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Storm IQ Tour Nano Features:
- Color: Black/Hunter/Red All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown.
- Coverstock: NRG Solid Reactive Nano
- Core: Centripetal Control Core (C3)
- Finish: 4000 Grit Pad
- Lane Condition: Heavy Oil
- RG: 2.49 (15# ball)
- Diff: 0.029 (15# ball)
- Fragrance: Apple Cider
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LANE CONDITION
Length: 41
Volume: 20ml
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS
COMMENTS
Likes: This ball is without a doubt a great addition to the Storm line.
I didn't like the VG nano so i was skeptical. Apparently it was the core i didn't like b/c this ball gets down the lane so clean and just wants to annihilate the pins from any place on the lane, and accomplishes the task.
Drilled 60x4x40, ball can some back from most area of the lane on a house shot. I haven't tried it on sport yet, that will be this weekend.
If you have been waiting to choose a ball, this ball comes out in 2 weeks. Make sure you preorder it now.
Dislikes: non yet
PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
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The IQ Tour Nano is another great release in the IQ line by Storm. I you liked the IQ Tour Solid here's another great piece for you. This ball has the same motion as the IQ Tour Solid but it's got it beat with a stronger cover for that mid-lane read. I drilled the IQ Tour Nano at 80 x 5.5 x 60 and I love the shape that it gives me down lane. This ball is incredibly smooth off the spot so I don't have to worry about anything jack-knifing through the pocket and leaving me with a crazy split or washout. This ball is really going to complement my Crux & Zero Gravity really well on medium to oilier lane conditions. Whenever I have the pocket, but start leaving corner pins with either of the other two this ball gives me another motion that is sure to help me out and finish strong.
Video: http://youtu.be/SOK69pXLOao
Samuel Benifield
BowlersMart Buford
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Storm IQ Tour Nano Review by Casey Murphy
Orientation: Right Handed
Rev Rate: 375 RPM
Speed: 16-17 MPH
PAP: 5 across ¾ up
Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO
Pattern: High Volume THS
Layout: 55, 5, 45
Just when you thought the IQ series couldn’t get any better, here comes the IQ Tour Nano. This is a beefed up version of the original IQ Tour. The IQ Tour Nano has the NRG solid cover and man does this ball pick up an early heavy roll. This ball will handle a good volume of oil and let me caution you, it needs a lot of oil too!
The IQ Tour Nano should be effective on most house patterns and heavy volume patterns. It has the same predictable motion you expect from the IQ Tour series but with the new cover you get that Nano aggressiveness that’s come before in the Marvel-S.
IQ Tour core, Marvel-S cover. This is a combination that equals a must have from Storm.
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My IQ Tour Nano Layout: 45º x 3 3/4" x 65º
The IQ Tour Nano continues the legacy of the IQ Tour balls and is noticably stronger than the ball that started it all, the IQ Tour Solid. The Nano is much smoother than the original solid thanks to the additional traction provided by the NRG cover.
Conditions I have used the IQ Tour Nano on: So far I've only had the chance to use the IQ Tour Nano on house conditions and the cover can chew threw the oil rather quickly. I saw the lanes change quite a bit over a game or two of bowling with just me on the lane.
Where the IQ Tour Nano fits in my bag: The IQ Tour Nano sits just below my Crux in my bag, both are very suitable to fresh/heavier volume conditions but the Nano would be my ball of choice when playing up the boards is the better option.
When I use the IQ Tour Nano: I expect to use the Nano quite a bit on heavier volume/shorter sport shots.
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LANE CONDITION
41ft THS
12:1 ratio
24ml
COMMENTS
We had 3 testers test drive the new Storm IQ Tour Nano with rev rates ranging from 375-450.
The Storm IQ Tour Nano is a strong ball that’s very punchy. With the lower diff of this ball, it allows for a potent move off the backends. Adding this core to the NRG cover means this ball really stands up past the midlane. Nobody saw the ball labor to transition whatsoever.
