# KR Strikeforce Rise Black Silver Pearl Bowling Ball

Sold by BowlersMart (www.bowlersmart.com). $99.95 USD. In stock: 16LB, 15LB, 14LB, 13LB, 12LB, 11LB, 10LB. Checked 2026-10-18 18:39 UTC.
Buy: https://www.bowlersmart.com/product/kr-stikeforce-rise-black-silver-pearl-bowling-ball/

## Facts
- Brand: KR Strikeforce
- Category: Bowling Balls > Bowling Balls for Straight Bowlers > Bowling Brand > Entry Level Bowling Balls
- Bowling Ball Color: Black, Silver
- Bowling Ball Core Name: KR Strikeforce Launch Core
- Bowling Ball Core Shape: Symmetrical Core
- Bowling Ball Cover Name: KR Thrust Pearl Reactive
- Bowling Ball Coverstock Type: Pearl Reactive
- Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB): 2.53
- Differential: Diff (15LB): .047
- Surface Finish: 2000 Grit Polish
- Flare Potential: 3 - 4 Inches
- Brand: KR Strikeforce
- Preferred Lane Conditions: Medium Oil
- Ball Performance Level: Entry Level Novice Bowling Balls
- Release Date: September 2025
- SKU: KR-RIS-BS
- Merchant record last changed: 2026-10-18 18:17 UTC

## Variants
| Variant | SKU | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16LB | KR-RIS-BS-16 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 15LB | KR-RIS-BS-15 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 14LB | KR-RIS-BS-14 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 13LB | KR-RIS-BS-13 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 12LB | KR-RIS-BS-12 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 11LB | KR-RIS-BS-11 | $99.95 USD | In stock |
| 10LB | KR-RIS-BS-10 | $99.95 USD | In stock |

## Options (chosen at checkout)
- Drilling Protection: Yes - Covers Cracking During Ball Drilling (+$4.95 USD), Decline Protection
- Extra 365 Warranty Coverage: Yes - Add 365 Warranty Coverage (+$5.95 USD), Decline 365 Warranty Coverage

## Description (merchant text, shortened)
The First Reactive Ball That Grows With You

About the Rise

The KR Strikeforce Rise is the perfect option for entry-level bowlers looking to get in the game with their own bowling ball. KR built it around one idea: a consistent, predictable motion that helps you learn what the ball is doing and repeat it, with the combination of the Launch core and Thrust coverstock delivering the consistency improving bowlers are looking for.

This is the Black/Silver Pearl colorway, wrapped in the polished Thrust Pearl cover for easy length and a clean look. Available in 10 to 16 pounds, there is a fit for almost any bowler.

Understanding the KR Launch Core and KR Thrust Pearl Reactive

KR designed the Rise to make reactive bowling approachable. The Launch core keeps the motion stable and forgiving while the Thrust cover adds just enough traction to teach you how a reactive ball responds to the lane.

A Forgiving Core Built for Consistency

The Launch core posts a 2.53 RG and a .047 differential at 15 pounds: moderate numbers that produce a stable roll with modest flare. The ball goes the same place shot after shot, which is exactly what you want while you build a repeatable release.

A Polished Pearl Cover for Easy Length

The Thrust Pearl Reactive cover ships at 2000 Abralon with polish, so it stores energy through the front of the lane and releases it with a gentle, controllable move. On lighter oil it gives you real hook without ever feeling wild.

Who This Ball Is Right For

✓First-ball buyers: You are moving up from house balls and want your own ball with a real, learnable reaction.

✓Improving bowlers: You are developing a hook and need a forgiving, predictable ball that rewards repetition.

✓Value shoppers: You want genuine reactive performance without a high-performance price.

Good to Know Before You Buy

·Ships polished: The 2000 Abralon / Polish finish runs clean and long out of the box. For an earlier read on heavier oil, take the surface down at your pro shop.

·Colors vary: Actual colors vary somewhat from the photos shown; no two balls come out of the mold exactly alike.

·Tiny pit holes are normal: A few tiny pit holes in the coverstock are a normal part of the manufacturing process.

·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.

BowlersMart Tips: Starting Your Arsenal With the Rise

Where It Fits in Your Arsenal

In the KR Strikeforce line, the Rise is the first reactive step. Pair it with the KR Polyester spare ball and you have the classic two-ball setup: the Rise to attack the pocket, the plastic ball to shoot spares dead straight.

Surface Adjustments

As your rev rate grows, your pro shop can adjust the 2000 Abralon surface to move the reaction earlier or later.

Coverstock Care

Wipe the ball with a microfiber towel during play and clean it with an approved ball cleaner afterward to keep the Thrust cover responding like new.
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## Shipping, returns, payment (BowlersMart)
- Shipping: 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. International orders pay the rate shown at checkout, duties paid locally.
- Processing and delivery: In-stock items ordered by 2PM EST Monday to Friday ship the same day, later orders the next business day. Carriers USPS, UPS, FedEx. Standard delivery 3 to 7 business days; expedited options at checkout.
- Returns: 60 days from delivery for US customers on new, unused items in original packaging, free prepaid return labels. Drilled bowling balls cannot be returned or exchanged. Shoes must have been tried on a clean, dry surface. Manufacturing defects and shipping damage go through the defect claim process.
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- Pro shops: Pro shops inside bowling centers in 10 US states fit, drill and service equipment; a ball bought online can be drilled there.
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## Images
- KR Stikeforce Rise Black Silver Pearl Bowling Ball: https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/KR-Stikeforce-Rise-Black-Silver-Pearl-Bowling-Ball.webp
- kr rise bowling ball core: https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/kr-rise-bowling-ball-core.webp

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