Check out the Storm Virtual Energy Blackout Bowling Ball – A Fusion of Power and Precision! Step onto the lanes with confidence, armed with the cutting-edge performance of the Virtual Energy Blackout. This remarkable bowling ball takes the renowned foundation established by the Shape-Lock HD Core and elevates it to new heights of sleek sophistication. The Virtual Energy Blackout seizes control with its captivating tour-inspired 1-tone design, a testament to its dominance on the lane. Rekindle your passion for the game, as this ball brings back a shape that you didn't realize was missing until now. Unleash the true potential of your game with the Virtual Energy Blackout's groundbreaking features. The "HD" in the core's name stands for high density, a quality that works in tandem to enhance the ball's performance. By lowering the RG and boosting the weight block's differential, this ball is primed for extraordinary flare potential. With each rotation, this ball exposes a fresh section of its coverstock to the oil, ensuring consistent and dynamic gameplay that adapts to every lane condition. Traditionally, a "hybrid" coverstock implies a combination of solid and pearl components. However, Storm's pursuit of excellence led them to redefine the hybrid concept entirely. Enter the revolutionary pairing of R2S and NeX in their state-of-the-art laboratory. The outcome surpassed even Storm's loftiest expectations. Rigorous testing revealed that the NeX foundation yielded backend and entry angle figures akin to those of R2S, with a unique twist. The slight compactness of R2S's chemical porosity compared to NeX forged a new frontier of performance. Thus, the birth of ReX, aptly known as "Reactor Extreme," emerged as a testament to Storm's unwavering commitment to innovation. The Virtual Energy Blackout Bowling Ball is more than just a bowling ball – it's a game-changer that reshapes your approach to the sport. Dominate the lanes with unparalleled power, finesse, and control. Experience the fusion of cutting-edge technology and expert craftsmanship!

Color: Blackout
All colors do vary somewhat from the picture shown
Core: Shape-Lock HD (14#-16#)
Coverstock: ReX Pearl Reactive
Finish: Reacta Gloss
RG: 2.48 (15# ball)
Differential: 0.052 (15# ball)
Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
Fragrance: Orange Pop

Ball Specs:
Storm Virtual Energy Blackout
REX Pearl Reactive Cover
Reacta Gloss Polished
Shape Lock Core (Asymmetric)
Layout 4.5 x 4.5 with 1.5” Pin Buffer

Bowler Specs:
Right Hand. PAP 5” Over 1/2 up
Rev Rate 300. Tilt 20. Rotation 50.
Speed at release 17

Review:
The Virtual Energy Blackout gives me the most angular motion down lane that I have had in quite a while. The Blackout covers more boards than I was expecting from such a glossy finish. The Blackout gets down the lane nicely but does not go too long probably due to the ball being asymmetrical. The sharp motion on the back drives through the pins hard. This ball is great when you need higher entry angles. I still love black color bowling balls and the silver logos give this ball an elegant look. The Virtual Energy Blackout hooks more than my Fate but a little less than my Exotic Gem. I was very impressed by how this ball comes back from almost anywhere on a typical house shot. I carry some poor shots I don’t deserve due to the sharp entry angle of this ball. I did have a stretch where I kept leaving ring 10’s and at this point I switched to a ball whit a smoother shape on the back and the problem was solved. When I can use this ball in league, I will due to the recovery it provides, but like any ball you have to know when to change lines, speed, or release. I would recommend this ball to anyone who wants that hockey stick angular shape with a strong back end that most look for in a ball. The Blackout has already been popular at our shop.

Summary:
The Virtual Energy Blackout is a very angular ball.
The core and cover on this ball match up nicely.
This ball looks great and the Orange Pop scent is very nice!.

Glenn Wendel
Storm Pro Shop Staff

gwendel@comcast.net
www.stormbowling.com

Got about 40 games on this ball I'm lefthanded last 6 games can't get the 7 pin out, I'm sure it's lane shin what do i hit it with?? 1500 pad? By hand or on a spinner.
Thanks

I bought this ball without much expectation and especially in connection with the general madness of seeing this product again on the lanes. At the beginning, I was really not exited about the ball reaction that I'm saw.  With the oob surface, for me it was really not controllable and I really disliked. After change the surface with a handled 1000 pad, the reaction completely changed for a great strong smooth react. I played a full 5 games 44 feet pattern tournament just with opened my angle more and more and the ball continued to give me a good rounded mid-lane reaction and a big hit at the enter's triangle. So the virtual energy passed from a ball that I'm thinked that I would totaly not used to a ball that follow me on my bag tournament. So, surface changes make sometimes all difference according to our style. #stormnation