The lower the rev rate, the more versatile this ball will be for you. I love balls that stand themselves up without the bowler having to do much. The low RG and low diff are a perfect match for the NRG cover. This ball is stronger and more aggressive than the Zero Gravity. The Zero Gravity is smoother off the spot. The IQ Tour Nano is a symmetrical compliment to the new asymmetrical Storm Crux.
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PICTURES AND/OR VIDEOS
http://tamerbowling.com/storm-iq-tour-nano-bowling-ball-review/
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IQ Tour Nano Ball Review by Walter McKnight
Lane Conditions: Medium-Heavy Oil
Typical Conditions: Variety of Shots
Type of Lane: Combination
What part of the lane did you play? Third Arrow
Weight of bowling ball: 15
Surface of bowling ball: Factory/Box
What grit was the surface of the ball? 4000
Likes: The amount control on the backend and the smooth motion down lane.
Dislikes:
The Newest Edition in Storm Master Line, The IQ Tour Nano. The IQ Tour Nano uses the high revving C3 Centripetal Control Core, seen in the IQ Tour Solid, IQ Fusion and IQ Pearl it is truly a versatile core. That in combination with the highly aggressive NRG Nano Cover gives this ball a shape unlike anything on the market. The IQ Tour Nano comes out of the box at 4000 and shreds through the heaviest of oil conditions.
I drilled my IQ Tour Nano similar to my IQ Tour Solid.
40º x 4 3/4" x 60º The pin is under my ring finger and the CG is swung out about 45º the weight hole was drilled between P2/P3. I find this ball works great on a heavy to medium conditions. The cover is very strong but the ball is smooth and controlled. I found my IQ Tour Solid hooks about 3-5 boards more on the back end and has a similar motion. If I keep tight angles this ball is devastating once it hits the pocket. If I move in and slow hook the lane the IQ Tour Nano is angular and smooth. This ball is not condition specific and would match up well with a variety of styles and deliveries. I would suggest this ball for anyone looking for a smooth, powerful and controlled motion. No skid flip here but plenty of hitting power.
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Layout: 3 5/8 x 4 3/8 x 2 1/8, for heavy oil and mid lane roll
Condition: 41 ft THS, not ideal for what I wanted to test ball on, but couldn't find anything longer longer.
The ball picks up early and rolls well. the pins stay low and go straight back. It is less then my crux but more then my optimus fit is perfect! This is another home run for storm. Go visit your local pro shop on December 9th to pick one up. This will make an awesome Christmas gift.
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Storm is continuing its awesome !Q line with the new IQ Tour Nano!
This one is a fresh oil monster.
For me its a super smooth motion like the IQ Tour, but earlier and smoother. When they are too snug for the IQ tour this ball compliments it fantastically for my game. Even as the lanes begin to dry up and become unfavorable for the Nano it still hits hard and continues to carry for me which is something not seen very often with the stronger equipment.
And on top of all of the great things this ball is capable of doing, it also smells like Apple Cider!!
If you have a house that puts down a heavy pattern. Or you deal with a lot of over/under and you are looking for something to blend that out, this one is a no brainer.
Plus getting a ball this strong that offers this much performance without having to pay the price of a H/P ball is just an amazing deal!
I think this will be a solid that stays in my bag for a very long time!
Layout 45X5X45
Speed 16mph
Rev 250
Christina Hardee
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The IQ Tour Nano is the latest Master line bowling ball from Storm. The Tour Nano uses the same C3 Centripetal Control core as the previous IQ Tour balls. The addition of the Nano cover stock gives bowlers a ball that has the capability to handle more oil than the previous Tour releases. The 15lb Tour Nano has an RG of 2.49 and a differential of 0.029. The Tour Nano comes from the factory with a 4000 grit pad finish and is easily adjustable for the lane condition you are bowling on, and smells like Apple Cider. The color combination of black, hunter green, and red and overall look of the ball reminds me of the Second Dimension, an old time favorite of mine.
