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Storm Absolute Power
Unleash the Storm Absolute Power, a game-changer in the Premier Line, boasting a groundbreaking single-density asymmetric core—the first since the Lucid. With the evenly weighted Sentinel Core and reduced mass near the thumb hole, experience enhanced dynamics surpassing a single slug's impact. The R2S DEEP Solid Coverstock, introduced in 2023, defines the Absolute Power's superiority. "Delayed Energy for Enhanced Performance" ensures a cleaner front, allowing the ball to ignore the first 1/3 of the lane. The rougher, more porous nature of R2S DEEP enhances midlane control, providing a perfect balance for bowlers favoring midlane reads. Unlike traditional balls, no extra slug is needed. The Sentinel Core's evenly distributed masses create a sharper and more consistent change in direction. Get ready for a revolutionary bowling experience that redefines precision, power, and overall performance. The Storm Absolute Power is here to elevate your game and deliver unmatched scores.

Color: Berry/Tangelo/Steel
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Sentinel (14-16#)
Coverstock: R2S DEEP Solid
Finish: 4000-grit Abralon
RG: 2.48 (based on 15# ball)
Differential: 0.050 (based on 15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Heavy Oil
Fragrance: Blueberry Orange Cake

Introducing the newest solid asym from the Storm lineup! The Absolute Power combines the smooth and strong Sentinel core with the mild and clean R2S Deep Solid coverstock. This combo yields a very useable solid asym that is surprisingly clean and quick without being overresponsive. This ball fills a gap between traditional solid asyms like the DNA and cleaner, sharper asyms like the Virtual Energy Blackout. The Absolute Power for me rolls like a giant IQ Tour Solid: revs up quick but doesn't get off line too early, continues downlane without getting forward, and provides a unique shape that fits in the "control ball" category. You don't want to miss this one, it really is a unique piece that fills a gap!

-Chase Valenzuela

Storm Absolute Power:
R2S Solid Cover
Sentinel Core (Asymmetrical)
4000 Grit Sanded finish
Layout 4 x 4 2” Pin Buffer

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

Review:
 I never really figured out the Original Absolute so I did not know what to expect from the Absolute Power. I can say for me this version is a lot better. The textured surface gives it a good mid lane read but saves torque for the back end. This ball almost acts like a polished or weaker asymmetric the way it goes down the lane and finishes. The Absolute Power is not as angular as some polished balls that have been produced lately but nay be more predictable at the 4000 finish. I would put this ball squarely between my Magic Gem and TNT in total hook. I have already had some nice sets with the Absolute Power and after a slow start at the shop this ball is gaining traction in sales. We are planning a Matchmaker Ball Demo soon and I hope this ball will be included in the set. I feel that bowlers who see dull Asymmetric balls as too early will be happy with the Absolute Power.

Summary:
The Absolute Power gives a unique motion for a sanded asymmetric.
This ball is an upgrade on the original.
The predictable back end motion is a plus.

Glenn Wendel
Storm Pro Shop Staff
gwendel@comcast.net
www.stormbowling.com

Video Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpkdiK8hbpw&error=0

Storm Absolute Power
Layout 5 x 4 x 2.5
Style – stroker
Ball Speed – 14–15 mph at pins
Condition – house pattern - older HPL surface
Surface – box condition
After watching multiple styles throughout ball review videos, I had high hopes for the Absolute Power. My initial findings are just okay, not necessarily what I thought I’d see. The ball was even slower than I anticipated. It almost lopes off the breakpoint. My hope was that it would blend the ever present wet/dry wall on most house conditions. It was either way too early in the dry or nowhere near enough pop to get through the puddle. This ball reaction puts me in jail with my rev rate and ball speed. Too much to play out and not enough to move in and get it around the corner. Not sure how this one would fit for most bowlers in the “middle”. Higher rev rates and super straight, ball speed dominant, should find a good amount of use for this ball. The next thing will be to adjust the surface to see if it changes the reaction enough to make this a useable piece for me.

