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Symmetric Halogen Core for smooth, controllable light-oil motion Turmoil XP3 Hybrid cover at a 5500-grit LSP polished finish Versatile, clean length for dry to light oil, offered down to lighter weights","specs":[{"key":"Brand","value":"Motiv"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Shape","value":"Symmetrical Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Name","value":"Motiv Halogen Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Coverstock Type","value":"Hybrid Reactive"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Cover Name","value":"Motiv Turmoil XP3 Hybrid Reactive"},{"key":"Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB)","value":"2.55"},{"key":"Differential: Diff (15LB)","value":".037"},{"key":"Flare Potential","value":"2 - 3 Inches"},{"key":"Surface Finish","value":"5500 Grit"},{"key":"Preferred Lane Conditions","value":"Dry - Medium Oil"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Color","value":"Blue, Purple"},{"key":"Ball Performance Level","value":"Motiv Light Oil Bowling Balls, Performance Bowling Balls"},{"key":"Scent","value":"None"}],"variants":[{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY16","gtin":"652455326077","label":"16LB","price":129.95,"stock":11,"options":{"Ball Weight":"16LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY15","gtin":"652455326060","label":"15LB","price":129.95,"stock":53,"options":{"Ball Weight":"15LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY14","gtin":"652455326053","label":"14LB","price":129.95,"stock":30,"options":{"Ball Weight":"14LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY13","gtin":"652455326046","label":"13LB","price":129.95,"stock":18,"options":{"Ball Weight":"13LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY12","gtin":"652455326039","label":"12LB","price":129.95,"stock":17,"options":{"Ball Weight":"12LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY11","gtin":"652455326022","label":"11LB","price":129.95,"stock":17,"options":{"Ball Weight":"11LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95},{"sku":"TLMTVBMTHHY10","gtin":"652455326015","label":"10LB","price":129.95,"stock":21,"options":{"Ball Weight":"10LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":179.95}],"options":[{"name":"Drilling Protection","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Covers Cracking During Ball Drilling","price":4.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline Protection","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Extra 365 Warranty Coverage","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Add 365 Warranty Coverage","price":5.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline 365 Warranty Coverage","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Specific Requests","type":"custom_text","price":null,"choices":[],"required":false,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"images":[{"alt":"Motiv-Max-Thrill-Hybrid-Bowling-Ball-2","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Motiv-Max-Thrill-Hybrid-Bowling-Ball-2.webp"},{"alt":"Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid Bowling Ball 1","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Motiv-Max-Thrill-Hybrid-Bowling-Ball-1.png"},{"alt":"Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid Bowling Ball","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Motiv-Max-Thrill-Hybrid-Bowling-Ball.png"}],"release_date":null,"description":"Versatile Control for Light Oil\n\nAbout the Max Thrill Hybrid\n\nThe Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid is built for light oil and bowlers who want a clean, controllable reaction without a sharp, hard-to-manage backend. It pairs the symmetric Halogen Core with a versatile hybrid cover for a smooth, predictable motion, and it is offered all the way down to lighter weights, so it fits a wide range of bowlers. Like all of Motiv's equipment, it is made in the U.S.A.\n\nThe Max Thrill Hybrid pairs that Halogen Core with Motiv's Turmoil XP3 Hybrid Reactive coverstock at a 5500-grit LSP polished finish. The symmetric core reads the lane evenly, while the polished hybrid cover clears the fronts cleanly and makes a smooth, controllable move at the breakpoint, an easy, versatile ball for drier conditions.\n\nUnderstanding the Motiv Halogen Core and Motiv Turmoil XP3 Hybrid Reactive\n\nMotiv built the Max Thrill Hybrid for clean, controllable motion on lighter oil. Specifically, the symmetric Halogen Core reads the lane smoothly and predictably, while the Turmoil XP3 hybrid cover at a 5500-grit polished finish clears the fronts and makes a controlled move at the breakpoint. As a result, it gets down drier lanes easily and finishes with a smooth, manageable backend. The full per-weight specifications are listed below.\n\nA Symmetric Core for Smooth, Controllable Light-Oil Motion\n\nAt the heart of the Max Thrill Hybrid is the symmetric Halogen Core. At 15 lb it measures RG 2.55 and a .037 differential, numbers that produce a smooth, controllable motion with medium flare. The higher RG helps the ball get down drier lanes, while the symmetric design keeps the reaction even and predictable rather than sharp.\n\nThat smooth, controllable shape is what makes the Max Thrill so approachable. As a symmetric core, the Halogen reads the lane the same way shot after shot, and because the line extends to lighter weights, newer and lighter-weight bowlers get a real, manageable reactive reaction they can control.\n\nA Polished Hybrid Cover for Clean Length and a Controlled Move\n\nThe Max Thrill Hybrid wraps that core in Motiv's Turmoil XP3 Hybrid Reactive coverstock at a 5500-grit LSP polished finish. A hybrid cover blends the early read of a solid with the cleaner length of a pearl, and the polished surface adds length on top of that, so the ball clears the fronts cleanly on drier lanes.\n\nWhen it reaches the friction, the XP3 hybrid makes a smooth, controllable move rather than a sharp, jumpy one, exactly what light oil rewards. Leave it polished for the cleanest length, or take the surface down at your pro shop for an earlier read when there is a bit more oil.\n\nMax Thrill Hybrid Specs\n\nRG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.\n\nWho This Ball Is Right For\n\n✓Dry-Lane Bowlers: Clean length and a smooth, controllable backend for light oil, when stronger balls hook too early\n\n✓Straight and Stroker Styles: A versatile, predictable hybrid for bowlers who play up the lane on drier conditions\n\n✓Lighter-Weight Bowlers: Offered down to lighter weights with a clean, controllable reaction, real performance you can manage\n\n✓Arsenal Builders: A length-friendly control piece for light oil, the clean step above your spare ball\n\nGood to Know Before You Buy\n\n·Ships polished: The 5500 Grit LSP (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·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 Max Thrill Hybrid Fits in Your Motiv Arsenal\n\nWhere It Fits in Your Arsenal\n\nIn the Motiv lineup, the Max Thrill Hybrid is a clean, controllable piece for light oil. Where stronger reactive balls read too early on drier lanes, the Max Thrill clears the fronts and makes a smooth, manageable move at the breakpoint. It sits toward the cleaner end of the bag, above a plastic spare ball and below your benchmark Venom pieces, the ball you reach for when the lanes are drier.\n\nSurface Adjustments\n\nThe 5500-grit LSP polish gives the Max Thrill Hybrid its cleanest length. Take the surface down with a lower-grit pad for an earlier read on a bit 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 Turmoil XP3 hybrid cover with an approved reactive ball cleaner after every session, and deep clean it periodically. Keeping the cover fresh preserves the clean length and controlled motion that define the Max Thrill Hybrid.\n\nEarn points on every Motiv 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 Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized Motiv dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year Motiv warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.\n\nWeight\nRadius of Gyration (RG)\nDifferential\n\n16 lbs\n2.54\n.036\n\n15 lbs\n2.55\n.037\n\n14 lbs\n2.56\n.038\n\n13 lbs\n2.59\n.038\n\n12 lbs\n2.64\n.031\n\n11 lbs\n2.70\n.020\n\n10 lbs\n2.80\n.003","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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