900 Global Harsh Reality Bowling Ball

The New ball in the 900 Global line is the Harsh Reality. The Harsh comes with the new A.I. technology and strong solid coverstock. The original Reality is my favorite 900 Global ball ever. So I drilled the Harsh the same way, pin down 4.5x 4 x 4.5 pin down. The original Reality was a little clean and more response down lane for a Asymmetrical Solid. So the Harsh has stronger solid cover which is about 1 foot earlier and thus a little less on the backend. The Harsh is the strongest ball in the line. I have used the Harsh on house shots but usually only get 1 game out of it before it forces me too far left. On the longer sport patterns is where I see myself using the Harsh the most. Harsh is good ball for higher speed players as it will help the ball slow down and react sooner. Great addition to the 900 Global Line. Brian Watson PAP - 3 7/8 up 1 1/4 RPM - 400 Tilt - 17 MPH - 16 Emerson Lanes 20+ year old Pro Anvil Synthetics House shot and 44ft + sport patterns

I drilled my HARSH REALITY up fairly strong with a 4.5 x 3.5 x 2.5 VLS layout. I have touched the surface up a couple of times with a 1500 and 2000 pad. This is an early reading ball. Probably too early for my slower speed. I compared it with my other strong solids in the SUMMIT and ABSOLUTE POWER. The HARSH is much earlier read than those two balls. When there are slicker fronts and I need early read, then the HARSH is the first out of my bag. Drill this one up if you need earlier read on slicker patterns.

Drilling pattern: 4 3/8 x 4 1/2 x 2 5/8. PAP: 4 1/2 over x 1 up Pin position: Above bridge So I needed a GEM replacement and decided on the Harsh Reality based on a number of reviews I had seen and videos I have watched. The ball looked incredibly strong and I never owned the original Reality so I was intrigued. I tossed this on a broken down THS and wow...it was DEFINITELY strong. It rolled very early and had no trouble fighting through the built up oil in the middle. However, for me being a slower ball speed/higher rev player there would need to be A LOT of head oil for this to be used. Probably not a ball I will be using a lot in league, but as a replacement to the GEM, which I also never threw in league, I can see it being very useful. Long patterns, heavy oil, and potentially on some cliffed patterns late in blocks where a big cover and core are needed, the Harsh Reality will shine. Brent Ritchie Storm Pro Shop Staff Member

The Harsh Reality is the "second coming" of the Reality, only this time with A.I. technology included in the core, as well as a slightly lower RG (2.48), and slightly higher differential and PSA values at .054 and .019. What this translates to is extra traction in the front and middle part of the lane, and increased hitting power at the pins with A.I. implemented into the outer core. I drilled my Harsh Reality 5.5 x 4 x 4 which gives me plenty of traction throughout the mid lane and through the pins on fresh conditions. It's rare that I am able to play super direct angles with this ball due to my medium speed (16 MPH) and rev rate (460), but this really isn't the ball for that. I have found it's happy place seems to be left of 15 and right of 25. With some hand position and speed manipulation, anything is possible and doable, but everyone has their comfort zone and that's where this ball fits into mine. It is 100% a fresh oil ball due to the strength of the 902 Reserve Blend cover and A.I. asymmetric core, first out of your bag on league night or tournament day.

Bowler Stats: Speed: 15.5 MPH Rev Rate: 250 RPM Tilt: 6.6 degrees Axis Rotation: 80 degrees PAP: 4 5/8 over 1 5/8 up Layout: 5 X 4.25 X 2.75 VLS Video Ball Review: https://youtu.be/zF37J8XDhFQ I did not have a lot of success using the original Reality and that's crazy with how popular that ball is. With the release of the Harsh Reality the Disturbance core was upgraded with the A.I. technology so I wanted to see if that would change the shape of the ball motion and also see if the 902 coverstock would be more responsive compared to the smooth S84 Response coverstock featured on the Reality. Along with this release I wanted to find a more pin down type of layout to use on a stronger asymmetrical solid. This layout is similar to the one I used on the Magic Gem. The A.I. added to the core helps the ball have a more quicker response off the dry at the end of the house shot. For me the Reality would be so smooth off the dry that I would move right to get the ball to read the dry better and it would be too strong and slow off the end of the house shot. The new 902 Solid is smooth through the oil of the house shot but blends the house pattern better so I notice when the ball begins to make its turn towards the pocket. Pete Dohan Storm Bowling Amateur Staff #StormNation

The latest release in the 900 series is the Harsh Reality. A stronger more aggressive version of the very successful Reality. The Harsh reality has the same core but now wrapped in AI tech. When i first drilled it i was really impressed with how it response down lane. I drilled mine 50x5x45 this ball is a benchmark in my bag when on higher volume of oil. I feel like it's cleaner than the Enertity PI and a great shape to have in your bag.

