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Axiom
« on: March 19, 2020, 11:49:43 AM »
The Storm Axiom is your next statement bowling ball. This ball introduces the Orbital Core and the NeX (Nano Extreme) coverstock which is an upgrade to the NRG coverstock. The NeX Solid reads the lane early like no other but doesn't give up any backend reaction. The Orbital Core has a low RG making it a great match for the early reading NeX coverstock and help the ball resist the urge to change directions down the lane. This ball matches up best on medium to heavy oiled lanes.

Color: Sky Blue/Navy/Slate
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Coverstock: NeX Solid Reactive
Fragrance: Blueberry Muffin
Core: Orbital (14-16#)
Finish: 3000-grit Abralon
RG: 2.48 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.050 (15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
Hook Potential: High
Length: Early

 

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #31 on: June 26, 2020, 06:46:52 PM »
Storm Axiom
Layout: Pin 4 “ and 2” pin buffer
Rev Rate: 325 rpm
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane

The Storm Axiom utilizes the NeX Solid coverstock and Orbital Core.  I am not sure how Storm keeps putting out these amazing bowling balls but they are good at it😊.  I didn’t get to practice with the Storm Axiom after drilling it.  I took it straight to a tournament and threw it into the fire.  The Storm Axiom didn’t disappoint.  It was strong but predictable.  Since then, I have had a chance to try different surfaces.  The Axiom was good with a shine on it but I like it best with about 2000-3000 on it.  The NeX coverstock results in a earlier roll than the Phaze II and strong backend motion.  The difference isn’t much but noticeable when you throw them together.  The Axiom is going to be another Storm benchmark ball along with the Phaze II, IQ Tour, and HyRoad.  This is going to be a good one folks! #Stormnation

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #32 on: July 13, 2020, 09:53:37 AM »
LANE CONDITION

Length: 44' (wood surface)

Volume: 27mls

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


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The not-so-new Storm Axiom. Thanks to COVID-19, I was just barely able to drill and throw it. I put a 5x4.5 layout on the new Orbital core. Couple of nice surprises here. The new N-E-X surface… is the earliest reading surface storm has. And, while I will say the out of box surface is probably too strong for a house shot, don’t be fooled by early read. This ball reads early and then suddenly finds another gear in the hook phase and goes more sideways than I expected.

My Omega Crux… with the same layout… while certainly creating more flare reads the lane in a similar fashion. I think these two will complement each other nicely.

This ball is a great “replacement” for the Phaze II or a ProMotion. If you liked either of those balls, you’ll like the Axiom as well.

Brian Sumner
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https://youtu.be/jTIfIB2Tym8

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #33 on: July 28, 2020, 05:58:32 AM »
I'm writing this review late, It's been a tough road for all us during this pandemic and it's a total bummer that it interfered with the Axiom. This ball is special...NEX and the Orbital are perfect together. If you want a big, strong, smooth bowling ball reaction...the Axiom is your ball. I hope it's not lost in the shuffle. #stormnation

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #34 on: August 15, 2020, 11:48:57 PM »
My Stats
Left Handed
Ball Speed: 15-16 mph
Rev Rate: 375-400
PAP: 4 ½ over by ½ up

Ball
Storm Axiom
Core: Orbital
Cover: NeX (Nano Extreme)
Surface: 3000 OOB
Layout: 50 x 4 ½ x 65

The new Axiom from Storm Bowling features a new and improved Nano cover with the NeX (Nano Extreme). This is wrapped around the low RG Orbital core. The results are Storm’s earliest hooking ball to date. The Axiom definitely lives up to this bill! This ball is incredibly strong front to back on any lane condition. I was most impressed with how continuous the ball was through the pins even with the lower RG and early-hooking cover. At box finish, the Axiom is 3-4 boards stronger than a Phaze 2 and smoother overall. The Axiom will be a great piece for early in league nights when the back ends are flying. This ball will also be a great piece for any sport pattern. Ideally, it will see its’ most use for me on medium to heavier patterns. It never seems to change direction quickly, making it one of the most predictable motions I have seen.

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #35 on: August 18, 2020, 01:28:31 PM »
If you loved the Phaze 2 like almost everyone does the Axiom is definitely for you. A stronger overall ball that starts sooner and handles more oil for me then the Phaze 2 but still produces an unbelievable backend motion!!

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #36 on: August 20, 2020, 07:32:55 PM »
Storm has created another must have ball with the Axiom. This ball will work for almost any player on heavy house shots, and flat sport shots. The Axiom is incredibly versatile all around. I could get left on my THC and get it back with an enormous amount of carry. When I've used it on shorter sport patterns I was able to get right and stay up the back to open up the lane. Layout we went with was 5x3.5x2. Dont miss out on this incredible ball.

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #37 on: August 21, 2020, 12:34:07 PM »
The Axiom is the latest release in the master line of bowling balls from Storm, the bowlers company. NeX solid (Nano Extreme) is the new cover on the Axiom, and is wrapped around a new core called Orbital core. The color scheme of the Axiom is sky blue, navy, and slate, and has a blueberry muffin scent. The numbers in a 15lb undrilled Axiom are 2.48 rg, and 0.050 differential.

