- Razyr Purple

First Impressions
With the Razyr Purple, Hammer brings a fascinating new development to market, one that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Razyr Symmetric core, which with a 2.55 RG and a 0.038 differential ensures very clean motion through the front portions of the lane. The pearl reactive cover is specifically tuned to store the ball's energy extremely efficiently. The character of the surface with its polished finish massively supports this trait, letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually the ball is a real eye-catcher and immediately conveys that this model was primarily designed for later, sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover is extremely harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the Razyr Purple with the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the glaring differences in backend reaction are immediately apparent. The Storm Hy-Road Pearl tends to read a bit earlier, while the Razyr Purple holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then responds much more aggressively to the dry area. That trait makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Hy-Road Pearl starts losing energy in the pocket or entering too flat. Although both balls are aimed at similar, lighter oil patterns, the Razyr Purple offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It's the ideal solution for situations in which the Hy-Road Pearl no longer generates enough drive, since it creates the necessary entry angle.
On the Lanes
This ball shows its greatest strength once the lane has been played 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. As the boards in the front part of the lane dry up, the ball lets you systematically move further inside and attack the pocket from a much deeper angle. It works excellently on medium to dry conditions and is an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, responsive surface. With 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.