{"merchant":{"slug":"bowlersmart","name":"BowlersMart","domain":"www.bowlersmart.com"},"id":"1247433","sku":"BBMGVK","gtin":null,"name":"900 Global Viking Bowling Ball","brand":"900 Global","categories":[{"name":"900 Global","slug":"900-global"},{"name":"900 Global Bowling Balls","slug":"900-global-bowling-balls"},{"name":"Asymmetrical Core Bowling Balls","slug":"asymmetrical-core-bowling-balls"},{"name":"Ball Add-Ons","slug":"ball-add-ons"},{"name":"Bowling Ball Deals","slug":"bowling-ball-deals"},{"name":"Bowling Balls","slug":"bowling-balls"},{"name":"Bowling Balls for Two-Handed Bowlers","slug":"two-handed-bowling-balls"},{"name":"Bowling Brand","slug":"brands"},{"name":"Bowling Deals","slug":"bowling-deals"},{"name":"Heavy Oil Bowling Balls","slug":"heavy-oil-bowling-balls"},{"name":"High Performance Bowling Balls","slug":"high-performance-bowling-balls"},{"name":"Hybrid Reactive Bowling Balls","slug":"hybrid-reactive-bowling-balls"}],"buy_url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/product/900-global-viking-bowling-ball/","pages":{"html":"https://ittems.com/bowlersmart/p/900-global-viking-bowling-ball","md":"https://ittems.com/bowlersmart/p/900-global-viking-bowling-ball.md","json":"https://ittems.com/bowlersmart/p/900-global-viking-bowling-ball.json"},"price":{"min":154.95,"max":154.95,"currency":"USD"},"availability":"instock","checked_at":"2026-10-15T21:14:34.804963+00:00","source_updated_at":"2026-10-15T20:32:19+00:00","summary":"What should I know about the Viking? Asymmetric Strobe A.I. Core with a raised RG for a clean read and strong backend RB 90 Hybrid Reactive cover at a Power Edge polished finish A small-batch 900 Series weapon for medium-heavy oil","specs":[{"key":"Brand","value":"900 Global"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Shape","value":"Asymmetrical Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Name","value":"900 Global Strobe AI Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Coverstock Type","value":"Hybrid Reactive"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Cover Name","value":"900 Global RB 90 Hybrid Reactive"},{"key":"Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB)","value":"2.51"},{"key":"Differential: Diff (15LB)","value":".052"},{"key":"Mass Bias Strength","value":".016"},{"key":"Flare Potential","value":"4 - 5 Inches"},{"key":"Surface Finish","value":"Storm Power Edge"},{"key":"Preferred Lane Conditions","value":"Medium - Heavy Oil"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Color","value":"Copper, Red, Silver"},{"key":"Ball Performance Level","value":"900 Global 900 Series Bowling Balls, High Performance Bowling Balls"},{"key":"Scent","value":"None"},{"key":"Release Date","value":"November 2025"}],"variants":[{"sku":"GLBBMGVK16","gtin":"887970752593","label":"16LB","price":154.95,"stock":15,"options":{"Ball Weight":"16LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":299.95},{"sku":"GLBBMGVK15","gtin":"887970752579","label":"15LB","price":154.95,"stock":65,"options":{"Ball Weight":"15LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":299.95},{"sku":"GLBBMGVK14","gtin":"887970752548","label":"14LB","price":154.95,"stock":92,"options":{"Ball Weight":"14LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":299.95},{"sku":"GLBBMGVK13","gtin":"887970752517","label":"13LB","price":154.95,"stock":6,"options":{"Ball Weight":"13LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":299.95},{"sku":"GLBBMGVK12","gtin":"887970752487","label":"12LB","price":154.95,"stock":8,"options":{"Ball Weight":"12LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":299.95}],"images":[{"alt":"900global-viking-bowling-ball-700-oct2025","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/900global-viking-bowling-ball-700-oct2025.jpg"},{"alt":"900 global viking strobe bowling ball core","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/900-global-viking-strobe-bowling-ball-core.webp"}],"release_date":"November 2025","description":"A Small-Batch Asymmetric Weapon for Medium-Heavy Oil\n\nAbout the Viking\n\nThe 900 Global Viking is built for battle. Created in small batches with precision and pride, it is the clean and reliable choice for tackling challenging lanes. The Viking pairs the asymmetric Strobe A.I. Core with a responsive hybrid shell to deliver the kind of strong, defined motion you can trust to show up every time.\n\nThe Viking wraps that asymmetric Strobe core in the RB 90 Hybrid Reactive coverstock at a Power Edge polish, in a striking Copper, Red, and Silver cosmetic. A 900 Series piece, it reads the mid-lane and then makes a very strong backend move, clean enough to get down medium-heavy lanes and powerful enough to finish with authority.\n\nUnderstanding the 900 Global Strobe A.I. Core and 900 Global RB 90 Hybrid Reactive\n\n900 Global built the Viking for a strong, clean asymmetric reaction. Specifically, the asymmetric Strobe A.I. Core uses a raised RG and a single-density weight block to read the mid-lane uniquely while still providing a very strong backend shape, while the RB 90 Hybrid cover at a Power Edge polish clears the front of the lane and stores energy for a powerful, defined move. As a result, it gets down medium-heavy lanes cleanly and finishes with authority. The full per-weight specifications are listed below.