Ebonite Entity Review
The Entity is a surprisingly angular solid with 9.8 pin action and 9.3 hook potential — premium performance at just $154.95. Video reviews inside.
[Music] CEO Ronald Hicklin from Creating the Difference. Today we're going to talk about the brand new Ebonite Entity Bowling Ball. This ball features HK22C optimized solid cuz it's HK22C smells like oranges. It is asymmetrical, brand new core shape called the entity core shape. The RG is 2.515. The differential is 0.052 and the mass bias is 0.0. 020. So, it's
a medium RG ball, high differential highmass bias ball. The surface is 5002,000 sire scanned right at 1500 with the CTD version 2 surface scanner. The hardness is 73.5. The absorption rate is fast. The layout is 60x 4 1.5x30. And we're going to see what the new entity is all about right now. Boo. First shot don't count.
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052 differential is good for about 6 in of flare. It's a lot. The uh limit is 60 for differential. That's what determines how much flare you're going to get. 52 is pretty high. Yo. So, we're going to have a little bit of a rolly one here. This one's a little bit more forward, a little bit early. Um, I could tell that just kind of by the that shape right there. So, this might fall into the traction category.
We'll see. We'll see. Orange, black, purple. Cool color combo. Shout out to Mark Baker, too, by the way. I went and got spent some time with him. got a lesson from him and uh the lesson really really got me going the right way. So, appreciate that, Mark. And I will tell you as somebody who literally has all of the bowling balls from all the manufacturers, if you really want to get better, go get a
lesson. That's how you get better. Yep. Traction. So, it's definitely I think it's going to be good for the guy who needs a little more control in the front part of the lane. A guy who wants his ball to kind of start up a
little bit earlier. Let's throw some shots in the dark, too. So that was in by about three and it big forward like it was supposed to. So I really wanted to see that, right? Because that's in like the maximum amount of oil. This ball still picks up. So it's a stronger hooking piece.
Four left. doesn't quite get back. Started to make that move and then went a little forward. That's the traction type of reaction that you would expect to get. Um, so really I mean to strike it's going to be pretty straightforward. Split the difference there and I'll be able to strike. But that confirms for me it's not continuous. It's definitely more traction. Definitely traction. Well, usable. Going to be usable. First ball out of the bag. Short or longer
patterns, heavier volume patterns, need to control the lane a little bit more. This is your piece. Yo, wrap seven. I mean, that really was a decent shot, but it wasn't good. Like, it wasn't a good shot. So, let's go left. Close the angle down. take some hand out of it more up the back and get
it to get into that really that traction type shape for sure. Yeah. Yeah. I would expect that it's just good rolly. It's first game out of the bag or first ball out of the bag of the first game. Have your oil patterns.
Yeah, I think that's going to be fine. If you're a straighter player, you want the ball to get into a roll. So, I tell you what I want to do. I want to put a little polish on this ball and see if that gives me a little more angle. All right. All right. Now that anything now is at 6,000 grit. So now it's definitely shiny. Let's see what it does now. Same spot. First shot don't count. Still seems rolly. Just went down the lane a little longer. But none of that matters till this ball.
Yeah. Little longer. Still rolly. Not bad on the back end though. Not bad. You can kind of see. That was about two boards left. By the way, uh you can see the ball a little late to the headpin to get back. Struck, right? Struck. So definitely got a little more room for error now. Definitely
more room for error for me now with it being polished. Uh you just you really got whenever you get a ball, you should adjust the surface to match your swing condition, what you're bowling on, your style of play, too. The old7 just a little bit rolly. That's how it goes sometimes. Let's do one more thing before we get out of here. So, I'm going to make a hand
adjustment here, and I want you to leave a comment on what you think the hand adjustment is. And in the comments, I'll respond to what the hand adjustment actually was based on the flat 7 pin. Hey, if you're not a member of our staff, consider joining our staff. It's free to join. If you are a member of our staff, leave a comment. Say, "I'm a staffer." We appreciate you guys. We appreciate being able to bring you bowling ball reviews. Hopefully helping
you pick the bus ball that's for your style of play and your game. I am Ronald Hicklin. We will talk to you guys on the next video. Peace out.
Performance Analysis
Performance Analysis
Independent testing of the Ebonite Entity revealed a versatile heavy oil performer that delivers strong hook potential combined with surprising control across multiple oil patterns. On the Crown Jewel sport pattern—featuring significant oil in the middle lanes with drier exterior boards—the Entity demonstrated excellent length through the front end before engaging aggressively on the backend. Testers achieved an 8 of 9 strike rate in mid-lane zones (boards 20–25), noting that the ball maintained momentum through the pins rather than petering out, which is a critical advantage in heavy oil conditions. The asymmetrical core with its distinctive shape produced consistent arc and recovery, even when bowlers threw from slightly different angles within the same zone.
