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Reviews => Storm => Topic started by: BallReviews-scodaddy21 on June 22, 2017, 10:29:40 AM
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ALERT: We have a Code Red on our hands! The Storm Code Red features the RAD4 core. This high torque, high differential core technology was very successful internationally and with the Code Black so Storm is continuing that success through this high performance bowling ball. This core is paired with Storm's proven R2S Hybrid Reactive coverstock and finished with a 1500 grit polish. This combination causes the ball to glide through the front part of the lane then create the unique breakpoint shape and backend reaction that Storm is known for.
Color: Red Pearl / Red
Core: RAD4
Coverstock: R2S Hybrid Reactive
Finish: 1500-grit Polished
RG: 2.50 (based on 15# ball)
Differential: 0.058 (based on 15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
Fragrance: Cinnamon
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This ball is an excellent compliment to the Code Black. The Code Red picks up sooner than the Code Black and worked pretty well on the fresh for me. This will be a ball I can go to early on in a squad or league then as the lanes begin to breakdown I can transition to the Code Black which gets longer down the lane. I placed a 4 1/4 x 5 1/4 x 4 layout (Pin Down) on my Code Red. The ball definitely reads early and has great continuation on the back end.
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See our full review here:
http://tamerbowling.com/storm-code-red-bowling-ball-review/
Excerpt:
In terms of ball reaction, you get a typically clean Storm look, no surprises with any of their covers finised with 1500-grit polish OOB. We really enjoyed watching this core rev up in the midlane. That's where it brings its A game to the table. That rev up of this heavy core plus some solid in the cover smooths out the reaction over the Code Black. Doesn't mean it's not punchy. On the contrary it is. But while the Code Black was a clear skid/flip ball, this one is more on the edge. And when considering that any Storm ball I keep in the bag has to have it's shine knocked off, it will be even smoother.
Ultimately, it feels like Storm is pretty close to their "holy grail" ball (the HyRoad) with the Code Red. It offers a different type of rolliness while still having the smooth, predictable and punchy characteristics of the R2S hybrid reaction. If you bowl on house shots and you match up to any one of our testers, this ball can be used first out of the bag. It is a little clean and I personally prefer to knock off that factory shine. If you bowl in something heavier or a sport pattern, this may come into play as they breakdown or with some surface, a little earlier. Dave and I were very happy with our ball reaction overall. Guy warmed up to it nicely as the surface burns in. Really happy that Storm decided to bring this ball over to the US.
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LANE CONDITION
Length: Various
Volume: Various
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Various
The Code Red is the newest addition Storm’s Premier Line. The Code Red is following the highly hyped Code Black… That lived up to the hype! The difference besides the colors and scents are the coverstocks. The Code Red utilizes the R2S Hybrid Reactive coverstock which will get the RAD Core started a touch quicker than the Pearlized Code Black. The Code Red is stronger and has a quicker response in the mid lane compared to the Code Black. The Code Black allowed me to play closer to the dry early and when the lanes started to breakdown I could move left and open up the lane… or I thought I was opening up the lane. The Code Red is about 5 boards stronger than the Code Black. I could still play close to the friction but my misses in are more forgiving and my mistakes to the right are not as drastic. The Code Red is quickly becoming my ball of choice on medium sport patterns and also the dreaded House Pattern. The layout that I used on the Code Red is pin over the fingers with the Cg kicked out with a weight hole at 7 inches from the center of my grip. The angles are 50 X 5.5 X 45 which is taken from my PAP which is 5 5/8 over and ¾ up. I am right handed with a rev rate around 300 and medium ball speed (approx. 15mph).
If you missed out on the Code Black or if you want something stronger than your Code Black go get the Code Red. With surface changes the Code Red is an extremely versatile strong asymmetrical bowling ball that should find its way into your bowling bag!
Likes: The Versatility and Power
Dislikes: The color is not my favorite
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
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Layout: Pin-up
Rev Rate:325-350
Left Handed
Finish:OOB
I haven't Rolled Storm equipment since the gravity Nano,So,I really wanted to try this one.I found the factory surface very strong and too strong for a normal THS.I took the surface to 2000 dull and what a difference.It still has a strong mid lane read.
