Post by: admin on December 31, 1969, 06:00:00 PM
Oil.
Post by: Paul Meyer on May 07, 2000, 02:00:00 AM
Post by: Drillmn300 on May 18, 2000, 02:00:00 AM
I drilled it up with the pin over the fingers and shifted the c.g. in the negative finger quandrant and man does this ball work. It has an easy push through the heads and mid-lane and when it hits the dry look out, as with most Storm equipment it keeps the pin low and hits extemely hard. I am not a big particle person but this coverstock is the best I have seen Storm come out with in a long time. I left the coverstock alone on this one and had to play 15 out on the house shot, this ball read the lane nice and it seemed as though I had unlimited error to the right.
Have fun!
Drill
Post by: striker300 on May 23, 2000, 02:00:00 AM
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Post by: PianoMark on December 18, 2000, 08:40:42 PM
This ball goes long and hooks very hard, even on drier lanes. I bowled after a women's league where they don't put a lot of oil out in the first place, and this ball would go very long, set up nicely and really blow away the pins. I could speed this ball up and get an even more satisfying crunch as all 10 go down.
I am trying very hard to kill my hook so I can shoot 10 pin spares with this. Very versatile on medium to drier lanes. I have heavy particle equipment to take care of the floods.
Post by: SplitKing on January 02, 2001, 11:39:13 AM
The drilling is pretty simple. The pin and cg are lined up parallel to my center grip line with my ring finger drilled right into the center of the pin. This gives me great length and gets through the dry middle part of the lane when I utilize some of the remaining head only on the left side of the lane near the left channel.
The reaction of the ball can be categorized as mild to strong depending or how hard I turn the ball. The ball makes a smooth transition to the pocket when there is a little bit or carrydown. I have thrown the ball only once on wet-dry conditions and that was the only time the ball seemed a little "flippy" on me and I could not seem to control the breakpoint.
The hit was the only thing I thought I was not going to like about this ball. For the first 6 or 9 games that bowled with he Eraser the ball did not seem to drive the pocket that well. I had talked with some other local bowlers that have thrown the Eraser and some of them stated that theirs' did not seem to hit that great when they first started using it either. They did say that the ball started to hit better the more that they used it. It turns out that they were correct because I used my Eraser in a tournament yesterday and detroyed the rack.
Overall I think this is a great ball by Storm. It seems like the type of ball that is so versatile that it can be used by league bowlers of all types and levels. Although I used this ball yesterday in a tournament yesterday I do not see myself using this ball that much in tournament competition. The conditions just happened to be right yesterday.
Post by: BadGurl on January 03, 2001, 02:33:21 PM
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Post by: Goof1073 on January 09, 2001, 09:55:56 PM
I drilled mine with pin right above my fingers and the cg at 3 o'clock. The ball started with a 2" pin and moderate top weight so an average sized weight whole on my midplane was required. I drilled it this way to try and get a little more midlane hook and take some of the skid snap out of the ball. **Please check my profile for my style and typical house shot**
For me this ball works well from every angle that I have come across. The only problem I have had is wet dry conditions or when the lanes start to carry down and the shot is inside of 3rd arrow (I'm a righty). On these shots it's a guess if the ball is going to react or not for me. I have seen other people through the same line but with a more aggressive drilling and have good results. I would almost guarantee that this is my problem as well. However...when I encounter this condition I take out my old meteor storm or the rock star. I am looking forward to getting my ti messenger pearl this week. I believe this ball will combat this problem well.
Overall I love this ball...and can't wait to see what storm comes out with next! I rate this ball a solid 9.5 out of 10. Truly one of the great league balls of the year!! GO STORM!
Post by: David Lee Yskes on January 24, 2001, 04:23:35 PM
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Post by: AdrianS on April 02, 2001, 12:14:03 AM
I give it 8/10. Good for the money, Good for length wether your swinging it or going up the lane
Post by: toadbam on April 21, 2001, 01:03:03 AM
That said, I often found it rolling a little early, leaving 8 and 9 pins, and a pocket 7-10. I think the cover a little more powerful than it seems. A few more revolutions might have served the ball well. (We all say that, right?)
This ball will certainly not work on absolutely scorched conditions, or on a flood, but as a midrange ball, I think it has real potential. It's consistent, carries energy well, and it seems to keep the pins low. I recommend you give this one a try--for the money there's not too much to lose.
