Roto Grip UFO Review

The UFO is the newest ball coming from Roto Grip. It features a brand new core with a MicroTrax S20 cover. Out of the box the UFO is EARLY and STRONG. This will no doubt be the strongest ball in your bag. That doesn’t necessarily mean its only use will be on heavy oil. Soupy house conditions will favor this ball because it has the potential to blend the wet dry. When you pull it just a little, it retains enough shape to get the weak 7 or 10 out and when you leak it to the outside of your target, it doesn’t boomerang off of the friction. I anticipate this will be a great ball for the first game of league. When the lanes begin to transition, you can change to the Halo or Idol which will give you more shape downlane. Rev dominant players and low speed players should be cautious when drilling this piece. It is VERY strong. I cannot say that enough. For the tournament players, this ball will be great on heavy volume patterns and on shorter patterns. Saying that the UFO can be used on both long and short seems contradictory, but it is not. The UFO is strong enough that it will be good on the heavy volume patterns because it will pick up in the oil. At the same time, on short patterns bowling balls that are strong and slow blend out the extreme dry downlane. The UFO will burn up enough on short patterns and will allow you to control the pocket. As compared to other Storm and Roto balls, the UFO is the strongest piece we make. In my opinion It is earlier and slower than a Crux Prime. It is also earlier and slower than a Gravity Evolve. The UFO is similar in shape to an Idol but is about a zone stronger.

Pattern Tested on: Length:41 Volume:Medium Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS Core: E.T.™ Core = Equalizer Technology™ (Asymmetrical) Coverstock: MicroTrax-S20™ Finish: 2000 RG: 2.52 Differential: 0.053 Me: Right-Handed Tweener Speed: 12-13 mph Rev Rate: 315 PAP: 4 7/8 Right 3/8 Up Ball Layout: Pin Up/Right of Ring 55 X 4 3/8 X 35 The New UFO from Roto Grip is an absolute Gem in oil. The Micro-trax S-20 cover gives you superior traction and the powerful new E.T. Core powers this thing start to finish. Design intent with this strong Asymmetric core has been pretty clear. For years guys have been using holes to alter core dynamics and boost mid-lane reaction. The shape of the ET core does that work for you by moving mass to all the right places. The combination of powerful cover and core creates more motion on the slickest patterns. The true key to making a great STRONG ball is keeping the power from detracting from the carry. The UFO does this in spades, it will give you the mid-lane motion no matter what you're bowling on but it doesn't burn up an go through the pins flat. I'm notorious for causing that reaction with stronger balls because of my lower ball speed and no isssues with the UFO. I was really fond of the look I had playing straighter with less hand. Every Pro Shop loves the balls that sell themselves by hook. The rev-challenged bowlers are the life blood of the high performance lines and the UFO is exceptionally well-suited for these bowlers. Strong even read and maximum help creating motion for lower rev styles. This ball will be a staple for anyone looking for "hook-in-a-box"

This ball is SUPER STRONG! Probably the strongest ball I have ever thrown. Before this one, my Crux Prime was the top of the line as far as overall strength and hook go. The shape this ball gives is similar to the Gravity Evolve but with more continuation. With the scoop taken out of the weight block on the UFO, it allows so much more energy to be stored as it is revving up, that when it goes left (or right for leftys), it does and hard! The box cover will need a handful of shots thrown on it (just like most grittier balls) before you can see it's full potential in my opinion. Once a small amount of lane oil soaked in, the consistency and control become more evident. This ball is definitely something special! HOOK IN A BOX times a million! :)

Bowler Bio Gender: Female Rev Rate: 315 Ball speed: 16.5 mph P.A.P: 4-1/2 & 1-1/8 My first impression of the UFO was simple. Wow this thing took over the strongest ball in my bag and I love it. I found it to be super controllable and continuous down lane for a strong asym. I tend to find that my big asymmetric balls roll out very easy but that’s not the case with the UFO. I feel like no matter what rev rate or speed you have this ball will fit everyone’s game, I haven’t seen it look bad in anyone’s hand yet. I compared the UFO with the Halo and found that they were similar but the UFO kept driving through the pins where the Halo came in a little weak. My move was about 4/1 left with the UFO. If you’re looking for a strong asymmetric solid that doesn’t quit in the back end then you’re looking at it. Would be a great ball to replace that old halo with when the new weight hole rule comes into play. Take a look for yourself in my video review below!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKVdHdYyozM

