The TNT for me has been on Dynamite ball! It is perfect on just about any condition imaginable as long as there is some oil. On the shorter patterns it is smooth and round enough to be a nice piece to use if a Pitch Black isn’t in play. But it also provides plenty of dig when you need it for the longer patterns. It’s even really good at blending the back end on the trouble some 40ft patterns! I have also found some good success with it on a few different house shots as well. This ball is fantastic at blending cliffs left to right! If you are looking for a slightly stronger benchmark ball then look no further than the TNT!

Roto Grip TNT Layout: 4x4x4 Pin Down Bowlers PAP: 4 13/16” Over 11/16” Up Rev Rate 400 Rpm First Impressions: I recently had the opportunity to try out the Roto Grip TNT bowling ball, and I must say, it exceeded my expectations in every way. This ball truly delivers when it comes to power and versatility on the lanes. First and foremost, the TNT offers impressive hook potential. The ball’s dynamic core combined with the eTrax™ PLUS Solid Cover-stock creates a strong arc/rolling backend reaction that’s perfect for medium-heavy to heavy oil conditions. It’s capable of generating a strong and controlled hook, providing a substantial boost to my overall performance. What impressed me the most about the TNT is its versatility, The strong mid-lane read and continuous backend motion gave me the confidence to adjust my line without worrying about losing control. Another notable aspect is the ball’s hitting power. The Roto Grip TNT consistently carried through the pins with authority, resulting in improved pin carry and higher scores. It felt satisfying to see those pins scatter and knock down with precision at the same time keeping the pins low, increasing carry percentage. Additionally, the TNT’s overall build quality is excellent. The ball feels solid in hand and offers a comfortable and predictable release. The vibrant color scheme is visually appealing, making it stand out on the racks and adding a touch of style to my game. In conclusion, the Roto Grip TNT bowling ball is a top-notch performer. With its impressive power, versatility, and exceptional hitting power, it has quickly become a favorite in my arsenal. Whether you’re a competitive bowler or a casual player looking to step up your game, the TNT is worth considering. Give it a try, and you won’t be disappointed!

This is the ball to use for bowlers with a lot of axis tilt and axis rotation. For more info on your bowling style see your Pro Shop Operator to see if your release fits into that category. The cover and surface are very early It also loves oil and smaller angles to the break point. For some the ball rolled well with a shiny finish and with layouts using a larger pin buffer. (3 ½ or more). I like the ball, it has a specific purpose, but the more I use it, the more I see its potential. It has a similar shape to a Phaze 2 on the lanes, but I would use it as its own ball and not a replacement for a Phaze 2. After drilling a couple for myself I have used weaker layouts on the TNT and saw a much better response to friction.

The newest ball in the Roto Grip H3 Line. Very bright Red/Orange colors which is great shelf appeal. The new Roto Grip TNT features an all-new coverstock, the eTrax plus solid coverstock. I drilled mine 4 1/4 x 3 x 2 and added Storm Step 2 compound. I actually shot 300 right of the press in my Thursday night league. The TNT is a little early and rolly ball motion. The TNT reminds a little of the RG Haywire which is my all time favorite RG ball. Great benchmark ball and a ball that really shines when going up the lane. If you looking for this ball to hockey stick or or backend hard this is not your ball. Storm has a good selection of those. I also was able to use the TNT at Reno Team Event with great success (740), as slower response ball was perfect for Nationals. So TNT is also good for the flatter patterns and the ones you need control. Great addition to the RG line! Brian Watson Storm Pro Shop Staff PAP - 3 7/8 up 1 1/4 Speed - 17 RPM - 400 Tilt - 17

I am a higher speed, rev challenged 220-250ish, high tilt, high rotation, and super low track player, I drilled my Roto Grip TNT 5x3x2 using the Storm VLS and my axis point is 3 ¼ right and 7/8 up. The Roto Grip TNT has definitely become one of my newer favorite release, especially for sport shots. The Roto Grip TNT is a perfect new addition to my arsenal because it is strong and early rolling solid that has a smooth transition that allows me to play straighter angles. My YouTube video of the ball can be found at: https://youtu.be/6YSkcliFKyM #sm2proshop #SquadRG

