First ImpressionsThe 900 Global Portal feels like an asym version of an IQ Tour Ruby if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest … Continue reading 900 Global Portal
First ImpressionsThe Equinox Hybrid adds another to the lineup, is it different enough from the OG? if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 420 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: … Continue reading Storm Equinox Hybrid
First ImpressionsThe IQ Tour Pearl is back again… if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x 4.5 x … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour Sapphire
First ImpressionsThe Storm Alpha Crux is BACK! Do you care? if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 50 x … Continue reading Storm Alpha Crux
First ImpressionsThe Storm Rocket AI is what appears to be a perfect clean mid late shape that does all the right things. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 … Continue reading Storm Rocket AI
First ImpressionsFor some bowlers, Tour balls are a must and the Gremlin Tour-X will be that for those bowlers. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Roto Grip Gremlin Tour-X
First ImpressionsThe new Storm Ion Max Pearl looks like how a pearl asym should look going down the lane. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm Ion Max Pearl
First ImpressionsThe Storm Concept really felt like a standout. One of the most impactful first impressions in a bit. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm Concept
First ImpressionsThe Storm Bionic looks like it could be a very versatile piece that a lot of people are going to like right in the middle of the bag. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: … Continue reading Storm Bionic
First ImpressionsOn paper, we were all excited to see a “factor” ball back from Storm. The question is what happened on the lanes. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 55 x 5.25 x 40 Tyler Church (Righty)Style: Power … Continue reading Storm Next Factor
First ImpressionsI think Storm has finally given us a true partner for the Phaze II. if you like what we do, please click that subscribe and notification button, check us out on socials and patreon Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 1/8 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest … Continue reading Storm Phaze II Pearl
First ImpressionsWhadaya know, Storm releases a new big asymmetric solid and it rolls like a big strong asymmetric solid. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 365 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis tilt: lowAxis rotation: medium/highTest Equipment: 14 PoundsLayout: 45 x 5 x 45 Bryan Hoffman (Righty)Style: StrokerRPM: 280 rpmPAP: 4 1/2 & … Continue reading Storm Equinox Solid
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 ImpressionsThe Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid fits exactly where it should in the arsenal and that’s all you can ask for, especially at this price point. 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: … Continue reading Motiv Max Thrill Hybrid Bowling Ball Review
Alright, I get to see a ton of bowling balls and there’s a lot to like, dislike, and everything in between. This is a little different take but similar to my favorites. It’s a bit more specific to what’s in my bag. In some cases it’s newer balls and some, discontinued pieces I simply still … Continue reading What’s In My Bag – 2025
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
