SWAG Craze Tour Solid Bowling Ball

I’ve been a big fan of the Craze core dating back multiple releases, including the XXXMas, Jerk series, Shield series and Sparkling series. I think even my Judgement Reaper had a version of that same core. The first thing about the Craze series releases that comes to mind is how much of a bargain they are for the price point. The performance always exceeds the monetary investment. So how do you improve upon that and keep the same price point? Introducing AP26, Swag Bowling’s new coverstock additive that is absolutely proving itself to be a game changer. How much of a difference does it make? Well for starters, this ball is strong! I drilled mine pin down at 55x4.25”x60 and left it at the box surface. Strong, continuous arc motion and great control. I can square up with this ball and just let it do its thing on medium to medium-heavy lane conditions. I even tried a little polish to get a bit more distance and was impressed how it maintained its hitting power and control. I can see this ball being a benchmark piece for some to easily being a go to when the back ends are flying and some extra control is needed. And at the price point, this ball is a steal. Swag Bowling has another winner with this one.

The Craze Tour Solid is a true control piece that I’ve come to trust on the fresh. It reads the lane smoothly and predictably, making it very easy to repeat shots without worrying about overreaction. The motion is more forward and controlled compared to stronger asymmetrical pieces, which helps blend out wet/dry conditions really well. It’s not designed to be a high-flaring, high-angle ball—instead, it keeps you in play and lets you stay around your target longer. I’ve had success using it as a benchmark ball because it gives a clear read of the lane early in a set. It’s also very forgiving on slight misses, especially inside. Overall, the Craze Tour Solid is a great choice for anyone looking for control, consistency, and a ball that keeps the pocket in front of you.

I recently drilled up the SWAG Craze Tour Solid, and this ball has been an exciting addition to my bag. From the first few shots, it was obvious that this ball brings a strong, confident read of the lane while still keeping a smooth and controllable motion all the way through the pins. The combination of the Craze symmetric core and the Rage solid coverstock really stands out on the lanes. This ball reads the mid-lane beautifully and starts its move with authority, giving you a strong roll that feels powerful but never out of control. Instead of a sharp or jumpy backend, the Craze Tour Solid delivers a strong, continuous motion that drives through the pocket and keeps the pins flying. What makes this ball exciting to throw is how dependable it is. When the lanes are fresh and there’s plenty of oil, the Craze Tour Solid grabs the lane with confidence and gives you a clean, strong roll that builds energy and finishes hard. Shot after shot it gives a reaction you can trust, making it easy to stay aggressive and attack the pocket. For me, this ball really shines on fresh house shots and medium to heavier oil conditions, especially in the first game of league or at the start of a tournament block. When the lanes are slick and other balls slide too far, the Craze Tour Solid steps up and reads the lane early while still maintaining great continuation through the pins. Overall, the SWAG Craze Tour Solid is a powerful and exciting ball to throw. It combines strong mid-lane traction with smooth backend continuation, making it a great benchmark-style ball that helps you read the lane and stay confident from the first frame to the last.

PAP - 3 3/4” right, 1/2” up Drilled 50 x 4 x 30 For the purpose of this review, I was bowling on a fresh house shot that was a medium condition. I’m more speed dominant, throwing about 16-16.5mph, with a medium rev rate. I typically play down-and-in, targeting between 5 and 15, depending on lane condition. I left the ball at its out-of-box surface. I assure you, this is not just another “black ball.” This ball is phenomenal. It just does what it’s supposed to do. I released the ball, and it always did the same thing: skid-read-“climb.” The “climbing” is one of the elements that makes this ball special. It doesn’t overreact, and does the same thing over and over. Nothing fancy, just does its business and goes home. The Craze Tour Solid is versatile enough where you can use it the whole night. I moved two boards across three games, and had a huge pocket, carrying light, flush, and high. The AP26 additive in the coverstock in the recent batch of releases makes a visible and clear difference in ball reaction. It’s still a smooth motion, while it’s a more defined shape than Swag equipment I’ve thrown from prior releases, and the drive through the pins is greatly improved. I regularly split the 8-9. I also have the newly released Unreal Solid, drilled the same way, also out-of-box surface. They would make a great 1-2 punch, with the Unreal reading earlier for the heavier oil condition, and then you can transition to the Craze Tour Solid for when the lanes start to break down.

The Swag Craze Tour Solid is a true benchmark piece that shines when the lanes demand control and continuation. Featuring a strong solid coverstock, this ball reads the midlane with confidence and blends out wet/dry conditions exceptionally well. It creates a smooth, predictable motion without sacrificing hitting power, making it a reliable option for league bowlers and tournament players alike. The Craze Tour Solid excels on fresh to medium-heavy oil patterns, offering a strong arc that keeps pins low and messengers flying. What stands out most is its versatility—it’s clean enough through the fronts but strong enough to handle carrydown. If you’re looking for a dependable, controllable solid that delivers consistency shot after shot, the Craze Tour Solid absolutely belongs in your bag.

The Craze Tour Solid is a great first ball out of the bag and a reliable option on fresh conditions. With the AP26 coverstock, this ball is truly attracted to oil, allowing it to dig in and create a strong, controlled motion off the spot. It reads the midlane extremely well and provides a smooth, continuous backend that keeps you in play. Whether you’re bowling league or competing in tournaments, this is the ball you can trust to start your set. It blends out wet/dry conditions nicely and gives you a predictable reaction, helping you line up quickly and build confidence from your very first shot of the day

The Swag Craze Tour Solid with a 55 x 3.75 x 60 layout is going to give me a smooth, controlled, benchmark-type motion. This layout is designed more for control and predictability rather than a big backend flip and it gives me exactly that.

Smooth Symmetrical Control with Strong Midlane Read I have my Craze Tour Solid drilled 55 × 4½ × 25, and for my left-handed, down-and-in style, this ball gives me exactly the type of motion I look for in a symmetrical solid. With the AP-26 additive, this ball just has that extra strength and control you can see and feel on the lane, without getting jumpy or unpredictable. It clears the fronts clean without over-skidding, then transitions into a strong and very readable midlane roll. The motion is smooth and continuous, with no sudden jump off the breakpoint, which makes it extremely predictable on both house and flatter patterns. The layout allows the ball to store energy while still creating enough flare to maintain continuation through the pins. It keeps my reaction consistent, lets me stay in my comfort zone longer, and provides dependable carry.

The Craze Tour Solid performed impressively on both fresh and used THS patterns. This ball offers strong down-lane motion with a very rounded, controlled backend that inspires confidence through the pins. It reads the mid-lane exceptionally well and doesn’t overreact when it encounters dryer fronts, making it a reliable choice when you need predictability without losing punch. Despite being a solid, the Craze Tour Solid still provides good length, holding its line deep before making a smooth move toward the pocket. Compared to the Craze Tour Pearl, it’s a logical step down in skid, but it still feels more aggressive overall than the original Craze Solid — giving me extra bite when the oil starts to push down. This ball is going to see a ton of use in league play, especially games 2 and 3, when the pattern begins to break down and I need something that cuts through oil and still recovers down-lane. It’s dependable, strong, and finishes well through the pins. On top of performance, the black and white colors looks awesome rolling down the lane — sharp and eye-catching. My stats: • ~250 RPMs • ~13 mph ball speed • 5 1/4” over and 1/2” up PAP • Drilled at 60/4.5/35 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPGZiwf_Fy0