Roto Grip TNT Coverstock: eTrax PLUS Solid Core: Torpex Factory Finish: 2000-grit Abralon Layout: 3.5 x 6 x 3 The TNT is Roto Grip’s new HP3 ball with the Torpex Core and ETrax Plus Solid coverstock. The HP3 line is the birthplace of the Idol so the TNT has a lot to live up to. After watching some videos of the TNT before I drilled it, I saw a really strong ball that definitely appeared early and on the rounder side of reactions. I did not use a standard layout for my TNT. I put the pin in my ring finger for a 3.5 x 6 x 3 layout to try to take advantage of the characteristics of the ball. My TNT reads the lane pretty early and definitely has more of a slow, arching motion that will be great when control and stability are required. I can’t open my angles up much with the TNT in its out of box surface, but if i keep angles a bit more closed and square, it hits like a tank. Compared to balls in the Roto Grip line like the Idol Cosmos and Exotic Gem, the TNT is much more slow and controlled with the Cosmos and Exotic being more responsive. In summary, the TNT is a unique ball. It isn’t going to wow you with backend, but it does provide a great purpose in my bag. It blends wet/dry house walls well and it controls flatter patterns because of how slow it is on the lane. The TNT is designed to be a benchmark type reaction. I think mine is a bit strong to be a benchmark ball with my chosen layout, but I feel like it could be for bowlers with lower rev rates and/or higher ball speeds. Chris Freeland Storm Amateur Staff Average Rev Rate 400 Average Speed 18 mph PAP: 4 1/8 over 3/4 up

The TNT from Roto Grip is the latest benchmark ball to fill the bag. Smooth and controllable are the key words with this baseline bowling ball. The TNT is designed to be cleaner than the Idol although when comparing the 2 we saw the Idol get down the lane much easier and continue harder. This could be due to the lane shine and wear of the Idol. If comparing 2 fresh covers we may see the difference of the Idol picking up sooner. The TNT reads very early and will be good for when controlling the pocket is key. Medium to heavy oil, cliffed conditions and taking on shorter patterns the TNT will be an excellent option to have in your bag.

The HP3 line has been a HUGE success from Roto Grip since the beginning. The TNT brings a new core with an successful cover. The Torpex core has an RG of 2.47 and a differential of 0.052 and is wrapped around the eTrax+ Solid cover. I drilled mine 5 x 5 x 3 and I’ve had a lot of success with balls from this line with that drilling and similar level line balls. Balls like the Idol, Zen Master and Idol Pro just to name a few. After throwing my TNT for awhile I know this is going to be a MUST have ball. It’s a touch cleaner than the Zen Master and doesn’t rev up as much. I’ve bowled on multiple patterns and I can’t believe how versatile this ball is. I am able to keep my angles in front of me and when the lanes started to break down and transition this ball allowed me to keep moving in and opening up my angles. Don’t miss out on getting a TNT today !

Cover: eTrax Plus Solid Reactive Core: Torpex Core RG: 2.47 RG . Diff. 0.052 Finish: 2000 Grit Abralon Roto Grip’s new TNT is a Symmetrical Solid piece that is good for Medium Oil conditions. PAP is 5 5/16 R 1 3/16 Up. Rev Rate: 400. Speed: 16.5. Drilled this piece with the Pin up between the fingers and CG kicked out 1” from the palm. Out of Box ball motion started early in the mid’s with a smooth motion on the backend. I changed the Surface with 2000 & 3000 Abralon similar motion through the fronts with more backend motion. I compared this piece with 3 pieces on a Fresh House Shot pattern. The Hustle PBR 4-4 Right was a few feet further down lane with more backend motion. Hustle Camo was 3-3 further right but cleaner through the fronts and sharper backend. And Idol Helios was 2-2 Right with a smoother and a little stronger on the backend. This piece is good for High rev bowlers. Check Out the Ball motion Video on my YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1YD-54pwPGHG4MGrYQjFw”