I drilled my IQ Tour Nano 4 x 4 ¾ x 2 ½. This is the same layout I have on my favorite IQ Tour solid. Comparing the two, the Nano is much earlier and has a continuous reaction, making the Nano seem like a beefed up IQ Tour Solid; whereas the Fusion and the IQ Tour Pearl has more of a hook set motion for me. I have had good success with the Tour Nano on Scorpion, and a few other unnamed patterns that have some volume up front, but lower left to right ratios. The Tour Nano has taken to cover stock changes easily and doesn’t have a problem slowing down too early with even as much as 500 grit abralon. The Tour Nano will cover a lot of boards even with more surface on the ball. Some have found that the Marvel S was way too early and strong for their needs. The IQ Tour Nano will give those bowlers the traction that you need for heavier oil, without the ball over flaring or quitting on them.
I have found my IQ Tour Nano to be the perfect step down from my Marvel S. Seeing the cover read the lane very similar, but having less flare, allowing me to use the Nano when there isn’t as much built in “hold†on the lane is a huge benefit. I can also use the Nano on house conditions that has a lot of oil up front, but is a little shorter in length. I can see where I will be using the Tour Nano on shorter, high volume patterns, and longer, light volume patterns where I want to keep my angles in front of me. The Tour Nano is a step up from the Fusion, and a perfect step down from the Marvel S. The Tour Nano will give bowlers a unique blend of traction as well as downlane motion.
Thank you for taking the time to read my review of the IQ Tour Nano. Don’t forget to always bowl up a Storm!
Tommy Gollick
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IQ Nano storms newest ball to there master line.First things first great choice.this ball is going to bring alot to the line up for sure,could not ask for a better ball reaction then this.Storm taking the IQ tour and adding the nano cover to it just made this one of the best balls on the market again.When i took mine out of the box first thing i liked about this ball was the colours and sent yummy lol.I took the box cover down to 1000ab then i used storms polish threw the storm factory machine (great polish). when i took it out of the maching it looked amazing really brought the colours out of that ball layed it out 50x5x50.i wanted this ball for when i wanted to control the backend but still had good recovery with great midlane as well,its motion down lane is so amazaling smooth its awsome.Reminds of the tour just a little stronger cause of the nano cover.Dont wait,get the next best storm ball on the market today.
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Introducing Storm's Latest addition to the Master Line, IQ Tour Nano. The IQ Tour Nano uses the infamous C3 Centripetal Control Core used in the IQ Tour Solid which is one of Storm's most popular balls. The Nano has the NRG Coverstock seen in the Virtual Gravity Nano & Marvel-S. This ball comes out of box at a 4000 grit abralon finish with a scent of Apple Cider. Let me tell you this ball smells and looks like Christmas haha with the black, red, and hunter green colors. I drilled this ball pin up with a 5" Pin to Pap and 5" Cg to Pap Layout.
Out of box, the IQ Tour Nano gave me a clean look through the front part of the lane while reading the mid lanes with a smooth, controlled finish. Even though being such a smooth reaction, this ball packs a huge punch when hitting the pocket. The reaction of this ball is very smooth with a moderate hook potential. Compared to the original IQ Tour Solid, I could see that the Nano was 5-6 boards stronger and read the lanes a foot sooner than the IQ Tour Solid. After the video shoot with this ball, I changed the surface to a 1500grit polished finish for my upcoming tournaments I had. I gotta say; I really like this ball at the polished finish over the OOB finish for my game. It matches up better for me on sport conditions. It gives me great length and a stronger pop off the backend with this surface adjustment.
Based upon performance, I will give the IQ Tour Nano a "B+." Fits perfectly right in the middle of everyones bag. Looking at the Cosmetics of the ball, I absolutely love it! This ball gets the "A+." I love the awesome apple cider scent and the amazing colors of this ball. It almost reminds me of the Second Dimension.
This ball will give all bowlers a great amount of hook with a controlled motion. All types of players and styles will fall in love with this ball.
