Storm Level Bowling Ball

Right handed 235 Average 17mph 350 rev rate The Storm Level utilizes a brand new cover technology and a new core. This combination will give you and early rolling balls, but you still have some downlane motion. The new cover absorbs oil quickly, so you won’t see carry down like you will with traditional urethane. For me, I drilled this ball for my sport shot league where I need to manage the lane from front to back. I have liked what I have seen on shorter patterns. I have used it in my house shot leagues, but I find I do not have the area that I can create with other balls, which is fine as I did not drill it for house shots. I recommend using a higher flare layout so you get fresh cover with every revolution.

The Level is Storms first ball released in the Lab series. The Level features the RPM cover wrapped around the Equalizer AI core. The RPM cover is marketed to be the fastest absorption cover that Storm currently offers. The RPM cover combined with the Equalizer AI core provides a very early, stable and controlled piece for shorter and flatter oil patterns. The Level for me will be a great option when I need a little more traction than my Pitch Black but balls like the Harsh Reality and Physix Blackout are too strong. The Level is now available in all Storm VIP pro shops! Review Video: https://youtu.be/vAaLwVC3Ht8?si=k3xwyedev4UvzD86

Ball Specs: Storm Level Coverstock: RPM™ Solid Reactive 1000-Grit Abralon Core: Equalizer™ A.I. Core (Symmetrical) Color: Black Scent: Grapple Review: New ball, new line, new cover, new core. The first “LAB” series bowling ball is here and it has some major shelf appeal with the matte black finish and a futuristic white trimmed out logo. This new ball is “not urethane” but has urethane shape characteristics with the hitting power of a reactive ball. We drilled this ball with our normal layout: tweener, 350-375 revs, 16.5mph, layout of choice is 4x4x2 (pin is above bridge). Compared to the Pitch Black the Level is stronger overall, picking up about the same length down lane. The biggest noticeable difference besides stronger motion is the power through the pins. A major issue with the average league bowler is their rev rate does not match the tour professionals… so when they see that urethane ball on TV carrying the corners and don’t experience the same hitting power it is a little bit of a let down. The Level helps solve this problem. For lower speed players or players who like that urethane shape, who also need that extra hitting power this is the piece. We are excited to see this on tour and in the hands of league bowlers who have a new tool in their bag that is unlike any other. Kyle, Joel, & Dean Johnson SPI Pro Shop Staff Members kyle@parklanes.net joel@parklanes.net dean@parklanes.net www.stormbowling.com #StormNation #GoGlobal #SquadRG

Level •Storm • SPI Lab Series Coverstock • RPM Solid • Finish 1000-grit Abralon Core •Equalizer A.I. Core Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.59 Differential • .027 Layout • 4 ¼ x 4/ ½ x 2 ¼ Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 9° Testers Rev Rate • 300 Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street Storm brings in the New Year by striking a perfect game with their release of the all-new Level! The Level is the first release in Storm's all-new Lab Series, an Elite Series designed to bring excellence and absolute top performance to a player's game. And I will tell you the Level lives up to all Storm claims it to be. From the all-new Equalizer A.I. Core to the revolutionary RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix) Coverstock, the Level was terrific. So, let's take a closer look at what makes the Level so successful! The Equalizer A.I. Core has an all-new type of design. Without getting into the technical jargon, I will tell you the Equalizer Core has an exceptionally smooth and predictable motion through all three phases of ball motion, i.e., skid, hook, and roll. Further, rather than seeing the temperamental jumps and squirrelly motion straighter players like me tend to see as the pattern breaks down, I liked how the Equalizer A.I. Core was continuous and steady when it found friction, providing me a predicable angular motion I could depend on, especially in late night conditions. Lastly, there is no doubt that the A.I. Core technology added to the Equalizer makes the Level deliver a hard striking blow and provides the continuation I depend on as a straighter player. As a straighter player, coverstock and surface can make or break a night of bowling for me. However, with the all-new RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix) coverstock found on the Level, Storm has changed how I look at coverstock and surface. The RPM coverstock blends the lanes beautifully in all types of conditions. I especially like how the RPM Coverstock weaves its way through broken-down and worn-out THS conditions with a smooth and effortless motion. Further, as a straighter player, I usually find myself in a nightmare when I come across urethane on the lanes. However, with the RPM Coverstock found on the Level, I enjoyed blending through the push and carry-down caused by urethane and still maintaining my line without losing power at the pocket. That makes the RPM Coverstock a unique solid-reactive cover that certainly is a game-changer for straighter players like me. The 1000-grit Abralon surface on the Level is an excellent fit for straighter players looking to bowl on fresh THS and medium-type patterns. However, depending on your speed and rev rate, consider bringing up the Level's surface to 2000 or 3000-grit Abralon to best fit your game. I found 2000-grit Abralon worked best for me overall, especially in late-night conditions. But most importantly, be prepared to wipe the oil flares off the Level after every shot; I loved how the Level finds oil even when you think it's all burnt up! In closing, Storm has done a fantastic job creating the all-new Lab Series Level! The Level is smooth, strong, and predictable and belongs in any straighter player's arsenal! So, stop into your local Storm VIP Pro Shop today and have your Level ready to roll for tonight's league! You will love the results! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, PA