Roto Grip’s newest HP4 line ball comes with a brand new core design and cover. The E.T. Core comes with an RG of 2.52, differential of 0.054 and PSA Differential of 0.016 and the MircoTrax-S20 Solid cover stock. I drilled mine 5 x 5 x 2, and I instantly fell in love with this ball motion. Typically I don’t use a lot of Asymmertical solids because they either hook too much or burn up to quickly if I’m not bowling on a longer pattern but with the higher RG in the UFO, I don’t really see burn at all. It’s about 3-4 longer than the Gravity Evolve with more response down lane but because of the solid cover stock, I am still able to use this ball on the fresh in some cases. This ball will be a staple in my bag on patterns greater than 41 ft as a number 1 or 2 ball in my bag and with USBC’s coming up, I can see a lot of these going down the lane.

Talk about a big asymmetrical ball! It is here! The Roto Grip UFO. The UFO features the new E.T. Core with built in cavity to mimic the benefits of a weight hole. With an RG of 2.52, a differential of 0.054 and a PSA of 0.016 this ball will have no shortage of creating motion in the mid-lane and continuation down lane. The biggest thing I notice with this ball, is that for a strong solid, this ball surprising maintains a lot of energy for the backend. As a high track low tilt player, my ball covers a lot of surface area, therefore a lot of solids have a tendency to burn up energy too early for me. This ball has a great amount of continuation for me. When it makes its move left it is on a mission. Even when the lanes start to break down and burn up, this ball still hooks for a solid. The new MicroTrax cover stock is so workable. I have changed surfaces many times with it and it responds immediately to the changes. This is a must have strong ball and possible more than one with different drillings. Mine is currently drilled 45 x 3 3/4” x 25. Look no further if you need that strong ball in your bag!

Weight: 14 lbs. Pin Length: 4” Drilling: 60x4x65 Pattern Length: 40 ft. Pattern Volume: Medium Pattern Type: House and modified house Right Handed The UFO has the new Micro Trax S20 solid reactive coverstock wrapped around the E.T.(equalizer technology) Core and comes out of the box at 2000 grit, but can be polished. The flare potential on this ball is high. It is a nice Deep Purple/Baby Blue/Neon Green color. I have used the UFO on house patterns and modified house patterns in a variety of houses in local tournaments and league. I drilled my UFO with the pin down, for a different look than my Halo Vision. This ball hooks! It retains plenty of energy coming off the patterns I used it on. It gives me a very strong, but smooth motion with the pin down drilling. Nothing skid/flippy here. This is a great starting ball on heavier oil patterns, or a great ball to go to when experiencing carry down. I also find it gives me help when i need to move in to a fresh part of the lane, when experiencing burn. If you’re looking for a strong, starting ball on heavier patterns, or a carry down transitional ball, the UFO will not disappoint. I’ve also tried hitting it with a little polish and was able to use it on the lighter, league house pattern. Great versatility for such a strong ball! Carol Teel Roto Grip Amateur Staff Member

My first impression of this ball was Jesus this ball is strong. One of the strongest balls that I have thrown. It reminds me of my Halo but more continuation through the pins. The strong predictable motion that I get out of it is something that will definitely help with longer higher volume patterns. In the past I have struggled with big asymmetrical balls on your typical house shots. They required me to get to far left to start and even though they read the mids very well once they saw the friction they didn’t get through the pins as well as I would have liked. That is something that I haven’t really seen with this ball. Even with getting deeper on the lane 4th-5th arrow this ball still has the hitting power to get the 10 out. The layout that I went with for this ball was 4 1/2x3 7/8x3 ¼ and this has given me the strong predictable motion that I am looking for. Here are a few shot of me throwing it on a higher volume house shot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyaXR7rwQAE

I was impressed with the UFO almost immediately after throwing it for the first time. My first time throwing it was on the 45ft PBA Dragon pattern. This ball was fantastic and did not disappoint. It was very strong rolling throughout the whole body of the lane but had great continuation which you don't see as much in such strong bowling balls. It gave me a lot of area down lane at the break point which was great for a sport pattern. On the typical house shot, it is great in game 1 if you bowl in an alley that uses enough oil in league. Comparable to the Halo, the UFO is more continuous and can be used a little longer in league or a tournament.

