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Ebonite Game Breaker 4 Hybrid
Ebonite carries on the proven success and value of the Game Breaker line of mid-performance bowling balls with the Game Breaker 4 Hybrid. This ball features the Enhanced V2 core which is wrapped with the famous GB 12.0 cover in a Hybrid Reactive version utilizing the HK22 coverstock base. This is the first ball in the Game Breaker line to use the versatile and powerful HK22 base. This ball is ideal for medium oil and offers length with a strong backend reaction.
- Color: Purple/Black
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown - Coverstock: HK22 - GB 12.0 Hybrid Reactive
- Core: Enhanced V2
- Finish: 500, 1000, 1500 Siaair/Crown Factory Compound
- Reaction: Length with strong backend
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium oil
- RG: 2.48 (15# ball)
- Differential: .048 (15# ball)
- Manufacturer's Warranty: Two years from purchase date
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- SKU: EBO60106891
- Product ID: 14321
- Brand: Ebonite
- Category: Bowling Balls
- Ball Performance: Mid Performance Balls
Customer Reviews | 5 Customer Questions
By Sweetpea Bowl from Worcester, Massachusetts
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Ebonite GB4 Hybrid
So, I am admittedly a little late to this party but as the saying goes, "Better late than never" and that is a very apropos saying with regard to the GB4 Hybrid by Ebonite. The GB4 Hybrid has the enhanced V2 symmetric core wrapped by a purple/black GB 12.0 hybrid cover with the HK -22 base. Factory finish is Factory Compound over 1500 Siaair. I have drilled 1, 40 x 4 1/2 x 30 and left it at box surface. I have tried it on fairly fresh THS but I've also tried this on broken down Kegel Lithium, another recreational pattern.
In all honesty, several years ago I drilled the GB4 Solid (Red one) and never really warmed up to it. I just didn't like the shape that the GB4 Solid gave for my game. But, I saw the GB4 Hybrid made several TV shows last season and I've seen several of these in my travels at tournaments and liked what I saw. So, when the opportunity presented itself, I decided to drill a couple. I am actually very glad I did. What's interesting about this about the GB4 Hybrid is that the ball gets down the lane without difficulty but when the ball makes it's move, it does NOT jump and go sideways...it actually has a little more rounded shape off the spot. For a shinier ball to do that is, for me, a little unusual but it works very well for my game. I threw it for 2 games on Monday and liked what I saw so much that I immediately used it in transition during Tuesday night scratch league. (Normally I like to work with a ball a little more to understand its capabilities before deciding whether it goes into the arsenal.)Where the ball I was throwing forced me too far left and into a bad launch angle, I went to the GB4 Hybrid and moved back right. Every single time I threw it into the dry and thought it would go through the beak, it made its move and just set-up right before the pocket and carried every hitI think the GB4 Hybrid will be effective in transition when fronts are gone and there is friction to the right or on lighter to medium fresh patterns.
The GB4 Hybrid is readily available. See your local pro shop for more information.
By Ricky W from Pennsylvania
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Pretty Good
This ball seems to have very good characteristics, but will understandably under-perform on heavier oil. Nice and smooth throughout the lane, with just enough kick at the end on lane patterns that are not heavy oil.
By Brian D from Portland, Oregon
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Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
GB4 Hybrid
I drilled mine 45 X 4 ⅛ X 75. The Ebonite GB4 Hybrid is an absolute must-have in your bag. I love the shape of this piece, and it quickly became a lock in my tournament bag. The Game Breaker series is one of the most trusted lines in bowling, and this is my favorite one yet. Pairing the HK22 cover with a hybrid Game Breaker is a very predictable and angular ball off the spot. It clears the front portion of the lane easily and is extremely continuous. I will definitely drill more of these in the future.
By Joe G from Discovery Bay, CA
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Predictable
This GB4 hybrid is everything you liked from the Pearl with just a bit more versatility and predictability. I’ve been able to use it on all types of patterns and it never fails to impress. I’ve already drilled up two more just because it’s that good!
By Scott Crawford from TX
Pros:
predictable, smooth
Best Uses:
benchmark, sport patterns, house patterns
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
My New Go-To Benchmark Ball
The GB4 Hybrid is the first ball out of my bag on just about all conditions unless I know there’s a ton of oil. This benchmark predictable rolling ball allows me to start where I know I’m comfortable and to assess what changes I might want to make. I drilled mine a short pin, pin down layout of 80 x 2.25 x 75. This has given me smoother motion with a controlled backend. It does not struggle to hook, just controls the backend beautifully. The Game Breaker line has been super successful for a reason, and this one might be the best of the bunch for me.
