Brunswick Smash Zone Bowling Balls
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The Smash Zone integrates a pearlized version of Brunswick's exciting EnMotionâ„¢coverstock with an updated version of the original Infernoâ„¢core and a high gloss polish finish. This combination creates an ultra-low RG symmetric core ball that gets through the front part of the lane then rev's strongly to create excellent mid-lane recovery and a continuous back-end reaction.
The Smash Zone uses a Pearlized version of the EnMotion coverstock. EnMotion combines the best elements from our PowerKoilâ„¢, Activatorâ„¢ and N'Controlâ„¢ coverstock systems. The Smash Zone unites EnMotion coverstock with an updated version of the original Inferno core that lowers the RG diff to reduce problems with over flaring. Ultra-low-RG's are known for strong mid-lane recovery moves and their controllable and continuous back-end hooking action. Brunswick has created a strong revving counterpart to the Twisted Fury that will match-up better on lane patterns that create excessive length or over/under reaction problems for higher RG balls.
Reaction Characteristics
Out of the Box: With its High Gloss Polish finish, the Smash Zone is an ideal symmetric core ball for medium-dry to Medium-oily lane conditions.
If your Smash Zone goes too long: Dull the surface using 1000-grit or rougher abrasive. The hooking action will increase and its arc will become more even, creating a better match-up for heavily oiled lane conditions and for smoothing over/under reactions seen on wet/dry lane conditions.
If your Smash Zone hooks too early: You will need a higher RG ball such as the Swarm or Avalanche Pearl to create more length.
The Perfect Scale™: Helping Bowlers Make Better Decisions. Because each manufacturer uses a different method for indicating a ball's hook potential, bowlingball.com developed a way for the consumer to compare bowling balls across all manufacturers.
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Customer Reviews Average: 4.64Write a Review Read all 14 reviews
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71% (10 of 14) |
| I Like It | 21% (3 of 14) | |
| It's Ok | 7% (1 of 14) | |
| I Don't Like It | 0% ( of 14) | |
| I Hate It | 0% ( of 14) |
Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by Brian Halstrom 07/31/2008 14:23
78 of 78 people found this review helpful. 
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 220 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Cranker | |
| PAP | 4 1/2" x 1/2" Up | |
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The Smash Zone integrates a pearlized version of Brunswick's exciting EnMotionâ„¢coverstock with an updated version of the original Infernoâ„¢core and a high gloss polish finish. This combination creates an ultra-low RG symmetric core ball that gets through the front part of the lane then rev's strongly to create excellent mid-lane recovery and a continuous back-end reaction.
Pin to PAP(4 1/2" over 1/2" up) - 5"
CG Placement - 3 3/8" from PAP
Balance Hole - None
Surface Preparation - Left at Box Finish
What I Was Looking For In This Layout: With this layout I was expecting to clear the heads easily and give me a strong and predictable reaction down lane to compliment my Brunswick Ultra Zone. This is the second ball I have tried with Brunswick's new EnMotion Coverstock, so I was interested to see how this ball would stack up when compared to the Ultra Zone.
What I Ended Up With In This Ball Layout: Out of the box, I really needed to move left. I had originally thought this ball would be a little more tame than my Ultra Zone. When I got it out on the lanes, it exceeded my expectations. I was expecting clean through the heads, which for the most part I got, but the backend reaction was where it's at. One thing I found that I liked in this particular ball was how clean the surface stayed after I threw a shot. The ball kept its "tacky" feeling where some other equipment picks up the oil and leaves the surface oily.
After throwing a few games of practice with this ball, I learned that this thing was not going to stop hooking. The further left I moved, the more backend reaction I found. As long as I did not get the ball through the dry heads, I was alright. It did pick up quickly when I got it through the dry areas. I ended up switching to the Brunswick Swarm, a tamer ball in their arsenal that rolls very well on medium lane conditions.
The reaction the Brunswick Smash Zone gave me was surprising, being that I thought it would be less aggressive than the Ultra Zone. I think people are going to be surprised with the performance of this ball. If you liked the original Inferno, than I think you're going to love this ball. For the price, it's well worth the investment.
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Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: Kenny Lawson @ Aloma Bowl Pro Shop 10/02/2008 12:44
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: smichaud 04/26/2009 22:57
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: Smash_zone18 11/26/2009 23:52
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: mireally 04/12/2009 23:35
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Left Handed | |
| League Average | 171 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Stroker | |
The ball requires speed and is speed sensitive. I have to throw it 16.5-16.8 mph to get it to go long enough otherwise it plows through the nose and leaves nasty splits. The good news is that if it goes Brooklyn, I end up striking.
I'm a lefty and have to stand eight boards to the right of the last dot on the left of the approach and throw over the first arrow (on the left) and the ball reliably comes back from the left edge and hard into the pocket.
The great part about this ball is that when you generate sufficient speed with this ball it is a monster and simply blows up the pins - and this is no exaggeration.
So if you are a low-rev, high ball speed player who wants a high-end ball that will decimate the pins, then this ball is definitely for you.
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Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: z0nemaster 08/25/2008 10:11
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I can say it was definitely worth the money that I paid. I have wanted a new ball for a couple of years now, so I decided to make this my birthday present. Happy Birthday to Me!!!! YAY!!!
Averages 210 my first night out with it. I normally average 191, so this step up was great.
Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: BigL_5 11/05/2009 00:14
Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: timandmarika@knology.net 05/03/2009 17:28
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
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Brunswick Smash Zone Reviewed by: texas mauler 04/12/2009 18:11
Ball rolls very strong on almost any condition. Only good things to say about this ball. Hits like a tank and cuts through any squirrely carry down. This one is a winner and even more so at this price.
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