Storm Andrew Jul 16, 2022
The Wolverine Dark Moss similar to it's predecessor with it's core and cover features a different finish at 4k fast. I drilled the Dark Moss pin down to find more control down lane as the original Wolverine was drilled pin up and was a bit too clean for my style. The Dark Moss will be a great option for when the fronts begin to hook early and the lanes get tighter down lane. The higher RG nature of the ball will get it to clear the fronts with ease and the strength of the core and cover will give it plenty of shape off the spot.
United States
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss is here! I put a 4.75x4x3.75 2LS layout on mine to match my original. The Dark Moss comes out of the box at 4K-Fast, whereas the Wolverine came OOB at 1500-grit polished. I found that the ball motion was almost identical compared to the original. This ball fits perfectly between my Zen and IQ Tour Emerald. Even without it being polished, I found the Dark Moss to have nearly an identical backend motion, just a little bit sooner. You will not be disappointed in putting the Dark Moss in the spot your original Wolverine was in you bag.
United States
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss features the S70 pearl cover, the Lacerate 2.0 core, and the surface comes at 4kfast. This ball is a remake of the OG Wolverine but green with the 4k-fast surface. The Dark Moss is clean through the front on the lane and is quick off the friction. It is going to be a great ball when the lanes start to break down and/or there is a lot of friction on the lanes. When I threw this ball on the fresh, the Dark Moss just seemed to go a bit longer than I wanted. I could make it work but just not the look for me. I broke the lanes down for a couple games and after that, the Dark Moss looked amazing. I think this will be a mid to late ball in a tournament or the end of league ball when the lanes start to break down. Compared to the Zen, the Zen was earlier, stronger, and more round shape compared to the Dark Moss for me. When the Zen starts to pick up to early the Dark Moss would be a ball down for more length.
Tobias Myers
#900Global
United States
Layout: 4 5/8 x 70
Surface: Box – 4k Fast
The new Wolverine Dark Moss is a direct replacement of the original Wolverine that was discontinued due to hardness issues with USBC. Since I still use my original Wolverine, I went the opposite way with the drilling on this one. What I found on the original Wolverine was a lot of length and very strong angular backed motion. With my typical ball speed, there were times where the ball wouldn’t read in the oil quite enough or in tournaments, the oil pattern wouldn’t break down enough for me to warrant using the ball. Using a pin down drilling along with the 4k Fast finish fills this gap for me and makes the ball a lot more usable for me.
House Shot Testing:
On the typical house shot, I still saw a lot of length and angular backend motion, but the reaction was more predictable due to the pin down drilling and lack of polish on the surface. Even with these differences, I still saw the angle down lane expected out of the S70 pearl coverstock. Comparative to the Reality Check, I saw a lot more length but saw very similar down lane angle which makes the Wolverine a nice step down. I do prefer this wolverine on medium to lower oil volumes just do to the amount of length this ball gives. If you do tend to bowl on more oil, bring the surface of the ball down to 2000 or even 1000 to see a stronger midlane footprint. Regardless of the ball drilling on this Wolverine, it will still give that angular down lane motion that you all love to see.
Sport Shot Testing:
I tested the Wolverine Dark Moss on the 43ft Earl Anthony Pattern. As expected, the angularity of the coverstock makes this ball to sensitive for the fresh. As the lanes stated to break down, I was able to open up the lane quite well as a step down from the new Reality Check. When the Reality Check was too strong in the front part of the lane, the Wolverine really shined. It got through the front significantly easier and gave me a ton of angle down lane and went through the pins well. With the higher volume of oil on this pattern, I had to bring the surface down to 2000 grit abralon. This surface change gave me a little more predictability but also allowed the ball to read the oil stronger than the box finish. The motion of the Wolverine Dark Moss would be most beneficial on medium oil or as a step down from any other asymmetrical pearl ball or similar.
Adam Chase
Storm Staff
United States
Patrick D. (Storm Staff) Jul 23, 2022
This is a good piece for Medium Oil patterns. The Wolverine Dark Moss is clean through the fronts with a continuous backend motion. Good piece for in the middle of the block when you need the ball to get through the fronts and strong continuation on the backend to get the corner out. Also, you can move in and open your angles. This is overall about 0-2 more than the Original Wolverine. This is a good versatile piece to have in your bag.
United States
The Wolverine Dark Moss is the the newest version of the Wolverine. This ball has the same cover and core that the Wolverine originally had. This ball comes at a 4K-fast this time instead of the 1500 grit polish. I found that this ball is going to give you good length and pick up a couple feet sooner compared to the original Wolverine. If you have a higher rev rate you would be able to use this on a variety of patterns and also on a somewhat fresh house shot also. If you were a fan of the original Wolverine you are going to love this ball .
