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The new Virtual Gravity is the latest endeavor using the well received R2X coverstock and the high performance Shape Lock HD (High Density) Core.
Through extensive testing, Storm's research and development has perfectly matched the surface of the now legendary R2X coverstock to the Shape Lock HD (High Density) to create the Virtual Gravity, the finest Premier performance ball ever produced by Storm.
The Virtual Gravity features the high differential Shape Lock HD core that provides consistent track flare exposing fresh R2X coverstock to the lane for outstanding reaction on the heaviest lane conditions. The low RG and High Differential asymmetrical core creates a tighter spin radius ensuring a quicker revving motion along with continuous roll down the lane. An intermediate differential on .020 allows you the ultimate in breakpoint tune-ability and shot shape.
The R2X Solid Reactive coverstock creates the highest surface roughness ever produced by Storm Products. Our tests indicate a 10% increase in surface friction and a 5% increase in entry angle down the lane than our previous coverstocks. This translates into the highest friction to lane numbers we have ever seen. Along with increased surface roughness, the R2X Solid Reactive coverstock features a slower oil absorption rate for added longevity. The cover is easily sanded or polished to achieve endless reaction possibilities on a multitude of lane conditions.
Features:
- Coverstock: R2X Solid Reactive
- Weight Block: Shape Lock HD
- Ball Finish: 4000-grit Abralon
- Durometer: 73-75
- Fragrance: Orange Mint
Testimonials
"I used this ball at Storm Fair in Japan and it is the strongest ball I have thrown. The Virtual Gravity can handle the heaviest oil."
PBA Hall of Famer Pete Weber
"The R2X cover is unbelievable. I can't wait to use this ball on Tour because it will help me win tournaments... period."
PBA Rookie of the Year Rhino Page
"The Virtual Gravity controls the midlane and doesn't quit. I was amazed how strong this ball is."
Storm staffer Norm Duke
"It anchors the midlane and finishes thru the pin deck. The Virtual Gravity hits the pins hard."
Storm staffer Jeff Carter
"The difference is the ability for the Virtual Gravity to handle oil. It retains energy better than any heavy oil ball I have ever thrown."
Storm staffer Ryan Shafer
"You can see how good the Virtual Gravity is the very first time it goes down the lane. The staffers are going to love this ball on heavy oil..and the cover is very adjustable. Weber and Duke love it. That pretty much says it all."
Storm PBA Tour Representative Chris Schlemer
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Customer Reviews Average: 4.6Write a Review Read all 132 reviews
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83% (110 of 132) |
| I Like It | 5% (6 of 132) | |
| It's Ok | 5% (6 of 132) | |
| I Don't Like It | 4% (5 of 132) | |
| I Hate It | 4% (5 of 132) |
Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews 10/27/2008 07:29
188 of 188 people found this review helpful. 
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 215 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Tweener | |
| PAP | 5 1/8 right 1/8 up | |
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Virtual Gravity, An Unstoppable Force from Storm.
Pin to PAP(5 1/8" over 1/8" up) - 6"
Mass Bias Position - above thumb hole on center line
CG Placement -
Balance Hole - none
Surface Preparation - Out of Box (4000 grit Abralon)
What I Was Looking For In This Ball Layout:
This one was pretty easy to think of the ball motion we wanted. The Virtual Gravity features the SHAPE-LOCK HD
core which was found int he Gravity Shift. It also has the solid version of the R2X coverstock that was
also on the Gravity Shift.
Since we were a big fan of the Gravity Shift this was a much anticipated release. I was hoping the solid cover
would help the ball read the friction a little earlier which should help smooth out the overall ball motion. If you
ever threw a Gravity Shift or watched someone throw the Gravity Shift you know that it makes a U Turn on the back end.
we have been this layout more and more on test balls so they are easier to compare, it also helps create a smoother ball motion
in the front and middle part of the lane while still allowing for plenty of movement on the backend if you want.
What I Ended Up With in the Ball and Layout:
WOW!!!
I will state it now, there is nobody that will not want this ball once they see it roll. After you finish reading this review you need to check out our video and see for yourself.
