- Nasty Rumor

First Impressions
The DV8 Nasty Rumor was released in February 2018 as a further development of the Rumor series and comes in a two-tone look of dark and light purple pearl. Technically, this ball relies on the proven Rumor Medium RG Symmetric core, which at 15 pounds shows an RG of 2.534 and a differential of 0.048. This combination points to controlled yet still powerful roll. The key change compared to its predecessor is the Deception Pearl Plus coverstock. This modified pearl shell was developed to allow an even longer skid phase through the heads. Out of the box, the ball carries a 500 Siaair finish that has been polished to a high gloss with Crown Factory Compound in order to store energy for the backend.
Comparison Compared to the original DV8 Rumor from the previous year, the DV8 Nasty Rumor shows a clearly stronger and more continuous reaction at the breakpoint thanks to the updated Deception Pearl Plus cover. While the original Rumor was known more for its smoothness, the Nasty Rumor responds more sensitively and more aggressively to friction. Compared with the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the Nasty Rumor offers a slightly earlier move in the midlane, but retains a similar versatility on burned-up lanes. Compared to the DV8 Creed Revelation, which came out at the same time, the Nasty Rumor sits below it in terms of performance; it covers fewer boards and is less jumpy, which makes it a more controlled option for medium conditions. Against the Brunswick Melee Jab Blood Red it shows comparable length through the heads, but feels somewhat more predictable throughout the entire hook phase.
On the Lanes The DV8 Nasty Rumor is designed primarily for medium oil conditions and works as an excellent all-around ball for everyday league play. Its strength lies in its ability to get cleanly through the heads while still saving enough power for a strong move into the pocket. It is especially suited if you are looking for a clear separation between the skid phase and the change of direction at the breakpoint, without the ball becoming uncontrollably "jumpy." On typical house shots (THS) it still allows you to hit the pocket with good carry once the first boards have been played dry and stronger balls would react too early. Thanks to the symmetric core, it forgives smaller inaccuracies at the release and offers a stable continuation through the pins. For players with a lot of rotation it is also an excellent choice for keeping the angles open without losing control of the breakpoint.