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expiredmcali6 posted May 20, 2024 6:42 PM

Wilson Evolution 29.5" Indoor Game Basketball (Orange, Size 7)

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Wilson has Wilson Evolution 29.5" Indoor Game Basketball (Orange, Size 7, WZ10012) on sale for $55.97. Shipping is free.
  • Note: This ball ships deflated.
Thanks to Community Member mcali6 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Composite Pebbled Channels
  • Micro-Fiber Composite Leather
  • Cushion Core
  • Indoor Play
  • National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Approved
  • EVO Series

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  • Additional Information:
    • This offer is similar to our front page deal from July 2023, however it does not come with a ball pump.
    • Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars at Wilson based on over 560 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by mcali6
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Wilson has Wilson Evolution 29.5" Indoor Game Basketball (Orange, Size 7, WZ10012) on sale for $55.97. Shipping is free.
  • Note: This ball ships deflated.
Thanks to Community Member mcali6 for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Composite Pebbled Channels
  • Micro-Fiber Composite Leather
  • Cushion Core
  • Indoor Play
  • National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Approved
  • EVO Series

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • Additional Information:
    • This offer is similar to our front page deal from July 2023, however it does not come with a ball pump.
    • Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars at Wilson based on over 560 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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EdwardD18
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I stacked coupon code (PROSKILLS-15) for and additional 15% off
Debit2Cash
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Gone are the days when this thing would go on sale for 35 bucks Frown
Sxc2455
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I've researched yrs ago and found out that the balls are made from 2 different factories. There's a 3 letter code on each ball. I believe the code that starts with an X is the harder/slippery one. The one that starts with a N is the softer version. Just what I learned 5yrs ago so things could have changed.

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May 20, 2024 7:43 PM
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skeleton516May 20, 2024 7:43 PM
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sorry. shouldve checked first. not sure how to delete.

this is original post:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17505582-wilson-evolution-game-basketball-30-off-55-97?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1



USA COLORWAY ONLY
FREE SHIPPING
Size 7 or 29.5

I assume same performance as all the other colors.


https://www.wilson.com/en-us/prod...name=93857
Last edited by skeleton516 May 20, 2024 at 12:53 PM.
May 20, 2024 8:44 PM
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PorterRanchDBMay 20, 2024 8:44 PM
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In my opinion, best colorway because you never see this ball anywhere, especially at tournaments. Helps to quickly identify your ball.
May 20, 2024 9:01 PM
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vvsonikvvMay 20, 2024 9:01 PM
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I've played with a few different evolutions. That all seem to look like legit Wilson evolutions. But the ones at my gym are squishy and have good grip/feel for shooting.

The two balls my friends bring to gym also say evolution but don't have the squishy-springyness to it. It's still a good ball but feels a bit slippery.

Are there different versions? Are they knockoffs?

I assume buying directly from Wilson would be legit but has the model changed?
May 20, 2024 9:06 PM
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alexcaponeMay 20, 2024 9:06 PM
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I've tried multiple browsers and credit cards and it wouldn't allow me to complete the purchase. Doesn't say exactly what the issue was but I see a pink ribbon below the payment options section as if something is missing but I don't see anything wrong.
May 20, 2024 9:22 PM
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Sxc2455May 20, 2024 9:22 PM
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Quote from vvsonikvv :
I've played with a few different evolutions. That all seem to look like legit Wilson evolutions. But the ones at my gym are squishy and have good grip/feel for shooting.

The two balls my friends bring to gym also say evolution but don't have the squishy-springyness to it. It's still a good ball but feels a bit slippery.

Are there different versions? Are they knockoffs?

I assume buying directly from Wilson would be legit but has the model changed?
I've researched yrs ago and found out that the balls are made from 2 different factories. There's a 3 letter code on each ball. I believe the code that starts with an X is the harder/slippery one. The one that starts with a N is the softer version. Just what I learned 5yrs ago so things could have changed.
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May 20, 2024 9:31 PM
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jcnixMay 20, 2024 9:31 PM
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Quote from vvsonikvv :
I've played with a few different evolutions. That all seem to look like legit Wilson evolutions. But the ones at my gym are squishy and have good grip/feel for shooting.

The two balls my friends bring to gym also say evolution but don't have the squishy-springyness to it. It's still a good ball but feels a bit slippery.

