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Forge Ember

Item Number: MTVBFGMBR

$219.9937 Read Reviews

8/31/2022

The Forge™ Ember is the newest performance hybrid from Motiv Bowling.  Built to generate more friction than previous hybrids, the Forge™ Ember combines technology from two very different coverstock systems to deliver a new brand of motion.  Bowlers will find increased strength in the oil without sacrificing down lane motion.  More down lane motion means that the Forge™ Ember will be useful for a longer window during competition.

Inside the Forge™ Ember is the Detonator™ core. The Detonator™ is a stable and strong combination of low RG with high differential.  The fast spinning low RG provides control while the high differential gives traction and strength.  The fast revving Detonator™ is a proven winner on higher volumes of oil. 

Wrapped around the Detonator™ core is the Infusion™ MXC Hybrid Reactive cover.  As already mentioned, this cover combines two very different shells to provide a unique shape.  Traditionally, the most angular motions from MOTIV® were generated using the Infusion™ coverstock system.  Conversely, the coverstocks with the MXC distinction were those with the most mid-lane traction and control.  When combined, bowlers should see significant traction in the oil with more down lane motion than is normally expected from such a strong cover.  

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed dominant Bowlers: The Forge Ember will serve as an outstanding benchmark ball for bowlers who are speed dominant.  Bowlers with higher speed and/or lower rev rates need more traction on the lane, but for a benchmark still need some down lane motion.  The Forge Ember will provide the reliability and versatility needed from a benchmark or lane reader ball in the bag of a speed dominant player. 
  • Balanced Bowlers:  Balanced bowlers will use the Forge Ember on higher volume or longer oil patterns and lower friction surfaces when their go-to ball is just a bit too weak to make it back to the pocket.  When the massive asymmetrical balls are too strong or too forward down lane, but the benchmark pieces just can not hook enough, the Forge Ember fits perfectly into the void. 
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers: For many Rev Dominant bowlers the Forge Ember will be the strongest symmetrical ball they ever need.  Many rev dominant players prefer symmetrical pieces, but there are few with covers strong enough to use on high volumes of oil and fresh patterns.  The most rev dominant bowlers will use the Forge Ember as the first ball in their progression on high concentrations of oil. 

Tip: Check with your local pro shop for the best prices. 

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockDetonator™ Symmetric
  • Cover StockInfusion™ MXC Hybrid Reactive
  • Finish2000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length68
  • Backend75
  • Hook70
  • Flare Potential5"+

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .054

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .055

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.49Max Differential .054

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.55Max Differential .045

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.62Max Differential .032
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Reviews 4.9 (Based on 37 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 09/28/2022
    Product Forge Ember
    From Phillipsburg NJ
    About Me Motiv regional staffer
    Rating 5.0
    Be ready for some versatility

    Bryan Ramsey
    Motiv regional staff member

    Be ready for some serious versatility with the new Motiv bowling release, the Forge Ember. I’ve throw it in multiple patterns now, everything from a house shot to some more difficult patterns and this baby passes with flying colors. When you need that control and predictability it’s there, I feel like this ball can be trusted on a wide variety of shots, it just seems to blend out the pattern no matter what your bowling on. Regardless of bowler style, this new ember will fit perfect for any bowler. As always it’s a beautiful looking ball that packs that pin deck punch we are all so used to from Motiv. Don’t miss out on getting one of these today.

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    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 09/27/2022
    Product Forge Ember
    From Kansas City, MO
    Rating 5.0
    Spark a Fire!

    Layout
    55 x 5” x 25

    When needing a new weapon for your arsenal, what better way is there to obtain one than to hit the forge? The MOTIV Forge Ember is the newest entry into the Forge line designed to combat Heavy/Medium-Heavy oil volumes while delivering the consistency known from these pieces. Wrapped around the trusty Detonator core (2.47 RG, .055 Differential) is the Infusion MXC Hybrid coverstock (2000 LSS), a fast-reacting cover system with some added teeth from previous releases.

    As I have had great success with the Forge line in the past, I chose not to change my approach with this one and gave my Ember the taller-pin layout used on the others. While I was expecting the strongest iteration of the Forges yet, I did not foresee exactly how strong this one turned out to be. Even with the higher pin placement, the core and cover combo power the ball to read the midlane aggressively. This heavy-revving action creates quite a bit of control on the lane as I have yet to see a shot truly ‘squirm’ through to the breakpoint. The backend, as can be anticipated with the previous solid and hybrid Forges, is a predictable motion with enough roll to get through the pins with power. While using the Ember on my fresh house shot, I can start in a similar place as I would with my Trident Odyssey, but because of the hybrid coverstock, I can make several more moves left with it and still get the ball back to the pocket with energy. Once the transition occurs, and angles to the dry become steeper, you can still get to the pocket with this ball, but it would probably be best to step down to your Iron Forge or Pride Empire for the cleanliness and backend recovery power.

    If you are needing a heavy-handed piece for your arsenal without fully giving way to heavy rolling action, the Forge Ember is a great direction to look.

    Trent Overbey
    In the Zone Pro Shop
    MOTIV Staff

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 09/22/2022
    Product Forge Ember
    From Macomb , MI
    About Me Senior League Bowler
    Rating 5.0
    More carry is just what I needed

    Senior bowler, throwing 14# speed dominate. I’ve always had trouble with carry. I had it drilled with pin up and left the cover out of the box. Surprisingly with the 2000 surface it gets long and has plenty of hitting power. My average is in the mid 190s I haven’t had series under 612 since I got the ball three weeks ago I bowl three leagues a week . From a house hack with poor balance at the line it is my go to ball. First Motiv ball in about 12 years. I love it and thinking about adding some other pieces.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 09/21/2022
    Product Forge Ember
    From Deptford, NJ
    Rating 5.0
    First game with Forge Ember, first 300 game

    First time using the Forge Ember was last night. Was recommended this ball by the pro shop based on my stroke and the conditions. Threw my regular ball the first 2 games, and made the switch to start the 3rd. The Forge hooked strong on a heavier league pattern, great pin action carried out a stone 9 with a messenger and performed well the entire game for my 1st 300. Should have switched earlier, but now I'm not going back.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 09/19/2022
    Product Forge Ember
    From Indianapolis
    Rating 4.0
    Blends Things Out

    The Forge Ember uses a hybrid cover at a dull finish. This allows the Forge Ember to start relatively early and develop a smoother, more predictable roll. This is great for those who need a stronger piece but are a little more rev dominant.

    I would recommend this to a friend

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