Special Agent

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Coverstock: R2Sâ„¢ Solid Reactive Fragrance: Berry
LineMaster
ColorBlack/Sapphire/Violet
CoverstockReactive Solid
Core2-piece
RG2.47
Differential0.055
Intermediate Diffn/a
Factory finish2000 Grit Abralon
Weights10 thru 16lbs
Cleared USBCYes

22 Reviews

  • supa horce85

    Posted by supa horce85 on Mar 6th 2008

    Nice length through the heads, smooth and consistent reaction on the back part of the lane. Finishes strong and finds the pocket even if you miss your target by a couple of boards. This ball is very versitile...can play outside or inside it doesn't matter, the ball reacts great. The only problem with the ball is that it can get a little speed sensitive...throw it a little too hard and you won't get the desired reaction. That makes this ball perfect for medium patterns. In heavy oil either crank it hard, slow it down, or put it away. <scri

  • cybrtek

    Posted by cybrtek on Nov 18th 2007

    Great ball,, Hits very hard, loves high revs. I start with this ball and have played dry to heavy oil shots, and sports patterns. Ball likes medium oil the best with a clean backend. Plays extremely angular and has great carry, Easy to maintain just keep it clean the reaction is extremly consistant. ball doesn't ;ile heavy carry down it just wont finish with my ball speed, and Im to stubborn to change. If youwant a ball that is easy to control and easy to maintain then this is the ball for you. This is my goto ball first ball out of the bag, and I love it.

  • special agent man

    Posted by special agent man on Oct 9th 2007

    Ball specs: 2 inch pin top weight unknown Drill: Pin directly under ring finger 4 inches form pap, cg kicked out a little, small weight hole in the thumb quadrant. Clasic storm lay out #2 This bal rolls extremely smooth. Doesn't over react like some balls. After a few games it will start to go a little longer. After that happens it becomes a much better ball. Good ball for playing lots of oil or playing a lot of ball speed right on the friction. good shark ball. Good at playing straight up or throwing the big wheel. Now I know why Pete Weber used it so much. Over all pretty great ball, but check with your local pro shop first because there is the Secret Agent and it might fit you style better. Cranker=Special Lower revs=Secret

  • ugo

    Posted by ugo on Oct 7th 2007

    This ball was drilled 5 1/2 x 5 around 70 degree's, the pin is about 4 - 3 inches. Weight hole down to take out the rest of the thumb weight. This ball on medium short /medium, to lighter longer patterns, is just devistating. It isn't the most hooking ball in my bag, however, on the right shot it is very strong. I got a predicable arc to the pocket. On house shots the ball is way to strong, the ball checks up to early, and rolls out. On the viper I can play where I need to and destroy the pocket I can stand anywhere from 25 to 35, and hit anywhere from 10 to 13 and get it back to the pocket. I got a spit fire drilled the same way, just pin up.

  • Kyle300

    Posted by Kyle300 on Sep 14th 2007

    This ball is incredible. Really not much else to say about it. I love this ball. One of the best balls I have ever bought. This ball can be thrown inside or outside either way it will carry most of the time not very many 8 pins (9 pins for righties) very consistent reaction. The way the ball rolls is great, my highest game with it is a 268 ( should of been a 300) but not gonna anything...if anything I didn't get another 300 is because the finished too well, this ball has an incredible backend, it can walk in and carry or power in and slam through and carry, not much of solid 8s or 9s, or even better not many 7s or 10s. The ball is really easy to get used to. Only bad thing...not for dry lanes.

  • the_storm_4ever

    Posted by the_storm_4ever on Aug 28th 2007

    I recommend the ball to any bowler who needs a good performance versatile ball. It isnt the greatest ball on drier condition but to read a house shot, its perfect!! i drilled the ball with pin above bridge and CG 3'' kicked out about 1 1/2 inch from center of the hand. to anyone who doesnt trust storm product, this ball is a must-try. I tried it on a 3rd shift after seniro leagues (tons of carry) and the ball like a mack truck released on a bowling lane!! 983 in 4 on these conditions was not bad at all.

  • jim300

    Posted by jim300 on Aug 25th 2007

    Great 1-2 punch with the domination. I was throwing brunswick and decided to make a change this year to all storm products and so far its the best move. Less 10 pins and super carry.No matter where i hit pins are flying. I still like brunswick and i use the balls when i need an early rolling ball condition. The ball sent many messengers to the 10 pin and kicked it out. I like the storm hit which sounds great when the ball hits the pins and the pins fly everywhere. My 4 ball arsenal are The Domination,t-pearl road, shift and the special agent.<s