Post by: DLJ on May 07, 2001, 10:44:49 AM
Bowler style: Cranker (Med ball speed, high rev)
Lane: 35ft oil, buff backend (single oil)
Pin: 4" pin out
Drill: 5" from PAP
Rate: 9/10
Out of the box, this ball reacts much like a polished command zone. It is very controllable that gets down the lane with ease. Lots of skid without pushing the ball too hard.
There is also sufficient back end to bring the ball back into the pocket. This ball will be suitable for most playing styles and it is easy to drill and layout the ball to suit your style and needs.
Easy to control, easy on your pocket, my first ball out of the bag. Highly recommended regardless of your style or skill level. You and your driller will find a way to suit your needs.
Post by: Matrix 300 on June 06, 2001, 03:11:06 PM
First off, this is a Pin-In ball. The pin is out only about 1 1/2 inches. I drilled it with the pin right under the ring finger with the CG angled toward the thumb hole. By doing this, it tamed the ball down a little. But because it is a pin-in ball, it started to roll early on me, which did not let it get through the heads cleanly and therefore hooking too much on medium or medium-dry lanes which are the conditions that I got it for. The only way it reacted good was with a lot of head oil.
I did manage to get some good games out of it though (240, 235, 229, and other good, over average games). I've only bowled 9 games with it, maybe I need to break it in. The thing is, when I was bowling those games, everyone else was bowling 160's and 170's (Sort-of reverse block condition).
I can't compare this ball with a similar one because I have never had one like it, which is why I got the ball. I'm sure that this ball is great. This is without a doubt the BEST ball for your money that Storm has ever produced.
I'd rate the ball a 8.5 - 9 out of 10, but there are some drawbacks to the ball, like sliding too much on oil, but that is not what this ball is meant for. Anyway, great job Storm.
Matrix
Post by: laner7pin on June 10, 2001, 08:35:25 AM
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Post by: agroves on October 03, 2001, 11:57:14 PM
top weight-3 oz.
drilling-3 3/8 leverage with mb in strong position.
box finish
check profile for spec.
very, very strong ball. this ball gets through the heads well and turns the corner. i bowl on wood lanes with tons of backend. the eraser is almost to strong for this house. i originally wanted it drilled to get down the lane farther than it does but now i am glad i didn't. it compliments my other equipment well. because this ball is so strong i am forced to swing the ball and only use it on fresh oil. once the lanes breakdown it goes in the bag, because there is virtually no carrydown to tame this balls reaction. but i knew when i had this ball drilled it was going to be condition sensitive. i give it a 9 overall, very happy with my reaction, it carrys well and a is the best ball for MY money in its price range.
thanks
Post by: clutch on October 19, 2001, 09:48:47 AM
I've also thrown this ball out farther (Swung it) and it has reacted very nicely. I threw 13 out to about 3 or four and at about the 40-45' mark the ball made a very aggressive turn to the pocket. I have really seen an increase in pin action from this ball. More messangers than ever and very good carry.
I reduced the weight on this ball to 15# from my normal 16# stuff. The lesser weight provides me the ability to add speed to the ball which helps it get down the lane. It also deflects a bit more which is allowing me to carry those pesky 8 and 9 pins.
I hope this was a good review. I'm a little new to this review stuff.
Clutch
Post by: LuckyLefty on October 19, 2001, 11:39:16 PM
"OH Yeah!!"
Got a chance to do a little ball test. Using another lefties stuff. His finger pitches are not the same but close to mine. Both balls 16lbs, I usually use 15.
Had a chance to try two of the great balls of the past year drilled exactly the same. Label or 4 X 5. The two, this Eraser and a Ti Messenger Pearl.
My specs lefty 14 to 15 mph speed at the pindeck and about 14 revs.
There's an oil shortage in my area and lately most balls are too much for me.
10 to 10 pattern and not a long pattern. Most balls have two much backend for me on these conditions due to side release and soft speed.
Not this beauty! Just perfect. Lots of length, smooth powerful backend and BIG Carry. Just as I thought the Ti Messenger Pearl was quicker to make its move as it exited the oil pattern(more midlane) and covered more boards on this shorter pattern. Carried just as well but with lower pocket percentage.
My view is the Ti Mess Pearl is a stronger cover ball while the Eraser is a little cleaner and is driven more by its core. In comparing this ball to other balls I use in this category I relate the Eraser to be very similar to the Tiger while the Ti Messenger Pearl is more like the Battle Zone Bullet. Both of these latter two have humungous backends(the battle zone is longer) and are cover strong balls. Both are probably more suited to higher speed players.
