Storm Andrew Feb 27, 2021
The new Badger from the 900 Global line is one of a kind. This type of benchmark ball is typically my favorite to throw. What I liked about the Badger is it is a step down off the Reality which is a stronger ball. A lot of the surfaces we typically bowl on have been generally hooking very early. The way to counter that is going with cleaner covers. What I like about the Badger is it has a clean cover yet its smooth shape won't blow past the break point making this a great ball for the fresh. What I, also, liked about this ball was its ability to migrate in and yet retain enough energy to give me angle down lane. This ball provides plenty of versatility if you want to have your angles in front of you then slowly migrate in and open up the lane without losing carry.
This ball will be a must have and will work with a variety of styles, against many different oil patterns and be favorable to different layout and surface changes.
Steven Szanyi Mar 17, 2021
This ball moves just like they say. A very good partner to its brethren the extreme and revival
OH, United States
Matt Hibbard Feb 28, 2021
The Honey Badger Intensity offers everything great about the Honey Badger line as a benchmark piece of equipment. Players of all styles will find this ball to be the first thing out of the bag. While this may not be the strongest piece of equipment, it will allow for players to reach the pocket on any house shot and most medium long patterns with ease. Not only will it get you to the pocket, it will look pretty doing it with its sleek, eye-popping, pink and black combination.
Personally, my Honey Badger Intensity is laid out with the pin over the ring finger. This allows for the ball to have a smooth, strong, and controllable reaction that throws pins around with ease. Throughout the first couple weeks of this ball in my bag, it has been the first ball I grab. It allows me to grasp which adjustments I need to make real early on due to its predictability.
This ball is similar to the original solid cover badger, the Honey Badger Claw, but offers a bit more on the back end. Also, with newer technology comes better pin action as well. Also, I'd venture to say if you love the badger line in general, you ought to add one of these to your bag.
You will not regret your purchase of this piece!
-Matt Hibbard
900 Global Regional Staff
The HB Intensity features the S70 Solid coverstock we've most recently seen on the Ordnance Solid. The S70 Hybrid is the overstock around the Revival and that ball got me out of trouble a ton. I drilled this Intensity with a little more of a calmer weaker layout to give me more of a gap between the Reality and Ordnance C4 and it's exactly what I needed. On house patterns with lower volumes of oil (or something similar to this 38" Bourbon Street) it's the first ball out of my bag as a benchmark piece. It's strong enough for the fresh but the Grapnel Core doesn't overreact in the front part of the lane. The HB Claw was one my favorite San Antonio pieces and I had a lot of success both in league and on sport patterns with it. I'm expecting this ball to become a staple in my bag for the rest of the spring.
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Honey Badger Intensity
Layout - 55 x 5 x 30
This ball rolls really good for me, I find it best used on fresh being that it is a sanded smooth rolling ball. When the lanes aren't tight enough to use Reality but you still need something smoother this is the ball. I would put it in a similar overall hook category to a Rubicon and Phaze 2. This should be a great ball for bowlers of all skill levels and could be utilized on a variety of conditions! Great shelf appeal too!
The newest addition In the Badger line of bowling balls from 900 Global the new Honey Badger Intensity! This ball features the S70 Solid Reactive Coverstock wrapped around the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core!
My Honey Badger Intensity is drilled pin under my bridge with the mass bias away from my thumb! What I really like about this ball is it’s the polar opposite to the Honey Badger Revival where the Revival is pretty clean and responsive down lane this Intensity will give you that smoother more controllable motion for heavier and fresh Lane conditions to provide a great 1-2 punch!
Go to your local pro shop and pre order yours today and get it 3/12/21!
Well, I got a chance to throw it a couple few times. Very nice indeed. I was thinking...I wanted a bowling ball to go between the Ordnance C4 and the Reality. This might be fitting in pretty good! Normal started standing 25 (I am right handed) then throwing the ball at 15 (3rd arrow) and getting the ball to the break point at anywhere to the 10 - 7 board. I was very happy! Some balls you drill and don't like them or have to change the surface or something to make you happy. This ball out of the box, honestly I was Very happy. 712 right out of the box, so its a keeper and a ball to enjoy!
