I received this as a gift and ended up with a Radical Rattler Big Bite. "It's a mystery ball, so I understand it's the luck of the draw. That said, receiving an older, already discounted ball can feel underwhelming from a customer’s point of view — especially when it's already marked down elsewhere.
I don’t plan to drill it and will probably give it away to someone at my local bowling alley.
My suggestion to BowlingWorld: offer a separate “Closeout Mystery Ball” option at a lower price for discontinued or heavily discounted models. That way, customers looking for a surprise still have the chance to receive newer or premium options, and expectations are better aligned.
My cousin and I purchased the surprise ball box and it was worth it they sent us a dv8 hater which to us was a great deal we will be making more purchases from bowling world from now on thank you bowling world
Figured why not give it a try. Received a hazmat solid. Ball is on sale at other stores for $95 and discontinued. Would have been better just picking a ball. You see all these reviews of new balls people get and you get a ball been discontinued for 3 months now. Lame. Want to do it again in the future but I'll probably try the other site. Did love the anticipation, unfortunately wasn't worth it this go around
Another Awesome Ball, So Addicted, this was my 12th surprise so far this year. Never yet been disappointed. Happy 40th Anniversary.
I recently replaced my White Dot Patriot Sparkle with the Axe Purple and Pink, and I am pleasantly surprised at how well this ball handles various lane conditions. I use it as a spare, but add surface, and it will hook.
The EXJ arrived in excellent condition. I haven't had a chance to drill it yet, but I imagine it will fit between my Jackal Onyx and Jackal Ghost. I'm really looking forward to getting this ball on the lanes.
I have had amazing experiences with BW, so I decided to try a mystery ball box for my wife since she needed a big Asymmetrical. She had a couple of balls that she liked, but the caveat was her obsession with purple. I knew BW would be up to the challenge and they met the challenge head on! She was very pleased to open up her new DV8 Hater Pearl, even though it wasn't on her list (only had Equinox and Evoke Hysteria...). After watching a few videos on the Hater Pearl, she got to see how closely it resembles her favorite ball, the Emerge Pearl. Now she can't wait to get this ball rolling. Well done, BW! Your staff is awesome!
I went for another round of mystery boxes with the amazing 40th anniversary sale, and once again BW showed that they are the #1 mystery ball box company out there! I received one of my most wanted balls for 2025, the Hazmat Pearl! Thank you, BW, and happy anniversary! I put one more in for a solid ball. I can't wait to see what I get!
I did the mystery/surprise ball and added the $10 description. I said my rough stats and what I was looking for in a ball to add to my arsenal. I didn’t have a specific ball in mind that I wanted and figured I’d give this a shot.
It definitely didn’t disappoint! Not only did they give me the type of ball I wanted, it was also a huge discount as well! I ended up getting the Hammer Special Effect which was released in March 2025 and saved almost $100 than buying new at msrp
I would recommend this to anyone who likes the surprise aspect, doesn’t know exactly what ball they want, or someone just looking for a good ball at a discount. Overall very happy with the purchase! The only catch is I’ve seen in the reviews and online that they mostly give out Brunswick 7 Brand Balls (Brunswick, Hammer, Track, Radical, Ebonite, Columbia 300, and DV8). If that doesn’t bother you or you love those brand of balls, definitely give this a shot!
Ordered 3 balls a couple of months ago. Very happy with the outcome! I received a Ebonite Crusher, Black Widow Mania, And a Radical Maximum Results. Going to order 3 more today and hoping to get some newer released stuff again!
Can’t wait to get this Drilled. Perfect Timing, I need a weaker Benchmark Ball
Just gonna say, New bowler, bought 3 balls already and figured why not try this for fun. Ordered 2 told u what I had and what I was thinking about and looking at and you over delivered. Can't lie they hooked it up like crazy but I don't wanna say more and get people in trouble lol. Thank you guys honestly ill be back for any ball I am looking at in the future, and probably more mystery balls.
Very fast shipping and extremely thoughtful in price and selection of item for my Mystery Ball box. I received a Hammer Effect Tour.
Very fast shipping and extremely thoughtful in price and selection of item for my Mystery Ball box. I received a Radical Snapshot.
Arrived later then scheduled date, however it was delivered in excellent condition.
I recoeved a DV8 hater hybrid very happy with it and fits my game well
Told them what i had and they gave me a ball that fits very happy worh purchace
I'll be honest that I was hoping for a Motiv ball, like the Evoke Hysteria or Primal Shock, or a 900 Global Origin, since I've been switching over my arsenal lately. BUT, that being said, the Radical Snapshot was on my list! Bowling World absolutely listened and sent me their top idea. For the cost savings, the 1st rate quality of the ball and service (gave me a ball nearly twice the price I paid and delivered it extremely quickly), 5 stars doesn't even seem high enough. This time I received the Radical Snapshot! It really hasn't been out that long, and this ball performed really well for bowlers at State. My first Mystery Ball box they gave me the Hammer Effect Tour within a week of launch. How can anyone not appreciate such generosity?! I will continue to buy Mystery boxes for as long as they offer them. But I think I'll get my wife one next to go with her IQ Tour Edition, Archetype, Emerge, and Zen Gold Label. I love you, Bowling World! You made a very rough week a whole lot better. : )
I wasn't impressed with the Effect Tour at first. I couldn't get a read on it. But after about ten games, this ball became smooth and very predictable. The cover broke in nicely and has only gotten better. My league average is 151, but I threw a 827 on the 2025 Nationals pattern this weekend. Needless to say that this ball has made a longterm place in my arsenal as my benchmark. I'm going to need an extra one or two for the future.