Alex Thomes
#StormNation #StrikingWorldwide #SquadRG #Driven2Bowl
United States
The Wolverine Dark Moss replaces the Wolverine in the 700 Series line from 900 Global. This ball features the same S70 Pearl cover and Lacerate 2.0 core. The only real difference between the Dark Moss and original Wolverine besides the color is the surface finish of these two balls. Dark Moss comes at the new Fast 4K compared to 1500 polished on the original. I drilled mine 5.5 x 5 x 5 which is similar to the original Wolverine for the first two numbers but I went with a bigger pin buffer to give me something that is longer down lane and response slower to the friction. After throwing this ball for while it does exactly what I wanted it to be in my bag, which was a step down from the original. If you were a fan of the original Wolverine and were sad to see it get banned from USBC National tournaments, the Dark Moss will be the perfect ball to replace it with.
United States
The new Wolverine Dark Moss is a great compliment to the original Wolverine. The cover stock is a little bit cleaner, which makes this new Wolverine get down the lane effortlessly, and hook a lot down lane. That is what we need when the lanes are hooking and forcing us in front of the ball return. I probably will not be using this ball unless I’m left of 15 at the arrows. There is so much continuation that I believe the Dark Moss is a ball that will thrive hooking the lane and covering boards. I have the Wolverine Dark Moss between my original Wolverine and my Idol Cosmos. The Idol Cosmos and Hustle Camo are both weaker than the Dark Moss. The color on this ball reminds me a lot of the IQ Emerald which was an amazing ball.
Trevor Roberts
3 Time PBA Regional Champion
2016 PBA Southern Regional Rookie Of The Year
Storm Products / Turbo 2n1 Grips / Bowlifi Staff Member
Right Handed
Rev Rate: 400
Speed: 16
PAP: 5 1/2 up 13/16
United States
Roto Grip Rick Aug 11, 2022
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss
Layout: 50 x 6 x 55
Finish: 4k FAST
Lane types and pattern types: HPL lane panels with 48ft THS pattern and SPL panels with 46ft THS
Comparing the new Dark Moss to the Original Wolverine, I first prepped the OG Wolverine with factory 4K FAST as per instruction from stormbowling.com, to make sure I can compare them ball to ball, surface to surface and layout to layout. Using the identical layout, surface and practice time, the Dark Moss did not disappoint me, S70 pearl coverstock with the core made from two different cores, using the bottom portion of the BADGER core and top portion of the HONEY BADGER core resulted in the best of both worlds with this core contraction. The Lacerate 2.0 core really helps with direction changes on any type of lane pattern, surfaces and environments. I did notice that the Dark Moss moved an inch or two earlier than the Blue Wolverine, and it may be because of the coloring in the 2 different Wolverines is my theory. But overall the Dark Moss performed the same as the OG Wolverine overall. For those that LOVED the IQ Tour Emerald, you will be happy with this Wolverine. I enjoyed using this ball in practice on two different THS, and also about 30 minutes on Don Carter pattern, when other lefties were using urethane and they were having fits from earlier urethane movement or no recovery urethane motion, I was able to move a few boards right inside of them and open up the angle a little more towards and at the gutter. Medium strength overall, but it BIT through the pins like it was biting through bones, just like a Wolverine would do.
United States
The new Wolverine Dark Moss from 900 Global is the ball for when the lanes are Curving!!! This ball has the same core same numbers same coverstock except this Dark Moss comes out of the box with the 4K Fast!
My Wolverine Dark Moss is drilled pin over my bridge which is the same layout I put on the original Wolverine! This Dark moss is a great compliment to a Zen and Rubicon UC2 when you need length with great backend motion when the lanes hook! This Dark Moss is overall 3-4 boards stronger downlane than the original Wolverine!
Head over to your local Pro Shop today and get yours!
United States
Stanley Waite Aug 15, 2022
Wolverine Dark Moss
Ball Specs
Cover Stock: S70 Pearl
Finish: 4K Fast
Layout:65 x 5 x 35
RG: 2.54
Differential: 0.053
Review
The Wolverine Dark Moss features the S70 Pearl coverstock, which optimizes max length on medium conditions. The Wolverine Dark Moss core is the lacerate 2.0, which will give the ball a skid/flip reaction. I tested the ball on a broken down 42 feet THS. As a medium to low rev player, I was standing between the 21 and 30 boards with my feet and 4 and 10 boards with my eyes, never losing any striking power. My ball layout is 65x5x35. The Dark Moss is a must have for league and tournament bowlers. My ball reviews are posted on YouTube channel Stanley Waite.
