900 Global Harsh Reality Bowling Ball

The Harsh Reality is nothing like its predecessor, where the Reality was Strong Core/Weak Cover. This ball is Strong Core/Strong Cover. This ball is really good on the fresh with HEAVY volumes of oil. This ball really wants to dig into the lane, hook a lot and then just roll to the pocket.

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. Youtube Link: https://youtu.be/1FDc5-_-f70

The 900 Global Harsh Reality features the new Reserve Blend 902 solid coverstock and the Disturbance A.I. asymmetric core. At 15 pounds the RG is a low 2.48 with a differential of .054 and an intermediate diff of .019. Finished at 2000-grit abralon, the Harsh Reality needs a good deal of oil to be effective. Once the Reality was discontinued, you knew 900 Global would have to release something they were sure would be able to fill its shoes. They did not disappoint…for me, the Harsh Reality hooks a few boards more than the original Reality and has the same strong backend motion which made the original such a fan favorite. The combination of cover and A.I. core make this the only ball you will need for the longer and heavier volume oil patterns. If you find the out of box finish is a bit too early, try bringing the surface up to 4000. This will provide a little more push through the front of the lane. Just remember, this ball is designed to hook in oil and that is exactly what it does!

900 Global Harsh Reality Ball Review Layout VLS 5.5x4.5x3.25 Dual Angle 58x5.5x46 Surface-2000 grit 900 Global Harsh Reality will be a great replacement for the orginal Reality. The Harsh Reality uses the same core from the Reality but it’s wrapped with AI technology and new stronger coverstock. The Harsh Reality will read the mid lane better than the orginal Reality but with a strong continuation on the backend. The Harsh Reality will be a great option for heavy oil or those longer patterns when your Eternity Pi isn’t strong enough. I have also found that when your bowling on a wet/dry lane conditions the Harsh Reality is very good at controlling those conditions. Attached below is my link to my ball video Don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/iTK-V3lBFFg?si=P-b0Cp8U81GKNlO_ Available now!!!!!!!

Dual Angle Layout: 45 x 5 x 40 Storm Vector Layout: 5 x 3 ¾ x 2 ¾ The ball loves oil!! This ball just grabs the lanes and hooks. This ball will be a staple in my tournament bag for a while to come. The cover and core allow it to read in the heaviest of conditions for the reaction you need.

The new 900 Global Harsh Reality is the newest installment in the SPI Lineup. Being brought in as an upgrade to the original Reality, The Harsh Reality features the 902 Blend solid cover and the Disturbance core with A.I. technology. Compared to the Reality, the Harsh Reality is slightly cleaner through the front part of the lane and a little more responsive to friction. The Harsh continues to want to eat through oil, but it is not as smooth as the original. The Absolute Power is a complete step down from the Harsh Reality as it is much cleaner and responsive to friction. The Absolute Power allows your angles to be opened up more while still maintaining a smoother ball motion. I have all three of these balls layed out very similar. With the Harsh Reality being 5x4x4 2LS, Reality being 4.75x4x4 2LS, and the Absolute Power being 4.75x4.25x4.5 2LS, I see completely different shapes out of all three of these balls. I do not see the Harsh Reality being a replacement rather than a compliment.

Ball Specs: Global Harsh Reality 902 Solid Reactive Cover 2000 Abralon Sanded Disturbance Asymmetric Core Layout 4 x 4 with 1-1/2” Pin Buffer Bowler Specs: Right Hand. PAP 5” Over 1/2 up Rev Rate 300. Tilt 20. Rotation 50. Speed at release 17 Review: I really love the original Reality so when I heard it was going away I stashed a few. I was then told a new stronger Reality version was coming out. Now we have the Harsh reality. This ball has great colors and a stronger cover and definitely reads the lane sooner than the original. This is good if you have more oil up front or overall but you do sacrifice some back end recovery that the original had. I had to move in to the oil and roll the Harsh Reality faster during the testing to get the best results and I am looking forward to getting the ball on the heavier patterns to see what it can do. I have not seen a difference in hit with the A.I. technology in this particular ball like I have seen in other balls that have incorporated it but I feel the conditions I have used the Harsh Reality on have just been too dry for the best results. The Harsh is stronger than the original and I would put it almost with the original Gem in total hook. Summary: This is a very strong ball from Global. The Harsh Reality provides an earlier read and more hook than the original. The Harsh Reality will be a good choice for oily conditions. Glenn Wendel Storm Pro Shop Staff gwendel@comcast.net www.stormbowling.com Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbehWAu1vZM&error=0

Ben Lapointe PAP: 4 7/8 over and 1 ¼ up Layout: 5.25 x 4.25 x 3 The new 900 Global Harsh Reality is SPI’s newest hook monster and man does it ever live up to its name. In comparison to the original Reality, I do not see a ton of similarities. The Reality was a touch cleaner on stronger off the spot than the Harsh. The Harsh sits for me between the Gem and the Reality which for me brings excitement. I found I did not match up with the original Reality or Gem. The Reality being a little too clean for a big ball and the Gem being a little too chuggy. The Harsh is the perfect combination of the two. I can see this piece being great out of the top of the bag on longer oil and heavier volume short patterns when urethane isn’t in play. Go get yours today!!!

Harsh Reality is the newest Big Cover and Big Core ball from SPI. I have really enjoyed throwing the Reality family of bowling balls. I was a little worried when the Reality went away, but hot on its tail was the Harsh Reality. I feel like this ball is a bit stronger than the original Reality. The cover being the Reserve Blend 902 Solid feels a lot like the strength of the Proton Physix. Global says that chemically, it’s similar to the S84 Solid that was found on the original Reality. Although we have the Gems out there, I prefer the shape of the Reality’s. This ball also has the AI core with after throwing them for a year, I am getting very fond of them. It really makes you think about certain hits, like, “I wonder if another ball would have carried that”. This a ball that needs some volume to be effective. I am going to drill a pin down one to see if I can make it something to use on softer patterns and house shots. Harsh Reality Layout: 5x4x2 Balls Currently getting play: Absolute Power: 5x4x2 Attention Star: 5x4x2 Zen Gold Label- 5x5x2 (pin up) box surface Zen Gold Label- 4.5x4.5x3.75 (pin down) 3k surface

Hook in a bottle! If you are looking for a ball that just flat out hooks, look no further than the all new Harsh Reality. The all new Harsh Reality features all new 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! If you are looking for a ball to throw on heavy oil, or if you need a ball to pick up and hook under all conditions, look no further than the all new Harsh Reality, go to your local VIP pro shop and pick one up for yourself today!