I typically use 15 lb due to an injury to my hip a couple of years ago but these balls was sailing smoothly down the lane and carrying much bigger than my 15's.
I might go back! Injury has healed.
I will be trying tomorrow a Messenger Pearl which is little higher RG than the Ti Pearl. I expect it to be very similar to the Eraser. I'll review tomorrow.
Summary. The Eraser as tested is the best ball I've ever used on this shorter oil condition! The ball is very versatile as I've seen many players use it on a more inside swing line by drilling it stacked or cg out. Unless my new Cherry Pearl Messenger is just as awesome I will be owning one of these gems by the end of the week.
Regards,
Luckylefty
Post by: laner7pin on October 21, 2001, 08:00:33 AM
Post by: Crager724 on November 02, 2001, 01:04:03 PM
I don't know the exact drill pattern, but my fingertip are just to the left and above the pin. The lane conditions can best be described as light to medium oil, which is perfect for this ball.
Whith a price that can't be beat, the Eraser is a top notch ball.
Post by: Ramtart on November 08, 2001, 12:07:31 PM
for all the help they've given me. I've been on this board since May this year and my
knowledge of the game has changed alot with the expertise and opinions of bowlers
alike on ballreviews.com. With a combination of different types of reviews, I've come up
with this one. I have read reviews from practically everyone on this board and it has
helped me tremendously with the format. I hope that this review will help others in the
future. Good luck and good bowling to all in the ballreviews.com community. Feedback
on this review is welcomed and greatly appreciated.
Regards,
Ram
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Right Handed
STYLE- Power Player with Hi Revs
SPEED- Medium-Fast
TRACK- High Track (1/2" inch next to middle fnger and over edge of thumb)
BALL - 15lb. Storm Eraser
PIN - 3" inch
COVERSTOCK - Sanded with 1000 grit (wanted to try something different but not too dull)
LAYOUT
4 X 2 With Weight Hole in P.A.P
CG Placed 1/2" right of ring finger and CG kicked out to the right
LANE CONDITION BALL TESTED ON
Wood Lanes
Oiled 5-5 with drier boards outside of 5
Backends start moving at about 45-50 Feet
Hello to all. I've had this ball since December 2000. I originally kept the ball with it's
out of the box polish finish but I decided to dull the ball a bit to see what it would do on
heavier oil. The house I bowl at doesn't oil very heavy, but at times they oil pretty long.
I used this Eraser on my Tuesday Night League, First Shift with fresh oil.
I usually play deep with alot of area to swing, but with the longer oil, I didn't have that
luxury. I could've played the outside but I wanted to see if this ball could wheel in the
oil so I ended up playing a deep inside line, but this time tighter as opposed to bellying
the ball to the outside. I started the ball around 20 and swung it to 10. The Eraser with
the dull coverstock gave me a good read as it rolled through mid-lane and gave me a
nice little snap(not too violent) in the back end.
As the night went on, the heads started to get a little lighter, so I put more speed on
the ball. I was surprised how the Eraser mixed up the pins and was forgiving when I hit
the pocket light. It slapped the head pin around and carried light hits for me most of
the night. I was suprised to leave only 1 ten pin the whole night after adjusting my
speed.
During the last game, the heads started to burn up even more, so I decided to stay
with Eraser. I moved left and started the ball around 22 where there was still some oil
to play and still kept my ball speed up. This got the ball out longer and once it hit the
dry it made it's move.
Overall, on this condition, this ball didn't have an over/under condition. It was a nice
match with the way the ball was layed out. Pin about 1/2" inch to the right of my ring
finger and cg kicked to the right towards my P.A.P This makes for a 4X2.
This ball is a different story shined up. For the first 8 months I had this ball, I left it out
of the box shined. The reaction is noticeably different. The ball Skates even further
down the lane and makes a more violent snap at the end.(Goes long and snaps hard
as our Fellow Poster CLUTCH would say hehe) I don't suggest using this ball for heavy
oil since this ball skated all the way down the lane in a tournament I bowled earlier this
year with a very heavy pattern. Maybe the Erase-It might fare better on Heavier
Conditons. With the duller finish on the ball now, the backend reation is tamer, but still
retained it's hitting power(especially on some of the cream puff light hits).
Hope this review helped out. I am looking into getting another Storm Eraser. This ball
seems to be one of the Favorites. Great Mid Priced Ball for the money. Versatile,
Affordable, Fun!
