Roto Grip Hustle SOS Review

The Hustle SOS has been a really good ball for me with the 4.5 × 4 × 2.5 layout. It gets through the front of the lane easily and gives me a smooth, controllable reaction that I can trust. It's become one of my favorite balls to throw when the stronger stuff starts hooking too much.

I have had inconsistent success when it comes to sanded Hustles of the past – sometimes the cover strength makes them too strong for when I want to use them. I have no such issues with the SOS; the 4000 grit cover is perfect for pure medium oil. I also really do enjoy the predictable motion that this ball has. It is not “squirty” in oil, and is versatile in the different lines that it can play. I see many ways that this ball can be used, as well – sanded to 1500 or 2000 and it could be a heavier oil ball for slower ball speeds, polished with Power Edge will make it a great control ball for slower ball speeds. The Hustle SOS has a lot of possible uses.

Great hustle to add to the line, this one I did a 35x3x90 layout to use it for short patterns. almost a Rico layout.

Roto Grip has added the brilliant Hustle SOS to its successful Hustle line. The Hustle SOS is the perfect combination of core and cover for bowlers seeking a smooth, clean motion they can depend on. Whether it’s a fresh THS for the new bowler or a burned, challenging pattern for the advanced bowler, the Hustle SOS is a great ball to add consistency to your arsenal. Lastly, the Hustle line is far from an entry-level bowling ball; in fact, it is one of the best LEVEL-ONE bowling balls in its class, and the Hustle SOS is the perfect choice for any bowler looking for a ball that not only gets you started but also one you won’t outgrow! So, stop into your local Storm VIP Pro Shop today and get your Hustle SOS ready for your fall league. Your scores will thank you! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, PA

Roto Grip Hustle SOS Ball Specs: Hustle core wrapped in VTC - Versatile Traction Control hybrid coverstock and the surface is finished from Storm at 4000 grit. Layouts: 2 x 6 x 1 AND 6 x 5 x 4. My Specs: Rev rate 420’s, ball speed 15.3 to 15.8 mph off the hand, axis tilt of 16 degrees and axis rotation of 70 degrees, PAP is 3 13/16th up 1/8th. Tested on Pro-lane and HPL lane surfaces on a 43ft medium volume house pattern and 44ft heavier volume house pattern. The next releases in the VERY POPULAR Hustle line have hit the lanes for the upcoming bowling season. The first one is the SOS, which is the latest hybrid coverstock version. I am a lucky man when it comes to getting equipment drilled and thanks to 2 of my partners, ABC North Lanes Pro Shop and Bowlers’ Supply I was able to obtain 2 Hustle SOS for my arsenal. The first SOS was drilled with my SUPER DUPER favorite layout on HP2 and HP3 line balls with the 2 x 6 x 1. Adding this Hustle SOS with this layout has given me a similar roll but a smidge stronger reaction in the dry part of the lane compared to my faithful Rockstars with identical layout. When the Rockstars are entering the pocket a little weak and flat, I have been moving into the SOS without any hesitation and playing right on top where I was lined up with the Rockstars. The VTC hybrid cover gives a little bit more length and more angle into the pocket in league and tournament play. Now for the next one: the 6 x 5 x 4 layout one, I have been using that at centers that have older HPL and the lane panels are quite worn in, giving me that added length and recovery in the backend versus the 2 x 6 x 1 version. I was missing this piece in my travel bags, where the balls were a Rockstar, Tour X, Gremlin, Vengeance, Ion Solid, and Viking. I was trying to use the Hustle Earth and Glow in the weak part of the arsenal, but both did not fit for what I was looking for. Now I have that piece with the SOS with the 6 x 5 x 4 layout. The HUSTLE line has been a proven line of balls for several years and this one is going to add to that legacy. The best striking ball line in the “entry performance” line across all manufacturers. Stop in at your local PSO to see what the new Hustles are all about. I believe you will be quite surprised by the performance of the Hustle line of balls. Here are the confirmed Storm Matchmaker Events as of 7/11 in my area August 2nd – High Flush Pro Shop - Harford Lanes - Aberdeen, MD August 22nd – MJK Pro Shop – Knob Hill Country Lanes – Manalapan, NJ August 23rd – Tony Rado’s Pro Shop – Laurel Lanes – Maple Shade, NJ August 30th – Pavlinko Pro Shop – Bowlero Deptford – Deptford, NJ September 12th – Duffs Pro Shop – Spins Bowl – Pittsburgh, PA September 13th – ABC North Lanes – Harrisburg, PA October 10th – Earl Bowl Pro Shop – Earl Bowl – Earlington, PA October 25th – Eighmy Edge Pro Shop & Eastway Lanes – Erie, PA November 8th – Bowlers Supply Pro Shop – Colony Park Lanes & Games – York, PA Hope to see you there at one or two or even MORE!

The hustle sos is the new solid to the hustle line. If you're looking to add a smooth rolling and predictable ball to add to the bag then this is the ball for you. This ball is a steal for the price. Get down to your local pro shop and put your favorite layout on this ball.

The Hustle S.O.S. has quickly become one of the most reliable balls in my bag. Mine is drilled 55×4.5×50 with a PAP of 4 1/8" right and 7/8" up, and the reaction is exactly what I was looking for. It reads the lane smoothly without being jumpy, blends out the pattern extremely well, and provides a predictable, continuous motion through the pins. Whether I'm bowling on fresh conditions or as the lanes transition, the S.O.S. gives me confidence because it's so versatile and easy to control. If you're looking for a dependable benchmark-style ball that performs on a wide variety of lane conditions, the Hustle S.O.S. is an outstanding choice.