  • Stinky-Balls

    Posted by Stinky-Balls on Jul 19th 2007

    I'm a low rev tweener. I was having some difficulty with heavier and longer oil patterns. After doing some of my own research i decided on the Special Agent. It just seemed to be what i was looking for. Boy was it. i was averaging a 180. I'm averaging a 196 with this ball. I had it drilled with the High Flare drilling. It is working perfect for me. If you are a low rev player and need a ball that will hook alot for you and handle heavier oil patterns this is the ball for you. Another great ball by Storm. keep them coming Storm

  • Bowling kid

    Posted by Bowling kid on Jun 15th 2007

    THIS IS A NICE BALL I DRILLED IT FOR EARLY ROLL BUT SMOOTHER REACTION TO DEAL WITH SPORT SHOTS THIS IS THE BEST BALL REALESED BY STORM SINCE THE X FACTORS PARAGIM ARE GARBAGE ALL THREE BELONG IN THE LAND FILL THIS BALL LEAVES VERY FEW TEN PINS BUT ON MEDIUM PUT IT AWAY OTHERWISE YOU SEE TEN PIN CITY OVERALL I REALLY LIKE THIS BALL I UST SOLD MINE BECUSE I BUY SO MANY BALLS AND I TRY ALMOST EVERYBALL ON THE MARKET AND IF I REALLY LIKE IT I KEEP IT BUT THIS BALL IS JUST TO SIMILAR TO ALOT OF BALLS AND CHECK BACK FOR MY REVIEWS ON THE SHIFT.<scrip

  • Columbiabowler

    Posted by Columbiabowler on Apr 23rd 2007

    This is quickly become my fav. ball and may have been the ball to push me away from Columbia. I purchased the Agent Back when it first came out, love that ball and still use it today (infact going to up date my review on that ball) But was getting ready for a tournament and was going to have it sanded so it would match up better on heavier patterns, but my pro shop guy strongly recommended on getting the Double Agent instead and boy am I glad he did so. This ball is extremly versitile play with. Did play on lighter patterns that most would not beable to mainly do to the Rico Drill pattern that i choose ( pin in the middle of palm, everything else layed out in a 45degrees) That patter makes the ball roll clean through the heads and have an extremly heavy roll with some backend (not alot snap but still a lil there) Unbelieveable ball and would strongly recommend this ball to anyone looking for a good medium-heavy oil ball.<

  • yendor

    Posted by yendor on Mar 28th 2007

    I highly recommend this ball to any mid to high track player and would also recommend you consider moving the pin left in the grip if your speed and turn are less than pro standards (say 16+ mph and 350+ rpm). I used to be there but due to arthritis my speed is down to 11 mph and revs at 275 to 300. I still maintain over deuce but this ball is really the first reactive that I have purchased in the last three years that has out performed my old Blue Hammer! This is now my main benchmark ball and I have relegated Old Blue to first sub status!<

  • aigaios

    Posted by aigaios on Feb 23rd 2007

    Smooth through the pins, but not a lot of snap... Had it drilled pin next to ring finger, weight hole on my VAL. Great look on the heavier stuff, rolls really well. Unbeatable consistancy, too. Very consistant, dependable reaction on the carry down. Doesn't quit on the back end, but still reads the midlane really nicely; a combination I've been searching for. Compliments my Black Widow well. When the lanes are fresh, I've been using this ball, but when I need a little more length and back end, I pick up the Widow. I would recommend this ball to anyone looking for a nice arc up to the pocket on medium to heavier oil patterns.

  • jaymed53

    Posted by jaymed53 on Feb 20th 2007

    This is my third ball and I am loving life. I drilled thi sone up so that it could be used more consistantly on a sport pattern. It has a 2.5 inch pin and had 4.18 oz top weight. I drilled it with the pin under my ring finger and the cg at 50 degrees. The ball is amazing strong movement through the middle ove the lane with a ton of backend motion. I shot 753 the first time I bowled with it in the sport shot leauge that I bowl on. It was a 44 foot pattern and a lot of people had a hard time carrying this ball had no problems. I would reccomend this ball for anyone looking for something that is just flat out going to work.

  • hammer1

    Posted by hammer1 on Feb 15th 2007

    good on heavey oil and if u have a lot of speed on the ball !!! it realy was just too nuch ball for me but i crank the hell out of it so i dont understand why it didnt work for me i had a realy good friend who shot good with it and he bought it so i realy dont know what to tell u if u think u are up to the challeng of tame ing the ball go ahead and try hfhfgf jfgjfgfj jfkgkgkf gkfgkgk ofgorgi eieireroeorieorioe 0d0doeifoid fidofie0ekfpkdf fkdfdfjfiodfdoso kfodfkdofkdfkfkdjjgfgmdifoekfkdf fjidfijs9fs hhh hhh hhh hh hhh uuu u uuu u u uu u uu uuuuuu uuuu uuu uuu uu uuu uuu uuu uuu uuu