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: Layout 1: 5 x 4 x 2 ½ (pin above bridge) Layout 2: 4 ½ x 4 x 4 1/8 (pin below bridge) The TNT is a new solid sym from Roto Grip. It features the Etrax Plus Solid, which is a Solid version of the X2 cover. The Core is new too and features a slightly lower RG and same Diff as the Idol. The result is a ball that is strong but still revs up and tips a lot more than you think. I took mine up to 4k on the spinner and let it lane shine a little. It’s still very strong but it gets though the fronts and tips plenty. I have a pin up one that I throw a lot on the fresh and it rolls great and I have a pin down I like almost as much (I had a 21 bagger to start the night with the pin down one). I have the TNT as the strongest overall symmetrical that we make.

TNT • Roto Grip • HP3 Series Core • Torpex Symmetric Core Coverstock • eTrax PLUS Solid • Finish 2000-grit Abralon Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.47 Differential • .052 Layout • 4 x 41/2 x 21/4 Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Testers Rev Rate • 325 Test Pattern • 42’ THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street Roto Grip has delivered an explosive new release with the TNT. And from my first roll with the TNT, it was obvious that Roto Grip heard the needs of down and in players like me. And they responded with a powerful new weapon to keep the THS (typical house shot) bowler in the fight! So, let’s take a closer look at what makes the TNT potent ammunition for your game. The Torpex symmetrical core seriously caught me off-guard! I liked how the Torpex core fights to stand up but does so in such a smooth and continuous roll that I didn’t expect to see the power it unleashes when it strikes the pins! Because of my down and in and low rev style, symmetrical cores tend to roll out and run out of gas as they get to the pocket. That is not the case with the TNT! The Torpex core hits seriously hard and has a continuation that rivals some of my bigger asymmetrical cores balls. And lastly, I thoroughly enjoyed the predictable motion the Torpex delivered for me, shot after shot. Now, let’s talk about the ETRAX Plus Solid coverstock. I found the ETRAX Plus Solid to be a thick oil-absorbing cover without being overly aggressive. And the 2000-grit Abralon surface makes it ideal for THS conditions. Being a straighter player, I liked how the ETRAX Plus found strong traction early in its roll but still allowed the TNT to detonate its power off the pattern. And as the conditions transitioned and headed into game three. I appreciated the ETRAX Plus Solid’s ability to blend the wet/dry and spotty conditions to give me the same smooth look all night. The one caveat I have for the ETRAX Plus Solid is because of its porous and absorbent nature. I would highly suggest keeping it clean. Wipe your TNT between every shot, and use a good cleaner at the end of your league play. Further, have the oil extracted every thirty or so games to keep it fresh and crisp. The ETRAX Plus Solid is a robust solid cover that will last you a very long time with the proper maintenance. In conclusion, Roto Grip has produced a winner with the TNT. I highly recommend the TNT for straighter, high-speed, low-rev players like me. And if you are a weekly league bowler, the TNT will deliver top-tier results at a mid-level price, making it a great “bang” for the buck! So, stop into your local Storm VIP Pro Shop and have your TNT drilled up for tonight’s league! The results will be dynamite! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, PA

TNT Coverstock: etrax PLUS solid with 2000 grit finish Core: Torpex (symmetric) Review: If you are looking for a new benchmark ball, look no further than the TNT. This ball reminds me a lot of the original Idol. I found that the TNT did read a little earlier than the original Idol, but overall I felt that ball was cleaner than the Idol. This ball really likes to move when it hits the lanes. This provides the bowler and opportunity to use this ball on many different conditions, from the typical house shot to the higher volume patterns. Even with how strong this ball was I found that it was very controllable and predictable down lane. Just like the Idol I can see this ball in my bag for a long time, make sure you pick yours up as soon as they are available. Will Tefft Roto Grip Pro Shop Staff Member will@parklanes.net www.rotogrip.com #SquadRG

