900 Global Zen 25 Bowling Ball

LANE CONDITION: Length: 44ft Volume:Medium Type: THS Cover: Lightly scuffed 2000 by hand with lane shine Layout: 4 x 5 x 2 VLS The Rebirth of Zen The 900 Global Zen 25 is the Rebirth of the OG Zen in the 801 series high-performance lineup engineered for medium to heavy oil conditions. It features the same Meditate Symmetric Core wrapped with A.I. tech known for its low RG and high differential, which promotes a powerful controlled motion. Wrapped in the NEW RB 83 Pearl Reactive coverstock and finished with NEW Power Edge polish, providing an improved cleaner skid through the front part of the lane and a larger angular backend reaction. Bowling on the new 44' THS league pattern it was definitely earlier than the OG but with a profound readable motion compared to my OG. I beleive the newer tech is a great improvement on a proven ball. In my video I compared it to the original Zen I can see the 2-3 board difference in reaction. Still maintains the big tumbling roll I expect but with better continuation. I was able to get a full league session in and near the track without typically making a big jump left or changing balls. So the ability to handle volume and transition was paramount. The new RB83 pearl and Power Edge polish are the biggest factor allowing the ZEN25 to maintain energy longer Comparisons with other balls in the SPI line (Summit Peak, Optimum Idol Pearl, Phaze AI) you would see a notable difference in shape and response to friction as well as the hook/roll phaze. Not as forward or hockey reaction, but a rounder shape suitable for bowlers seeking a ball that offers both control and power. The NEW 900 Global Zen 25 is a versatile bowling ball that delivers a strong backend reaction and consistent performance on medium to heavy oil patterns. Visit your local VIP Proshop today.

The 900 Global Zen 25 goes back to the Zen’s roots with a strong symmetric pearl. The 2025 version gets the Reserve Blend 83 coverstock compared to the S77 on the original. The Zen 25 rolls a bit earlier than the original, but that may be in part to drilling differences - I drilled the original pin down and never really seemed to match up with it - I’m one of the few that didn’t throw the original a lot. The Zen 25 seems to be more forgiving - perhaps it’s due to the addition of AI to the outer core or the switch to Power Edge for the finish, I’ve found it to be great at getting down lane and provides a bit more overall hook. The Zen, the Zen Gold Label, and the Zen 25 are going to be very similar balls and if you’re looking for a replacement for either of those, you won’t be disappointed. Layout: 5 x 4 x 2 My Specs - Speed - 16 mph, Rev Rate - 315. PAP 5 1/8 x 7/8 Up.

Ball Specs: Global Zen 25 83 Blend Pearl Reactive Cover Reacta Gloss Polished Meditate (Symmetric) Layout 4.5 x 4.5 with 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: The Zen line has been well received by many bowlers. Bowlers looking for length through the front and a more angular breakpoint when a ball sees friction will find good use for this ball provided you have good revs or friction to help the ball grab. The Zen 25 is a good looking ball and the Zen line always gets attention. For me and others I have drilled for, this ball just seemed to go too long. I do not have a lot of revs and it is just too long on what I bowl on. When I did get lined up the carry especially on light hits was very good. I feel the Zen 25 would be better suited for me at one of our higher friction centers here or on a burn shot. I would call this a weaker (due to the length) to medium ball. This ball fits between my Tropical Surge Midnight and my Origin in total hook. I think this would be a good dry house shot ball or be suited for the no thumb bowler. Summary: The Zen 25 goes long and recovers when it sees friction. The Zen 25 is good on dry or the burn. This ball should be good for higher rev rates. Glenn Wendel Storm Pro Shop Staff gwendel@comcast.net www.stormbowling.com

This Zen 25 is a huge upgrade from my Original Zen. The layout is 35 X 4 X 40, which provides me a smooth, predictable, yet continuous motion through the pins. With this layout, I can keep my trajectory angle to the pocket closer. With the 83 Reserve pearl coverstock, it’s definitely clears the midlane with ease, and with the A.I. core, the stores enough energy for the pins. Definitely great for a ball to transition to. I willl get another Zen 25 to open up the lane and really allow more flare for lanes that require a little more dynamic downlane respone. But overall, Zen Ball Good! -Devon R.

