Storm Trend 2 Review

The newest collaboration between Storm and Jason Belmonte is here! Who else is excited?! The Trend 2 features a redesigned core from the Trend, wrapped in a hybrid cover stock. These changes have lowered the differential to an 0.041, which makes this ball smoother than the original Trend. I compared these two balls in my YouTube ball review, and the Trend 2 is a little bit earlier and will give you a more rounded motion. I actually thought this ball would be earlier than it is, so I'm pleasantly surprised at how well it gets through the fronts. The Trend 2 is a ball I will throw right after the Zen, but before I get into the Trend and then the Hustle series. Belmo hits another home run with his signature ball! Trevor Roberts 2016 PBA Southern Regional Rookie Of The Year Storm Products / Turbo 2n1 Grips / Bowlifi Staff Member Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 Speed: 16 PAP: 5 1/2 up 13/16

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Trend2 is a new look from the Belmo line. Definitely hooks a lot down lane with a very continuous motion. The cover still allows you to move in and handle the higher volume in the middle without any problem. A step down ball for me from the top shelf Proton Physix and Axiom. Definitely a ball that fills a spot in any league or tournament bag.

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Introducing the best collaboration to date between Storm Products and Jason Belmonte the new Trend 2! This ball features the NRG Hybrid Reactive Coverstock wrapped around the modified Piston Core Previously seen in the Pro Motion and Trend! My Trend 2 is drilled with my standard layout pin over my bridge with the CG kicked! The original trend allowed me to play straighter angles through the fronts with a controllable motion! When I moved left the original Trend didn’t have enough downlane motion to get the corners out! The new Trend 2 with that stronger coverstock and modified core to get more continuous motion downlane has made this the best Belmo ball to date! Head over to your local Pro Shop 10/29/21 and get yours!!

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The newest collaboration with Jason Belmonte has us with a lower differential core and the NRG Hybrid cover. The Piston LD core has numbers of 2.54 for the RG and 0.041 for the differential. I drilled mine 5.5 x 5 x 3, which is also the same drilling that I have in my Trend. My first impresses of this ball is that it is very similar to the Trend as far as ball motion but after awhile I started to see the differences. The Trend 2 is a couple of boards stronger and actually more off the end of the pattern. The Trend was very smooth for a pearl and the Trend 2 picks up the lane sooner but is more in the back. I can see myself using the Trend 2 a little more than I did the Trend because of the stronger cover and the extra motion it gives me in the back part of the lane.

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When I need something to float through the fronts and be able to turn the corner this is the ball I am going for in my bag! You will not be disappointed!

United States

The Storm Trend 2 is a great compliment to the original Trend. The intent of the Trend 2 is to allow the player to be able to open up angles as the pattern opens up and it does just that. It is one of the strongest symmetrical balls I have ever thrown. I have the Storm Axiom Pearl, which I really like, and the reaction shape of the Trend 2 is very similar to the Axiom Pearl, but on most lane patterns I am easily 2-3 boards further left w/my feet and target with the Trend 2. I would also say it has a very similar shape as my 900 Global Zen and is also a bit stronger as well. Also, as an added bonus if you like orange you will love the smell of the Trend 2! I used the Dual Angle layout system on my Trend 2 and went 35 x 3 ¾ x 35. I am a tweener who tends to spin the ball a bit.

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60x5x40 pin above ring at 3000 finish. This is the first Belmo ball I ever drilled and it is definitely a ball I have missing in the bag. If you need a ball that has a strong and continuous motion through the pins. On most conditions I can play inside 3rd arrow and send it to the gutter and does not overreact off the pattern.

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Trend 2 Cover: NRG Hybrid Cover 1500 Polished Core: Modified Piston Core RG: 2.54 Dif. 0.041 I have been extremely impressed with the new Trend 2. I did not get the opportunity to throw the Trend, so I don’t have much of a comparison with the Trend. The Trend 2 is clean throw the fronts and has a great smooth backend motion. The Trend 2 has a strong backend motion and a shape that gets the throw the pins and keeps going. I threw the Trend 2 out of the box but have recently hit it with 3000 and really like the motion the ball picks up a bit sooner and seems to blend a little better without jumping off the spot due to the polish. For me the Trend 2 is going to be a great transition ball. Not necessarily a ball down or up but a switch in motion that can blend out the pattern or the burn and get through the pins getting better carry. The Trend 2 is going to be a great addition to any style of play.

