Question: What’s the difference between low RG and high RG cores?

Answer:

Low RG cores make the ball start rolling earlier (good on drier lanes). High RG cores let the ball skid longer before hooking (better on heavy oil). Most beginners prefer medium-to-low RG for easier control.

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