pit. There is a distinct advantage in having a ball in your hand that reads the transition well but also gets you through it until you can pick up a cleaner, faster responding piece and take a step left to bank off the dry. The best way I can summarize the Forge is to call it a higher-end benchmark ball. While stronger than a traditional benchmark, the way it reads the lane and the versatility it shows from various zones gives it every indicator to be titled as such. Trent Overbey In the Zone Pro Shop MOTIV Staff www.motivbowling.com

Ball Specs: Motiv Forge HFS – High Friction Solid 3000 Grit LSS Symmetric Core Layout 60 x 4-1/4 x 50 Bowler Specs: Right Hand. PAP 4-3/4 Over 1/4 Up Rev Rate 250. Tilt 20. Rotation 50. Speed off hand 18 Review: The Forge is another big hooking ball in the Motiv line. This ball is a bit different than previous hook monsters because it has a symmetric core. Most balls we have seen that can handle oil this well have been asymmetric. Symmetric cores, in my opinion allow you to stay in an area longer and when you move the moves are not as big. When I first rolled the Forge I was very surprised because it hooked more than my Original Villain. The Forge is between the Abyss and Original Villain for me. The Forge has a very strong cover, Coercion HFS that bites early and maintains exceptional drive through the pins. The Forge is 3000 Laser Scan Sanded out of the box which I think is a nice match. The ball can be surface adjusted easily if required. The Forge has a similar motion to my Forza SS but is much more overall and delivers more drive through the pocket. The roll also reminds me of the Idol Solid by Roto which has been a great tournament ball for many bowlers. I have to believe the Forge is a bit stronger from what I have seen. The Forges I have drilled for the bowlers in my area have been a hit. I am very pleased with the reactions so far. Speed dominated bowlers or those who need more hook with forgiveness are really enjoying this ball. I have had the opportunity to use my Forge on many patterns and it matches up to all but the dryer ones for me. I can see this getting a lot if use when I need a strong predictable hook. Summary: The Forge is a big hooking Symmetric addition to the line. The ball looks great and cleans up easily. The Forge rolls heavy and is predictable. The Forge will be a great choice when the Abyss is just too much. The drive through the pins with the Forge is very strong. Glenn Wendel PBA Member Motiv Staff Turbo Staff www.motivbowlng.com https://youtu.be/5PE7zzBaJcQ

When the term 'forge' is used to describe an object, we picture fire, and glowing metal being hammered into a fierce weapon of war. Although this new piece from MOTIV may not be made of steel and created in fire, it was born from the very metaphoric fires that gave us the Revolt. The MOTIV Forge revives the strength we saw with the original Revolt product line with smooth ball motion and made it that much stronger. The Forge introduces us to a brand-new core in the Detonator weight block, which is then in cased in the Reverb outer core. The combination of these two alone provides the wielder massive flare potential in powerful hitting strength. MOTIV then ups the ante with the Coercion HFS cover stock, one of the strongest cover stock they have ever developed. This cover stock provides us with great traction through heavy oil, smooth ball motion but still possessing the well-known MOTIV continuation. Casual and competitive bowlers alike will have no difficulty finding a place in their bag for the Forge. The original Revolt, to this day, has been one of the greatest pieces I have ever thrown, and that is not just limited to MOTIV equipment, that is in entire bowling career. The versatility I saw with the Revolt with my game was just astonishing to say the least. The Forge, I feel, successfully recreates this same trait. This piece is as advertised, I find myself starting every league night with the Forge. Although it is intended for heavier oil patterns, the core and cover stock combination lends itself to your typical house shot given its strength but impressive control. The beauty of the strength the Forge offers is that, if you are faced with the heavier house shots or modified house shots, you'll just need to simply shift yourself to your right for a right hander or left for those lefties out there like myself. The control alone speaks volumes for this piece, it can allow to keep the lane in front of you as long as you possibly can. Ryan Wyandt MOTIV Staff Member West Lawn, PA rwyandt869@gmail.com Follow me on Twitter: @rwyandt869

The Motiv Forge is the strongest symmetrical ball Motiv has ever made. It features the new Detonator core and the Coercion HFS cover which is a modified version of what is used on the Jackal line. I did not have a chance to throw the Revolt line, but was really excited to punch the Forge out. I drilled mine with the pin above the bridge and left the cover at box finish, 3000 Grit LSS. I brought my Villain Scorn and T10 out to compare with the Forge. Review: I generally play more down and in around the track. I tested the Forge on a fresh house shot. Right off the press I threw the first 6 before leaving a 4 pin. My first impression was no matter how far I got it out, the Forge always found its way to the pocket. I kept moving left to see how well the Forge would do in oil. The Forge creates so much room for error for me. When compared to my Villain Scorn, the Scorn definitely is longer and quicker off the spot. I see a similar motion from my T10, but the Forge covers more boards overall. I feel this would be a great ball for those looking for a symmetrical option when playing in the oil. The balls that make the cut to be in my bag are those I feel I can use on multiple conditions. The Forge is one of those balls. When the Abyss is too much ball, the Forge will fit nicely and keep you in the same general area. This would make a great ball for league to start and maybe ball down to a Venom Shock or T10 later in the night. Adam Yoshii MOTIV Bowling & VISE Inserts Staff Member Just Bowling Pro Shop

For a bigger ball I was nervous this ball would be to much ball overall. I have a med ball speed with a Higher rev rate so usually Med-High solids end up being early but still being a ton down lane for me so I end up polishing them to tame them down a little. With the Forge I left at box surface though. The ball was amazing it read the front part of the lane but still stayed continuous down lane. I had some miss right and left where the ball didn't over react which I was happy to see. It ended up blending the house pattern very well. Definitely see it being my Bench mark ball to start most days with. After about 5 games and a little carry down I was able to move a couple boards right with my feet and stay firm with my release and keep the ball in play for a couple more games. Overall was really Excited for this piece and it definitely exceeded my expectations!