Ball Specs: Zen 25 Cover: RB 83 Pearl Reactive Core: Meditate Symmetric AI Core Review: The 900 Global Zen 25, released on January 17, 2025, is the latest addition to the Zen series, offering a fresh take on one of the most successful ball lines in recent history. It features the trusted Meditate™ Symmetric Core, now enhanced with A.I. Core technology, improving energy transfer and pin carry with a low RG of 2.48 and a high differential of 0.053, allowing for a strong yet predictable motion. Wrapped in the RB 83™ Pearl Reactive coverstock with a Power Edge™ polish, the Zen 25 easily clears the front part of the lane before making a sharp, angular move off the dry. Designed for medium to heavy oil conditions, it provides more length and a stronger move at the breakpoint compared to the original Zen, delivering a skid/flip reaction with increased hitting power and pin curry. Compared to other Zen models, the Zen 25 fits between the Zen and Zen Soul, offering more length than the Soul but a more angular motion than the original Zen, making it a great benchmark ball for those seeking a strong yet controllable pearl symmetric option. Overall, the 900 Global Zen 25 retains the best features of its predecessors while adding enhanced backend motion, making it ideal for bowlers who need a clean look through the front with a powerful and defined reaction down lane on medium-heavy oil patterns. Will Tefft 900 Global Staff Member will@parklanes.net www.900global.com

Layout: 4 1/2 x 3 x 2 Surface: Power Edge Rev Rate: 470 Rotation: 60* Tilt: 13* The Zen 25 is the newest rendition of the original popular Zen series this time with AI technology. The Zen 25 uses the Meditate AI core paired with the new RB 83 Pearl coverstock and finished with Power Edge polish. This combination gives a slightly earlier read and more down lane motion than the original Zen. The Zen 25 is unmistakable in terms of its great presence on the lane and on the shelf. The red, black and silver color scheme really makes this ball pop. I was able to test this on my 44ft typical house shot. On my house pattern, I saw ample mid lane roll and strong continuous and angular backend. From this ball reaction, it is best used during the transition game 2 and/or game 3 when there is more overall friction. This ball reaction tends to be too responsive for the fresh but can work in the right environment. One week, I tested the ball in league on the fresh, the ball reaction was close to being right but was slightly too angular for what I needed. Ended up working great for games 2 and 3 opening up the lane more left to right. The following week, I was on a pair with more overall friction and the ball was fantastic on the fresh. The lanes started as if it were game 2 essentially so was able to blend the lane more consistently. I think the best place to use the Zen 25 on the fresh is for more medium length or medium oil volume environments. Long patterns and high volume make the ball have trouble slowing down in the right spot. Adding surface to the coverstock can of course make the ball read the lane earlier for those conditions. I recommend this ball to anyone who loved the original Zen and wants a replacement, those looking for a first transition angular ball or those who just like to see more of that angular backend motion. Comparing this to the Storm Phaze AI, I saw the Phaze a little cleaner overall with more angular motion. The coverstock strength of the Zen 25 makes the ball read the midlane stronger with more of a continuous backend. I can see the ability of having both balls in the bag on lane conditions that require more angular motions overall. The Zen 25 would be first out of the bag followed by the Phaze AI. Adam Chase Storm Staff

Coverstock - RB 83 Pearl Reactive Finish - Power Edge Core - Meditate Symmetric Core RG - 2. 48 Differential - . 053 The Zen 25 is the newest ball in the 900 Global 800 Blend Series Line. Back is the proven, reliable Meditate Symmetric Core, but with A.I added, wrapped with the brand new RB 83 Pearl Reactive. The Original ZEN was one of my favorite pearl balls in a long time and was very excited to try the Zen 25, and it did not disappoint. The new RB 83 Pearl cover definitely is very clean through the front part of the lane, but the core takes over in the midlane and helps it pick up a little quicker than most pearl balls, while still having plenty of backend. Compared to the original Zen, the Zen 25 is cleaner and gets the down the lane a little more, with a sharper backend angle.

