- Infinity Quest

First Impressions
The Brunswick Infinity Quest shows up in a striking white, pink and blue color combination that polarizes and definitely won't go unnoticed. Technically the ball is built on the proven Infinity core, an asymmetric design with a 2.521 RG, a 0.051 differential and a 0.010 mass bias. Those numbers place the ball in the medium RG range with a high differential and a medium mass bias, which promises a strong core configuration. The coverstock is HK22C Evo Solid Reactive technology, which was already used in Brunswick's Mesmerize. Out of the box the ball gets a polish with 500/1000/1500 grit and Crown Factory Compound, which results in a final surface of roughly 5000 grit. Hardness is 73, while the absorption rate is rated as fast. The Infinity Quest is positioned in the high-performance category and is marketed as a flip ball.

Comparison
Compared directly to other premium balls, the Infinity Quest shows clear similarities to Hammer's Jigsaw series in terms of hook potential and the characteristic hockey-stick reaction. Compared to Brunswick's Iron Max, the Quest should offer nearly identical performance with the right surface work, but at a price roughly 30 dollars lower. The ball slots in between Brunswick's Mesmerize and the new Combat, and could function as a step between those two extremes. Against Brunswick's Origin it may show slightly less sharpness in the backend, while it lines up alongside the Theorem Solid and about half a step above the Combat, Hammer's Black Widow Mania or Roto Grip's Evoke Hysteria. With Roto Grip's Rubicon line or Motiv's Pride line it shares the mildly asymmetric character.

On the Lanes
The Infinity Quest is said to stand out for its continuous ball reaction. Once it gets moving, it holds its line and shows a steady, predictable reaction both in friction and in oil. That characteristic makes it a versatile ball that could accommodate different styles and speeds. It could be particularly well suited to challenge patterns, since it promises a stable roll with continuous motion and no unpredictable direction changes. The medium RG and the mild asymmetry should help the ball get through the heads better and keep it from reading too early. The polished surface makes it an ideal ball-down option from stronger oil monsters like the Mesmerize. If needed, surface work can increase the aggressiveness — at 2000 grit it should already become nearly as strong as other high-end balls. If you're speed-dominant, surface work may be necessary to get optimal results. The ball should be usable for most bowlers on lane conditions from medium-light to heavy. Only high-rev, low-speed combinations might have trouble, unless they're bowling on very oily lanes. The ability to play it both straight and with bigger angles underlines its versatility. At a price of around 170 dollars, the Infinity Quest is competitively positioned in its segment and offers an interesting alternative for bowlers looking for a continuous, controllable ball with appealing carry.