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Primal Shock

Item Number: MTVBPRSHK

$219.99111 Read Reviews

2/22/2023

The most sought after crossover in MOTIV® history is here with the introduction of the Primal™ Shock! Combining two of MOTIV®’s greatest releases, the Primal Rage and Venom Shock, the Primal Shock bowling ball takes the best of both balls to create something truly special. Turmoil MFS cover technology from the Venom Shock and the Impulse V2 core from the Primal Rage combine to provide strong mid-lane traction with plenty of angle down lane. Motiv’s Primal Shock dominates medium to heavy oil conditions, offering a vast array of options to attack the lanes. This is a can’t miss combination that bowlers have been asking for since 2013!

Turmoil MFS technology has been a benchmark for MOTIV, providing moderate mid-lane traction with plenty of down lane motion. Featured in the longest running MOTIV ball of all time, the Venom Shock, this cover perfectly balances control and aggression. This is the pinnacle of benchmark ball motion.

The Primal Shock takes the ultimate benchmark ball motion found in the Venom Shock and amps up performance by pairing it with the strong Impulse V2 core found in the Primal Rage. This core creates incredibly strong down-lane motion and marks a significant upgrade in overall core strength from the Gear core found in the Venom Shock. When paired with the Turmoil MFS cover, the result is a medium-heavy and moderately angular monster that is a must have in every bag.

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - Many speed dominant bowlers are unable to use balls with differentials as low as the Venom Shock. A more dynamic core allows these bowlers to use the same cover stock, but with a motion that suits them. The Primal Shock will be a moderately angular complement to a speed dominant bowler’s benchmark ball. This will be an outstanding first transition ball for bowlers with excessive speed or lower rev rates.
  • Balanced Bowlers - The Venom Shock is a balanced bowler’s dream. It’s been the benchmark ball for those bowlers for years now and will continue to be. Over the years, many balanced bowlers have said that they’d like a more angular Venom Shock and one that could create more down lane motion. The Primal Shock is that ball.
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - The highest rev rate and lowest speed bowlers will use the Primal Shock on fresh oil and high volume patterns when they need to create some angle. Before the rev dominant players can get all the way into the angular pearls, a Primal Shock will allow for easy mid-lane read and moderate angle to start opening up their angles on transitioning lanes.

Whether you’re a bowler who’s more interested in speed, rev, or a balance between the two, Motiv Bowling is here to take care of you the next time you head to the lanes. Whether you just want to have a good time or want to dominate the entire bowling alley, Motiv Bowling is here to help!

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockImpulse™ V2 Symmetric
  • Cover StockTurmoil™ MFS Solid Reactive
  • Finish4000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length68
  • Backend82
  • Hook70
  • Flare Potential5"+

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.54Max Differential .049

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.55Max Differential .050

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.56Max Differential .054

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.60Max Differential .055

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.67Max Differential .040
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Reviews 5.0 (Based on 111 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 02/27/2023
    Product Primal Shock
    From Grand rapids, mi
    Rating 5.0
    Primal Shock

    Picked this ball up on the release date. Shot 265 fresh out of the box. Very smooth and always predictable. Would highly recommend to any level of bowler

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 02/26/2023
    Product Primal Shock
    From Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
    About Me 2 Handed- Rev’s(close to 500 area)/Speed(15-17 MPH)
    Rating 5.0
    This ball is Incredible

    Just picked this ball up on release date, and out of the box shot something like a 198, which for me is pretty good. I thought this ball would be at the top of my bag and would only work on heavy oil conditions. However, upon throwing it many games now, I was confidently able to throw it even on some light conditions and medium oil conditions. I don’t have the exact drilling layout, but I had my PSO drill it to have more length and a more aggressive backend. For me, this ball is great and offers lots of control and versatility, but can still be used on my house’s heaviest conditions. I think I will still look into the Jackal line to get a little bit of a stronger ball for heavy tournament conditions.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 02/25/2023
    Product Primal Shock
    From Toledo, Ohio
    About Me Two handed righty. 575 rpm 19 mph
    Rating 5.0
    Beast

    This ball is hands down one of the best balls I have thrown in over 4 years. Honor score the day it released. Hits the rack and drives through the pins with ease. Provides a smooth backend motion with length as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 02/24/2023
    Product Primal Shock
    From Orlando, FL
    Rating 5.0
    Some balls work really well; some just look badass. This one is both. To 11.

    I know this is sacrilege among Motiv fans, but I have never thrown a Venom Shock. Historically, balls with low RG cores, solid covers, or weaker differentials didn't really match up too well with me. I was always afraid that a Venom Shock would dig in too early and force me left, but then not have enough torque to get back up to the pocket. So, when the Primal was announced, and it literally addressed every single reservation I had about the Venom Shock (higher RG core for length, more differential for better recovery from angle), I couldn't resist.

    First things first: WOW! As a two-hander, I typically end up using weaker equipment that doesn't create too much angle, so I'm not used to seeing much downlane motion. When I threw the first few shots with my Primal, I couldn't believe how effortlessly I was able to glide it over the 3rd-4th arrows and how violently it would slam back from as far out as the 4-5 boards. I almost never play this skid/snap style, but I think it's fair to say I have a reliable ball to learn it on. I have to say, it's nice to shoot 9 pins instead of 10s for a change. :)

    For my drilling, I went 4x4x5 2LS (which is more or less a strong pin-up layout). I wanted to make sure the ball got started stabilizing in the oil, so the 4" pin helps it to get moving a bit more up front. I also wanted it to be able to recover from deep, so the 5" pin-to-cog raised the differential even more. Suffice to say, I got what I asked for. By the end of my first league session with it, I was further left than I've ever been, and it was still coming back with ease.

    If you want a ball to throw at the friction and send headpins flying all over the place, this is your ball. But, if you like smooth, controlled shapes, I would 100% recommend either adding surface or going with a weaker, smoother layout (longer pin-to-pap, pin down). This ball packs a serious punch and is going to go bonkers on you if you go strong on the layout.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 02/23/2023
    Product Primal Shock
    From Gurnee, IL
    Rating 5.0
    New Benchmark Ball

    I think I've found my perfect new benchmark ball. Loved it out of the box. Smooth roll and great longevity as the night went on. Made the transition to the Blue Coral easier when I had to ball down.

    I would recommend this to a friend

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