Edited by - ramtart on 11/08/2001 11:04:39 AM
Edited by - ramtart on 11/08/2001 11:06:19 AM
Post by: Shaggy on November 10, 2001, 12:54:37 AM
I purchased a 14lb Eraser and used the Storm Front drilling. The Eraser got good length, reacted nicely in the midlane, and carried well (goodbye 10 pin). I threw a couple of practice games on dry wood lanes to see what the ball would do (221, 206). I then went to another bowling alley that had synthetic lanes with a dry condition and bowled a three game series (247, 209 with 2 open frames , 214 with 1 open frame) for a 670 series. In summary the Eraser is an exceptional ball at a great price.
Post by: Jeffrevs on November 12, 2001, 11:05:34 AM
been a looonng time.
Storm Drilling #1 16 lb.
I'm right handed, medium speed, medium high revs, outside line player, I've been looking for an all around ball that can satisfy most conditions, with dry conditions
being my worst enemy.
Just picked it up today and rolled a game during my lunch hour. Not much to go on, but I've been
away from the modern technology and wanted to post my first experience.
Dry synthetic lanes-
Revved up for my first shot, original line, right foot on 15, fade to the right on approach a touch and
toss her just inside the second arrow. The ball went nice and long even in dry, but she snapped
and I barely caught Brooklyn....WOW, welcome to the modern age of bowling Jeff!!! The rack
carried even though it was a light Brooklyn, which I was impressed with.
One adjustment to the left and BAM, I found my line. After 3 in a row I decided to see if I
could adjust to my original line. So, I changed my release point ( so I'm not so much underneath the ball)
I was more behind it, same revs just different axis and the ball went long again and snapped controllably
and predictably right in the pocket and I buried another 3 in a row! By the way, it hit like a ton of bricks too!
Now, considering the ball only has one game in it, and that it was only one condition, I'm not going
to give this ball a total rating just yet. However, with dry conditions being my nemisis, I was able to
totally control this ball which is VERY promising.
So far so GREAT on the Eraser.
It performs great, looks even better, and smells like a bowl of citrus !
I'll post another review after I've experienced more conditions......I can't wait
Jeff
Post by: Mongo on November 17, 2001, 03:09:08 PM
Back to important stuff...
Specs:
3 oz. TW
3" pin
Box finish
Drilled 5 1/2 X 5 (pin over the bridge)
One thing I had decdided with my new equipment, along with dropping weight, is that my other layouts were burning up too fast and only worked on house shots. Therefore, I drilled up the Eraser for length and recovery.
I got it.
Bowling on a 34' fresh house shot, I learned one thing real quick....the Eraser is a TON of ball. With this drill, I COULD NOT pitch it too far out. I got recovery no matter where I threw it. Smooth through the heads, the Eraser got through the mid-lane nicely, but when it hit the dry, man, I haven't seen hook like that in a while. At one time, I was sliding in the right ditch going coast to coast with it and throwing scouts.
For anybody looking for a powerful ball at a good price, I can't see anything better than the Eraser (well, maybe the Erase-It would give it run). Smooth through the heads, good transition, and HUGE backends. I may have to drill up some more with tamer layouts just do see what all this ball can do.
Post by: TheDude on November 22, 2001, 04:05:10 PM
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Post by: Don B on December 11, 2001, 05:23:10 AM
dozens of bowls, I can't imagine anyone with any bowling experience to
speak of not liking this ball.
I ended up after a few months use on med oil lanes going back to get another
one drilled for breakdown conditions at my regular league house. My driller
changed configuration with a weight hole right at axis. He used to bowl pro
and can watch a bowler throw a few balls and really doesn't pay too much
attention to standard drilling, rather the individual.
That said, I now have both erasers for the changing condition and haven't
had this much fun in years. These are very forgiving balls for the once or
twice a week bowler who's timing isn't right on. It's still challenging but
these balls roll so consistently figuring oil flow is much easier to me now
You can buy two of these balls for the price of one of many of the others and
I've no doubt some of those hit harder under the right condition but the value
built into this product cannot be overstated. Highly recommended!
Post by: StormLefty on January 02, 2002, 03:32:41 PM
Drilled pin above ring, 4.5x4 drilling.
The best bargain in bowling along with the Erase-it. Same covers as the Trauma balls with cores that have similar specs. As indicated by the number of users and reviewers, it is one of the most popular balls ever. The Power Ball core has been used in various styles in many Storm balls and hits hard. The med/low Rg and high differential gives you a ball that will roll fairly early and have some power.
