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Storm's Premier Line continues to be the most successful high performance line of equipment on the market. From the original El Nino and its split density technology to the Paradigm and X-Factor series with its multi-disc technology and now the performance proven Virtual series, we continue to push the limit of technology and innovation.
The Invasion features the next generation of advancement in core and coverstock technology. Our first goal was to develop a strong asymmetrical design different than any other. The concept was to create contours along the RG planes to ensure a stronger preferred spin axis. We did this by developing intersecting contoured bands from the X-axis along the Y and Z axes. These bands are developed at specific arcs to maximize RG and differential values along the planes. In turn, this translates into a quicker revving core with a more defined moment of inertia or breakpoint unlike any prior design found on the market.
The all new Origin core boasts a 2.48 RG value with .057 total differential and a .017 intermediate differential. Using C.A.T.S., we tested the Origin core up against the Shape Lock HD core with same coverstock to see the differences, and we were amazed by the results. The Origin core started into the "hook" phase about 3 feet sooner and created a stronger entry angle to the pocket. Usually when we get the ball started into the "hook" phase sooner we see less entry angle to the pocket, but this core with the contoured bands along the RG planes definitely showed us something different.
The finishing touch to the Invasion is the R3X coverstock. This third generation of Reactor series coverstock has the highest Ra values ever produced by Storm products. Based on the USBC Ball Motion Study we know that higher Ra values produce more ball motion in the oil, and this coverstock is no exception. We saw a 9% increase in friction values in the oil and an increase of 5% down the lane over its predecessor R2X utilizing C.A.T.S. testing.
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Storm Invasion Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by Brian Halstrom 12/17/2009 18:50
378 of 378 people found this review helpful. 
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 233 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Cranker | |
| PAP | 4 1/2" x 1/2" Up | |
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Storm's Premier Line continues to be the most successful high performance line of equipment on the market. The Invasion features the next generation of advancement in core and coverstock technology.
Pin to PAP(4 1/2" over 1/2" up) - 5"
Mass Bias Position - 3" right of Center Line
Balance Hole - None
Surface Preparation - Left at Box Finish
What I Was Looking For In This Layout: After testing the Virtual Gravity, I had very high expectations on the Invasion. I laid this ball out almost identically to my Virtual Gravity to get a direct comparison of reactions. I expected to be able to get into the deepest parts of the lane and have the ball recover from anywhere on the lane.
What I Ended Up With In This Ball Layout: Simply amazing... Storm has done it again. Without question, this ball provided the best reaction and carry at the pocket than any other ball I've ever tested. Compared to the Virtual Gravity, this ball hooked just as much, but gave me a little more predictability and control overall. This combination of reaction, control, and power at the pins equaled incredible scores for me the first night I tested in league.
Out of the box, I tested this ball in my league to see how far into the night I could take it. I started out the night standing on the 35th board (Yes, that was to start the night on a fresh house shot). Without effort, I was able to keep the ball on line and get it back from the 10th board at the breakpoint. As for carry percentage, I left a pocket 7 pin in the first frame. Other than that, it carried the next 11 shots. I could live with 290 out of the box for the first game.
The 2nd game, I expected to see some transition and lose a little carry at the pocket. Not the case at all. I began the 2nd game throwing the front 9 strikes. The shots ranged within a few boards of each other, but whether I missed in or leaked a it right, the Storm Invasion made it to the pocket and shredded the rack. As for the 10th frame, it was a repeat of the first frame in the first game, leaving another pocket 7 pin. 279 the 2nd game, it was looking good, but I didn't think it could last much longer.
As the 3rd game began, I decided to move left on the approach 2 boards to provide a little extra push down the lane before getting into a roll. I was surprised with how well the Invasion was storing energy down the lane as the night progressed. Once again, I found myself shaking my head at the absolute power this ball unleashed at the pins as I began the 3rd game with the front 7 strikes. After a split in the 8th frame, I finished the game striking out for 262.