Trevor Roberts Mar 5, 2021
The Honey Badger Intensity from 900 Global is the next great ball in the amazing Honey Badger line. This ball stacks right up with the Reality, giving you a heavy rolling strong ball while complimenting it with a slightly different motion. The Honey Badger Intensity is slower down lane than the Reality meaning you will be able to use it right before the Reality comes into play. While this ball will be great for heavy volumes and early in the block at tournaments, when you migrate left it still picks up in the mid lane and continues into the pins. I can see myself using this ball a lot! The colors on this ball (pink and dark blue) look great on the shelf and make it easy to read what it is doing going down the lane.
Trevor Roberts
2016 PBA Southern Regional Rookie Of The Year
Storm Professional Staff
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Right Handed
Rev Rate: 440
Speed: 17
PAP: 5 1/2 up 13/16
The Honey Badger Intensity brings back the very popular Grapnel 2.0 Core and S70 Solid Reactive coverstock. These Honey Badger balls are very unique in the industry in a very positive way and this Intensity is now difference. The ability to bring a higher RG rating at 2.54 and 0.048 Differential in 15lbs gives the ability to see a much different reaction shape. If you are a fan of Storm or Roto Grip and are looking to try something different, than this is a ball I recommend for you. Not only is this ball clean through the front of the lane, but it continues really well down lane and reads the whole lane very well. It is also worth the lower price compared to other balls in the brand. This a solid benchmark ball that can be used on a wide variety of oil patterns and conditions.
Adam Chase
Storm Staff
The Honey Badger name is one of the most popular and recognized ones when someone thinks of 900 Global. This ball builds on that name very well! For me it fits perfectly in the middle of my arsenal between my Reality and C4. The motion is very consistent and versatile allowing a great ball reaction from multiple angles on the lane, and various oil conditions.
Stanley Waite Mar 9, 2021
Honey Badger Intensity
Ball Specs
Cover Stock: S70 Solid Reactive
Finish: 4000 Abralon
Color: Pink/Blue Navy
Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core
Layout: 50 x 5 x 40
RG: 2.54
Differential: 0.048
Intermediate Diff: 0.012
Review
The Tour Preferred 700 Series Honey Badger Intensity features the S70 Solid Reactive coverstock with the 2.0 Grapnel Core. The Honey Badger line keeps getting better. The HB Intensity will give all bowlers more traction in the oil versus the HB Revival with the same skid/flip shape. This is a great ball choice on medium to heavy oil patterns. I tested the ball on a 44 feet typical house pattern. As a medium to low rev player, I was standing between 20 and 30 and never lost any ball reaction or striking power. My ball is drilled with the pin above the bridge with the CG kicked out to the right. The Honey Badger Intensity is a great ball for all levels of bowlers. Pick up one at your local pro shop. My ball reviews are posted on YouTube channel Stanley Waite.
Stanley Waite
900 Global Staff Member
Dover, DE
Bowling Bigger (Daniel Schank) Mar 9, 2021
I ordered this ball as I was looking for an earlier and stronger ball to compliment by Honey Badger Revival. This ball did not disappoint. It is a baby reality in my opinion. My reality is earlier and slightly smoother as compared to the Honey Badger Intensity(HBI). The Reality is still angular but the HBI definitely stores energy and is really continuous. I used it on a 44 foot sport shot (Billy Hardwick) and it worked extremely well. I would imaging this ball would be great for a tweeter or stroker when they need a ball that is moderately clean and strong back end motion. For crankers, this ball will be great on heavier volumes but might be too much ball for THS.
PAP: 4 7/16 right by 1/8 up
Layout: 50 x 5.5 x 50
Speed: 18-19 mph off my hand, 16-17 mph on the monitors
Revs 400-450.
