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Towne N Country All Stars Doubles Point System Overview, 2024-2025
Here's an overview of the points system for the TNC All-Stars Doubles for the 2024-2025 Season
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Видео
Storm Ion Pro - Unedited
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This is the raw, unedited footage for the full review video available at ruclips.net/video/Soa3P7R5Unk/видео.html
Roto Grip X Cell vs Attention Star
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Roto Grip X Cell vs Attention Star
Storm Lightning Blackout vs Storm The Road
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Storm Lightning Blackout vs. Storm The Road
Hustle X-Ray vs Tropical Surge Purple-Navy
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you may see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, both the Hustle X-Ray and Tropical Surge Purple-Navy are 14 pounds. Every spring, like clockwork, the Hustle line gets refreshed with a couple new balls. This year is no exception. The Hustle X-Ray is a solid version of the ...
Roto Grip Hustle BRY vs Storm Electrify GO
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you may see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, the Hustle BRY is 14 pounds and the Electrify GO is 15 pounds. Every spring, like clockwork, the Hustle line gets refreshed with a couple new balls. This year is no exception. The Hustle BRY is a hybrid version of the classi...
Storm The Road vs Hy-Road
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, I this video, I am using a 14 pound The Road and comparing it to a brand new 2024 pour 14 pound original Hy-Road. Storm has released another ball in the classic "Road" lineup. The original Hy-Road was released in 2008 with its core dating to balls all the way back to 1997! The Road changes the coverstock to the REX Hybrid Reactive and finis...
Storm DNA Coil vs Storm DNA
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you will see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, the DNA Coil is 14 pounds and the original DNA is 15 pounds. Storm has released the second ball in the DNA line stateside. The original DNA was released in 2023 with the new EXO Solid Reactive coverstock and Supercoil core....
Roto Grip Optimum Idol vs Shiny Optimum Idol
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Take a look at the Roto Grip Optimum Idol compared to the Roto Grip Optimum Idol that's got a light coat of polish on it. Roto Grip has re-released the original Idol and added the AI outer core technology first found in the Storm Summit. The Roto Grip Attention Star was the first ball in the Roto Grip line to get the AI Outer Core treatment, and the Optimum Idol wasn't far behind. I've switched...
Roto Grip Attention Star vs Exotic Gem
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you will see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, the Attention Star is 14 pounds and the Exotic Gem is 15 pounds. The Attention Star is the latest addition to Roto Grip's HP4 lineup and is the first ball in the Attention lineup to be offered in the United States. There ha...
900 Global Xponent Pearl vs Original Xponent Solid
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you will see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, the Xponent Pearl is 14 pounds and the original Xponent Solid is 15 pounds. The Xponent Pearl has joined the original Xponent Solid in the 900 Global 700 series. Designed for medium oil, the Xponent Pearl is great when the ...
900 Global Harsh Reality vs Eternity Pi
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I have recently made the switch to 14 pound equipment, in the short term, you will see a mix of videos featuring 14 pound balls compared to 15 pound balls. In this instance, the Harsh Reality is 14 pounds and the Eternity Pi is 15 pounds. The Harsh Reality is the replacement for the original Reality that has been a staple in tournament bags around the country since it was released in January 20...
Storm Absolute Power vs DNA
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The Storm Absolute Power joins Storm's Premiere line of balls, a solid asymmetric ball, so I chose to compare it to the other solid asymmetric ball in the Storm lineup. The R2S Deep Solid reactive really shows its R2S roots, as it is much longer and more angular in the backend than the DNA. Storm Absolute Power (15 lbs) Coverstock: R2S Deep Solid Reactive Core: Sentinel Asymmetric Core Box Fini...
Storm Summit Peak vs Original Summit
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Storm Summit Peak vs Original Summit
Storm iQ Tour 78U vs Storm iQ Ruby vs 900 Global ZenU
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Storm iQ Tour 78U vs Storm iQ Ruby vs 900 Global ZenU
900 Global Sublime vs Storm Summit
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900 Global Sublime vs Storm Summit
Storm Journey vs Storm Fate - The Ball Tracers are Back!
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Storm Journey vs Storm Fate - The Ball Tracers are Back!
Roto Grip TNT Infused vs Roto Grip Duo
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Roto Grip TNT Infused vs Roto Grip Duo
Storm Virtual Energy Blackout vs Dark Code Comparison
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Storm Virtual Energy Blackout vs Dark Code Comparison
Roto Grip Tour Dynam-X vs..... Tour Dynam-X?!?
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Roto Grip Tour Dynam-X vs..... Tour Dynam-X?!?
