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Phaze A.I.
« on: October 18, 2024, 09:30:26 AM »
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

 

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Re: Phaze A.I.
« Reply #31 on: December 31, 2024, 12:26:25 AM »
LANE CONDITION

Length: 44'

Volume: 27 ml

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


COMMENTS

The Velocity core in the Phaze series is the next ball to get the AI Outer Core treatment.  The TX-16 pearl coverstock is a pearl version of the coverstock from the Phaze II and debuted in 2023 on the Journey, but they added one big surprise - the all new Power Edge polish!  The Phaze AI is exactly what you’d expect from a pearl version of the Phaze II, it has a strong mid-lane read and responds well to friction on the back end, but not to the point that it was uncontrollable like I got out of the Phaze 3.  Cracking the polish (not a full-fledged sanding) with a used 2000 pad helped smooth the reaction out a bit for me and I’ve found that to be a great ball on our house shot, but I haven’t had a chance to use it on sport shots.


Layout: 5 x 4 x 2

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

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Re: Phaze A.I.
« Reply #32 on: December 31, 2024, 12:26:17 PM »
The Storm Phaze AI takes the successful Velocity core and makes it even better by encasing it in an AI core.  The coverstock is the TX-16 cover used on the Phaze II but in a new pearl formula finished with the all new Power Edge.  At 15 pounds the RG is a low 2.47 with a differential of .053.  I drilled my Phaze AI with my usual layout of 4 x 4 x 2 which puts the pin above my middle finger.  The Phaze AI takes the reliable, strong ball reaction of the Phaze II and enchances the backend motion.  For a pearl symmetrical ball, the AI does not mind the oil.  It reads the midlane tremendously well and the backend motion is a very strong arc.  The usability of the AI is something I really like.  I can use it on tighter patterns and go up the boards, and when the lanes are hooking, I can open up my angles and throw it right and not worry about whether or not it will make it back to the pocket.  The only conditions I can’t use this ball on are the extremes…a flood and very dry broken down conditions.  This ball is a must have for the league and tournament bowler!!