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Equipment Boards => Storm => Topic started by: billdozer on September 26, 2013, 12:19:19 PM
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Please tell me this is a u.s. release?...
It looks like a 50/50 version of the solid and pearl with the exact same colors too..
This could be the best thing since the hyroad for hybrids...
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Link or it didn't happen.
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Lol cmon man you dont trust me?
http://hi-sp.co.jp/ball/detail/october13.html
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wowwww! thanks for sharing this!! droooooooL :P*
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I've been sayin' since the IQ line started that a IQ Hybrid will be inevitable. Not a huge fan of my IQTour, but hey, people like it.
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Oh, I believed you, bro. I just wanted to see pics!
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They should have a vid up within a few days
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Man, bill, I don't want to guess on this one. Looks awesome and a blueberry muffin fragrance. Nope, don't want to guess, because if it's an overseas release only it's probably going to p*%# me off. lol
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Not made for the U.S.A.
You already know.
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Kidlost's new screen name is...
'BUZZKILLINGTON' haha
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As someone who has tried so hard over the years to get Big B overseas stuff with some success I feel your pain. Especially here lately where the stuff has dried up in the U.S. and has become impossible to find.
I also know with the new releases Storm had delayed getting out, this ball certainly will not be seeing U.S. soil other then to hit a cargo ship and float away.
Unfortunate. I've said before many companies can save a little money on freight and leave a hand full here for us to buy up.
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buzz.....buzzzz.......buzz.......KILL!!!!! 8)
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December....
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December....
Boom
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Double confirm, December. Save your pennies.
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Welp Guess whats going on the xmas list...hopefully that and a clearance iq solid!
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Why, oh why did they have to go with that hideous color scheme?
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I think the color scheme makes perfect sense. I am surprised more companies don't make their hybrid of 2 balls the combination of the 2 colors. Makes recognition easier.
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I think thats why it's getting the th3 fancy 'fusion' title instead of just the regular hybrid...
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I hate to be the bearer of bad news but I very much doubt that that ball will be a US release. I have never seen a ball on international website be released in the US. I'm not saying that an IQ hybrid will not be released But I doubt it will be that one. there is way too much money to be made by not releasing a hybrid version with the success of the solid and pearl.
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I hope it does come here. @bowlingman817 i have seen plenty of US releases posted on international sites, you just have to know what you're looking at.
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The link doesn't seem to be working anymore :(
I just want to see the picture!
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Here is the picture:
(https://www.ballreviews.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fhi-sp.co.jp%2Fball%2Fdetail%2Fiq_tour_fusion_200.jpg&hash=081608fa8baf74d430cef4f9bc3adb362ca97baa)
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U.S. release or not already put in an order with my Pro Shop :D
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The hi-sp website has a video up now
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I think the color scheme makes perfect sense. I am surprised more companies don't make their hybrid of 2 balls the combination of the 2 colors. Makes recognition easier.
Oh I completely understand the reasoning behind it... I just don't like what those colors represent in my area/state...
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Are you from Michigan J_Mac? Or Ohio? I saw wolberine colors immediately. I feel the same way, I'm a state fan lol.
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I hate to be the bearer of bad news but I very much doubt that that ball will be a US release. I have never seen a ball on international website be released in the US. I'm not saying that an IQ hybrid will not be released But I doubt it will be that one. there is way too much money to be made by not releasing a hybrid version with the success of the solid and pearl.
Lol I hate to disagree but they have us (world wide) releases on that site every time there is a us release.
Its time, they already have produced a few hybrids overseas already in the marvel & iq line (typical)...this is why storm does so well........all of the testing. For example, there have been 2 sync pearls....internationally before the byte. The iqtf too perfect of an idea for it not to be world wide. Actually, highly doubt it wont be world wide...
so youre telling me they will release an iq tour hybrid other than this one that makes perfect sense? Cmon man.
Give it a few weeks for the Byte to get some hype and advertising, then we will hear about the iqtf...
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No believe me i would love to have this ball in my hands with the exact same color but i know storm is pretty low key about their releases until they are ready to give their release dates. It makes perfect sense to make the ball this way. The solid iq tour is still on backorder at the storm plant, thats why the byte and reign on had to be pushed back. And the gold well enough said. A blue/ gold hybrid iq would be there best selling ball of all time if it was produced for the U.S in my opinion.
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No believe me i would love to have this ball in my hands with the exact same color but i know storm is pretty low key about their releases until they are ready to give their release dates. It makes perfect sense to make the ball this way. The solid iq tour is still on backorder at the storm plant, thats why the byte and reign on had to be pushed back. And the gold well enough said. A blue/ gold hybrid iq would be there best selling ball of all time if it was produced for the U.S in my opinion.