I wanted the Eraser to be my medium to some oil ball and it is. Due to my lower speed (15), I found it to be too much for dry lanes. This is a strong ball if there is dry for it to hook off of! I dulled it slightly to make the reaction smoother off the dry.
Consider your ball speed and the lane condition you bowl on, and this ball will work well for everyone on some condition. Lower speed players should be able to use it on medium to oily. Medium speed like myself can use it on mediums. Higher speed players (18+) should be able to use it on fresh with backends, or drier conditions.
Post by: Canttearemuptipemup on January 13, 2002, 03:38:37 PM
This is completely different from the other balls I have had drilled for me. The others are all drilled to go long and have a strong backend to the pocket. I wanted this ball to be a little tamer. The result is that this ball still hooks harder than the Nasty Nail Extreme I bought at the same time I bought the Eraser. The other difference is that the Eraser hammers the pins. The Nasty Nail Extreme is a darn good ball and it hits the pins very hard, too, but the Eraser erases the pins into the pit. I want to use this ball more, but I need to throw the ball with more speed to keep it in the pocket. I haven't used it an entire three game series, but I used it the last two games today and bowled a 229 and a 236. I average a 201 at this house. The 229 I missed a ten pin in the ninth frame and the 236 game I buried it in the pocket my second ball in the tenth and an eight pin was staring back at me. Believe me, this ball doesn't leave many ten pins and I was very surprised the eight pin stood.
As for my style I'm right handed, stand at either the 23rd or 25th board depending on the house, and roll it out to five before it begins it's trek to the pocket. This ball doesn't disappoint. I'm hoping to use it a lot more. I probably should polish it to take a little of the hook off of it. I rate it a very strong nine of ten. It crushes the pins!!!!
By the way, the other balls I've reviewed are all 16 pounds. I believe I didn't include the weight in the other reviews.
Post by: Kmlewisjl on January 17, 2002, 05:36:21 PM
Hit your mark and it will plow through the pins.
It is a
great ball for everyone that constantly bowls on mid. oiled lanes.
Post by: BigMac on January 19, 2002, 07:20:37 PM
Ball specs:
16lbs
Top weight @ 4.02
Pin @ 3-3.5
Drilled for strong back end. Pin placed 1"(kicked out 45deg) above ring finger; cg right of palm, weight hole further out on axis.
Typical house shot; Medium to heavy oil from the 10's, lighter spread to the ditch, down to 45', clean back ends.
Everything advertised about this ball is nothing less than spot-on. I'm a down-and-in bowler (see profile) and this ball fits the bill; long and big snap to the pocket. All you need to do is to set it at your mark and let the ball work its magic. Even if you pitch it out a bit, it has the motor to make it back home. Wow. Had a 256 this week and I can't wait to get used to it.
Good job, Storm and great job everyone for the posts... keep up the good work.
Mac
Post by: bart00n on February 18, 2002, 06:05:20 PM
overall - med oil: 10/10
heavy oil: 7/10
light oil: 8/10
Post by: goggles on February 21, 2002, 12:37:36 AM
Post by: Track900 on February 22, 2002, 11:41:03 PM
Everything I read said that the ball was awsome. I Agree. The consistency of this ball is absolutley incredible. the roll is awsome and it hits like an absolute truck. It finds the pocket easily, and carries pretty much anything in the 1-3 pocket.
The only weaknesses of the ball are OIL and DRY. But anything in between the ball is absolutely awsome on.
the ball should also fit many styles of bowlers. I have had success going up the lane and also standing against the ball return. The ball responds well to changes in hand position.
definately a great ball for the money, from the best company on the market.
great Job STORM!!!!!! keep it up.
Post by: PopPop200 on February 26, 2002, 12:40:11 AM
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Post by: me_etc on May 09, 2002, 08:32:08 PM
I'm a little behind the pack on purchasing this ball, but now that I have one I have to agree with most of the other comments I've read. This ball is awesome! I had it drilled a 12 o'clock with pin above ring finger, and it's perfect. This ball glides through the oil and then makes a smooth move to the pocket at the end of the oil. I played my first set in a pair with moderate carry down. I know this is not the ideal situation for this ball. However, it still carried really well. It hit hard and smooth. Great job Storm! I can't wait to catch a fresh pair.