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I drilled up my TREND 2 at 4.5 x 25 and threw it at box finish. The idea is to compare to a couple of other trusted pieces that tend to come out when I think the TREND 2 should be in play. These are the ZEN and IDOL SYNERGY. First thing I noticed about the TREND 2 is it glides fairly easily thru the fronts no matter how chopped up they seem to get. My ZEN is a go to when I need something to pick up and the bigger balls are sluggish looking in the back ends. As predicted. the ZEN was earlier than the TREND 2 for me. I keep my ZEN at a light 2000. They do play off each other well as my TREND 2 gets slightly longer and has that ZENlike pop on the backend. IDOL SYNERGY plays off the TREND 2 as well getting more length when the TREND 2 is starting to check too quickly or go forward too fast. I did also try the HYPED HYBRID. It was after the TREND 2 was slowing down too much. I had to be more precise with it speed wise than going to the IDOL SYNERGY but that is another review. If you been skeptical about the Belmo releases (I was because my rev rate is about half of Jason's), this ball will get your attention. I have been able to get it up the lane or get around it some more and get it back and still have strong hit with it.

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The Trend 2 is the 5th signature line ball produced by Storm in collaboration with Jason Belmonte. It features a modified piston block that was originally in the Pro Motion and Trend. This new block has a significantly lower differential and higher RG which in combined with the NRG hybrid cover produces significantly more down lane shape than the original Trend. I personally was not a big fan of the Trend, the R2S pearl cover was too quick/low friction to play really straight but as soon as I tried to chase it left, it wanted to go too forward off the end of the pattern due to how much the piston block wants to get into a roll. I see absolutely none of these problems out of the Trend 2. The first night of using it in this center, I managed to snag a couple of pot games and the eliminator win. Since then, it’s become a staple in my league bag for game 3 and has paid for itself multiple times over. When compared to the Axiom Pearl, the Trend 2 is a quite a bit cleaner and sharper off the end of the pattern. I could see myself going to the Trend 2 when I need to jump a zone left after the Axiom Pearl starts slowing down too quickly. When compared to the Hyroad, the Trend 2 is a touch earlier and rounder off the end of the pattern. The Trend 2 is now available for purchase in your local Storm VIP pro shop! Review Video: https://youtu.be/FxoLh2OwbMY

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The piston core was altered in the latest version of the Trend featuring a higher RG and lower differential. Also, we see a hybrid cover on the Trend 2. I was a fan of the original Trend when I wanted to keep my angles in front of me. I do find the Trend 2 to be usable for more bowlers as it gives a rounder shape compared to the original which was more angular. You're able to wheel the Trend 2 more and this will be good on fresh or some transition on those medium to higher oil conditions.

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To me this ball is the perfect benchmark ball, even though it’s a shiny cover this ball never misses the spot and always shapes at the end of the pattern, to me it’s comparable to the global 900 zen, I would say the trend 2 is a little cleaner and a little sharper.

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The Trend 2 uses the same Piston Core as the Trend, and uses NRG hybrid cover. Like the Trend, the Trend 2 has no problem getting down the lane with ease, but what separates the Trend 2 is the backend reaction. This ball picks up sooner, and is about 5-6 boards more on the backend. I added a light 2000 to mine, it has become a great benchmark ball for me. I can throw it all 3 games of league without having to make any major adjustments.

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The Original Trend was good for me. When the lanes were dry and I needed a clean cover, big core symmetrical ball, the Trend was the best. Sometimes though, I felt like the Trend was too clean. There are defects with every ball. The Trend 2 reads the lane sooner for me. Compared to the original Trend, the Trend 2 is a few feet sooner and not quite as sharp off of the end of the pattern. The Trend 2 will be money when the lanes are starting to transition, but haven't quite gotten to the burn stage yet. This ball will give you some length through the front and a nice controlled motion off of the breakpoint where the original trend would miss that spot. Overall strength wise, it fell right below the Axiom Pearl/Zen slot.

