8 Popular Storm & Roto Grip Bowling Balls Being Discontinued

The newly created Ikon™ Core has pushed the symmetrical dynamics in the HP3 line to a whole new level. Measuring in with an rg value of 2.49 and a differential of .052, backend motion will not be a problem.

Coverstock Name     MicroTrax-S18™ Solid Reactive
Coverstock Style       Solid
Coverstock Type       Reactive
Weight Block             Ikon™ Core
Finish                        2000-grit Polished
Flare Potential           Medium
Radius of Gyration    (RG): 2.49
Differential (Diff):       .052

The premise is wickedly simple: create a ball that?s worthy of your time, energy, and dollars. It?s no mystery that the !Q has become a staple in Storm?s lineup of high performance bowling balls. Favored by bowlers of all levels all over the globe, anyone and everyone can benefit from the benchmark reaction the !Q series is able to provide.

Coverstock: R2S Pearl Reactive
Weight Block: C Centripetal Control Core
Factory Finish: 1500 Grit Polished
Flare Potential: Medium-Low
Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.49
Differential (Diff): .029
Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): n/a
Fragrance: Melon Mint

At Storm, our intention creates our reality. When discussing the best balls on the market, tour players invariably mention the PhysiX?. As always, we don?t build bowling balls just because we can. We define the need based on the feedback from our tour professionals, Storm VIP pro shop operators, and our loyal fans. The all-new AstroPhysiX is yet another exemplary gem that will fulfill the needs of many.

Coverstock Name    Coverstock: R2S Pearl Reactive
Coverstock Style       Pearl
Coverstock Type       Reactive
Weight Block             Atomic™ Core
Finish                        1500-grit Polished
Mass Bias Strength          Intermediate .017
Radius of Gyration    (RG): 2.48
Differential (Diff):       .053

Possible replacement the IQ Nano Pearl Bowling Ball.

Testing is a long process that involves a lot of people and first-rate technology but most importantly, it begins and ends with the bowler. Nanotechnology: Why is something so small so big? Our NRG material deals with the smallest of the small. In fact, it is the manipulation of matter at the molecular level. In bowling ball tech, you can’t see what’s there, but you can certainly feel it every shot you make. There’s an abundance of enhanced traction when our proprietary Nano additive is mixed with our coverstocks. Materials reduced to the nanoscale can show different properties compared to what they exhibit on the macroscale. NRG Hybrid is unique unto itself. The coefficient of restitution is the ratio of the final to initial relative velocity between two objects after they collide. Why is this important to the bowler? Well, simply put, when a ball has to contend.

This was a unique core and cover combo so no current balls would be close in ball motion in my honest opinion.

Creating the Mutated Rotary™ weight block was a long time coming. After countless request to re-introduce weight blocks of the past, it was time to configure a new higher RG symmetrical shape in order to produce more length and more down lane shape in the HP3 line.

Possible replacements: Hustle RAP

Inside you will find the now famous Hustle™ Core which measures in at more of a medium rg number. Not too high and not too low, it measures in just right. While the core differential measures in at a lower value for more control down lane.

The VTC-P18™ Pearl Reactive cover was first used on the Winner™ and instantly became a fan favorite. This formula of pearl increases traction throughout the lane while still retaining enough energy to respond down lane.

Created with versatility and reaction in mind, the Hustle 3TP does not disappoint. Compared to the rest of the line of Hustle’s, the Hustle 3TP just like the Hustle Au will provide the most length with more backend reaction due to the pearl cover.

Possible replacements: Electrify Hybrid

Inside you will find the now famous Hustle™ Core which measures in at more of a medium rg number. Not too high and not too low, it measures in just right. While the core differential measures in at a lower value for more control down lane.

Wrapped with the proven VTC-H18™ Hybrid Reactive coverstock, you will notice that even though this ball comes out of box factory shined, it will still provide plenty of traction and down lane reaction.

Ideal for those Lighter to Medium Oil conditions due to the dynamic combination of core and hybrid cover at a cost friendly price. Compared to the rest of the line, this ball will be a little longer than the Hustle INK, but not as long as the Hustle 3TP or Hustle Au. 

Possible Replacements: Electrify Pearl, Hustle RAP 

Core: First used in the original MVP, the Neutron NXT Core has quickly gained credibility by all who have tossed it. With the higher RG value and medium diff, this core produces plently of length and plenty down lane motion no matter your bowling style.

Cover:The newest Versatile Traction Control Pearl cover, better known as the VTC-P19 Pearl Reactive Coverstock, takes a step forward in terms of durability and performance. Just know it will provide more responsiveness down lane than the VTC-H19 Hybrid cover found on the original MVP.

Condition: This ball was designed to excel on those lighter oil patterns as well as those patterns that have transitioned after af ew games when the front of the lane starts to hook early. There is no doubt this ball wil be an ideal “go to” ball when your bigger balls start to get lazy down lane. Between the core and the cover, this ball will provide plenty of shape down lane when you need it!