The 900 Global Sublime Focus is built to take your game to the next level on medium to heavy oil conditions. Released on September 20th, 2024, this ball continues the legacy of its predecessor, the 900 Global Sublime, with notable line upgrades.
The new Reserve Blend 804™ Solid Reactive coverstock and Immersed™ Symmetric A.I. Core deliver the perfect combination of control, strength, and consistency through the pins. Its 2000-Grit Abralon® finish ensures superior traction, making the 900 Global Sublime Focus a go-to option for bowlers seeking predictable, powerful ball motion
In this review, we’ll explore the 900 Global Sublime Focus’ strengths, weaknesses, and performance across various lane conditions to determine whether this ball is a must-have for your bowling ball arsenal.
Short 900 Global Sublime Focus Review
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The 900 Global Sublime Focus is designed to thrive on medium to heavy oil conditions, offering smooth, controlled motion thanks to its Immersed™ Symmetric A.I. Core and Reserve Blend 804™ Solid Reactive coverstock. Featuring a 2000-Grit Abralon® finish, this ball grips the lane early, providing traction and control without sacrificing backend power. Whether you're playing on fresh oil or transitioning lanes, the 900 Global Sublime Focus delivers predictable and strong motion, making it an excellent choice for bowlers who value control and consistency.
Key Specifications
Coverstock Type: Reactive Solid
Coverstock Name: Reserve Blend 804
Core Type: Symmetrical
Core Name: Immersed Symmetric A.I.
Box Finnish: 2000 Abralon
Best For: Heavy oil
RG: 2.47
Total Diff: 0.056
Definitions
Asymmetrical core - Asymmetric bowling ball deliver sharper, more angular motion when meeting friction.
Symmetrical core - Symmetric bowling balls produce a soft, controllable motion.
Radius of gyration (RG) - The higher RG, the more back-end motion a bowling ball will produce, as high RG ball skids more and tends to conserve more power for the further part of the lane.
Total Diff - the difference between low RG (X axis) and high RG (Y axis).
Intermediate Diff - only found in asymmetrical balls, as it is the difference between the high RG (Y axis) and intermediate RG (Z axis).
First Impressions of the 900 Global Sublime Focus Bowling Ball
The 900 Global Sublime Focus immediately grabs your attention with its sleek design and impressive specs. The combination of the Reserve Blend 804™ Solid Reactive coverstock and Immersed™ Symmetric A.I. Core offers a well-balanced ball that performs well on medium to heavier oil conditions. With its low RG and higher differential, the Sublime Focus delivers early lane traction and a strong, continuous move through the pins, making this ball a stronger contender on heavy oil compared to the hybrid coverstock of the 900 Global Sublime.
Lane Performance
We had two testers – a speed-dominant one-hander and a rev-dominant two-hander – throw the 900 Global Sublime Focus on different lane conditions: heavy, medium, and dry oil patterns. We also compared its performance against the 900 Global Sublime to see how it stands out.
900 Global Sublime Focus on Heavy Oil
The 900 Global Sublime Focus demonstrated excellent lane grip and strong mid-lane control. The speed-dominant one-hander noticed that the 900 Global Sublime Focus delivered earlier mid-lane read than the original 900 Global Sublime, which tended to skid longer due to Hybrid coverstock. Our two-hander tester found the ball easy to push through the oil and appreciated how much energy it retained for a strong pin reaction.
Comparison: While the OG 900 Global Sublime struggled with heavy oil, especially without surface adjustments, the 900 Global Sublime Focus thrived in these conditions thanks to its sharper backend and more aggressive core design.
900 Global Sublime Focus on Medium Oil
Both testers found the 900 Global Sublime Focus to be highly responsive on medium oil. The core allowed for a more aggressive angular motion at the breakpoint. The 900 Global Sublime was smoother and more controllable, excelling in mid-lane performance with a continuous arc to the pins., while the 900 Global Sublime Focus allowed more open angles and a quicker response to friction, especially in the backend.
Comparison: The 900 Global Sublime was more predictable on medium oil, whereas the 900 Global Sublime Focus offered more flexibility with larger angles and sharper motion downlane.
900 Global Sublime Focus on Dry/Short Oil
Neither ball is ideal for dry conditions, but both could be controlled with the right adjustments. The 900 Global Sublime’s hybrid coverstock allowed for smoother transitions in the dry part of the lane, whereas the 900 Global Sublime Focus tended to overreact in the dry, requiring deeper positioning and more control over entry angles.
Overall Impression of the 900 Global Sublime Focus Bowling Ball
The 900 Global Sublime Focus is a reliable, versatile ball that performs well on medium to heavy oil conditions. Its combination of the Immersed™ Symmetric A.I. Core and Reserve Blend 804™ Solid Reactive coverstock provides predictable, powerful ball motion, making it an excellent option for bowlers who prioritize control and consistency. Whether you’re playing on fresh heavy oil or facing challenging transitions, the 900 Global Sublime Focus delivers the strength and adaptability you need.
Detailed Evaluation of the 900 Global Sublime Focus Bowling Ball
After thorough testing, the 900 Global Sublime Focus proves to be an exceptional choice for bowlers facing a variety of lane conditions. It offers a perfect balance of control, traction, and strong backend motion, making it a reliable addition to any bowler’s arsenal. The Immersed Symmetric A.I. Core and Reserve Blend 804™ Solid Reactive coverstock deliver consistent performance, especially in medium to heavy oil environments. Its adaptability makes it a benchmark ball, ideal for competitive league play or house tournaments with more oil. For those seeking versatility and dependable reaction, the 900 Global Sublime Focus is well worth considering.
