Author Topic: Ion Max (Read 7503 times)

BallReviews-scodaddy21 · « **on:** September 27, 2024, 09:51:55 AM »

Unleash unparalleled power with the Storm Ion Max bowling ball! Building on the success of the iconic Ion Pro, the Ion Max elevates your game with over 50% more flare potential, making it perfect for heavy oil patterns. The innovative Element Max A.I. Core, enhanced with an additional weighted disk, provides exceptional torque and control, while the low RG asymmetrical design maximizes performance. The NRG Solid coverstock ensures a strong, consistent reaction across all lane conditions, from shiny and smooth to dull and rough. Plus, its bold, eye-catching design makes a striking statement on the lanes. With its advanced technology and versatile performance, the Ion Max is an essential addition to any bowler's toolkit, ready to help you dominate any condition all season long!

Color: Neon Pink/Indigo/White
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Element Max A.I. Core Asymmetrical (14-16#)
Coverstock: NRG Solid Reactive
Finish: 2000-grit Abralon
RG: 2.47 (based on 15# ball)
Differential: 0.055 (based on 15# ball)
Length: Early
Hook Potential: High
Recommended Lane Condition: Heavy Oil
Fragrance: Strawberry Milkshake

caseyccg · « **Reply #16 on:** November 28, 2024, 12:17:57 PM »

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 Ion Max is simply the biggest hooking ball on the market. The Gem USED to be. The Ion Max takes over that spot! They modded the Ion Pro core and made the Max core STRONG. And they put the NRG Solid cover on it, which makes it strong but not too early and slow. NRG is not the strongest cover, but combined with this core it out hooks any ball I’ve thrown.

I drilled a pin up and a pin down one and I like them both, the pin down one is the more usable one as it flares less. With the flip block on the bottom of the weight block I saw the Max make a more defined move downlane! Some of the single density weight blocks don’t change direction hard enough for me, and the Max solves that problem. If you want a strong solid with a little pop downlane, the Max is a no brainer!

mgross · « **Reply #17 on:** December 05, 2024, 03:17:18 PM »

The Storm Ion Pro Max is a true powerhouse. With its NRG Solid coverstock and upgraded AI asymmetrical core, it offers incredible traction, a strong midlane read, and continuous backend motion in heavy oil conditions. The Ion Pro Max thrives on medium to heavy oil while remaining versatile and adaptable to surface adjustments.

Perfect for all styles—high-speed, high-rev, or balanced players—this ball delivers exceptional pin action and consistent control. For those seeking maximum hook potential and versatility, the Ion Pro Max stands out as a top-tier choice and is a great addition to my bag!

Jdonner111 · « **Reply #18 on:** December 05, 2024, 03:37:16 PM »

About Me:
Joel Donner
SPI Pro Shop Staff Member
Left Handed: High Rev High Speed Player
Layout: 5 X 5 X 2
Pap: - 47/8 +1
Rev Rate: +-500
Speed 17-18mph

Ball Video: https://youtu.be/6Sm6aQktH-8

The ION Max has quickly become my favorite solid bowling ball. Its controllability, versatility, and predictability are outstanding. I believe the ION Max will be a go-to option for heavy oil conditions, allowing bowlers to use it for extended periods without needing to reach for another ball. The hitting power of this ball is impressive. I haven't experienced this many messengers in a long time. With the advanced AI technology, it almost feels like using a "cheater" ball. We filmed the ION Max on a 39-foot flat pattern, the ION Max performed exceptionally well, making the lane conditions look as if we were bowling on a house shot. The ION Max is a ball that is going to stay in my bag for a very long time and I will be buying a few more. The ION Max is by far and away the best solid ball that I've ever thrown. If I were you I would run and not walk to your nearest pro shop and get yours today.

Joel Donner
SPI Pro Shop Staff Member
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Bigmike · « **Reply #19 on:** December 10, 2024, 10:36:07 AM »

I drilled my ION MAX up with a 65 X 4.5 X 35 layout. I primarily used it with the box finish at 2000 but let it lane shine to approx. 4700.

This one to me was comparable to the X-CELL, SUBLIME FOCUS, & GEM. The ION MAX had a much stronger and earlier motion to me than the FOCUS. It was right with the GEM as far as grab and early read on the lanes and at times looked like a carbon copy of the GEM. The X-CELL was slightly longer but mine also was a pin down layout. The color scheme is crazy and was tough to pick up the rotation at times but this one hooks. I will be interested if SPI will put this in a pearl cover or put the ION PRO out in a solid cover since it is a much milder core.

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