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Storm/Roto Amateur Staff
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Lay Out: 5" from PAP at 75* PAP angle and 35* VAL angle. Dual angle measurement would be 75/5/35. The pin ended up about 1/2 above my ring finger with the CG slightly swung out from the ring finger. No weight hole as I wanted the direction change to be smooth with the possibility of tweaking with a weight hole.
Surface: Box which is 4000 abralon.
Purpose: I wanted a stronger ball that was controllable when the lanes had a longer pattern without much shape.
Observations: The !Q Nano is just as advertised. I threw it some side by side with the Crux, Prodigy, Lucid, and Zero Gravity. The only one of those that it did not outhook was the Crux. The Crux had a little more downlane motion which makes sense because of the Crux specs. The impression that I get from the !Q Nano is that it is also the right marriage of core and cover. I had a MarvelS and Virtual Gravity Nano. Both successful pieces from Storm. Neither did much for me compared to other more controllable strong cover balls in the Storm line at that time (Zero Gravity, Marvel) I would imagine it was the dynamics of the ball just not matching up to my softer speed. I also have noticed that the shell takes shining pretty easily. I got a small glaze of "lane" shine just from the testing that I did. I also noticed that the more glazing it got, the better the downlane motion got. I may put a weight hole in this and hit the cover with a light shine to try it that way.
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Conditions: THS (38 feet, medium-heavy volume, also 38 feet, medium volume)
WTBA Tokyo
The IQ Tour Nano is the result of pairing the Centripetal Core from the IQ series with the NRG coverstock. The thing that stands out to me the most about this ball is the versatility. It can handle more oil than the IQ Tour Solid, but the core also keeps it usable on just as many conditions, and perhaps more. In the current lineup, it fits just under the Crux in terms of hook, and is complimented well by the IQ Tour Fusion.
On a typical house shot (THS), the Nano clears the fronts extremely well, has a good midlane roll without wanting to hook early, and makes a strong, continuous backend movement from anywhere on the lane. This is a ball that you can continue to use the entire set by simply moving as the lane transitions. It experiences no loss of energy, carry, or drive as you get deeper on the lane, in fact that is one of its strengths.
On WTBA Tokyo, the versatility is even more apparent. I have the same roll, hit, carry, and continuation from straight down 5 as I do laying the ball down on 35 out to 14. This ball offers a combination of power and control that will give you a look on sport patterns that isn't offered by any other ball out there. As illustrated so well by PBA champions Anthony Pepe and DJ Archer, this ball can be used by a wide variety of styles on very different conditions.
In summary, the IQ Tour Nano is quite possibly the most versatile ball I've ever thrown, and if you're looking for the "it" ball for tournaments like the USBC Open Championships, I feel very strongly that this is the one. It takes extremely well to coverstock changes to really dial it in for your specific game. The attractive black/hunter/red color combination also makes it easily recognizable, and the apple cider scent makes you look forward to opening your bag every time.
Luke Rosdahl
In The Zone Pro Shop
Storm Advisory Staff
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Ball: !Q Nano
Layout: 90 x 2 1/2 x 50 - box condition
Test pattern: 42 ft house pattern on Brunswick Pro Lane surface and Kegel machine
Results: I have been using this ball just strictly at 2 different centers with very similar house patterns and identical surface and conditioner products. Due to the harder surface and the way I like to play the lanes at these 2 centers. I basically start my feet at 22 and look right at the farther sight board and as the nights go along depending on the play on my side of the lane, I actually move left with my feet and just look a little pass the sight board to allow me to get straighter with the ball. You heard it alot about how this ball is a benchmark ball, and this ball is a benchmark ball, well, for a league bowler, this is the ball I would own.
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What can I say but WOW! This ball does not disappoint as Storm Continues to show why they are the best in the business.
The Newest Ball in the much Loved Master Line. The IQ Tour Nano is an absolute beast! Matching up the IQ’s legendary, high-revving C3 Centripetal Control Core with The ultra-aggressive NRG Solid Cover this ball has no problem getting through the fronts clean and generating its power down lane at just the right time.