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The new Jason Belmonte signature line ball is the Storm Trend 2. I personally think each of his bowling balls have just gotten better with each new release. The Trend 2 is really good and the best ones out of the signature line! I drilled mine with a 5 inch pin down and took the shine off with a 3000 pad. WoW this ball hooks. The piston core was altered in the latest version of the Trend featuring a higher RG and lower differential with a Hybird coverstock ( NRG Hybrid Reactive). This by far is the best Belmo that Storm has produced. More overall hook than I expected. Brian Watson Pro Shop Staff PAP - 4 up 1 1/8 Tilt - 17 RPM - 400 Speed - 16-17

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Great ball in the middle of the bag. Strong cover, mild core really blends out friction and creates a boomy downlane shape without being snappy or uncontrollable.

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The latest addition to the Signature Line at Storm is the Trend 2. As most of us know, Jason Belmonte and Storm have put their expert minds together to develop a series of equipment. After drilling the entire series and seeing each of the different shapes, the Trend 2 is the one I’m most excited about. After making changes to the coverstock and engine, I’ve noticed a quicker response time along with plenty of coverstock to dig in the oil. I’ve drilled one Trend 2 so far and really like it. I mapped it out as 4.5 x 4 x 75. This puts the pin above my bridge and I also lightly scratched the surface with a 3000 pad. It’s been a perfect compliment to some of the asymmetrical balls like the Proton Physix and Reality. I’ve had the most success using the Trend 2 when the pattern stretches, the lanes blend out, and I need to stand left / throw right. I’ve also seen all types of players have success with this ball. Some of the straighter players like it because of how hard it changes direction down lane and the high-rev guys like it because of how much angle it creates when patterns blend out. If you need to upgrade your bag with new technology in a collaboration between Storm and Belmo, go drill a Trend 2! #StormNation

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The Trend 2 features the NRG hybrid cover with a modified version of the Piston core from the Pro Motion and Trend in the Piston LD, RG of 2.54 and differential of .041 in 15 pounds. The Trend 2 is a bit of a paradox, the core strength is squarely medium, and NRG is a fairly strong cover. This IS the sharpest, quickest, or most responsive NRG ball I’ve ever thrown, which is what throws the wrench in. It’s not strong rolling or fast revving, it gives you a bit of extra length up front but it doesn’t float like a Hyroad, it starts winding up at about 30 feet, and then just continues to continue or climb. The cover gets plenty of traction and creates quite a bit of shape, but it’s not jerky, it’s fairly hard to describe, it’s almost like a stronger and a bit earlier Hyroad. It gives you the length to play straighter, but the traction and climbing continuous motion, plus the shape to wheel it from deep. It’s incredibly versatile, and I think it’ll be the most commercially successful Belmo ball to date.

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Zach Shoff 900 Global Staff Member BowlerMAXX Pro Shop Staff Member Right-Handed Rev Rate: 350 Speed: 15mph PAP: 4 Over & 3/4 Up The Trend 2 has more entry angle than the original Trend and Belmo was right when he said you can move deeper without losing drive through the pocket. I don’t see this ball quitting on you when you must get deeper than the others you are bowling against. If you are the type of bowler that plays the deep part of the lanes or someone that needs this kind of motion when you are forced way right or left than this is the ball for you.

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The Trend 2 brings back everything that made the Trend match up for most bowlers back adding more versatility. This version of the Trend comes wrapped in the NRG Hybrid Coverstock giving you more control of the midlane. The Trend 2 is an option from straighter angles with a more up the back of the ball approach at the release but certainly excels at recovery from steep angles and retaining continuation from these angles. I believe this will be the most successful Belmo Ball to date due to the versatility this ball will give you.

