900 Global Viking Conquest Coverstock: RB 94 Solid Reactive Finish: 2000 Grit Abralon Core: Strobe A.I. (14 pd) RG: 2.52 Differential: 0.051 Int Diff: 0.014 Layout: 5 3/4 x 4 x 3 - 2LS Layout Extras: 2 1/8 Finger Depth, "X" - 4 1/2 D and 1 Inch Left Tester: PAP 6 1/2 R, 1 1/4 D Review: The Viking Conquest features a Reserve Blend 94 coverstock and a core design that will provide the bowler early pick-up on the lane. The Conquest has been a sneaky success at recent trade show events. This is due to the control and easy to follow motion of this ball. For me, most big asym ball offerings I tend to shy away from. As an older two-handed player I prefer more length due to my slower ball speed. To note at Pure It Pro Shop we made sure to sand the surface smooth with 3K pads to ensure I could get the Conquest through the front part of the lane at our local centers. As compared to the 900 Global Viking you can anticipate less length and early reaction off the spot. In my opinion, the 900 Global Viking was a nice offering so the Conquest was a must try for me. The surface and drilling modifications have worked out great and I'm liking what I see out of this ball. My speed tends to be slower, so "bigger" asymmetrical balls burning up early can be a common occurrence and get forward quickly. The Conquest gives me what I need in a bigger ball for higher volume patterns. This solid blend is exactly what I need in the bag for my starter asym equipment. One final note to point out is that lane beds in the eastern region are continuing to get older and older. The need to create length and control with bowling ball offerings is continuing to grow. Be sure to grab your 900 Global Conquest today. Michael Slatky 900 Global Staff Member York, PA