UFO – Layout 5x4x1.5 PAP – 5 11/16 over and ½ up Style – Stroker Ball Speed – 14-15 mph After watching several videos on-line from multiple styles, I decided to go ahead and order a UFO. Typically, strong cover, asymmetrical balls, don’t get a lot of use for me based upon my ball speed and rev rate. While I’m going to need some oil in the fronts, I see this ball being a bit more versatile than the typical heavy oil piece for me. I used the ball at an HPL house I’d been struggling with the last couple times out. My Idol Pro worked for several weeks. But the pattern started to get much tighter from inside and right of 8 showed a pronounced hook. As up the back of the ball as I am and slower ball speed, I couldn’t back my hand out of it enough to play the dry. That’s where the UFO comes into play. I was able to move inside of second arrow and still get the ball through the pins. Something I hadn’t been able to do previously. Even better was the ball allowed me some miss room down lane (into the dry) that wasn’t there. Keep in mind if I missed right early, too much ball and going through the nose. But, if I executed the game plan, it gave me a reaction and ability to play a part of the lane I previously couldn’t. I can see multiple styles being able to utilize this ball. As always, the caveat is to know when to put it up. It’s highly unlikely you’re going to get more than 2-3 games out of it during tournament competition. That’s when you pull out the cleaner symmetrical pieces and move in anyway. A real heavy house shot, you might be able to get three games out of it depending upon your style and the other bowlers around you.

WOW! I didn’t think I have ever seen so much hook in my life, than I did the first time I watched the new UFO go down the lane. The UFO flat out hooks, and it will need to see plenty of oil on the lane. But if hook is what you want, then this ball is what you have been waiting for. Similar to the Halo, the UFO is a big ball that starts up quick and doesn’t stop. A very aggressive move off the friction and it just keeps going. I loved my Halo, but one of the things that I had troubles with was that while it was strong, it sometimes got lazy in the oil. What I mean is, you still had to get it to the dry boards, and it hooked plenty, but if got in the oil down the lane too far, it often wasn’t quite strong enough to make the corner. This ball is at least 5 boards stronger across the lane. I was able to miss into the big puddle of oil and this ball still was strong enough to get back and go through the pins in the correct motion. This ball will be great on longer patterns or surfaces that are generally slicker than normal. Jason Hollingsworth #StormNation

The UFO is the new HP4 solid from roto grip. It offers the MicroTrax-S20 solid cover with the E.T core. The numbers on this ball are 2.52 RG .054 DIFF and a mass bias of .016. I have mine drilled at 60 X 3.5 X 25 which allows me to move inside and throw 13 to 7. Honestly I was pleasantly surprised in how much the UFO got of the spot. The MicroTrax allows the ball to get down the lane before making a big move towards the pocket. The UFO is comparable to the Gravity Evolve in that the are both high end solid asymmetrics, but the cover of the UFO gets further down lane with a massive backend where the gravity has SPEC cover and Cataylst core which makes it early and smooth. I cant say enough good things about the UFO. if you're looking for a big solid that doesn't hook too early but retains energy this is the ball. Get to your local pro shop and pick one up.

I'm really enjoying the newest HP4 line that Roto Grip has created, the UFO. I've drilled mine pin above the bridge, which is 3 inches pin-pap. I thought that the Gravity Evolve was the strongest ball in my bag, but the UFO has me re thinking that. For being a 'big ball' asymmetric, I still get plenty of continuous motion at the back. It allows me to open up my angles and get left. It'll for sure be the first ball out of my bag on heavy conditions. If you're looking for a ball that HOOKS a ton, and lets you get left without losing energy, then this is the ball for you.