I like this ball for long and heavy patterns.
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The Code Red is Storm’s newest Premier line release, and like the Code Black, it was an overseas ball released in 2014 that they brought to us here. It features the strongest core they produce, and the R2S Hybrid cover, perhaps better known as the Hyroad cover. It acts exactly like you would expect given the information, it’s a stronger, earlier, smoother Hyroad. The reaction and overall shape is very familiar, and while the revving of the core makes it look like it’s going to turn sideways on the backend, it’s surprisingly smooth and controllable. It’s a very comfortable ball to throw, I don’t feel like I have to throw it hard to get it down the lane, but I also don’t feel like I really have to catch it at the bottom to get it to finish. Like the Hyroad, this is an extremely versatile ball that will cover a very wide variety of conditions for many bowlers despite the Premier label and strong numbers. It offers a ball motion that isn’t available elsewhere due to the uncommon pairing of a tamer cover with that strong of a core.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqWYEKLr0-M
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Here it is!!! The CodeRed! I was really excited for the CodeBlack, my favorite weight block and an awesome cover...you can't go wrong! The CodeRed brings back the RAD4 and wraps it up with the R2S Hybrid cover! Seriously, get your feet in and wheel this bad boy! I drilled mine 65x5x35, this is my typical "Flip it" layout. Knowing that the cover would be sooner and that my tilt is a bit on the low side, this ball still had great push in the front. It was 3/4 feet earlier than the CodeBlack with a smoother transition and great continuation thru the pins. If you liked the CodeBlack and you need a bit more roll on the fresh...this is your rock! My customers love it, I love it and you will def love it. Go drill one up today! #stormnation
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LANE CONDITION
Wall Street
Length:40 ft
Conditioner: Kegel Ice
COMMENTS
Core: RAD4
Coverstock: R2S Hybrid Reactive
Finish: 1500-grit Polished
RG: 2.50
Differential: 0.058
Me:
Right-Handed Tweener
Speed: 12-13 mph
Rev Rate: 315
PAP: 4 7/8 Right 3/8 Up
Ball Layout: Pin Over Bridge 60 X 6 X 12
The Code black has been an absolute go to for me when you have to open up angles. I was excited about a ball I could go to a little sooner and the Code Red has worked out perfectly. It has the same great overall strength that I love in the Code Black. The hybrid cover gives more midlane read than the Code Black which means I don't have to wait for lanes to open up to see that big move back to the pocket.
I was pleasantly surprised at how long I can stick with the Code Red. I chose a layout to keep it coming down lane and I still see the earlier smoother roll off the spot. Probably the biggest surprise was that I didn't have to adjust the cover. I'm looking forward to throwing the Code Red on longer patterns. When it moves, IT MOVES!
Another great characteristic it shares with the Code Black it the way it makes the pins fly off the pin deck. Doesn't seem to matter what angle it takes into the pins it clears the deck like nothing I've seen outside of the CODE balls. Overall I saw about the same hook between the Code Black and Red but the Code Red starts up about 3 to 5 feet sooner depending on the surface and is a little smoother in the back-end.
Want to overpower the pattern? Give this ball a shot!
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
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Storm Code Red Ball Review by PJ Haggerty
After drilling a few Code Black pieces and having some good success with them, I was excited to find out Storm was releasing a similar piece, but with a stronger cover. The Code Red is hands down my favorite ball in my bag right now. I’ve found the Code Red a minimum of 5-6 stronger than the Code Black. After drilling two of them and changing the surface a bit, I’ve had success using these on multiple patterns.
The first one I drilled is 5.5 x 5 x 75 with no weight hole. This puts the pin above my middle finger and the mass just to the right of my thumb. I’ve used this one the most out of the two I’ve drilled and goes everywhere with me. This give me a clean, strong, controllable motion down lane that isn’t too sharp down-lane, but goes through the pins so well. I found the most success with a used 2000 pad on the cover.
The second one is laid out as: 5.5 x 4 x 40 with a hole under my axis. I have put more surface on this one (probably a used 1000 pad), but I wanted an earlier motion and less down-lane hook. I’ve been able to use this one earlier in blocks, go to the pin up Code Red later in blocks and had a lot of success doing so.