I drilled 3 of these and they are the 1st balls out of my bag. I used these so far on all conditions from house shots to kegel challenge patterns and surprisingly enough I was able to use one of the 3 on all shots for the 1st few games before the lane completely broke down.
Number's on my 3 are as follows,
30 x 5 x 90 ( Rico ) This layout is excellent if your looking for that trick ball when the lanes blow up and you need that simple motion to control the lane better.
40 x 4-1/2 x 45 ( Pin up- Center Hole ) This one I brought down to 3000 then added some shine to the cover. With this layout I can stay in that hook spot longer and it clears wonderfully.
50 X 4-1/2 x 45 ( Pin up - No Hole ) whit this I can create more Down Tilt. Excellent on shots I need to get way in on.
I hope this helps anyone considering this Ball. you will not be disappointed.
Joe Pompilio
Storm Amateur Staff Player
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Length: THS 41'
(Chameleon 43')
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):
The IQ Nano is quickly becoming one of my favorite balls in my bag! The IQ Nano is the newest ball in Storm's master line, with the C3 Centripetal Control Core with the NRG reactive coverstock. It has a 2.49 RG with a .029 diff. I drilled this ball exactly like my IQ fusion (pin is above ring finger, CG slightly kicked) and I was very happy with the results. The ball roll is very similar, with the exception being the IQ Nano rolls sooner because it is stronger. When I bowled on Chameleon with this ball, I could start with this ball on fresh, and stay with it through transition. When this ball did become too much for me, a quick ball down to the IQ fusion worked well. I would say the IQ Nano hooks about 3-5 more boards than my fusion. Based on my experience, this ball is very similar to the Marvel S. When there is more oil in the middle, I find the Marvel S to be effective. However, when there is less oil in the middle of the lane, the IQ Nano fits perfectly. I think this is a good ball for bowlers that felt the Marvel S might have been too much ball for them especially.
One other observation I found is that this ball works very well on house patterns. The house pattern I bowl on is 41' with some push in the middle of the lane. While using the IQ Nano, I can get deep inside and cover quite a few boards while still being able to kick the 10 out and can throw it the whole night. I truly think bowlers will be very happy with this bowling ball. Thank you for reading, go pick up an IQ Nano! #STORMNation
Kevin Donovan
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The drill that I have on my IQ Tour Nano is 3 1/2"x 5"x 3" (Pin through the middle finger). As for me, I tend to struggle on longer oil patterns. This particular layout helps me out alot with ball motion down the lane. For surface, I left it at factory (4000 grit), which i believe is plenty of surface to start off with. Its in a continuous roll down the lane, smooth archy motion as it exits the oil pattern. This ball is my favorite ball in the IQ tour line that storm has to offer. I strongly recommend that this is the ball to start off with either it be in your local house shot league or some of the fresh longer patterns! This ball needs to be in your bag!
Josh Johnson
Storm Amatuer Staff Player
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IQ Nano Review by Storm Staffer Tony Marino
The IQ Tour is one of my all-time favorite bowling balls, so needless to say, I was chomping at the bit for the IQ Nano. The Nano combines the Centripetal Control Core (C3) with the solid NRG coverstock. I drilled my IQ Nano 4.5†x 5.5†with a 3†pin buffer and no weight hole.
I have thrown the Nano on a couple medium to medium-long house patterns, as well as a few medium and high volume sport patterns. This bowling ball is just as advertised. Unless you are a speed dominant player, this ball needs oil in the front part of the lane. The best way I can describe it, is a smooth and even rolling ball that does not hesitate in heavy oil. I initially threw it against my IQ Tour Solid, a Crux and a Zero Gravity. The IQ Nano read the lane earlier than both the IQ Tour and the Crux, but not quite as early as the Zero Gravity for me. The Nano gave me a smoother, more predictable motion than the Crux and the Zero. When the Zero Gravity reacted too quickly off the dry, and the Crux and IQ Tour floated through the breakpoint, the IQ Nano read the pattern correctly and the smoother motion of the C3 core allowed me to stay in that zone longer. For me, this is the reliable motion that I love about the IQ line, with a coverstock that will allow me to use it in heavier oil.
