Brunswick Wild Thing Bowling Balls
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Wild Thing Specs
Core
The new ultra-low RG Paragon core was designed with two intentions. First, lower the RG to create a faster revving core that will provide improved mid-lane traction. And second, raise the RG differential to increase the track flare potential which will generate more overall hook with standard layouts and the use of interchangeable thumb sleeves.
Coverstock
The Wild Thing utilizes ConneXion coverstock known for its unbelievable traction response from foul line to head pin. The aggressive connection of the Wild Thing to the lane surface inspires confidence in the ball reaction that allows bowlers to play the lanes the way they want to.
Ball Motion
The Wild Thing and its new ultra-low RG core system improves the adhesion of ConneXion coverstock to accelerate the response to friction and turn its attack loose on the pins. This core/coverstock combination allows the Wild Thing to generate a shape never seen before in the Brunswick line. Wild Thing...I think I Love You!!
Micro Finishing Pads
The bowling industry is starting to embrace the surface finishes created by 2000-grit and 4000-grit abrasives. These abrasives create a glossy finish that many bowlers would assume are polished with a wax or similar compound. The benefit to the bowler is that these finishes create length similar to balls coated with compound finishes, but are better able to handle carrydown. The Wild Thing is finished with 4000-grit Abrasive pads driven by the new Haus high-speed bowling ball resurfacing machine.
Reaction Characteristics
•Out of the Box: With its 4000-grit micro pad finish, the Wild Thing will provide excellent length and a strong back-end reaction to match up on medium to oily lane conditions for a wide range of bowling styles.
•If your Wild Thing goes too long: Shiny surface finishes sometimes cause the ball to go too long before breaking. To get your Wild Thing rolling sooner, dull the surface with a 2000-grit micro pad to increase hooking action. To further increase hooking action, use a rougher abrasive to create an earlier reaction.
•If your Wild Thing hooks too early: Polish your Wild Thing with Brunswick's Factory Finish High Gloss Polish to increase length.
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Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by John Congdon 07/06/2009 15:37
1 of 1 people found this review helpful. 
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 181 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Tweener | |
| PAP | 4 1/2" x 0" | |
The Brunswick Wild Thing is a great successor of the Wild Ride. Not to mention all of the great song references to Wild Thing.
You will see in our video that this ball rolls very smoothly through the heads and turns hard in the backend. I have thrown it a few times since shooting the video and I feel that the video doesn't really do this one justice.
If you are looking for a great bang for your money, take a look at the Brunswick line this season. The Siege and the Wild Thing should probably have a home in your bowling bag.
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Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: Ormond pro shop manager 07/28/2009 16:58
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: Kenny Lawson @ Aloma Bowl Pro Shop 07/06/2009 18:19
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Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: bruns72 06/17/2009 12:28
20 of 20 people found this review helpful.
Date: 6/15/09
Bowler Information:
Initial ball Speed: 16.5 - 17 mph
Tilt: 10 Degrees
Axis Rotation: 30 Degrees
Rev Rate: 300-340 RPMs
Coverstock - Connexion
RG min - 2.469â€
Differential - .045â€
Drill Specs:
Pin to PAP - 4.5â€
Degree From VAL: 65"
Vertical Pin Orientation: Down
Drill Angle - 55"
moderate size P2 Balance hole
Surface:
Grey Scotchbrite Pad
I have thrown the new Wild Thing on the PBA Experience Viper, PBA Chameleon, Cheetah and a 41 foot house shot. The Wild Thing has thus far had a predictable but incredibly angular motion unlike any Brunswick Ball I have ever thrown and I have been using them exclusively since 2003. This ball has repeatedly opened up the lane when my other stuff was seemingly getting hung up in the carry down. This ball is kind of the backend "driver". When my other balls won't quite make it, this one not only reads the lane but turns the corner and seemingly gives me an extra 2-3 boards to play with. On the newer tighter version Cheetah when my Wild Ride wouldn't make it back after some transition, this ball hooked up and gave me what seemed like the entire lane to hit. Overall an incredible core cover matchup gives this ball a predictable angularity that every bowler can use. Wild Thing I think I love yah!
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Chris Garrett
Upstate Pro Shop
Greenville, SC - 1-866-490-9980
Upstateproshop@charter.net
PBA Member
Brunswick Advisory Staff
Vise Regional Staff
Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: adbaer 06/24/2009 12:26
16 of 16 people found this review helpful.
on edit: I threw the WT last night on THS and this ball is still simply amazing. I actually threw about 20 strikes in a row until stopped by a solid 8. This ball corners harder than any Brunswick ball to date. It goes through the pins so different than any other ball I have seen. I will drill more of these as the cover tunes easily and will be able to be used on many conditions with out a problem. The Wild Thing is a MUST have. Go out and buy one right away!!!
