Mythic Jackal

Item Number: MTVBJKNBS

56 Read Reviews

3/20/2022

Meet the Mythic Jackal, a new kind of hybrid.  Our engineering goal with this ball was to create as much angle as possible while still providing true heavy oil performance attributes.  So often, shiny asyms are only ideal for moderate conditions so we set out to create a different kind of animal.  Now, when high volume patterns begin to transition and you need to create angle, the Mythic Jackal with 2:1 hybrid technology delivers exactly what you need.

The Predator™ V2 is the gold standard for high performance core design and it’s at the center of the Mythic Jackal.  It’s the same core found in the Jackal Ghost, the longest running asymmetrical bowling ball in the industry, now celebrating a 5-year anniversary!  This low RG / high differential asymmetric core has never before been combined with a hybrid cover stock on a worldwide Jackal release.  The Mythic is the first. 

The Mythic Jackal is also the first to feature Infusion HV 2:1 Hybrid Reactive cover technology. This means the shell features twice as much pearl as solid cover material.  This enables it to create incredible angle down lane without completely sacrificing traction.  The 33% load of solid cover gives the Mythic Jackal a strong footprint on the lane in heavy oil while the 67% load of pearl yields a powerful backend motion.   

When To Use:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers: Bowlers with speed that overwhelms their rev rate will love that the Mythic Jackal™ allows them an angular ball option to use early in the block.  For speed dominant bowlers, pearls are often too clean and many hybrids are designed for higher friction environments.  The Mythic Jackal™ is a true heavy oil ball that speed dominant bowlers will be able to use to see down lane motion before the lanes have been broken down.
     
  • Balanced Bowlers:  For balanced bowlers, having a pearl asymmetric designed for oil is important.  Sometimes, moving into the oil with the “crankers” is advantageous, but without a stable core and stronger cover, the balanced bowlers and tweeners just seem to get overpowered.  The Mythic Jackal™ is designed for that early transition when bowlers start to use steeper angles, but there is still a decent concentration of oil on the lane.
     
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers:  Those with lower ball speed or higher rev rates will love being able to shape the Mythic Jackal™ from the start.  For those unable to use smoother rolling balls designed for oil like the Jackal™ Legacy, Jackal™ Ghost, or Trident™ Odyssey, the added length of the Mythic Jackal™ will provide that much needed length out of the gate.  Rev Dominant bowlers in high friction or moderate volume environments may use the Mythic Jackal™ as their fresh oil ball.
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Specifications

  • Weight BlockPredator™ V2 Asymmetric
  • Cover StockInfusion HV 2:1 Hybrid Reactive
  • Finish5000 Grit LSP
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length70
  • Backend85
  • Hook74
  • 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 56 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 03/31/2022
    Product Mythic Jackal
    From Columbia, South Carolina
    About Me Motiv Regional Staffer
    Rating 5.0
    Highly Versatile

    I have two Mythics drilled. One pin up and the other pin down. I am surprised by how versatile this ball is. I bowl on surfaces that hook quite a bit. Usually, I start with the pin down Mythic. The cleaner cover gets through that front, but the layout and the big core controls the down lane motion. When the fronts really go, I just change to the pin up and open my angles up. I think it tells a lot about a ball when you can have one that locks up the pocket and one that can boom down lane. Typically bowling balls only allow you to do one or the other, not both. Overall, this ball is stronger than the Iron Forge, but not quite as strong as a Pride/Ghost.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 03/27/2022
    Product Mythic Jackal
    From Detroit, MI
    About Me Motiv Staff Member
    Rating 5.0
    First Ball Out of My Bag

    The Mythic Jackal is my favorite ball in the lineup right now. The versatility that this ball offers me, coupled with its complementary attributes when compared to other pieces in the MOTIV lineup this ball is a no brainer, The Ghost is the longest running asym on the market and there is no secret as to why. In time however, I do believe the Mythic could absolutely rival the ghost!
    This ball is quicker through the fronts than the Ghost but still manages to read the midlane in a controllable fashion will maintaining a ton of shape through the pin deck.
    I do not leave home without this one!

    - Zack Colosimo
    - Motiv Staff Member

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 03/23/2022
    Product Mythic Jackal
    From Chesterfield, MI
    Rating 5.0
    Secret Formula

    The new Mythic Jackal is a new addition into the Jackal line that provides bowlers with something we haven’t seen. The 2 part pearl, one part solid hybrid cover has allowed us to see a pearl Jackal, dig into the oil but maintain enough energy down lane to not be super rolly or have a mid-lane reaction. As someone with a low-medium rev rate, the Mythic gives me a new reaction on longer oil patterns because I don’t have to worry about the ball not fighting through the oil, and when a Jackal Ghost hooks too much or is too early, the Mythic gives me the down lane motion I need. Get yours today!

    Motiv Staffer- DJ Rose

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 03/21/2022
    Product Mythic Jackal
    From Muncie, Indiana
    Rating 5.0
    Mythic Jackal Review

    The Mythic Jackal is the newest ball added to the very popular Jackal line.   It has the new strong Infusion HV 2:1 Hybrid Reactive cover and brings back the popular Predator V2 core. The Mythic Jackal creates a lot of down lane hook and is great on fresh and when the lanes start to transition. Designed for heavy oil conditions, the Mythic Jackal is a great piece to add for anyone looking for that versatile hybrid high end piece. This piece is great when a Jackal Ghost isn’t enough ball down lane and need something thats going to save energy in the front part of the lane and be faster response option down lane.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 03/21/2022
    Product Mythic Jackal
    From Cold Spring MN
    About Me Motiv Staff
    Rating 5.0
    Mythic Jackal

    Best polished Jackal to date. First Motiv polished ball that I didn’t have to adjust the surface on ever. Whatever the hybrid combination it is spot on, the Mythic gets though carry down like nothing I have thrown in 5 years. A lot can be said about a ball that a player can count on to turn the corner every time. Just enough midlane to get the ball started and the Hybrid cover keeps the ball continuing. Definitely something special.

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