This ball is a must have as it is the perfect pearl symmetrical to blend out the lanes when they transition. I have found this to be my step down off the bigger asym or solid symmetrics when I begin to open my angles up. I have found this more overall than the original Zen and a step up from the Phaze AI. If something cleaner is needed I can go to the Phaze AI or if I am seeing more oil and need it to slow down faster and stay on line the Zen will be the ball I go to. This is usually the first ball out the bag when they transition and my angles begin to open. This ball is predictable and gives plenty of continuation. This ball works well on both house and sport conditions. https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fshorts%2FYFbBE31gGig%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0xYweMK_zbFdjX5ZOnBn--6UvnUyMxM7MvI-RtZyE32wJIesULtFJAcQA_aem_oQ8pPpcFBNCT2tKfDlsV7A&h=AT1OV0tWePP3T_bcGh1tf_ZqD36vIPLFc-kbm8crQLO_BBVyhIE5kXwkk7RfDoiGRJOQhgHEJY0CTl9s6trHWLKLDaTquw02GDE0rA9ceLAxwI66SvzhGHsaBS7neCpda37usCmxP9H-aAxvva5KrQs&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT0SzJhhBxYADZEzYvMOgfnG_QBiauN-PXAU6uFKDbhJMu88veok8tkfRewku9tDaBmEn15UtSYGZSEMbfcDBYtk0GI0HgWU3E-yLLXbCwZBDUxgsLHK16Vy9FNyc4XKQ3lLrQ65BYDteM5wp3gM80C6HCl8t9p1i98Rm0Wigvt9lq0pNhqeSoHCv_F-Jc7F73x6e7OkEeDBdg7uD1wHNMg

I drilled my ZEN 25 at 4.5 x 4 x 4.5 which is pin under the ring finger for me. This was an old favorite layout for me on strong pearls and I used to put a weight hole down if more flare was needed. Obviously, no weight holes anymore but still wanted to see this strong of a ball with a smaller transition. I have thrown it at the box finish which is power edge polish. This ball is very strong. I threw it up against some other pearls that I have in the PHAZE AI and OPTIMUM IDOL PEARL. I also recall my original ZEN motion as I had one up until about a year ago. The ZEN 25 is very continuous with this layout compared to the other two which both have pin up layouts. It corners slightly less than my PHAZE AI and definitely moves more than my OI PEARL which has a weaker layout over the middle finger. I almost think I could go pin up on the ZEN 25 and have close to the same motion as the PHAZE AI so might be overlap to have both of these in your bag at the same time unless you do something like one with a pin under or keep surface on to separate them both. If you found your ZEN with the original, this one is slightly stronger. If you still plan to keep both, then maybe touch your ZEN 25 with surface to get some gap between them and you should have a great 1-2 punch!

The new ball from 900 Global is the Zen 25. This is the 2nd generation of the one of 900 Global best sellers ever the original Zen. The Zen 25 added with A.I technology and the new RB 83 Pearl Reactive Coverstock. The original Zen was just okay ball for me, as it had a tendency to go forward for me with my ball roll. With the new coverstock on the RB 83 which is cleaner for me and gives me better motion down lane. I drilled mine with a 4.5 inch pin up. Zen 25 is going to be a better option for me. I have used the Zen 25 on house and the medium sport patterns. I have it below the Idol and summit ascent and above the RG Hustle's and IQ's. The Zen 25 should be a big hit with the great colors and good medium ball motion that it provides. Brian Watson PAP - 4 1/8 up 1 1/8 RPM - 400 MPH - 16 TILT - 17 Emerson Lanes and Pike Street Lanes House Shot Kegel sport patterns, 40-43 ft.