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55 x 5 x 30 on the layout Axis point is 4 7/16 over and 3/8 up. Revrate in the upper 300s, ball speed between 15 and 16 mph. I typically like to start at 15 on a typical house shot and migrate in from there. Initial reaction...the colors on this ball are super bright and the scent is lovely. It will certainly freshen up the bag. On to the review: In the past, I haven't had too much success with the Belmo releases. After having the opportunity to throw this at our Matchmaker in Port Huron, MI, it really was eye opening! I could get seemingly unlimited to the left and it would recover from just about anywhere. After this, I made the decision to order and drill one up for myself. I put the same layout on the new one and hit the lanes. On the fresh, this ball was very strong off the spot, almost to a fault. Because of how my rev rate and speed match up, this ball just wanted to face up way too quick off the end of the pattern (a common problem with the piston core for me). This caused inconsistent ball reaction and not a enough forgiveness for my liking. After this, I hit the cover with a 3000 pad and then used it on the broken down pattern, moving into the 20 range at the arrows. This seemed to be more of the sweet spot for this ball for me....hitting the pocket almost at will! To me, this ball seems to be a much more responsive version of it's predecessor. This super-strong hybrid cover wrapped around the piston core seems to be a much better matchup for speed dominant players. If this accurately describes you, I think you will definitely like this as a benchmark piece.

This ball is amazing for playing far left and lane travel, amazing hook, great cover stock as well, overall amazing ball to use

Il, United States

Storm Trend 2 55 x 5 x 25 This is the best Belmo ball yet! It is super versatile and has great shelf appeal. In the Storm lineup I have it cleaner/longer than the Phaze 3 and much more back end continuation! This ball takes surface changes really well and will be best used on medium/heavy oil! If you were a fan of the Trend this ball is more more angular and usable on more conditions! She smells great too!

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I’ve been throwing the Trend 2 for a few weeks now. House shot, Challenge Patterns and Sport Shots. The common thread in all cases is how well the ball reacts off the end of the pattern. I opted to go with a layout that ultimately ended with the pin drilled out. This gives me more of the “pin under” feel through the skid phase, but I get an extended hook phase without losing the powerful angle off the end of the pattern. Credit the hybrid NRG cover for a some of that too! The Piston LD Core gives me that same tight, medium flare I’ve seen on the original Trend, the Axiom (solid) and the ProMotion. All balls that have been, at one time or another, staples in the bag. Like those balls, the Trend 2 is proving to be dependable when I’m in trouble. When big asymms are slowing down too early and fast symmetrical cores are creating crazy over/under, this Trend 2 has managed some pretty tough patterns and allowed me to stay in contention and saved a few cuts for me already! Brian Sumner Storm Amateur Staff Gold Crown Lanes St. Johnsbury, VT

United States

I REAALLLYYY love this ball since I throw it. I use it with the hybrid OOB surface. On house or sport patterns this ball impress me so much because in all cases, this ball reacts so well off the end of the pattern even if is really agressive at the middle of the lane. It's one of the ball that I try on first to give me a good imprression of the lane pattern. I can use as much on all kind of pattern, just front of me when there are much oil or cross the lane when oil condition are more dry. The Trend 2 give me a lot of possibilities !!! In my bag for all tournament this next year for sure !! #stormnation

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Bowlers Info: RH tweener, PAP 4-1/2 x 7/8 up, 365 RPM, 17* of Axis tilt, 60* of Axis Rotation Ball Layout: 50 x 4.25 x 35 Finish: OOB Storm continues its collaboration with Jason Belmonte with the newest piece, the Trend 2. This hybrid incorporates NRG with the revamped core that produces a high RG 2.54 that really creates a motion that is very clean thru the front. I drilled mine with 4-1/4” pin, pin high over ring finger that produced a clean motion thru the front with a moderately strong motion on the backend. What I noticed from this piece is that the continuation is actually an upgrade from the original Trend. I had recently punched up the new Roto Grip Hyped Hybrid and in comparison, the Trend 2 is cleaner with less backend than the Hyped Hybrid which is a great complement where I can stay in the Trend 2 longer if the fronts are too aggressive for the Hyped to clear. Great color combination makes it easy to read the ball, another great transition piece to consider adding to your arsenal. Scheduled to be released oct 29th! Chris Martinez Storm Amateur Staff www.stormbowling.com

