Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: proshoptraining.com review by Jeff Ussery 06/03/2006 00:00

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Pin to PAP Distance: 5 3/4"
Preferred Spin Axis to PAP Distance: 3 3/4"
Balance Hole: None
Surface Preparation: Box Condition

What I Was Looking For in this Ball and Layout:

I wanted to end up with a moderately aggressive ball that would cover some boards, play left to right angles extremely well, and have a quick transition or breakpoint down lane.



What I Ended Up With in this Ball and Layout:

This ball ended up being exactly what I had hoped it would be with regards to front-end skid. The ball clears the front of the lane relatively easy on any medium to higher amount of head oil. Also, the One seems to be good about letting the bowler know when there is not enough head oil to throw the ball. The reaction and shape that I get from this ball when the heads are too dry to throw it is totally different. It's very obvious when to throw the One with regards to head oil.



The breakpoint move that I get is also very typical for me with this layout. By moving the pin into a somewhat weaker position, I've helped the ball get through the front part of the lane easier. By placing the preferred spin axis in a fairly strong position, I still see a strong and sudden move down lane when the ball encounters friction. When given sufficient head oil, the One responds to the end of the lane pattern very quickly and creates large angles into the pin deck for my game.



The overall hook of my One ball is stronger than most balls. In relation to the other balls on this site, the One is considerably stronger than both the Big Time and Overtime reviewed on June 3rd, 2006. Compared to the Big One (also reviewed on June 3rd), the One is easier to push through the front of the lane but covers a similar number of boards.
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: ebonitebowltowin 03/19/2006 17:11

3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
The Ebonite The One is awesome. You have to be very drill specific and there is no way this ball will work on dry lanes. If you want a ball for medium to heavy oil with massive backend this is your ball.
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: kbigracer 05/10/2006 20:34

2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
The Ebonite The One is great. Everything you have heard is true. You don't have to put a lot of revs on it for it to work. I don't have a lot of revs and it still had a lot of hook, not to mention the backend, the most I have seen. If you are looking for a good bowling ball that is consistent The One is your bowling ball.
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: theonewidow 05/13/2007 01:54

1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Well...I think everyone reviewing on here doesn't know how to take care of a ball. I just bought the Ebonite The One bowling ball for $50 off of my friend's uncle. I throw this ball at 20 mph (stroker) and it snaps back when it looks like a straight ball. When I bought the ball, the guy said it was "dead" so naturally I took it home and bathed it, then too it out on oil just a few minutes ago and shot like crazy. I didn't have a game with under 6 strikes. I would highly recommend this ball to anyone looking for very late snap, although if you aren't diligent about cleaning and bathing (or baking if you're willing to risk it) then steer clear and go back to your Power Groove.
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: x300manx 05/07/2006 16:55

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I would never buy this ball again i can't belive that I did...the hook on the ball just died. I used every formula and cleaner to fix it and it still lost hook in the first 3 months do not buy this ball.
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: retiredgman 04/10/2006 22:35

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I agree with ebonitebowltowin. I recently was in a senior tournament. On the dry lanes it was hard to hold. On the two lanes with oil, it worked very well. If you need an oil ball, this is "the One".
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Ebonite The One Encore Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by Shawn Ryan 09/09/2008 12:45

I drilled The One Encore the same as the original One I had, pin 4 ½ inches from my PAP and above my fingers. The Encore is the same as the original One, provides great length with a nice hard turn in the back end. Keep in mind that if you want it to be the same as your original you will have to polish it because it comes out of the box with a 4000 grit finish. If you are looking to get rid of your original, but did not know what to replace it with, then you will not be disappointed with the Encore.



Shawn Ryan

2005 Jr. Team USA Member

Manager

Striking Advantage Pro Shop

River Lanes

Titusville, Florida


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Ebonite The One Encore Reviewed by: Housequake 08/06/2008 07:24

The One is a great ball period! There are two things about the One each bowler must take into consideration before buying it. 1. The ball has a very low RG, which means that this ball start-up fast or it expands energy quickly. Low RG balls can lead to soft hits. The pin to pap should not be under 4.25 inches; this depends on your lane condition (typical house shot). 2. The GB10 coverstock needs to be cleaned after each use, not next week before league start but within thirty minutes after league. I have a Gamebreaker and The One, both performs like new because I keep my balls clean!
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Ebonite The One - Original Reviewed by: superdutch 06/01/2008 22:55

I recieved this ball as a hand-me-down and for 2 months it hit great and hooked very nicely. But then it began to wear out, cleaning after cleaning didnt help. I say if you are lookin to get this ball, do it. But be ready for a LOT of maintenance.
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