Storm Bowling Ball Reviews
First ImpressionsStorm releases a new pearl Hyroad called the HyRoad 40, this time with the new cover we just saw on the Equinox. Really curious if Storm has possibly revived the old HyRoad pearl look on modern conditions. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis … Continue reading Storm HyRoad 40
First ImpressionsThe Ion Pro Solid brings back old school Storm motion. Long and strong. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 40 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at … Continue reading Storm Ion Pro Solid
First ImpressionsThis is going to be pretty clinical I think. The new IQ Tour AI is a straightforward mid late shape. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour AI Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsGuess what, Storm releases another shiny asym with the new Equinox. We shouldn’t be surprised but this ball feels quite nice. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: … Continue reading Storm Equinox Bowling Ball Review
OK I imagine Purple Hammer aficionados may not worry too much but those wanting to throw Storm and wanting that shape have been more or less out of luck. The pitch black is still around but it’s not quite the Purple Hammer. The Level comes along and given what we saw in our tests, it … Continue reading Storm Level vs IQ Tour 78U vs Hammer Purple Pearl Urethane
First ImpressionsThe Level feels like a strong urethane like motion. The boon will be if it legitimately holds surface for a prolonged period of time. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: … Continue reading Storm Level Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsFor one of us, the Storm Physix Blackout just about looked like the best ball they’ve ever thrown! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & … Continue reading Storm Physix Blackout Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsI’ve been hoping one of the new Road attempts are hit the mark and the Road Warrior feels like it might be a proper hit. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman … Continue reading Storm Road Warrior Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsFinally a pearl version that really compliments the Phaze II in a way no previous attempt has. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 … Continue reading Storm Phaze AI Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsLooks neat rolling down the lane. Seems like a potential stronger type benchmark but could also get a little lost amidst everything else. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: … Continue reading Storm Ion Max Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Storm Summit Ascent starts off crazy for a couple of games and then starts to settle into a benchmark type ball. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 … Continue reading Storm Summit Ascent Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsI was honestly surprised by how much I enjoyed the Ion Pro. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4.25 x 40 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm Ion Pro Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Storm Lightning Blackout feels more than it should be until it doesn’t. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at … Continue reading Storm Lightning Bowling Ball Review
Welcome back. I wanted to revisit surface adjustments and demonstrate how having a few pads in your posession can have a major impact on your game. I will continue to remind people that surface has 70% of the ball reaction. 30% is left to the core dymanics. If you understand a little physics, it shouldn’t … Continue reading Storm The Road Surface Adjustment Tutorial
First ImpressionsStorm releases a new ball in the Road series, I kind of feel this one may struggle with an identity crisis. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 … Continue reading Storm The Road Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsI feel like I took a Storm DNA and put some shine on it. Good or Bad? Let’s find out. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & … Continue reading Storm DNA Coil Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsWith the constant barrage of urethane and urethane like balls in modern times including now the PBA controversy, I feel like the Tank Rampage Pearl legitimately offers something different. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4 x 35 … Continue reading Motiv Tank Rampage Pearl Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsStorm releases another medium shiny defined ball, is it a surprise? Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 4.5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: … Continue reading Storm Summit Peak Bowling Ball Review
First ImpressionsThe Absolute Power impressed all 3 testers right out of the gate! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 330 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 4.5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & 1 1/2 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Storm Absolute Power Bowling Ball Review
Welcome back. Hopefully you’ve had a chance to watch the recent review on the IQ Tour 78U as I discussed a bit about these balls and the whole urethane drama in the PBA. Long story short, PBA will now require all balls classified as Urethane (through speed of oil absorption) to be manufactured at 78D … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour 78U vs Hammer Purple Urethane