The Honey Badger line has been a huge success from 900 Global since the Honey Badger was introduced. The Intensity has an RG of 2.54, differential of 0.048 and PSA of 0.012 and is wrapped around the super versatile S70 Solid Cover. I drilled mine 5.5 x 5 x 3 and this motion has been one that has been missing in my bag. Because of higher RG, it is a little cleaner through the front part of the lane but the solid cover helps the ball in the oil. It is a couple boards stronger than my Hy Road Max and I can see myself using this ball a lot weather it be my first ball out of my bag or one of the last balls out when they are hook. If you want an all around benchmark ball, your going to want this Honey Badger Intensity.
The Intensity is a great first ball out of the bag on medium to medium oily lane conditions and fits perfectly between the Ordnance C4 and the Reality. The solid S70 cover is strong enough for all but the most oily lane conditions and helps blend the pattern out. It reacts really well off the dry without over-reacting but does need some head oil. Find the oil line, move just inside of it and let it rip. The Intensity is super versatile. It’s also very receptive to surface changes and different layouts. Straighter players can go up the boards and stronger/high rev players can move inside and wheel it. It has a smooth and continuous backend reaction so it will also work on medium/long challenge or sport shots that have at least a medium volume of oil. If you love the Revival but need a stronger ball for more oil, then the Intensity will be perfect.
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Brad Paynter Mar 16, 2021
The HBI features the S70 Solid Reactive coverstock which is wrapped around the infamous Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric core. The shape I am seeing out of this ball is truly unique. I have this thing about me that when I throw solid balls, I try to stay farther right and stay up the back of the ball more. However, with the Intensity I learned I didn’t need to do that. It is a solid ball that has great continuation even from steep angles. This ball will be best on medium to heavy patterns, and should give bowlers a skid/flip reaction on the fresh. Unlike other strong solid balls which promote early revolutions, the Intensity will not do that due to its high RG . It will get through the fronts easily but have enough power to finish and get to the pocket at the end of the pattern. Comparing the Intensity to the revival, which has the same layout, its clear the hybrid coverstock carries the revival down a few feet more and is a bit sharper off the end of the pattern. This would be a fantastic 1-2 or 2-3 punch. One may want a stronger asymmetrical ball to fill their one spot if they are bowling on super heavy conditions. If that is the case, I would recommend checking out the reality.
Check out my full review here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zidkY_UA7yc
The Reality has quickly become a favorite go to ball for me. The HB Intensity is now giving me a perfect 1-2 punch. When the overall strength of the Reality is too much and needs to be put away the Intensity has been perfect to go too. Great option keeping the same look in the same part of the lane longer.
Think "Baby Reality." For me the HB Intensity offers similar strength to the Reality. The only difference is where that strength is on the lane. The Reality is early and forward where the HB Intensity clears the fronts better and retains more energy downlane. The HB comes out of the box really dull. I encourage you to let it lane shine before making a determination if you like it or not. I was surprised at how much better it rolled when I got 10-15 games on the cover. I bowl in a center that hooks quite a bit so I went in the shop and hit it with a 4000 pad on the ball spinner. It really came alive downlane after doing this. I think for players who want strength but may not be able to throw the stronger balls or afford them, the HB Intensity is a much better option!
Cover: S70 Solid
Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric
Finish: 4000
RG: 2.54
Diff: 0.045
The newest addition to the 900 Global Honey Badger line of balls is the HB Intensity. It features the s70 solid coverstock. The s70 cover provides more traction than the original Honey Badger. The 4000 finish helps the ball not over-read the front of the lane. The Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric core delivers dynamic motion without making the ball too strong to stay in as the lanes break down.
The Honey Badger series have stood out in the market because of their dynamic asymmetric motion in their price point. This 700 series ball creates great motion and power without having to be at the absolute top of the hook scale. The s70 creates an excellent motion as its cover gives you enough grip to tackle more volume with straighter angles while it's asymmetric medium diff core allows you to stay in the ball longer and continue to carry as you transition in on the lane.
