Storm Ion Pro Solid Bowling Ball

Storm Ion Pro Solid Layout: 4.5 x 3.5 x 3.75 Storm Pin Buffer Layout Rev Rate: 325 rpm, 7 degree of axis tilt, 40 degree of axis rotation Testing information: 41 foot THS (medium to light volume) Bowling Center: Fulton Bowling Center IKON Kegel Machine – Brunswick Anvilane The Storm Ion Pro Solid utilizes the TX-16 Solid reactive cover along with the proven Element Tour A.I. Core. Ball of the Year? I have the Ion Pro Solid as a candidate for my BOY. During testing, it had something special to it. I can’t wait to use it in a tournament. The ION Pro Solid cleared the front part of the lane then had a quick response at the break point. I have it as a benchmark type ball in a tournament arsenal. I feel the surface can be adjusted if needed. My tournament arsenal (current) 1. Storm Ion Max 2. Storm Physix Blackout 3. 900 Global Origin 4. Roto Grip Rock Star 5. Storm Equinox or Storm Ion Pro Solid 6. Storm Hy-Road 40 7. Road Warrior 8. Storm iQ 78U Visit your local Storm VIP Pro Shop! #Stormnation #SquadRG

Ball Specs: Storm Ion Pro Solid TX-16 Solid Reactive A.I. Asymmetric Element Core Finish Power Edge Layout 4.5 x4 with 2” Pin Buffer Bowler Specs: Right Hand. PAP 5” Over 1/2 up Rev Rate 300. Tilt 20. Rotation 50. Speed at release 17 Review: I really like the Ion Pro so I felt like this would be another good ball for me. I also like the shiny solid blue color with the yellow gold logos, and the smell is appealing too. I drilled the Ion Pro Solid to compliment the benchmark intent of the ball and took it to the lanes for a test. The Ion Pro Solid rolls smooth and predictable with a nice forgiving move on the back. The A.I. Core hit is noticeable on this ball and the pins seem to be lively at impact. The word benchmark may be overused in describing bowling balls, but I feel Storm nailed it on this one. The Power Edge finish on this ball creates a better angle for me than some benchmark balls I have used. I see plenty of these balls being rolled on sport shots and house shots and it is very effective. The Ion Pro Solid goes through the pins very well which results in excellent pin carry. I put this ball just above my Hyroad 40 and under my Exotic Gem in total hook. This ball seems to work well for many styles of play. The folks we have drilled these for really like this ball. I did most of my testing with the Ion Pro Solid on a house shot and this ball blended out the pattern very well. I also used this ball a few games on a flatter modified house shot and got the same great results. Summary: The Ion Pro Solid has very good benchmark motion. The forgiveness and hit are very good. This ball could be a must have for most bowlers. Glenn Wendel Storm Pro Shop Staff gwendel@comcast.net www.stormbowling.com

Ball Specs: Ion Solid Coverstock: TX-16 Solid Core: Element Tour AI Finish: Power Edge Fragrance: Blueberry Donut The Storm Ion Pro Solid is a versatile, benchmark-quality bowling ball that offers a strong and consistent reaction across medium to heavy oil conditions. Featuring the proven TX-16 solid reactive coverstock and the low-diff, asymmetrical Element Tour A.I. core, this ball delivers an early midlane read with a smooth yet powerful backend motion. Compared to the original Ion Pro Hybrid, the Solid version hooks sooner and provides more overall board coverage, while still maintaining control and predictability. Bowlers will appreciate how the polished surface helps it glide through the front part of the lane, then dig in with authority without overreacting on the backend. It shines on house shots and performs reliably on tougher sport patterns, making it a great choice for league bowlers and tournament players alike. The ball’s low RG (2.47) and modest differential (0.035) allow for a controllable, benchmark-style shape that doesn't quit on the backend. Crankers and tweeners will enjoy the stronger midlane continuation, while strokers will appreciate the clean motion and easy-to-manage shape. It slots nicely between the Ion Max (more traction) and the Ion Hybrid (less hook), rounding out a three-ball arsenal with purpose. The polished solid surface can be adjusted to 2000–3000 grit for more traction if needed, and bowlers looking for a dependable asym to read transition zones or blend out wet/dry conditions will find this ball hits the mark. With its bold Capri Blue color and consistent performance, the Ion Pro Solid stands out visually and on the lanes. Ideal as a first-out-of-the-bag benchmark or a go-to in transition, this ball delivers a blend of strength, control, and versatility that makes it a standout in Storm’s lineup and a worthy addition to any serious bowler’s bag. Review: Will Tefft Storm Staff Member will@parklanes.net www.strombowling.com #Stromnation

