LANE CONDITION

Length: 42ft

Volume: medium

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


COMMENTS

I was so excited when I read about the making of the Code X. Being a huge fan of the Code Black and Red and also loving the R2S solid cover, I couldn't wait. This ball is even better than I expected. Who wouldn't love a Code Black with an IQ Tour cover? I went with a 65*5*45 layout, my standard for almost all my first drills. My initial reaction to this ball when I threw it was that of excitement!! This ball just floats through the front part of the lane so effortlessly. The smooth continuation it has when it reads the middle part of the lane is nothing short of phenomenal. I threw about 6 games with it and as I moved left to stay ahead of the transition this ball never showed any signs of stopping. Its one of the best motions ive ever had from a strong asymmetrical piece. Compared to my SureLock it is not as early and rolly. It definitely continues more down lane but it doesn't handle heavy oil as well as the SureLock. It started up alittle too late when I threw it on a pattern that had aliitle more volume through the front part of the lane. This ball has yet to leave my bag since I drilled it.

Nick Smith
Storm/Roto Grip Amateur Staff

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In the simplest terms, the Code X is the Alpha Crux reborn.  LIke the Code Black and Code Red, it features the R2S coverstock, just in solid form.  This is a weaker cover than the Alpha had, but the core is stronger, delivering more flare and overall torque, which provides the familiar roll, but in a vehicle that’s even more versatile.  Due to the medium strength of the cover, it is usable on a wider range of conditions and is easier down the lane, also providing a bit more downlane shape than the Alpha.  Compared to the Black and Red, the X is several boards stronger than both, as well as firmer on the backend than the Red, but not quite as sharp as the Black.  The math is very simple on the Code X, R2S + RAD4 = X, which to me is one of the simplest yet most effective formulas in bowling.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBMn10MIudU

Drilled the Storm Code X and wow! This ball has been really special in my hand i have a hard time putting it down. I really liked my Alpha Crux and to see the same type of motion was something i was missing in my bag. The cover is weaker but with a stronger core made a big difference to me allows me to move left more and know this ball will still have energy down lane. If you like the code black and the code red you'll love this bag as a great heavy oil ball.

Storm Code X Bowling Ball
With an intermediate differential that’s higher than any other ball in its line, the intuitive RAD4 Core provides pro shop professionals more fine-tuning possibilities for bowlers of all styles. At over 10% more midlane read than the Code Red, R2S Solid is a chassis that favors heavy oil. It’s a perfect marriage between cover and core machined to precise specifications to achieve optimal performance no matter the condition you throw at it.
Color: Black/Blue/Purple
Coverstock: R2S Solid
Weight Block: RAD4 Core
Factory Finish: 3000 Abralon
Flare Potential: High
Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.50
Differential (Diff): 0.058
Intermediate Differential (Diff): 0.020
Fragrance: Orange Zest
I was very happy to hear that a new “Code” ball was going to be released. The the Code X is the Alpha Crux on steroids. The Code X is the solid version of the Code Black and Code Red, which both had the R2S Coverstock as well.
BOWLER STYLE: RH - Stroker Rev Rate: 380-420 Ball Speed: 15-16 PAP: 4 7/8 right 5/8 up
This ball has everything that the league-to-tournament bowlers could ask for… Hook & Hitting Power! This ball comes out-of-the box at 3000 Abralon, but can easily be changed to the surface desired. I have mine drilled with the pin one inch above the fingers and CG kicked out. On a THS this ball gets down the lane very well for a duller ball and still hits with authority. I was worried that I might have to shine it up a bit, but after seeing it in motion I will not be changing the surface.
Compared to the previous releases from STORM, I found myself to be about five boards right with my feet with the DRIVE and eight right with the SON!Q

Brian Hirsch
Storm - Roto Grip - VISE - Logo Infusion Staff Member

LANE CONDITION

Length:

Volume: Medium

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


The Code X is the third installment in code series bowling balls within the Premier series from Storm.  The Code X uses the Rad4 Core like the Code Red and Code Black but what sets the Code X apart is the Coverstock.  The Cover stock is the legendary solid reactive R2S.  The Code X wants to start out of my hand and motion big time in the mid-lane.  I did not do any surface changes but the Code X will polish and be slightly more angular on the backend.  The layout I used is very similar to the layout I used in a Sure Lock.  The pin is over the bridge with the CG and Mass Bias kicked out with weight hole on mid line at 6 inches.  The dual angle numbers are 40 X 5.5 X 45 and that is based off my pap which is 5 5/8 over and ¾ up, medium ball speed and rev rate around 300.  I threw the Code X and Sure Lock on a fresh house pattern and I was surprised by how much and where the Code X Hooked!  The motion reminded me of the Alpha Crux with a more powerful backend.  The Code X allowed me to open up my angles and just hook it!  The Sure Lock gave me slightly earlier hook but the backend suffered as I moved deeper into the lane.  The Code X was just more powerful in the mid lane and on the backend.  When everything was said and done I was a good arrow left with my feet compared to the Sure Lock and there was no quitting on the backend.  I can see me using the Code X on tighter and / or longer patterns and have the confidence that the Code X was going to HOOK!  The Code X definitely gave the Premier Line a big boost of Hook Power!

Likes: HOOKS

Dislikes:  Have to move my feet to compensate for the hook


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS

Storm Code X         Line: Premier
Core: RAD4 core      Cover: R2S Solid
Finish: 3000 grit       Flare: 6” plus
Layout:  50x5x50
The Storm CODE X is the latest Asymmetric ball added to the Premier Line.  Using the lightweight RAD4 core and the proven R2S solid cover stock allows to add this to an already impressive line from Storm. I got to chance to demo this ball and then drilled one for myself shortly after that. Bowled on 45ft THS a few nights before my car accident, which is why this is a little delayed in getting reviewed by me. Since I am pretty close to a “spinner” I have my drilled with a 5 inch pin to help it get down the lane, which did help compared to my Sure Lock with a 3 ¾” pin layout. Did notice earlier and cleaner movement in the mid-point of the lane then a similar drilled CODE RED, but did save a good bit more energy in the back end for me then the SURE LOCK with notable better pin carry. Matching the core and cover was really a match made in heaven for any bowler that bowls in scratch tournaments and also heavy oil house conditions no matter what surface the lanes are.

Lay out: pin below the bridge, mb 1 inch to the right of the thumb

Condition: 40 ft ths on hpl

This ball is a great addition to my bag. It's a solid with 3000 grit abralon. For me, it doesn't have that sharp break off the back end like the Black or the Red: it's a little smoother but still packs a punch. I generally just try and stay inside in the oil and stay away from the friction of the track area so the ball doesn't decide to hook up early on me. I have found that I can use this ball on a house shot but will usually have to put it away by the third game. This ball is very similar to the Alpha Crux in color scheme but the fragrance is an orange zest. This ball is available now. Go see you local pro shop professional today. Bowl up a storm.