Item Number: MTVBFGKRS

Forge

1/14/2019 (Retired 12/9/2020)
4.9Read Reviews

The all new Forge™ is the strongest symmetrical ball ever created by MOTIV®.   Born from the fires of the Revolt™, the Forge™ is built for a smooth motion on medium-heavy oil conditions.  Creating impressive control and outstanding continuation, casual bowlers will love the massive hook potential and competitive bowlers will appreciate the control.

The brand new Detonator™ weight block provides a low RG and high differential to create easy revs and massive amounts of flare.  Reverb™ outer core material surrounds the new Detonator™ core to provide explosive hitting power.

One of the strongest covers ever developed by MOTIV®, Coercion™ HFS provides traction in the heaviest of oil, a smooth response to friction, and outstanding continuation.  The Forge™ is tuned with a 3000 Grit LSS finish to complement the motion created by Coercion HFS reactive technology.  

 

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Specifications

Length53
Backend73
Hook70
Flare Potential5"+
Weight BlockDetonator™ Symmetric
Cover StockCoercion™ HFS
Finish3000 Grit LSS
Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • 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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  1. 11/27/2019
    Product Forge
    From Erie, Pa
    About Me Retired
    Rating 4.0
    My go to ball...

    Every year I purchase a new ball. This year it was the Forge. I have added polish to the box finish and it suits my game perfectly. I have used it on varying oil lengths and have easily found a striking line on each.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 11/27/2019
    Product Forge
    From Dyer, Indiana
    About Me I'm a big fan of bowling
    Rating 5.0
    Forge

    The Forge is one of the best bowling balls I've thrown. It works very well on heavier oil patterns.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 10/23/2019
    Product Forge
    From Saranac, Mi
    Rating 5.0
    Forge

    Demoed this ball when I was looking to buy. It made for a very hard decision. I ended up deciding an asymmetric was what I needed at the time. A great piece none the less. Might find its way into my bag yet

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 10/23/2019
    Product Forge
    From Pekin, IL
    Rating 5.0
    Forge

    It’s a looker, and a hooker! Great ball! I love the Motiv color combinations on all of their balls and this one is no exception. Beautiful ball going down the lane and it responds to oil very well. Very predictable ball.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 10/23/2019
    Product Forge
    From Saginaw, Michigan
    About Me I bowl 3 days a week and have a 218 average.
    Rating 5.0
    Powerful ball

    I have been using my Forza SS and I have been averaging 218. On Monday I was struggling so in game 2 I switched to the Forge and proceeded to go 11 out of 12 for a 280. Great rolling ball! Strong in the center of the lane and plenty of energy when it collides with the pins. I need a strong ball because I throw around 17 mph and Forge is it! Thanks Motiv!
    I love my Motiv balls!

    I would recommend this to a friend

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