Stanley Waite
900 Global Staff Member
Dover, DE
United States
I have both wolverine balls. I was under the assumption that the dark moss would be more aggressive but it's not. It's a good ball but not good for heavy oil.
South Carolina , United States
Luke Rosdahl Aug 17, 2022
The Wolverine Dark Moss features the S70 Pearl coverstock at a 4K Fast finish, and the Lacerate 2.0 core at a 2.54 RG, and .053 differential in 15 pounds. Basically, the Dark Moss IS the original Wolverine in a different color with a slightly different box surface. The result when comparing the box surface Wolverine to the box surface Dark Moss is of course that the Dark Moss is earlier, stronger, and smoother, however, when compared at the same surface, the comparison remains, BUT is a very marginal difference. Colors do actually factor into ball reaction, however minimally, but just like the IQ Emerald was generally considered to be earlier and smoother than the original IQ Tour Pearl (Gold Ball), the Dark Moss is also generally a little earlier and smoother than the original Wolverine when all other things are the same. It remains a great option in the middle of the lineup, as it’s similar strength to the Hyroad line but with a stronger core to boost the overall strength, rev faster, and roll stronger, but isn’t as strong as the Phaze 3 or Zen. It perfectly fills the gap between the Burners and Zen’s in Global’s lineup, the gap between the HP2 and HP3 lines in Roto’s catalog, and the gap between the Phaze 3 and Hyroads in Storm’s lineup, so it’s a very well placed and necessary option in the SPI catalog.
United States
Core: Lacerate 2.0
Cover: S70 Pearl
Finish: 4k fast
RG: 2.54 (14# ball)
Diff: 0.052 (14# ball)
Right-Handed Tweener
Speed: 12-13 mph
Rev Rate: 315
PAP: 4 7/8 Right 3/8 Up
Ball Layout: Pin over Ring 5 Pin to Pap 2” Pin Buffer
As a direct replacement for the original Wolverine, 900 global has released the Wolverine Dark Moss to it's 700 series line of balls. The Dark Moss also features the Lacerate 2.0 core wrapped in the S70 Pearl cover, but this time finished at it's 4k fast surface.
Compared to other balls at its price point I would say the Wolverine Dark Moss is as strong as it gets. Its not going to necessarily be snappy as the big core gives you some earlier motion but it is very continuous. Its particularly effective navigating transition on heavier volumes. Sometimes you can get trapped when your big solids push you left and want to slow down and it's 10 pin city. Since you're very often taking a big step down in over all hook to get into a quicker ball to create more angle you sometimes get pushed into the over-under where your quick ball can't be a little in and your big ball can't get a little right. This is the ideal environment for the wolverine.
The usefulness of the Dark Moss reminds me of the Black Ops. It was a clean cover ball that you could throw on conditions where you would normally expect to need surface. It's very useful to me on our high volume 43 foot house pattern because it's strong enough to handle all the volume of oil, but the heads can sometimes go away pretty quickly. The Wolverine Dark Moss not only slows the fronts burning up but it's still clean enough to get it through once they start.
I would definitely recommend this ball for bowlers who struggle a bit more low ball speed. It makes a great option as a big ball for guys who have trouble getting the big solids down-lane.
United States
Kevin Duncan Aug 18, 2022
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss
Layout: 5 x 4 x 2 Storm Vector Layout
Rev Rate: 325 rpm
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss utilizes the S70 pearl coverstock and proven Lacerate 2.0 weight block. The Lacerate 2.0 is a combination of the cores used in the popular Honey Badger and Badger. How could you go wrong? I tested the Wolverine Dark Moss on the pair I bowled a 4-game set on. The lanes were a little tricky with OB outside and hooking break point spot once the lanes transitioned so it wasn’t ideal testing conditions. However, the Dark Moss did perform well once I got these old bones doing the correct things. I ended up being lined up where I finished with the Storm Infinite Physix in league. I am not saying the Dark Moss is as strong as the Infinite Physix but the lane conditions played that way. In addition, I left the 4K-Fast finish on the Dark Moss and shined the Infinite Physix so that played a role in playing the two balls in the same area. Remember – ball surface plays a big role in ball reaction. If you don’t believe me, try it sometime. The best feature with the first time throwing the Dark Moss was the carry and the way it went through the pocket. I am going to put a Reacta Shine on my Dark Moss and use it late in tournaments as I believe that was the design intentions of the team. #Stormnation
United States
Welcome back to the party Wolverine! This reminds me so much of the original but a board less. I love the way this ball rolls and for me it will be used a lot when the lanes break down quick.