I tested the Honey Badger Intensity on a fresh house pattern. Its easy to spot the value of this ball as its strong enough without being too strong. It's versatility will make it useful on many patterns. I think for any but the absolute top end of speed dominant bowlers this is a fantastic first ball out on a house pattern. It allows you to get a good read on the shape of the oil pattern and responds very well to hand position changes allowing you to attack the lanes from multiple angles. This ball should be a staple for most pro shops as it will work for the vast majority of your customers, no matter what the lane conditions. It also has great shelf appeal.
Dan Marriott Mar 19, 2021
HB Intensity is the newest addition to the Honey Badger line. This ball features the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core and the S70 Solid Reactive Coverstock. This is my first HB ball and it is an amazing piece to have. The ball motion of this ball reminds me a lot of a Code X (which is my favorite asym of all time) but I did notice that this ball does dig harder than a Code X.
Hey everyone, I’m back with another ball review, and this time it’s for the 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity and In 15 pounds this ball is wrapped in the S70 Solid Reactive Coverstock and comes 4000-grit with an RG of 2.54, Diff of .048, and a PSA of .012 with a layout of 4½ X 4 X 1½
As you know by now that the 900 Global brand is now part of Storm/Roto Grip. This is great news for everyone as we can now throw all three brands. Exciting news for me as I have never thrown a 900 Global before and had no prior thoughts of how the ball should roll or react. This ball is in the “Tour Preferred - 700 Series” which is in the third of four lines. So after I burned up a spot from bigger balls like a Storm Proton Physix or Roto Grip RST-X1 I found the HB Intensity with its combination of a medium cover and Asymmetric core is a great matchup when the lanes have some play on them or later in a block. I see this ball to be very versatile for many types of players. This is a very easy ball to throw and I found it very easy to watch its ball motion going down the lane and through the pins.
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Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric
Coverstock:
S70 Solid Reactive
RG: 2.54 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.045 (15# ball)
Finish: 4000 Abralon
Layout: 40 x 4 7/8 x 15
PAP: 4 7/8 over 3/4" up RH
REVRATE: 300 @ 16mph
LANE CONDITION
Length: 40'
Volume: 10:1
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
Review: 20+ games
New addition to the Tour Preferred 700 Series is the solid cover HB Intensity. Impressive, Benchmark ball with the ability to handle multiple conditions except extreme heavy/dry. 70S cover adapts to cover changes depending on your style and oil pattern.
Mine is still in box condition. i have used the HB exclusively in league only over the last month and would consider this release an A+ on THS. Much smoother rounded shape compared to my HB Revival. Not as strong as the Reality (weaker MB) without sacrificing carry.
Any style of bowler will be able to play numerous angles though out league and tournament conditions.
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Anthony Wiegand Mar 22, 2021
Being New to 900global i had to drill up a badger to see if it would live up to the hype. This ball/line is everything it was made out to be. Its not all talk this ball is something special. This ball is one of my new all time favorites, for being a smaller asymmetric core really gets through the middle part of the lane and has a ton of pop off the spot. If you're looking to branch out and try a 900global ball i highly recommend this ball. Get to your local pro shop and pick one of these up, you don't want to sleep on this ball.
Dean Stewart Mar 27, 2021
introducing the newest addition to the Honey Badger line is the brand new 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity! This ball features the S70 Solid Reactive Coverstock wrapped around the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core!
This ball for me is a little less than the Reality and, more than the Honey Badger Revival. Like the Reality, the Honey Badger Intensity is a smooth controllable motion for heavier lane conditions whereas the Revival is cleaner and, more responsive down lane. The Intensity and, Revival would make a good 1-2 punch for anyone.
Ironia McDowell Apr 16, 2021
I bought these balls for my boyfriend as a gift because he loves to bowl. He absolutely loved them. He has like 12 bowling balls now of all different colors.