Storm's strongest symmetric Summit vs Fate vs Duo
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Storm's strongest symmetric Summit vs Fate vs Duo
The X-Cell looks really good off of your hand and i like the fact that you can move inside and the ball still holds to the pocket. What type of bowler would you recommend this ball for? I also throw a 14lb but, with two fingers, no thumb. Thanks for the review and ball comparison.
It is going to be good for a number of different styles of bowlers, lower rev strokers will be able to get good ball motion with straighter angles. The big concern I would have with a no thumb bowler is speed - which is one of the hardest things to get when bowling with no thumb. If you are speed-rev matched, the X-Cell could be great. If you're extremely rev dominant, I think you'll run into some issues with the ball hooking too much too early with the box surface. You may have to adjust up to a 4000 grit or a light coat of polish to get the ball down the lane a bit further.
Wow, I finally found a ball reviewer who throws the ball like I do. It seems like everyone else throws BIG revs which I don't. And I am also throwing 14 pounds so that seals the deal. I am going to check out all your past vids and of course I have subscribed. Thank you!
Great to hear! I’m glad you found me!
Would the ion pro be a good 2nd ball if I have a lightning blackout. Started to bowl again after 15 year layoff and only have a lightning blackout. League play house shot only.
The Ion Pro will have less overall hook than the VEBO and a completely different shape, so it would definitely complement the VEBO.
How would this ball compare to a phaze 2, ion pro, and absolute power for league play. What other 2 balls would you choose to compliment tjis for league house shot.
A lot of it depends on your game and how you like to shape the ball. From a balancing perspective, if you’ve got a VEBO, you’ll probably want something a little stronger - something that digs into the oil earlier for times that the VEBO slides too long. I’m a big fan of the Absolute Power, you would have a different shape and a bit more overall hook. I would look for a symmetrical piece below it - i would look for something with a higher RG like the Road or Hy-Road.
How does this compare to the ion pro and phase II? For leauge play house shot is this good for the first game.
Is it good for the first game? As much as everyone hates to hear it, it depends. It depends on your style and the house you’re bowling in. As a general rule, yes, it would help you dig through the oil in the first game and help you control the back ends. I haven’t thrown the Optimum Idol in direct comparison of them but there are some significant differences. While they all have very similar RG values, the Differential on the Ion Pro is much lower than the Idol. The Phaze 2 is less than three Idol, but much closer. The Microtrax coverstock on the Idol is much stronger coverstock than the TX-16 cover (Hybrid on the Ion Pro and Solid on the Phaze 2)
Phase 2 all day
Would you recommend this for low rev,low speed bowler
It depends, how low speed and how low revs? What types of balls have you had success with?
Wow, I'm glad I came across your channel. Of all the ball reviewers, your form is the closest to my game, but much more refined and consistent. Excited to follow and see what matches up with you best.
Welcome aboard! Glad you found me!
How do you make the track line on the lane?
They’re painstakingly done manually during video editing using Adobe After Effects. Learned how to do them by watching videos on how to create ball tracers for golf videos. I think they add quite a bit to the video.
Agreed, thanks! I have been using Inshot, and I had not tried using that program. My asking centers around training. I intend to trace my strike roll. Then, use the rinse and repeat method to improve my eye target training. Thanks again!
Good comparison - i wish I could see the box finish for the Attention Star. My attention star used to jump off the friction, but it has really calmed down.. Debating surface
You're correct, I didn't refresh the surface on the Attention Star. I haven't altered the surface at all, but the surface has definitely changed through lane shine through use. As a polished ball lane shines, it will typically get more traction in oil than it does with a fresh surface. If you're looking to get the snap back into your Attention Star, a quick resurface and finish with Step 2 or Reacta Gloss will get that back.
@@AlmostPerfectionWV interesting - thanks for letting me know… I was thinking of putting surface on it but that is a constant battle I’m not really interested in doing every 3-5 games
@@whitehh15 I like the reaction I get out of the Attention Star and where it fits n my bag, so I haven't considered putting surface on it. If you do put surface on it.- say 3000 grit, it will cause it to hook earlier and definitely not jump off the friction like it does out of the box. Getting it back to box surface with a sand and polish should definitely get you a lot more than 3-5 games.
Where do you put this ball in your bag? Can you throw this on a house pattern game 1?
@@jbin2756 I think you can throw the attention star on anything. It's very versatile - it I could only bring 1 ball, it would be the attention star. I know some people do consider it a ball down from something really strong first game, but I'm happy to adapt and play a slightly different angle to get the result I want
Nice video sir. All i throw is Storm question right now i only throw symmetric stuff Phase 2,Zen ,Zen Soul,Phase 5,Hy Roads. Got a ton more. The last asym i had was Dark Code this Dna Coil looks nice.
