- Purple Rhino Pro

First Impressions
With the Purple Rhino Pro, Brunswick brings a fascinating new development to market, one that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Rhino Core, which with a 2.55 RG and a 0.038 differential ensures 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 surface, with a polished finish, supports this trait massively by letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually it's a real eye-catcher, and it immediately conveys that this model was designed primarily for later and sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover is exceptionally harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the Purple Rhino Pro to the Storm Tropical Surge, the glaring differences in backend reaction are immediately apparent. The Storm Tropical Surge tends to read a bit earlier, while the Purple Rhino Pro holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts noticeably more aggressively to the dry area. That trait makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Tropical Surge starts losing energy in the pocket or entering too flat. Although both balls are aimed at lighter oil patterns, the Purple Rhino Pro offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It's the ideal solution for situations in which the Tropical Surge no longer develops enough drive, since it generates the needed entry angle.
On the Lanes
This ball shows its greatest strength once the lane has broken down slightly and 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, it allows you to move systematically further inside and attack the pocket from a much deeper angle. It's very well suited to medium to dry conditions and an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, quick-reacting 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.