All in all, this ball is a complete home run. If you drilled a Code Black, this ball is significantly stronger and goes through the pins just as well.
Go drill a couple!
#StormNation
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The new Storm ball in the premier line is the Code Red. The Code Red is the Hybrid version of the very popular Code Black. I drilled mine just like my pin down Code Black, 4 1/2 x 4 x 4. The Code Red is at least 5-6 boards stronger than Code Black.
The Code Red reads the mid lane earlier and less has response time to the friction.
This motion compliments the Code Black real well, as the Code Black doesn't like the puddle as it hydro planes. Where the Code Red with the stronger cover can handle more oil. Very good addition the Storm line!
PAP - 3 5/8 up 1 1/4
Speed - 15-16
Tilt - 17
Rev Rate - 380-400
Brian Watson
Storm Staff
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LANE CONDITION
Length:40 ft
Volume:21.58
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS
COMMENTS
Likes:Strong continuous motion, great compliment to Code Black
Dislikes:
Review:
I just love this addition to the line! The Code Red is a great pick up whether you already have a code black, or are looking for something to read strong even on medium-heavy lane conditions! When you run into carry down or transition, you can pickup this ball and still make the move off the spot through the carry down. It's Hybrid cover allows you to even move in and generate more angle, with continuous drive through the pocket still splitting the 8-9. This ball works very well for high speed high rev players, but also with lower speed and lower rev players. The ball is so versatile, again to go from the code black that might get lazy, then go to this ball, move in a few boards parallel with your feet and target and still have plenty of recovery to continue striking!
I generally see this ball being 3-5 boards stronger than my Code Black. The Hybrid cover also gives greater friction allowing an earlier read into the mid-lane. Depending on the bowler and the pattern faced with you can use a few different layouts and easily adjust the surface to match up with many different patterns and play styles! Personally this ball worked best at 2000 Abralon surface, closely followed by 4000 abralon, and then box finish. When I took the surface below 2000 abralon, it was a bit too early in the read and I found less forgiveness for my style and where I was playing the lane.
My Code Red Layout: VLS: 5X4X3 Dual Angle: 50x5x45
Jason Briggs
Advisory Storm Staff
Ball Speed: 19mph
Tilt: 10 Degrees
Axis Rotation: 30 Degrees
Rev Rate: 400-420rpm
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My Storm Code Red Review video is now live! I bowled three games while recording the clips for the review, and can't recall missing more then 2-3 times. This ball is going to be a staple in my bag, it's a little more overall then the OG, with more in the midlane. I noticed that when you missed in, the ball still read the pattern well enough to face up for a mixing strike. While the original was great for when the lanes had a good amount of friction on them, the Code Red will be great on fresher conditions when there is not as much friction on the lane. Then when needed you can ball down to the Code Black when the Code Red starts reading too early. I often have trouble getting higher end asymmetrical balls to go though the pins correctly because of my rev dominate style. The code red has no problem, with its weaker coverstock the ball allows me to play much straighter through the front part of the lane, while still retaining enough energy on the backend. It's everything the code black was missing, can't wait to get more games on it! #CodeRed #StormNation
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Orientation: Right Handed
Rev Rate: 375 RPM
Speed: 16-17 MPH
PAP: 4 5/8 straight across
Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO
Pattern: High Volume THS
Layout: 40, 4 ¾ , 70
The Code Red is a great ball! It’s the perfect complement to the Code Black. I love my Code Black but at times it’s a little too weak to handle medium or heavy oil conditions. This is where the Code Red comes in! It’s a stronger hybrid cover, so it rolls earlier and handles oil where the Code Black tends to struggle and overshoot the breakpoint. The Code Red is earlier and smoother than the Code Black. The Code Red and Code Black are the perfect combo. Bowlers can start with the Code Red on the fresh and switch to the Code Black for the transition or for the breakdown.
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I drilled the code red 50 / 3 3/4 x 35 with no weight. I love this ball, shot 220 276 267. On a fresh shot rolled it up the 10 board and shot 224 265 240. The ball went long and turned left with a continuously motion through the pocket with a lot of hitting power .This was on a 40 ft. house shot. I'm 60 yr old.