@anthonydorazio9650 I would definitely look at getting an asymmetric ball in your bag just to give you a slightly different look. I'd work with the Pro Shop Operator at a Storm VIP Pro Shop to match you up to the best asymmetric for your game. The DNA coil is a great choice for a lot of bowlers!
@AlmostPerfectionWV Yes both my guys in the pro shop storm staffers.😁👍🫵
Great shots. Do you do coaching out there in Nitro? I'd really like to work with someone to cleanup my approach and gain a little more consistency. My net average across the 2 fall leagues and my current summer league is around 220ish in Parkersburg.
We've been staying so busy working in the shop, it's been tough to get out to the lanes for much organized coaching sessions.
Just started bowling this year and currently throw 14. Really liking the comparisons as I’m considering adding new equipment, thanks!
Great to hear that you're finding the videos helpful!
Do you like the 14 lb hy-road better than 15 lb? I see the specs are a little different
I don't actually see a huge difference between the 14 and 15 in the real world. The core numbers between the 14 and 15 aren't huge, just 0.01 RG, which is insignificant. There's 0.009 difference in differential, which puts them both in the medium flare category, although at opposite ends. The big difference in the Hy-Roads is between the 15 and 16 pound versions with a 0.05 RG difference and a 0.012 difference in the differentials.
@@AlmostPerfectionWV I also prefer 14lb balls. I actually have a 13lb I bought used by accident and it strikes as well as a 15 without any deflection.
impressively consistent release
Thank you!
Great video and awesome review! 👍
Thank you!
Great review. New subscriber.
Thanks for the sub!
I'd Be curious to see this video with the IQ Tour also reviewed. Good Job on the video.
Thank you! Unfortunately, I haven’t picked up an IQ Tour solid since I moved to 14 pounds yet.
I’m around a 300 rev guy. Curious how fast do u throw ur ball. I’m around 14 mph
I’m usually around 16.5 odd my hand, which would put most balls in the 14.5 to 15 range at the pins, where most scoring systems read the speed.
I'm really enjoying your reviews. Keep up the good work!
Thanks!
Man u are good. Love watching u throw the ball. 😊
Thank you!
Excellent job!
Thank you very much!
Thanks for the review. I attended a clinic there last year with Mike Shady. I'll be considering purchasing these 2 balls.
That’s great! We try to get Mike to come down once a year or so. He’s an amazing coach! Thursday night, I shot 244 with the Hustle X-Ray in game 3. Definitely a great ball to have around.
I have the L-BO I hit it with 3000 pad and re polished it with tru cut polish and that has given me more miss room than the Reacta Gloss!
Love the tracers great video 👏
Great! Glad to hear you like them. They’re a ton of extra work, but I think they’re quite helpful.
Good comparison, I have the Road but from your perspective do you think they're too close to have both in the bag?
REX pearl and a 0.029 differential on the Lightning Blackout, REX Hybrid and a 0.045 differential on The Road on both 14 and 15 pounds. Probably not a big enough difference in a 4 ball bag, but maybe a 6, especially if you change the surface on one of them. I have hit the Lightning with a used 2000 pad to scuff up the polish a bit and really do like it. It does give it a bit of a different shape and makes a bigger difference between the two.
Next time I’m up visiting family in Princeton I’m gonna have to swing by and check out those lanes!
About an hour and a half from Princeton, but definitely worth the drive if you have the time!
Man your Road looks good. Mine i can’t get to hook in rite spot. What surface do u have on it. Should i resurface mine. Maybe 6 games on it. Thanks
I've left it at box surface but it probably has 40-45 games on it by now. If I see reaction like you're talking about, I'll resurface it down to 1000 grit, and refinish with Step 2 or Smooth Edge. I'm not a huge fan of ReactaGloss, but always give the ball a shot at box surface before adjusting anything.
Were you standing in the same spot dor both balls? How far right did the Surge line up vs the Hustle?
I tried to stay in the same area for comparison purposes. If I was bowling for scoring, I would have been 5-6 right with the Surge. Typically with the Hustle, I was sliding on 23, laydown on 18, 13 at the arrows, 8 at the breakpoint. I did move deeper with the Hustle that I would not have been able to do with the Surge. The Surge for the video, I just tightened up the line a bit and was sliding on 21-22, 17 laydown, 13 at the arrows with a breakpoint around 10. Very susceptible to flat 10s with my rev rate from there. Moving right and keeping the ball in front of me is where the Surge can shine.
Ordered a purple navy surge today. First low end ball I’ve purchased since I’ve started bowling more seriously. Definitely a play right ball for sure
Like you content but lighten up on the background music.
The Optimum Idol is a dangerous ball. I’ve been racking up 250+ games since I got it a month ago.
Thinking about this ball. Need something that holds the line without bellying out.
