Storm Ion Pro Solid Bowling Ball

Finally the solid version is HERE! I've already thrown this ball a ton as a compliment to the IQ Tour Solid and original Ion Pro. Compared to the O.G., this ball is rounder off the spot while not being terribly early. It slows down in the mid-lane but doesn't jerk or get off line like the original sometimes tended too. Compared to the IQ Tour Solid, this ball is very similar but the asymmetry helps it get off the spot a little more. It's better across the lane than the IQ and provides a great option in the middle of the bag that's versatile, smooth, and benchmark-y. This one is a winner! -Chase Valenzuela

The layout is 55 4 3/4 x 75 The ION Pro Solid provides a round and continuous shape downlane. The combination of the TX-16 solid coverstock, the AI core and tne Power Edge finish on the coverstock provides the perfect combination of a ball that you need on your typical house conditions. With my layout, the pin is down below my fingers and the mass bias is kicked out to allow the ball to naturally do what it’s designed for…. great length and a continuous and predictable motion when it see friction. This ball is staying in my bag, especially for league. Make sure to grab this! You won’t be disappointed!

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@frontierfuncenter.net www.stormbowling.com #StormNation

by Ryan Burks, BTBowlingSupply.com The Ion Pro Solid lives up to its reputation as the ultimate benchmark. It’s a ball that every serious bowler should consider anchoring their arsenal with—versatile, strong in the midlane, and incredibly tunable for different conditions. ? Layout & Surface Adjustment I drilled mine 5x4x2, looking for a clean yet readable motion with a controlled shape downlane. Out of the box, I found the ball a bit too flippy for my eye—great motion, but it over-skated the fronts on certain conditions. To dial it in, I hit it with 360-500-1000, followed by a generous layer of Storm Power Edge. That combo unlocked the look I was hoping for—strong but smooth midlane read, with a round, continuous motion and predictable finish through the pins. ? Where It Excels This ball shines on medium to longer patterns and handles a variety of lane surfaces thanks to the versatile coverstock. Whether you're bowling on older wood lanes or modern synthetics, it blends the lane well without being overly sensitive to friction or oil. ? Shape & Motion The motion is benchmark smooth—reads early enough to give confidence but retains energy and makes a controlled, continuous move through the pins. With the surface tweaks, it avoids that over-under reaction and becomes a great ball to build moves off of. ✅ Final Thoughts Surface Prep is Key – Customize it to your game. It’s incredibly responsive to surface changes. Versatile Core/Cover Matchup – Predictable, playable, and powerful. Perfect First Ball Out of the Bag – Great for reading the lane and adjusting from there. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) The Ion Pro Solid is a trusted read piece and a workhorse benchmark that adapts to many environments. With the right surface prep, it becomes a killer tool on both house and sport conditions.

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.

This ball is money ‼️ I hit it with 2k grit and almost shot a honor score 3 times ‼️ I drilled it 50•5•35

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

Getting my hands on the new Storm ION Pro Solid has been a game-changer, especially when comparing it to its siblings, the original ION Pro and the ION Max. The ION Pro Solid truly delivers on the promise of a continuous, asymmetric benchmark shape. Where the original ION Pro (with its hybrid cover) provided a smooth, controllable mid-lane read and a predictable backend, the new Solid version definitely offers more pronounced traction and an earlier, more consistent roll through the mid-lane. It feels like it digs into the oil just a touch sooner, giving me a more reliable breakpoint on fresh conditions or when I need to play a bit straighter. While the Max is my go-to on heavy oil condiditions, the ION Pro Solid provides a more controlled and continuous motion than the Max, making it far more versatile for typical league patterns or transitioning conditions where the Max might be too much. It's the kind of ball you can trust to get into a roll and maintain energy through the pins without over-reacting, a true benchmark piece that strengthens the Ion line beautifully.

The Ion Pro Solid is a great addition to the Ion series especially with the Power Edge. It really gets down the lane and has a great backend reaction. I used the ball in a center where the back ends tend to have a lot more friction. I was able to keep the ball right around second arrow where there is usually a good amount of volume and it had no issue recovering. One other nice thing I noticed where I had limits moving in with the Ion Max was the ball held a lot more energy with the help of the Power Edge. It reminds me of how I was able to move with the Ion Pro but it just gets a bit further down the lane.

