Storm's The Lab Series represents the pinnacle of bowling ball innovation, crafted for bowlers who demand the absolute best performance. Engineered in a laboratory where boundaries are meant to be broken, the Level is the first release in this groundbreaking series. Every ball in the Lab Series embodies relentless experimentation, meticulous refinement, and the use of revolutionary materials and designs. The standout feature of the Level is the cutting-edge Equalizer A.I. Core, a breakthrough in bowling ball core technology. This unique design combines a tall, low-density weight block with advanced A.I. Core Technology. By carefully engineering the core’s density, the RG (radius of gyration) value is increased, allowing the ball to take longer to respond to friction. Traditionally, low-density cores sacrifice differential, but the Equalizer A.I. Core compensates with innovative cuts in the weight block’s midsection and an elongated shape. This creates a higher total differential than typically seen in cores of similar density and size. The result is one of the smoothest transitioning cores Storm has ever designed—perfect for maintaining a controlled, repeatable reaction as the ball encounters friction. Complementing this revolutionary core is the all-new RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix) Coverstock, a material unlike anything the bowling industry has seen before. RPM offers unmatched flexibility in fine-tuning ball reactions without altering the core formula. This first iteration of RPM was specifically engineered for rapid oil absorption, providing bowlers with a faster yet more controlled response to lane conditions. Unlike traditional coverstocks, RPM breaks the usual correlation between oil absorption and friction: bowlers experience faster oil absorption with reduced overreaction to friction, creating a more predictable motion. Additionally, the proprietary additives in RPM enhance the coverstock’s surface profile, preventing the usual “lane shine” that smooths textured bowling balls over time. This innovation ensures consistent performance and surface integrity, delivering repeatable reactions shot after shot. Bowlers can feel the difference immediately—visit your local Storm VIP Pro Shop to experience it for yourself. Designed without compromise, the Level is perfect for bowlers who believe excellence has no limits. Whether you’re seeking smooth control, sharp angularity, or anything in between, the Lab Series is your gateway to unparalleled performance.

Color: Black
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Equalizer A.I. Core (14-16#)
Coverstock: RPM Solid Reactive
Finish: 1000-grit Abralon
RG: 2.59 (based on 15# ball)
Differential: 0.027 (based on 15# ball)
Length: Middle
Hook Potential: Medium
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium Oil
Fragrance: Grapple

Dual Angle Layout: 55 x 5 x 25
Storm Vector Layout: 5 x 4 3/8 x 1 ¾

The Level features an all-new cover stock material, the RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix), which is wrapped around the Equalizer AI Core.  This ball, in my opinion, is the Storm equivalent to the Hammer NU Blue.  This ball is the perfect bridge between Urethane and Reactive. As someone who struggles to throw Urethane, this ball is exactly what I needed.  When most bowlers are throwing Urethane, I’ll be throwing my Level with similar results. I tried my Level on a few different house shots and the ball seemed to check very early, which is to be expected from a Urethane alternative.  If you’re like me and do not seem to have the revs for urethane then look no further than the Level.

Drilling pattern: 5 x 3
PAP: 4.5 over x 1 up
Pin position: Above and left of middle finger

This ball features a brand new core/cover combination with some pretty cool technology. From my understanding, it’s a urethane-esque shape, but with significant oil absorption instead of oil dragging that you see with a typical urethane bowling ball. That information right there was enough to sell me on the ball. It does come pretty dull, out of the box at 1000 grit, but in the shots that I threw, it didn’t really act like a normal 1000 grit reactive ball. I bowled on a fresh THS and was able to stand much further right than I typically would with any reactive piece and the ball shaped very well. When I was forced to throw urethane, the second I had to move even the slightest bit left I was caught in a 4 pin/flat 10 pin reaction that would get incredibly frustrating. With this, I was able to move left and still watch the ball shape off the dry, and have a very nice rounded motion downlane without running out of steam. Even at a dull surface it still wouldn’t read the lane as early as urethane and maintained energy downlane much better. I can certainly see this being a great piece for sport patterns, the Open Championships, or even for some drier house patterns when swinging the lane isn’t working. A very interesting release from the people at Storm and one I’m looking at using in a plethora of tournaments.

