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Black Venom

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Introducing the Black Venom™, a bold upgrade to the already incredible Venom™ line. This uncompromising new addition features the latest Leverage™ cover technology from the Jackal Ambush, modified for maximum performance on moderate oil volume.  Pairing this new Leverage™ MFS Solid Reactive cover with the Gear™ APG core creates earlier read and unstoppable traction when attacking light-medium oil lane conditions.

The cover stock on the Venom™ Shock has been the gold standard for benchmark performance since its release nine years ago.  As oil volumes have increased over time, the Venom™ Shock appears more angular, so it’s time to take things to the next level.  Upgrading to Leverage MFS technology means the Black Venom has more bite and a smoother motion on the lane, giving you the upper hand when maximum traction is what you need.

At the core of the Black Venom you’ll find the Gear™ APG.  Originally developed to overcome the loss of weight holes in sanctioned play, it’s a uniquely low RG / low differential asymmetric core that delivers performance beyond its price point.  With versatile drilling options, you can create many shapes on the lane with just this one Gear APG core. 

WHEN TO USE:

  • Speed Dominant Bowlers - For bowlers who have always wanted a Venom™, but the previous releases have been too weak or condition specific, the Black Venom™ is ideal. The Black Venom™ is a modern adaptation of the original Venom™ Shock, meaning that it is now stronger and smoother. This should make the Black Venom™ the perfect Venom™ for people too speed dominant for its predecessors.
  • Balanced Bowlers - Bowlers with balanced speed to rev rate ratios will find incredible versatility from the Black Venom™. As in the Venom™ Shock, the real magic in the Black Venom™ is the ability to use it on a multitude of conditions and from shallow to steep angles.
  • Rev Dominant Bowlers - The Black Venom™ is the ideal benchmark ball for a rev dominant bowler. All bowlers need a ball to use as a lane reader that is right in the middle of their arsenal and can be used on most conditions. The moderate strength Leverage™ MFS Solid Reactive paired with such a low differential (.036) in the Gear™ APG is perfect for Rev Dominant bowlers.

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Specifications

  • Weight BlockGear™ APG Asymmetric
  • Cover StockLeverage™ MFS Solid Reactive
  • Finish4000 Grit LSS
  • Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • Length40
  • Backend65
  • Hook58
  • Flare Potential3"+

  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .032Int. Differential .011

  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.47Max Differential .036Int. Differential .013

  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.50Max Differential .033Int. Differential .012

  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.56Max Differential .028Int. Differential .009

  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.63Max Differential .020Int. Differential .007
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Reviews 5.0 (Based on 75 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 05/02/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Dallas TX
    About Me League Bowler
    Rating 5.0
    Wildly Angular

    I pre-ordered this ball and received it 3 days after launch. First game out of the box was a 246 on my 160 average! This ball stores so much energy and is so angular on the back end that even if you miss right it hustles back to the pocket with a passion! It looks soo good rolling down the lane!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 05/01/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Grand Island, NE
    Rating 5.0
    WOW

    Watched a few guys use this in the Nebraska State Tournament and thought there is no way that ball is that smooth. Got mine and saw just how smooth this is. This is a great combination of cover stock and core. We have drilled this for a few different styles in our shop, and it's smooth for everyone. Lots of bowlers wanting this to have fresh for next season. Get your hands on one if you can.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 04/15/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Farmington, MN
    About Me An average high school bowler
    Rating 5.0
    I'm Lovin It

    This ball is truly insane. I've never had something where I could just throw it super close to the gutter and hit a pocket shot when it's thrown. I also just bought Monster tac which goes extremely well with is ball. Highly recommend both products when looking to purchase. This ball has also improved my average up 40 pins.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 04/10/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Raleigh, NC
    About Me Motiv Staff
    Rating 5.0
    BLACK SNAKES ARE GOOD SNAKES

    This ball adds another great product to the Venom line. The asymmetric core helps me early in the league night or at the start of a tournament to blend out the oil in the mid lane and the friction at the end of the pattern. This lends itself to be on the smooth side of ball shapes, but it can still be a trusted ball to move left with. If you were a fan of the Venom Recoil and looking for something that is close, then this could be your answer.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 04/07/2023
    Product Black Venom
    From Kyle, Texas
    About Me Avid bowler considering taking a run at it
    Rating 4.0
    Venom Line (Black)…I feel smarter!!

    Out of the box, freshly drilled for an earlier read, lane conditions fresh, it struggled to read through heavy oil as stated by Motiv…but couldn’t resist;)! 160’s to 170’s :(. By 3rd and 4th game it got on it! 190-233 with a 5 and 7 bagger in each it seemed to hone in on where to come out of the oil and hit its mark every time! With the Shock, Recoil and Black as my arsenal I now have a ball for all situations. I can adjust my game in real time and become a completely different bowler from throw to throw when need be.

    I would recommend this to a friend