This ball is a brand new design into the MOTIV line of bowling balls. The MOTIV Forge is the strongest symmetrical ball ever created by MOTIV and features the brand new Detonator weight block in combination with one of the strongest covers ever developed by MOTIV, the Coercion HFS cover stock. The Detonator core provides a low RG and high differential to create easy revs and massive amounts of flare. The Reverb outer core material surrounds the Detonator core to provide explosive hitting power. The Forge is built for a smooth motion on medium-heavy oil conditions. Creating impressive control and outstanding continuation. It will be a great fit in your bag on medium to heavy oil. By merging the a high differential with a low RG, the Forge creates maximum track flare providing traction in the heavy oil, a smooth response to friction, and outstanding continuation . The Forge will become that ball you can count on when you need the ball blend the pattern, store it's energy and continue through the pin deck. My Forge is laid out pin up (above my ring finger), the cg very slightly shifted to the right (no extra hole). This ball has already found a place in my bag and drives through the pins with easy from any angle. If you are looking for that go to ball that will smooth out the pattern, not hook at your toes, provides control, has continuation and awesome hitting power. Look no further, you've found it. Craig Auerbach MOTIV Staff Member Florida

Motiv's new Forge! This ball is our strongest symmetrical ball ever and I can really attest to that! I really appreciate how smooth and strong this ball is. It features the brand new Detonator weight block and the Coerceion shell, providing low RG/high diff and massive flare. This ball is outstanding when you need something strong and controllable. I use this on medium patterns or when high volume patterns dry up a little and the big asymmetrical balls are too much. Order yours today! #getMOTIVateD MOTIV Staffer Tyler Lewis

Motiv Bowling introduces the Forge. Featuring a brand new core, the Detonator Core, wrapped with the Coercion HFS(High Friction Solid) coverstock, the Forge is a very strong and continuous symmetrical ball. As I started to throw this ball, I could immediately see how this ball is compared to the Revolt Havoc. It provides that same smooth, consistent shape that fans of the Havoc will remember. It is clean through the heads but gets into a very heavy mid lane roll. The difference between the two balls is noticeable however. This ball clearly has more down lane then my Havoc ever did. Where my Havoc had a tendency to flat 10 this ball rips through the pocket. This is a ball I can see me using once my Trident Abyss starts losing energy. On sport/tournament patterns this ball will really help you control the lane front to back without having to open up your angles too much. Matt Rayner Motiv Staff Member

The MOTIV Forge is a high-end big-bending symmetric ball. The thing I liked most about the Forge is how it never seems to quit. It never loses energy. It never rolls out. The core on this ball is a great match to the coverstock, which is strong but not overpowering. This ball will grab in the oil, but not so much that you can't find a line to use it on. It's also very friendly towards drill patterns, versatility and coverstock changes. I think you can tailor this ball to be whatever you need it to be, and that's a rare find in this day and age of super-specialized bowling equipment. Even with the strong nature of this ball, don't be surprised to find it's the first ball out of your bag on all but the driest conditions. I can't imagine there are many styles out there, if any, that wouldn't have a place for a Forge in their bag. I've made a YouTube review video for this ball, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6QXR3bs6_U

Motiv Bowling introduces the new Forge. The Forge will be replacing the iconic Revolt series and this series already is looking like it will not disappoint. Featuring a new core, the Detonator Core, wrapped with the Coercion HFS coverstock, the Forge is a piece that you'll find very strong and continuous. I feel like this ball will be perfect to blend out the "Wet/Dry" effect that league bowlers experience halfway through their league competition. When the lanes start to transition and you hve to start moving left or right, depending on which hand you throw it with, the Forge would be the perfect option to blend out that issue. When it comes to outside tournaments and PBA Events, I can see myself having this ball out of my bag first because of how strong and controllable this ball is for me. Perfect option on the fresh and probably the beginning stages of transition. Get yours 1/14/19!

By Bryan Ramsey From Phillipsburg, NJ Motiv Staff Member Forge is awesome, play with a little fire Motiv's new Forge is a perfect blend of smooth and power. When your Abyss is to much or your Forza SS isn't quite making the move, this piece is the perfect ball to fit in between those two. It really allows me to open up the lane and the versatility it showed me was incredible, I was able to slide right and also hold pocket. The combination of the new Detonator core with the Coercion cover is one that will quickly become a staple of any bowlers arsenal. Do yourself a favor and scoop one of these up, don't miss out on this new Motiv monster. Can't wait to see what's yet to come in this new forge line. #Playwithsomefire #Motivbowling I would recommend this to a friend