Ball NPS Score: 100.00

- Color: Blue/Pink All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Coverstock: R2S Solid Reactive
- Weight Block: N.O.S.
- Ball Finish: 4000-grit Abralon
- Flare Potential: 4” - 5” (Medium-High)
- RG: 16#-2.53, 15#-2.53, 14#-2.59
- Diff: 16#-.044, 15#-.045, 14#-.043
- Fragrance: Blueberry
- Recommend Lane Conditions: Medium Oil
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- Description: With a 4000-grit Abralon finish, this R2S solid reactive coverstock cuts through the oil, grips the midlane, and finishes strong. The higher-volume, reputable N.O.S. core embodies true dynamic integrity. The new Manic is sure to produce a strong midlane roll without sacrificing entry angle, a key for better pin carry.

The Manic from Storm is the new release in the Hot Line replacing the 2Furious. The Manic uses the same N.O.S. core, as well as the R2S cover stock. The big difference is in the factory finish of 4000, compared to the 2Furious at 2000. The blue/pink color on this ball is much “louder” than the 2Furious as well.
I used the same pin placement of 5” on the Manic as my 2Furious. I kept the cg a little closer to my PAP though. Final drill was 5 x 4 with pin under ring compared to the 5 x 4.5 pin under ring on the 2Furious. Basically, I wanted to change the shape of motion when coming out of the oil pattern to a little more roll, instead of hard arch. The extra hole was placed on the VAL line, 2.5” below PAP.
The Manic doesn’t have any problem reading oil with its 4000 abralon finish.  The motion of the N.O.S. core is readable and predictable. It makes for a great benchmark reaction as Storm offers both stronger and weaker cores and covers. The Manic seems to be a few boards more aggressive over all compared to the 2Furious even with a smoother surface out of the box. Since the Manic has less surface than the 2Furious, you will be able to hold a line longer than what you could with the 2Furious. What this means, is more consistence through the league night or tournament block, with less break down of the heads.
The Manic is all about a benchmark reaction for me. I can use this ball on a variety of patterns, just moving my feet left or right, depending on how much oil, and length of pattern we are talking. The only pattern the Manic seemed to struggle on was Shark AFTER the fronts broke down. It just isn’t enough core for my rev rate to make the corner from deeper angles. Higher rev rate players shouldn’t have this issue, though. The Victory Roads are much better equipped to handle these more extreme angles for me. With that said, though, on the fresh, when I was able to go straighter through the front of the lane on Shark, it was a beast.
The Manic is a great option for any bowler looking for a ball to use on a variety of conditions with exceptions of the extreme dry and extreme oily. The Manic will take cover alterations very well giving you a very versatile ball in the bag when carrying a few different grades of abralon pads and some polish. If you feel your game is on the fringe of braking through to the next level, and you just feel you need a ball to better read the lane, drill a Manic today!!

This ball is perfect for house conditions. This ball creates a very smooth consistent roll through the heads and a fierce back end. I am very amazed how this ball reacts for a dull ball. I typically throw better with polish because dull normally rolls out on me but not this ball. The N.O.S core is probably one of my favorite cores created by storm.

Storm Manic Ball Review
by Storm Staffer Casey Murphy

Right Handed
Rev Rate:  375-400 Rpm
Ball Speed:  16 mph
PAP:  4 5/8 straight across

Location:  Sunshine Lanes
Lane Pattern:  Typical House Shot
Layout:  40, 5 1/4, 60 with a P1 weight hole

I was excited by the release of the Storm Manic.  It’s an update to the Storm 2 Furious and looked to be a smoother version of one of my favorite Storm balls, the Frantic.  I put a stable layout on the ball to take advantage of the predictable coverstock.

I was very pleased with the result.  The Manic picked up a roll no problem but conserved energy through the midlane.  When it hit friction the Manic changed directions in a strong but controlled motion.  On a heavy to medium volume of oil I saw a little more overall hook than the Frantic with a more defined arching motion.

If you love the Frantic but need a little more teeth for less friction, the Storm Manic is the clear choice. 

Review- Storm Manic
Nick C. BowlerX staff member
Weight- 16lbs
Surface- polished 
Recommended lane condition-  heavy oiled fronts
Pin Placement- 4-5

I drilled my storm manic with the cg in the palm with the pin above the ring finger. I tried a couple different surfaces on this ball trying to make it work for me.

I will start off saying this ball could be a very good ball for someone who doesn't have a high rev rate or needs a little help getting the ball to read the mid/early part of the lane.  I initially left this ball as is out of the box which is a dull surface. The first time I threw it the ball went into a roll so early it was unbelievable, that's when I went to the ball spinner and polished it up. the ball still wants to roll very early and for me seems to "labor" around the corner. I never really found a condition that this ball would be good for me on, I feel mainly due to my high rev rate.

The Manic would be a great ball for someone who is very speed dominant and doesn't put a whole lot of hand in the ball, or if you bowl on a condition with a lot of oil in the front part of the lane.

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