\n\nA Raised-RG Asymmetric Core That Reads the Mid-Lane and Drives Hard\n\nAt the heart of the Viking is the asymmetric Strobe A.I. Core. At 15 lb it measures RG 2.51, a strong .052 differential, and a .016 intermediate differential (mass bias), numbers that produce heavy flare and a powerful, defined asymmetric motion. The raised RG and single-density weight block let the core read the mid-lane uniquely while still providing a very strong backend shape.\n\nThat combination of a clean read and a strong finish is what makes the Viking so effective. The higher RG helps the ball get through the front of the lane, while the strong differential and asymmetric shape supply the flare and the hard-driving backend. Because it is asymmetric, layout has a strong influence on the reaction, so your pro shop can position the pin and mass bias to lean the motion earlier or more angular to match your game.\n\nA Polished Hybrid for Clean Length and a Strong Backend\n\nThe Viking wraps that core in the RB 90 Hybrid Reactive coverstock, finished at Power Edge polish. A hybrid cover blends the traction of a solid with the cleaner length of a pearl, and the polished surface adds length on top of that, so the Viking clears the front of the lane on medium-heavy oil and stores its energy for the back.\n\nWhen the Viking reaches the friction, the strong asymmetric Strobe core turns that stored energy into a powerful, defined backend. It is the clean-but-strong combination that makes the Viking a reliable choice on challenging patterns. Leave it polished for the most length and the sharpest move, or take the surface down at your pro shop for an earlier, stronger read when the oil increases.\n\nViking Specs\n\nRG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.\n\nWho This Ball Is Right For\n\n✓Tournament Players: A clean, strong asymmetric that gets down medium-heavy lanes and finishes with a powerful, defined backend\n\n✓Higher-Rev Bowlers: The strong Strobe core rewards revs with heavy flare and a hard-driving move off the breakpoint\n\n✓Stronger Stylists: Asymmetric power with the cleaner length of a polished hybrid, for medium-heavy oil that demands a strong finish\n\n✓Arsenal Builders: A 900 Series asymmetric weapon, the strong-but-clean piece you reach for on challenging patterns\n\nGood to Know Before You Buy\n\n·Strong, aggressive motion: This is a high-flare piece built for traction. If you want a controlled, lower-hook reaction, a lower-differential ball will suit you better.\n\n·Ships polished: The Power Edge (Polished) finish runs clean and long out of the box. For an earlier read on heavier oil, take the surface down at your pro shop.\n\n·Asymmetric layout sensitivity: Layout choices shift the reaction more than on a symmetric ball. Match the pin and mass bias to your game with your pro shop.\n\n·Colors vary: Actual colors vary somewhat from the photos shown; no two balls come out of the mold exactly alike.\n\n·Tiny pit holes are normal: A few tiny pit holes in the coverstock are a normal part of the manufacturing process.\n\n·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.\n\nBowlersMart Tips: Where the Viking Fits in Your 900 Global Arsenal\n\nWhere It Fits in Your Arsenal\n\nIn the 900 Global lineup, the Viking is a clean, strong asymmetric for medium-heavy oil. Where a sanded solid attacks the heaviest, freshest volume, the polished Viking clears the fronts more easily and then makes a powerful, defined backend move. It pairs naturally below your strongest traction piece and above your cleaner pearls, and the solid Viking Conquest is its earlier-reading, heavier-oil complement.\n\nSurface Adjustments\n\nThe Power Edge polish is a length-and-power setup out of the box. Take the surface down with a lower-grit pad for an earlier, stronger read on more oil, or re-polish to restore length. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.\n\nCoverstock Care\n\nWipe the RB 90 Hybrid cover with an approved reactive ball cleaner after every session, and deep clean it periodically. Keeping the polished cover clean preserves the clean length and strong backend that make the Viking so reliable.\n\nEarn points on every 900 Global purchase through the Striking Rewards loyalty program. Every ball you add to your arsenal builds toward your next reward.\n\nShop With Confidence at BowlersMart\n\nThe 900 Global Viking Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized 900 Global dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year 900 Global warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.\n\nWeight\nRadius of Gyration (RG)\nDifferential\nMass Bias\n\n16 lbs\n2.50\n.050\n.014\n\n15 lbs\n2.51\n.052\n.016\n\n14 lbs\n2.52\n.051\n.014\n\n13 lbs\n2.56\n.034\n.011\n\n12 lbs\n2.58\n.031\n.009","policies":[{"text":"Free ground shipping on US orders, no minimum, 48 contiguous states and military APO/FPO. To Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam bowling balls ship for $24.95 per ball, most other items free; oversized roller bags cost extra there. 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