Orientation: Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 RPM Speed: 16-17 MPH PAP: 4 ½ over and 1 1/8 up Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO Pattern: High Volume THS VLS Layout: Layout 1: 4 5/8 x 4 x 2 ½ (Pin above bridge) Layout 2: 4 ¼ x 4 x 4 (pin below bridge) The Level is a brand new ball in the industry! The Design intent: Control ball that absorbs oil! The LEVEL does this. Out of the box it rolled GREAT in front of me, it did all the right things. It acted like a control ball, but was a little cleaner and a little more backend. When trying to make it do the ‘thane thing, I had to hit with 500 or 360 to get it to pick up early enough, but once it did…..WOOOOOOWWW. It rolled plenty early, in the right spot, backed off enough through on the backend and continued through the deck. Then when I tried to throw it harder and jam it, it did that too. I’m not exactly sure what this ball is…..it’s definitely a control ball. ‘Thane replacement, maybe. At the least something I think I can throw a LOT! Disclaimer: This is not a UC3, Zen U, Pitch Purple, etc……It’s truly something new.

Short pattern king without a doubt. I have had a hole in my bag for years, when it comes to short patterns I have really struggled to find something that gave me the forgiveness that the Level does. My lower rev rate and tendency to play straight keeps me pretty far right which can get me into trouble often. The Level allows me to stand way right, keep the ball in front of me and still be able to make the corner unlike my previous urethane balls. Can't wait to put this one to work in some tournaments coming up!

Cover: RPM Solid Core: Equalizer A.I. RG: 2.59 RG. Diff.: 0.027 Finish: 1000-Grit Abralon Fragrance: Grapple Storm’s new Level is a Solid Symmetrical piece that is good for Medium-Dry Volume patterns. 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. This bowling ball is the groundbreaking debut of the Lab Series. I threw this piece on a Fresh 43’ house pattern. Out of Box ball motion started in the mids with a smooth backend reaction through the pins. I compared this to the IQ Tour 78/U and Tropical Surge Purple-Navy. IQ 78/U was 5-5 right. Started earlier in the mids with an ok backend reaction. Tropical Surge Purple-Navy was similar line but was smoother through the fronts with a little more on the backend. This piece fits between the two pieces I compared them too. This will be a good piece to start off a block or game 1. This piece will be good for all types of styles. I think this is the best option if you’re not a fan like I am of urethane. Check Out the Ball motion Video on my YouTube Page: https://youtube.com/shorts/1FaRjjeCPvk?feature=share

I dilled the new Storm Level 4.5x4x2. Normally id drill urethane balls a bit stronger, but since this isn't a urethane ball I used a "reactive" layout on it. I recently used this ball at a tournament on a short pattern and it didn't disappoint! The level hooks significantly more than the pitch black, so if your revs match up well with your speed, or you're speed dominant this ball will work wonders for you. The all-new RPM cover allows the oil to be absorbed to give you the same consistent motion each shot, unlike urethane that doesn't absorb oil. This ball gets a 10/10 from me!

The Lab Series from Storm is going to be precise ball motions and countless hours of R&D and it completely shows with the all new Level. Featuring the RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix) Solid cover and the Equalizer AI core, that has an RG of 2.59 and diff of 0.027. I drilled mine 4 x 1 and this ball is very very special. It starts up as quick as urethane but continues more in the back similar reactive resin. Ive throw this ball for quite some time now and I would say this will be either a ball to start the block with or to use just urethane to create more shape down lane. If you aren’t a fan of urethane or struggle to shape it down lane, then the Level is the perfect ball for you.

900 Global iconic Zen line is back in 2025 with the all new Zen25. It features the brand new RB 83 Pearl cover and the trusted Meditate Core with AI technology added. I drilled mine 5 x 3 and WOW the Zen is back. The Zen25 reminds me of a combination of the original Zen and the Zen Gold Label. It is as strong as the Zen but clean as the Gold Label was. Compared to the Phaze AI, it is cleaner with more of an angular motion down lane as the Phaze is more rounded. If you are looking to open up the lane and watch the something create a ton of angle down lane, then look no farther than the Zen25.