Mastermind Intellect

 

Length: Varying

Volume: Varying

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS and ABT patterns

Coverstock prep: Box finish (500 Siaar plus Royal Compound)


COMMENTS

Likes: Extremely strong off the spot, good push through the front, good when the backends are getting weak

Dislikes: Hard for me to throw on the fresh due to the huge backend move. 

The more I've gotten to throw the Intellect the more I'm loving it! I knew from my very first practice balls that this thing was going to be a lot of fun to throw because it is hella strong down lane; however, in the early going, I was having trouble finding a good time to throw it because it was just so strong that it was tough to control the backend. I found myself leaving a lot of 4's, 7's, 4-9's, and designer splits.

However, as I've put more games on it, I've figured out that I can use it when either my original Mastermind or Genius is having trouble making the corner. The original Mastermind is an amazing ball, but its strength sometimes causes it to lose a little bit of pop if I'm trying to go too far inside. The Genius is a great benchmark piece, but once I really have to get left, it struggles to get the corners out. That's where the Intellect comes in. The Intellect is much cleaner through the front and much more explosive down lane than either the original or Genius, so it's great for avoiding drying heads and/or chewing through carrydown. The great thing about the Intellect is that I know I have more miss room from inside than I do with Melee Jab, which can sometimes hit a little bit flat if I miss inside the oil. The Intellect NEVER hits flat; it just keeps on coming!

I've loved each of the Mastermind balls that I've thrown, and the Intellect is no different. If you need big ball motion, look no further; this ball offers as much HOOK as any solid I've ever thrown. 

If you have questions or comments after reading this review, feel free to contact me via private message. Good luck and good bowling to all!