831 out of the box the first night used with 32 strikes. I'm sold. Frankly, if you've thrown the Virtual Gravity, you're going to want to add the Invasion to your arsenal. If you haven't had a chance to throw a Virtual, I recommend you give the Invasion a shot. Probably the best pin carry out of the box that I've ever seen.
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Storm Invasion Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by Dustin Seymour 02/03/2010 20:12
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Can you feel it? The Invasion is here! I drilled my Invasion 4 1/2 x 4 from my PAP as this is about as strong a drilling as I will put on a bowling ball. I wanted something for heavy oil/tournament shots. The Invasion is by far the most aggressive ball I've ever thrown. The new R3X coverstock is a beast! Compared to my Virtual with a similar layout the Invasion is about 4 boards stronger and gets down the lane about 3 feet longer. The carry with this ball is unbelievable and this proves to me that the new Origin core is a great one, and will be around for quite a while. If you're looking for something that loves oil, this is your ball. Storm has had the last 2 Balls of the Year with the Virtual Gravity and Virtual Energy, and I expect another trophy up on the shelf for the 3rd year in a row with the Invasion! As always, Bowl up a Storm!
Dustin Seymour
Bellair Lanes Pro Shop Manager
Daytona Beach, FL
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Storm Invasion Reviewed by: forke 01/29/2010 12:44
51 of 51 people found this review helpful.
Ps One closing thought, To those who still may not believe just remember the last 3 balls of the year T-road Solid, Cell, Virtual Energy all where made by STORM how impressive is that? Good Luck and bowl up a Storm, let the Invasion begin
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Eric Forkel
5x PBA Champion
Storm Products Staff
Storm Invasion Reviewed by: Xcessive_Hook 01/16/2010 16:28
37 of 37 people found this review helpful.
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 219 | |
| Sport Shot Average | 202 | |
| Ball Speed | Fast | |
| Style | Tweener | |
| PAP | 5 3/4 right 3/4 up | |
Surface: OOB 4000
Well, I do not know if it is the coverstock, core, or layout but this is definitely the most aggressive ball I've ever thrown to date. It is stronger than my next most aggressive ball(Mutant Cell) by 7 boards.
In league last night, I had to start off around 32, looking at 17 and keeping my breakpoint around 8-10. Thanks to the 4000 grit finish, it was still able to clear the heads easily, but really begins to dig midlane. However, when it hit the dry spot, it made an unforgiving angular dart into the pocket. Seeing the result I was actually able to miss right a bit and still had it recover. However, I paid the price when I missed as little as 2 boards left. 229, 289, 260 the first night-even with three nasty spits.
Most pieces I through can usually cover different conditions. If you need a Heavy Oil only ball, I believe this is the one.
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Storm Invasion Reviewed by: ststafftom 02/07/2010 18:50
18 of 18 people found this review helpful.
The new Origin core picked up on the lane at about the same time as the VG does. The biggest difference, is how much stronger it is in the backend! For my game, I use VG's to blend fresh patterns, as the cover and core combination tends to be a little smoother for me, and I then go to the Dimension, when I need more in the backend. The Invasion is like a combination of both of these balls. It picks up on the lane earlier than the Dimension (like the VG), but rolls very strong off the spot (like the Dimension) for a very impressive move to the pocket.
I have used this ball on a few different conditions. Bowling on DBA lane surface, house condition at 39 feet, this ball was a monster!! I needed to back my hand out of the ball, and let the core and cover do all of the work. The reaction was fun to watch, but very hard to control.