Ball Specs: Storm Ion Pro Solid Coverstock: TX-16™ Solid Reactive with Power Edge Weight Block: Element™ Tour A.I. Core (Asymmetrical) Color: Capri Blue Review: Game changer! This ball shape and reaction is best described as all the GOATs combined. We are seeing OG Hyroad, baby Phaze 2, IQ Solid vibes but in an asymmetrical piece. We drilled this ball with our normal layout: tweener, 350-375 revs, 16.5mph, layout of choice is 4x4x2 (pin is above bridge). It is hard, and also very early, to say this could take the Phaze 2 to its grave but it may do so. The versatility of this ball and the way it reacts to surface changes makes it very dynamic, and backs up the slightly high “benchmark” price tag. You can expect to use this ball pretty much the way you find yourself using a Phaze 2. It looks good on the fresh, it looks great moving left, and it looks even better on sport patterns. This is a ball that you keep multiples drilled with maybe two different coverstock variations to use in a tournament. It is that good. Kyle, Joel, & Dean Johnson Storm Pro Shop Staff Members kyle@parklanes.net joel@parklanes.net dean@parklanes.net www.stormbowling.com #StormNation

⚡ Ion Pro Solid – Ultimate Benchmark Control with Tunable Versatility ⚡ by Ryan Burks, BTBowlingSupply.com ? Bowler Specs Rev Rate: 475 Tilt: 12° Rotation: 45° PAP: 4-3/4" over, 1" up ? Layout & Surface I drilled the Ion Pro Solid with a 5x4x2 layout looking for a strong but readable midlane shape with a controlled downlane motion. Out of the box, I found it a bit too flippy for my liking—more shape than I expected from a solid benchmark piece. To fine-tune the look, I adjusted the surface to 360–500–1000 and finished with a generous layer of Power House Power Edge Compound. That brought the motion back in line with my expectations: smooth, round, and predictable with a strong continuous finish. ? Ball Motion & Performance Once dialed in, the Ion Pro Solid delivered exactly what I wanted in a benchmark: early traction with control, but enough continuation to keep the pins flying. It’s not jumpy off the spot, and that’s what makes it a great read piece for transitioning into more angular or stronger asym options. The cover is very versatile—this ball seems comfortable on medium to longer patterns, and it reacts well across varied lane surfaces, from newer synthetics to worn wood. ✅ Final Thoughts Surface Adjustments Make a Huge Difference – Don’t judge this one straight out of the box Versatile Core/Cover Pairing – Tunable for different shapes and styles Benchmark Arsenal Slot – Ideal first ball out of the bag Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) The Ion Pro Solid is a reliable benchmark and strong foundation piece. With the right surface prep, it’s the kind of ball you can shape your entire game plan around.

layout: 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2 Surface: 2000 Abralon Rev Rate: 470 RPM Tilt: 13* I was very excited with the announcement of the new Ion Pro Solid. I was a huge fan of the original Ion Pro and expected this one to be no different. The ball reaction I got, was just as I expected but better. Clean through the front, strong in the midlane and ample continuation. Definitely my type of ball! The Ion Pro solid brings back the Element AI core and paired with the TX-16 Solid coverstock found on the Phaze 2. I got to test this ball on my typical 44ft house pattern and the 46ft Johnny Petraglia sport pattern. On the House pattern, I actually saw a little too much length on the 44ft with the polished finish. It was forcing me to be too close to the friction and then with my rev rate, it would see the friction too hard. I changed the surface to 2000 to get the hook a little closer to me while allowing it to still continue well. The 2000 surface really did the trick for me. It allowed me to move into the center part of the lane more on the fresh and gave me area left and right of target. As I moved into about 25 with my feet, the ball still had no trouble continuing through the pins. At times in the transition, the ball actually read the lane too hard still. As I got into 30 with my feet, the ball was now in front of the transitioned hook spot in the front of the lane and it gave me decent length and continuation still. I had no fear that the ball was going to be too lazy down lane. This is definitely a ball that will make my bag on a wide variety of patterns. On the Johnny Petraglia pattern, I saw the same shape as the house pattern but needed to keep my breakpoint closer to the 10-12 range. The lower differential of the core got the ball down the lane and gave me plenty of hold if I missed left of target. However, the downfall was missing outside of that 10 range, it had trouble making it back up the hill due to its lower strength core. When I focused on keeping my target left of 10, it really shined well. As the lanes transitioned and I moved my feet even more left to about 30, I had no trouble seeing continuation still. The only time I had issue when I hit my target was when I got into about 40 with my feet. The solid coverstock had trouble turning the ball hard enough to go through the pins well enough. I was able to ball down to the original Ion Pro with a little hand rotation and was able to see a little better shape overall from that spot. I can recommend this Ion Pro Solid to a wide variety of players and conditions. Like the original Ion Pro, I see a lot of benchmark vibes with this one while still giving great continuation. From house patterns to sport patterns, this one will shine on medium oil the best. This ball can easily be used on the fresh or as a transition ball depending on the conditions.