Depends on what you’re bowling on and what you’re using now. Unless you’re somewhat speed dominant, The Road is going to still need a little bit of room. Comparing to something like the Absolute Power, DNA Coil, or Summit Peak, you definitely wouldn’t have to give it as much room.
Some feedback: I love metal. Great track. Keep it as an intro. But very distracting over the voiceover. If the story/info is good, it doesn't need a soundtrack.
Thanks for the feedback… Unfortunately the audio track needed to be a little bit louder than normal because of the music in the center when I did the videos this time. I was able to edit some out in post production, but some of the music still came through. If I didn’t cover the center’s music up, the whole video could have been muted. I usually try to get the videos when they can turn the music off for me, but couldn’t this time.
I don't know who Patrick Dombroski is, but I thought it was funny lol
Thank you! Patrick Dombrowski is a PBA bowler who regularly posts videos on social media tripping 4 pins. In fact, when he posts videos without trip 4s, people want to know why. Some of his recent accomplishments are back-to-back Regional Player Invitational titles in 2023 and 2024 (2022 and 2023 seasons) and a second place finish in the 2024 Masters.
You do very good video, I love your video don't stop
Thank you so much!
Still learning how to deliver, definitely much stronger reaction than my hy-road. All my balls are 14#.
It is a very noticeable difference! Best thing you can do to improve your delivery and release is practice and the summer is a great time to do that.
The letter thing...really?
No, not really.... completely a joke.
I thought it was funny.
@@TheCreycool Thanks! I'm glad my attempt at bringing humor to a video worked!
Put a shine on mine last night rolled a 269 high game and a 694 series. Love my idol
Just bought a Roto-Grip Clone and love the ball. Just like the Idol, it was straighter. Took the shine down with a 2000 grit pad and got more hook through medium oil conditions. By the third game in league play it starts to forget how to hook.
So, how do we deal with such situation? Do we change balls? Throw straight?
I’m getting a Idol, i like the shine or no shine good for me
Got my eternity pi detoxed yesterday after about 80 games, and it lost 3 ounces of oil weight. It started to leave a lot of ten pins after carrying everything, so I weighed it, and it was 15lb 3oz. Back to 15 lb on the dot after detox.
U can't b striking on every shot
yo chemistry seems to be lit ...anyway its was a decent episode ..prodution gets better every time
The ball tracer really helps a lot!
And what were your thoughts about the change?
Ball tracer is a good addition to the ball review. Keep'em 👍
Thanks for the feedback! They’re a lot of extra work but I think it helps so much with the comparison.
New to the channel. I know you don’t say much but maybe a little about are you having to change your release a little as you move around the lanes. Thanks and appreciate the videos 👍
These to balls will pair good together I'm told correct? Which is best on fresh and dry? And what's best layout for lower speed like 14 15 and lower revs maybe 250 300 tops
The Summit is a much stronger (hooks earlier) ball and will hook more overall. I should have pointed out in the video that the Summit is lane shined - I’ve touched up the surface, but it was my go-to ball all summer and the Exponent was fresh out of the box, so they do look a bit closer to each other in the video than they really are. I would see starting with the Summit then as the lanes transition balling down to the Xponent. As far as layouts go, I have a slightly faster ball speed (16-ish) and slightly higher rev rate (325-ish) and I’ve had great success with 5” pin to PAP to help the ball get a bit further down the lane and take a little bit of the flare away. With the slower ball speed, you’d want to look to pin buffers in the 2-3 inch range to slow the transition between the skid-hook-roll phases. I’d definitely have a talk with your PSO about it, he or she should be more familiar with your style and the house you’re bowling in.
And is that a weaker layout?
Yes that layout is on the weaker side. The 5 inch pin puts the core in a more stable position at release, so it will flare a little less. As you can see, I like 5 inch pin to pap measurements - all 3 of those balls are 5 inch pins. Since they’re all symmetric the second number means basically nothing, the third number, the pin buffer I usually keep around 2, but bumped it up to 2.5 on the Summit to slow the transition between the skid, hook, and roll phases.
@AlmostPerfectionWV I'm definitely going to try this layout. I have the fate as well. My ball does not stay on line like yours. Does that ball hooks so much for me? I think my Pso drilled it very aggressive
@@AlmostPerfectionWV and the fate is also a weaker layout as well?
What's your ball speed? Mine is slower end was told people with slow ball speeds cnar throw rhe summit looks pretty good i have about the same revs, maybe a little less
My ball speed typically runs between 16 and 16.5 off my hand, so not the measurement from the scoring system at the pins. That usually reads 1.5 to 2 mph slower.
@@AlmostPerfectionWV oh mine I'd slower then that maybe 14 max