Storm IQ Tour Ruby Bowling Ball

The New Storm IQ Tour Ruby has the R2S Pearl Coverstock and the C3 Core. As I’m a big fan of the IQ Emerald, I was very excited when I heard they were making another pearl IQ and it did not disappoint. Very clean through the front part of the lane but reads the lane a lot earlier than I anticipated. More like an Original IQ Tour Shape with a shiny cover. I fit the Ruby in between my IQ Tour and IQ Emerald. If you’re a big fan of the IQ Line, this one will not disappoint! Ethan Fiore ⭐PBA Member⭐Roto Grip Staff⭐CoolWick Staff⭐Tournament Director⭐ Right 2 Handed Rev Rate: 500 Speed: 17.5 PAP: 4 1/8 up 7/8

Storm !Q Tour Ruby Coverstock: R2S Pearl Reactive Finish: Reacta Gloss Core: C3 Centripetal Control Core RG: 2.49 Differential: 0.029 Layout: 5 1/2 x 5 x 5 - 2LS Layout Extras: 2 1/8 Finger Depth, "X" - 4 1/2 D and 1 Inch Left Tester: PAP 6 1/2 R, 1 1/4 D Review: The !Q series continues on with the new !Q Tour Ruby. This updated version of the !Q series features the all new Reacta Gloss finish applied to the R2S coverstock. If you have enjoyed the !Q series this is a must have. If you are looking for a great reaction on a variety of house patterns the !Q Tour Ruby is sure to be a winner for most styles of bowling. I've enjoyed the oob Reacta Gloss finish on this ball. In comparison to the 1500 polish finish the all new Reacta Gloss finish appears to be cleaner through the fronts and more controlled in comparison to the iQ Tour Emerald with the 1500 polish finish. The !Q Tour Ruby provides nice length and great punch with a high degree of control. In my opinion, the iQ Tour Ruby and the !Q Tour Emerald are slightly different in overall reaction due to the Reacta Gloss finish. The Emerald is about 1-2 feet earlier and slightly stronger off the spot. Both balls fit nicely in the arsenal. Your Ruby upgrade/replacement will not disappoint. The !Q Tour Ruby is a nice addition for any arsenal and you'll likely find a spot in the bag for most medium and THS patterns. The blend of length, overall strength and control provides a lot of options for this piece. The !Q Tour Ruby is quickly becoming one of my favorite balls in the bag. Be sure to grab one today and enjoy more information on a variety of SPI balls at https://youtube.com/channel/UC1VA-MgFBo9mIZde-G3T11A . Michael Slatky 900 Global Staff Member York, PA

Ball Specs: Storm IQ Tour Ruby Reacta Gloss R2S™ Pearl Reactive Weight Block C3™ Centripetal Control Core (Symmetrical) Color: Ruby Review: Another great addition to the IQ line. We drilled this ball with our normal layout: tweener, 350-375 revs, 16.5mph, layout of choice is 4x4x2 (pin is above bridge). The lightweight core and nano pearl coverstock work incredibly well together to make this ball predictable and smooth from beginning to end of lane. Because this ball is so versatile you will see many players altering covers to get the reaction they want on a given lane condition. This piece fits best in our shop for tournament veterans and seasoned league bowlers. The IQ Ruby Pearl will most likely be the first IQ ball out of the bag for those who have several IQ pieces simply because of the versatility and predictability factor. From there they move to a different IQ piece rather than ball down. For league bowlers looking for a pearl piece to add to their arsenal, this may be the direction you want to steer them simply because it is so easy to alter the cover and still work for multiple styles of play. Overall a very solid piece from Storm and yes, it smells and looks great as always! Kyle, Joel, & Dean Johnson Storm Pro Shop Staffers joel@parklanes.net kyle@parklanes.net dean@frontierfuncenter.net www.stormbowling.com #StormNation

Layout: 4 x 3 x 2 Surface - Reacta Gloss I will first start off by saying that I don't use the IQ level balls very often due to my higher ball speed and longer league pattern but I was extremely impressed by the new IQ Ruby. This ball gave me a lot of vibes of the IQ Gold and a more angular IQ Emerald. The reacta gloss actually makes this ball considering the Core and Coverstock are the same as the balls mentioned previously. I was able to review this ball along side the DNA on the same lane and house pattern. The IQ Ruby was an obvious step down from the DNA but didn't quite show as much. I was able to go straight to the DNA from the same line on the lane and saw a lot of midlane traction with a strong backend motion. I was very surprised to see how much this one hooked in the back part of the lane. I was able to control the friction with this ball if I got it to the dry a little quick while it still read the oil strong if I missed in the oil downlane. The IQ Emerald, although used, saw smoother downlane motion from the same line but more inconsistent reaction overall. When I missed in the oil, it had a lot of trouble getting back up the hill to get to the pocket flush. The IQ Ruby had no problem doing this at all. I can actually see myself potentially using this on broken down house patterns and later in tournaments where the volume is still on the medium to higher side. This is a huge benefit for me because I still get the control I need while still seeing the midlane hook which is needed on the patterns. Anyone who is a fan of the IQ series will surely love this ball. IQ Ruby and DNA Review: https://youtu.be/CvFUIPUzAcw