Smoooooth in a box! First of all, this ball and I did NOT get a long. Being a Pro Shop Owner/Operator, this ball is SUPER useful for some very important customers. My older crowed who has pretty slow ball speed are loving this ball!! I also have some high Rev players who get to play much further right than normal, with this bad boy! I think this ball is a testament to the workers in Utah for catering to all aspects of bowling. I drilled my TNT pin down which accentuated the issue of the ball being longer and smooth. Although I changed surfaces a couple times, I just couldn’t see where this ball really fit into my arsenal on house shots. If you have watched any of the PBA qualifying, you have seen the TNT get a lot of play. I can’t wait for the summer sport shot sweepers that are everywhere, go get some use on shorter patters with this ball! Layout for my TNT is Pin down: 4.5x4.25x3.75 Balls getting a lot of play Infinite Physix: 5x4x2 Eternity: 5x4x2 IQ Ruby: 5x4x2 Phaze4: 5x4x2 Fate: 5x4x2

Ball Specs: Roto Grip TNT Cover: 2000-grit abralon eTrax™ Solid Reactive Weight Block: Torpex™ Core (Symmetrical) Color: Amber/Fire/Blaze Orange Review: This is a great release from Roto Grip. The technical data has benchmark ball written all over it. We drilled this ball with our normal layout: tweener, 350-375 revs, 16.5mph, layout of choice is 4x4x2 (pin is above bridge). This ball compares closely to the Phaze 2, so those of you who love Roto and are looking for that GOAT sort of ball, this fits in perfectly. This ball does like oil, and speed, or a good combination of both to be honest. Slower ball speeds may want to take the cover up to 3000 or 4k to see a little more length. This ball is incredibly continuous and it really does speak to its name when it hits the pins because they do seem to fly different. We see this ball easily being that next ‘house shot killer’ and we expect this bowling ball in a lot of customers hands. Visit your local Pro Shop Operator and ask about the TNT today! Kyle, Joel, & Dean Johnson Roto Grip Pro Shop Staff Members joel@parklanes.net kyle@parklanes.net dean@frontierfuncenter.net www.rotogrip.com #SquadRG

The New Roto Grip TNT is your new benchmark ball. With the eTrax Solid Coverstock, it fits in that Idol and Phaze 2 range. Now when I compared the Phaze 2 to the TNT, the TNT was a lot earlier and smoother off the spot while the Phaze 2 was cleaner and more angular. Definitely see this ball fitting in the bag and recommend this ball to anyone who likes to play a little straighter or to players who throw it harder. Ethan Fiore ⭐PBA Member⭐Roto Grip Staff⭐CoolWick Staff⭐Tournament Director⭐ Right 2 Handed Rev Rate: 500 Speed: 17.5 PAP: 4 1/8 up 7/8

Roto Grip TNT Coverstock: eTrax + Solid Reactive Finish: 2000 Grit Abralon Core: TORPEX (14pd.) RG: 2.54 Differential: 0.051 Layout: 5 x 4 x 4 - 2LS Layout Extras: 2 1/8 Finger Depth, "X" - 4 1/2 D and 1 Inch Left Tester: PAP 6 1/2 R, 1 1/4 D Review: The TNT features the eTrax + solid reactive which makes the TNT distinctive in the Roto Grip line of bowling balls. In comparison to the Helios the TNT is earlier and a tad smoother. However, the TNT provides a touch more length then the Gem. Anything you desire in a ball to create earlier hook and control the TNT is what you are looking for. If you have been following the USBC Open scene the TNT has been a favorite to provide the bowler a nice controlled reaction for the patterns. In addition, at recent SPI MatchMaker events the TNT has grown in popularity for arsenals as a first ball out of the bag. Overall, I feel the oob finish is a tad strong and needs to settle in a bit. Either let the TNT lane shine slightly over a few games or knock the peaks of the surface down a touch with a 3K or 4K pad. Just to note, in my area the lanes tend to be older surfaces and get "sparky" fairly quickly. The TNT has its place as that control piece when you have it set to where you need it. The TNT will work best on medium and higher volume patterns. If your desire is to have control at the end of the pattern the TNT will nail it. Don't hesitate to try out the TNT. Please be sure to visit your favorite pro shop today or https://youtube.com/channel/UC1VA-MgFBo9mIZde-G3T11A for more information. Michael Slatky 900 Global Staff Member York, PA

