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Product Features & Description
Hammer Taboo
SKU: HAM029744-338
Brand: Hammer Bowling


HIGH PERFORMANCE
- Color: Black/Purple/Blue All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Coverstock: Grand Theft Reactive
- Core: High Mass-Bias Gas Mask Core
- Factory Finish: 800/1000/2000/2000 Abralon
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- RG: 16#-2.51, 15#-2.50, 14#-2.49, 13#-2.53, 12#-2.60
- RG Differential: 16#-.049, 15#-.060, 14#-.057, 13#-.055, 12#-.039
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium/Heavy to Heavy Oil
- Description: Hammer Bowling’s original rule breaker is at it again. Introducing the hot new Taboo. First we started with the venerable Black Widow core. Then we wrapped it in our brand new Grand Theft Reactive Coverstock. And, as if that wasn’t enough, It’s our first ball to be poured with our game-changing HD color process. What’s that mean for you? Far more hook and continuation in the backend culminating in a ball that just strikes more.
Avg. Customer Rating:4.8 stars
(based on 39 reviews) Reviewers described themselves as: League bowler (35), Casual bowler (3), Competitive athlete (1)
  • Pros
    • Attractive (27)
    • Flawless surface (25)
    • Great weight (17)
    • Comfortable grip (15)
  • Cons
    • Flaws in surface (2)
  • Best Uses
    • Local bowling alley (32)
    • Tournaments (27)
    • Upgrade (20)
Already own the Hammer Taboo bowling ball? Write a Review REVIEWED BY 39 CUSTOMERS sort by:
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
**Update** Previous Reviewer By modgy28 from Sterling Heights, MI
Reviewed on: 7/11/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Attractive Design, Carries well, Finishes Strong Cons:Needs lots of cleaning, A Lot of Maintenance Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I was one of the first users to write a review on this ball. The balls was amazing right out of the box. After 40-50 games it does lose its aggressiveness. The pores in the ball suck up so much oil that it constantly has to be wiped down, cleaned, and dulled. I have also considered boiling the ball to suck out the oil. If maintained the ball can be great. If not, you will be disappointed. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[18 of 19 customers found this review helpful]
joey By joey law from san antonio texas
Reviewed on: 12/20/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface Cons:None Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend great ball shot a 254 215 208 breaks just the way i want it too best ball out of my bag. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[26 of 28 customers found this review helpful]
I would buy this product again and again By Bryan "hammer time" from Peoria, IL
Reviewed on: 12/19/2010 Verified Reviewer Cons:Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball is great in oil! I was throwing the pure physics and was having trouble getting ball back to hole in oil..(I do throw a pretty fast ball) but was just struggling in oily conditions. I got this ball and moved 5 n 4 left and ball still was driving. The ball just dont stop hooking!! LOVE THIS BALL...its well worth the money!!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[13 of 14 customers found this review helpful]
joey By joey law from san antonio texas
Reviewed on: 12/21/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface Cons:None Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend roll out of the box 228 254 211 great ball had it drill to go long it hits like a bomb,you will love these ball highly recommend it get one. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[9 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
Very Happy! By Kevin Andrew from Kirtland Hills, Ohio
Reviewed on: 2/16/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I was extremely happy with this purchase! Lately I've been in a rut where I was bowling 160s and 170s... and the first 7 throws with my new Taboo were all strikes! I'm more consistent and my league average is rapidly increasing. I absolutely recommend this to anyone. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[11 of 13 customers found this review helpful]
BACKEND! By Mayo from Lawrence, NY
Reviewed on: 12/30/2010 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend i was a little skeptic at first because i have never thrown a hammer ball because i am a storm/roto grip guy. but when i got this as a present, i thought, might as well. when i threw this, talk about back end reaction. this went from board 1 to right in the pocket as a buzzsaw. i was standing at the left gutter cap doing so. this ball is a must have. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[8 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
Hammer Time Again By Gar from Troy, MI
Reviewed on: 1/5/2011 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend League Bowler in the 215 range. Shot 653 and 729 out of the box the first two nights. Had a Verapapa 300 with 13 in a row. Great rolling ball with high hook and finish. Had a Hammer Jigsaw Corner which was just as Awesome. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[7 of 9 customers found this review helpful]