Brent Ritchie
SPI Pro Shop Staff Member

Storm Level Ball Review
Layout-VLS 4x4x1
Surface -1000 Grit Dull
Storm has created a unique ball motion here with the new Level.
The level will bridge the gap between your urethane and reactive bowling balls but with a very smooth ball motion.The level is a reactive ball with a quicker oil absorption rate then your typical urethane balls and maintain its surface grit for a longer period of time.
I compared the Level against the IQ Tour 78/U and the Level was about 3-5 boards stronger with more midlane motion than the 78/U.
I feel like the Level will be a great on those shorter oil patterns or on those wet/dry house patterns.
For me the Level will be a great option will my 78\U isn’t enough or when I still want urethane shape but not ready for my bigger symmetrical solids.
Attached below is my YouTube Ball Video
https://youtu.be/CT624TDxBqI?si=WW9u_N_g2Wz2aqQa

Storm has created a new line called the LAB series.  The first ball in the Lab line is called the LEVEL.
All new Equalizer A.I. Core wrapped with a new RPM Solid Reactive coverstock. This ball is not urethane thus does not require to have 78 hardness. High RG (2.59) and low Diff (.027) I drilled mine with a strong layout of 4 x 4 x 2.  I am a tweener player these days and when using urethane I cannot create shape or area like the higher rev bowlers.  So the Level is perfect for my bowling style.  I reminds me of the older 1980-90's urethane motion.  I compared the Level against my Zen U on a house shot.  The level to me was about 6-7 boards stronger than the Zen U.  The level had more motion down lane at the breakpoint. Where with the Zen U I had to play much straighter.  I have drilled a few for local bowlers and they all tell me the same thing.
Smooth and Controllable!  I feel like I have a better chance of success on the shorter sport patters now where before I would struggle with my ball roll.  I also think the more surface added the better for me to help create some miss room.  Plus the coverstock is unique as it does not absorb oil!  Great Addition to the Storm line.  Can't wait to see the next ball in the LAB series.

Brian Watson
PAP 4 1/8 up 1 1/8
RPM 400
TILT -17
MPH 16

Emerson Lanes - Brunswick Pro Anvil lane
House pattern 43 Ft
Kegel 39Ft pattern

The Level is a unique ball designed to be clean and controllable. It is high RG with low differential designed for the fresh and to keep your angles tight and up the lane. I find this ball to be ideal for fresh conditions and when I want to take the lane out of it on house. I will play in the dry portion of the lane to optimize carry. I have found that if I am a little firm or too much in the oil my carry percentage goes down. If I play more in the friction and the shape is there this ball is very good. I drilled mine pin down for additional cleanliness and to keep my lane play further to the right and up the lane. I have used this ball when I find the lanes  cliffed and my stronger balls playing left to right are not carrying. This is a great option to have when opting for control and not looking to create big angles. Also, I can see this being very friendly on shorter sport conditions when control is paramount. This will give a cleaner shape than urethane with more angle through the pins yet still providing plenty of control.

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Coverstock - RPM (Regenerative Polymer Matrix) Solid
Finish - 1000-grit Abralon
Core - Equalizer A. I. Core
RG - 2. 59
Differential -  .027
The new Storm Level is first ball in the newly formed Storm Lab Series Line. The Equalizer A.I. Core is a high RG, Low differential core, similar to most urethane cores, wrapped with the brand-new RPM Solid cover, that is predictable and smooth. For me, the Level is the perfect fit between Urethan and traditional resin. When throwing urethane starts to read the lane too early, or just not enough down lane, the Level really shines. IT still picks up earlier than resin, so you can still play similar line as Urethane, but with just a little more motion on the end to get out those flat 10’s. Where this ball really helps me, is on those tricky over/under league conditions. The ball helps me go more direct, but doesn’t overreact off the dry, but picks up enough when you get in oil, but still has enough to finish strong.

The Level is Storm’s entry into the Urethane-like category.  Storm has done a great job describing the reaction of the Level without actually using the word “Urethane.”  The Level is designed as a reactive control piece and it’s very good at that.  It’s part of Storm’s all new SPI Lab Series of balls, with the new RPM Solid reactive coverstock and the new Equalizer core.  The coverstock absorbs oil very quickly - if you go to throw a spare, you’ll still see some oil on the surface, but going back fro the next frame, it’s gone - very un-urethane like.  The RG for the ball is extremely high - 2.60 in the 14 pound version I’m throwing, and a relatively low differential that sits square between the Pitch Black and the iQ Tour. 

Layout:  4 x 4 x 2

My Specs -
Speed - 16 mph,
Rev Rate - 315. 
PAP 5 1/8 x 7/8 Up.