By Mike Romero from Monterey, CA
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Your New Hybrid
The GB4 Hybrid is another staple in my bag! To ensure I have something different for transition in tournaments, I drilled this one 70 x 5 x 35, different from my 55 x 4.5 x 30. This has allowed me to use this during late games of tournaments when everyone is standing way left, I have been able to stand 5-10 more boards right of them with this ball. This ball clears the fronts really well and with a quick response on the backend, but with enough continuation to carry the ugly 10 pins. This ball is really great for any bag, especially for a tournament bag.
By C Miller from Calif.
Pros:
motion, continuation, it's a GameBreaker
Best Uses:
medium, lower volume conditions, THS
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
It's a Game Breaker!
Ebonite's latest release, the GB 4 Hybrid maybe my favorite GB4, to date.
Definitely fits right in between the GB4 solid and pearl versions. Goes a little longer than the solid with more rounded motion. But, not as long as the pearl, which has a more angular motion.
The GB4 Hybrid with the added HK22 base, makes this purple/black beauty stand out in the mid performance category and on the lanes, too.
By TheHopeDiamond22 from WA
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
GB4 Hybrid
Game breaker series continues to live up to its name. Wrapped with HK22 this ball is super good. Still pretty easy through the front and has a very quick response to friction. Lots of motion down lane. Performs well in medium volume of oil. Great for any players bag. Tournament players are going to love this one.
By Bryan W, PBA Member and DV8 Pro Staff from Plumas Lake, CA
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Exceptional Ball Shape and Motion!
It has been a very long time since I have thrown an Ebonite ball. Hybrid balls have worked incredible for me in the past and I had heard many great things about the Game Breaker line of bowling balls. I have to say that I am very impressed with the GB4 Hybrid. This ball has exceptional hook ability. With the added HK22 additive to this ball, the backend ball reaction is just incredible! I put a basic leverage drill layout in this ball. It allows me to move more left and open the lanes up, knowing the ball will recover. With my ball speed, I altered the surface a little to have the ball read more in the mid-lanes. When this ball sees friction, it responds with dynamic ball shape and motion which makes pins just fly everywhere. The big core with the HK22 additive makes this ball an incredible choice for all levels of bowling and is a must have in your bag. This ball for me works on heavier volumes of oil with my surface adjustment. Without altering the surface, this ball is very versatile and can be used on various lane of conditions.
By David Meyer from New York
Pros:
Absolutley Awesome!!!!
Cons:
None
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
GB4 Hybrid
The New Ebonite Game Breaker 4 Hybrid just might be the best Game Breaker I have thrown thus far and I've had them all. For me, the Game Breaker Line has been the BENCHMARK of consistency. As a Pro Shop Operator, the Game Breaker Line gives the consumer a pretty big bang for their buck. The SYMMETRICAL Hybrid along with HK22 is a winner!!!! The ball clears the front of the lane with ease and the backend motion is impressive. This is a must have Ladies and Gentleman!!!! Contact your Pro Shop Operator ASAP. Your not going to want to miss out on this one.
By Chris J from Palm Springs
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
GB4 Hybrid
Game Breakers continue to dominate the mid-performance category, and the new GB4 Hybrid might be the most
exciting release in this line yet. Adding the HK22 base to a hybrid Game Breaker means versatility and strikes – lots of them. This is a great benchmark ball. you can pretty much play in the track and it seems like every time i move in, it hooks more. very clean down lanes too
By Bob Newman from Pacifica
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Ebonite GB4 Hybrid
I am a big fan of 2.48 & 0.048 RG & Diff numbers. I've liked every ball I've drilled that started with these numbers and the GB4 Hybrid is no exception. The polish on this hybrid allows it to get through the front part of the lane easily while the HK22 additive and big core allow it to stand up and hit down lane. I think this ball will be good on a variety of conditions.
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How does this ball compare to the IQ Ruby?
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What is surface change to use on heavier oil condition.
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Answer:
Hi Ellie! The finish out of the box is 1500 Siaair/Crown Factory Compound for medium oil, but with a lower grit would be more aggressive on heavier oil lane conditions.
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Which ball is stronger ebonite Gb4 or Roto group hyped pearl
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