The Atlas Hybrid is a sleeper. The first Atlas was a little slower but controllable. The hybrid version gives you a lot more shape on the backend. Atlas hybrid is not like other hybrids in the line its very clean, but not a sharp response off the friction as others like Widow 2.0 hybrid etc. If you get a chance to attend a Demo, give this one a try....
If you threw the original Columbia 300 Atlas, then you need to look no further for another big ball to put in your bag. The new Columbia 300 Atlas Hybrid is the “Big Ball” addition to your arsenal you’ve been looking for! With many different balls hitting the market, many balls can be overlooked, and the new Columbia 300 Atlas Hybrid I feel is DEFINITELY overlooked! The new Columbia 300 Atlas Hybrid is very similar to the original Atlas. The Atlas Hybrid gives you slightly more length than the original Atlas, but the unique Atlas core shape creates a strong change of direction on the back end because of the dense flip block on the bottom of the core. The core shape, along with the HK22-Formula 1 Hybrid and Dynamicore, creates incredible hitting power, and provides longer and more angular ball shape off the spot. I had this ball drilled with a 45x5x30 layout which allows for strong, predictable and continuous ball motion on both heavy oil and medium oil conditions. I am still a fan of the original Atlas and I am very impressed with the new Atlas Hybrid. This is a “big ball” that does not disappoint. If you are a fan of the original Atlas, then the new Atlas Hybrid is a great complement to an already great ball! Check out a new Columbia 300 Atlas Hybrid at your local pro shop and try out one of the newest and hottest balls on the market today. You just may be surprised!
As a big fan of the Atlas solid, I was looking forward to this version. The hybrid does not disappoint. I get more "flip" than the solid but it is much clean in fronts. The core rolls and makes the ball more roll strong into the pins than skip flip. I drilled pin down and took advantage of the clean cover. I did have to hit the cover with 2000k off the press. Overall the ball rolls amazing and carries very well. I would put this just below the High Speed but that is more due to drilling and overall core differences. I have a hard time getting this ball out of my hand.