United States
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss features the S70 Pearl Reactive coverstock wrapped around the Lacerate 2.0 Symmetric core. The RG at 15lbs is 2.54 and the differential is .053. This ball fills a gap that I have been looking to fill for quite some time. The Dark Moss is great for any patterns where there is a good amount of friction. The ball is super clean and has a medium response time. For me, this ball is just throw it right and watch it go left. There is no quit in this wolverine. In comparison to the original Wolverine, the Dark Moss hooks a little earlier than the original…maybe about a two to three board difference. If the lane has a friction spot to throw to, this ball will be in its glory.
United States
Chase Valenzuela Aug 22, 2022
The Wolverine Dark Moss is the reintroduction of the Wolverine, and the continuation of the Lacerate core! This mid-RG, high diff symmetric pearl is very familiar. It rolls incredibly familiar to the original Wolverine. However, the Dark Moss is slightly earlier and rounder overall due to the box surface change. This ball is great when you have some friction to throw to, the RG allows the ball to store energy and make the corner consistently, while the mid-strength cover makes it useable on a variety of lane surfaces and volumes. This ball is a great piece for the middle of anyone's bag!
Chase Valenzuela
United States
Patrick Keiffer Aug 24, 2022
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss features the S70 Pearl Cover and the Lacerate 2.0 Symmetric Core. The Dark Moss has a medium RG of 2.54 a high differential of 0.053. To bring this all together, the S70 Pearl coverstock combined with the Lacerate 2.0 Core that is a hybrid core combined with the top of the core from the honey badger and the bottom portion of the original Badger that is setup to be clean through the midlane and strong continuation on the backend.
The review is being done on a typical house shot 42’ with 25ml of oil.
The layout chosen was a 70 x 4 3/4 x 35 which will give you a strong angular arc reaction shape, normal transition time and a forward ball motion. With this layout the Dark Moss will be great on a variety of patterns such as a medium to short sport patterns or on the transition on long sport or house shot.
I did a ball comparison to the 900 Global Zen & the Storm Hyroad Pearl,
First up is the 900 Global Zen. The Zen has the S77 Response Pearl cover and Mediate Symmetric core and a great compliment to the Zen Soul. You will see how the Original Zen will help you out when the Zen Soul starts to burn up leaving the flat 10. The original Zen hooks more by a couple of boards then the Dark Moss but I had to gravitate left into the heavier saturation of oil to see the difference. Here is a little tidbit with the Zen, the surface I used a 1000/1500 polish to have it blend out the lane better because at the 4K Fast out of box surface would be on top of the Soul which would defeat the purpose of having a Zen and a Zen Soul.
The next comparison is to the Storm Hyroad Pearl. As recommended by 900 Global Brand Manager Matt Cabanski I drilled the Dark Moss the same as the Hyroad Pearl so the transition from ball to ball will have an easier read. The Dark Moss and the Hyroad Pearl are on top of each other until I get into the heavier oil where the Dark Moss is roughly two boards stronger. As per surface prep, again recommended from Matt Cabanski , the out of box 4K Fast is really aggressive and needed to be tamed down to be on the other side of the Zen I applied polish directly to the 4K Fast finish then took a 4000 abralon pad to the ball by hand to make a matte finish and not to disrupt the polish.
In my bag, the Dark Moss will be under the Zen, followed by the Storm Hyrorad Pearl
United States
The Wolverine Dark Moss features the same S70 cover that was on the original Wolverine that came out of the box at 1500 polish. The only difference is color and surface prep which is now at 4K fast out of box. I have both Wolverines and I can honestly say I do not see any performance difference when the covers are identical. Out of box at 4K, the shape is similar, but slightly rounder and earlier than the 1500 polish version. I drilled mine 4 x 65 to get the smoothest motion possible while still retaining continuation, and it does not disappoint. The higher RG helps with noticeably extra and easier length, which allows for a great motion down the lane. With a polished surface, it's a great step down from a Zen Soul or any of the Idol series, while being a significant step up from the Burners, Hustles, and Tropicals. If you loved your original blue Wolverine and want to replace it, this is the one!
United States
Justin Gaskins Sep 12, 2022
This ball has been everything I needed in my bag. For a symmetrical ball to flip this hard on the back is incredible. And the carry is amazing too. Highly recommend this ball if anyone needs to fill a hole in your arsenal like myself.
