Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews 11/10/2007 12:30

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Introducing the Sidewinder with Brunswick's first Solid/Pearl Hybrid Low Load Particle Coverstock.

Pin to PAP(5 1/8" over 1/8" up) - 5"
Mass Bias Position - N/A
CG Placement - 1 1/8" right of grip center
Balance Hole - none

Surface Preparation - Box Finish (Rough Buff)

What I Was Looking For In This Ball Layout:
After I loved my new Twisted Fury, I decided I wanted to try something particle since it had been a while. I had heard some good things from the tour and other Brunswick Staff members about the Sidewinder. In an effort to really see what this ball did with Brunswick's new hybrid cover we kept everything very simple.

I was hoping to see something with a strong early revving motion in the front and a nice smooth breakpoint and backend reaction. Since this ball comes with Rough Buff we left the cover alone. Keep in mind normally with a particle cover we would be polishing the heck out of it to get it through the heads but this ball looked nice and shiny so we went with it.

What I Ended Up With in the Ball and Layout:
Exactly what I wanted. I love when this happens. I wanted something strong in the front, GOT IT. I wanted something smooth and predictable in the middle part of the lane with a nice transition to the back, GOT IT. So far this review is going great for my ball selection and layout.

The Sidewinder was so strong in the front without a jump type of motion. I even got into some friction early and this ball did not read it and go left, it stayed right online and kept revving into the mid-lane.

In the mid-lane this thing just tore it up. Most of my movement came in this part of the lane which was exactly what I was looking for. It was strong and steady and set itself up perfectly for the backend.

Once the ball made it to the back part of the lane we did not see much movement from there but it drove through the pins as well as any high performance ball from any company. Brunswick's big push with the BVP Series in general is high performance balls at mid performance prices. I love these balls because without getting into a high performance higher price ball you can get a great ball reaction.

I think on heavier oiled lanes or when they get a little tricky and your skid/snap stuff is too much on the backend the Sidewinder would fit right into your arsenal. I have always been on the fence with Brunswick's equipment. It was always hit and miss for me personally. The last few balls I have drilled have been fantastic and will definitely earn a spot in my bag for this season. Did you find this review helpful? Yes No

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Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: deltona 12/11/2008 17:16

Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: armydad77632 08/30/2007 11:39

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Just got back into league bowling after a 20 year hiatus. Bought the Brunswick BVP Sidewinder bowling ball on the recommendation of the guy at the pro shop. Never even practiced with it before first league night and shot a 224 first game. Other two games were 192 and 159. Still have to get back in shape I guess. Ball is very forgiving for me. I throw about 17-18 mph; semi-roller. Nice smooth roll and good break at the backend. Very good ball at this price point. Would definitely recommend this ball. Did you find this review helpful? Yes No

Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: Nacpizle 01/29/2009 23:06

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Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: bowlingball.com staff reviews by Dustin Seymour 09/08/2008 15:44

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Brunswick BVP Sidewinder Reviewed by: jsheer 02/12/2009 22:34

I just started my first league since I was a junior. I'm an unconventional bowler and only use my middle and ring finger in the holes and put a hard spin on the ball. I had been using a 16lb house ball and my average was a 143. The first game I bowled with the Sidewinder was my first 200, a 204 and began with 6 straight strikes. My series on the evening was a 586. The second week was a little more difficult as the lane conditions were more difficult to read and bowled poorly my first two games but finished my series with a 214 game. I believe this ball has been able to help me be more competitive and really help my team. Did you find this review helpful? Yes No

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