I could not believe the reaction I had with this ball. We tested this ball on our fresh house shot, to start off I was being conservative with my lines and angles. Playing the part of the lane where I would typically be during normal
league conditions. As I saw what this ball could do I migrated as far left as I wanted and watched the ball change directions with ease.
I honestly can not remember the last time I had a ball that allowed me to make the ball change directions at the break point like this ball does. On paper I really thought this ball would react similar but a little stronger then my Gravity Shift. They were not even close, they were very compatible but not the same ball at all. Every move I made with this ball it read the oil
and reacted off of the friction amazingly. The ball motion of the Virtual Gravity is what we are all really looking for, it rolls really heavy in the front part of the lane but does not hook early or burn up early. Through the mid lane section you see it start to read the friction but really just maintaining the heavy roll and then on the back part of the lane it makes a very distinct motion to the pocket.
As you will see from our video review, we made this ball do some amazing things. Storm has the winner so far for winter releases!
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by Brian Halstrom 10/25/2008 11:25
46 of 46 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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The new Virtual Gravity¢ is the latest endeavor using the well received R2X coverstock and the high performance Shape Lock HD¢ (High Density) Core.
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 (4000-grit Abralon)
What I Was Looking For In This Layout: Knowing that this ball was going to hook, I decided to place the pin under my middle finger to keep the pin a little further away from my PAP.
What I Ended Up With In This Ball Layout: Let me start by making a bold statement...This is the most aggressive by I have ever thrown. Really, the movement this ball makes at the breakpoint is insane. While testing the ball with my co-workers, we were having fun seeing how far left we could stand and how many boards we could cross. This being said, any bowler that is looking for a strong ball in oil, no matter if you are a stroker, tweener, or cranker, this ball is the ball you need to have in your bag.
We started out using our Virtual Gravity's on a freshly oiled house condition. Normally I would stand around 20-22 and play in between the 2-3 arrow. Left at box surface, this proved to be a bit too aggressive for me. I started standing on 28 getting the ball close to the 4th arrow and out to 6. Once the ball reached the breakpoint, it forgets to put on its turn signal and just makes a left turn. This ball does not have Deflection in its vocabulary.
To test the balls limits, I decided to stand on 45 (pretty much lining my left foot up with the left gutter) and going in between the 5th and 6th arrows. While throwing through this line, my target breakpoint was still around the 6-8 board. Once again, off the breakpoint, the ball makes a left turn and absolutely destroys the pins.
My recommendation is that if you're going to miss, miss right. This ball will not have any problem recovering from the outside. This ball will react best on medium-oily to heavy oiled lane conditions. If you loved the Gravity Shift, then you are going to love the Virtual Gravity.
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: bowlingball.com reviews by John Congdon 10/30/2008 09:37
16 of 16 people found this review helpful.
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 181 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Tweener | |
| PAP | 4 1/2" x 0" | |
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Virtual Gravity, An Unstoppable Force from Storm.
Pin to PAP(4 1/2" over 0" up) - 3 3/8"
Mass Bias Position - 1" right of center line
Balance Hole - 7/8" x 1 1/2" deep on the PAP
Surface Preparation - Factory Finish Polish (4000 grit Abralon)
What I Was Looking For In This Ball Layout:
This was my first bowling ball in the Shift line so I wasn't totally sure what to expect. I knew that Tony and Brian really liked their previous ones.
What I Ended Up With in the Ball and Layout:
I first tried to use the ball at its out of box finish. With my lower ball speed it was hard to get the ball down the lane because of its huge hooking potential.
I then polished it up with some Factory Finish High Gloss polish. What a huge difference. We were able to shoot our ball reaction video on a fresh house shot and you need to watch it to see. Tony and Brian were playing ridiculous angles with this ball.
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: Ormond pro shop manager 11/24/2008 20:39
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: Kenny Lawson @ Aloma Bowl Pro Shop 07/18/2009 14:06
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: bowlingball.com Reviews by Mike Corona 10/24/2008 22:41
15 of 15 people found this review helpful.
