- Bad Intentions

First Impressions
The Hammer Bad Intentions brings an extremely menacing black solid look to the lane. Inside works the strong symmetric Spheroid core, which features a low 2.480 RG and a strong 0.048 differential. The cover is the Juiced Solid Reactive coverstock, brought to a strong, tacky texture out of the box with a 500 and 2000 Abralon finish. Thanks to the low RG and the massive differential, the ball skids reliably through the front part of the lane. These specs should make the ball aim for an incredibly strong, arcing midlane motion.

Comparison
Comparing the Bad Intentions to the Hammer Bad Intentions Hybrid, the pure solid version shows drastically more traction and a far earlier overall reaction in oil. Against a ball like the Storm Phaze II, the Bad Intentions offers a very similar, strong and steady hook thanks to its strong differential. When the transition changes the lane and friction increases, the balanced, strong surface keeps the ball from jumping off the breakpoint uncontrollably. It works very well as a benchmark ball.

On the Lanes
The Hammer Bad Intentions is most at home on medium to heavy lane conditions. It's an excellent option if you're looking for a dependable and very strong ball motion. The symmetric core creates an absolutely predictable, heavy motion, which builds confidence when playing straighter lines. The ball should secure carry through a consistent, powerful entry into the pocket. On very dry patterns, however, it inevitably burns up too much energy.