  • Fin09

    Posted by Fin09 on Feb 11th 2007

    I have it drilled with the pin below my ring finger and the CG placed a couple of inches towards my PAP. Extra hole on my PAP. It needs oil to retain enough energy on the back to carry. Hit is soft on dry lanes, but I didn't get it for dry lanes, so I got what I expected. I picked this ball up in the fourth frame of my second game in league, and threw the last nine for 246, then the first seven of the third game before I left a 7 pin. Picked it up, then struck until the fill ball, when I left a 4 for a 278. Nice start for a new ball

  • JeffJams

    Posted by JeffJams on Feb 9th 2007

    Love it. I've been scoring very well. It took me 12 - 15 games to figure out how do thow this but once I got it, ...I'm loving it. I can focus on solid mechanics because this ball does most of the work. I just need to hit my mark consistantly and not put any extra snot into my shot. What else can I say to make 100 words. Um I like the smell. It's kind of a cool looking blackish ball with black inserts. The letters in the alphabet are a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q u r s t u v w x y and z.

  • jaymed53

    Posted by jaymed53 on Jan 25th 2007

    This is a follow up to my first posting. This ball I drilled with the pin below the ring finger and the cg kicked out wbout 35 degrees. Then I took the box finish up to 4000 and polished it so that I could use it when the lanes started to dry out. I shot my first 800 set with the first Special agent and followed up with a 785 with this one. I cannot say enough about this ball I have used it on a variety of different shots and the ball performs awsome. This is now my go to ball when I cannot get anything else to work. I have had other balls but this by far is the best that I have had in a long time.

  • jaymed53

    Posted by jaymed53 on Jan 17th 2007

    I can say enough about this ball. I took me a while to get it right since I had been working on my release things in the begining were not the greatest. However once I got my release the way that I wanted it it was lights out. I do not really swing the ball since everyone for the most part plays around the 10 board were I bowl wou insde of ten is were I am at all night long and I cannot be touched. So far I have a 290, 299, and my first 800 set. The ball is drilled with the pin under my middle finger and the CG out about 3 inches from the center of the grip in the thumb quadrant of the ball. It also has a crater for a weight hole also about 2 inces below the center of the grip. I like this ball so much that I had to get another one and we will see were this ball takes me.

  • BigDonJr

    Posted by BigDonJr on Jan 14th 2007

    I bought the ball becuase I heard a lot of people talking about it. Like i said i needed a ball for heavy oil but this is a ball for medium oil. The first game I played 3 rd arrow out to about 8 and I keep coming up light in the pocket. But after the lanes started breaking down IT WAS ON. I had a little more area I could get it out to the 5 board and it started crushing the hole. I threw 10 strikes in a row and ended up with a 289. So I like the ball but I got a ball just like it called the BLACK WIDOW. I really wanted a ball that was going to be a little bit stronger, but if you like to swing about 10 boards buy it.

  • Frameworx24

    Posted by Frameworx24 on Jan 4th 2007

    Just got the Special Agent. Ball is a complete powerhouse. Started playing very deep sending out to about 6 and was going through the nose. Moved farther left to catch some head oil played the same mark and just CRUSHED the pins. Be careful, you can leave alot of stone 9's with this ball, it has incredible power and continuous hooking through the pins. My ball was finishing almost behind the 7 pin, wow. My layout was used to create alot of flare and hit. pin is about an inch above the ring finger with the CG kicked out near the weight hole. I HAD to polish this ball up, it was way too much ball for me out of the box. This ball saves its energy for the pins, and crushes the rack. It can also handle carrydown like it doesnt even exist.. i think the more oil, the more this ball will work. Overall, a explosive powerhouse ball. Storm is a great company, go get one!

  • Lotsaletters

    Posted by Lotsaletters on Dec 30th 2006

    The ball is better on synthetic then wood because the conditions remain more consistant. The ball has alot of power back to the pocket even with a lot of speed behind it and a late snap. If the conditions are right and you can throw from the 17 out to the 5 and have a smooth arc back to the pocket you'll knock everything in the pit. I've had to learn to throw with more power and trust the ball. I'm looking forward to this ball teaching me how to throw strong with power and expect some high 250+'s and maybe a 300 with it.

  • prfct900

    Posted by prfct900 on Nov 24th 2006

    let me first say that ive thrown this ball all but 3 games, but it does exactly as i had anticipated. i drilled to go long it does. i drilled for a super aggressive backend to deal with carry down, it also does. and unlike my infinite one, it hits harder than a 4 year old school girl.in all 3 games i bowled i left one 10 pin and only cuz i tugged it and came up high flush and was lucky to not have a split. i would recommend this ball to anyone looking to get through carry down. i have heard(not tried yet) that this ball is excelled shined up so i will have a follow up once i try it polished.<s