The NeX solid cover on the Axiom is the strongest cover to date to be put on a domestic release Storm bowling ball. This cover really creates a lot of traction. I drilled two different Axioms, the first with a 4” pin, and 2.5” pin buffer, the second with a 4.5” pin, and a 4” pin buffer. Comparing both balls at the box finish, the 4.5 X 4 Axiom reacts later on the lane, and the shape off the spot is more rounded and continuous. The 4 X 2.5 Axiom stands up earlier on the lane, and has a more defined shape that rolls forward sooner and heavier towards the pocket. The 4.5 X 4 is better when the backends are really fresh and there is plenty of oil in the heads to get the ball to the spot. The 4 X 2.5 is better when the lane is a little lazier off the spot, but still has that same heavier oil in the front of the lane. I have used the 4.5 X 4 Axiom on patterns with a little less built in hold, and seem to like the 4 X 2.5 when the lane is a little easier because of higher left to right ratios built into the pattern. Using a 4” pin buffer, for me, creates a little tighter flare pattern on the ball, thus keeping the differential of the drilled ball down a bit. This helps me take advantage of the strong cover without too much flare, resulting in me having to give away the pocket too much. The 4 X 2.5 has more distance between the flare rings, and finds it’s forward roll point sooner, therefore works better for me if there is more oil downlane. I do not use inserts or a changeable thumb, so my final drill isn’t manipulating the core as much as what other bowlers may be able to do. I’m fine with that, as I like to use the drilled ball as close to what the manufacturer intended when they designed it. Comparing the overall shape of the Axiom to an Idol, the Axiom seems to slow down sooner and have more board coverage. It’s very similar in shape, just a little more of it; Idol’s big brother, if you will. I also like how the Axiom complements my Omega Crux, as a 1-2 punch. The Axiom is better on the fresh, and then transition sees the Omega at its best.

I like the Axiom. This is a ball that will help speed dominate players get the ball to slow down sooner and create roll to the pins, and with the right layout, can help heavy handed players control wet-dry conditions. The Axiom is a great ball when you use it how it is intended to be used. Dry lanes wouldn’t be the first choice to use an Axiom on. There are plenty of other balls for that kind of condition. Thank you for taking the time to read my review of Storm’s master line release called Axiom. Now go bowl up a Storm!!
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Re: Axiom
« Reply #38 on: August 21, 2020, 02:08:20 PM »
This ball is really strong. This symmetrical piece is at the highest end of my bag. it picks up early for me but continues to hook and not roll out. if you are looking for a strong piece for heavy oil this is what you need.

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #39 on: August 22, 2020, 09:04:26 PM »
My Stats
Right Handed
Ball Speed: 17.5 mph
Rev Rate: 325
PAP: 5 x1 up

Ball
Storm Axiom
Core: Orbital
Cover: NeX (Nano Extreme)
Surface: 3000 OOB
Layout: 70 x 2.5 x 50

The Axiom, with the all new NeX Coverstock and low rG Orbital Core, is definitely the ultimate definition of "hook in a box". I drilled mine with a smaller pin distance to keep the ball from over-hooking on flat patterns since the cover/core combo want to get the ball started up so early. This has allowed me more miss room on patterns that usually don't give any breaks when you fail to execute.

So far I have really liked what the ball gives me as the patterns become more difficult and I am forced to keep my target more in front of me. This is going to be a great addition to my tournament bag for quite a while.

See my video and comparisons here:

https://youtu.be/dI9aFvpOqn4

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Storm Axiom Ball Review
« Reply #40 on: August 23, 2020, 12:40:37 AM »
Hello everyone im here to do a ball review on the storm axiom.Storm is using nano extreme cover stock, rg is 2.48,diff 0.050 and another great smelling bowling ball blueberry muffing yum lol great colour choice as well.When I knew storm was coming out with this ball I was excited cause I knew that it would complement my promotion that I absolutely love.The axiom gives me alot more read in the front and alot of midlane and just as smooth as the promotion,a ball ill have in my bag everywhere I go for sure.I left the ball 3000 ab out the box did not change it at all, I can start with it on alot more volume patterns,then I can with the promotion.I did find it to shine up little faster then my other solids but normal for a ball like this.Ive had great success with the promotion now time to have great success with the axiom.

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #41 on: August 28, 2020, 06:19:39 PM »


Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS


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Likes: Smooth, Predictable

Review by: Kassy Shumate

Unfortunately, COVID has not allowed me to have as much time on the lanes with this ball as I would have liked before writing a review, that being said… Smooth and predictable. When it comes to bowling these are my two favorite words and that is what you get with the new Axiom from Storm Bowling. I would put it as a step up from my Phaze II. Most likely the first ball out of my bag as it allows me to read the lane so well. It really digs in when going through the mid-lane and I believe the more lane shine this ball acquires the more I will like it. Similar to my Pro-Motion which is one of my favorite balls in my bag and loves lane shine. I think the Axiom with create a nice transfer from the Omega Crux on heavy oil patterns.


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Re: Axiom
« Reply #42 on: October 23, 2020, 09:02:55 AM »
I strongly believe the Axiom solid is the best new release in the last few years (if you don’t have one... go get one!) and seeing the Axiom Pearl go down the lane it’s pretty clear that this one is really special too. The pearl has a lot of the same great characteristics as the solid. I am most impressed that even with the pearl cover, the Axiom Pearl still kind of has that strong, grippy, slower response shape.
Mine is drilled with the pin in the ring finger which is about 4.5 from my PAP. The best comparison I can make is it reminds me a lot of the Marvel Pearl. And there aren’t many pearl balls in Storm’s history that have been more beloved than that!

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Re: Axiom
« Reply #43 on: October 27, 2020, 01:27:50 PM »
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Axiom by Storm Bowling
Kassy Shumate

The first word that comes to mind is, WOW. I’ll admit I am kind of bias because symmetrical pearls are my jam but wow, just wow. The motion this Orbital Core creates is simply amazing. I love the original Axiom and I am a huge fan of pearls so this is a slam dunk for me. Superbly clean through the fronts and never gives up on the back. The 8 pin doesn’t stand a chance. The only thing I can compare it to was the Roto Grip Hyper Cell Fused, floats so cleanly down lane then BAM. I have a strong feeling we will be seeing a lot of this ball in the upcoming 2021 season.



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