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Storm Trend 2 Ball Review I have thrown the last three Belmo signature releases: the ProMotion, Trend, and latest the Trend 2. At first glance the piston core with a stronger cover was something I wanted to try since I like medium strength pieces. I just couldn’t match up with how strong the Spec cover was with the lower volume house shots in the area. Next up into the arsenal was the Trend. I drilled it with a higher pin placement to help with the weaker pearl cover. This was very conditional for me. The cover was too weak for me on the area house shots and ended up not using it very much. After seeing the videos for the Trend 2 I was excited about the adjustment to the core but most of all about the NRG Hybrid cover. My favorite ball, the Physix, had the same cover. This ball does not disappoint. For me it rolls like a stronger version of the original HY-Road. When my Zen becomes too early and lazy down lane I can move right into the Trend 2 and play in the same area for a longer period of time. With the stronger cover and even with the polish I have not had to adjust the cover. Usually shiny pieces have a tendency to have some over/under characteristics on some house shots but not with this core/cover combination. If you'd like to see how this ball rolls for me just click the link to my video ball review on my YouTube channel. https://youtu.be/iyc8rAxSFNc Pete Dohan Storm Bowling Amateur Staff #StormNation

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The Trend has been a staple in my league bag since the release date. It has always been my go to ball when i need to play around second or third arrow. Once the lanes start to open up I usually have to change balls and move left. The Trend 2 gets to about the same breakpoint for me but is very very responsive off the spot. I am about 5/6 boards left with the Trend 2. This will allow me to move left and open up my angles without losing the back end. I feel like the Trend series is great for many different styles. With being a symmetric weight block it allows for great roll for many different speeds , rev rates and ages. This is going to be a must have for any bowler looking to improve there scores.

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Hey everyone, I’m back with another ball review, and this time it’s for the Storm Trend 2 and in 15 pounds this ball is wrapped in the NRG Hybrid Coverstock and comes 1500-grit polished with an RG of 2.54 and a Diff of .041. Layout for this ball is 4 X 4 X 2 This ball is everything I thought a ball with Jason Belmonte’s name on it would do. Go down lane and turn left! For the players like me that are rev challenged this ball will not disappoint. When the OG Trend came out and I threw it I was shocked that I can cerate that much angle and this Trend 2 does the same. I found the Trend 2 to be a touch stronger and made me move left into a zone I done get to much on fresh. This ball checks off all the marks from performance to smell this ball will fit in your league and tournament bags. BOWLER STYLE: RH - Power Stroker Rev Rate: 320 Ball Speed: 15-16 PAP: 4 7/8 right 5/8 up. #Storm #SquadRG #900Global #VISE #BowlersChoiceProShop #BabesAndBallsBowling #LogoInfusion #IAmBowling (coupon code HIRSCH 20% off at checkout) YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVgKzdcnglpcCjAVFMBiVNg Brian Hirsch

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The Trend 2 is the newest “Belmo Ball” in Storm Bowling’s line up. There is always a handful of hype behind the Belmo balls and they always seem to create a ton of controversy in the bowling community as to whether or not they are actually good or just sell because of the name printed on them. I personally LOVED the ProMotion more than any of them and also really enjoy the OG Trend. The Trend 2 is proving to be a great compliment to its predecessor the OG Trend. It covers a surprising amount of boards for me which is exactly what I needed in my bag right now. When everyone is standing right and burning up the outside the Trend 2 allows me to move inside of them without losing any traction. As Luke Rosdahl mentions in his YouTube review “it isn’t really a step down or up from the OG Trend, it is more of a step sideways” this is why they complement each other so well, especially on modified house shots or sport shots. The OG Trend has gotten quite a bit of play time on sport shots.

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Storm Trend 2 Rev Rave 425 Pap 5 3/4 over ¼ up Axis Tilt >5 degrees Axis Rotation 45 degrees Storm Pro Shop Staff Before drilling the Trend 2 I drilled the original Trend, not for any reason I just wanted to see what a 4 ½ x 5 x 4 layout would roll like on a symmetrical ball. That layout is very situational for me and I can’t use it as much as I thought. Now, drilling the Trend 2 I went (5 x 3 ½ x 2 ½) The ball is very clean and still responds down lane. I love the before drilling core numbers and the strong cover. This combination is perfect for bowlers who like shiny covered bowling balls that still slow down at the right spot. I will keep the surface OOB and use it when the lanes have early friction. I see myself using the Trend 2 more for tournaments due to its strong cover and semi strong core. Today’s PBA tournament conditions use a lot more oil so the Trend 2 will be a ball I use later in the day when the lanes start developing the early hook. Looking at core numbers it is very similar to the Roto Grip Wrecker, so if that was something you liked in 2015 then you’ll have a great time with this new ball.

