Storm NeXt Factor Bowling Ball

Premier Series Coverstock - R3S Pearl Reactive Finish - Power Edge Core - RAD-TQ Asymmetrical Core RG - 2. 56 Differential - . 051 The Next Factor is extremely clean through the front part of the lane and very angular on the backend. On a typical house shot, for me it is a little too clean for game 1, but it really works for the transition and games 2/3. Very good ball for a late in a block tournament when you need to move in and open your angles. The Next Factor is also very versatile when it comes to surface changes. I put on a light 1000 pad, which seemed to help it pick up a little more in the oil, and smooth the backend out a tad. With the surface on the ball, I was able to start with it game 1 and continue to move in and throw it for games 2 and 3 without sacrificing carry. I think I am going to order another one and keep one with surface and one shiny.

I drilled the New Storm Next Factor with a 4.5 inch pin. This puts the pin right above my ring finger, and a bit taller than normal. This ball is built to battle dry conditions and be a ball that allows you to open up your angles. Thats exactly what it does! Im able to throw it on the semi-fresh and keep throwing it till the lanes break down. I see this ball fitting in the ball 3-4 area in a 6 ball arsenal. I definitely recommend picking one of these up!

The Storm Next Factor delivers a strong midlane read with a powerful, continuous backend that excels on medium to heavy oil conditions. With the **4 × 3.5 × 2** layout, the ball revs up quickly and provides a smooth yet decisive motion through the pins. It’s a reliable choice for bowlers looking for predictability, control, and impressive hitting power.

The Next Factor is a new spin on a classic motion from Storm Bowling. The high RG provides a shape that is uniquely easy to get through the front part of the lane. While still relatively strong downlane, the Next Factor isn't too sharp or uncontrollable. This ball has come in handy for me on fresh conditions with a lot of friction, or late in the day when I need dependable length and recovery. This ball is the first Factor ball I've thrown, but it provides such a unique shape in our line! If you like that classic long-and-strong hook shape, this ball is a fresh take on EXACLTY that reaction! -Chase Valenzuela

Storm Next Factor - RS3 pearl coverstock with the RAD-TQ weight block with Power Edge factory finish. Layout is 4.5 x 4 x 3.5. My Specs: Rev rate 420’s, ball speed 15.3 to 15.8 mph off the hand, axis tilt of 16 degrees and axis rotation of 70 degrees, PAP is 3 15/16th up 3/16th. Tested on Pro-lane surface on a 43ft medium volume house pattern and HPL with a 44ft house pattern. SPI notes: The Next Factor brings one of Storm’s most iconic ball lines into the modern era. First introduced in 2002, the X-Factor quickly became synonymous with explosive backend motion and the unmistakable skid-flip reaction that defined an entire generation of Storm performance. Now, more than twenty years later, our Innovation Team—led by CTO Hank Boomershine—has reimagined that legacy for today’s game. This new iteration blends Storm’s high-tech heritage with the advancements bowlers expect from our strongest modern releases. Clean through the front, dynamic at the breakpoint, and relentless through the pins, the Next Factor is built for when you’re ready to open up your angles and let your ball do the talking. It’s a revival with purpose—honoring the past while pushing performance into the future. My notes: First off, the Dark Berry scent is AMAZING! Now, I drilled this stronger pin to pap then I normally would drill a pearl asymmetrical pearl ball because of my rev dominant style of bowling. The Next Factor is not the first ball out of my bag unless I am on a sport pattern. I mainly have been using it after my Roto Grip Rockstar is not quite getting a good reaction through the back ends or losing too much energy, I would be switching to the Roto Grip Rockstar AMPED or Global Viking. The Next Factor is truly the next ball up for me currently after my Rockstar. I decided to bowl a sport pattern tournament on Badger a few weeks ago and I managed to get the win by using the Next Factor in the 3 three games of the finals and 2 games during qualifying. Where all the other tournament bowlers were mainly using solids or hybrids with sanded surfaces, I was able to play straighter and cleaner outside lines to the pocket with the Next Factor, The Rockstar and Equinox Solid were burning up in the front part of the pattern and the Hyperdrive RST Pear and Viking did not slow down enough to gain any traction and just skidded too far, the Next Factor was perfect for the pattern and lane play. If you are looking for that “second” piece out of the bag after your benchmark is not quite cutting it, the Next Factor is the BEST choice for your arsenal. Make sure you visit your local pro shop or come out to a STORM MATCHMAKER LIVE event in your area. Remember to bowl up a STORM! Rip the Racks with Roto Grip!

LANE CONDITION Length:45 Volume: High Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc):THS COMMENTS Core: RAD-TQ Cover: R3S Pearl Finish: Power Edge RG: 2.56 (15) Diff:0.051 (15) PSA : 0.017 (15) ME: Right-Handed Tweener Speed: 12-13 mph Rev Rate: 315 Axis Tilt: 14° Axis Rotation: 74° PAP: 5 1/8 R 7/8 Up Ball Layout: Pin Over Ring 4 7/8 X 3 1/2 X 2 VLS Storm has been a factor in bowling from the beginning and this new release shows why. The NeXt Factor features a modern revival of the RAD 4 core that made the X Factor the best ball of its day. They teamed up this new RAD TQ weight block with the R3S cover to amplify the strengths of the core. R3S Pearl sits between R2S and TX-16. I think the result gives you what R2S did, but on the higher volumes you see now. I tested the NeXt factor on a fresh lane. Our lane machine has been overly kind to us lately in my home center and the lanes have been tight recently. This turned out to be great news as the NeXt factor looked amazing. I felt like I could do what I wanted. I could trap the ball a bit and keep the breakpoint in, playing the 45 foot length of the pattern. The Next Factor had no issues creating the necessary angle in the shorter window. I could also play the shape of our 12 to 1 pattern and throw it right and have it wheel back. This ball really gives me Code Black vibes. That was probably my most trusted ball for covering boards as it didn't stand up and lock up, but it still made a fairly angular move when it saw friction. The continuation of this ball was a carbon copy for me of what my Code Black did and it's something I've been wanting replaced in my bag. The NeXt factor is certainly strong enough for anyone, I feel like people who are a little lower on ball speed like me will really love this one. It stays in play for a long time. Lonnie Pemberton Storm Pro Shop Staff Vise Pro Shop Staff Revolutions Pro Shop