I know! :) keep your fingers crossed!
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Storm would be stupid not to release an IQ Hybrid. I'm gonna give it time.
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so if this is a us release can someone tell when or how i can get some international balls. Thanks
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The demand will be way to hi for this ball to not be release in the US... I would look for an announcement here in the near future. If you ask storm reps now they say international only. But I believe it will be a Christmas ball.
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I'd say expect to hear something middle of November, maybe a little sooner. Keep in mind, the actual release dates for the Byte and Reign On are just coming up
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Give it 2 weeks after the byte/reign on are released...
I am GUESSING 11/5 for an announcement...or maybe later...theyre going to need to me quite a few of those ahead of time id say..
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I have my request in lol Can't wait!!!
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comparison vid
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If this gets released in the US, I would absolutely want one...
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I don't think its if, I think its when!!! Storm is not stupid, this would be a no brainer...
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I would like to try an XRX or a Hyper Cell....
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Storm is not going to release another New Ball until at least Jan 2014.
But they will release a Hybird IQ Tour in 2014, just not sure when yet.
As the Gold ball is still a hot seller.
Brian
Storm Amateur Staff
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Storm is not going to release another New Ball until at least Jan 2014.
But they will release a Hybird IQ Tour in 2014, just not sure when yet.
As the Gold ball is still a hot seller.
Brian
Storm Amateur Staff
Are you sure? If it isnt released we will atleast get info on it before xmas...besides its got quite the hype on facebook. Storm posted whats on your xmas list. I saw many "fusion" answers....just fusion too. People know about this ball.
I bet there will not only be a storm release but a roto as well.
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Now you are gettin it!!! ;)
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I would like to try an XRX or a Hyper Cell....
Hyper cell is official..
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The ball definitely exists, I have one on order, it hit my Pro shop suppliers this weekend. Expect a US release in the next 2 months. For UK bowlers, its due to hit any time now.
(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1459221_10151959145577486_432059991_n.jpg)
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The ball definitely exists, I have one on order, it hit my Pro shop suppliers this weekend. Expect a US release in the next 2 months. For UK bowlers, its due to hit any time now.
(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1459221_10151959145577486_432059991_n.jpg)
blueberry muffin...what lol :o
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Hey derps,
Those of you in denial, I was right. The other overseas site that I use (not hi-sp.co.jp) that only seems to only focuse on world wide releases has confirmed the ball is world wide. Their site is always the first one to post actual pictures too...they are usually a week ahead of the online etailers. So expect this next week on bowlersdeals.com, buddiesproshop.com, etc.
Iq tour fusion is coming state side. To the nay sayers, this bud is for you. You can sniff my blue berry muffins hahaha
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Billdozer what site is that?
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Billdozer what site is that?
If I told you guys I wouldnt get to leak stuff...:) I stumbled on it months ago...
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You can PM it to me... I'm not in the business of leaking bowling balls lol
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I could see this possibly being the one to finally replace the Hy-Road
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I could see this possibly being the one to finally replace the Hy-Road
I think utah is really trying to push that ticket! Every low end hybrid seems to be a home run...this should be a grand slam!
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http://www.berksbowlingnews.co.uk/newproducts.htm
Try this! It says it does not include international releases ;)
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http://www.berksbowlingnews.co.uk/newproducts.htm
Try this! It says it does not include international releases ;)
off topic for a second...i don't know how much i would consider the dude as having a "snap" reaction out of the box...now if you took a pad to the surface yeah...
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I've got my fusions coming into the shop this week (and a hyper cell), can't wait to get the fusion punched up.
One of the benefits of living in the UK :-D
The ball definitely exists, I have one on order, it hit my Pro shop suppliers this weekend. Expect a US release in the next 2 months. For UK bowlers, its due to hit any time now.
(https://scontent-b-lhr.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/1459221_10151959145577486_432059991_n.jpg)
blueberry muffin...what lol :o
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I can't wait until the video reviews start coming in!
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They just came in, looking at punching one up at the weekend, will post a video when i get the time.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=568176899920976&set=a.530400770365256.1073741833.508831489188851&type=1&theater
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As an aside, how does one properly pronounce guernsey? I have to believe in my head it's wrong.
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Probably pronounced like "grnsey"
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There is one video that was posted a few pages back on here. But I have found a second video of the Fusion. This one is being used on a 38ft medium pattern.
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtDPgQI7Lc4
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Haha, a lot of people have issues saying it, kinda why i love living there.
It's pronounced "gurn-zee".
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Haha, a lot of people have issues saying it, kinda why i love living there.
It's pronounced "gurn-zee".