Taboo Rocks By Bubba from Redlands California
Reviewed on: 1/19/2011 Unverified Pros:Great pin action, Hits SUPER hard, Attractive Design, Great on heavy oil Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade, Tournaments Describe Yourself:Casual Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This balls works GREAT on heavy oil pattern where my old ball would slide and not hook. The ball hits harder than anything I have ever rolled--- Went 602 right out of the Pro Shop :<) Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[10 of 13 customers found this review helpful]
Ball paid for itself in first week... By modgy28 from Sterling Heights, MI
Reviewed on: 2/16/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Finishes Strong, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Great reaction Cons:None Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I bought the ball to be a more aggressive compliment to what I already had(Storm Reign). Out the box I shoot 732, 723, 711...210 average bowler. I have gotten a 200% return on my money in 3 weeks. Highly recommend this ball....just don't get slow with it. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[11 of 15 customers found this review helpful]
WOW! An Awesome Ball! By "Angel Dust" from Houston, Texas
Reviewed on: 12/28/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball is very accurate and hard hitting even when you miss your target by 5 boards, its very generous. I first seen this ball thrown by a PBA bowler in the 2010 World Champion ship. This person beat all bowlers and commeted, "You need to go out get you a Taboo", and well I sure did. I dont regret it at all. I had it drill to go long and also polished. I almost bowled a perfect 300 Sunday 12/26/10. I Love this ball, now you need to go out and get you a "Taboo". Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[7 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
Amazing By Knock-em-down from Waterloo IA
Reviewed on: 2/4/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Cons:None Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I bought this ball after a team member did. The best purchase I have made in a long time. About a 165 average and never had a 600 series until the first night out with this ball. 204 209 202 for a 615. The ball in strong in the oil and get it close to the pocket and watch them fall. It hits so much harder and gives great results. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Completely Excellent By Jeremy U. from Pearland, TX
Reviewed on: 11/12/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Useful on any oil, Attractive Design, Reacts excellent, Comfortable Grip Cons:Scratches up easily Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade, Great for any skill level Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Excellent, except It is really scratched up after 1 week of use. I do not loft and I throw 14mph, so I am confused as to how this is possible. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Finally By 800at last from Owensboro KY
Reviewed on: 4/21/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Have been bowling since I was 12 years old and have use all kinds of balls. Even owned the original Black Hammer when it first came out. Over the last few years have been using Storm products, but the Taboo has made me reconsider my choices. The Taboo does excatly what you have it drilled to do. Had mine drilled to travel futher down the lane before finishing hard. I could not be happier with the results. The wieght and balance on the ball is very comfortable. The power with which it hits reminds me alot of the first Hammer. You get very good pin reaction. The ball seems to hold it line even when the shot starts to break down. Just slight moves with your feet allow you to get the same reaction from the ball. The only draw back I have found with the ball and it is a small one. Is in older houses that still have wooden lanes the ball will start to finish to hard after a few games have been bowled on the lanes. But this could be partly because of the way I have it drilled. Over all I could not be happier with the ball and will continue to use Hammer products in the future. Also after 42 years of bowling and many high 700 series I shot my first 800 with the Taboo. So if you are looking for a new ball I highly reccomend the Taboo from Hammer. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Stuck on Hammer now... By Davie Boy from Kansas City, Missouri
Reviewed on: 3/13/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great reaction, Flawless Surface Cons:Can't think of any Best Uses:Upgrade, Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:Casual Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend First time using a Hammer and I shoot a 279, 257, and a 225. Enough said, I'm sold... Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