The new Roto Grip UFO just flat-out hooks!!! The new cover (MicroTrax-S20 Solid) comes with a lot of surface on it (2000 sanded from the factory) and is combined with the new Equalizer Technology asym core (2.52 RG, 0.054 diff, 0.016 int diff) to create a hook monster to end all hook monsters. I've used mine in probably 7-8 different centers, and getting this ball to read the lane and hook has been the least of my worries by a long shot. Even with trying the surface higher than factory (about 4000 sanded) it still never wanted to miss the spot and created an absurd amount of friction throughout the entire lane - almost too much at times for me, given that I have a higher rev rate. What's remarkable about this one is that even on not-super-long patterns it can still get through the pins very well as long as you play more of the oil, rather than the dry, and let the ball do its thing downlane. If you need a ball to pick up when nothing else will... this is the ball for you.

Introducing the new “Hook Monster” from Roto Grip. The UFO is Roto Grip’s newest big asymmetrical bowling ball that gives players the confidence in a bowling ball that will hook on anything and everything. The UFO has the Equalizer Technology Asymmetrical Core wrapped with the MicroTrax-S20 coverstock. The UFO compared to the original Halo, in my opinion, is slightly cleaner through the front part of the lane and still reads the middle and the backend just as hard as the original Halo. Out one the PBA Tour, this ball has come into play for a lot of players on the heavier volume patterns. This ball also handles surfaces changes very well and you can throw this ball on a wide range of patterns. When you need control and a ball that you know will hook on anything, this is the ball for you. This ball suites all ranges of bowling styles. Whether you’re someone that likes to throw it hard, has a lot of rev rate, doesn’t have a lot of rev rate, someone that likes to play the lanes straighter, you name it; this ball does it all. Get yours now! You don’t want to miss out on this hook monster! Nate Garcia PBA Regional Champion

Roto Grip UFO Layout: 4 X 4 X 2 Storm Vector Layout Rev Rate: 325 rpm, 7 degree of axis tilt, 40 degree of axis rotation Testing Information: 41-foot THS (medium to light volume) Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane E.T. core wrapped in MicroTrax S-20 solid reactive coverstock equals a strong, rolling orb that plays well on medium to heavy volumes of oil. The UFO might not be the preferred choice (not that it couldn’t play) on a house pattern but will be a good 1A ball in your tournament bag. I have the UFO with a touch less overall hook than the Halo solid. The MicroTrax S-20 cover gets the UFO through the fronts easily and the backend motion for us was strong, but controllable. Tournament season is upon us so I will get to spend a little more time with the UFO in the coming weeks. Continue to bowl up a Storm! Visit your local Storm VIP Pro Shop to order yours. #Stormnation #OwnIt

The newest addition to the Roto Grip HP4 line is the UFO. With an RG of 2.52 and differential of .054, the UFO is a very strong, asymmetrical piece that is perfect for conditions with heavier volumes of oil. After drilling one UFO so far, it’s been very successful on multiple types of surface and patterns. The one I drilled is mapped out as: 5 x 4 x 75. This puts the pin above my bridge and the mass bias just to the right of my thumb. The UFO provides me a strong, rolly, continuous shape that is perfect for medium-heavier volume patterns. I’ve had the most success using this earlier in blocks before the lanes transition. It’s also a great ball to figure out what pattern we are bowling on and helps determine how much oil is on the lane. From a surface standpoint, I hit it with 3000 and water to take some of the initial surface off and create a bit more length. The response time remains relatively slow, which is expected with such a big engine and strong cover. If you need a ball to help you read the characteristics of a pattern or for medium-to-heavier volumes, the UFO should be added to your tournament / league bags.

If you need hook the UFO has landed and ready to go. This new asymmetric core mixed with the new Micotrax s20 solid creates all the hook so are going to need, This ball rolls real heavy and creates a real nice shape going down lane. The new cover really reads the mids well and when this ball makes a move it goes and goes very continuous and seems not to lose any energy going through the pins. This is going to be a great tourney ball and for those that need a little extra during league play. Grab a UFO before it grabs you

The Halo maybe gone, but the UFO is here to stay. Introducing the Roto Grip UFO, the ball is out of this world. Coming in at a 2000 grit MicroTrax-S20 coverstock, with the all new Equalizer Technology "ET" Core. Ever since I put this ball in my bag, scores have not been a problem. I tend to throw the ball a little more firm and quick so with the ET core inside the UFO, it revs up a little quicker but nothing just absolutely crazy. It allows me to move in and swing the lane when necessary or play more direct. It is an absolute hook monster though. It allows me to have versatility in my bag while having a big rolling bowling ball. I've been able to play with some different surface adjustments and it amazed me at how well the ball still rolled with every adjustment. Don't miss out on the opportunity with this ball. It has become a staple in my bag and I know it will be in your bag as well.