Storm Virtual Energy Blackout
Coverstock: ReX Pearl Reactive
Core: Shape-Lock HD
Factory Finish: Reacta Gloss
Layout: 4.5 x 4 x 1

The Virtual Energy name and Shape-Lock HD Core are back with the Blackout. The Blackout has the ReX Pearl Reactive cover found on the discontinued Infinite Physix. The Infinite was much more round and was really good on medium length patterns for me. I can’t imagine throwing this Blackout on medium patterns as it revs up and reads the back part of the pattern very well. The Blackout is easily 5-7 more than my favorite shiny symmetrical IQ Tour Ruby with a similar layout.

The Blackout is a great option for those bowlers needing a bit more hook, as well as bowlers that love to open the lane up.

YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/AuG1ooPgxl8?si=cUY2Onmjb6cRr5gn

Orientation:  Right Handed
Rev Rate:  400 RPM
Speed:  16-17 MPH
PAP:  4 ½ over and ½ up

Location:  Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO
Pattern:  High Volume THS
VLS Layout: 
Layout 1:  5 x 4 x 2 ½  (pin above bridge)
Layout 2:  4 ½ x 4 x 4 1/8 (pin below bridge)

The VEBO is a new Rex Pearl asym.  But unlike the Dark Code and Infinite, the Blackout is SUPER CLEAN and jerky.  It gives me more updated Code Black vibes except it handles oil a touch better.  I’ve had the first versions of Rex Pearl a little too responsive to friction and allergic to oil but this blend of Rex Pearl is perfect!  The VEBO is going to be in my bag a long time!  I love using this ball on a super cliff cause I can gear my miss to tug and it has enough teeth to handle the oil and still roll and tip. 

The Virtual Energy Blackout is a new asymmetric ball in Storm’s Premiere line.  It features the popular and high use ReX Pearl coverstock, which is a blend of their ultra strong NeX formula and their flagship clean, responsive, and controllable R2S formula.  The core is the famed Shape Lock HD core from the previous Virtual and Gravity line releases, which comes in at a 2.48 RG, a .052 differential, and a .020 intermediate differential.  The Blackout reminds me instantly of the Dark Code, just longer and sharper.  Same cover, even same color, the core in the Blackout is just slightly weaker.  I’ve used the Blackout on several different conditions with a couple different surfaces.  The factory gloss is too inconsistent and sensitive for me, so I resurfaced it down to 1000 on a resurfacing machine, then finished it lightly with Storm’s Step 2 compound.  The result was a surprisingly long and quick, round, continuous finish on the backend. 

I’ve mentioned before that this core creates a surprisingly long and sharp motion for how strong it is on paper.  The closest comparison for me is that it feels like an asymmetric Zen Gold Label.  Very clean and easy up front, almost worryingly so, before it covers more ground on the backend than 95% of the balls I’ve ever thrown.  It’s also remarkably controllable and consistent for how clean and sharp it is.  The stronger cover formula maintains a subtle amount of traction and stability through the oil, and the rounder and more continuous shape makes the pocket bigger as well.  It’s incredibly versatile from left to right, it gives lower rev bowlers punch down lane they don’t usually have without forcing them deeper on the lane, and it gives higher rev bowlers length and control they don’t usually see out of stronger and more responsive balls like this.  With shine it can reach down to be at home on regular league conditions, but with a little surface it can hold its own on heavier conditions, and is a great step up from something like an Absolute for when you want a similar shape, but need more strength or traction. 

Storm Virtual Energy Blackout (VEBO)
Layout: 4.5 x 5 x 2 Storm Pin Buffer Layout
Rev Rate: 325 rpm, 7 degree of axis tilt, 40 degree of axis rotation
Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume)
Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center
Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane

The Storm Virtual Energy Blackout utilizes the REX pearl coverstock and HD (high density) weight block. We tested the VEBO alongside the Storm Dark Code on a house shot. The VEBO was very similar in shape to the Dark Code.  Both balls are very long for me then want to turn left at the back end.  I will say the VEBO is a touch stronger overall than the Dark Code, which could have been from layout differences.  I feel the VEBO will be condition specific for me.  I will use it late in blocks once we are forced left. The ball is very clean at the front of the lane.  The VEBO gives me that old school Storm vibe of easy length and tons of strength on the back end.  Storm as been doing it the best for many years!

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