GREAT BALL By NO THUMB RILEY from MODESTO CA..
Reviewed on: 3/19/2011 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend USE A FRIENDS TABOO FIRST GAME 205, THEN WENT 300,297 23 IN A ROW 802...CANT WAIT TO GET MINE. REAL STONG BACK END & CLEAN THOUGH THE FRONT. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Hammer Taboo Does Wonders By Mr. Clutch from Corona, California
Reviewed on: 2/21/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Great Weight, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Lets just start out by saying the ball does wonders. Out of the box rolled 269, 265, 225 for a 759 series I average a 210. seems like even when you miss your mark it still comes back the ball is amazing definitly a new favorite great job Hammer. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

great product By ron unlimited from sun city west, arizona
Reviewed on: 1/27/2011 Verified Reviewer Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Have been a Hammer user for the last 15 years and more than satisfied but because of couple year layoff upgrading equip. and excited to get into the properly oiled lanes with thius new Taboo. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

LOVE THIS BALL By The REF from Marion, Ohio
Reviewed on: 1/11/2011 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, WOW Cons:ZERO Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend The Hammer TABOO has great backend hook so if you miss your mark it will take it to the pocket,very good movement,easy to throw same shot each time Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Had to buy a 2nd one!!! By busdriver1119 from Largo, MD
Reviewed on: 3/12/2011 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Great Weight, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I was a typical Storm product user only. Saw others using the Taboo and decided to try it myself. 215 to 220 average bowler and when I bought this ball my average over the last 2 1/2 months has been between 230 and 255 each night. 625 has been my lowest set over the last couple of months and normally a bad night. Love this ball so much I went out and got another one. Now thinking about a 3rd. Hammer is about to reshape my bowling bags. Great job. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Nothing hits like a hammer By Tank from Whitsett, NC
Reviewed on: 7/12/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:League, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Nothing hits like a hammer and they mean it. Right out of the box drilled to go long and have nice back end. First game 286 !! then 250 !! amazing arch and when it breaks it never stops. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

new hammer fan!! By sparky from readsburg, wi
Reviewed on: 4/14/2011 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface Best Uses:Upgrade, Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend always threw storm and roto grip. had this ball for 3 weeks. out of the box bowled a 665 series/ 211,238,216 but im normally a 189 average bowler. great backend and amazing forgiveness. needs to be on oil doesnt like dry lanes Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

EXcellent ball By LOVe the taboo from SPfld ma
Reviewed on: 2/23/2011 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Great ball I had my first game of a 289 with this ball it hits like a hammer it holds it speed and energy it clean the deck Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Taboo By DJSPEN2 from Kalamazoo, MI
Reviewed on: 4/14/2011 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Great Weight Cons:None Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This is a great ball for scoring and putting up numbers. The ball is so great Im going to buy another one to take to Nationals out in Reno, NV with me. Got to love Hammer!!!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Good ball By Kevin from Fremont ohio
Reviewed on: 4/6/2011 Unverified Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Great ball, shot 820 out of box in a tourney then in league shot 750 and 812 Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best ball I ever purchased By Entimidator from Danville,IL.
Reviewed on: 7/12/2011 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface, Great Weight, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Awsome,purchased 2 months ago.183 avg.bowler.Now 200 plus.Hit the mark it will hit the pocket,even if I'm a little off.Even friends I bowl with can't believe the reaction.Great pin carry all the way thru.Can't wait for season to start.Thank you for a perfect ball,perfect game not yet.Ten in arow,286.Entimidator. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best Bowling Decision in a year.... By Doug from Ogden/SLC Utah
Reviewed on: 3/4/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I was NOT bowling well on the house patterns at three different bowling alleys.... I'm a 190 avg and the shot always seemed very oily and I could never seem to get my ball to move the way I wanted it too.....ORIGINALLY considering a Jigsaw I bought the ball to give me SOMETHING that would move in oil and allow me to bowl the line that I prefer to throw. Threw 2-220 plus games right out of the pro-shop in an unfamiliar bowling alley..... Next weekend same house threw 12 game tournament -212 avg. First tournament game was 257... IMMEDIATELY bought one for the wife. SINCE my purchase my last 7 series were 600 plus.... 4 640 plus last one 670. I have had more strike strings with this ball regardless of the house shot than any of my other balls.....8 in a row last game with 279 . It allows me to swing it out or go direct at the pocket..... seems to be easier to throw and more forgiving than my other balls (both Hammers - Bite & Sting). Thrown slower in heavy oil it comes alive in the backend...... Good luck to all.... Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

ball is obeis it has a huge back end By Ball pounds it like pink from St. Louis, Missouri
Reviewed on: 1/15/2012 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Rolling on glass, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Upgrade, Tournaments, Synthetic Lanes, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This is the best bowling ball i have ever seen I am 14 and just bowled my first 300 with it. I will always keep this ball. I do bowl with two hands and stand all the way to the left so i may throw it with way more curve but i also rip the ball down there and it just keeps coming back. Cant wait to go to the next hi skool bowling meet. I thot i bowled a gutter ball and it came back so hard and i kept my strike string going. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