Surface characteristics played a notable role in performance. The HK22 Cohesion Optimized Solid coverstock at 5200 grit delivered the expected aggressive reaction without aggressive skidding, allowing the ball to read the lane progressively. When testers attempted angles further left (boards 30+), the Entity showed delayed backend movement—the ball tracked through the pins but required patience, suggesting this is not the optimal starting zone. However, in the sweet spot between boards 15–25, testers observed that missing slightly right or left still produced pocket hits, indicating the ball provides good margin for error. Speed control mattered; lower rev bowlers and those with moderate ball speed found the most consistent results, while intentionally slowing the ball down in extreme left-hand zones improved predictability.
One notable finding: the higher RG (2.515) creates more length than typical low-RG balls, meaning bowlers expecting a quick, sharp hook may need to adjust their expectations. This characteristic makes the Entity particularly useful on patterns with significant front-end oil volume, such as national PBA competitions, where aggressive friction in the dry boards would be wasted on a quicker-hooking ball. Surface adjustments were not extensively tested, leaving open the question of how polishing might affect overall motion.
Who Is This Ball For?
The Entity is an excellent choice for bowlers competing in league or tournament play on medium-heavy to heavy oil patterns who value area and forgiveness alongside raw hook potential. Players who struggle with sharp, angular reactions will appreciate the Entity’s smoother, more controlled arc. The ball suits bowlers with moderate to slower rev rates who want a reactive solid that doesn’t demand pinpoint accuracy; testing confirmed that minor misses still result in strikes when thrown from the optimal zone. It’s also well-suited for bowlers stepping up from entry-level equipment who want a legitimate heavy oil monster without the volatility of extremely low-RG asymmetricals.
This ball is less ideal for players who regularly bowl on fresh or medium oil patterns, or for those seeking a skid-snap backend reaction. Bowlers with very high rev rates may find the backend engagement comes too late, and bowlers preferring pin-action-focused carries should test this before purchasing. At $154.95, the Entity offers strong value for serious league bowlers and tournament competitors building a multi-pattern arsenal, particularly those who encounter the heavy oil conditions that define its strengths.
The Pros
- • Near-perfect pin action at 9.8 — among the highest-hitting balls in Ebonite's lineup
- • Exceptional hook potential at 9.3 from the asymmetric Entity Core and sanded solid coverstock
- • Strong backend at 8.8 for a solid ball — unusually angular for this coverstock type
- • Outstanding value at $154.95 for an asymmetric ball with elite-level carry
The Cons
- • Early read (7.0 length) burns up energy on lighter oil patterns
- • Sanded solid coverstock needs fresh oil in the heads to function properly
- • Moderate versatility (7.5) — this is a first-ball-out piece, not an all-night ball
Who Is This Ball For?
The Entity is a surprisingly angular solid with 9.8 pin action and 9.3 hook potential — premium performance at just $154.95. Video reviews inside.
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The Ebonite Entity is one of the strongest balls I've ever thrown. It picks up early, it keeps going through the mids and stays continuous down lane. This is a heavy oil ball for me with big overall footprint. For rev challenged or speed dominant players this should look good on all conditions. Good ball to have in the arsenal. I believe it was drilled 50 x 4-1/2 x 30.
The new Entity is here with an all new core and a proven Ebonite coverstock: HK22C - Optimize Solid. Upon throwing this ball for the first time, I was amazed how quickly it read the lane. This led me to believe that it loves oil which will be great for tournament bowlers and this with high ball speed. Out of box this ball picked up quick and just wanted to go. I love that Ebonite designed a ball like this to their current line that was missing a big heavy oil ball with a large footprint. The Crusher line was underrated yet those balls hit hard and carried well. This one is better and looks great when it kicks off the spot. Find oil in the front of the lane, feed it to the dry, and watch it strike. Pick one up today and fill a void in your bag.
BALL SPECS Pin Length: 3 to 4 Starting Top Wt: 2.9 Ball Weight: 15 DRILL PATTERN Pin to PAP: 50 X 4.5 X 35 BOWLER INFO: Style: RH Stroker – Speed Dominant Rev Rate: 260 Ball Speed: 16 -17 PAP/Track: PAP: 4 11/16” and 5/8" up SURFACE PREP Box Finish LANE CONDITION Broken down house shot COMMENTS I’m very impressed with this ball. The Entity definitely needs some volume in the front of the lane for the best reaction. It reads the mid-lane well, and has a faster and more angular response to friction than the original Crusher. It’s very continuous through the pins with surprisingly good carry on light hits. Its color scheme and swirls make it easy to read as it goes down the lane, if that suits your eye. If you have an opportunity to get to a Demo Day in your area, I strongly encourage you to try the Ebonite Entity. Thanks for reading this review. Good bowling to all!
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