GA, United States
Rodney Gilmore Aug 30, 2022
Ball Review Wolverine Dark Moss, RG: 2.54 Dif: .054 Cover: S70 Pearl Cover At 4k Fast
PAP 5 1/8 over ¾ UP, Medium/Ball Speed Rev Rate 275-325 Layout: 4 x 4 x 1 ¾
The return of the Wolverine is finally here. This addition is very similar to the original Wolverine with a bit a cover and finish change. The Wolverine is clean and smooth with a sharp backend motion. The new 4k fast finish seems to have gotten ride of the over under reaction the original was giving me initially. It has strong continuation through the pins. If you are a player looking for a ball where you can open angles and see the ball turn the corner holds energy the Wolverine would be the ball. This addition of the Wolverine reminds me of the IQ Emerald yet with a stronger sharper backend motion. It good to have the Wolverine back in the 900 Global line up.
United States
The Wolverine Dark Moss is the latest addition to the 900 Global line. The biggest difference between the Dark Moss and the original Wolverine is the coverstock. The Dark Moss has a pearl coverstock (S70 cover) and uses the same engine as the original Wolverine (Lacerate 2.0). After drilling one so far, the Dark Moss is clean and whippy down-lane. With an RG of 2.54 and differential of .053, the Dark Moss is designed to be used when there's a good amount of friction, when the earlier balls (Zen Master, Gem, Infinite Physix) are too strong, and when straighter players want to keep their angles in front of them.
I've drilled one Dark Moss so far and love it. I drilled it the same way as my original Wolverine (5 x 4). This puts the pin above my bridge and the CG is slightly kicked. I haven't changed the surface at all and just let lane shine change the cover. I've had a lot of success during league when there's a good amount of friction as well as on patterns when I need to open up my angles.
If you're missing a ball that can fit any players game and can be used from angles all over the lane, the Dark Moss should be the next ball you drill!
#GoGlobal
United States
Length: 41'
Pattern: THS
Drilled 75 x 3 3/8 x 30 same as the blue pearl.
Bowled on a variety of THS in different centers, I still received the same shape and motion as the original but with less skid flip due to the 4K finish. It does provide more control with this cover which I feel is a plus because you can add polish to duplicate the 1500 polished finish.
I'm able to play the track on the fresh as long it doesn't see friction to soon. Definitely your House Shot killer and dryer conditions.
More bang for the buck and the best replacement for the Blue Pearl.
#GoGlobal #stormnation #SquadRG #Iambowling
Keith Cordy
900 Global Staff Ambassador
United States
Denzel Broaden Sep 9, 2022
I love this ball I shot a 241,236 & 171 with this ball fresh out the box in league
United States
he Dark Moss is a great ball once the lanes break down for me. It still has very nice control and I'm able to read the lane with it also. This ball hooks a little more for me over the Original Wolverine. But for me I can read the mid lane a little better. It has the 4K Fast factory finish. I have not changed the surface as of yet. To me it a great ball when the lanes start to dry out. For me bowling a couple 5 man team leagues...usually the mid 2nd game into the 3rd game this ball is usually in my hands. Still has a very nice back end so your not afraid to move in a little deeper get the ball out to the track, and watch it come back! Excellent come back in the Wolverine series!
United States
Kristijonas Sergejevas Sep 15, 2022
The 900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss bowling ball features a higher-RG Lacerate 2.0 core and a versatile S70 Pearl Reactive coverstocks. It is important to note that this ball comes with a 4K Fast factory finish and I think this is a perfect finish for this bowling ball. The Wolverine Dark Moss definitely allows you to open up your angles.
I drilled my Wolverine Dark Moss with my typical pin-up layout: 65 x 5 x 30. I am truly surprised with this bowling ball. Normally, higher-RG, shiny bowling balls go to long for me due my ball roll. I believe that this 4K finish helps to create a little more traction and this, relatively strong, core allows me to create a pretty nice shape. The Wolverine Dark Moss definitely gets down the lane easily, but it doesn’t feel like it can miss “the spot” like some other higher-RG bowling balls.
I think this Wolverine Dark Moss is becoming one of my favorite bowling balls for “later in the block” situations. Extra length from the higher-RG core and just enough traction from this coverstock seem to work very well for me on “beat-up” longer patterns. I can also see this ball being pretty good on some medium patterns, especially, on high friction lane surfaces. I think this is a great bowling ball for those that need some length, but like to throw a bit faster or have less revolutions.