This hammer hits hard By Scoop from Jax,Fl
Reviewed on: 1/26/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:Casual Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I'm an average casual bowler (168) and this ball has taken my game up a knoch. Out of the box I bowled a 217, 219 and 188. This ball is very forgiving and it runs to the pocket like it's meant to hit there. Strong on the backend. This ball is aggressive and will hook so always be ready. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

love the taboo ! By THUNDER96USSSA"C"WORLDCHAMPS from GLENDORA, CA
Reviewed on: 6/12/2011 Verified Buyer Pros:Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I LOVE THIS BALL ! IT WORKS GREAT ON ALL LANE CONDITIONS (FOR ME ) I AM A DEUCE BOWLER TO BEGIN WITH BUT I REALLY LIKE THE WAY THIS BALL PERFORMS AND IT HITS LIKE A TRUCK ! ONE HAPPY CUSTOMER HERE, THANKS ! TRACY Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Taboo=winning By mike from NJ
Reviewed on: 4/24/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This is truly one of the hardest hitting balls out there. Had a jacked before this and it was great but it does not compare to this fine product. As a lefty, i always played around 13-15, but this thing has me playing around 20. Hammer has done it again. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great ball with a lot of bang By Jim from Strawberry, AZ
Reviewed on: 7/19/2011 Verified Buyer Pros:Hits hard with power Cons:None Best Uses:Heavy oil Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Strong back end. Raised my consistent score by twenty pins right out of the box. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

great ball By chris from salt lake city utah
Reviewed on: 8/2/2011 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface Cons:Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line: great ball out of the box 290-268-275 Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

this ball is great ;glen By mutant from redding ca
Reviewed on: 2/12/2011 Verified Reviewer Cons:Na Best Uses:Upgrade Describe Yourself:Pro Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend what can i say ; xxxxxxxxxxxx 300 game with taboo Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great for Long slick patterns By Hoss from Columbus, Ohio
Reviewed on: 1/17/2012 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Great Weight Best Uses:Upgrade, Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I needed a ball that I could use on a really heavy oiled lane condition and came home with this ball. I used it the last 2 weeks for the 1st game only and it has worked flawlessly.(268 and 269) I use a ton of revs when I bowl and love playing the inside of the lanes buy with confidence. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great ball By Kevin from Fremont ohio
Reviewed on: 4/6/2011 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line: Shot 820 out of box in tourney with it then 750 and 812 in league... I carry around 220 to 225 average but would recommend this ball to anyone Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

It's everything Hammer claims it is, By Big George from Pittsgrove, New Jersey
Reviewed on: 3/26/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Great Weight Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Image Submitted by Reviewer:Customer Image (It's everything Hammer claims it is,) I need a high performance ball to handle the heavy, longer patterns. This is that ball. I have no problem running this thing down the lane smoothly. Once it hits the backend it's off for the pocket. Out of curiousity I ran this down the center of the lane, where more oil was laying, and well, to put it bluntly: "This thing'll cut through ice." Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

a monster! By Don from Flint, MI
Reviewed on: 2/27/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Fantastic reaction, Great Weight, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend What a fun ball! I dont own this one but I tried it out during an Ebonite Demo Day at my local lanes. the balls were drilled with Generic spans and switchable grips so the fit wasnt perfect but it was enough to get a feel for the ball. This ball has some insane reaction to it. I regularly throw a Storm Reign (R.Hand) and stand on the 20 and throw on the 2nd arrow. With THIS ball I was standing over the left gutter and throwing it across the 3rd arrow. it would almost kiss the right gutter then explode into the pocket. Its a little intense for regular use. obviously you would only need it if the lanes were floating in oil but its a nice addiction if you want to live the crazy life and watch your ball do a 90 degree turn :) Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best ball I've used in years By Doug from Lawton, Oklahoma
Reviewed on: 7/16/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Very Predicable, Great Control Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I've had zero problems adjusting to this ball and it sure is a joy to bowl with. My first couple of weeks getting familiar and practicing with the Taboo have shown me that my average is in for a big jump. On average, my game scores have increased by over 40 pins a game! I was expecting some growing pains as I got adjusted to a ball with a more agressive hook but the break to the pocket is very smooth and easy to adjust for changing lane conditions. I just go thru my motions and give the ball a little more room on the outside and watch it do the rest of the work as it comes back hard into the pocket. I'm very pleased with this product and you will to. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Read and React By Taboo world from NYC
Reviewed on: 2/7/2012 Verified Reviewer Pros:Easy to read hook Cons:Doesnt make coffee Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I started off with this taboo. Its a ball that will always fight to get back to the pocket. It has a nice hook wich is easy to read. It hooks the most out of all of the taboo balls. The taboo blue silver has a stronger break to the pocket and goes longer. Not as early rolling as the Original Taboo. Then the Jet black which is the blue silver when the lanes dry up. If you like to move left and throw a bigger hook. Then you will love it. You will love owning all of the taboos!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

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