- Jackal Assault

First Impressions
The Motiv Jackal Assault presents itself as a standout option in your arsenal for demanding conditions. Built around the Predator Asymmetric core, this ball delivers an extremely stable foundation for heavier oil patterns with a 2.47 RG and a 0.055 differential (intermediate differential: 0.015). The solid reactive cover provides outstanding traction in the early phase of the lane. Thanks to the factory 2000 Abralon surface, the ball reads the heads very early and develops consistent rotation through the midlane. Visually it's very appealing and immediately signals its focus on heavy oil and maximum control. The combination of asymmetric design and this strong cover means this ball loses hardly any energy in the pocket and shows an impressive presence.
Comparison
Head to head with the Brunswick Mindset, the Jackal Assault shows a noticeably calmer and more controlled reaction. Where other asymmetric models often react too aggressively to the transition, this ball keeps a consistently predictable path. The Brunswick Mindset does offer a bit more length through the first two thirds of the lane, but it lacks the sheer traction the Jackal Assault builds up in the boards. If you find the Mindset too jumpy, you'll find the stability and predictability you need here. It's more forgiving of release mistakes than comparable strong balls, yet still keeps the power to clear the pins extremely effectively. It shows its undeniable strengths especially on changing conditions.
On the Lanes
For practical use on the lanes, this ball is best suited to long, high-volume oil patterns. When the heads are oiled up enough, it can unlock its full potential and delivers a continuous hook toward the pocket. It picks up the friction at the end of the pattern smoothly but decisively, which leads to superb carry. If you throw the ball fast, this is the perfect choice for hitting the pocket safely and repeatably. Should the lane dry up as the session goes on and the transition set in, it's worth planning a ball change early, since it could react too soon on dry boards. It's an excellent ball for wetter conditions, one that fully lives up to modern performance expectations and should consistently produce high scores.