Post by: TheGom on May 15, 2002, 11:28:01 PM
Post by: SuperStorm on May 21, 2002, 07:06:34 AM
Drill Specs- Pin@ 4:30, MB On VAL(Storm Front-2nd drilling), Sm. weight hole
I'm probaly the last one to get this ball. I bought this ball as a trial by fire ball. I tried a completly new drilling, this layout has extremly high track flare. I wanted this ball so I could play deep on mediums with carry down and still get a good angle. I quickly found out in a practice session that I was getting exactly what I wanted. Struggled 1st game and a half due to the fresh oil pattern. Once the oil carrydown became significant this ball set up beautifully- It went about 45' (35-8)without too much difficulty and then flared up big time and smashed the rack. Drove straight through pins without deflection. Finished the set with 15 out of 17 stikes. The only downside I foresee is that this ball with this drilling will be a little condition specific but a great addition to my arsenal. I will update with more info when I get a fair amount of games on it.
Post by: Greatness on June 03, 2002, 12:43:53 AM
I got an eraser used and it had a very short span, wierd drilling, and poorly maintained cover. It had a 4" pin yet it was drilled with cg 1" below ring finger and pin way above ring finger at 2 o'clock. Did not like the reaction and the fact i could get very little into it because of the short span. Plugged the finger and extended the span. Now the cg is in the palm and pin is 1/2" above the ring finger. Resurfaced the ball and polished it.
The ball gets more length and is very smooth on the backend. Still needs a little oil in the heads to get down the lane.
Greatness
Post by: Buff Love on June 03, 2002, 10:29:09 PM
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Post by: Soonermike on June 18, 2002, 12:07:23 AM
Soonermike
Post by: Icey on June 18, 2002, 12:55:29 PM
Right Handed
Medium Revs
Medium Ball Speed
Bowling on: Synthetics
I've bought my Eraser back in January of this year, but am just now posting a review. This ball was my 2nd reactive ball ever, and since it was, the Pro shop guy drilled it a little bit weaker than he normally would have. (Pin to right of ring finger and cg to the right of palm)
So far, this ball has been a great dry lane ball with this drilling, and, since I usually play out, really hits the pocket hard. After a while of learning with this ball, it didn't do too well on wet lanes, so using plamor's advice (thanks plamor
) I took a green scotch-brite pad and dulled it up some, and its been like a new ball ever since. If you are looking for a great mid-priced ball that has extraordinay performance, consider buying a Storm Eraser!
Post by: bowler0821 on June 21, 2002, 01:32:15 AM
What I throw with-Right hand
Rev rate-Good amount of Revs.
Wow this is a great ball goes long and hits hard. This ball hits so hard I get quite a few standing 10 pins. Wait ago storm another great ball. Good ball for medium oil and a little dry not too much or this ball will be too much unless you have a really good arm. One of the best balls that I have ever bought.
Thanks Storm for a great ball.
I give this ball a solid 9.5 out of 10.
Go STORM.
Post by: John Figueroa on June 25, 2002, 01:24:33 AM
Ball Specs:
15-pounds with a 2-inch pin
Bowler:
Check my profile.
Results:
As of late, I have been working on making my delivery more repeatable and simple. I currently have a stroker style,with a 45-degree release point, and below average revs.
I was bowling league as a sub,and the lane condition was on the medium side with a slight carrydown. I was bowling 15 out to 10 and the ball just kept hitting the pocket,didn't matter if the shot came in light or dead in the pocket, this ball carried all 10-pins. This ball clears the head area cleanly and reads the mid-lane very well, and at the break point this ball goes into a strong rolling move into the pocket. This is a great medium condition ball for people who has a stroker style.
Tonight i rolled games of:
279-217-297 = 793 series.
Nice results.
John Figueroa
Post by: Boura0606 on July 09, 2002, 09:47:16 PM
Post by: Trauma Line on July 12, 2002, 06:50:43 PM
Post by: laner7pin on September 24, 2002, 02:18:54 AM
Eric Lane
erock666
Post by: MerkinMan on October 09, 2002, 08:59:12 PM
had to have mine resurfaced due to damage from a pinsetter.
Same results......
ball is very versatile....
can play straight up 10 when there wet, or swing 20 when they are bustin, and it still rips racks. Last 2 nights shot 275-259-245=779 and 239-259-299=797!!!
This one is drilled with pin on grip center line directly below the fingers, with the CG swung out 3". Required a small weight hole. Produces medium track flare and extra length. Mine is polished.
For the price, you can't pass up this ball. The Too hot is also a good one for more hooking conditions.
Post by: Canttearemuptipemup on October 14, 2002, 08:17:54 PM
Post by: Icey on October 23, 2002, 06:06:07 PM
I'm still med revs, with medium speed bowling on synthetics with wood backends.