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Adam Baer
BRUNSWICK ADVISORY STAFF
VISE REGIONAL STAFF
Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: Verbs11 06/17/2009 12:27
8 of 8 people found this review helpful.
First of all, I am a fan of the Wild Ride. I love how clean the WR is through the fronts, and the strong move it makes of the spot......WHEN YOU US IT ON THE PROPER CONDITION.
The Wild Thing is just as clean, but with the new ultra lower rg, high dif. core, the ConneXion coverstock really shines.
The WT gets down the lane with easy, but really makes a strong move when it encounters friction. I ahev used the WT on a wide range of PBA patterns and the USBC pattern and have seen no condition where the WT wasn't a usable piece. Especially when the condition breaks down.
Also, unlike many other balls that are this strong at the breakpoint, the Wild Thing doesn't seem to be a suseptable to carrydown. It bites through it and continues on.
Brunswick is really doing their homework on what bowlers want to see and coming up with some new, exciting pieces that are sure to be winners.
Verbs
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Larry Verble
Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: Barnie305 07/01/2009 14:44
5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Left Handed | |
| League Average | 230 | |
Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: brunswin44 06/17/2009 12:28
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
5" Pin to PAP above fingers
No weight hole, OOB finish
USBC lane pattern on a Phoenix machine. I think our version doesn't have as much volume in the middle as Vegas, but others who have been there already say it's close.
I like the fact that I can go back to a longer pin to pap distance because of the higher diff in the Wild Thing.
This ball definitely has a quick response off the end of the pattern. If you get around it, it hooks hard, and if you use more forward roll, it reads the mids quick. I already feel very confident that when the shot goes into 5th arrow, this ball will have the power to spare.
The only ball I can compare it to would be the Swarm(PK18), and this new Paragon core has a higher diff, and the Connexion cover. Where the Swarm would labor down lane the Wild Thing keeps turning. It definitely has one of the strongest back end motions of all the Brunswick balls of late.
This ball is easily a few boards stronger than the Python with OOB finishes, and you'll need to move into the oil faster as the lanes transition to avoid early burn and a diminished backend. I caught myself a few times staying in the same zone too long and wondering where the carry went. I'd move a 3-2 and BOOM back in the pocket.
I'll post back after I bowl on our house shot.
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Corey Clayton
Brunswick Amateur Staff
Turbo Grips Staff
Team Canada 2007, 2008, & 2009
The opinions expressed are solely those of the writer and not of Brunswick Corporation
Brunswick Wild Thing Reviewed by: DCNetBoy 08/04/2009 20:32
1 of 1 people found this review helpful. 
CG Position - about an inch below and 1 1/2" to the right from center of the grip
Balance Hole - P3 position in thumb quadrant
Surface Prep - None - Out of Box (4000 abralon finish)
What I Was Looking For In This Ball Layout:
I wanted a ball from Brunswick that would replace my old original Inferno which had died a slow cover death. What I was looking for in this layout and ball was a strong ball that would get into a roll just a little bit quicker than my old Inferno. Since Brunswick claimed that the Wild Thing (WT) would be quicker off of the dry, I wanted to drill the ball to help get it into a roll.
What I Ended Up With in the Ball and Layout:
I ended up with a very smooth reaction on the backend. The drilling sort of smoothed out the backend reaction so much that I really would not call it a "wild" reaction at all. The ball makes a hard arch type of move that does not appear as violent as some of my other balls.
The WT retains energy well and it hits like a tank! Hit the pocket and you will strike with this ball. The hit is hard and continuous. Right out of the gate, I shot a 703 with the ball. The WT gets down the lane very easy and I don't have to work hard to get it to the breakpoint.
The WT comes alive on a medium oiled pattern. And, on a THS with fresh back ends, you should have the time of your bowling life. The ball loves this shot as long as there is head oil. I can play all day with terrific hold and plenty of area.
However, the WT is slightly speed sensitive if there is a heavier volume of oil on the lanes. It can fight through carrydown as long as there is dry boards at the end of the pattern, but it will became a spare ball on a heavily oiled lane. Heavy oil is not a friend of the WT. The WT needs dry boards!
Compared to the old Inferno, the WT is a little bit more angular, yet smoother. I don't see nearly as much over/under like I did from the older ball. The WT seems to handle carrydown better, too. The WT is not a dry lanes ball. It is too strong for a drier lane. If you encounter a dry lane with this ball, put it back in your bag and go home.
In closing, I would say that Big B. has a nice mix with the new Paragon core and WT coverstock. The combination has proved to be a winner so far. I think the WT will not be the last ball with the Paragon core. The core is very strong and it has some serious hitting power. Use the WT on medium conditions and you will strike all day long. The WT should prove to be a great choice for league bowlers. However, I believe the real test will be how well the cover holds up over time. For me, the Big B. covers seem to die pretty quickly, but I am hoping that this one holds up for a very long time because the WT's reaction that I get is just what I need in my arsenal.
Peace!
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