Storm has introduced a groundbreaking innovation following the success of revered models like the !Q Tour and Phaze II. Enter the Storm Ion Pro, Storm Bowling's inaugural asymmetric benchmark ball. It sets a new standard for reliability, offering balanced performance across various lane conditions. Versatile and adaptable, it empowers bowlers to fine-tune their game without the need for multiple balls. With its inclusive design catering to every style and approach, the Ion Pro is a must-have addition to any bowler's arsenal. The Element Tour A.I. Core showcases a unique stacked ellipse design, positioning smaller ellipses at the ends of the X-axis and the widest ellipse at the central point of the Y-axis. Diverging from the cavity designs seen in the Crux™ and Absolute™, this configuration amplifies the dynamic shifts between different layouts. By centralizing mass with a focus on the largest ellipse at the ball's geographic center, the Element Tour A.I. Core achieves a lower RG, making it one of Storm's most strikingly low RG asymmetrical designs to date. In contrast to typical asymmetric weight blocks, where the thinnest portion generating asymmetry lies close to the Y-Axis, the Element employs a stairstep asymmetry approach. Despite the widest part being at the Y-Axis, each subsequent ellipse, though narrower, is offset, intensifying the asymmetry with every step. Finding a coverstock as dependable and adaptable as TX-16 is a challenge in itself. Initially introduced through the Phaze™ II, TX-16 has instilled unwavering confidence in bowlers worldwide over the years. In this hybrid rendition, it combines length and durability, offering a level of versatility that's seldom matched. The Ion Pro sets out to redefine the very essence of "benchmark" in bowling.

Color: Navy/Carbon/Steel
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Element Tour A.I. Core (14-16#)
Coverstock: TX-16 Hybrid Reactive
Finish: 4000-grit Abralon
RG: 2.47 (based on 15# ball)
Differential: 0.035 (based on 15# ball)
Length: Long
Hook Potential: Medium
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium to Heavy Oil
Fragrance: Kiwi Tart

Storm Ion Pro Ball Review by PJ Haggerty

The Ion Pro is the latest addition to the Premier line at Storm.  After drilling an Ion Pro and having success with it, I consider this my “benchmark” ball.  It’s not too strong, not too clean, not too early, and not too responsive.  It’s essentially, everything you’d want in a benchmark ball.  With an RG of 2.47 but a differential of .035, this tells us that the ball wants to read the lane early, but it’s not going to flare a lot.  If you ever drilled the extremely popular IQ from Storm, it had a similar differential and was widely successful.

When comparing it to the IQ, the Ion Pro is made to be stronger and provide a quicker response time.  I’ve drilled one so far and really like it.  I’ve mapped it out as 5.5 x 5 x 2.  This puts the pin near my bridge and the mass bias just to the right of my thumb.  It rolls exactly as described up above.  It’s not too much of any one motion, but just simply, predictable.  I’ve been able to use it mainly on short-medium patterns, but it’s definitely earned a spot in my bag. 

If you’re missing one of those benchmark pieces in your bag that you can rely on to see what type of pattern you’re competing on, I’d drill an Ion Pro!

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[BALL SPECS
Pin Length: 3 - 4 
Starting Top Weight: 2.9 oz
Ball Weight: 15
 
DRILL PATTERN
4.5x5.5x2.5

Pin over the ring finger
 
BOWLER STYLE:  RH - Stroker
Rev Rate:  380-420
Ball Speed: 15-16
PAP/Track:  PAP:  5 13/16” and 1/2" up
 
SURFACE PREP
Box Finish: Reacta gloss
BALL MOTION
 R2S Deep is cleaner through the front compared to the flagship R2S formula. This yields a more aggressive It’s difficult to find another coverstock as reliable and flexible as TX-16. First established by the Phaze™ II, TX-16 has been inspiring confidence in bowlers around the world for years. In this hybrid version, it marries length with strength to create versatility on a level rarely seen. The Ion Pro was designed to redefine what “benchmark” truly means. Shape to the pocket with more overall angle through the pins.
 COMMENTS
I drilled this ball pin up with my favorite drilling It’s a strong ball but very clean through the front part of the lane for me. I love this ball but it does hook I put 2000 surface with an abralon pad to give me a better reaction. This is the first asymmetric benchmark ball ever designed by Storm Bowling

 
Mike Sipple
Storm Amateur Staff
www.stormbowling.com