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Iron Forge

Retired 1/4/2023
4.9Read Reviews

“This is the strongest pearl symmetric ever manufactured by MOTIV® Bowling and it’s not even close.” - Nick Pahr - Motiv R&D

The Iron Forge™ is, without a doubt, the strongest pearl symmetric Motiv has made to date.  The latest addition to the popular Forge™ line, the Iron Forge™ has the same Detonator™ core as previous Forges™, but with the proven Infusion™ MVP pearl seen on the Ripcord™ Velocity.  The combination creates unbelievable angle on broken down medium-heavy patterns. This ball loves it when the friction shows up!

Inside the Iron Forge™ is the Detonator™ core.  This low rg / high differential core is the same absolute beast of a core used in the ultra strong Forge™ Flare.  The low rg and high differential core is stable, with a wide footprint on the lane; this combination equals more total hook, but also more mid-lane traction and control than other symmetrical core options.  This uniquely strong symmetrical core is what allows us to use such a clean and angular coverstock in moderately heavy oil patterns.

Around the Iron Forge™ is the Infusion™ MVP coverstock, the fastest response and most angular cover ever made by MOTIV®.  This polished cover has only previously been used on the Ripcord™ Velocity, which is widely accepted as the most angular ball ever made by MOTIV®.  Using Infusion™ MVP with such a strong core allows bowlers to see that proven angle when higher volume oil patterns begin to breakdown and the friction shows up.  The Iron Forge™ offers oustanding length, energy retention, and an impressive backend.  

When To Use:

Speed Dominant Bowlers: The incredibly strong core in the Iron Forge™ allows for speed dominant players to use a pearlized coverstock when that may have been difficult in the past.  Many speed dominant players are forced to use solids and hybrids rather than pearls simply because a clean cover combined with a clean core oftens skids too far for their game.  The Iron Forge™ allows these players to have an angular option in their bag when no other symmetrics would be strong enough.

Balanced Bowlers: The uniqueness of the Iron Forge™ for balanced bowlers is that the strong cover / angular core combination allows them to keep up with rev-dominant bowlers through transition.  When rev-dominant bowlers see transition, one of their great advantages is being able to create angle and follow transition into the pattern earlier than the rest of the field.  A high flare, fast spinning core paired with a sideways cover lets balanced bowlers stay ahead of transition without sacrificing carry or fearing that their ball will miss the breakpoint. 

Rev Dominant Bowlers: For rev dominant bowlers, this is a strong pearl cover that will allow for seeing length and control on higher friction surfaces even from the beginning of a block.  The Iron Forge™ is strong enough that many rev dominant bowlers will have the luxury of using a pearl coverstock on fresh oil, which is incredibly rare.  PBA Bowler Zac Tackett said that he was most excited that this was a ball he could use for an entire block. 

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Specifications

Length75
Backend90
Hook68
Flare Potential5"+
Weight BlockDetonator™ Symmetric
Cover StockInfusion™ MVP Pearl Reactive
Finish5000 Grit LSP
Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16

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    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

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    Radius of Gyration 2.62Max Differential .032

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Reviews 4.9 (Based on 62 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 11/18/2021
    Product Iron Forge
    From Green bay Wisconsin
    About Me I am a 2 handed bowler and throw all motiv
    Rating 5.0
    Amazing ball

    I pre ordered the ball last week and got it this week and after throwing it for a while I'm in love with the ball and how it goes down lane and at the end has a nice snap to it this ball fits really well in my bag. I really recommend this ball for someone looking for a pearl ball

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 11/15/2021
    Product Iron Forge
    From Ravenna, OH
    About Me MOTIV Staff
    Rating 5.0
    Long Live the Iron Forge!

    From the great shelf appeal of the colors to the destructive hitting power of the core, this ball is something special!

    I'm able to play further right with this on a house shot and not have to worry about the cover burning up in the friction.

    YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/XoOI2qp8QNQ

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 11/12/2021
    Product Iron Forge
    From Bismarck, ND
    About Me Motiv Regional Staff Member
    Rating 5.0
    FORGE PEARL!!!!

    I was very excited to see this ball come through the line as I have been waiting for a pearl forge for since the original Forge came out. This coverstock from the Ripcord Velocity and this same Detonator core that has been used in the Forge line is a great pairing. The Iron Forge that I drilled is very clean through the fronts and very quick off the spot down lane although very controllable. I was roughly 3-4 left of where I normally play with the Velocity with about the same break point down lane. I did try a couple different lines of attack and the deeper I got the better the ball got for me. This is exactly what Nick Pahr said it was "Strongest pearl symmetric ever by MOTIV"

    Layout - 55x5x35
    Revrate - 430-450
    Ball Speed - 17mph
    PAP - 5" over 1/2" up

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 11/11/2021
    Product Iron Forge
    From Spring Hill, Fl
    About Me Motiv Regional Staff
    Rating 5.0
    Iron Forge

    This ball is a great addition to the medium/heavy oil part of my bag. Strong, predictable motion with a lot of drive.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 11/09/2021
    Product Iron Forge
    From Rancho Cordova, Ca
    About Me Vise staff, Motiv Staff
    Rating 5.0
    Iron Forge!!

    Introducing the all new Iron Forge!
    The forge series has been one of my favorites from Motiv. From the Forge fire, to the Forge flare. This ball has always had a place in my Arsenal. Now with the Infusion Pearl MVP coverstock, mixed with the well balanced Detonator core. This ball is faster responding but yet even rolling ball that creates a unique must have shape in your arsenal. The layout I used is 50X4.375X5. (pin in my ring).
    Comparing this ball to the Ripcord Velocity I find it to be overall stronger with a more even rolling stable shape. The Velocity is cleaner and does not handle the volume quite as well as the Iron Forge. The Iron Forge is a unique must have in anyone’s arsenal!

    I would recommend this to a friend

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