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Not happy with ball performance, probably got drilled wrong. Too bad because it's a beautiful looking ball

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Storm Trend 2 Cover: NRG Hybrid Core: Piston LD Layout: 5 x 3 x 2.5 I decided to compare the newest Belmo ball to the Zen because many reviews are talking about it in the same breath as the Zen. I get that. It’s shiny, yet still a bit early, and it’s pretty strong. I think it’s pretty obvious in the video I get a bit more easy length and pop put of the Zen. The Trend 2 seems to want to dig a bit more even with the super shiny box finish on its NRG Hybrid cover (also on a favorite of mine - Physix). My Trend 2 really sees the back part of the lane and kind of locks up and rolls through the pins. This was alleviated mostly by really getting left and opening up the angles (maybe even more than normal which speaks to the overall strength of this ball). Although I like filming box surface first for these comparisons because 9/10 bowlers will probably leave it box, I now have the surface at about 2000. For me, the Trend 2 is more useful and more controllable with the surface. The surface also serves to provide more separation compared to other similar balls in our line. Video Review Link: https://youtu.be/1ZDjstgJHkM Chris Freeland Storm Amateur Staff Average Rev Rate 425 Average Speed 18 mph PAP: 4 1/8 over 3/4 up

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This was my first Belmo ball I have drilled and it does not disappoint. To me the Trend 2 is a little longer than and a perfect complement to a Phaze II, Zen Master, or Idol type of ball. It is also earlier and smoother overall than my Zen.

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Trend 2 allows me to get left when the lanes break down and not have to worry if its not going to hook! For me this ball flips and drives through the pins when I am left. The ball floats through the front part of the lane and really gets into a roll in the mids.

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The latest and greatest Storm and Belmonte collaboration is the best one yet! Trend 2 features the Piston Core in which Storm lightened the density of the weight block to create a higher RG with a lower differential. This combination gives more continuation off the end of the pattern with the core dynamics concentrated in this range. This ball is an absolute beast, I have thrown this ball in every single tournament I have bowled in the past few months, I cannot seem to take it out of my hands. This ball will be great for bowlers of all styles and abilities, go out and get yours today!

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The new collaboration between Belmonte and storm has to be the best to date so far. This new hybrid cover in the piston core complements each other so well in the Trend 2. This ball is not just for high rev rate or 2 handed players. This ball is versatile for any style of bowling. Don't miss out on Jason Belmonte new Signature ball. Get to your local pro shop and put your favorite layout on this ball, and you'll be off to the races.

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The Storm Trend 2 bowling ball is an intriguing one. Not only because it has Jason Belmonte’s insignia on it, but also because of The Piston LD Core and NRG Hybrid Reactive coverstock. The higher RG of this core helps the ball to get down the lane easier while strong NRG coverstock has no problem fighting higher volumes of lane conditioner on the lanes. Many people can find this ball to be a very good benchmark ball. I drilled my Trend 2 quite strong: 65 x 4 ½ x 30. With this layout, it flares a little bit more than I expected. It seems like the strong coverstock and the amount of flare makes this ball “read” the mid-lane very strong, which results in a very smooth and “forward” motion down the lane. With the layout that I chose, the Trend 2 seems to be a little bit “in between” for me. I can see where this ball can be very useful, so I am looking forwards to drilling another Trend 2 with a pin-down layout. In my opinion, Trend 2 can be very good on longer patterns where you don’t want to give up the “pocket” very much. It is also very useful on some medium patterns on slicker lane surfaces when straighter launch angles are required. Trend 2 works great for me on a “house” pattern because it blends the ‘over/under’ reaction very well. I can see higher rev-rate bowlers really liking this ball as well as bowlers that have a little more axis of rotation. Want to see me throwing the Trend 2? Check this video out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSq83jjLv0I

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Layout : 5 x 5 x 3 PAP : 4 1/2 Right x 1/2 up Speed : 17 mph Rev Rate : 380 If you don't under stand these numbers, please got check with your closest Bowlersmart Pro Shop Operator. One of my favorite bowling balls so far this past year was the 900 Global Zen. I don't typically use another brand as a comparison but when I was throwing the Trend 2 that's all I could think of. The ball has a lot of length and some snap at the back end. Bowlers who are high speed players and like to swing the lane will absolutely love this ball. I like using this ball when the lanes dry up a bit, and I can stand little bit further left. When my Zen is just hooking too much, this is the ball I go to get a little bit more length.