Want to see me throwing the Wolverine Dark Moss? What my video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z7SA4O92FrU
United States
Rick Klimowicz Sep 19, 2022
Wolverine Dark Moss • 700 Series
Core • Lacerate 2.0
Coverstock • S70 Pearl • Finish 4K - Fast
Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.54 Differential • .053
Layout •4 x 5 x 2.5
Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Testers Rev Rate • 325
Test Pattern • 42’ THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street
With the release of the Wolverine Dark Moss, 900 Global has once again cemented its legacy of producing top-quality, competitive bowling balls at a reasonable price! The Lacerate 2.0 Core and the S70 Pearl Reactive cover make the Wolverine Dark Moss an excellent choice for many styles of bowlers, especially for down and in players like me. So, let’s take a closer look.
The Lacerate 2.0 Core is a unique new core design that delivers a crisp yet predictable motion you can rely on shot after shot. I like how 900 Global combined the cores from the Honey Badger and Badger lines that produced the Lacerate 2.0 Core. Because I found the Lacerate 2.0 to be vibrant and lively through the mid-lane while creating a firm and crisp turn-off the pattern, I can rely on it no matter where I played on the lane. Further, I found whether I played straight up the second arrow or moved my angles in, I could count on the Lacerate 2.0 Core to deliver a powerful impact at the pins. And have a continuation through the deck that rivals some larger Asymmetrical cores.
The S70 Peal Reactive Coverstock was the right choice to wrap around the Lacerate 2.0 Core. And changing the surface to 2000 grit, Abralon made this cover perform brilliantly for me. I loved how this cover allowed me to clear the heads all night long on a THS easily. The S70 Pearl rolled with a smooth and methodical motion in the mid-lane. And I liked how it waited for friction to make it move. And when it makes its exit off the pattern, the S70 Pearl delivers a crisp and precise motion all night long. Even after the conditions started to break down, the S70 Pearl stayed consistent without “jumping” or overreacting to the wet/dry condition.
In conclusion, the Wolverine Dark Moss is an excellent release by 900 Global. For down and in seasoned players like me, the Wolverine Dark Moss will deliver excellent results night after night. And if you are the typical weekly bowler looking for a perfect ball to last you through the season, the 900 Global Dark Moss is your ticket to success. The Wolverine Dark Moss rolls like a top-level ball at a mid-level price, and that is a winning combination! So see your local pro shop operator today and have your Wolverine Dark Moss ready for tonight’s league. You will be glad you did!
Rick Klimowicz
Storm Products Pro Shop Staff
Roll the Ball Pro shop
Penndel, PA
United States
Michael LeViner Sep 21, 2022
55 x 4 ½ x 35
I absolutely loved the original Wolverine, so I was very happy to see the Dark Moss coming out as a replacement. They are very similar, but the surface change on the Dark Moss (4000 grit instead of 1500 plus polish) does create a smoother roll. I see the same elements in both Wolverines – a very versatile ball that can cover medium-heavy to medium-dry lane conditions. The reaction is a hard arc, but not flippy. The easiest comparison is to the Idol Cosmos, which is a bit earlier and a touch stronger overall than the Dark Moss.
United States
Pierre-Luc Larouche Sep 26, 2022
olverine dark moss !!!!!!!! WOW !!! I was in love last year with the original version and it's the same thing again.
i have drilled mine 65x5 1/8x35.
The DM is a little bit aggressive on the triangle entry than the first one. It give me the opportunity to go really further at my left. I can loft the gutter and It never not enought far for the punch at the end of the lane. It's my best solution to pass the breakpoint when it's become dryer.
I can also play a straight line in front of me when the lane have litlle more oil like at the end of league night or a dryer bowling center. It's a great option for the player who don't have a lot of speed; she will give you a chance to keep on the good side.
I will used it a lot this year for sure !!!! #strikingworldwide
https://youtu.be/W7-6gcRurgE
Jamaal Oliver Oct 3, 2022
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss Ball Review
Rev Rate: 375
Ball Speed: 15-16 mph
PAP: 5 inches over, 1/2 inch up
Layout: 60x5x35
(I have attached a link to the Wolverine Dark Moss Ball Review that I did on YouTube. Feel free to check it out!)
https://youtu.be/rPqhYBaohS4
The Wolverine Dark Moss is a monster…hands down! This ball has the makings of having a spot in my tournament bag for a long time. Having the 4K Fast finish on it gives me the opportunity to attack the middle of the lanes during the latter portion of a block and also gives me the chance to use it on the fresh in a heavy friction house. This ball DEFINITELY gets a 5 star rating from me: a monster with teeth! Check out the Wolverine Dark Moss at your local pro shop!