I used it again the next week, on the same pattern, but was able to keep my hand soft more consistently, and really liked the reaction of the ball. What I found was, I didn't have to move my feet as the lane went through transition. I was also testing my Reign of Fire(Rof) (I will post a review of that ball as well), and really noticed how much stronger the RoF was in the front part of the lane, and in the backend(box surface w/coat of Xtra shine), compared to the Invasion. The RoF was just stronger throughout the entire lane, until the backend started to tighten up a bit. I had to cut practice short, as I needed to work the shop in the afternoon. I went back to practice after closing the shop, and rolled a few more games. There was A LOT of bowling on the pair that I used (house balls galore). I started with the RoF and the lane hooked up front, and the backends were tight. The ball was lazy down lane, and I left a lot of seven pins, as well as a few 9 pins. I then decided to try the Invasion again, and I COULD NOT BELIEVE IT, I was able to stand at the exact same place I was standing in the morning. The other balls that I took with me, all needed to play different parts of the lane, or I had to change my release to get them to the pocket and carry, but the Invasion still rolled strong through all that carrydown. The only difference was, if I missed around the ball at the bottom, it still held pocket, when in the morning it would have crossed over. I couldn't believe that a ball this strong, was able to roll through an entire day of lane transition the way it did.
The next night, I bowled on Scorpion pattern in my PBAX league, on pro-anvilane. I had just got done bowling a tournament on very dry conditions, so I was rolling the ball really firm. I had a good look in practice with it, but started leaving 7 pins once we started to bowl. I decided to put it down, and go with a strong pin under ring Dimension, with a lot of surface, and X-hole down low. I really feel, if I was rolling the ball the way I normally do, this would have been the perfect piece for the night (I had to go practice at lunch today, to get myself back in check!!).
In closing, the Invasion will be in my bag any time I go to a tournament, or to bowl on the longer PBA patterns for league. Although very strong, the new R3X cover seems to be able to handle transition very well, and the core seems to take some of the inconsistences of lane to lane play out of the equation. Go see your local certified pro shop and ask them to help you start an Invasion!
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Tommy Gollick
Storm Regional/Pro Shop staff
Red Crown Pro Shop Harrisburg, PA
stormbowling.com
Storm Invasion Reviewed by: hanstak 01/30/2010 02:46
18 of 18 people found this review helpful.
Not often does a ball come out and you see immediate dividends, but you will with the Invasion. I drilled this one with my personal favorite layout, A 4 x 4 x 1 drilling from the Storm lightning strike PSA layout guide. This ball absolutely hooks. Wednesday @ league: first game: playing up ten because they were spotty I leave the ten pin and I miss it (sorry i stuck on the spare), then I go ten in a row, with a solid nine pin for a 277. I was able to overpower the lane conditions/opening them up for my team. We shot 1184 scratch (GREAT BOWLING TEAM ) Thursday @ league: first game I started out with the front five, I was able to get up under it and hook the lane, but they broke down really fast and I got lost. I wasn't prepared for that much friction that fast, but this is where the Invasion shows its versatility, I changed my hand position and was able to get the ball through the heads and it still hooked off the spot like I’d cranked it up. Shot 267 second game with the front eight. You’d think it would be hard to follow up on a ball like the Virtual Gravity (Read my VG review), but Storm gives you a boost of NOS in a bowling ball. The Invasion @ 4000 grit is more angular on the backend, and has a stronger ball motion in the oil than anything on the market. When the Invasion begins which side will you be on? Get one and strike like lightning. Go bowl up a STORM!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Storm Invasion Reviewed by: ItzGenX 02/03/2010 21:48
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Tweener | |
Storm Invasion Reviewed by: pooler300 01/30/2010 10:50
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.
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Storm Invasion Reviewed by: Venez 01/29/2010 04:05
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.
The house I bowl at had pretty fresh oil on the lanes when I had the ball drilled up so it was a pretty nice condition for me to test the Invasion out. I was throwing from the 33rd and having it go out to about the 8th. The backend on this ball is very unforgiving. You definitely don't want to miss left with this ball because it snaps harder than any ball I've thrown before (including the virtual gravity and the virtual energy; mind you my invasion is drilled a good amount less agressive than both of these balls). But, when I would throw it down my usual line, those pins would crash and have no chance to stay standing. I was looking for a ball to throw on very heavy oil and definitely got what I needed. This ball is the perfect compliment to add to anyones arsenal.
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