Are there different versions? Are they knockoffs?

I assume buying directly from Wilson would be legit but has the model changed?
Not exactly sure when, but I am pretty sure they made a slight change to the surface of the Evolution in the last few years. It now seems to pick up dust more than it used to and if you don't keep it clean, it will have that slippery feel you're describing. Someone said they cleaned it with a scrubber and now the dust doesn't stick to it as much, but YMMV. Still the best ball out there and this is a good price.
May 20, 2024 9:45 PM
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xdzMay 20, 2024 9:45 PM
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Quote from PorterRanchDB :
In my opinion, best colorway because you never see this ball anywhere, especially at tournaments. Helps to quickly identify your ball.
Second this.
Lost 3 in 2 years. Some players should have some dignity.
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May 20, 2024 9:56 PM
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SaveMoneyZoneMay 20, 2024 9:56 PM
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Quote from PorterRanchDB :
In my opinion, best colorway because you never see this ball anywhere, especially at tournaments. Helps to quickly identify your ball.
I want address some concerns. I have this same ball. I barely see it anywhere when I play ball easy to distinguish. 2nd someone mentioned that they changed the quality of the evolutions balls. I've bought about 6 of these from loosing or getting stolen. But my theory is that Walmart evolutions are of poorer quality. When buying at Dick's sporting goods they are a better quality ball. Just my thoughts from purchasing from different retailers
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May 20, 2024 10:00 PM
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Debit2CashMay 20, 2024 10:00 PM
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Gone are the days when this thing would go on sale for 35 bucks Frown
May 20, 2024 10:07 PM
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ShawnKempMay 20, 2024 10:07 PM
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This is a good ball but Baden Elite is a little better. Just to address everyone saying this is the best ball. It's close. But it's not.
May 20, 2024 10:10 PM
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tmaxam99May 20, 2024 10:10 PM
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Quote from ShawnKemp :
This is a good ball but Baden Elite is a little better. Just to address everyone saying this is the best ball. It's close. But it's not.
What would be a good ball to play out on a concrete driveway? Would they hold up?
May 20, 2024 10:17 PM
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ShawnKempMay 20, 2024 10:17 PM
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Quote from tmaxam99 :
What would be a good ball to play out on a concrete driveway? Would they hold up?
Baden Elite and the Wilson Evolution are both indoor balls. They won't hold up outdoors. Adidas is currently having a sale and I just looked and they have an all surface ball called the "all court ball" and it's on sale for 18 bucks right now. I haven't tried it but it's a good price and looks really good and it's made for indoor and outdoor play.
May 20, 2024 10:24 PM
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skeleton516May 20, 2024 10:24 PM
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Quote from vvsonikvv :
I've played with a few different evolutions. That all seem to look like legit Wilson evolutions. But the ones at my gym are squishy and have good grip/feel for shooting.

The two balls my friends bring to gym also say evolution but don't have the squishy-springyness to it. It's still a good ball but feels a bit slippery.

Are there different versions? Are they knockoffs?

I assume buying directly from Wilson would be legit but has the model changed?
i see some on ebay that sell for 55 coming from overseas. i assume those are knockoffs
May 20, 2024 10:28 PM
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skeleton516May 20, 2024 10:28 PM
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Quote from ShawnKemp :
Baden Elite and the Wilson Evolution are both indoor balls. They won't hold up outdoors. Adidas is currently having a sale and I just looked and they have an all surface ball called the "all court ball" and it's on sale for 18 bucks right now. I haven't tried it but it's a good price and looks really good and it's made for indoor and outdoor play.
That adidas all court 3.0 runs a tad small and a tad lighter. it did not feel right comparative to a wilson evolution. i measured and weighed it to make sure i wasnt just pysching myself

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May 20, 2024 10:31 PM
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tmaxam99May 20, 2024 10:31 PM
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Quote from ShawnKemp :
Baden Elite and the Wilson Evolution are both indoor balls. They won't hold up outdoors. Adidas is currently having a sale and I just looked and they have an all surface ball called the "all court ball" and it's on sale for 18 bucks right now. I haven't tried it but it's a good price and looks really good and it's made for indoor and outdoor play.
Thanks for the fast response. I'll check the ball out.

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