Storm Ion Max Performance Test

This particular ball makes you bring out your best game every time you release it down the lane

TEXAS,united states

First ball I’ve bought since my starter “the beast” and I can honestly say I love it. Really a game changer.

NC,united states

The Ion Max boasts the NRG solid cover stock with the Element Max core, this ball creates a lot of mid lane read with a more continuous motion throughout the lane than some other asymmetric pieces. This one I compare to my Gem from Roto Grip, the Gem has a more defined hook window than the Ion Max, while picking up in a similar part of the lane. Since the Ion Max has a longer hook window I’m able to use this ball on a wider range of patterns than my Gem. Overall league players who are ball speed dominant will love this ball and sport players looking to have something with a rounder shape with versatility on a variety of patterns this is your ball.

comes fast

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With stronger balls like the 900 Global Harsh Reality and the Roto Grip Gem, I generally will play straighter, they dig into the oil and start hooking early, which gives you a rounder, smoother motion to the pocket without a lot of back end movement. So with the Ion Max I tried playing a little straighter, but was having an extremely difficult time getting a consistent reaction to the pocket. I decided to take a big jump left - sliding on 33, setting the ball down on 28 out to 10 at the breakpoint - and anyone who knows me knows that this is not my “A” game… When I move this deep, it’s a recipe for me to leave flat 10 pins all day long. Needless to say, I was absolutely shocked at how well the Ion Max performed from this deep of an angle. This makes me think that the Ion Max will be far more versatile than other strong balls. I’ll need some more time with the ball on other conditions to see if that holds up. Layout: 5 x 5 x 4 My Specs - Speed - 16 mph, Rev Rate - 315. PAP 5 1/8 x 7/8 Up.

The new Ion Max features the all-new Element Max A.I. core and is wrapped in the NRG solid reactive coverstock. At 15 pounds the RG is a low 2.47 with a .055 differential and a .014 intermediate differential. I drilled the Max the exact same as the Ion Pro (4x4x2) which puts the pin above my middle finger. The Max is a hook monster!! This ball reads the lane incredibly early and has a very controlled backend motion. For me, the Max is easily five boards more total hook than the Ion Pro. The Ion Pro is more of an arcing motion on the backend and stores more energy for the back part of the lane. The new Max tends to roll forward much sooner on the back end of the lane which makes this ball harder to use when I need to open up my angles through the front of the lane. That is when the Ion Pro should come out of your bag. This ball is the most aggressive ball I have ever thrown from Storm. If you are looking for a solid asymmetrical ball to handle the very oily lane conditions, look no further than the new Ion Max!

This is a great ball. It's everything my son wanted and needed for his game. It does smell like strawberries!

united states

Ball is a hook monster. Smells great as well.

FL,united states

This is my love affair with bowling - bowling ball. Drilled with a 45 x 3 3/4 x 45 layout, it simply crushes the pins every time. My avg has climbed from 171 to 210 in the last two months since I started using the Max. I can miss 3-5 boards and it provides plenty of forgiveness as it consistently plows through the pins at impact. Just solid all the way, I couldn't recommend it enough...yes, it does smell like strawberries.

Amazing

IL,united states

Though very expensive, my wife loves this ball and her average has went up 24 pins since using the max. Good reaction and strong follow through.

California ,united states

A very controlled bowling ball, with a strong back end. Very pleased with my purchase and the performance of this ball.

Maryland ,united states

Good ball to ha e in your arsenal

GA,United States

perfect ball for my high school pattern

Great ball out of the box. Definity gets rolling sooner on how it was drilled from my local pro shop. Great ball to add to my arsenal.

Fl,united states

Close to the weight requested

CA,united states

My son absolutely loves this ball.

Pennsylvania,United States

This ball hits so hard down the lane. I love it!!

united states

Beautiful ball. After much thought between this ball and the equinox, I had to go with Identity. Besides the color, the reputation for the strong backend snap sold me.

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I loved this ball when I threw it for the first time, the way it stays on my line and the revs it produces are amazing, this ball is so great.

Nevada ,united states

Gives a lot of hook. Sweet smell and comfortable to throw.

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Great Ball!

California,United States

Bought it as a Birthday gift for my grandson who is becoming a Pro Bowler. He loves it !

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Great bowling ball

WI,United States

This ball is great for all bowlers! Cuts right through heavy lane conditions and goes right through the pins! Worth every penny!

Pennsylvania,United States

My husband loves it

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Great ball!

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It was exactly I wanted. I have purchased from you before and I knew the quality of the item and customer service process.

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Love the ball, it easy rolling thur the lane. Got here to me fast,thank you.

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The ball is self explanatory but getting the ball by BowlersMart was perfect and I will be making more purchases soon.

CA,united states

I went from averaging around 160 to 215 within 2 months of having it! Planning to buy at least 4-5 more

Predictable hook as long as the player remains consistent. Surprised to find that even though I struggle with consistency, the ball holds the line if I slightly pull, and also has enough oomph to come back if I'm just a bit outside.