Cover: TX-16 Solid Reactive Core: Element Tour A.I. Core RG: 2.47 RG. Diff.: 0.035 Finish: Power Edge Fragrance: Blueberry Donut Storm’s new Ion Pro Solid is a Solid Asymmetrical piece that is good for Medium-Heavy Volume Patterns. Same Cover as the Phaze II but different Core. PAP is 5 5/16 R 1 3/16 Up. Rev Rate: 400. Speed: 16.5. Drilled this piece with the Pin up between the fingers, CG kicked out 1” from the palm, and 1” Left of the Mass Bias. I threw this piece on a Fresh house pattern. Out of Box ball motion started in the mids with a Strong backend reaction through the pins. I compared this to Ion Pro (Hybrid). Ion Pro was smoother through the fronts with a sharper backend motion than the Ion Pro Solid. This piece will be good for all types of styles. Check Out the Ball motion Video on my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FuS96yaKJ/

The Storm Ion Pro Solid, drilled 4 x 4 x 2, features the TX-16 Solid coverstock paired with the Element Tour AI core. Despite being a solid, it is impressively clean through the fronts and delivers a strong, continuous backend motion. This ball offers exceptional versatility, making it a valuable addition to any bowler's arsenal. Whether you choose to keep it shiny for added length or scuff it for an earlier read, the Ion Pro Solid adapts well to various lane conditions and play styles.

The new ION Pro Solid features the TX-16 Solid Reactive cover, Element Tour A.I. Core and comes with Power Edge finish. This is the newest ball in the ION line. This is a solid cover stock but is polished with Power Edge. There is a new craze going on, it appears, with polishing solid balls here recently. I will be the first to admit that I was not happy with the power edge on it. I wanted a solid ball at 2k with this core and guess what I did? Yep! I hit mine with 500/2000 to take the polish off it and let me tell you it is exactly what I was hoping for. It is cleaner through the fronts with a little pop down lane but is not too crazy. It is more of a control snap if that is how you want to look at it. I was not a huge fan of the original, just a bit too clean for me but this one is money. It is going to be a cleaner Phaze2 or Rockstar with a bit more pop down lane. Storm has put out some bangers this year and you can add the ION Pro Solid to that list. The ball is amazing and going to fit all styles! Ball review link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZfRbKzY3k8&t=147s Tobias Myers #Stormnation

Pattern: 43’ House Shot Layout: 80 x 4 1/4 x 40 Finish: Box (Power Edge) The Ion Pro Solid is the newest release of the successful Ion line from Storm. The Ion Pro Solid features the beloved Eclipse asymmetrical core found in the original Ion Pro (hybrid) wrapped in A.I. Core technology. The TX 16 solid cover is a fan favorite cover that is also seen on one of the most popular Storm releases in the Phaze II. Combining all of that with the new finishing product, Power Edge, the Ion Pro Solid gives an updated shape to the already reliable overall movement seen in previous balls in the Ion line. When I threw this on my THS, I was able to go far enough right without it responding too early and was able to move all the way left without it losing all of its energy. This ball can definitely be used on a lot of different conditions and allow the bowler to get away with some miss room. If you are looking for something strong, that doesn’t lose energy too quick, this may be the ball for you! Trevor Kopas Storm Staff Ambassador Pro Shop Operator #Bigboybowling

