Comments about Motiv Cruel C51 LE:

Bowler Stats-Ball Speed 17 MPH Rev Rate-App 280 Axis of Rotation-30 to 60 degrees Axis Tilt 20 degrees Right Handed

The Cruel C51LE ball is designed for medium, heavy or long oil patterns. The ball performs as advertised. It pushes through the heads with ease as on fresh shots or whenever it can find oil in the heads and mids. As the ball gets to the midlane the core starts to take over, albeit later then the C51, and you can visually see the ball rev (thanks to the Neomark graphics) up. As the ball finds the friction a very strong borderline flippy reactions occurs. I am able to use the C51LE playing both down the boards, swinging it out to the dry, or playing deep but not far right. The ball recovers very well making an aggressive move when it encounters friction. When the volume in the heads starts to wear out, the ball picks up earlier and leaves weak corner pins. As long as the Cruel LE has sufficient head and midlane oil it is a very effective ball. In comparison to the original Cruel C51 the LE goes a little longer before reading and the total hook is about 2 boards more. Because of the more aggressive backend reacion I have been able to play deeper in the heads with the LE then the original Cruel and still maintain carry.

The CruelLE does not seem to have a surface preference as it reacted well on all surfaces.

If you use this ball as designed on fresh or long oil patters, it is a very effective ball. To throw it on a broken down THS or a Sport Condition with a few games will take more ball speed then I have.

The C51LE gives Motiv a piece of equipment for Motiv believers to step up from the Cruel to cover more boards or cover as many boards as the TR2's while creating the correct angle to carry. While I've found the TR2 to be most effective up the boards, the LE can be played up the boards, or playing left to right as well as allowing deeper lane play then with the C51. I'm very colorblind but I've heard from multiple bowlers that the ball is very pleasing to the eye and will give it good shelf appeal.

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Comments about Motiv Cruel C51 LE:

The Cruel LE uses the same asymmetrical core as the original Cruel C51.What isnew is a new pearlized reactive Formula 5 coverstock.The box finish is 2000 sanded and polished with MOTIV Power Gel Polish.The color is red with black swirl and silver and white logos.RG. 15lbs. 2.48, RG Diff. 15lbs .060, MB 15lbs. .030, Flare-6"+,Lane conditions-Medium oil-oily.My information-Right-handed, Ball speed-16mph average,Rev Rate-280-300 rpm's,Axis Rotation-45 degrees,Axis Tilt-15 degreesPAP-5 1/4" over and 1 1/4 upSpecs of ball tested15lbs 4oz. Top weight-3.4oz. Pin 3.3'Ball surface-OOB 2000 sanded and polished with MOTIV Power Gel PolishDrilling-70x45@4 1/2" P1 hole,2" deep,with 1" bitLanes Tested On3year old Pro Anvilanes,8 year old Anvilanes,11 year old Anvilanes,Patterns-41' THS, 40' oilier house shot,37' and 41' Blue pattern,2011 USBC Queens pattern,2011 USBC Women's National pattern. MOTIV is defining what it means to produce quality bowling balls.Productsthat fill gaps rather than producing a ball that fits over a current product.And the Cruel LE adds another diamond in the line-up of current MOTIV gems. The Cruel LE has a new pearlized coverstock.The pearl cover increasesthe ease through the heads.The midlane roll is very defined and quick. The LE about 1 1/2"-2" more length than the original Cruel C51.The LEresponse to the friction is quick and defined.This LE corners harderthan the Original Cruel C51,with a very strong arc at the breakpoint. The backend recovery of the LE was very impressive.I could sendit wide without fear of it not recovering.And the continuation throughthe pin deck helped with carry. I have used the ball on a wide variety of patterns.It handled all of them,justadjust the surface as needed and watch the LE shine.The only patternsthe Cruel it not intended for is dry. The Cruel LE another winning ball in the MOTIV line.This ball fitsnicely between the Cruel C51 and the Primal TV4.MOTIV GIRLAngela Wilt-Staff Member

Comments about Motiv Cruel C51 LE:

I am a mid-high rev full roller with a low 180's average. I was looking for a ball with just a little more bite in fresh and heavier league oil conditions. The Motiv Cruel C51 LE is just what the doctor ordered. Using the out-of-the-box finish on freshly oiled lanes, I as amazed at how hard and clean this ball finishes. I was literally in awe to see how it ripped through the backend and also shocked at how hard it hit the pins every time. MOTIV made me a believer with this great ball, do not miss your chance to get one!

Comments about Motiv Cruel C51 LE:

MOTIV CRUEL C51 LECoverstock:The Cruel C51 LE features a new additive to increase the surface texture (Higher RA value) of the black and red Formula-5™ Pearl Reactive coverstock. This feature helps low to moderate rev bowlers cross more boards down the lane in medium to heavy oil. High rev bowlers will find that this additive provides a smooth, but very strong backend motion. This ball's motion is unique where it seems to be hooking as it is revving going down the lane, unlike most pearls where there is a skid flip motion.Box FinishThe factory finish on the Cruel LE is 2000 wet sand / Power Gel Polish. This finish will provide an aggressive reaction with length and a very strong backend with continuation. There seems to be a very light polish out of the box but is polish-friendly if additional polish is desired.Inner CoreThe Cruel LE has the same asymmetric core as the original Cruel C51 which it is very aggressive. The specs are maxed out. The Cruel C51 has an RG of 2.48 and a .060 diff and a .30 mass bias differential (15# ball).Cruel LE drilled:Axis Point - 5" over 0" up/downPin to PAP- 5 1/2" (pin located above fingers)Mass Bias Placement – 4 ½" from PAPBalance Hole – 5/8" (small hole) 6 ½'' over just above midlineSurface Preparation - Out of Box (2000 Wet Sand / Power Gel polish)Review:Motiv advertises this ball for medium to heavy oil but because of the new additive to the cover this ball matches up to more conditions than expected. I have used it with the "out of the box" surface on most typical house conditions and heavy oil tournament conditions with much success (averaging 235 for 20 games with a high game/series of 279/743 so far). I also have seen it used successfully on a light house condition with strong backends by a bowler with less rev rate than myself and that bowler ended up having a 700 series that night! Basically this ball strikes and continues to strike whatever event you may be competing. Motiv has a winner with this one … better add this one to the top of your bowling ball wish list if you want to add more strikes to your game. It's a Cruel World!Ernie SeguraMotiv Seed Program (Michigan)36 Certified 300's20 Certified 800's [@]