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Venom Shock

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A staple in the line for over 12 years, the solid purple Venom Shock produces the ultimate benchmark reaction on light to medium oil conditions.  If you’re serious about dominating your league night, the first piece of equipment in your arsenal should be a reliable workhorse—something versatile, consistent, and capable of handling a variety of lane conditions. 

The Venom Shock is known the greatest benchmark ball in the world of bowling. It's not just a ball that specializes in one specific condition; it’s the ball that gives you the clearest read on the lane. When you're bowling in leagues where conditions can vary, having a ball that’s reliable in multiple situations is crucial. The Venom Shock will help you quickly assess the lane, giving you insights on whether you need to adjust with your other balls or stick with what’s working.  The Venom Shock is your true North.

Tip: Check with your local pro shop for the best prices. 

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Specifications

Length60
Backend75
Hook55
Flare Potential3"+
Weight BlockGear™ Symmetric
Cover StockTurmoil™ MFS Solid Reactive
Finish4000 Grit LSS
Weight Range12, 13, 14, 15, 16
  • 16

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .031
  • 15

    Radius of Gyration 2.48Max Differential .034
  • 14

    Radius of Gyration 2.52Max Differential .029
  • 13

    Radius of Gyration 2.58Max Differential .023
  • 12

    Radius of Gyration 2.65Max Differential .016

Gear Symmetrical

At the heart of the Hyper Venom lies the Gear core, a reliable juggernaut.  The Gear core is a proven force in the world of bowling.  Featuring a low RG / low Differential, this fast spinning, low flaring core promises stability in the mid-lane without the risk of burning up due to excessive flare. 

Turmoil™ MFS Solid

Well over 10 years later and Turmoil™ MFS (Medium Friction Solid) Reactive is still the ultimate benchmark cover.  Clean through the fronts, a strong midlane read, and incredible drive through the pins.  It creates the perfect motion for a light-medium oil benchmark bowling ball.  Paired with the Gear core, and you will find a benchmark bowling ball that needs to be in every single arsenal.

When to Use

  • Speed Dominant

    Bowlers with higher speeds or moderate speed paired with lower rev rates, the Venom Shock is a great option for control in higher friction environments. Late in league nights or on low volume patterns, the Venom Shock shines for speed dominant bowlers.   

  • Balanced

    For the balanced bowler the Venom Shock is an absolute must have in the middle of their arsenal.  Balanced bowlers will find that the versatility of the shock allows it to be used in many different volumes and lengths of oil from dry lanes to moderately high volumes of oil.  An added bonus for bowlers who love the Venom Shock is how well it responds to surface changes.  

  • Rev Dominant

    Those with revs to spare can use the Venom Shock in many volumes of oil and see outstanding down lane continuation for a ball that is conventionally thought of as a control ball.  A shiny Venom Shock is a staple in the bag of many PBA Touring players who want to create some angle without sacrificing control in later transition. 

See the Venom Shock in action

The Venom Shock is a ball that just keeps performing!  In this video, we showcase how a Venom Shock with over 100+ games on it can be resurfaced and have it's performance brought back to brand-new!

Reviews 4.9 (Based on 300 reviews) Write A Review

  1. 05/15/2022
    Product Venom Shock
    From Stuarts Draft, Virginia
    About Me RH Crank style, 16-17MPH
    Rating 5.0
    Benchmark!!

    Benchmark ball is all I can say. Whenever someone ask me what ball they should add to their bag the Venom Shock is the first thing I always say! The versatility of this ball is beyond anything out there. This is one ball that I can ALWAYS throw regardless of lane condition. I’ve had this ball since 2018 and it has only left my bag to drop off to get resurfaced other than that if I’m bowling this ball is in my bag

    I would recommend this to a friend

  2. 05/11/2022
    Product Venom Shock
    From Helena, Montana
    Rating 5.0
    It would be a sin not to own this ball

    Took me a few tries at Motiv before I got the Shock. I wish I had listened and gotten it first, never leave home without it

    I would recommend this to a friend

  3. 05/09/2022
    Product Venom Shock
    From Houston Texas
    Rating 5.0
    Venom Shock

    This ball works magic in mid game for me. It’s a good bridge ball between the start and end of the session. It has a beautiful shape and is solid through the pins.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  4. 05/08/2022
    Product Venom Shock
    From Norway, Iowa
    About Me Motiv guy
    Rating 5.0
    My #1 go to ball

    This is my favorite ball ever, controllable and smooth. I did have to sand down the surface to get it to roll better for me, but that just shows how versatile this ball is. I've never thrown anything remotely similar to the venom shock, and it never disappoints!!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  5. 05/08/2022
    Product Venom Shock
    From Wentzville missouri
    About Me 7 year break from bowling. 200 plus av. Never heard of Motiv.
    Rating 5.0
    Venom shock, maybe the best ball I have ever bowled with.

    After a 7 year break. My buddies needed a sub. I agreed, but I needed new equipment. Went to local pro shop. Where there they would drill me a ball that night. I decided to go with the Venom Shock. Turned out to be the best decision I could have made. I am now stuck on Motiv. I have already purchased my second and third Motiv ball the Supra Enzo and the Mythic Jackal. This Venom ball by far is better than any ball I have ever rolled! Great job Motiv. #motivforlife

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