Ball NPS Score: 100.00
bowling.com has the largest selection of bowling balls
Click here to shop.

The expectations for a Storm bowling ball are great and the Storm Spectre meets those expectations. This mid-performance ball showcases the inventive Vector Core which is encased in a 1500-grit polished R3S Pearl Reactive coverstock. This core and cover combination was designed and put together with the most inquisitive competitors in mind. The Spectre offers control as it skids through the front of the lane without losing traction for the midlane and break point on medium oil conditions.

Color: Crimson/Iron
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Coverstock: R3S Pearl Reactive
Core: Vector (14#-16#)
Finish: 1500-grit Polished
RG: 2.54 (based on 15# ball)
Diff: 0.050 (based on 15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium
Fragrance: Candy Cane Cookie

Hey everyone, this is Storm staff member Josh Shoemaker here again with another ball review for the brand new Spectre. As always, I would like to thank Storm for providing the equipment I use every time I step out onto the lanes and I Am Bowling for making sure I always look good no matter what! Today I will be bowling on a standard medium to higher volume house shot in a new center. This will most likely be where a majority of my videos will be recorded from now on due to myself bowling league here now. This lane had a ton of friction from leagues and open bowling but I decided to roll with it anyways. This will give everyone a good look of how the ball rolls on less than ideal conditions. The Spectre features the brand new vector core. The vector core features an RG of 2.54 and diff of 0.050 in 15 lbs. This core was designed to bridge the gap between lower RG symmetrical options like the Trend 2 or Phaze 3 and the beloved Hyroads. Wrapped in R3S pearl, the Spectre is capable of creating a lot of traction chemically to help blend the lane out front to back when you still need a cleaner option. I decided to drill my Spectre with the same layout as my Trend 2. It’s no secret that I haven’t used a ton of symmetrical balls as of late. I feel as though with the current SPI line of asyms, we have a ton of options for 95% of lane conditions. I still occasionally need a ball with a smaller core option, so a ball like the Spectre is a must have for late in the block or higher friction surfaces. When compared to the Hyroad, the Spectre is a little earlier and stronger overall. Preorder your very own Spectre from any Storm VIP pro shop for the January 14th release!

Review Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GK3bHKs8DPU

Storm Spectre
Layout: 4.5 x 4 x 2.5 Storm Vector Layout
Rev Rate: 325 rpm
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane

The Storm Spectra utilizes the cutting-edge Vector Core and the R3S pearl reactive cover.  All I can after throwing the Storm Spectre in league is WOW!  The R3S pearl coverstock was so clean through the fronts then big back-end motion. A true continuous back-end motion. The Storm Spectre will be a step down from the Zen. There are very few times that I fall in love with a ball right away but the Spectre is already a favorite.  The Spectre falls into the must have category for me. #Stormnation

This is one of the most exciting balls I have thrown in a while. Like a modern day Marvel Pearl meets Hyroad type of vibe. The Spectre has the Vector core and the R3S pearl reactive cover. Clean up front with a nice strong down lane motion that is not jerky but has plenty of punch. The ball is so versatile that playing tighter angles or moving left and opening the lane up, I lack no hitting power or loss of carry. It feels and looks a lot like an updated take on what the Marvel Pearl would be on today’s patterns and oil volume. This is the type of ball that should be 1 of the first out on most patterns, it will give you a good idea of what you are about to bowl on. Smells great too!

Thanks,
Jason Hollingsworth
Storm Amateur Staff
Bowlifi Staff    
#StormNation

LANE CONDITION

Length: 41ft

Volume: medium

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


COMMENTS

Likes: MARVEL PEARL!!!! The original Marvel Pearl, not the remake!!!!!! That is exactly what this ball reminds me of and that is an amazing compliment to that ball!! 4.5*45, The Spectre is an amazing ball in the Thunder Line for Storm. This ball is more catered to the lanes once they transition but when its time to get into it lookout!!! Its clean, reads the lane at the right spot and continues which is exactly what the Marvel Pearl was known for. Its not too angular down lane, not creating too much entry angle to the pocket so it makes the pins stay low as the ball goes thru the pin deck. This ball will get alot of lane time on all types of patterns

Dislikes:


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS

Coverstock: R3S Pearl Reactive
Core: Vector
RG: 2.54
Diff: 0.050

The Spectre features the R3S pearl cover and the Vector core. R3S pearl cover reads the midlane giving it a smooth controllable shape. I find myself using the Spectre when my balls are getting down the lane a little too far before they see friction. This is when I would switch to the Spectre when I need a ball to pick up a bit earlier or I am needing a controllable shape to play the lanes. This ball has been overlooked with the release of the Phaze 4, but I use the Spectre when the Phaze 4 is getting down the lane to far and I need a ball to pick up sooner. Don’t sleep on the Spectre!

Tobias Myers
#StromNation

The new storm spectre is a classic storm ball being super clean through the fronts with a big punch in the back.This is going to be a benchmark ball for some houses that are high in friction or a great piece top ball down to from the trend 2 or the phaze 4. This ball has easily been over looked with the arrival of the phaze 4. But don't sleep on the new spectre. This ball is the real deal, put your favorite layout on this one and you'll be off to the races.

      Anthony Wiegand

Ball Specs:
Storm Spectre
R3S Pearl Reactive
1500 Grit Polished
Vector Symmetric Core

Bowler Specs:
Right Hand. PAP 5” Over 1/2 up
Rev Rate 300. Tilt 20. Rotation 50.
Speed at release 17

Review:
 I really like this ball! I was looking forward to this ball when I saw the specs on it. The core looked to me like Storm took the Incite core and smashed it down making it a symmetric shape. The Spectre has a better down lane motion for me than the Wolverine which was earlier and smoother than I thought it would be. The Spectre is cleaner and creates more back end for what I bowl on and has great carry. I would consider it to be a medium to dry lane ball. I would put it between my hypes and Trend 2 in total hook. The price is excellent on this ball and the scent is very good too! I am glad we had this ball at our last ball demo and it was very popular. I am a little worried that with all the new balls on the market this excellent piece may be overlooked. If you have a Storm Match maker Demo come to your area you really need to make time to roll this great equipment. The Spectre is a house shot killer and has been rolling well for my traditional and no thumb bowlers alike. On a medium condition I seem to be able to stay with this ball all three games in league with very little adjustment which is nice. This ball will be with me for the State tournament for sure.

Summary:
The Spetre is a great ball and smells good too!
The Ball has a great motion and hit.
The Spectre is much better than its price point.

Glenn Wendel
PBA Member
Storm Pro Shop Staff

gwendel@comcast.net
www.stormbowling.com

Video Link:
https://youtu.be/bHXf8vylu2c