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Jackal Ambush

Item Number: MTVBJKAMB

$234.9953 Read Reviews

1/11/2023

The newest predator in the vicious Jackal line, the Jackal Ambush will catch opponents off guard with its strength and control of its environment. This ultra-strong beast pushes the boundaries of ball motion and hook in oil, providing a smooth and controlled ball motion, even in the heaviest concentrations. The Jackal Ambush allows you to go on the hunt, knowing that you have the strength behind you to dominate.

The Jackal Ambush introduces the release of a brand new coverstock system; Leverage Solid Reactive. Leverage is formulated to be smoother down lane and stronger in the oil than the Coercion coverstock systems previously used for this ball motion. This is the most aggressive coverstock system ever developed in the MOTIV ball line.

Paired with this new system is the proven Predator V2 core. Used in the legendary Jackal Ghost and the Alpha Jackal used by Wesley Low to shoot 900, the Predator V2 is ideal in heavy oil conditions when a high performance, asymmetrical core is necessary. The low RG and high differential give a fast spinning and dynamic core design, capable of huge amounts flare.

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - For speed dominant bowlers, traction and guaranteed hook are so important. The Jackal Ambush is a must for bowlers who are speed dominant. With oil volumes increasing, bowlers with a lot of speed or lower rev rates benefit from increased differential, asymmetry, and stronger cores. The Jackal Ambush checks all of the boxes for bowlers needing help creating shape on the lanes.
  • Balanced Bowlers - Balanced bowlers will use the Jackal Ambush when in need of the most control and traction possible. For balanced bowlers competing on very high volumes or looking to start further in on a house pattern, the Jackal Ambush will do the trick, offering a smooth and predictable motion.
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - For rev dominant bowlers, the Jackal Ambush is a control ball for the absolute lowest friction environments. For these bowlers needing control, a shinier finish may be necessary, but the control offered by the Leverage Solid Reactive coverstock paired with the Predator V2 could be advantageous if angular pieces feel like they go everywhere on fresh oil.

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockPredator™ V2 Asymmetric
  • Cover StockLeverage™ Solid Reactive
  • Finish1000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length43
  • Backend68
  • Hook85
  • Flare Potential7"+

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .047Int. Differential .013

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .054Int. Differential .015

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.51Max Differential .049Int. Differential .014

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.57Max Differential .040Int. Differential .011

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.64Max Differential .030Int. Differential .010
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Reviews 5.0 (Based on 53 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 08/21/2023
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Hudsonville, MI
    About Me League Bowler
    Rating 5.0
    Unbelievable

    I finally found a ball to compliment the Ghost. This ball is a freak on the lane. Leave to MOTIV to make the magic happen.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 07/29/2023
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Spartanburg, South Carolina
    About Me Casual Bowler just getting into more serious bowling
    Rating 5.0
    I love this ball

    Did some research on balls online. Decided to buy the 14lb Jackal Ambush because of my style of bowling. Took a little getting used to since all I have known is house balls. Went from averaging 115-120ish with house balls to bowling a 160 and 2 180s last week. This ball loves to find the pocket and will power through even if you miss your mark a little. I may be a new customer but long as Motiv keeps making quality balls like this I will be a loyal customer.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 07/26/2023
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Greenbelt, MD
    Rating 5.0
    Ambush the Competition!

    Core: Predator™ V2
    Type: Asymmetrical
    Coverstock: Leverage Solid Reactive
    Box Finish: 1000 LSS

    Bowler Stats:
    Right-handed
    Ball Speed: 16.5mph
    PAP: 5 3/8” and ¼" Up
    Layout: 70 x 5 x 35

    Strengths

    Jackal Ambush has an incredibly early footprint on the lanes. With its 1000 grit Leverage Solid reactive coverstock the Jackal Ambush reads the lane much earlier than any ball in our current lineup. Jackal Ambush has the Predator V2 core. This core is a strong asymmetrical core that has exceptionally low RG at 2.47, high flare potential with a differential at 0.054, and an intermediate differential of 0.015.

    Weaknesses

    Jackal Ambush is intended for heavier and longer oil patterns. Light oil or patterns with lower oil volumes that open quickly are not good for this ball.

    Overall Summary

    Jackal Ambush is a big and aggressive piece in MOTIV’s bowling ball lineup. When you need something to read a very heavy and long pattern. This ball is it! The traction this ball provides, and the movement that the core produces makes this one of the best balls for tougher flatter conditions. For the league bowlers that like big aggressive bowling balls you will feel at home with this piece. The bowlers with houses with less than desirable oil conditions, I would suggest you change the cover from 1000 grit to 4000 grit. I have witnessed this ball looking good in these conditions with 1500 grit and polished. So do not be afraid to experiment with the cover to fine tune it to your needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 07/18/2023
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Cockeysville
    Rating 5.0
    It's an AMBUSH

    Core: Predator™ V2
    Type: Asymmetrical
    Coverstock: Leverage Solid Reactive
    Box Finish: 1000 LLS
    Video: https://youtu.be/hiqCiJKOcso
    Layout: 65 x 5 ½ x 30

    Strengths
    Jackal Ambush provides a efficient reaction at the breakpoint for it being such a dull ball, at 1000 grit sanded the Leverage Solid Reactive coverstock gives it the traction needed on heavier patterns.
    Jackal Ambush has impressive continuation and will provide you with options to open your launch angles, its large flare potential, aggressive coverstock, and box finish to assist you creating area.
    Jackal Ambush is user friendly to a variety of styles giving you strong continuation and heavy traction ball motion.
    Weaknesses
    Jackal Ambush needs oil, as the pattern fades it will force you to oil chase and force feeding it into the pattern is ill advised. Drier patterns are not considered to be favorable to Jackal Ambush.

    Overall Summary
    Jackal Ambush is a snow tire and should be used and treated as such, I’m a huge fan of snow tires because of the traction it provides and how quickly I can destroy a patten. I have had multiple successes using Jackal Ambush in league as long as I was willing to chase to oil and willing to open my angles, if I was not willing to do that my only option was to ball down because Leverage Solid Reactive is just that big. I believe everyone needs a snow tire in their arsenal and Jackal Ambush does not disappoint, Ambush your opponents without regret or warning.
    Your game will thank you for it.
    K.C. White II
    Motiv Staff

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 06/04/2023
    Product Jackal Ambush
    From Lake Forest
    About Me 50 year bowler, Ball Speed 15+ Rev Rate 375+
    Rating 5.0
    Smooth Rolling - Strong Backend Movement - Great Continuation

    I purchased my first MOTIV Ball on a recommendation for MOTIV Staff Member Steve Gallegos. I went with the Asym Solid Ambush as I was needing a ball for the Heavy Oil on Sport Patterns. This was the easiest ball to control in the mid lane and backend I have ever thrown on heavy fresh oil. On a 4 game set this ball carried everything.... Late, Light, Flush, Heavy..... drilled 40x4x40

    I would recommend this to a friend

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