Honey Badger Intensity
Coverstock: S70 Solid
Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon
Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric
RG: 2.54
Differential: 0.048
Int Diff: 0.012
Layout: 60 x 5 x 70
Tester: PAP 5 1/2 R, 1 1/2 D
The Honey Badger Intensity features the S70 coverstock that has bowlers enjoying having a solid Honey Badger in the arsenal. This one works well for league night where you want to open up the lane after some transition occurs. The Intensity on the fresh THS was a tad over/under for me and kept me right of my comfort zone and when I moved in, not quite enough ball to turn the corner. However, after some transition took place the Honey Badger Intensity definitely found its groove.
For this review, I compared the Intensity to one of my favorite balls, the Honey Badger Claw. The big difference I noticed right away was that when the lanes were fresh the Claw provided the control I desire, but quickly smoothed out. Although the Claw continued to carry well, it did not quite go through the pins as I desired. The Intensity simply got better as lane play continued on.
The Badger line has been very popular and continues to be staple in the 900 Global line-up. I'm looking forward to getting more play on the Honey Badger Intensity. The strength of this ball will definitely be in transition and it may find a great spot in the bag when some pearl pieces will simply be to much hockey stick motion.
Grab the all new 900 Global Intensity today! Also, be sure to checkout all the other great offerings from 900 Global, which specifically has focused on some great new options and ball motions that bowlers have been looking for in the bag.
Michael Slatky
900 Global Staff Member
York, PA
Casey Murphy Mar 29, 2021
Orientation: Right Handed
Rev Rate: 400 RPM
Speed: 16-17 MPH
PAP: 4 ½ over and ½ up
Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO
Pattern: High Volume THS
VLS Layout: 5 x 4 x 2 1/2
Dual Angle Layout: 50 x 5 x 40
I loved the Honey Badger Revival, but it was too clean at times. The Honey Badger Intensity is the solid version of the Revival and solves that problem. It’s early enough to use on the fresh and a little more oil and gives that same great HB Revival shape on the back. If you wanted an early version of the HB Revival, the HB Intensity is it!
Cover: S70 Solid 4000 Abralon Finish
Core: Aeroflo RG: 2.54 Dif:0.048 PSA: 0.012
PAP: 5 ¾â€ť x 1” UP Style: Stroker, more Speed Dominate
What can I say but WOW! This ball is strong I was surprised how much this ball hooked the first time I through in on a fresh 42-foot house shot. I drilled this with my normal layout 55 x 4 x 30 (4 x 5 ½ x 1 close to those numbers) which puts the pin kicked out t to the right of my ring finger and the PSA about 1-2 inches away from my thumb. I really like how smooth this ball is and it is a bit earlier than I expected, it picks up down lane and has good continuation through the pins. This ball forced me to move at least 6-7 boards in from my normal starting position. I was standing on 25 to get the ball to come into the pocket. I have since brought the surface down to 2000 due to my ball speed. This compared to the Reality is for me almost as strong bit s little earlier yet still has the same ball smooth ball motion. The HB is a keeper for me for sure. There have been a couple of times in the past week where the conditions were as such that I wished I had the HD with me. If your looking for a strong smooth controllable ball, the HB Intensity is definitely a ball to considered on them little longer fresher oil patterns. A great addition to the Honey Badger lineup.
Honey Badger Intensity
The Honey Badger Intensity features the solid S70 cover and the Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric Core. I drilled mine 45x4x30 and I can see why the HB line has been so popular over the years. The HB Intensity rolls great, it’s a heavy-rolling, medium-response asymmetric ball. I see the Honey Badger Intensity being a benchmark ball for many, if you are a high rev or low ball speed bowler this ball may hold a more aggressive spot in your bag.
