Storm Ion Pro Pearl

I can say without a shadow of a doubt that the Ion Pro Pearl not only smells amazing but it also destroys the pins. I decided to use it at the youth/adult tournament and the ball did not disappoint. I was able to play a little more left then I normally would to start and then as the games progressed I was able to move a little right and it had plenty of hold during game 3. During the second squad I was able to start with this ball around the same area I finished the first set, which was a pleasant surprise. I decided to get out of the ball and that was a bad idea, 3 shots later I was back in the ball and made a 7 board move left with my feet, 3 with my target and I didn’t look back from there. Outside of a couple bad shots by me, the ball had no issue recovering and never stopped driving through the pins.

The Ion Pro Pearl was probably the ball I was most excited about, mainly because of how much success I've had with the Ion Pro Solid. The Solid has been one of my favorites because of its versatility, predictable motion, and how well it continues through the pins. After throwing the Pearl, I can confidently say it has lived up to my expectations. It gives me a cleaner reaction through the fronts with a little more shape downlane compared to the Solid, while still maintaining that control and predictability I've come to love from the Ion Pro line. One thing I really like is that the Pearl comes with surface already on it, since I typically end up adding surface to most of my pearl equipment anyway. I feel like this gives it a great combination of control, length, and continuation right out of the box. The Pearl complements the Solid extremely well, and with how much success I've had with this line, I can already see this becoming an extremely useful and versatile piece in my bag.

Right Hand - 15.5 mph down lane, 335 +/-, PAP 4.75, 1/2 up. I have bowled on a house shot with this ball at Bowlero Edmond, OK. and a modified shot at Frontier Lanes, Cushing, OK. Out of the box 10/21, I shot 225, 236, 279. Bowled a 6 game sweeper on 10/25 and ended at +180, Next day on 10/26 I went 212, 279, 298. Couldn't execute in the 10th on the last two games. #throwitbetter This ball really likes the lanes when it begins to open up! Probably would have shot a couple of 800 series if I would have used a different ball on the fresh but I wanted to see what it could do. I am still satisfied with the results. So, when your strong equipment begins to read too early, it would be a good time to switch to the ION Pro Pearl. I am a big fan of the ION Max but was on the fence with the ION Pro Solid. However, this Pearl is has caught my attention from the get go. The ION Pro Pearl is what every league and tournament bowler needs in their bags. A ball that goes through the fronts, keeps it under control in the middle, and gives it a stronger move when it reaches the breakpoint. The 4K grit gives it useful combo of length, midline, and strong backend. I am able to use the ION Pro Pearl all 3 games but want to get another one and try it with 2K. It could potentially be a benchmark ball! Thanks for reading! Mike Walker

ION PRO Pearl - Ball Specs Cover Stock: NRG Pearl Finish: 4000 Grit Abralon Core: Element Tour A.I. Core RG: 2.47 Differential: 0.035 Intermediate Diff: 0.014 Review Storm’s Ion Pro line is growing with the Ion Pro Pearl. The Ion Pro has the NRG Pearl cover wrapped around the Element Tour AI Core designed to excel on medium oil patterns. Ion Pro Pearl will perfectly compliment the Ion Pro Solid by giving players that predictable lane read with the solid stops turning the corner. For a low to mid rev player this ball will allow to move left in games two and three without overreaction. This is a great ball for all levels of bowlers. 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

Ion Pro Pearl 5x4.25x3.5. The Element Tour AI Core that was in the original Ion Pro along with the NRG Pearl Reactive coverstock that is on the Ion Max Pearl. I can see myself using this ball on a variety of patterns and at different points in the block. I think it is very versatile and will be great for all different types of players. The stronger cover allows it to dig in the oil and it is not too responsive off of the friction. I love that it comes out of the box at 4k without polish. This one is super smooth for a Pearl but has plenty of kick in the back. I was able to open my angles without fearing that it would bail. I think this ball will find its way in my bag for all different patterns and I can't wait to throw it more. Get yours 11/6 at your local Storm VIP Pro Shop #stormnation

Storm Ion Pro Pearl NRG Pearl Coverstock wrapped around the Element Tour AI Core. I drilled mine 4.5 x 4.5 x 4.25, and this ball is a must-have in any bowler’s bag! The Ion Pro Pearl gets down the lane with ease and provides a strong, yet smoother backend motion. Compared to my Gremlin Tour-X, the Ion Pro Pearl is a bit earlier and provides more overall ball motion. I see myself using this ball on longer patterns as the lanes begin to transition, or anytime I need to ball up from my GTX.