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First of all let me state that the Virtual Gravity is a very sharp looking bowling ball. The color scheme and brightness is a real head turner when it rolls down the lane. This is designed to be very aggressive and used for medium-heavy oil patterns. I am tweener with an average ball speed of around 16 mph. I decided a really aggressive drilling would probably be too much on this ball. I decided to drill a 4.5 X 5.5 drilling based on my PAP. I placed the pin 4.5 inches from my axis and the mass bias 5.5 inches. This put the pin above my ring finger, the mass bias approximately 2 inches right of thumb, and a 7/8 weigh hole on my axis point 5 1/8 over 1/4 up. I placed the hole on my axis in order to smooth out the backend reaction.
I was looking to achieve medium length with strong but controllable backend motion. Upon rolling this ball my first thought was WOW this is a lot of ball. The ball would virtually come back from anywhere... hook, hook, and more hook. On a heavier oil pattern this would have been incredible, but for the medium THS i was bowling on this definitely was a little too much ball. I decided to take the box finish and apply a small coat of Storm Reacta Shine in order to get a little more length out of the ball. This turned out to be a great decision. This light coat of polish allowed the ball to clear the heads with much more ease, then the midlane read and backend transition were strong yet predictable. I could pretty much hit the pocket from anywhere on the lane with a few wrist position adjustments. As the lanes broke down I was able to chase the pattern right without losing hitting power or pin carry. As the heads dried out about midway through game 2 (bowling a 5 player mens league) this proved to be a little too much ball. Even with the polish I was wheeling 6th arrow out to about the 7 board.
Overall, I would rate this ball as exceptional and recommend it for anyone looking for a ball with a lot of overall hook. The R2X cover allows for easy surface adjustments to cover most medium to heavy patterns and the visual appeal of the ball is exceptional turning heads all over the bowling center all night. Just another outstanding product from Storm.
Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: 12 Frames 07/11/2009 12:39
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Mass Bias Position - 4 1/4\" from PAP right of thumb
Balance Hole - Hole placed on PAP to keep ball legal
Surface Preparation - Out of Box (4000 abralon)
What I Was Looking For In This Ball Layout:
This ball was drilled to be my go to ball for heavy oil. I needed a ball for a freshly oiled shot. The layout provides some decent length with strong reaction off of the spot. I also wanted something that would allow me to open up the lanes when possible, yet still provide a strong recovery.
What I Ended Up With in the Ball and Layout:
If this ball does not win ball of the year, then the contest is fixed. LOL! The Virtual Gravity (VG) is the new standard by which all balls are measured. My VG gets down the lane and has a strong midlane reaction and a stronger backend reaction. The VG is a very aggressive ball. When it reads a dry backend, it will turn towards the pocket with extreme intentions. LOL! The VG is one of the hardest hitting balls in the history of bowling. You will be in awe the first time you successfully roll this ball.
The VG\'s strength is its massive backend and hitting power. When you hit the pocket, this ball destroys the pins. It is as if the ball sucks the pins from the deck. The backend is very strong and continuous. I can strike from a variety of angles and I never have to worry about carry with this ball.
As for the VG\'s weakness, it simply needs oil. If there is not enough oil on the lane, just simply put it back in your bag. I have seen so many people struggle with this ball because they refuse to put it back in the bag. As for me personally, I get more use out of my other balls than I do with my VG. However, when there is enough oil, you will be rewarded because it is one of the hardest hitting balls out today. There may be a few new balls that will out hook the VG overall, but there is not one ball on earth that will out hit it. Period!
In closing, the VG is an awesome ball. If you like aggression and you can get used to the idea that you can\'t use this ball all night, then this is your ball. It\'s upside is that when you can use it, it is one of the best oil balls ever. It\'s downside is that when you can\'t use it, you better have something that can take up the slack. LOL!
Peace!
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Storm Virtual Gravity Reviewed by: HiggyJr 01/24/2009 11:40
3 of 3 people found this review helpful. 
| About the Bowler | ||
| Bowling Hand | Right Handed | |
| League Average | 230 | |
| Sport Shot Average | 210 | |
| Ball Speed | Medium | |
| Style | Tweener | |
| PAP | 5 1/4 | |
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