I was a little reluctant to drill the Ion Pro Solid because the original Ion Pro didn’t roll well for me. As a one hander with 400 rev rate and medium speed, the original was clean because of the pearl in the hybrid cover and the low dif made it feel like it didn’t have continuation downlane. Basically the original was quick at the break, then forward. I love the Ion Max, so I gave the Ion Pro Solid a shot. Conclusion the Ion Pro Solid was much improved for me compared to the original. Simply by putting the solid version of the TX-16 cover (same as the Phaze II) on the same Element Tour with AI core that’s in the Ion Pro, it blended out the ball motion (making it slower and more rounded). That solid cover reads the lane earlier even with the Power Edge polish out of the box. The 2.47 RG also contributes to the ball not over skidding. Despite the low 0.035 Dif and 0.014 PSA numbers, that solid cover also keeps the ball continuing on the back end. On a house pattern, I was able to get into the oil, open up the front and it still read the lane. Then I knocked the shine off with an old 1000 pad and threw it on Shark. That TX-16 solid cover definitely was strong enough to still read the lane. Again the pleasantly surprising thing was the continuous back end I saw, even on that longer pattern. I’d say it's an updated version of Phaze II with a little asymmetry. So if you are looking for a ball between the big asyms (Ion Max, RST Hyperdrive, Origin) and the middle of the bag (Rockstar, Zen25, Summit Ascent), the Ion Pro Solid is a good choice. I drilled mine pin up 2.5 buffer, 4 ½ from my PAP with PSA 4.

Storm Ion Pro Solid - Premier Line Coverstock: TX-16 Solid - Power Edge Core: Element Tour A.I. RG: 2.47 Differential: .035 PSA: .014 (15 lbs) Fragrance: Blueberry Donut Layout: 5 x 5 x 3 PAP: 6" Right, 1 3/8" Up Axis Tilt: 16° Rotation: 51° Rev Rate: 450-500 Speed: 17-18 mph Location: Vista Lanes - Yorkville, NY Pattern: Kegel Carbon Lane Surface: HPL The Ion Pro Solid builds off the success of the Ion Pro Hybrid and creates another shape in the Ion series. It features the proven TX-16 solid cover that was made famous by the Phaze II, polished with Power Edge and is paired with the Element Tour A.I. asymmetric core. This cover/core combination will produce a predictable reaction that clears the fronts and maintains energy for a strong continuous backend motion. The Ion Pro Solid gave me a great look sliding on 30, looking 18 at the arrows with my breakpoint around 7-8. If I wanted to play straighter I could get softer with my hand and stay more up the back of the ball. As I moved left, my ball reaction continued to look good with more tilt and slower ball speed. The Ion Pro Solid is cleaner than both the Ion Max and Ion Pro Hybrid, while fitting between the two when it comes to overall hook potential. The Ion Pro Hybrid has been one of my favorites and the Ion Pro Solid will be an excellent compliment to it because it is 3-4 boards stronger and creates a quicker downlane reaction. I can see the Ion Pro Solid being a great ball for league and medium challenge patterns or the ball that I go to after a sanded solid asymmetric like the Ion Max starts to burn up. I’m excited to put the Ion Pro Solid to the test in league and tournaments. Stop by your local Storm VIP pro shop to check it out! Available on June 20th. Dave Jecko Storm Amateur Staff Member YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@maximumpotentialbowlerssho7625

ION PRO SOLID Drilled it 70 x 3.5 x 25, a maximum flip layout. Used box surface on a fresh 43ft house pattern. First impression was, a shinney solid, don’t know if its still going to grab early. Well it didn’t! You hear it on every review. The ball is $$$$$$$$$$$$$. Very clean, was still smoother at the breakpoint. Didn’t scrub off its energy too quick, and just destroyed the pins. 10 back, slinging messengers, heck even the ones a pulled held its line and got the 10 out, where normally I would leave a weak 10. So yeah, definitely this one is staying in the bag! #stormnation