The IQ Nano is quickly proving itself to be a great ball for flatter oil patterns for me. Much like the IQ Tour, the Nano will most likely find its way into my bag for every tournament I travel to. I haven’t had as much luck with it on house patterns as of yet, however. I drilled this ball with tournaments like the USBC Open Championships in mind, so the extreme wet/dry of house patterns don’t quite match up well with this ball at this layout for me. I may drill a second Nano with a 5†pin and a 4.5†pin buffer, which is my ideal layout for house shots.
I love my Nano so far, and I recommend it to a lot of my customers at the pro shop who are more speed dominant or for those looking for a smooth heavy oil ball.
Want to see what I am talking about? Click this link to see my video which compares the Storm ball mentioned in this review.
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The IQ line has been hit or miss for me. One of my all time favorite bowling balls is the Pearl IQ Tour. The solid IQ tour and original IQ have been good, but I always seem to match up better with something else.
I put my standard layout on the IQ Nano, pin above middle finger, CG kicked out at 45 degrees with a small hole near my axis.
I have used the Nano on a variety of patterns and found my best reaction to be on the fresh or on shorter patterns like the Cheetah.
The Nano is very smooth, which is why it works best on fresh and short patterns. For me it controls the back of the lane and gives me a consistant smooth roll that is very predictable.
Comparing it to the IQ Tour, the Nano is much smoother. I can start with the Nano, and when I need more angle down lane, I go to the Solid or pearl IQ tour.
When comparing it to the Crux, the Nano is smoother off the spot and about five boards weaker.
The Nano is a great benchmark ball. When you need something smooth and predictable on the fresh, Storm doesn't have anything better than the Nano.
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Storm IQ Tour Nano Ball Review by PJ Haggerty
The IQ line from Storm has been a very versatile and dynamic line. Bringing symmetrical pieces with strong covers and low differentials to the table, it’s been a line that appeals to all players. Before the Nano was released, my favorites were the IQ Tour Solid and the IQ Tour Fusion. The IQ Nano is a different shape that we haven’t seen from the line yet and I love it. My thoughts with the IQ Tour Solid and IQ Tour Fusion are that the response times are quicker. The difference I see with the IQ Nano, because of the famous Nano cover, will slow that response time down a bit.
I’ve drilled two IQ Nano’s so far. One of my favorite layouts is drilling out the pin in my middle finger with a slight shift and a hole below my axis. This puts the layout at 5 ¼ x 4 ½ with a 7/8 hole two inches below my pap. I’ve left the surface at box and thrown it enough to get some oil in the cover. This is a ball I can use on most conditions. It looks great in transition periods because the cover is still strong enough to read the mid lane, but the core helps the ball store energy.
The second one I drilled I put the pin above my bridge with a larger shift and a hole on my axis. My goal was to create a cleaner, more angular shape. This layout comes out to be 5 x 2 ½ with a 31/32 hole on my axis about two inches deep. I also put a touch of polish on this one to create a much different shape than the first IQ Tour Nano I drilled. This one comes into play a lot more when the lanes have broken down and I have to create more angle.
All in all, I feel you can create a lot of versatility with this ball. Depending on the shape you’d like to see, you can drill the IQ Tour Nano stronger to create an earlier motion, or drill it weaker and apply some Xtra Shine to create a longer and more angular shape.
#StormNation
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Storm IQ Tour Nano
PAP-5 over and ½ up
Ball Speed: 15-17mph
Rev Rate: 300-500
Right Handed
Layout: 4x4x2
Surface Preparation: OTB
Bowling Hand Right Handed
Experience Advanced (I have bowled in a league and PBA)
League Average 220
Ball Speed Medium
Style Cranker
What I wanted from this ball: A strong reaction for sloppy to oily lane conditions and a wider entry angle to hopefully carry out
those corner pins when my angle isnt right. I further wanted a stronger compliment to my entire IQ series of equipment.