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Ball weight: 15
Rev Rate: 400
Ball Speed: 17.3
Axis Tilt: 7
Axis Rotation: 45*
PAP: 3 3/4 horizontal, 7/8 up
Layout: 50 x 5 x 50
As a big fan of the Code Black, I was really looking forward to the hybrid Code Red. Personally, I had no issues with the Black being too weak, but know of bowlers that believed the Black had a lack of strength. I think they will be pleased with the Red. The layout I used is fairly normal for me, but I should have tweaked it before drilling. The Code Red reads the midlane significantly earlier than the Black, even at the box finish.
I tried using it on our THS at the box finish and it rolled quite well. The only real issue was caused by the massive puddle in the center of the lane. It caused a massive over/under downlane. I rolled a couple of sets with it before deciding that I needed to make a surface change.
Since it was earlier than the Black and I didn't want it to skate any further in the middle, I hit the ball with Storm Reacta Scuff. This added just enough surface to allow the ball to be a bit smoother at the end of the pattern and was nowhere nearly as squirrelly downlane. This was a good change for me. I was able to get deeper and allow the ball to work much better for me.
I like the shape this ball gives me and really enjoy rolling the Code Red.
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Storm Code Red Review:
LANE CONDITION
Lane Type: Wood
Length: 41ft
Volume: 21ml
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
COMMENTS
Likes: Smooth ball motion and strong move off the breakpoint. Great ball for playing multiple angles
Dislikes: none
The Storm Code Red is the newest Storm release in their Premier Line. The ball like the code black contains the RAD 4 core and is covered with the R2S Hybrid Cover stock that is finished at 1500 grit polish. It also has the fantastic Cinnamon fragrance.
I drilled mine with the pin above my bridge and the Mass Bias kicked out a bit to the right of my thumb. I put my favorite layout on this ball which gives me length and a smooth yet strong overall reaction from the ball. The Code Red for me is much different from the Code Black. Both have the same amount of length but the Code Red has a much more predictable ball motion and for me it creates better angles to the pocket which gives me better carry overall. I have thrown this ball anywhere from 2nd arrow on heavier oil to 4th/5th arrow on broken down tournament lanes. I’m very confident in the balls ability to hit hard from anywhere.
I recommend this ball for anyone looking for a strong hybrid and wants control out of their ball. The Code Red is a great tournament ball because of its ability to handle multiple conditions. It’s also a great ball for lower rev players on normal house shots.
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I drilled up my CODE RED the same as my original CODE BLACK, 75 x 5 x 35 which is my favorite drilling for stronger balls as they retain energy in the back end of the lane more this way for me. I noticed right away how much earlier the CODE RED is compared to the original CODE BLACK. I get continuous motion and can play multiple angles with this ball as long as there is enough head oil present. The CODE RED is a great compliment to the CODE BLACK as an earlier reading piece when your CODE BLACK is too long to the spot.
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LANE CONDITION
Length:44'
Volume:HEAVY
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):MODIFIED HOUSE SHOT
CODE RED
I was so excited about the release of the Code Red, and believe me it doesn't disappoint. With the Code Red and the Code Black these are two that you can't go wrong with.
I got my Code Red before I went to a tournament at a center that I knew played real slick, it was going to be a 44' modified house shot. So before I went I had sanded my Code Red down with a 2000 abralon pad. So my review about the Code Red IS NOT BOX FINISH. So at the tournament I started with a big asymmetrical solid for a couple of games. Then it wouldn't go through the pins like I needed so I switched to the Code Red. With the Code Red even at 2000 it cleared the fronts and was a stronger movement on the backend to go through the pins like I needed. It was an 8 game block and I used it the last six games. The pattern we were bowling on wasn't flat in the middle but it was flatter than a typical house shot. I was really surprised how clean the Code Red through the fronts with it dulled down.
Since the tournament I have put my Code Red back to as close to box finish that I can do. Now the Code Red is super clean through the fronts with an incredible backend motion.
This will be a great league or tournament ball for all bowlers.
