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Storm Parallax vs Roto Grip Nuclear Cell

I wanted to take some time to look at the Storm Parallax and Roto Grip Nuclear Cell side by side as I mentioned them together in the first Parallax video. My first thought was that they are pretty close in use case, even if you might think the shapes are a bit different. These are … Continue reading Storm Parallax vs Roto Grip Nuclear Cell

Storm Proton Physix vs 900 Global Reality

Today we bring you a comparison of 2 strong balls, the Storm Proton Physix and 900 Global Reality. First of all, both balls are coming out of Utah. Second, both are solid asymmetrics. Both balls fit in the strong defined arsenal category. That is the top ball in the bag. If you recall, that means … Continue reading Storm Proton Physix vs 900 Global Reality

900 Global Reality Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsWe are seeing a rash of big pieces and the 900 Global Reality is another good one. Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: … Continue reading 900 Global Reality Bowling Ball Review

Storm Dual Lock Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe International Storm Dual Lock is pretty. It does shape differently than the Snap Lock but has its own place. Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: … Continue reading Storm Dual Lock Bowling Ball Review

Storm Proton Physix vs Motiv Forge Flare

This comparison between the Proton Physix and Forge Flare is an intriguing one. On paper this shouldn’t make a lot of sense. However, how the balls behave in real life is the critical thing. In this case, there was no doubt the Storm Proton Physix was designed as the top dog, the ball that fits … Continue reading Storm Proton Physix vs Motiv Forge Flare

Storm Fast Pitch vs Motiv Desert Tank Bowling Ball Review Comparison

The comparison of the Storm Fast Pitch and Motiv Desert Tank should be quite interesting to many folks interested in slotting something in the “specialty” part of the bag, like ball 6 in my arsenal building. These balls fall in the Urethane or urethane like craze. I tested the Storm Fast Pitch first and there’s … Continue reading Storm Fast Pitch vs Motiv Desert Tank Bowling Ball Review Comparison

Storm Proton Physix Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsI never say just buy a ball and I won’t now but I think many will pick the Storm Proton Physix up for a few reasons we’ll get into. Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop … Continue reading Storm Proton Physix Bowling Ball Review

Storm Fast Pitch Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsAt first I was thinking, how can I possibly use the Fast Pitch. Then I figured it out and thought wow I could do some damage with this thing. Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop … Continue reading Storm Fast Pitch Bowling Ball Review

Motiv Desert Tank Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsIt took us a while to get this ball but I am very glad we finally got to throw the Motiv Desert Tank. Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! … Continue reading Motiv Desert Tank Bowling Ball Review

Storm Axiom Pearl Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsGreat ball reaction out of the gate from the Axiom Pearl. There are some interesting nuances to discuss. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: … Continue reading Storm Axiom Pearl Bowling Ball Review

Storm IQ Tour Nano Pearl Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsIts an IQ Tour. Can it be bad? Thanks to our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph (at release)Axis … Continue reading Storm IQ Tour Nano Pearl Bowling Ball Review

Storm Parallax Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Storm Parallax is typical Storm shiny asym goodness. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage Speed: 18.5 mph … Continue reading Storm Parallax Bowling Ball Review

Storm Trend Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Storm Trend feels very familiar ala Hyroad Pearl, Idol Pearl, etc. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 rpmPAP: 5 & 3/8 upAverage … Continue reading Storm Trend Bowling Ball Review

Roto Grip Nuclear Cell vs Storm Omega Crux vs Storm Snap Lock

Today I want to spend a little time comparing these 3 pearl asyms. They are very different and very similar at the same time. The Roto Grip Nuclear Cell comes out of the box shiny. It’s clean through the mids and waits until the end of the pattern to really pop. With the shiny surface … Continue reading Roto Grip Nuclear Cell vs Storm Omega Crux vs Storm Snap Lock

Storm Axiom vs Roto Grip UFO

I wanted to take a little time to discuss the comparison between the Storm Axiom and the Roto Grip UFO. On paper, the similarities are strong nano based solid covers. The differences are the core shapes, core specs, sym vs asym. So is it a fair comparison? I will go out on a limb and … Continue reading Storm Axiom vs Roto Grip UFO

Storm Axiom Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsHuge surface, huge core. And it still goes sideways off of friction. In the words of Chris Berman, Rumbling, Bumbling, Stumbling. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! Tamer … Continue reading Storm Axiom Bowling Ball Review

Storm Omega Crux Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsWow this thing is dull out of box. The Omega Crux is the smooth, controlled Crux motion we’ve become familiar with. The grit makes sure it hooks up and goes, showing off some punch. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t … Continue reading Storm Omega Crux Bowling Ball Review

Storm Pitch Purple Bowling Ball Review

First ImpressionsThe Pitch Purple feels like a reactive resin tamed down with urethane as opposed to a urethane ball with some reactive content. Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and … Continue reading Storm Pitch Purple Bowling Ball Review

Roto Grip UFO Bowling Ball Review

Can It Be Out Of This World… Let me introduce our new partner Haley’s Pro Shop. A big thank you to Jeff Miller and Ron Hoppe. Don’t forget to check out Haley’s Pro Shop for world class drilling and coaching! First ImpressionsThe UFO acquits the big ball slot very nicely. Tamer Elbaga (Lefty)Style: TweenerRPM: 375 … Continue reading Roto Grip UFO Bowling Ball Review

Storm Phaze III Surface Adjustment

I frequently mention that I typically like to “crack the factory polish” on many out of the box polished balls. This is not an exclusive thing to Storm just to be clear. With this ball, it is long and crazy sideways with the factory polish. The downlane angle is impressive to be completely honest but … Continue reading Storm Phaze III Surface Adjustment