This ball fit instantly into my bag. It seems to be like a more useable Storm SureLock. I was a fan of the Halo but mine was drilled pin down with a P3 hole. The design intent of the UFO was that the core mimicked a ball that had a weight hole drilled into it. This ball naturally played into my hands. I drilled it pin down, 60x5x70, with no hole. The UFO is clean in the right part of the lane and strong where it needs to be strong. The UFO was exactly what I was needing at the top end of my bag. Other Balls in Heavy Rotation: Physix-60x5x35 Nuke Cell-60x5x35 Hyroad Pearl-60x5-1/2x35 Idol Pearl-60x5-1/2x35

The UFO is out of this world. WEIGHT BLOCK: E.T. Core = Equalizer Technology WEIGHT: 15lbs RG: 2.52 DIFF: 0.054 PSA: 0.016 COVER: MicroTrax-S20 OUT OF BOX: 2000 Grit Patterns used for review are HP modified. Pattern A: 40Ft, 24 Mls Pattern B: 43Ft, 29 Mls PLAY The UFO was able to play both patterns from the inside but favored the longer Pattern B. Initially my thoughts were, boy does this guy hook. Heavy continuous arch. Straight out off the box it can be a little intimidating but after a few games as you get oil into the cover it tames down nicely. Pattern A: The UFO out of box is a little much for this pattern. The ball picks up really quick that the lighter volume and shorter length leaves little room for error inside of your target. Pattern B: This pattern was more appropriate for the UFO. The extra three feet provided the extra hold. So much room for error. Miss left and the ball is still able to pick up and make a move to the pocket. Miss right and the ball hits the friction and comes roaring back. LOW DOWN: The UFO is out of this world. If you struggle getting the ball to read heavy oiled lanes this is the ball for you. The E.T. Core will definitely provide you the extra movement to counter the no extra holes rule that starts at the beginning of the 20/21 bowling season. #SquadRG

The New Roto Grip UFO produces easy le gth and out of this world strength with great continuation through the pins. My first choice was to go with my favorite Assymetrical layout. 50x5x50 which for me compliments the balls attributes already. I personally hit mine with a fresh 3000k pad before hitting the lanes. This ball is certainly my first ball out the bag for any fresh condition. My favorite Big ball of the year !!!!

I drilled up my UFO at 55* x 4 1/2" x 30*. I have been throwing this one at box finish of 2000 tru-cut. The UFO is a bigger core/cover combo for me. I have thrown this one on some modified house patterns and on the PBA50 Billy Hardwick 44 pattern which in 2020 is 44'/28.2 mil condition. On the modified pattern, I had good results with the UFO. It read early enough to keep me from using a 1000 tru-cut GRAVITY EVOLVE. Compared to the EVOLVE, the UFO was slightly weaker up front but had more energy down lane and rolled forward just slightly at the end of the pattern making it a much better option. On the 44 ft/28 mil pattern, the 1000 covered EVOLVE was a better play as it got out of the skid just slightly earlier than the UFO. Once the EVOLVE started to bleed too much energy, then the UFO was in play for much of the remaining games of the block. Buy this when you want something to pick up earlier than your hybrids with big core motion down lane.

The UFO is the newest solid in the Roto grip HP4. UFO features the all-new E.T. (equalizer technology) core and the latest version of the Micro-Trax cover, Micro-Trax S20. Combined, the core and cover combination create plenty of traction in oil, with significantly more motion than expected off of friction. As far comparisons go to previous Roto Asyms, the UFO has much more backend shape than the Halo Solid and No Rules Exist, and would be the perfect replacement if you found that either of those were too forward-rolling for you. Compared to the latest Storm Asyms, the UFO is slightly cleaner than both Prime and Evolve, but earlier than the PhysiX and Omega. The UFO is going to be a great choice for long oil patterns and heavy volumes.