Roto Grip Rick Apr 25, 2021
900 Global Honey Badger Intensity - S70 hybrid coverstock with the Grapnel 2.0 Core - 4000ab grit factory finish
layout - 70 x 1 1/2 x 60
The Honey Badger Intensity really has dug it's claws into me, (see what I did there)! Finally got to the one of the newest legendary bowling ball cores. The Grapnel 2.0 core proves once again to add length and great traction down lane that the Honey Badger line has produced in the past. With now adding the S70 hybrid cover stock onto this core has given the HB Intensity a totally different look that the HB line in the past did not have.
I noticed with this ball the motion is similar to a Roto Grip Idol solid with a similar layout, the Intensity went a tick longer off of the pattern with just a slightly stronger angle entering pocket. Great ball for any condition and any type of bowler. this ball is INTENSEity...
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The Honey Badger Intensity is the newest to the HB family. This ball uses the S70 Solid cover wrapped around the Grapnel 2.0 core. I use my standard layout for this one: 50x5x30 or 5x4x2.
My biggest take aways is that its not as strong as I originally thought that it was going to be. Which isn’t a bad thing. It definitely doesn’t roll like a bigger Asym., as a matter of fact it rolls more like a stronger symmetrical ball. You can be deeper with this one and use bigger angles on the lane because it doesn’t lock up and go forward like some of the bigger Asyms. like to do.
The ball actually has a similar motion to the RST-X1, but it revs much easier. Its a good medium piece that is seeing a lot of action here!
Other balls in heavy rotation:
Zen- 50x5x30 (pin up)
Zen- 50x4.25x65 (pin down at 2,000)
Rubicon UC2- 40x5x30 (pin up at 3,000)
Mike LeViner May 17, 2021
Layout: 60 x 4 ¾ x 40
The motion similarity between the Honey Badger Intensity and the preceding Honey Badger Revival is uncanny – a controllable mid lane and back end reaction, with the only difference being the Revival is at home on medium lane conditions, and the Intensity feasts upon medium-heavy conditions. It is still fairly easy through the front of the lane, but digs in with authority in the midlane. I would not put it on the traction level of the Reality or Proton Physix; I think it rests just below the Incite. That places it in a great position where it could be the strongest ball in most league bowler's bag.
The Honey Badger Intensity for me is a piece in the bag I didn't know I needed. For this Solid, I took and put a tall pin on it, roughly 2.5 inches above my bridge. This created for me a shape that was ultimately rolly and continuous, that allowed me to be able to migrate left when the pattern allowed it as well as be able to play straight and control my angles on flatter patterns. My stats are 17.5/18mph ball speed, 480 rev rate, and PAP of 4 3/4 over and 1/2 up. I bowl weekly on anything from house, to leftovers, to sport and the one common denominator with this ball is that it doesn't give up off the end of the pattern even with user error. This ball is one of the more versatile in my traveling 9 ball arsenal amongst the following: Reality, Zen, (Intensity), Phaze 2, C4, Hyroad Pearl, Black Ops, Fast Pitch, 900 Global Spare Ball.
I find that I am able to get into my intensity most often on fresh house, flatter ratio oil patterns, and when I have to move left and fight carry down and I need something to pick up a be just a smidge quick than symmetrical bowling balls. For me, I keep this clean and will touch with 3000 here and there, but love the motion and ball roll when I let this ball lane shine.
One of the newest additions to the 900 Global line is the Honey Badger Intensity and it’s a perfect addition to the line. After drilling the Intensity and seeing it used on multiple patterns, I’ve become a big fan. The S70 Solid Cover increases the response time, specifically on heavier volume patterns. With an RG of 2.54 and differential of .048, the Intensity compliments the Reality, Proton Physix, and Dark Code really nicely.
The difference I see with the Intensity is that it’s cleaner than the high performance balls, but still dig through the mid-lane and continue through the pins extremely well. I’ve drilled one Intensity so far and really like it. It’s mapped out as 5 x 4 x 75. This puts the pin above my bridge and the mass bias right next to my thumb. Also, I left the box surface alone, and it rolls great.
