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Manic
« on: May 24, 2012, 11:12:23 AM »
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.

 

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Re: Manic
« Reply #1 on: May 24, 2012, 05:43:33 PM »
We tested the Storm Manic on the Kegel Easy Street, which is basically a 39ft house shot.

My first thought was that this ball is stronger than I expected.  Maybe I shouldn't say that as we've come to expect stronger mid-level balls.  This ball has a smooth readable reaction, while still offering a very punchy backend reaction. 

The Manic again uses the R2S cover and it comes in 4000 grit out of box.  You can make infinite adjustments to suit the reaction you're looking for.  We've tried light polish on 4000 and down to 2000.  The change in reaction is very predictable and you get what you expect to get.
You can also decide the layout to get varying reactions.  The pin up version we tested allows good length with a strong backend reaction.  If you are looking for a bit more control, you can try pin down type drillings. 

This is a pretty smooth rolling core so and I liked the control reaction while still offering a very strong backend.  You can see what's happening in the midlane.

Check out the video, more detailed review, and Digitrax analysis here:
http://tamerbowling.com/index.php/storm-manic-bowling-ball-review/
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Re: Manic
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2012, 10:01:18 AM »
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!!
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Re: Manic
« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2012, 06:46:12 PM »
Storm Manic

PAP : 4 ½ & ½ up
Rev Rate: 400-425 rpm
Ball Weight: 15lbs 
Right Handed

This is a ball I have grown to love.  I have had a lot of success with this ball on shorter/medium length patterns.  My favorite drilling on this ball is pretty simple, 4 ½ x 4.  I didn’t touch the surface on it out of the box and probably have 100 games on it.  I have cleaned it a few times with some Storm Reacta Clean and that’s it. 

For me, this ball is relatively clean, but smooth off the end of most patterns.  If your house pattern has the tendency to get wet/dry, this ball will be great!  It’s just clean enough through the front part of the lane and still continues through the oil without changing direction super hard.  I can definitely see a lot of people using this ball on Cheetah, Viper, and Chameleon.  Anything shorter than 39’ this ball is going to strike a LOT!

I have seen a lot of low rev players use this ball with success as well.  We have drilled a bunch of these for customers who didn’t want to spend a lot on a really good ball and have been more than impressed with it.  The colors are attractive and Storm made a quality addition to the lineup this year!   

Go drill one! You won’t be disappointed!
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Re: Manic
« Reply #4 on: September 12, 2012, 03:48:45 PM »
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.

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Storm Manic
« Reply #5 on: September 12, 2012, 10:11:08 PM »
Manic   50 x 5.25 x 70

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.   I drilled the Manic with a 5 ¼ inch pin down.  This drilling for me is real rolly and predictable.  I like to leave a little surface on this ball to help read the lane better on a variety of conditions.  This ball is good on most conditions outside the extremes.  The Manic of the spot is end over end roll which creates great carry, as the ball is not coming into pocket with big angles.  All styles of bowlers will be able to use this ball on most conditions.  The R2S coverstock can be shined or scuff to fit the ball reaction that you are looking for.  I’ve recently watched a lot of good bowlers score very well with the Manic from either deep inside angles or up the track.  The Manic is very good benchmark ball from Storm.



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Storm Manic Ball Review by Storm Staffer Casey Murphy
« Reply #6 on: September 18, 2012, 04:11:33 PM »
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. 

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Re: Manic
« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2012, 04:03:57 PM »
Thanks for reading.  Here is the link to our review video : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwsFu_yCyzc&feature=BFa&list=UUUdapKcbpNzp3PGwdo7P6GQ

Manic is a natural follow up to the much successful Fringe. First off I drilled this with a variation of my favorite layout 70 x 4 3/4  x 65.  With no extra hole and the solid coverstock this certainly allows the ball to retain energy downlane and release into the pins.  As you can see in the video, the ball picks up in the midlane easily and makes its move toward the pocket in a smooth and continuous motion.  This video was taken on the Shark pattern and I am not afraid to admit that I was missing my target right on a few of the shots that were recorded but this ball had no problem making it back to the pocket.  I have found this ball is great in a house with Anvilane Pro surface or with very clean backend to help smooth out the backend.  Even with a very scuffed surface the Manic retains energy downlane and through the pins.

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Re: Manic
« Reply #8 on: April 10, 2013, 11:08:06 PM »
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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Re: Manic
« Reply #9 on: June 24, 2013, 11:40:53 AM »
The Manic is a good predictable ball for light oil conditions.  I had mine drilled straight up and pin under.  Because of this and the dull surface the ball is best on fresh oil conditions.  Once the lanes break down and the heads are gone, the ball will tend to react too early making a switch to a polished ball necessary.  Overall, this is a very good ball when matched up with the right lane conditions.

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