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Forge

Item Number: MTVBFGKRS

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1/14/2019 (Retired 12/9/2020)

The all new Forge™ is the strongest symmetrical ball ever created by MOTIV®.   Born from the fires of the Revolt™, the Forge™ is built for a smooth motion on medium-heavy oil conditions.  Creating impressive control and outstanding continuation, casual bowlers will love the massive hook potential and competitive bowlers will appreciate the control.

The brand new Detonator™ weight block provides a low RG and high differential to create easy revs and massive amounts of flare.  Reverb™ outer core material surrounds the new Detonator™ core to provide explosive hitting power.

One of the strongest covers ever developed by MOTIV®, Coercion™ HFS provides traction in the heaviest of oil, a smooth response to friction, and outstanding continuation.  The Forge™ is tuned with a 3000 Grit LSS finish to complement the motion created by Coercion HFS reactive technology.  

 

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockDetonator™ Symmetric
  • Cover StockCoercion™ HFS
  • Finish3000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length53
  • Backend73
  • Hook70
  • Flare Potential5"+

  • 16

    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

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.62Max Differential .032
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  1. 01/14/2019
    Product Forge
    From WA State
    About Me MOTIV Staff
    Rating 5.0
    MOTIV Forge

    Forged from fire and built to hook!!

    The Detonator core has a low radius of gyration and when it's pared with a higher differential you can get larger track flares plus a really smooth response when it reads the friction. The Coercion HFS cover grips in heavy oil and has outstanding continuation.

    I decided to drill this the exact same as my Venom Shock(60x30x5). The Venom Shock has been a great benchmark ball because of it being faster through the front part of the lane for me and now with the Forge being stronger upfront and a bit slower down lane, when I open up my angles, I don't see the ball over hook when touching friction. I like the out of the box finish because it's slower through the front part of the lane and still has the energy to get back to the pocket. This ball compliments my Venom Shock and I am very pleased with its performance.

    I recommend this to a friend for sure.

    MOTIV Staff
    James Turner

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 01/13/2019
    Product Forge
    From Mattapoisett, MA
    Rating 5.0
    Big Symmetrical Piece

    Motiv Bowling introduces the Forge. Featuring a brand new core, the Detonator Core, wrapped with the Coercion HFS(High Friction Solid) coverstock, the Forge is a very strong and continuous symmetrical ball.

    As I started to throw this ball, I could immediately see how this ball is compared to the Revolt Havoc. It provides that same smooth, consistent shape that fans of the Havoc will remember. It is clean through the heads but gets into a very heavy mid lane roll. The difference between the two balls is noticeable however. This ball clearly has more down lane than my Havoc ever did. Where my Havoc had a tendency to flat 10 this ball rips through the pocket.

    This is a ball I can see me using once my Trident Abyss starts losing energy. On sport/tournament patterns this ball will really help you control the lane front to back without having to open up your angles too much.

    Matt Rayner
    Motiv Staff Member

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 01/12/2019
    Product Forge
    From Pinehurst,NC
    Rating 5.0
    All I can say is WOW!

    I drilled this ball with the pin in the ring finger and let me tell you that this ball is very versatile on all patterns. I rolled the Forge on the viper oil pattern as soon as I drilled it and shot an 1100 for 5 games. The Forge responded to the condition perfectly. The next night I bowled in league and shot 750. (TPHS). No surface changes, I stayed with it the whole night. This ball will be with me every where I bowl!!!!!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 01/06/2019
    Product Forge
    From Corning, NY
    About Me Motiv Staff Member
    Rating 5.0
    Super round and amazing continuation!!!

    This ball has won me over in every way! Extremely strong cover from the Trident Abyss and a brand new early rolling high flaring core to make our strongest Symmetric ball ever! This ball drives through the pins like a monster, is super round, and is the perfect step down from when the Abyss loses a little too much energy. This ball is just great in all aspects! It's great on every lane condition, strong enough for long, blends the lane perfectly for medium, and hook-stops on short.
    This ball is extremely versatile and if you were a fan of the Revolt series, you need to get one of these ASAP!!

    Anthony Evans,
    MOTIV Staff member

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 01/05/2019
    Product Forge
    From Coral Springs, FL
    About Me PBA Regional Champion, Former College PotY & National Sport Bowling High Average Champion
    Rating 5.0
    The MOTIV Forge never quits!

    The MOTIV Forge is a high-end big-bending symmetric ball. The thing I liked most about the Forge is how it never seems to quit. It never loses energy. It never rolls out. The core on this ball is a great match to the coverstock, which is strong but not overpowering. This ball will grab in the oil, but not so much that you can't find a line to use it on.

    It's also very friendly towards drill patterns, versatility and coverstock changes. I think you can tailor this ball to be whatever you need it to be, and that's a rare find in this day and age of super-specialized bowling equipment. Even with the strong nature of this ball, don't be surprised to find it's the first ball out of your bag on all but the driest conditions.

    I can't imagine there are many styles out there, if any, that wouldn't have a place for a Forge in their bag.

    Jeff Piroozshad
    MOTIV Staffer

    I would recommend this to a friend