- Inception Redux

First Impressions
Released in April 2017, the 900Global Inception Redux represents a significant step forward within the manufacturer's high-performance line. The technical heart of this ball is the patented Adaptor/D Ceramic Asymmetric core. This innovative core uses a ceramic component on the inside that manipulates density in order to maximize energy transfer to the pins. At 15 pounds, this core delivers extremely aggressive numbers: a very low RG of 2.48, a high differential of 0.055, and an intermediate differential of 0.024. These specs guarantee a very early revving ball with massive flare potential. This technology is wrapped in the S74R Solid Reactive coverstock. Unlike the original Inception, which used a pearl shell, the Redux comes with a dull 4000 grit Abralon finish. This combination of a tacky solid cover and the strong asymmetric core aims to create maximum traction in oil without losing energy at the pin deck.
Comparison Compared directly to the original 900Global Inception (Pearl), the Inception Redux shows a noticeably earlier and rounder ball motion. Where the pearl predecessor skidded farther through the heads and made a sharper directional change at the breakpoint, the Redux digs into the lane much earlier and offers more even control in the midlane. Bringing in a 2017 competitor such as the Storm Sure Lock, the Inception Redux operates in a similar heavy-oil segment. The Sure Lock does tend to read a bit earlier and generate even more overall hook, while the Inception Redux, thanks to its ceramic core, often shows slightly better energy retention for carry in the pocket. Compared to the 900Global Truth, which is also asymmetric but uses the Adaptor/C core, the Redux offers more overall dynamics and handles higher oil volumes. It functions as the "snowplow" of the lineup, preparing the lane for weaker balls.
On the Lanes The 900Global Inception Redux is clearly designed for medium to heavy oil conditions as well as fresh, longer sport patterns. Thanks to the 4000 Abralon surface it provides enough traction not to slide out on an oily front end, yet retains enough surface to avoid going "dead" immediately, as can happen with extremely coarse 500 grit finishes. It is the ideal choice as the first ball out of the bag to read the lane and establish a line. If you throw the ball fast, you'll benefit from the early traction that keeps the ball from missing the breakpoint. If you're rev-dominant, the steady motion of the Adaptor/D core gives you excellent control, since the ball doesn't jump unpredictably but rolls heavily into the pocket. On dry lanes, or once the heads are heavily played, the ball will burn up energy too early and lose hitting power; in that case switching to the original Inception or a Honey Badger would be the smarter move.