Ohio,united states

My son bought it for himself and he’s Bowling better. His coach suggested it because my son throws his ball at a speed of 22 miles an hour and he needed a strong heavy ball. Whatever this balls got going on he’s Bowling much better and he’s happy. And it smells wonderful.

Florida ,united states

Just what I ordered.

New York,united states

Best asym solid Storm currently has in their line up

CA,united states

Great ball and even better price

Texas,united states

Happy with this ball my game improved.

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Love the ball

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Love this ball so much and it smells good

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The Ion Max is a phenomenal to use!

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Hooks tremendously and is great for people, who struggle on heavy oil.

Maryland,united states

Great addition to my arsenal

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My boyfriend loved his new ball thank you

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I love this ball and the way it smells lol. However I went down in weight and I’m not doing as well with the new ball.

PA,united states

300 game on the 5 game thrown with it

NY,united states

Love the ball! I’m a rev dominant player and it’s really strong on the back end especially if the lane drying out.

Florida,united states

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I am just a 135 or so average bowler. I purchase bowling balls because I like the colors. I got this in 14lb and it’s been great. I am bowling games of 165 and up. ( in my younger years I averaged 180). It’s a beautiful ball and looks so awesome going down the lane.

NY,united states

Hooks like crazy

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Yes it was perfect it was a gift for a friend

Texas ,united states

Bowlersmart has amazing prices and the shipping is freaky fast. Practically overnight.

Florida,united states

Balls good

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Love it!

NJ,united states

Another terrific purchase from BowlersMart. No complaints. excellent price and quality.

Florida,United States

So I wanna get this out first even though its very unimportant when deciding on which ball to buy but this ball or atleast mine was WAY cooler looking than the stock photo the pour has a ton of real sharp wig wags it reminds me of blown glass or something. As for the performance I am still a very new bowler and I throw 14-15 mph and it sounds like this ball is hitting the pins at like 30 mph it hits veryyyy hard. The action is very smooth as well the arc is very predictable and i find myself not suprised by how the ball reacts down lane. Overall a Great addition to my arsenal.

Great deal and great buy

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Fast delivery

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Very strong ball and colorway is beautiful. Shipment was super fast as well!

united states

Great ball.

canada

Bought the Ion Max for my daughter. She started rolling it and it is her favorite ball in her arsenal. So much so that she doesn't want to ball down when the lanes break down and it becomes too strong.

Missouri ,united states

solid ball, hooks well

united states

Ball is a beast!

KY,united states

fun strike ball to use

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Just what I ordered.

North Carolina,United States

Absolutely love this ball. I’m a 175-180 average and I’ve been getting 600s left and right

Indiana ,united states

It’s a great buy.

united states

My son is completely happy with his ball

Ny,united states

I bought my boyfriend this ball as someone who knows next to nothing about bowling. He really likes it and is excited to use it at his next tournament!

North Carolina ,united states

amazing

united states

Ball has gotten my games from 200 to 240 now!

DE,united states

Great Ball

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All this ball knows how to do is strike.

Very easy transaction and fast shipping. Love the ball.

WI,united states

great bowling ball. exactly as described! fast shipping

PA,united states

Awesome heavy oil ball

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Fittled around with it without holes. Found the sweet spot for it and it curves great. This thing will cut.

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Good ball

Ohio,united states

I love this ball. First series out the box was 715

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Excellent condition. Shipping was extremely quick.

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My son loves this ball!

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Great 1st ball out of the bag. Just what I was looking for.

VT,United States

Ball has a Great hard hitting hook

Tx,united states

I'm a 200 average league bowler, stroker & medium revs. My first 3-game series with this ball on a medium oil house pattern, I shot a 757 series with 15 in a row; 7 at the end of game 1 and the front 8 on game 2. I bought it to compliment my arsenal for States and Nationals. Can't wait to see how it does. Love the ball!

OH,united states

My son loves his new ball

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Nice and smooth going down the lane

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Service was great and very fast

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The ball is worth buying it’s way good you’d be disappointed if you didn’t get it!!

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My 14 year old son bowled his first perfect 300 with this ball

MT,united states

Great company to purchase from.

PA,united states

Great ball. Just what all reviews were saying. great for a fresh out the bag ball. Bowlers Mart was extra quick with shipping. Order and deliver in less than 24 hours. Incredible.

Florida,united states

The ball is amazing. Great to start your game night and fresh out the bag. Amazing Shipping with bowlersmart (Order at 2:30pm and they deliever next day at 1:35pm).

i bought it for my boyfriend, he absolutely loves his ball and always keeps smelling it because it smells good he says

united states

Perfect ball for wet lanes.

MI,United States

Getting use to it

MD,united states

Ball is a beast

CT,united states