Jamaal Oliver
Chad's Pro Shop
Andy B's - Bartlett
Memphis, TN
United States
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss
Coverstock: S70 Pearl
Core: Lacerate 2.0
Layout: 5 x 4 x 2
First, I didn’t drill an original Wolverine. I drilled my Dark Moss a pretty standard 5 x 4 x 2 pin up. I did not like the 4k fast finish out of box so I almost immediately hit it with polish and it came alive. This ball really likes to open up the lane as a transitional option in the mid to latter part of league or tournament block when you need a bit longer look than the Zen. Often, a Hustle, Hyped, or Electrify are a bit too long and this ball really fills that stronger/longer gap. It’s also quite the looker with polish on it! Reminds me of the Emerald IQ!
Chris Freeland
Storm Amateur Staff
Average Rev Rate 400
Average Speed 18 mph
PAP: 4 1/8 over 3/4 up
United States
onefrombills Oct 19, 2022
Hey everyone, I'm back with another ball review, and this time it's for the Wolverine Dark Moss and at 15 pounds this ball is wrapped in the S70 Pearl Coverstock and comes 4K Fast with an RG of 2.540 and a Diff of 0.051.
Layout for this ball is 5.5 X 4.5 X 1
I have enjoyed when I am able to get this ball into my hands, but with the bigger balls in front of this ball and the lack of super dry I have at home I don't get to throw this ball as much as I would like too. I keep this ball in my tournament bag and it's really good when the lanes start to get burned up. I can see this ball being thrown on a fresher condition with players with more hand. I am on the lower rev rate side and need the stronger balls to see the friction so again this one doesn't get into my hand a lot.
BOWLER STYLE: RH - Power Stroker Rev Rate: 320 Ball Speed: 15-16 PAP: 4 7/8 right 5/8 up.
#Storm #SquadRG #900Global #VISE #BowlersChoiceProShop #BabesAndBallsBowling #LogoInfusion #IAmBowling (coupon code HIRSCH 20% off at checkout)
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVgKzdcnglpcCjAVFMBiVNg
Brian Hirsch
United States
Sometimes it's amazing how things work out. The original Wolverine is an all time favorite for me. What happened with that having to be discontinued. I got a better version!!!! All the good of the original but a little stronger allows me to get into it a little earlier and get more use out of it. Same shape as the original it just handles a little more oil.
United States
Pete Dohan Jr Nov 6, 2022
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss Ball Review
Bowler Stats:
Speed: 15.5 MPH
Rev Rate: 300 RPM
Tilt: 3-5 degrees
Axis Rotation: 60 degrees
PAP: 5 ⅜ over 1 ¼ up
With the release of the Dark Moss I wasn’t sure if this was going to be the same as the original or different. I know colors can change the reaction because some colors just roll better than others. The original Wolverine I drilled with a 4 ½ inch pin placement and on the local house shots it was conditional. If there was less friction at the end of the pattern then it went too long but with the right amount it rolled great. So with that in mind I figured the Dark Moss would be just as strong so I drilled it with a 5 X 41/2 X23/4 VLS layout to give the ball more length and if it was too early I will scuff it up with 2000 since it came with the 4K Fast.
Out of the box with the 4K Fast I liked the reaction. It was smoother off the friction than the original Wolverine but that could be because the original had a surface of 1500 grit with polish. As I continued to put more games on the Dark Moss it did shine up making it look like polish and caused an over/ under reaction on the house shot. I scuffed it with a 2000 pad and let it shine up again but now I have a more controllable reaction.
For my game the Dark Moss fits in between the NIght Road and the Hyped Pearl.
Pete Dohan
Storm Amateur Staff
#stormnation
United States
Casey Mattingly Nov 9, 2022
Same ball different cover…maybe. The reactions are different! My original blue Wolverine really stood up and went forward. The Dark Moss gets to the spot, hooks, and has more continuation. So far this season, the Dark Moss has bailed me out for more than the blue Wolverine did last year. It’s just more useful and I have more confidence in it!
No copy and pasting from me when it comes to this ball. It’s NOT the same as it’s predecessor, its BETTER!
I still use it later in blocks or later in the evening on league nights. Once the lanes break down this ball will allow me to be in, still hit on it, get through the heads and mids without over reading the burn or the friction down lane.
The Wolverine Dark Moss is a keeper!
Layout: 4.25x5.25x2 (same as the OG Wolverine)
Other balls getting a lot of play:
Dark Code-4x6x2
Night Road-4.5x4.5x3.75
Idol Cosmos-4x5x2
Zen Soul-4x5x2
United States
The Wolverine Dark Moss is the latest addition to the 900 Global line. The biggest difference between the Dark Moss and the original Wolverine is the coverstock. The Dark Moss uses the S70 Pearl cover and the same Lacerate 2 core. The Dark Moss is clean and super quick off the dry. It does have a higher 2.54 RG and diff of .053, the Dark Moss is designed to be used when there's a good amount of friction, when the bigger balls are too early. I drilled mine 4x5x3 and it picks up the kids extremely well. I can see myself using it on house shots when I need to get in and give away the pocket a bit. If I was to drill another one I would drill it much weaker and have it be my end of block ball. The Dark Moss really wants to get in and be wheeled!