Result: A very smooth reaction and a great transition through the midlane. Much more stronger and continuous that my IQ solid. The
NRG cover allowed me to move left early on and open up my shot. With heavy head oil I can tear the pocket up.
I tested this ball on the house pattern that we use at SuperBowl, the new center located in Metropolis Illinois where my pro shop is
also located. Our shot is a modified version of the crown jewel shot. Heavy in the middle and 42ft in length. the outside portion
of the shot falls off to 5 units downlane. Out of the box this ball was a monster. I dont have the speed I used to have so I moved
left immediately and played deep inside swinging the bad boy to the gutter. I was quite surprised at the hitting power and
continuation through the pins. I contined to roll several games playing deep and scored quit well. Once my shot started to dry up
somewhat, I moved even deeper and found success. Eventually the shot became much too much for this ball and I started getting
midlane reaction. Time to put the IQ Tour Nano to rest until a fresh shot.
To sum this ball up: Simply one awesome ball! The IQ Tour Nano allows me to complete my IQ arsenal. This ball is one bad boy and a
very strong piece of equipment. Great midlane read and a very strong mean backend with an IQ angle that carries the corners.
Pro Shop Reaction: Outstanding! This ball has an awesome look and sells quickly. I have drilled several very strong for customers
and have no complaints.
Recommendations: I recommend this ball to everyone. Mainly my customers wanting a big ball that will carry and customers that have
less revs wanting something strong.
Storm/Roto Grip Staff
Sean Baker
Bowl Like a Pro Shop
1107 E. 8th Street
Metropolis, Illinois 62960
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Storm IQ Tour Nano
Layout: 60 X 4 3/8 X 35
Box Finish
Bowler Info:
325 Rev Rate
Speed: 16 - 17 MPH
Pap - 4 7/16 over, 3/8 up
The IQ Tour Nano is an incredible ball for medium, medium/heavy, or even heavy oil patterns, depending upon surface prep. With box finish, I am able to use it on fresh house shot patterns with ease. The Nano has plenty of midlane, but still has enough energy retention down lane to create very good entry angle. The angle down lane also allows for the ball to still be usable while moving left and giving the pocket away more. The roll characteristics of the Nano also make it a favorite to use on many sport patterns.
In comparison to the Nano, the Storm Rocket glides 3-4†further down the lane, with a more pronounced backend reaction. The Rocket is better for medium to medium/dry conditions.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYZRCx4ha1c&feature=youtu.be
Mike LeViner
Bowlers Mart
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Storm introduced the IQ TOUR NANO into the popular Master Line. The IQ Series has become my favorite line from Storm. The Nano uses the NRG™ Solid Reactive Nano coverstock with the low diff C³™ Centripetal Control Core. I drilled mine with my favorite layout 5 x 4 x 3 pin above middle finger. I have a IQ Tour with same drilling. The Nano for me is a little earlier motion and smoother transition off of the spot. Also the Nano can the puddle better than the IQ Tour Solid. The Nano is a very good benchmark ball especially for the tougher sport patterns. Another winner from Storm.
Right Hander
PAP - 4 up 1 /14
Tilt - 15
Rev Rate - 400
Ball Speed - 17
Storm Pro Shop Staff
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Layout: 65 x 5 x 30
Surface: 3000 Grit Pad
When I saw that another IQ was coming out I could not help but be excited. I had found in the past that in tournaments that my IQ Tour Solid would go just a bit longer than needed but if I were to ball up I would have too large of a gap and would end up in between.
Enter the IQ Tour Nano. For anyone who loves the IQ series this ball would be the earliest of them all while offering a very smooth transition off the spot without sacrificing hit power. Where this ball shines is on difficult patterns where you need to control the pocket.
Another thing this ball does is handle transition with ease allowing me to clearly see that its time for a move or change without getting me in trouble so quickly.