This ball has not hooked at all since I've had it like it did the first 4-5 months. After that time, the ball almost seemed to die. I take care of my stuff, using hot water to extract oil and cleaning with degreasers. The ball still hits pretty hard, but not as hard as it did. The pro shop said this eraser was one of the newer ones that had smaller logos and that Storm may have changed the formula for it. They said some people have had the Eraser for years and it still hits like new. This wasn't the case for me.
I use this ball now for dry lanes, it usually doesn't burn up. I play down and in usually, or swing the ball out to 3-4 board. Hits pretty well, but not as it did a while back. A good ball still, just not the big hooker, it can have trouble on medium oil with no backends.
Thanks, message me with any questions.
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Post by: The great one on November 20, 2002, 01:18:38 PM
The pleasure has been yours.
The great one
Post by: rensuchan on December 08, 2002, 05:52:53 PM
Old House: The shot there was typically medium length, with a dry backend. At this house, I got excellent results with the eraser. I bowled two 278 games, as this ball would get down the lane and turn the corner hard. It recovered if I missed right, and it held if I missed left.
After Moving: When I got up here to Michigan, I could not find an ideal house for this ball. At one house, it just skidded to about 45, then flipped extremely hard, very difficult to control, and basically left the solid 9 pin when I did get it in the pocket. At other houses, I could not get this ball to move at all. It gave me the same amount of hook as my Chaos (just later), which has now gone through the "TEC Death" that I've heard about. It was ok at some houses, but I never got the same reaction I did from that house in Virginia. I ended up selling my Eraser to somebody with a lower RPM rate, and it worked great for him.
Overall: Good ball for a shorter oil pattern, works good on fresher conditions, dies on carrydown. Semi-versatile, not for heavy oil. Gets through the heads better than any ball I've ever owned. I'd give it an 8.5/10
Post by: Hoyt on December 22, 2002, 08:03:29 AM
Post by: Canttearemuptipemup on January 19, 2003, 02:59:30 PM
I cleaned the ball with some generic ball cleaner and it didn't help. Last week I put it in the oven to get the oil to come out of the ball. I had never done this before, but the oil did present itself as the oven warmed up. I used paper towel to wipe the oil off the ball and when it appeared that the oil was all but gone I used hot water and dish soap to clean the ball. This didn't appear to do any good either. I used to rarely use this ball to cover a ten pin spare because it would hook too much and miss the ten pin, but since mid-November this is the ball I have been using for the ten pin.
Overall, though, this is a darn good ball. It still works well depending on the house, but this ball gave up at the house I was having the best luck with it. I would buy another Eraser. I'd drill it to be more aggressive, though. Shoot, for the price, this is an excellent ball.
Jan. 28, 2004....I had this ball given a brief going over with 800 grit sandpaper at the Nationals in Memphis the first of April, 2003. The Storm rep took about five minutes to dull it up. WOW!! this ball was never better. Averaged a 230 for the first six weeks of bowling. Than, it gave it up, again. So, I have just taken it in and had it plugged and redrilled for maximum hook. I also had lifts put in the finger holes. Never bowled with lifts before. I'll be back with the results when I've had a chance to bowl a couple times.
Post by: LuckyLefty on February 03, 2003, 07:18:13 AM
It really looked good. Too Heavy.
So this one came along (15)but I already had a trauma.
It sat on the shelf about 4 months.
Trauma not drilled right for me, so I finally got around to this beauty.
Pin out 2 1/2 inches. Good healthy top weight near 3.
Formerly a righies ball, I used thumb moved only fingers.
Drilled 4 X 4 1/2 (which looks stacked for me 1/2 inch outside ring finger).
Small weighthole at 6 inches out from grip center to leave me at top of just under 1 and side of 1/2 ounce.
Surface was 1500 with a nice gloss of Black Magic.
My home house is frankly ---- sloppy. OB outside of 10 in the heads and lots of carrydown. Most practice sessions I'd bring this in and it would go straight, just dead straight.
Finally one day it started to probably pick up a little surface and it was a little dryer and it started to go straight and then make a long graceful powerful move to the hole. Smash. Lots of smashes. (it seems to take about 6 games for me to get any pearls I buy new or from righties to start to achieve their total hook).
Next week in league I want to try, a little oilier, dead straight and too late a move at 50 feet back in the bag. Out comes the AMF Evolution Extra(carrydown king).