The Absolute Power is a ball that I think will be a very unique piece in the Storm line. The Absolute Power features the same Sentinel Core that was in the original Absolute, except this time it is wrapped with Storm’s R2S Deep coverstock which is a weaker solid coverstock. For a player like myself (rev dominant player), this combination is a gamechanger. This ball has allowed me to throw a stronger asymmetric ball closer to the friction than I typically have been able to in the past. Typically if I am too close to the friction with bigger asyms they lock up and go forward, however, the Absolute Power doesn't lock up; it blends through the friction and goes through the pins extremely well! I am very excited about this piece and I am looking forward to using this ball more in the future. Go to your local VIP pro shop and pick up one for yourself today!
Dual Angle: 45 x 4.5 x 75
VLS: 4.5 x 4 x 4.25

LANE CONDITION

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Multiple - sport and recreational.

COMMENTS

The Storm Absolute Power is the newest addition to the Premier Line. This bowling ball features the Sentinel core and the well-known R2S Deep Solid coverstock. I really like what I see out of this Absolute Power. I do think it creates a nice, benchmark-like ball reaction.

Since this core can potentially flare quite a bit, I decided to drill my Absolute Power with a pin-down layout: 55 x 5 x 75. I see this bowling ball to be versatile as the core seems to create an earlier and smoother roll, while the coverstock isn’t overly aggressive and stays on-line quite easy. This core and coverstock combination seem to allow for this bowling ball to respond to any release adjustments very nicely. I managed to stay with this ball through a couple of pattern transitions.

This Absolute Power has worked in multiple scenarios for me so far. I do think this ball will work best on fresh, medium patterns. It takes surface adjustments well, which makes this ball very useful on different types of lane surfaces. I also think this Absolute Power could be a very good first ball out of the bag on a lot of house patterns.

PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS

Watch our video of the Absolute Power on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGJQeWgXWfg

Storm Absolute Power Ball Review by PJ Haggerty

The Absolute Power by Storm is the latest addition to the Premier line and, in my opinion, is a home run.  The engine is the Sentinel Core and it’s wrapped with the R2S Deep Solid coverstock.  I really liked the original Absolute and had a ton of success with it, so I was very excited to see a solid version be created.  I think the comparison between the two is pretty simple. The Power provides players with a solid coverstock compared to the original Absolute, so this one reads the lane earlier, but it continues to change direction nicely like the original.

I’ve drilled one so far and love it.  It’s mapped out as 5 ¾ x 4 ¾ x 3.   This puts the pin above my middle finger and the mass bias just to the right of my thumb.  I’ve been able to use the Power on the fresh while keeping my angles tight as well as when lanes transition and steeper angles are needed.  I’ve noticed a ton of versatility and it’s been very usable on several different patterns.

From a surface standpoint, I’ve left it out of the box.  Naturally, oil will shine equipment and that’s happened here, but I haven’t needed to adjust it at all.  This is a ball I could see drilling a few of because of how versatile it can be.

If you need a ball that has proven to be successful on multiple types of patterns and on multiple surfaces, I think you should consider drilling the Absolute Power from Storm!

#StormNation

LANE CONDITION

Length: 43

Volume: 25

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


COMMENTS

Layout: 5 x 4 x 3 1/2 VLS

It’s early on in the year, but the Absolute Power will be a strong contender for ball of the year for 2024.  The Absolute Power features the R2S Deep coverstock, this time in a solid version to complement the original Absolute’s R2S Deep Pearl.  The Solid version comes out of the box at 4000 grit Abralon and it seems like a perfect match for the ball.  The higher grit finish helps the ball read the heads without digging in too early.  This really helps the ball retain a smooth shape and a consistent reaction downlane without being jumpy at all.  I’ve talked to several people that didn’t care for the original Absolute, but really love the Absolute Power. 


My Specs -
Speed - 16 mph,
Rev Rate - 315. 
PAP 5 1/8 x 7/8 Up.


PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
Youtube Link:  https://youtu.be/vui-LV3S0UA