- HyJinx

First Impressions
With the HyJinx, Columbia 300 brings a fascinating new development to market, one that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Jinx Symmetric core, which with a 2.53 RG and a 0.045 differential ensures a very clean motion through the front part of the lane. The pearl reactive cover is specifically tuned to store the ball's energy extremely efficiently. The nature of the surface with a polished finish supports this trait massively, 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 designed primarily for later and sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover has been achieved here in an extremely harmonious and purposeful way.
Comparison
Comparing the HyJinx to the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the glaring differences in backend reaction stand out immediately. The Storm Hy-Road Pearl tends to read a bit earlier, while the HyJinx holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then responds noticeably 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 have a similar orientation toward lighter oil patterns, the HyJinx 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 already broken down slightly 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 allows you to move systematically further inside and attack the pocket from a much deeper angle. It suits medium to dry conditions very well and is an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, quick-responding surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on misses out, it should keep scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.