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1. 02/21/2019

   Product Golden Jackal

   By Ralph

   From Roseville Mi

   About Me Bowling Fanatic

   Rating 4.0
   Jackal Rules

   I am just an avg bowler who loves the sport. I bought this ball and drilled it pin down and touched the cover with a 3000 Tru Cut pad and was able to tame this jackal.
   I usually do not do well with pearls but I am able to control this piece. avg 221 in 3 different leagues at 3 diff houses. This piece allows me to play down and in on 9 and belly it across the lane if I need to.
   If you don't get one you're missing out.
   

   I would recommend this to a friend

2. 02/21/2019

   Product Golden Jackal

   By Trent Overbey

   From Kansas City, MO

   Rating 5.0
   The Midas Touch

   Layout:
   55 x 5 x 25
   
   What better way to get back on the prowl than with a bit of bling in your arsenal? The Golden Jackal looks good not only in the bag, but also going down the lane. The trusted Predator V3 core (2.47RG, .055Diff, .019Int.Diff) has been wrapped in the brand new Hexion SE Pearl (4000LSS) to marry the length and backend reaction of a pearl with the power and continuation of this asymmetric core in heavier oil conditions. I left mine at box finish as I wanted a little more midlane grab on my fresher local conditions rather than a ‘truer’ skid/snap. The combination of longer and higher pin placement on this ball (the pin is about two inches above the top of my bridge) have given me a reaction that is easy to read but still quick off the friction. The sheer power the Predator has in the reaction is clearly shown in the midlane as this Jackal, whether the conditions are fresh or worn down, reads the mids in a decisive manner; I have seen flare upwards of six inches even with this ‘weaker’ layout. This read, however, does not take away from the response time once the ball finds the dry as I still get a pronounced movement at the spot. What I love most about this combination of read and breakpoint reaction is that the ball still goes through to the pit with force. Once the Golden Jackal decides to go towards the headpin, there is no quit in it. I have flirted, and have been caught, with the nine pin many more times that I have with either of MOTIV’s previous releases. Staffers from other companies have come up to me and commented on how they were impressed with the motion this ball provides down lane and into the pit; I do not think there is a higher compliment that can be given than that. If you need a piece in your bag that will give you a pearl-shaped reaction in heavier volumes, look at the Golden Jackal. I cannot overstate what an amazing pairing the Predator V3 and Hexion SE Pearl is for this purpose.
   
   Trent Overbey
   In the Zone Pro Shop
   MOTIV Staff
   

   I would recommend this to a friend

3. 02/19/2019

   Product Golden Jackal

   By Tyler Lewis

   From Ponchatoula, LA

   Rating 5.0
   Golden Jackal

   The new Golden Jackal brings the pearl Jackal back to life. This ball displays more length through the fronts and a sweet backend motion. It has the Predator V3 asymmetric weight block to provide a lot of track flare potential and hook. This also produces a very low RG so the ball revs easier, making it more forgiving on heavier oil patterns than higher RG balls that might push past the breakpoint. The Hexion SE cover on this ball helps maintain the backend without sacrificing oil. I have this ball as a great small step up from the Forge when you want something to go a little longer but retain a good amount of energy for the back!
   
   MOTIV Staff
   Tyler Lewis

   I would recommend this to a friend

4. 02/13/2019

   Product Golden Jackal

   By Kye Shipley

   From Mercersburg, Pa

   About Me MOTIV STAFF MEMBER

   Rating 5.0
   Everyone needs a bit of gold in their bag.

   The Golden Jackal is Motiv's first peal Jackal since the original Jackal debuted. This ball features the HEXION SE Reactive coverstock and the PREDATOR V3 core.
   
   At 4,000 grit LSS and a 2.47 RG along with a .055 DIFF, this ball gives you length, but also an angle that provides both continuation and power through the pocket.
   
   This ball is the first ball out of my bag almost every league night since it came out. I also have the JACKAL RISING AND JACKAL GHOST. All 3 balls compliment each other on almost every pattern.
   If you combine this ball with the MOTIV FORGE, you should be in control of the lanes all day or all night long.
   
   Most importantly this is a JACKAL, so you know you won't go wrong.
   

   I would recommend this to a friend

5. 02/13/2019

   Product Golden Jackal

   By Stephen Haas

   From Enola, PA

   About Me Motiv Staff

   Rating 5.0
   The Golden Jackal is a very impressive heavy oil ball!

   The Golden Jackal features the latest Predator V3 asymmetric weight block with the Hexion SE (strength enhanced) pearl cover stock. This very low RG ball and cover allows it to truly dig into the heavy oil but still produce awesome down lane motion which won't quit. Rest assured, you will not have to sacrifice traction in the oil where other pearls seem to slip past the break point. The Golden Jackal revs up easy and is a great fit for your heavy oil tournaments or the over/under you can get in league. This release is a must for your game!
   
   Steve Haas, Motiv staff
   Youtube: https://youtu.be/p8mGNuvEyIg
   

   I would recommend this to a friend