Do not be surprised if you see this ball make a lot of PBA tour telecasts! I have seen a ton of these out in PBA regional competition and the righties with any kind of rev rate make it look silly!
United States
Anthony Wiegand Nov 17, 2022
The all new wolverine dark moss is the new and improved wolverine. This ball with the new 4k fast gives this ball a lot of pop off the spot. For me the original wolverine was too clean where the dark moss picks up and still drives through the pins. If you're looking for your next bench mark ball look no further than the all new dark moss! Get to your local pro shop and get one of these!
United States
Brian Watson Nov 21, 2022
The new addition to the 900 Global line is the Wolverine Dark Moss. This is the original Wolverine replacement. 900 Global used the same core but used a different color of S70 Pearl Coverstock (Green). I thought the original Wolverine was a little flippy. I drilled mine 5 x 3 x 2 pin above my middle finger. I added a little 2000 pad to the surface. I have the Dark Moss a little earlier and more rounded on the backend. It has been a great ball to combat the wet/dry lane conditions. Even with the more rounded backend the Dark Moss can still be used when playing the deeper inside angles. Very Continuous motion. When the earlier and stronger balls like Zen, Phaze 2, reality check start to bog down the Dark Moss is perfect ball to transition to.
Brian Watson
PAP - 4 up 1 1/8
RPM - 400
Tilt - 17
Speed - 16
Storm Pro Shop Staff
United States
Sandra McIntire Nov 21, 2022
I am higher speed, rev challenged 220-250ish, high tilt, high rotation, and super low track player. I drilled my Wolverine dark moss 25x4.25x35. I was very excited and hoped this would have been a replacement for the OG wolverine, but it wasn’t. This ball works best for me when the lanes are dry which allows me to stay right. This ball is a bit cleaner down lane for me in comparison to the OG wolverine. I haven’t thrown this ball a ton in league but it’s definitely a great addition for players that need it for light and medium oil patterns.
United States
Cooper Mathewson Nov 27, 2022
900 Global Wolverine Dark Moss
S70 pearl coverstock
Lacerate 2.0 core
The core looks to be a mix/match/new tweak to the cores used in the badger lines. The final shape mixed with this cover combines to make one of the more skid/flip balls I have seen out of 900G.
Longer, more angular shape.
Good move from my Zen when I need a little more length/little less overall hook.
Step up from my Electrify Pearl, step down from my Phaze 3 or Zen.
United States
William Cochran Dec 16, 2022
You sent me the wrong ball. You sent me the navy pearl ball and then you would not answer my calls because you inbox was full. Horrible service. I since have sold that ball and will not be buying from you again
IN, United States
Tombowling49(sunshine) Mar 18, 2023
This timid little thing is a great buy for many as it is almost like a chamelion, it comes in hard and breaks evenly, with a power punch, (depending on how you throw) It can match most of anyones style, definately no lazyness here on this little jewel.Like I said Hidey Ho and away we go, see ya later alligator pins.This ball is pretty good and the cover stock is nice.This is no professionals choice by any means, but do not make the mistake of not keepin it clean, it will lose the pazazz and pop, sometimes as I found out using this ball, and then it starts to die , set it off to the side and use another ball in your inventory, after about three-five weeks or so bring it back out and watch it go again. This ball is one of the many balls in my arsenal and go to it when needed most, a heck of a benchmark ball for us "old fogies," She is smooth to the touch and leaves your hand nicely, but be sure your on spot or this ball will leave pins you may not like. If your balls rolls down alley at around 10-13 you got yourself a winner here.
United States
I have only been bowling for 6 months. I started out with a Raw orange/black swirled ball. Can’t remember the name of it. Not much hook potential, and began learning how to hook properly by practicing and watching video after video so it was time to get something with more hook potential. This ball does exactly that. High volumes of oil makes it skid/doesn’t catch as quick as I’d want with the 4k fast finish so I may be sanding it. Guess that’s what I get for not reading this ball is for later in tournaments when the oil spreads but other than that, does exactly what I hoped it would.
FL, United States
Velenda Richard Sep 9, 2023
This ball is very versatile and has great snap at the backend when it hits the friction.
South Carolina , United States
