Storm IQ Tour AI Emerald Black Bowling Ball

!Q Tour AI - Ball Specs Cover Stock: R2S Hybrid Cover stock Finish: Power Edge Core: C3 AI Core Layout: 65 x 5 x 35 RG: 2.49 Differential: 0.029 Review The !Q Tour AI is the newest addition to the !Q line series. For me the !Q Tour AI is one step above the !Q Ruby pearl. The R2S hybrid cover stock paired with the proven C3 Core with AI technology allows me more forgiveness when playing straighter on the fresh and deep inside on the burn. It feels like a stronger !Q Ruby. I tested this ball on a 42 feet typical house pattern. As mid to low rev player l was able to stand right of center on the fresh and as far left as the 30 board on the burn without losing any carrying power. This ball will be in my bag for league and tournaments. Order one from your local pro shop today! My ball review videos are posted on YouTube channel Stanley Waite. Stanley Waite 900 Global Staff Member Dover, DE

!Q Tour A.I. •Storm • Master Series Coverstock • R2S Hybrid Reactive • Finish Power Edge Core • C3 A.I. Core Weight • 15 lbs. RG • 2.48 Differential • .031 Layout • 5 x 3 3/4 x 2 7/8 Tester PAP • 5” R, 5/8” D Tester Axis Tilt • 9° Testers Rev Rate • 250 Test Pattern • 42' THS (Typical House Shot) • Modified, Kegel Stone Street How does a company like Storm take one of their best-ever-made bowling balls, like the !Q Tour, and propel it into the next generation of greatness? I think the answer is simple- they build success from success! And the new Storm !Q Tour A.I. is an excellent example of that philosophy. Storm has taken their proven C3 - Centripetal Control Core, combined with their score-rewarding R2S Hybrid Coverstock, and combined them with the striking power of Storm's A.I. Core technology. The result is the new !Q Tour A.I., another long-lasting ball to fit any straighter player's arsenal! So, let's take a closer look at what's behind the success of the !Q Tour A.I. The C3 –Centripetal Control Core has always been a smooth, rolling, predictable core. In the past, as a straighter player, I could count on the C3 to deliver a smooth, predictable, and controllable motion for my straighter game. In the new !Q Tour A.I., I was pleased to see those same score-propelling attributes deliver the same consistency I look for in my straighter game. However, when you surround the C3 with A.I. Core technology, the new !Q Tour A.I. becomes an explosive striking machine, especially for my low–rev, straighter bowling style. The !Q Tour A.I. has an intense amount of striking power because of the A.I. Core Technology. And with that added boost to the C3 Core, I found outstanding continuation that kicked out the corners on my weak hits and tripped the four on those I came in too high. So, the C3 A.I. Core inside the !Q Tour A.I. is an excellent fit for my straighter low-rev game. Storm couldn't have chosen a better coverstock than the R2S Hybrid to surround the !Q Tour A.I. The R2S Hybrid delivers some of the most consistent and reliable results; any straighter player would love them. I liked how R2S cleared the front part of the lane with ease. Following that ease, I liked how my !Q found smooth traction in the mid-lane, making my !Q Tour A.I. consistent and predictable all night. The R2S Hybrid Coverstock gave the !Q A.I. a clean turn-off of the pattern. And with the crisp response the R2S has with the factory Power Edge finish, I enjoyed a backend motion that was strong and predictable yet allowed my !Q Tour A.I. to unleash a significant amount of energy as it made its way through the pins. So, I found the R2S Hybrid Coverstock with the factory Power Edge finish makes the !Q Tour A.I. a ball any straighter low-rev player would love. In closing, Storm has done an outstanding job creating the !Q Tour A.I. I found the !Q Tour A.I. to be an excellent combination of Storm's proven success of the C3 Core and R2S Hybrid Coverstock and combining it with Storm's new cutting of A.I. technology. Straighter players and those who are rev-challenged will find the !Q Tour A.I. a fantastic ball that gives you consistent and predictable motion you can depend on and the striking power to keep you scoring. So, stop at your local Storm VIP Pro Shop today and see how the new Storm !Q Tour A.I. will fit into your arsenal! The !Q Tour A.I. is well worth the investment! Rick Klimowicz Storm Products Pro Shop Staff Roll the Ball Pro Shop Penndel, PA

The newest ball from Storm is the IQ Tour AI! When you hear of a new IQ bowlers get excited. My personal favorite of bowling ball of all time is Storm IQ Tour Pearl (Gold Ball). So I have always been a big fan of the IQ series. Plus this new IQ Tour as the AI core technology which is huge plus! I drilled mine 4.5x 4 x 1.75 pin up. I have drilled all the IQ tour and to me the IQ Tour AI is the strongest down lane. With the R2S Hybird Coverstock and the AI this new IQ is just one of those ball you put your favorite drilling on this ball and go strike! For me I really can't miss too far right and not hit the pocket on the house shot. When the medium balls start to bog down a little like the Idol series, Rock Star, and the bigger asymmetrical balls it is perfect time to switch to IQ Tour AI. Plus the IQ Tour AI has great shelf appeal with the green and black colors! The IQ Tour AI has a chance at Ball of the Year its that good! Brian Watson PAP - 4 1/8 up 1 1/8 RPM - 400 MPH - 16-17 TILT - 17 Brunswick Pro Anvil Lanes Emerson Lanes Parkersburg WV 43 ft House shot 46 ft Kegel SYC sport shot.