If you are searching for a ball for heavy oil then I would definitely recommend the UFO. The UFO cuts thru the heaviest old with early roll, but still maintains a great motion on the backend. This ball is another hit from Roto Grip

I really like this ball I would say it’s at least 4 boards stronger than the 6 cruxes I drilled. With my lack of rev rate an 90 degrees of axis rotation. This what I need for the fresh, amazing ball probs gonna drill at least 4 of these

The UFO flat out HOOKS! Nice smooth reaction on heavy oil volume, heavy volume is required for the UFO to work best

If you’re looking for a ball to combat heavy oil, look no further, this ball can handle any amount of oil, it is early rolling and very smooth!

The new ball from Roto Grip in the HP4 line is the UFO. This is a strong solid asymmetrical with a lot of hook! I drilled mine 5 x 5 x 2. I'm usually not a big fan of big solid asymmetrical balls with my roll. But the UFO was a huge surprise. The UFO with a little Storm step 2 applied to the cover, this ball was the most overall backend reaction that I have seen in a long time. UFO is way stronger than the RG Halo. When using this ball on house a couple sport patterns the UFO just keeping hooking. So I just kept chasing it left. Usually big asymmetrical's will just bleed off to much energy and lose reaction down lane at the breakpoint. Not the UFO it just kept hooking. With the new core and cover it created a ball reaction that was different than anything in the line today. This is a great addition to the RG line. Brian Watson Pro Shop Staff PAP - 5 up 1 1/8 Tilt - 17 Speed - 16-17 Rev Rate - 400

Roto Grip UFO 55 x 4.75 x 20 As someone who utilizes lots of weight holes, I was very interested in this core! Historically I’ve loved most HP-1 Roto Grip products so I had high hopes going into this one. I own and operate a pro shop in a bowling center with very high friction 32 year old synthetic lane beds. Needless to say, the high end duller asym’s don’t match up the best in our place. This ball gets through the front as easy as a shiny ball and slows down in the mid-lane very well. I see more down Lane continuation out of this ball vs Omega Crux. Based on my surface preparation this could be either my big dull hook monster or my first transition ball when the duller one gets too early and lazy. So far I’ve been able to stay in this ball longer than expected! This is a ball I will use on fresh quite often and is definitely intended for heavy and medium volume patterns. Speed dominant players should like this one!

Layout: 65 x 4.75 x 35 My standard pin above the fingers layout 17 mph ball speed 425-450 rev rate 42' house shot with high volume 40' modified house shot on 31 year old lanes with High friction and medium volume For a ball that is probably the strongest ball I've ever thrown, it still has tons of recovery from misses outside. This brand new E.T. core and Micro-Trax coverstock are both very strong but don't bleed off energy early. On a Typical house shot with a lower volume of oil, the UFO can be a bit strong. But, show it some Medium-heavy to Heavy oil conditions and this ball is in its element. If you like a heavy rolling ball like the original Halo, but need easier length and tons more recovery, then this is the one. High speed players and low rev players will love this ball. Lower speed and Rev dominant players will need to play in the puddle a little more. Everyone in between can do whatever they want. Its ability to circle the lane and still retain all its energy is amazing. When the 2 handers and Urethane guys push the oil down and create a hang spot, this ball will track right through it. Use your favorite layout for oily lanes and let it do its thing. On a fresh Sport pattern with higher volume i would use a little more surface, like 500 grit, to slow it down on the backend until the lanes open up. #Stormnation #SquadRG

Layout: 70 x 4 ½ x 40 The UFO is the rare medium-heavy oil monster that still has a ton of shape down lane. The UFO got through the front part of the lane easier than I thought it would, and had a strong midlane/backend reaction. I would classify it as more angular than an Idol, but obviously not as skid-flip as the Nuclear Cell. Depending on surface prep, it can cover anything from medium to the heaviest of oil. It is definitely too strong for light oil, but that is where the MVP Pearl or the Hustle line will come into play.