Dual Angle Layout: 60 x 3 x 30 Storm Vector Layout: 3 x 5 3/8 x 1 3/8 This ball is so clean through the heads but still has the pop you’re looking for on the back end. Never had the IQ Emerald but all the buzz seems to lead me to believe this is the IQ Emerald 2.0. I had been missing that mid line ball for when the lanes start to transition and heads get burned up. This ball will allow you to stay right longer as everyone is migrating left. Bonus points for the scent, this is by far the best smelling Storm ball to date.

One of the most popular lines is back with the IQ Ruby. Place this core with any cover and it's an instant hit. Similar in cover to the Emerald we see the newer polish on the Ruby. This ball will be a great transition ball and most likely will be the weakest ball I bring to league or tournament play. It was about a 4 board difference to the right against the DNA. The ball is clean and continues very well. We had been missing this performance within the SPI line as the Emerald has been discontinued for nearly 4 years. This ball provides a great benchmark shape and will essentially be a step down off the Phasze 5, Zen or Fate. Those who love the IQ line; the Ruby will provide that same great anticipated benchmark controllable reaction.

Orientation: Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 RPM Speed: 16-17 MPH PAP: 4 ½ over and ½ up Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO Pattern: High Volume THS VLS Layout: Layout 1: 5 x 4 x 2 ½ (pin above bridge) Layout 2: 4 ½ x 4 x 4 1/8 (pin below bridge) IQ Tour Ruby is more like the IQ Tour Gold than the IQ 30 or Emerald. The darker IQ 30 and Emerald both stood up a little quicker and got forward. Jerk and Snap. The Gold and Ruby being lighter both hit the dry but the stay a little more round and continuous. I’ve liked all the IQ Tour PEARLS and the Ruby is no exception.

!Q Tour Ruby - Ball Specs Cover Stock: R2S Pearl Coverstock Finish: Reacta Gloss Core: Centripetal Control Core Layout: 65 x 5 x 35 RG: 2.49 Differential: 0.029 Review The !Q Tour Ruby is the newest addition to the !Q line series. For me the !Q Tour Ruby fits right below the Hyroad Pearl. The R2S Pearl Coverstock paired with the proven Centripetal Control Core will allow me straighter on the fresh and move deep inside on the burn.I tested this ball on a 43 feet typical house pattern. As mid to low rev player l was able to stand right of center on the fresh and as far left as 28 board on the burn without losing any carrying power. This ball will be in my bag for league and tournaments. Order one from your local pro shop today! My ball review videos are posted on YouTube channel Stanley Waite. Stanley Waite 900 Global Staff Member Dover, DE

Cover: R2S Pearl Reactive Core: C3 Centripetal Control RG: 2.49 RG. Diff. 0.029 Finish: Reacta Gloss Fragrance: Berry Splash Storm’s new IQ Tour Ruby is a Symmetrical Pearl piece that is good for Light-Medium conditions. PAP is 5 5/16 R 1 3/16 Up. Rev Rate: 400. Speed: 16.5. Drilled this piece with the Pin up between the fingers and CG kicked out 1” from the palm. Out of Box ball motion is clean through the fronts with a smooth motion on the backend. I took a 2k and 3k Abralon afterwards and it was still clean through the fronts with a few more boards stronger on the backend. I compared this piece to the Night Road, Fate, and Revenant. The Night Road was 3-3 stronger and sharper on the backend. Fate was 3-3 stronger. Revenant was 2-2 more than the IQ Tour Ruby. Check Out the Ball motion Video on my YouTube Page: www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1YD-54pwPGHG4MGrYQjFw

IQ Tour Ruby Ball Specs: Cover: R2S Pearl with 1500 Grit Polish Core: C3 Centripetal Core Fragrance: Berry Splash Review: The IQ line is back with another addition, this time with another pearl. We all know the original IQ Tour is a staple in all bowling bags. The IQ Tour Ruby is going to be in the slot right next to before long. The Ruby follows in the footsteps by the other great pearl IQs in the Gold, Emerald and 30th edition versions. The Ruby is clean through the fronts with a very smooth motion when it hits the spot. The biggest difference with this ball? Well that would be the bright Ruby Red color. This ball really stands out on the lane and easily turns heads. Sitting on the shop wall it has quickly become a center piece that people are drawn to instantly. When I hit the lane with this ball I could easily see how it has the same motion as the other pearl IQs. This ball releases on March 17th, make you pick yours up! Will Tefft Storm Staff Member will@parklanes.net www.strombowling.com #Stromnation