Trend 2
Ball Specs
Cover Stock: NRG Hybrid Reactive
Finish: 1500 Grit Polish
Color: Indigo/Space Black/Rose
Core: Piston LD Core
Layout: 65 x 5 x 35
RG: 2.54
Differential: 0.041

Review
The Trend 2 is the latest Jason Belmonte signature ball. The Trend 2 has a stronger cover and redesigned weight block than the successful original Trend pearl ball. The piston core has been modified to raise the RG and lower the Differential to create more powerful reaction giving the bowler more continuation through the pins. The NRG hybrid reactive coverstock still allows the ball to be clean through the front of the lanes with a strong move coming off the oil pattern. I tested the ball on a 42 feet THS. As a medium to low rev player, I see this ball being great on medium patterns. I was able to play in the track area and deep inside without any loss of ball reaction or pin carry. The Trend 2 is a must have for league and tournament bowlers. Anticipated release date is October 29, 2021. My ball reviews are posted on YouTube channel Stanley Waite.


Stanley Waite
900 Global Staff Member
Dover, DE

The newest Belmo ball is most certainly his best. The new Trend 2 is a stronger and more angular version of the original Trend. It’s a step up in overall hook and is a ball that will allow you to play steeper angles without losing hitting power and continuation through the pins. Trend 2 has the NRG Hybrid cover and a modified Piston core. Trend 2 will look good on a variety of conditions and will give you a new option for moving left without seeing the ball burn too soon or lack “pop” down lane. This ball also will bridge the gap between the stronger earlier balls like Axiom or Proton Physics and the mid-range type balls like the Electrify or Hyroads.

Jason Hollingsworth
#StormNation

Trend2 is a new look from the Belmo line. Definitely hooks a lot down lane with a very continuous motion. The cover still allows you to move in and handle the higher volume in the middle without any problem. A step down ball for me from the top shelf Proton Physix and Axiom. Definitely a ball that fills a spot in any league or tournament bag.

Trend 2• Signature Series
Coverstock •NRG Hybrid Reactive Finish •1500-grit Polished
Core • Piston LD Core
Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.50 Differential • .041
Layout • 70 x 3.75 x 20
Tester PAP • 4 ½ R, 3/8 D Tester Axis Tilt • 12° Testers Rev Rate • 325
Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street

Every once in a while, you get a unique new ball to drill up that rocks your world. A ball that, out of the box, is simply poetry off your hand! You know. The kind of ball that makes you remember why you love the game so much! A ball that makes you think, "Hey, I guess I'm not that bad of a bowler after all!" Well, the new Storm Trend 2 was precisely that for me! So, let's take a closer look at the fantastic results the Trend 2 provided on a THS.

The heart of the Trend 2 is the new lightweight Piston Core. To go beyond its tech specs is to say this core has a fantastic ability to rev and roll from the moment it leaves your hand. The Piston Core is smooth through the heads and revs in the mid lane with a constant heart-pumping rhythm. I loved how the Piston Core had a brisk turn off the pattern and rolled with a distinct authority to the pins. Further, this symmetric core has a vibrant and robust continuation through the pin deck that leaves nothing standing in its way! For a high-speed/low-rev player, you couldn't ask for anything more!

Hybrid Covers give you the best of both worlds in coverstocks, and the NRG Hybrid Reactive Cover completes the top-notch quality of the Trend 2. Out of the box, the NRG Hybrid provided the reaction I needed all night. Early on fresh oil, this cover had excellent traction throughout the lane without burning up its energy as it made its turn towards the pins. As the night progressed, the NRG hybrid read the changing lane conditions quite effortlessly. It also provided a smooth motion off the pattern all night. I like how this cover kept its predictable movement and stable reaction as I moved inside, targeting 18. For a high-speed/low-rev player to move in with that much confidence speaks volumes to this cover's ability to keep you in the game!

My conclusion of the Trend 2 is to praise this brilliantly designed new release by Storm. Further, I would say you don't have to be a high-rev, two-handed superstar like Jason Belmonte to score with this ball either! The Trend 2 is truly a game-changer for an older, high-speed, low-rev player like me. It brought a refreshing excitement back to my game. But, more importantly, it elevates the fever to win, which keeps you coming back week after week. So, talk to your local pro shop owner and have a Trend 2 drilled up for your next league competition. And see for yourself why Trend 2 belongs in your arsenal!

Rick Klimowicz
Storm Products Pro Shop Staff
Roll the Ball Pro shop
Penndel, PA

Storm Trend 2
Cover: NRG Hybrid
Core: Piston LD
Layout: 5 x 3 x 2.5

I decided to compare the newest Belmo ball to the Zen because many reviews are talking about it in the same breath as the Zen. I get that. It’s shiny, yet still a bit early, and it’s pretty strong. I think it’s pretty obvious in the video I get a bit more easy length and pop put of the Zen. The Trend 2 seems to want to dig a bit more even with the super shiny box finish on its NRG Hybrid cover (also on a favorite of mine - Physix). My Trend 2 really sees the back part of the lane and kind of locks up and rolls through the pins. This was alleviated mostly by really getting left and opening up the angles (maybe even more than normal which speaks to the overall strength of this ball). Although I like filming box surface first for these comparisons because 9/10 bowlers will probably leave it box, I now have the surface at about 2000. For me, the Trend 2 is more useful and more controllable with the surface. The surface also serves to provide more separation compared to other similar balls in our line.

Video Review Link:
https://youtu.be/1ZDjstgJHkM

The Trend 2 is the 5th signature line ball produced by Storm in collaboration with Jason Belmonte. It features a modified piston block that was originally in the Pro Motion and Trend. This new block has a significantly lower differential and higher RG which in combined with the NRG hybrid cover produces significantly more down lane shape than the original Trend. I personally was not a big fan of the Trend, the R2S pearl cover was too quick/low friction to play really straight but as soon as I tried to chase it left, it wanted to go too forward off the end of the pattern due to how much the piston block wants to get into a roll. I see absolutely none of these problems out of the Trend 2. The first night of using it in this center, I managed to snag a couple of pot games and the eliminator win. Since then, it’s become a staple in my league bag for game 3 and has paid for itself multiple times over. When compared to the Axiom Pearl, the Trend 2 is a quite a bit cleaner and sharper off the end of the pattern. I could see myself going to the Trend 2 when I need to jump a zone left after the Axiom Pearl starts slowing down too quickly. When compared to the Hyroad, the Trend 2 is a touch earlier and rounder off the end of the pattern. The Trend 2 is now available for purchase in your local Storm VIP pro shop!

Review Video: https://youtu.be/FxoLh2OwbMY

The Trend 2 uses the same Piston Core as the Trend, and uses NRG hybrid cover. Like the Trend, the Trend 2 has no problem getting down the lane with ease, but what separates the Trend 2 is the backend reaction. This ball picks up sooner, and is about 5-6 boards more on the backend. I added a light 2000 to mine, it has become a great benchmark ball for me. I can throw it all 3 games of league without having to make any major adjustments.