Ball NPS Score: 100.00
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The Storm Phaze A.I. is an evolution in the legendary Phaze line, designed to bring the game-changing performance of the Phaze II, but now with a powerful pearl finish. Engineered for bowlers who demand excellence, the Phaze A.I. combines proven technology with advanced innovations to deliver next-level performance on the lanes. With Storm’s Power Edge Polish, the Phaze A.I. achieves a smooth, high-gloss finish faster than ever, enhancing both grip and glide. The stunning pearlized coverstock not only provides exceptional control but also delivers quick and sharp direction changes, giving bowlers the confidence to tackle any lane condition. At its core, the Phaze A.I. is powered by the revolutionary Velocity A.I. Core. Building on the successful low RG/high differential symmetric design of the original Velocity core, this core maximizes ball dynamics while smoothing out backend reactions. The result is dramatically improved pin carry and enhanced control, offering bowlers a consistent and reliable reaction. Incorporating the highly successful TX-16 technology from the Phaze II, the Phaze A.I. boasts a tacky coverstock that creates a large footprint on the lane, ensuring strong traction through the mid-lane. This ball is designed for bowlers who need power, control, and versatility in one package, making the Phaze A.I. a true game-changer in bowling performance.

Color: Ivory/Anchor/Onyx
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Coverstock: TX-16 Pearl Reactive
Core: Velicity A.I. (14-16#)
Finish: Power Edge
Hook Potential: High
Length: Middle
RG: 2.47 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.053 (15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium Oil
Fragrance: Cherry Vanilla Cupcake

Ball Reviews:

Ion Max:
Asymmetric, strong and designed for heavy oil conditions. The Ion Max with its strong engine will combat the heaviest of oil. Built for the fresh to play on top of it early and slowly migrating in as the transition begins, the Ion Max will be the strongest ball out the bag. This ball can be used with a lot of volume, tighter oil conditions and/or longer oil patterns.

Sublime Focus:
Symmetric and strong. What I like about this ball is the ability to keep my angles tight and up the lane when there is more oil or they are tighter and the stronger asymmetric's are too much ball. For comparison purposes against the other symmetric solids, this  will be earlier than a Phaze 2 and provide a heavier roll smoother roll.

Phaze AI:
The Phaze AI is a throwback to those cleaner angular Storm bowling balls. This ball reminds me of what the UC2 provided with discernible backend motion. This ball will be usable for when the lanes begin to transition, open up and left to right (for righties/reverse for lefties) is needed without losing angle and continuation down lane. This is a great option to have when the solids become too smooth.

Video Review:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwBg2kS4_vg

LANE CONDITION

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COMMENTS

Coverstock: TX-16 Pearl Reactive
Core: Velocity A.I.
Finish: Power Edge
RG: 2.47 (15)
Differential: 0.053 (15)

ME:
Right-Handed Tweener
Speed: 12-13 mph
Rev Rate: 315
Axis Tilt: 14°
Axis Rotation: 74°
PAP: 5 1/8 R 7/8 Up

Ball Layout: Pin In Ring 4 1/2 Pin To Pap 3 Inch Pin Buffer


The newest addition to Storm's Master Line is their latest Phaze. This one Uses a pearl version of the TX-16 cover featured on the Phaze II and adds the Amplified Inertia (A.I.) technology to the Velocity core. The Phaze A.I also features a new finish called power edge.

Storm has chased a ball that really exemplifies what makes the Phaze II great while providing a bit easier length through the front. In previous versions I always felt that they sacrificed a little of the ball motion that makes the phaze II what it is. This time they might have cracked the code.

I tested the Phaze A.I. in league. As I've explained in many of my ball reviews our house has lots of friction worn into the front lane panels and they use a longer, higher volume pattern to attempt to combat the early friction. The problems arise when the front of the lane transitions so much faster than the back. This transition neccessitates a ball which can clear the front but still read in the mid-lane because if it sees the front it will hook in the front and if if doesn't read in the mid-lane it's gonna have difficulty getting back through the tighter back end. All of this can be a nightmare when you're trying to navigate the oil as it breaks down, while finding a way to get your ball to continue through the pins.  The Phaze A.I is hands down the best ball I've used to date in this spot. Game 2 when the lanes start to change it provides a seamless move off of a ball like the Phaze II. It's also very continuous so you can stay in it through the 3rd game without much effort. It's exactly what it needed to be. A little cleaner than the Phaze II through the front, still gives the great consistant mid-lane read and a little more responsive to counteract the increased angle from moving in on the lane.

The Phaze AI should fit with all styles of bowlers very well. The speed dominant guys will love it as the lanes break down and the rev dominant guys will like it everywhere.

Check out my full ball reaction video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/alrkUkHFhRc?si=H8aAHQwpUy7BjI7-

Lonnie Pemberton
Storm Pro Shop Staff
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