The Roto Grip TNT is being called possibly the predecessor to the previously released Magenta Idol. It has the eTrax™ PLUS solid coverstock wrapped around the Torpex core. I drilled mine 5x4x2, I am a low track player, 480RPM, 14 degrees of tilt, 55 degrees of axis rotation, average of 16.4MPH. What I saw was actually a surprising amount of easy length through the front part of the lane for a solid cover. In my initial test on our THS, the track area proved to be a little too much too early for the TNT, and I didn't really find a comfortable position for it until I got to around the 18-20 board range. Once I got there, I found a little area left and right and that seemed to be where the TNT was comfortable. Of course many variables are in play, if you have higher speed, more oil, less rev rate, or vice versa, your mileage will definitely vary. I compared it to my Phaze II as well as my IQ Tour Solid. The Phaze II was most definitely sharper down lane, and the IQ Tour solid was slower and more rounded. The TNT seems to fit right between those two as far as break point shape. Overall strength would be a different story as I would have the TNT the strongest out of the 3.

Ball Specs: Roto Grip TNT Coverstock eTrax™ PLUS Solid Weight Block Torpex™ Core Color Amber / Fire / Blaze Orange Finish 2000-grit Abralon Layout 50x4x20 or 4x4 5/16x1 1/4 Bowler Specs: Right Hand. PAP 3 1/2 Over 5/8 up Rev Rate 400 Speed at release 17.5 Review: The Roto Grip TNT is the newest ball in the HP3 line for Roto Grip. This features a new core in the Torpex and the solid eTrax plus cover. This ball is going to be similar to those Idols of the past. The TNT is going to start up a little sooner than the Idol but have a more responsive move on the back end. This is going to be a great benchmark ball for those people who have lower rev rates but also for higher ball speed and rev rate. I found this ball to read earlier than other solids but with the layout gave me a fast move on the back end. This ball is going to be a great control ball for me with being higher ball speed. If you are looking to get the ball to roll later this ball is great with surface changes. Get yours now at your local Storm VIP pro shop. Alex Thomes #StormNation #StrikingWorldwide #SquadRG #Driven2Bowl

The new Roto Grip TNT features an all-new coverstock, the eTrax plus solid coverstock. The engine inside is the new Torpex core. This ball comes finished at 2000 grit abralon. The 15 pound version features a low RG of 2.47 with a differential of .052. I drilled my TNT with a little longer pin than normal just to try and get a little more length out of it. I drilled it 5.5 x 4.5 x 2.5. The TNT is a step down in overall hook for the Roto Grip Gem. It has an overall similar motion, but for me is about 5 boards weaker than the Gem. For me, this makes the TNT a move user friendly ball with more opportunity to throw the TNT. The Gem is made for oil, the TNT is made for medium conditions. The TNT is cleaner through the fronts when compared to the Gem. For house shots with a good volume of oil, the TNT shines. With its 2000 grit finish, the ball does not read the friction too quickly, so those errant shots to the right don’t stand up at the arrows, the ball just kind of slowly arcs its way back to the pocket. For the errant shots in the puddle, the TNT is strong enough to dig in the oil and have enough hitting power to carry the corner pins. When the lanes start to break down, that’s the time you probably need to get out of this ball. The TNT explodes but it needs oil to do so.