This week in league out is the AMF in practice, too early is the break point, out comes the Eraser bam that's the look!
(I haven't even scored a game with it yet). Right off the back a couple of quick 220s no opens. Most shots long long long and it looks like it is never coming back and then that strong move that covers a lot of boards bam.
Shots played varied from 11 to 8, 11 to 6 13 to 11 all resulted in smash mouth!
The only time I left sevens was if I bellied too much like 13 to 4, but it still came back!
This ball looks like a real winner for me. Slotted as the longest/weakest in my I need strong backend arsenal. It slots beneath my AMF Extra(shortest), and my shock Zone for length. The coverstock provides a lot of push and can go straight straight straight or be swung slightly.
The move is very smooth and readable but big. Lots of flare for me on a ball approaching 6 inches. Storm balls always flare more for me than other brands.
Other balls that nearly react similarly for me but different.
My elusive but spectacular demolition zone. The demo has a little less push and a rapid and jumpy backend. Flare on the demo for me is only 3 1/2 inches.
My Rebel Ecx was very similar to this eraser but would tend to grab in the midlanes just a little bit quicker. My Ti Messenger drilled with more pin has an extra snap curl at the back that is hard to control but really hits.
Just a notch behind my Red Fuze in its ability to handle medium oil conditions with moderate carrydown this ball is about 3 boards weaker but so much more controllable.
Probably the most controllable pure big hooking pearlish reactive I've used I could see dulling this up for a little more head oil as I've seen on the pro tour. However, for right now I like the easy push to my breakpoint and the great read the ball gives me to the hole!
REgards,
Luckylefty
PS again to rate as good or better than the Rebel Ecx or Demolition Zone is saying a lot. Only because it covers more conditions. I'm recommending this ball to one of buddies who loves the ER on heavier head oil with carrydown for a little lighter heads with similar carrydown. He's seen it and loves the look too!
Post by: Jeffrevs on December 09, 2003, 09:12:16 AM
See profile for more info.......Loved my Eraser, primarily used it for lighter conditions and when the lanes / heads were breaking down. Usually something I can use up 5 or so and have it walk right in.......
Hit never gave up for the time I had the ball. I know why it was so popular for so long.
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JEFF
Post by: Hammerifick on April 09, 2004, 03:11:07 AM
#16
3 3/8x3 3/8
3in. Pin
Light-Med. Oil 39ft.
PROFILE for more INFO...
Well this ball is AMAZING to say the least... I can't really swing it THAT far on Med. oil but I would prefer to play straighter...(15 out to 5) but can swing it out on drier conditions (30 out to 10)
Carrydown isn't a problem with this ball...still reads and rolls up great...on longer patterns it tends to go a teensy bit longer but still rolls up great.
Carry is great...very versatile ball...definitely a ball I would love to see brought back...
THANKS
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TMF
Post by: alry18 on March 23, 2005, 05:53:09 PM
In my opinion, it's a pretty good ball but it's kind of outdated and doesn't hit near as hard as the recently released balls. It's good for medium to dry oil. It also depends on how you drill it too. Keep that in mind when you want to get it redrilled. Tell the driller how you would like it to hook and how long you want it to go before it breaks. I rate it a 8 out of a 10. It's above average but there are better out there.
Post by: GargoyleFlunkie on January 21, 2006, 09:59:22 PM
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Post by: BR Likes Giant Coc on February 23, 2006, 11:11:21 PM
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There's a Storm Brewing on the FasTrack.
Post by: Bowler_Mark on March 18, 2006, 07:46:43 PM
This ball is 15 lbs with a 3.5" pin-out. The pin is directly above my ring finger and the CG is right below it about an inch to the right of my center of grip. I'm a tweener-style bowler with an average ball speed of 17 MPH and slightly above average revs.
The Eraser: Versatile, hard-hitting, and durable (I have over 600 games on it) and it is still in great condition with just two resurface jobs.
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May all your breaks be good ones.
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Post by: titletowncards on February 24, 2008, 10:43:27 PM
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I wish I could find another of these NIB. I will still say this is the Best THS Ball I ever used. It had great carry, especially on light hits, and was very versatile. The Accu-tread coverstock was the best made by Storm. They also used it on the X-Factor.
A true classic that has yet to be matched.
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titletowncards
Post by: Bigtoona805 on April 05, 2010, 02:43:29 AM
And i do want to say I did also bowl 805 with this ball.Makes me want to go back to storm products again......but not bowling much right now.It has a 10:30 drill pattern in it.