Made with the same high quality urethane and construction as our regular balls. During the intricate molding process, slight variation in handling and urethane curing can create these imperfections. A Functional "Blem" ball can have outward bumps that affect the smoothness of ride. Some are very gradual and feel like riding over a small crack on the ground. The outward bumps range from small 1/2" inch to 1" inch in diameter with outward deflection of 1/8" to 1/4". The greater the outward bump the more advanced riding is needed and many say it is like surfing over kelp, choppy waters or skiing over a rock. We have a range from a very gradual bump that doesn't throw you off balance but can be felt when riding over directly over that spot to balls that are much more pronounced and will quickly shift your ride. Many advanced and elite riders like to train on the blemish balls because it helps simulate real world conditions and they have to react to the unknown.

Some of the Functional Blemish balls have an air pocket trapped under the surface. This creates a small outward bump that compresses as you ride over it. Sometimes you cannot feel the imperfection and sometimes it is a very subtle and gradual feeling. When you stall and gently roll over the air bubble or bump you can feel the edge. When you slam and bounce over the air bubble, there is a "flat" sounding rebound and sometimes it doesn't rebound as high although, it will still bounce incredibly well!

When you place an order, you can let us know your ride level, training goals and how gentle or extreme you want the blemish. Some users want a secondary ball for throwing, tissue release, creating the Double Pivot board (2 balls under the board) and a blem ball is just the right price. We will test ride each ball and let you know what is available to meet your needs. All items are stamped "BLEM" near the logo. Discounted 25%

We have Functional Blems in stock!