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Storm Trend 2 Layout: 45 x 4 ½ x 35 Where the original Trend had a smooth down lane motion for a pearl, the Trend 2 has a tremendous amount of downlane traction. I would not quite call the motion skid-flip, though – I would classify it as a strong, hard arc. It is great for moving left and opening the lane up after the big solids and asyms have opened the pattern up. I would place it as being at home on anything from medium-light to medium-heavy lanes; it has too much traction to use on true dry lanes. For me, the Trend 2 fits perfectly between the Idol Helios and the Electrify Solid.

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After drilling and loving the trend I was excited to drill the Trend2 and it did not disappoint. The original was a pearl and was very clean down lane and smooth of the spot. The trend2 for me is a tad earlier and definitely stronger on the back but predictable and controllable. Loving this new piece I can be very versatile and would use on a house or tournament pattern

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This is a good piece for Medium-Heavy Oil patterns. When the fronts go and forces you to get inside 4-5 arrow, it gets through the fronts clean with continuous backend motion.

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Got it drilled and it performs great. exceeds expectations by a substantial margin.

Tx, United States

Storm Trend 2 Review Rev Rate: 375 Ball Speed: 15-16 mph PAP: 5 inches over, 1/2 inch up Layout: 60x5x30 Part 2 of the Jason Belmonte Trend series, this ball is another out of the park success. The Trend 2 is a step up from its original counterpart. The original Trend had a smoother, less violent reaction downlane. The Trend 2…it HOOKS! The stronger cover and modified core gives it more versatility which allows you to have more options in your plan of attack. This ball has turned out to be my favorite in the bag right now. If you’re not starting off with this ball, it will be a great step down to your higher end equipment or a definite step up from your lower end pieces. The Trend 2 is a wonderful addition to the Storm Family. ⭐️ 5 stars all around ⭐️

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Potential GOAT in my bag. It won't be for everyone but it is definitely different than anything else that I have. I can play any part of the lane with it.

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Drilled 60x5x40 pin above ring finger thrown out of box finish. I could start in league with this ball has great midlane hook and a strong backend. As the shot breaks down it still continues to read the mids strong. Compared to my phaze 4 the phaze was much cleaner through the mids and more controllable back end.

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Strom Trend 2 NRG Hybrid Coverstock Piston LD Core I drilled my Trend 2 4x55 and sanded to 3000. Just enough to get the polish off. I tend to do better with high grit sanded hybrids. Right out of the box I saw much more motion from the Trend 2 than I saw from the original Trend...earlier, stronger, smoother reaction. For me this one is a solid 1st ball out of the bag option on a typical house shot. Also can help smooth out the reaction when you see wet/dry conditions. I hope the Piston Core stays around for a long time!

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The Trend 2 is the latest Signature Series entry from Storm. Once again Storm and Jason Belmonte collaborated and came up with this great new release. The Trend 2 features an all-new Piston LD Core and the NRG Hybrid coverstock. The RG at 15lbs is 2.54 and the differential is .041 and is finished a 1500 grit polished. This ball is a definite upgrade from the original Trend. For me it is about 7 boards left with my feet and five boards left at the arrows. Not only does the Trend 2 start to read the pattern sooner, it also has a much stronger backend motion. Where the original Trend was more of an arcing motion, the Trend 2 is more a skid/flip reaction. Bowling on a cliffed house shot is not a problem for this ball. It definitely blends out the pattern better than its predecessor. It seems like each release that is put out in the signature line is better than the ones before it. The Trend 2 is no exception to this!

This ball is incredible with an amazing hook. First night with it bowling and got a 220 and a 223 back to back games. Such an amazing ball

FL, United States

This ball is amazing, been wanting this for awhile and finally decided to get it. It will definitely be a go to in my bag.

United States

Still learning how my technique translates to the ball action, but I get consistent rolls and good pin action

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