Product Description
The Hammer Fallout is a purpose‑built symmetric ball engineered to sit perfectly alongside the legendary Black Widow line, giving bowlers a cleaner, more controlled option when their biggest asymmetrics start reading too early. At its core is the new Aftermath symmetric core, a design that fuses the best traits of Hammer’s Gas Mask and Vibe cores to create a strong, stable motion with impressive continuation through the pins. Wrapped in HK22C² Solid Reactive—the same aggressive solid cover used on Zero Mercy Solid—Fallout delivers a unique blend of mid‑lane traction and predictable control.
Out of the box, Fallout features a 500/2000 Siaair Micro Pad finish on a Blue/Lime/Sky color scheme, giving the ball plenty of surface to grab in oil while still clearing the fronts better than many heavy‑oil solids. On the lane, Fallout reads the mid‑lane smoothly and shapes into a strong, continuous backend motion that provides more control than sharply angular asymmetrics, creating a longer hook window and more predictable shape downlane. With an RG of 2.520 and differential of 0.052 in 15 lb, this ball offers high flare potential and a powerful symmetric look that is ideal as a transition piece when you need to ball down from your strongest equipment but stay aggressive. Backed by Hammer’s two‑year warranty, Fallout is built for bowlers who aren’t afraid to take on heavier conditions and want a symmetric option that still hits like Hammer.
Color: Dark Blue *Please note that colors may slightly vary from image shown
Coverstock: HK22 - CT Solid Reactive Plus
Weight Block: Vibe Symmetric Core
Factory Finish: 500, 1000, 2000 Siaair Micro Pad / Crown Factory Compound
Flare Potential: 3-4" (Medium)
Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.510 (15 lbs)
Differential (Diff): 0.042 (15 lbs)
Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): 0.000 (15 lbs)
| Weight | RG | Diff. | Interm. Diff. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2.510 | 0.039 | 0.000 |
| 15 | 2.510 | 0.042 | 0.000 |
| 14 | 2.510 | 0.045 | 0.000 |
| 13 | 2.585 | 0.040 | 0.000 |
| 12 | 2.608 | 0.040 | 0.000 |
| 11 | 2.769 | 0.002 | 0.000 |
| 10 | 2.800 | 0.002 | 0.000 |
Hammer Deep Ocean Vibe Ball FAQ
Q: Who is the Hammer Deep Ocean Vibe designed for?
A: Deep Ocean Vibe is built for bowlers of all skill levels who want a versatile, mid‑performance ball that provides easy length and a clean, predictable motion on light to medium oil while maintaining the control the Vibe line is known for.
Q: How does Deep Ocean Vibe compare to other Vibe balls like Arctic and Bubblegum?
A: Reviewers note that Deep Ocean Vibe is a step down in overall hook from Arctic Vibe and a touch stronger than Bubblegum, giving it a sweet spot on medium to medium‑light conditions where you want length and continuous motion without excessive hook.
Q: What kind of ball motion should I expect?
A: Expect extended length through the front of the lane thanks to HK22 CT Reactive Plus, followed by a smooth, continuous backend move rather than a sharp flip, making it an excellent benchmark‑style reaction for controlling wet/dry transitions.
Q: What lane conditions suit Deep Ocean Vibe best?
A: Hammer and pro‑shop reviews recommend Deep Ocean Vibe for light to medium oil, where its length and continuous shape shine for both high‑rev and low‑rev players.
Q: What are the RG and differential numbers?
A: For a 15 lb Deep Ocean Vibe, RG is 2.51 and differential is 0.042, providing moderate flare potential and a controlled, benchmark‑style symmetric motion.
Q: Where does Deep Ocean Vibe fit in my arsenal?
A: It fits as a mid‑performance benchmark/step‑down ball under stronger solids and asymmetrics—ideal once heavy pieces start reading too early or when you’re bowling on medium‑light league conditions and want control with a reliable finish.
Q: Is Deep Ocean Vibe suitable for different rev rates?
A: Yes. High‑rev and low‑rev comparison tests show the ball retains its hallmark length and continuous shape for both styles, making it a versatile choice across rev ranges and speeds.
Q: Does this ball come with a warranty?
A: Yes, Deep Ocean Vibe features a two‑year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