Roto Grip TNT Coverstock: eTrax Plus Solid Reactive Box Finish: 2000-grit Abralon Core: Torpex Core RG: 2.47, Diff: 0.052 (15 lbs) VLS Layout: 4 1/2 x 5 x 2 Dual Angle Layout: 60 x 4 1/2 x 30 PAP: 5 3/16” right x 5/8” up Rev rate: 400 rpm Average speed: 16.5 mph Location: Prairie Lanes, Sun Prairie, WI Pattern: Medium volume THS The TNT is the newest ball in the Roto Grip HP3 line. It features a new core design that creates the lowest RG symmetrical core ever, and a high differential which translates to an early and consistent ball motion with less deflection going through the pins. The cover features the solid version of eTrax Plus, which was first used in a pearlized form on the RST-X2, and provides increased traction for a forgiving reaction on the lane. With the Roto Grip TNT, I’ve seen early and continuous ball motion which has been very much needed in my arsenal. It’s a step down from the Roto Grip Gem but is above balls like the Idol Cosmos. The TNT gives me a very strong and stable reaction which can be great for blending out over/under league conditions, but I think this will be even better on shorter to medium length sport/challenge conditions. Specifically, I’m thinking this could be a really good ball to start with for the USBC Open team event, then once the lanes settle in moving into something that’s still strong but a bit cleaner. I’ve left the surface on my TNT at box finish, and plan on keeping it near the 2000-grit Abralon factory finish so that I have that stable and forgiving benchmark-type ball reaction in my bag. This will be a must have for tournament bowlers, but I could certainly see others bringing it up to either a 4000-grit or polished finish to help it retain more energy and shape for the backend. Either way, the TNT will undoubtedly be blowing up racks! Chris Pollentier Storm Products Pro Shop Staff #StormNation #SquadRG

Just what I was looking for. I relied heavily on my Phaze II in tournament settings and was looking for something that had just a bit more roll and really plowed through the oil. As the ball has continued to lane shine I have grown to like it even more. I find myself using it in league much more than I thought I would as the shot has proven to have much more oil than previous years. I wouldn't go as far as to say it is a "benchmark" ball even though it has been advertised as such, it is however very "comfy" to throw in many situations. It's not my first ball out of the bag but it is always IN my bag and ready. 

Layout - 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2 Surface - box surface The new TNT is the newest benchmark ball in the Roto Grip lineup within the HP3 line. The TNT uses the Torpex Sphere Core originally found in the Unhinged and Hysteria balls and the eTrax Plus Solid Coverstock. The TNT has the lowest RG value in the current lineup. At a 2000 grit abralon surface, the TNT has an early and smooth overall motion. On my 44ft typical house shot, I saw a pretty early and continuous ball motion. This motion was fantastic on the fresh and the ball went through the pins very well. As the transition occurred, the smoothness of the ball reaction was not quite ideal for my higher rev rate style. For lower rev rates and higher volume patterns, this ball would be ideal. If you want a new solid ball for the fresh that's smooth and continuous, the TNT is your ball. Polishing the TNT will give a more angular motion that is still early and good for more transition than the 2000 box surface. I was able to compare the TNT to the original Idol solid and I saw a pretty similar ball motion. The TNT actually continued better down lane due to the weaker coverstock in the eTrax Plus versus the Mictrotrax Solid. If you had an Idol Solid and are looking for a replacement, the TNT will definitely be that ball for you. My overall impression of this ball will be better for higher volumes of oil or where control of the lane is a high priority. The TNT will be great on sport/PBA patterns for this reason. For the typical house shot, lower rev rates will desire this ball more than high rev rates purely because of its overall strength. Raising the surface or polishing the TNT will give you a slightly weaker ball motion desired for a larger bowler base.

Roto Grip TNT - HP3 Coverstock: eTrax+ Solid - 2000 grit Abralon Core: Torpex RG: 2.47 Differential: .052 (15 lbs) Layout: 5 x 4 ¾ x 2 ½ PAP: 6" Right, 1 3/8" Up Axis Tilt: 16° Rotation: 51° Rev Rate: 450-500 Speed: 17-18 mph Location: Vista Lanes - Yorkville, NY Pattern: Kegel Stone Street TNT is dynamite with the Torpex core and eTrax PLUS solid coverstock. The torque sphere within the core creates a lower RG and higher differential which translates to more overall motion and less deflection through the pins. eTrax+ is cleaner than MicroTrax, but more aggressive than eTrax. The design intent was for the TNT to be a benchmark ball on medium to heavy patterns, much like the original Idol. The TNT gave me a good look to the pocket on the house pattern looking 15-16 at the arrows with my breakpoint around 7-8. As the lanes broke down I was able to move left, but not open my angles as the ball either overreacted off the friction or struggled to make the turn down lane. I expect the TNT to be an excellent ball on flatter, higher volume patterns because it is early, smooth, and predictable. It will slot below the Roto Grip Gem or 900 Global Realty and above the Roto Grip Idol Cosmos or Storm Phaze II. If you are looking for a ball that starts up early, but still provides great continuation, the TNT hits the mark! Stop by your local Storm VIP pro shop to check it out! Available on February 17th. Dave Jecko Storm Amateur Staff Member