HAND: LEFT (ONE HANDED) PAP: 4 3/8 OVER / 1/16 UP BALL SPEED: 16MPH REV RATE: 420 AXIS TILT: 20 AXIS ROTATION: 50 LAYOUT: 60X5X65 The Harsh Reality is a new and improved Reality, with the original Reality I had a fairly clean solid ball that gave me decent pop down lane and rolled extremely well when the lane panels had more front friction or if there was lighter volume. With the Harsh Reality were getting a stronger upgraded version to battle the heaviest of oil patterns. For me this ball comes out only when there is about 30ml or more. This ball controls the front and the middle part of the lane extremely well and acts as if there isn't much oil on the lane at all giving me guaranteed hook. Players who are going to love this ball are people who bowl on heavier volume sport patterns, or players who bowl on a typical house shot who have a lower rev rate. This ball will make to get up into a roll for just about anyone. If you’re looking to replace the OG Reality or are just looking for a hook monster look no further than the Harsh Reality.

Specs: RG: 2.48 Diff: 0.054 MB: .019 Website description: The original Reality just got a major upgrade! Presenting the Harsh Reality featuring A.I. Core Technology! The Disturbance A.I. Asymmetric Core will provide a familiar look on the lanes yet with more overall performance than that of the original Reality. Paired with the Reserve Blend 902 Solid Cover which was specifically crafted for the heaviest of conditions, the Harsh Reality will be the strongest ball that 900 Global has ever produced! Up next in the 900 family, I give you the Harsh Reality! Built to replicate and replace the OG Reality with today's tech. Slightly lower RG:2.48 and higher Diff: 0.054 add in the AI outer core and you get more hitting power and carry at the pins. Tested on a med/heavy house shot (Layout:4.5 x 3.5 x 1 VLS) allowed my game to play right of 10 in OOB and some lane shine. Compared to my OG drilled with the same layout was easily 2/3 boards stronger and 2 feet earlier. Carry was higher based on equal pocket shots hence the AI core. I feel the Reserve Blend 902 cover give it better traction on higher volumes the the S84 Response. Compared to my Eternity PI its roll is more forward as the PI is rolly and I can move in with more consistent pin carry and pocket control. I am a speed/rev matched bowler but can see all styles utilizing this ball with the proper layouts and cover prep. I recommend this ball looking to upgrade from the OG or need a RG Gem replacement. Visit your local VIP Pro-shop today #GoGlobal

If you drilled the original Reality and had success, chances are you’ll be impressed with the new Harsh Reality from 900 Global. I really enjoyed the original Reality but always thought the cover was a bit too clean at times. The Harsh Reality has been beefed up with a stronger cover and an upgraded outer core (A.I. technology). This results in a similar motion compared to the original Reality, you’ll notice more dig in the mid-lane and an earlier shape than before. I purposely drilled this one a little weaker knowing how strong it’s designed to be. The layout I used is 6 x 5 x 2. This puts the pin above my middle finger and the mass bias just to the right of my thumb. I also hit the surface with 3000 and water to make it more usable in league. On tougher patterns, I’ve had success hitting it with 1000 to make sure it picks up the right way. It’s been a perfect ball to start with out of the bag and compares to my Gem and Absolute Power. If you need a super strong, asymmetrical monster that will see the lane on any pattern and any surface, go drill a Harsh Reality from 900 Global!

Layout: 4 1/2 x 4 x 2 The original Reality has been a staple in tournament bags since it was released in 2021. The Harsh Reality builds on the original with a slightly stronger cover, so it reads the lane a little bit sooner than the Reality. The biggest change is the addition of the AI Outer Core technology. The Harsh Reality is a good ball for the fresh on longer and heavier oil conditions. With a lower RG and 2000 grit finish, it will be able to dig through the heaviest of oil. My Specs - Speed - 16 mph, Rev Rate - 315. PAP 5 1/8 x 7/8 Up