How about that, I was right. Didn't expect a place in England to be pronounced the way it's spelled. I mean come on, Leicester?
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Was in a bit of a rush this morning but here's a few shots of the IQ Tour Fusion.
Love it. ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46OfUhijgaY
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Nice video. I'm sold from what I've seen. For me, it would make a good Hy-Road and Nomad Dagger replacement.
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Was in a bit of a rush this morning but here's a few shots of the IQ Tour Fusion.
Love it. ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46OfUhijgaY
Can you say great wall of china (THS) and new ball carry?
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Was in a bit of a rush this morning but here's a few shots of the IQ Tour Fusion.
Love it. ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46OfUhijgaY
Cool! Cant wait for mine!
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when will all the info officially be released?
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Hmmmm. So confused. Asylum or Fusion.......decisions decisions.....
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Hmmmm. So confused. Asylum or Fusion.......decisions decisions.....
It's easy lol
HYPER CELL!
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Just get them all! Problem solved lol
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Hmmmm. So confused. Asylum or Fusion.......decisions decisions.....
It's easy lol
HYPER CELL!
Hyper Cell is a definite!! Its the second ball..lol
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lol...
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My fusion is getting drilled this evening and i'll be bowling with it tomorrow. I'll try and give some reaction to it for you all when i get back. This will actually be my first Storm product, but i have had the pleasure of bowling with most of the current line. My hope is its as smooth and enjoyable as the Hy-road Pearl which I would be buying if not for the release of this ball!
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I've found that the hy-road pearl is a nice step down for when the Fusion is that little bit too much.
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Bowled 9 Games with the Fusion this afternoon/evening and have to say i'm very much in love with the ball. Very clean off the hand and such a smooth roll. I had it drilled to be versatile across a range of conditions and after 4 or 5 games when the lanes broke and oil carry came into play it was still powering through the back end nicely.
The further left i went the more the ball seemed to like it and the better it responded. It hits the pins hard and really mixes them up nicely too, which for a lower rev player like me I found great.
It does have a nice feel to it, much like the hy-road pearl also, so i found it really nice to use straight off the bat.
Great addition to my arsenal and certainly will be my first choice for most medium conditions from now on. Coming from Hammer balls to this is a massive jump but one im certainly glad i made, its just such a nice ball to throw.
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Not sure if any of you Storm junkies have seen this, but Buddies has a pre-order going for the IQ Tour Fusion with the release date of 2/4/2014. Get them Valentine's Day gifts early, boys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
http://www.buddiesproshop.com/p-4852-storm-iq-tour-fusion-bowling-ball-wwrd-2414.aspx
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Wonder if this is the end of the Hy-Road?
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My goodness!
Thanks for the video, Sir Robs of Guernsey! What a disgusting ball!! Flush pocket strikes.....half pocket strikes.....brooklyn pocket strikes......even a messenger-4-pin strike( a first for me seeing that one) Wow!
Smooth as silk, with power to boot! Nobody's gonna want this ball. :o ;) :)
CAN'T WAIT!! VALENTINE'S DAY is gonna be beautiful next year!!
Good job STORM!
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As I wrote in another thread about the IQ Tour Fusion , it's already for sale here in Sweden. Seen it on the shelves in the Pro Shops...
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My goodness!
Thanks for the video, Sir Robs of Guernsey! What a disgusting ball!! Flush pocket strikes.....half pocket strikes.....brooklyn pocket strikes......even a messenger-4-pin strike( a first for me seeing that one) Wow!
Smooth as silk, with power to boot! Nobody's gonna want this ball. :o ;) :)
CAN'T WAIT!! VALENTINE'S DAY is gonna be beautiful next year!!
Good job STORM!
Yeah i know they were a bit dodgy but hey, sometimes that's just how they fall. lol
Trust me you won't want to put it away.
It gets down the lane as smoothly as the Pearl but where as i used have over/under issues with it the fusion is just perfect. You can keep moving left with it and it just keeps coming back.
Not sure if this is my favourite ball of the year, it's between this and my disturbed.
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Yeah i know they were a bit dodgy but hey, sometimes that's just how they fall. lol
Trust me you won't want to put it away.
It gets down the lane as smoothly as the Pearl but where as i used have over/under issues with it the fusion is just perfect. You can keep moving left with it and it just keeps coming back.
Not sure if this is my favourite ball of the year, it's between this and my disturbed.
Have to agree with that assessment, the more left i went the better the Fusion seems to perform. Now if i can just get used to the insanely overpowering fragrance!
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I had moved away from Storm but I love the look this ball seems to have and I need something above my ALF. I like stuff thats pretty smooth and this looks like it isn't going to be overly jumpy.