Layout: 70 x 4 x 35 Ball specs: 2000 grit - MicroTrax S20 solid / E.T core Using on the older HPL with the less blended pattern it was stronger and more angular then the Wild Streak. The UFO came more into play when I got into games 4, 5, and 6 during a recent tournament where the Wild Streak started to weaken due to carry down, the UFO pick up where the Wild Streak left off. The ball was more suited for me on fresh house pattern on SPL with more blend in the pattern. Was able to adjust more on SPL then the HPL, just showing how the surface of the lane panels can create such different looks in the mid lane and roll area in the back end. A good strong step up from the Wild Streak.

Roto Grip UFO Coverstock: MicroTrax-S20™ Solid Reactive Weight Block: E.T.™ Core This ball is strong! Set up with a strong, earlier layout for me, 45x4x25 This will be my replacement for my Sure Lock as strongest solid (or any cover for that matter) in my arsenal. Strong, late-midlane motion. I can use this when most others are looking for something to battle through the oil. While strong, it is surprisingly more usable than most other strong solids have been for me. Having a strong assym solid that I can use for multiple games is a new think for me. My style usually keeps me using pearls or mid performance solids. When my Storm Crux Omega struggles to make the turn on the heavy, this will be my move.

The UFO is the latest solid offering in the HP4 line, replacing the Halo. Not only does it replace it, but I think it improves on it. The UFO features the MicroTrax-S20 cover and the new E.T. (Equalizer Technology) core. The core contains slots at the bottom meant to mimic a weight hole, and the reaction on the lane is dynamic, especially for a nano based solid. The UFO has plenty of traction, and doesn’t seem to burn energy on friction like some other bigger hooking balls can. The more friction there is, the more the UFO is going to hook, but the more oil there is, the better it’s going to perform, because oil is what it was designed for. The UFO reacts like how I would expect a solid PhysiX to react, it has an aggressively continuous and energetic motion throughout the lane.

The UFO is out of this… I’m not gonna do it. Lol! The UFO is a hook monster. Mine is drilled 90x4x40 because I wanted this ball to be my heavy oil, fast response option in my bag. And I am glad I did! The UFO hooks way more than the previous ball in that spot. What surprises me is the fact that the UFO doesn’t read the front part of the lane quicker. It skids more than most heavy oil hook monster type of balls I’ve thrown in the past, but still has a smooth and very strong shape. I highly recommend the UFO!

As they stated this ball is "Out of this World"! With the new MicroTrax-s=S20 coverstock matched up with the E.T. Core the UFO is a perfect ball for Medium Heavy to Heavy oil conditions. The ability of this ball to grab and make the turn is unbelievable, with no loss of drive through the pocket to send pins flying into the pit. The UFO is a must have in any bowlers arsenal!

Haven't used it yet. But looks amazing and the girl I bought it for. Is excited to try it out. I really like your company and service. I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you very much again.

UT, United States

Roto Grip UFO The UFO from ROTO GRIP reminded me a lot like the Halo. Both balls being a strong asymmetrical solid. I did not get as much testing as I would have liked to do to COVID-19. At this time I hope we are all doing our part and we will be back on the lanes soon enough. Speaking only from a fresh THS this ball wants to hook and that’s a great thing, What I did notice is that it did not want to over hook and blended the pattern very well. BOWLER STYLE: RH - Power Stroker Rev Rate: 320 Ball Speed: 15-16 PAP: 4 7/8 right 5/8 up. #Storm #VISE #Logo Infusion Staff Member (coupon code HIRSCH 20% off) Brian Hirsch