The Storm Next Factor has been a surprise for me. This ball is much cleaner than I anticipated. It also wasn’t as angular as I expected. All of this is a good thing as it allows me to play closer to the friction during league play. I drilled it with the PSA kicked out , which smooths out the down lane reaction. I was able to throw a 300 game the second set I bowled with this ball. This is a must for league and would be good in later blocks of tournaments when they get burned up.

The Storm NEXT Factor with a 4-4-2 VLS layout is a strong, predictable bowling ball that stores a lot of energy and then makes a smooth, continuous move to the pocket without flipping out sideways. With this layout it stays clean and easy through the heads, reads the midlane with authority, and then gives you a dependable, strong backend that isn’t jumpy or overly aggressive. It’s best on medium-heavy to heavy oil when you need something that will read early but still finish hard, and it’s a great choice if you want a ball that shapes the same shot over and over without surprises.

Next Factor • Storm• Premier Series Coverstock • R3S Pearl Reactive Finish • Power Edge Core • RAD-TQ Asymmetrical Core Weight • 15 lb. RG • 2.56 Differential • .051 PSA •.017 Layout • 4 3/8 x 4 1/8 x 1 7/8 Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 11° Tester Rev Rate • 300 Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street Storm reignites one of its iconic ball lines with the release of the Next Factor. Built on the success of the explosive backend motion of the X-Factor, the new-generation Next Factor is a clean, strong, asymmetrical powerhouse! I was excited from my first roll with the Next Factor, and the more I rolled it, the more I found the hidden power Next Factor brought to my game. So, let's take a closer look at what is behind the superb performance of the Next Factor. The RAD-TQ weight block in the Next Factor certainly adds strength and power to any straighter player's game. But one of the best features I found with the RAD-TQ weight block is its ability to roll and keep rolling! As a straighter player, I love when I have a ball like the Next Factor that doesn't quit on me or roll out because of my lower rev rate. Furthermore, when you have a core like the RAD-TQ rolling that hard, you can count on the ball to not only be explosive through the pins but also provide the decimating continuation you depend on as a straighter player, and the RAD-TQ inside the Next Factor certainly delivered those results for me, shot after shot. The R3S Pearl Reactive Coverstock was designed to bring out the motion of the RAD-TQ Core, and as a straighter player, it was clearly evident to me that the R3S Pearl did precisely that. The R3S was clean through the mid-lane, and I also liked how the R3S gave the Next Factor a very controlled motion as it made its way down the lane. For a pearl, the R3S provided a good balance between the traction I need and the crisp turn I count on when the Next Factor comes off the pattern. As a straighter player, the factory Power-Edge finish on the Next Factor performed excellently in later-night conditions, as that is where the Next Factor was designed for. Furthermore, because I loved how well the Next Factor rolls and has relentless continuation, I decided not to alter the surface of my Next Factor under fresh THS conditions; instead, I moved a bit more right and let the dynamics of the R3S Pearl do its magic, and the results of my Next Factor were excellent. In closing, Storm has done a great job in designing the Next Factor. The Next Factor is the next generation of Storm's cutting-edge technology; built on the dependability you have come to know and trust from the Bowlers Company! The combination of RAD-TQ Core and R3S Pearl Coverstock delivers an excellent ball to fit any straighter player's arsenal. Furthermore, as a straighter player, I would find the Next Factor a great go-to when the Equinox Solid starts working too hard, and you need to start kicking out corner pins. So, stop into your local Storm VIP Pro Shop today and see where the Next Factor fits into your arsenal. You will be glad you did! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, PA

*Storm Next Factor Review** **Specs:** 340 RPM • 16.5 MPH • 14 lb The Storm Next Factor has been a very strong and reliable piece in my bag. With my 340 RPM and 16.5 mph ball speed, this ball gives me a great balance of mid-lane read and strong continuation through the pins. What stands out the most is how easily the Next Factor picks up in the mid-lane without feeling lazy or over-reading early. It clears the front of the lane well, then makes a smooth but powerful move off the breakpoint. The reaction is strong and predictable, which gives me confidence when the lanes have more oil or when I need something that won’t miss the spot. The carry has been excellent for me. Light hits mix well, and flush shots drive hard through the pins without deflecting. Compared to weaker symmetrical balls, the Next Factor gives me more overall hook and better control when the pattern is tighter or longer. Overall, the Storm Next Factor is a great option for medium-heavy to heavy oil conditions. It’s especially good for bowlers with similar speed and rev rates who want a controllable yet strong benchmark-plus ball. This ball has definitely earned a permanent spot in my arsenal.