Cover: TX-16 Solid Reactive Core: Element Tour A.I. Core RG: 2.47 RG. Diff.: 0.035 Finish: Power Edge Fragrance: Blueberry Donut The Ion Pro Solid is Storms newest premier line release and predecessor to the Ion Pro and Ion Max. This ball for me fits perfectly between the other 2 Ions, as it gets much more length than the Ion Max with the Power Edge Finish, but also has more traction in the midlane and pops on the end than the original Ion Pro. I feel this ball is very versatile on many different oil patterns as I have been able to throw it all 3 games of league, and on a couple different medium length sport patterns as well. It also takes to surface adjustments very well, as I knocked the shine off with a 1k pad and it helped pick up in the oil a little earlier but did not lose much on the backend. This is a very versatile ball and will fit many styles on many different patterns.

The Ion Pro Solid is the newest addition to the Premier line, Ion series. It features the TX-16 Solid Cover stock, that is found from the legendary Phaze II, paired with the Element Tour AI Core. Known to be a solid, its Power Edge finish makes the Ion Pro Solid deliver a more enhanced backend motion and versatility compared to the Ion Pro Hybrid and Pro Max. Ion Pro Solid layout: 45 x 4 x 35. Tested on its 43ft league pattern at my home center of Hudson Lanes in Cortlandt Manor, NY, I was quite impressed with the ball motion the Ion Pro Solid can create. With its Power Edge finish, the ball tends to clear the front part of the lane smoothly and clean with ease, giving strong and predictable back-end motion. Fresh oil and lane transition played a factor where the more I opened my angles, as well as moving my feet, the Pro Solid still tends to be very versatile, giving constant down lane motion one could expect. This ball would be right in the middle of my bag if bowlers want to line themselves up with the Pro Max, Pro Solid, and Pro Hybrid in that particular order. The Pro Max tends to pick up a little early, and while the Pro Hybrid would have similar length, the Pro Solid reacts stronger at the end. I would highly recommend the Ion Pro Solid for bowlers looking to attack the lanes on those medium/heavy conditions whether it’s on your THS or sport patterns. Be sure to stop by your local pro shop and drill up an Ion Pro Solid, you won’t be disappointed! Thomas Coco (Storm Staffer)

Drilled my Ion Pro Solid (4 x 4 x 2). Medium Rev rate and medium speed bowler. The Ion Pro Solid is silky smooth through the front part of the lane storing energy to make a controlled strong movement coming off the end of the pattern crushing the pins as the Ion Pro Solid drives through the pin deck. The Ion Pro Solid will be a great first game ball on a medium oil pattern. #stormnation #SquadRG #strikingworldwide

The Ion Pro Solid is Storms newest premier line release. The Ion Pro Solid builds on the Ion Pro and Ion Max. The Ion Pro is a slightly cleaner and more forward off the end of the pattern whereas the Ion Pro Solid offers more shape overall. The Ion Pro Solid is the cleanest and fastest of all the Ions. The Ion Pro Solid is now available for purchase from any Storm VIP Pro Shop! Review Video: https://youtu.be/CEyFI2G3QRg?si=YwHy3LMS6-ThBd7G