Author Topic: Equinox Review (Read 468 times)

addynyr · « **on:** February 06, 2025, 03:38:32 PM »

Layout: 4 x 4 x 2
Surface: Power Edge
Rev Rate: 470 RPM
Rotation: 60*
Tilt: 13*

The Equinox is a brand-new Core and coverstock combination never before seen on the market that is designed especially for house patterns and 39-44ft length patterns. The brand-new Solarian AI brings in three cylindrical shapes to enhance drilling versatility and a lower RG. The new A1S coverstock is a new pearl technology including cohesion additives to help with a bigger footprint as well as a down lane reaction which is also finished with Power Edge Polish. I was able to test the Equinox on a typical 44ft house pattern and a 40ft sport pattern.

On the house pattern, I saw a lot of angularity out of the Equinox. The medium strength A1S coverstock gave me a lot of length down lane and ample down lane motion. Since the coverstock was so clean, I was not able to have much success on the fresh conditions. As the lanes transitioned, and I had to move my feet more left, I saw this ball start to come alive. The skid flip motion didn't disappoint in the first transition phase. Compared to the Physix Blackout, I saw a lot more length and a more angular backend. These two balls could certainly be in the same bag as they aren't relatively close to one another in terms of ball reaction. I would recommend the Equinox to a bowler bowling patterns closer to 40ft then 44ft as the length the ball creates could be a little challenging to shape correctly. Those who bowl on more warn lane surfaces will also get a lot of use out of the Equinox more in general. It can also be a ball down off a stronger asymmetrical ball such as the Physix Blackout or Ion Max.

On the 40ft sport pattern, I saw a lot of the same characteristics. Due to the extra oil volume, the Equinox was not great on the fresh. I saw too much length and flip that was not ideal on the conditions. Again, as the lanes transitioned off a stronger and earlier ball motion, the Equinox showed up much more. I still had to make sure I rolled the ball well to get the ball to slow down in the right spot, but it gave a me a significant better ball reaction. I was able to get to the pocket fairly consistently in during transition. Towards the end of the session, I changed the surface to a fresh 3000 and it gave me ample more overall hook on the ball. It gave me about more 4 boards to be exact and allowed me to move deeper on the lane while giving me better overall motion.

I think the Equinox can give a fairly expected ball reaction on medium length conditions, both on house and sport conditions. I recommend this ball for the bowler who likes skid flip asymmetrical balls in general. The Equinox gives that traditional Storm Skid Flip look that they are known for and I believe it can work for many styles. I think that Storm has definitely narrowed this ball to be best used in that 39-44ft range of patterns. I think heavier and longer patterns would need more surface on the ball to be most effective. This ball would certainly work best as a ball down from a stronger ball used for the fresh. The Equinox for me would be the 2nd or 3rd ball out of the bag based on my style.

Adam Chase
Storm Staff

Rick K · « **Reply #1 on:** February 07, 2025, 01:26:02 PM »

Equinox • Storm • Premier Series
Coverstock • A1S Pearl Reactive Finish • Power Edge
Core • Solarion +A.I. Core
Weight •15 lb. RG •2.48 Differential • .054 PSA •.018
Layout • 4 ¼ x 4 ¼ x 2
Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Tester Rev Rate • 300
Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street

Storm has genuinely lived up to its reputation for being the "bowlers company" with the release of the all-new Equinox! The Equinox is a brilliant design of the all-new Solarion +A.I. Core and the A1S Pearl Reactive Coverstock. And this cover/core combination makes the Equinox a powerful new release built for you, the league bowler. I found the Equinox to be an incredible THS striking machine, so let's break it down and take a closer look at what makes the Equinox such a success.

The Solarion + A.I. Core is a unique asymmetric design built for the motion, versatility, and continuation that straighter players like me love when rolling on a THS. I found that the Solarion + A.I. Core produces the right amount of skid, hook, and roll and is well-balanced between all three phases. The Solarion + A.I. Core had a crisp yet controllable bite when it exited the pattern. And with its unique asymmetric design, I found the Solarion +A.I. Core produced a significant amount of power as it entered the pocket. And if you are a straighter player like me, you will love the steam-rolling continuation of the Solarion +A.I. Core brings to your game. So, overall, I found that for straighter players like me, the Solarion +A.I. Core is an excellent blend of RG, Diff, and PSA that will produce the results we depend on to score!

Storm's all-new A1S Pearl Reactive with the Power Edge Finish brings a new look to the lanes for straighter players like me. As a straighter player, the school of thought was to use Pearls when the lanes break down and bring them out when solids and hybrids start burning up or rolling out. Well, with the A1S Pearl Reactive with the Power Edge Finish found on the Equinox, I found a whole- new perspective on using Pearl Coverstocks! On fresh oil, the A1S grips the front part of the lane without being overbearing. It created a smooth motion in the mid–lane and produced a predictable turn off the pattern. Then, as the pattern began to break down, I liked how the A1S Pearl blended the conditions, giving me a smooth, continuous motion I could rely on. Further, with the Power Edge Finish applied to the A1S Pearl, I enjoyed being able to move my breakpoint without sacrificing the control I would typically lose when I get out of my comfort zone. So, if you are a straighter player like me, rolling on a THS, the A1S will undoubtedly bring the results you can rely on all night.

In closing, the Equinox is a fantastic new release by Storm! The Bowlers Company heard what THS bowlers were looking for and delivered with the Equinox! And when it comes to a THS, I would not compare the Equinox to another Storm Family ball! The Equinox is unique and is an excellent blend of Solarion +A.I. Core and A1S Pearl reactive coverstock that belongs in any THS bowler's arsenal! And if you are a straighter player like me, you will love the strength, predictability, and control the Equinox will bring to your THS league season! So stop into your local Storm VIP Pro Shop today and have your Equinox ready for the rest of your league season! The Equinox is well worth it!

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

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