Likes:GREAT BALL
Dislikes:NONE
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
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I loved my Code Black, so I was really looking forward to the Code Red. I drilled my Code Red the same way I drilled my Black with Dual Angle numbers of 55* x 4.75†x 65*, which for me puts the pin under my bridge and the MB near my VAL with a weight hole near the P3 location.
I have the Code Red about 5 boards stronger overall from the Black and reads the mid-lane much sooner. Now the Red has a stronger hybrid coverstock which makes a huge difference.
My Code Red actually rolls the best at 4,000 Abralon with no polish. I can see a lot of rev dominant players taking some of the shine off of this ball to fine tune it with great success.
Where this fits for me is just underneath my Sure Lock. When the head oil starts to go and the sure lock is picking up too quick, the Code Red is a great ball change.
I love hybrid covers, so having the Code Red in my bag is pretty much a given for me now.
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Storm Code Red review:
Label with 5 inch pin from PAP
44ft THS on Kegel Ice oil on older HPL surface
Ball at BOX surface – 1500 grit polished
What I Like: I tested on fresh THS and THS that had about 10 games on the left hand side of the lane. I found on fresh, that even how “strong†this ball is, it was more predictable then the Code Black, and did not develop over / under like the Black did as my test session went on. I noticed that the ball reaction and ball angle was not that much different on the burn THS and I could stay consistent with speed and release and did not have to tinker around much. Did notice the ball does carry better for me when the oil is starting to carry down. I feel this cover and core is a very good fit for REV dominant player like me. The ball is RED HOT!!!
#StormNation #IAmStormProud Roto_Schlem#SquadRG
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Storm Code Red Ball Review by Mark Michalek
In my opinion the Code Red is the most versatile ball currently in any line. I've had the surface 1000-4000 and had a completely different reaction at all 4 levels. Normally surface adjustments will tweak ball reaction but with this coverstock surface changes have completely change the ball motion. While some bowlers may not like the cover being that sensitive and having to keep up with the maintenance to keep the same motion week to week, for tournament bowlers this ball is great on every pattern. I highly recommend anyone looking for a high performance ball to give the Code Red a try.
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Ball Motion Analysis Video:
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The Code Red is the latest hybrid covered asymmetrical in the premier line of Storm bowling balls. The Code Red uses the same RAD-4 core, found in the Code Black, while still using R2S cover, but being a Hybrid version. THe core numbers of the RAD-4 are 2.50 rg, 0.058 diff, and 0.020 intermediate diff. The Code Red comes out the box with a 1500 grit factory polish.
I drilled the Code Red using a 4 x 5 x 2 ¾ , to compliment my 4 x 5 ½ x 2 ¾ Code Black. The Code Red in the box finish, rolled a slight bit earlier and smoother off the spot than the Code Black and still has that easy skid through the front of the lane. I could stand at the same spot, but just see the transitional shape of the ball a little differently, and a slightly heavier roll through the pins. On a house condition in box finish, the Code Red and the Code Black (I returned the Code Black back to a polished finish using Storm step #2 for testing purposes), even with the slightly stronger PSA, aren’t really that different of a reaction. I decided to add a little surface to Code Red just as I originally tried with the Code Black, and this is when I started to see a bigger difference in the two balls. Hitting both balls with a slightly used 3000 grit abralon pad, the Code Red started up much earlier, by about 2-3 feet, and had a much more defined shape through the backend of the lane. I had to move 2 and 1 further right with the Red compared to the Black (already a 2 and 2 move right with Black after adding some surface) to catch a little more oil and angle to give the bigger move down lane the right amount of room to get to the pocket. To recap, from box finish, to a 3000 abralon finish, I had to move my feet and mark a total of 4 and 3 right, to get back into the pocket.
The Code Red with surface adjustments, has more overall motion through the lane pattern than what the Code Black has. I’m glad to see some strong core bowling balls use some covers that aren’t the strongest available on the market. I still bowl in a center that is using an older oil, that isn’t the really slick new stuff that you need “snow tires†on the ball to gain traction. If you are looking for a strong asymmetrical ball hook shape, but find that some of the new covers seem to slow down too soon or cover too many boards, look at trying the Code Red by Storm. Thank you for taking the time to read my Code Red review, and bowl up a Storm!