- Blue Alien

First Impressions
With the Blue Alien, Elite brings a fascinating new development to the market, one that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Pancake core, which with a 2.69 RG and a 0.019 differential ensures a very clean motion through the front sections of the lane. The polyester cover is specifically tuned to store the ball's energy extremely efficiently. The nature of the surface with a polished finish massively supports this characteristic, letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually the ball is a real eye-catcher, and it immediately conveys that this model was primarily designed for later and sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover is exceptionally harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the Blue Alien with the Ebonite Maxim, the glaring differences in backend reaction are immediately apparent. The Ebonite Maxim tends to read somewhat earlier, while the Blue Alien holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts noticeably more aggressively to the dry area. This characteristic makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Maxim starts losing energy in the pocket or entering too flat. Although both balls have a similar orientation toward lighter oil patterns, the Blue Alien offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It is the ideal solution for situations in which the Maxim no longer develops enough drive, since it generates the necessary entry angle.
On the Lanes
This ball shows its greatest strength once the lane has been broken in a bit and the transition has clearly set in. It needs a certain amount of friction in the backend to develop its characteristic hook, which delivers maximum, explosive carry. When the boards in the front part of the lane dry up, the ball lets you systematically move further inside and play the pocket from a much deeper angle. It is very well suited to medium to dry conditions and an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, quick-reacting surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on misses out to the outside, it should keep your scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.