I would recommend this ball to anyone who is looking for a strong smooth rolling ball for some heavier volumes of oil. This is a great compliment to any of the other IQ's in the line or for someone looking to fill the gap between a strong Asymmetric and weaker Symmetric.
Check out the video below to see the Crux Pearl compared to the Original Crux.
Louis Narvaez Jr.
Storm & Roto Grip Staff Member
www.strikingresultsproshop.com
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Right Handed
Ball weight: 15
Rev Rate: 378
Ball Speed: 18.2
Axis Tilt: in flux
Axis Rotation: in flux
PAP: 3 9/16 horizontal, 1 3/8 up
Layout: 50 x 4 ½ x 50
I drilled this one for a strong arc. Something for medium/heavy oil, but wouldn’t jump at the end of the pattern. This ball is exactly what I was needing. It rolls off of my hand and just continues to roll until it falls off the back of the deck. The motion is a true arc and it reads the lanes really well. It actually reads well enough that it is a great benchmark.
I’ve only been able to use it on THS, but it’s strong enough that it’s a heavy arc and isn’t too strong on friction. I normally have to start well left of the wall, keeping the ball in the oil longer than I would normally. If it gets to the friction too soon, it would move way too early, but it doesn’t turn into a runaway crossover. The sweet spot seems to be exiting the wall around 35 and allowing the ball to bounce back to the pocket.
The overall motion of the IQ Nano is really good. On fresh or second shift THS patterns it rolls great. It also doesn’t really eat up the pattern enough that I have to ball down. I’ve been able to use it for plenty of full sets.
This may be my favorite of the !Q series. It’s really smooth and quite controllable. It will move plenty, but it’s never unpredictable.
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Hand: Left
Ball Speed: 16-17mph
Ball Weight: 15lbs
PAP: 5 left 7/16 up
Degrees of Tilt: 17
Layout: 3 ¼ x 5 x 2
The IQ Tour Nano is drilled up and to the side of my ring finger with the factory finish of 4000 grit abralon. The IQ Tour nano is a smooth solid but stronger than its big brother the IQ Tour Solid. Hence the name nano it has the nano technology cover stock that was from the Virtual Gravity nano but still the unique lower density centripetal weight block. For the people who have the original IQ Tour solid this the nano version is a great compliment when the original solid starts to go too long you can go up to the nano version and get more recovery. Comparing it myself its around a 3-4 board stronger ball than the original which is great to fill in that gap before going up to something stronger.
The best condition for me for the nano has been on fresh condition house shot when I need to have something smooth that does not jump off the spot on the back end. For sport patterns the short to light medium length patterns have been the best suited. Anything longer than about 42 feet on a sport pattern will start to iffy then I would just go to something overall stronger. Pure solid balls like this one has been really great for me and a lot of others as well; really versatile than they have in a while for multiple conditions and lane play. For slower ball speed bowlers you can easily polish over the factory surface to give you more control and length for a house shot or short sport patterns. You can never go wrong with the unique numbers it has to read the mid lane early but keeps the oil flare low and not over reacting so when you need control this is great to have in your arsenal.
If you have any questions about the !Q Tour Fusion email me at garrett.richardson@pinolebowlerssupply.com. I also have a ball video on youtube for the !Q Tour Nano.
Garrett Richardson
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LANE CONDITION
Length: 42ft and 45ft
Volume: medium 42ft and heavy 45ft
Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Sport patterns for both lengths
COMMENTS
Likes: This ball is a great addition to the IQ line. It reads the lane very well and is very smooth and continuous through the pins. I went with a 55*5*50 layout. On the 42ft pattern I was able to open up the lane and the ball read the pattern and rolled very well at the end of the pattern. It gave miss room both left and right. I left it out of the box surface. On the 45ft pattern I hit it with 1000 and it was perfect for the beginning of the block. I was able to play the lane straight and keep the ball in front of me. It read the lanes at the correct spot for the long heavy volume. This ball is a must for any tournament bowler.
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