Typically on heavier volume patterns, most players are using a ton of surface on balls, which will eventually burn up. Once those balls run out of gas, this Intensity is a perfect ball to go to because the RG helps store energy and continue the response time you’re looking for. Go drill one!
900 Global Honey Badger Intensity
Layout: 4 1/2 x 4 x 2
Rev Rate: 325 rpm, 7 degree of axis tilt, 40 degree of axis rotation
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane
The 900 Global Honey Badger Intensity utilizes the S70 coverstock with the Grapnel 2.0 core. We compared the HB Intensity to the Reality. The HB Intensity was a touch sooner than the Reality and a little less responsive on the back end, which is a good thing. You don’t want all your bowling balls rolling the same. The HB Intensity is 900 Global’s version of the Roto Grip Rubicon and the Storm Incite. The HB Intensity is a lower-end asymmetrical ball. The intent was to take the place of those symmetrical balls with a low weight hole. The HB Intensity is smoother than the Rubicon. I am looking forward to getting more games on this ball.
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Honey Badger Intensity: Tour Preferred• 700 Series
Coverstock: S70 Solid• Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon
Core: Grapnel 2.0 Asymmetric
RG: 2.54 (15lb) • Differential: 0.048 (15lb) • Int. Diff: 0.012 (15lb)
Tester Axis Tilt = 12° • Testers Rev Rate = 325
Tester PAP = 5 1/8 R, 1/2 D • Tester Axis Tilt = 12° •Testers Rev Rate = 325
Layout = 4 x 4 x 2 • 45 x 4 x 35
Test Pattern = 42’ THS • Modified, Kegel Stone Street
900 Global strikes again with the release of the new Honey Badger Intensity. From the proven Grapnel 2.0 Core to the addition of theS70 Solid coverstock, the Honey Badger Intensity elevates the Honey Badger Line to yet another impressive 900 Global level! Let’s take a look at this THS review!
The Grapnel 2.0 Core proved itself quite nicely with the Honey Badger Revival, yet it amplifies its success even more with the Honey Badger Intensity. I believe this cover/core combination actually gives the Grapnel 2.0 a more pronounced and distinct motion than the Revival. On fresh oil, rolling straight up (7-8) it was comforting to see the Grapnel 2.0 retain its energy going down lane and still have a crisp, sharp turn off the pattern. Being a higher speed/lower rev rate player, I like how the Grapnel 2.0 doesn’t “rev up” too early or “stand up” too late but rather gives me a more “balanced” motion of both. If you’re like me with a slower rev rate, you can count on the Grapnel 2.0 to carry when you’re rolling inside (15-17) and you wish you had that little extra hand to put in the ball!
The S70 Solid coverstock to me is what makes the Intensity the ball of choice in the Honey Badger line. The S70 cover reads and blends multiple THS conditions quite well! On fresh oil, the S70 took charge through heads and had a smooth definitive motion when it saw friction! When I pulled a few shots left into heavy oil the S70 became my best friend because it maintained a heavy bite up front and still reacted smoothly off the pattern. That smooth and definitive motion continued to hold true throughout the night, even as the conditions broke down. The S70 blended the wet/dry cleanly without having that “jump” when it went into the roll phase. Even after spares with plastic and urethane that always leave a mess, the S70 kept on rolling evenly and consistently. The 4000 box surface worked well, however, being a speed dominant player, I changed the surface to 2000 and found for my style it gave me the best overall look regardless of the lane conditions.
In conclusion, the Honey Badger Intensity can be a dangerous weapon for a THS bowler like me. Don’t let the moderate price fool you! The Honey Badger Intensity has a definite place in the arsenal of many seasoned THS bowlers and is great for those simply looking to improve their game! For parents on a tighter budget who want to help their child step up their game, the Honey Badger Intensity is a smart choice! See your local pro-shop operator today and elevate your game!
Rick Klimowicz
Storm Products Pro Shop Staff
Roll the Ball Pro Shop
Penndel, Pa