Ball: Cover: eTrax™ PLUS solid Core: Torpex Core Finish: 2000 grit RG: 2.54 (14lbs) Diff: 0.051(14lbs) ME: Right-Handed Tweener Speed: 12-13 mph Rev Rate: 315 Axis Tilt: 14° Axis Rotation: 74° PAP: 5 1/8 R 7/8 Up Ball Layout: Pin over Middle Finger 5 1/2 X 5 X 3 VLS The new HP3 release from Roto Grip features a brand new core called the Torpex. The torpex design makes this ball extremely driller friendly and forgiving. They wrapped it in the Etrax Plus cover. The 2000 grit finish on this cover-stock gives you so much early motion, this ball is the most aggressive HP3 ball in the front of the lane to date. I first tested the TNT on the high volume/ longer house pattern at my home center. I had managed to see a few reviews before I got ahold of mine. My worry with balls that have aggressive covers is that with my ball speed I will either: A) Not be able to get the ball through the front B) Not get the ball to retain energy when I do Because of this I opted for a bit weaker layout on my TNT. The 5 1/2 inch pin to pap and 3 inch pin buffer will usually help cut flare and draw out the transition so that the ball doesn't lock up for me in the mid-lane. First couple of shots I was pretty surprised at how despite the ball definitely still seeing the mid-lane, it was actually much more forgiving that most of the balls I've been trying to throw game one. Our lane beds are pretty beat up so to combat all of the early friction, there is a very high volume of oil used. The down-side to this is that the lanes begin to carry-down noticeably right out of practice. This gets frustrating because the fronts can get chewed up pretty fast and the backends stay tight so the balls that are stronger in the front get too early and the down-lane oil makes it difficult for them to recover. It was actually a problem I had trouble combating until I threw the TNT. This ball's ability to always see the mid-lane really takes the backend out of play. It doesn't stop either, so it's very forgiving on errant shots. Our ratio is pretty high and this ball really lets you take advantage of it like no other ball will. Now that I've had a chance to throw it and stay in it so long because of the down-lane forgiveness I'm pretty sure I want to try one with a stronger layout too for when I need the ball to slow down a bit more down-lane. So much for my initial worries. I would recommend this ball for those speed dominant bowlers who need the early motion and for any style bowler who ever runs into an issue with getting their ball to react consistently down-lane. The layouts you can choose to make this ball useful don't really shut anyone out of using the TNT. Lonnie Pemberton Storm Pro Shop Staff Vise Pro Shop Staff Revolutions Pro Shop Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@k1ngsizepapa

I drilled my TNT 4 1/2 x 3 x 2. I left this one at the box finish which is 2000. The early scuttle on this one from other staffers is controllable but strong motion. Many plan to take this one to USBC Nationals a strong control piece. I compared it to the GEM, an original IDOL, and a EXOTIC GEM. Compare to the GEM, the TNT is a definite slower reaction but still early like the GEM. If you are needing to keep it in front of you and the GEM is starting to go too early, then the TNT is in play. Compared to the original IDOL, you can see a lot of the same motion. I like my IDOL when the lanes were tougher but I wanted the ball to grip the lane a little earlier in an arcing motion. The TNT cover is slightly newer so it is a few boards earlier than the OG IDOL. Compared to the EXOTIC GEM was almost not fair. The EXOTIC skated past the spot on to much oil where the TNT had it, and when the lanes got hooking more, the TNT went more forward than the EXOTIC. Almost not a fair fight between those two. Drill up a TNT if you want a good strong control ball for tougher/slicker lanes. The core/cover combo will immediately make you think of the original IDOL which was very controllable except a newer cover that grabs earlier.