The UFO is the latest technical development in asymmetrical bowling balls that lets the user have a “balance hole” effect on ball motion without actually drilling an extra hole. The UFO is in the HP4 line from Roto Grip, and uses Micro Trax S-20 cover which creates a lot of traction. The cover has a color combination of deep purple, baby blue and neon green and is finished with a 2000 grit abralon pad. The core of the UFO is called E.T. core (equalizer technology) and creates an Rg of 2.52, a differential of 0.054, and an intermediate diff of 0.016 in 14-16lb balls. I drilled my UFO with a layout of 4 x 3.5 x 2. I decided on that particular layout to compliment my 4 x 3 x 2 Storm Evolve. Using such a strong layout, I wanted the UFO to be the go to ball on heavy volume, longer oil patterns after the backends get lazy while using the Evolve. The UFO has a lot more traction and angle once the Evolve gets a little lazy from oil carry-down and lane and surface shine. I used the UFO at the box finish for about 20 games, just wiping the oil off between shots and cleaning it with Reacta-Clean at the end of sessions. The UFO started to lose some board coverage, which was fine as it covered plenty of boards out of the box. Using the UFO at this “broken in” finish was a little too lazy on the 46 foot 2015 Roth/Holman doubles pattern, so I freshened the surface with a green scotchbrite pad, and the ball became a monster, almost giving me too much hook. Suffice to say, the UFO has not disappointed as being that super strong board covering hook monster that a medium rev rate guy like myself looks for at times. I’m glad I drilled the UFO. I was originally going to pass on it because I had just drilled the Evolve and thought maybe the UFO would be too close to my Physix in reaction. It is different enough to have in the bag when going to a tournament that I know will be on a longer heavier pattern. The UFO is also usable on some over-walled, high volume of oil in the middle of the lane, house conditions, when keeping the ball in the oil. Thank you for reading my review of the Roto Grip UFO.

Orientation: Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 RPM Speed: 16-17 MPH PAP: 4 5/8 straight across Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO Pattern: High Volume THS VLS Layout: 5 ½, 4, 2 ¾ The UFO is a great benchmark Asym from RotoGrip. I’m a little on the slower side of ball speed and I tend to roll it a little heavy. As a result, I can’t throw SUPER strong balls usually. But the UFO is just clean enough that I’m able to use it more effectively. It hooks a ton overall, it’s definitely that strong solid asym shape but just clean enough for rev dominant players.

Wanted this ball since it came out. Due to covid 19 havent been able to get to the lanes yet to even have it drilled yet

NJ, United States

Ball was 15 pounds I needed 14 pound and pin was 6inch almost not drillable I requested 3 inch pin

FL, United States

If you really need to ball up this is my first choice out of the bag. Blends wet and dry very well and HOOKS! Not slow off my hand like many solid asyms. If you need to put something big in your bag this one might just be it.

VA, United States

Haven't gotten it drilled yet but this ball was exactly what I was looking for at a great price

WA, United States

Great ball. Bought the ball for my wife and she love’s it. She was using a Hero but it wasn’t hitting the pocket strong enough n leaving the 5 pin sometimes. But the UFO DRIVES RIGHT THROUGH THE POCKET I RATE THIS BALL A FIVE!

TX, United States

I purchased my second UFO. Keeping for future use. Bowled 242 with it recently. I’m a 180 avg bowler. But that’s been going up since using the UFO. It’s definitely a hook monster. I’m 63 and throw left handed, fingertip grip about 16mph from center arrow to five boards to the right. Love it.

NY, United States

This ball has great revolutions and pin action. I loved it the from the first time I used it. Already has seen a increase in scores!

FL, United States

Great Ball its been years since iv been in the game again great buy great hook on the Lanes and great option wouldn't choose anything else...

NY, United States

Excellent ball. Has awesome down lane action. Bowled a couple games on worn out lane, can’t wait to see what it does in league bowl on a freshly oiled lane.

IN, United States

This is the ball I’ve been needing! First Roto Grip for me and I have to say I’m thoroughly impressed.

IN, United States

This ball goes right as easy as it goes left and brother does it go left. Not all strong balls will glide right but this cover stock allows any bowler to move left send it to the right and watch it come back and split the 8 and 9 pins. Really drives thru the pin deck and hits extremely hard. The cover stock seems to not absorb oil like other reactives do. The ball comes 2000 grit out of the box and I would recommend shining the ball to 4000 grit and polishing for better control. Roto Grip has a winner here.

I love the ball and will recommend my fellow bowling friends to get this ball and buy it from u guys.

IL, United States

I'm 55 and love to bowl. I am also not the greatest but I am consistent. Four week after drilling I bowled my second 300. My first was 10 years ago. This ball is solid BUT you need to get it drilled right. Bring to someone who knows your style and understands the ball. Drilling is everything

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