TESTING ENVIRONMENT Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Lakes Bowl House Shot BALL: Storm Ion Pro Solid Coverstock: TX-16 Solid Core: : Element™Tour A.I. Core Finish: Power Edge RG: 2.59 (14 Pounds) Differential: 0.046 (14 Pounds) MB/PSA: 0.010(14 Pounds) ME: Right-Handed Tweener Speed: 14-15 mph Rev Rate: 220 PAP: 5 1/2 right 1/4 up Ball Layout: 60×4×30 This ION series brings the heat with each release. I became a fan of the first ION Pro and it was really good on a house shot and then the ION MAX came out and was a bigger version of the OG ION and I really became a fan! Now we have the ION Pro Solid and it’s exactly what I thought a ball should be if you put the first two together. The ION Pro Solid takes the best of each ball by having a smooth clean reaction with stored energy for a great motion on the back. I started in the track standing on 20 and hitting the 2nd arrow, but very quickly found myself moving left to keep the ball online. I can see this ball doing ok at a league level but for tournament play this ball will shine and this is backed up by how many PWBA and PBA50 players were using this ball at their US Open. Thanks for reading, watching, and if you like this or any of the jerseys in my videos just head over to www.IAmBowling.com and use HIRSCH at checkout for 20% off your order. This ball is available on 6/20/25 at PinPoint Pro Shop inside Lakes Bowl in Round Lake, IL or your local STORM VIP Pro Shop #Storm #SquadRG #GoGlobal #Turbo #DrivenToBowl #PinPointProShop #3GShoes #stormbowling #iambowling #sheridanlanes #Castlelanes #LakesBowl #900global #MasenHirschBowling #teamshimmy #USBC #KenoshaYouthBowling #MatchMakerLive Check out my full ball reaction video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wuLDR6Bhm7w?si=x3sSgbZ_Inhl_0Hj

Storm Ion Pro Solid Coverstock: TX-16 Solid Reactive Finish: Power Edge Core: Element Tour A.I. (14 pd) RG: 2.51 Differential: 0.036 Int Diff: 0.010 Layout: 4 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 - 2LS Layout Extras: 2 1/8 Finger Depth, "X" - 4 1/2 D and 1 Inch Left Tester: PAP 6 1/2 R, 1 1/4 D Review: The Ion Pro Solid features Amplfied Inertia (A.I.) core technology. The Element core as you would expect will help the Ion Pro Sold in providing a predictable shape at the end of the pattern. As A.I. core technology has been a proven technology over several releases that means a few extra percentage points of carry can be anticipated. For my review, I compared the Ion Pro Solid to the Ion Pro. The Ion Pro Solid, as with the Ion Pro, will fall between a Phaze II and !Q Tour. For me, the Ion Pro was closer to my !Q Tour, the Ion Pro Solid is a tad closer to my Phaze II. Also, the layouts I chose for my Ion Pro and Ion Pro Solid allow me to keep my angles tighter and less steep for sport patterns I prefer to play on. Both of my Ions I have rolled on a standard 43' house pattern to test along with the Phaze II. The Ion Pro Solid transitioned smoothly through all phases of ball motion. The Ion Pro with its hybrid cover is a touch more angular downlane. Still a great option for the bag, but enough differences that you can utilize both Ions. My Phaze II, which is stronger would labor slightly as transition occurred. BTW, the Phaze II is still an all time staple for SPI. I recommend the the Storm Ion Pro Solid for the player seeking straighter angles as lanes transition. I'm definitely excited about this ball from Storm. Please be sure to visit your favorite pro shop today or Hit the Lanes with Danelle and Mike https://youtube.com/channel/UC1VA-MgFBo9mIZde-G3T11A for occasional ball videos. Be sure to grab your Storm Ion Pro Solid today! Michael Slatky 900 Global Staff Member York, PA

Review by Nicholas Hogan on the Ion Pro Solid This is what I’ve always wanted the original !Q Tour to be for me, I am a lot more forward than most and for some reason the !Q Tour just doesn’t match up well with me, but this, this is smoooooooth. I was able to throw it on both the 42 ft 28mL Singles/Doubles pattern and 44ft 35mL pattern at the Greater Ozarks Open for 2025 and it performed outstanding, the shiny solid really works for this ball smooth through the fronts and a smooth backend transition. I hope this ball sticks around for as long as the !Q because to me this is my new benchmark shiny, I believe this ball can be recommended for everyone its that good, lots of revs, little of revs. High tilt, low tilt, high track, low track. Speed dominant, Rev dominant….I think you get the picture. To top it all off. It looks great going down the lane! Nicholas Hogan Do You Bowl Pro Shop Storm Pro Shop Staff Minnesota