BallReviews
General Category => Miscellaneous => Topic started by: thewhiz on March 03, 2017, 05:04:07 PM
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Are the handles on storms 4 ball rollers standard cause I had one once and it was shorter than the roto grip bags. Hard to pull it when you are a taller person.
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There may be a slight difference between the Rolling Thunder and the Streamline, but generally they are the same. At 6ft tall, I find issues with 2-ball rollers, but no issues with 3 or 4 ball rollers.
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I found some differences in the design and quality of the Storm Rolling Thunder 4 ball bag from the Streamline version that made a difference in my buying decision.
They may not make a difference to you.
- RT has 5" sturdier, easier rolling wheels (for pulling up stairs and thru the bowling center and the parking lots.
- the side and front pockets are much larger on the RT and there are more of them.
- the zippers seem to be sturdier and of better quality.
- the bottom section of the RT opens outwards; the Streamline opens sideways.
- the nylon material of the bag itself seems better and more durable on the RT.
Last year I replaced my old Rolling Thunder after 8 years of use and abuse, with a new Rolling Thunder. Even though it was more expensive than any other brand, it was better made, excellent warranty, and my experience with the old one indicated a new one was my best buy. Haven't regretted it yet.
(and, no, I don't get a commission if you buy one. ;) )
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I've owned the Streamline and the Thunder as well. And I've also seen the newer thunder up close....
If it was me, I'll just fork up the extra cash and get the thunder. The newer ones really look sturdy. Compared to my other brand bags, the zipper handles on the storm are bigger and better. I had to buy zipper pullers for my current KR bag. (new model 3 ball roller w/ 4 wheels)
Having bowlers bowling bags sitting close to each other during leagues, the side opening compartments on the streamline became annoying. I had to park my bag away from the settee. I sold both my streamline and Thunder to bowlers struggling financially (college student and new husband/father) dirt cheap.... less than $110 with the thunder used for less than a season and the streamline with new wheel bearings, ball cups, and in really good condition...kinda wish I didn't sell the thunder....
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I have the Rolling Thunder 4 ball bag. The bearings wore out. Called Storm and ordered the new ones. They sent them to me for free. Good for another 10 years.
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I have had both. Don't sell the streamline short. Both have advantages and disadvantages. The RT is overall sturdier and has more pockets. I didn't need all the pockets. The solid handles on the bottom bag adds a couple of inches in width to the bag, which seem to get caught when walking through the concourse and around corners. The strap type of handles on the Streamline do not. The RT was a great bag, but the extra with was a nuisance. The front opening on the bottom bag is ok, if you don't have anything in the pocket. If the pocket is full, then the bottom bag doesn't want to open and it is tough getting the balls out. I prefer the side opening on the bottom. It is cheaper and I haven't had any real issues with either bag. Like balls, it is all in your preference.