The !Q tour is back, this time with a hybrid twist! Introducing the brand new symmetrical Storm !Q Tour AI. This is Storm’s first !Q hybrid ball not seen since the !Q Fusion. The legacy of the C3 core returns, this time with AI technology, and tops off with a Power Edge finish that guarantees eye-catching appeal and impressive on-lane performance. With the RS2 hybrid coverstock, the !Q Tour AI is designed to elevate greater control and surface longevity. Ball layout: 75 x 4 ¾ x 40 (same as Optimum Idol Pearl for comparison). I tested my !Q AI at my home center of Cortlandt Lanes in Cortlandt Manor, NY. Contested on its 43ft THS, I found the AI to be quite impressive with the transition later during the session. While it wasn’t favorable in the beginning on the fresh, the ball gave me more length and control in the backend. Ideally, I waited until the transition started to open up and could move across the boards with my feet and give it a little swing. Once I progressed, I started to get an earlier read, more midlane control, resulting to a smooth backend finish just as you would see in the infamous !Q line. Like some symmetrical pearls I have laid out, this ball allowed me to stay in the same line most of my shots, and not causing it to over hook in the track area. Comparing it to my Optimum Idol Pearl (same layout), I saw the !Q to be a little cleaner downlane, whereas the Idol Pearl would read a few boards earlier. With its Power Edge finish, I would ideally see the !Q AI being used later in game blocks, preferably a game 2-3 ball once the fresh dries out, on medium lane conditions, as well as those THS patterns that have less volume. As a fan favorite of the !Q tour series, I would definitely recommend this ball for all bowlers. Be sure to stop by your local pro shop and drill up an !Q Tour AI, you won’t be disappointed with this great piece!! Thomas Coco (Storm staffer)

Cover: R2S Hybrid Reactive Core: C3 + A.I. RG: 2.48 RG. Diff.: 0.031 Finish: Power Edge Fragrance: Apple Cider Donut Storm’s new IQ Tour A.I. is a Hybrid Symmetrical piece that is good for Medium Volume patterns. 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 and CG kicked out 1” from the palm. I threw this piece on Chemeleon pattern. Out of Box ball motion was clean through the fronts with a strong backend reaction through the pins. I compared this to the IQ Tour. IQ Tour was 2-2 Right. IQ Tour started earlier In the mids with a smooth motion on the backend compared to the AI. IQ Tour AI will be good to go to after the IQ Tour starts to burn up in the fronts. This piece will be good for all types of styles. This is a good compliment to the OG IQ Tour. Check Out the Ball motion Video on my YouTube Page: https://youtube.com/shorts/lrISMyDPNQg?feature=share

The layout on this ball is 40 x 4 1/4 x 65. The !Q tour series has always been my favorite. But the motion of this ball is absolutely phenomenal! For this IQ A.I. to have a pin down layout, this has such a dynamic downlane motion. I wanted to layout to keep my angle closer to the pocket, while still retaining energy for the pins. This ball does absolutely that. With the R2S coverstock, it provides a great amount of skid, and with the new A.I. core, the differential has increased to give you a little more downlane motion, a little more “pop” off the friction and provides a great continuation through the pins. The IQ Ruby gives a more rounder yet continuous shape. This is the first IQ that I have seen that provides a more dynamic downlane motion off the spot, and for this to be the first hybrid that has been seen since the IQ Fusion, this ball DOES NOT MISS! Devon R. Storm Staffer

I drilled the new !Q Tour AI 4.75x4.5x2. This layout is one of my favorites as it gets the ball to change direction quickly for me. This ball features the famous C3 AI Core inside the equally famous R2S Hybrid Cover. This re-make of the !Q Fusion is more than likely going to be the most popular release of the year! This ball gives me a clean motion through the front and the middle of the lane, retaining enough energy to have that patented !Q motion down lane. This ball fits in the ball 3-4 range for me in a tournament bag. I highly recommend picking one of these up!

Lane Conditions: Medium Oil Typical Conditions: 44' house shot Type of Lane: All Synthetic Weight of bowling ball: 15 Surface of bowling ball: Factory/Box - Power Edge Likes: Predictability, Apple Cider Donut My !Q Tour AI Layout: 45 x 3 3/4" x 65 or 3 3/4" x 4 1/4" x 3 1/4" The IQ Tour AI is one of the quickest reacting IQ Tour balls I've ever thrown, very clean and very quick. Conditions I have used the IQ Tour AI on: 44' House shot, the IQ Tour AI allowed me to play just inside the track with confidence it would get through cleanly and provide a strong backend reaction. Where the IQ Tour AI fits in my bag: The IQ Tour AI would be a good step down from the Equinox, if that ball starts getting a little lazy down lane and I can't or don't want to keep moving left. It is also a solid step up from balls like the IQ Tour and IQ Tour Ruby. When I use the IQ Tour AI: I will likely use the IQ Tour AI on a lower volume pattern or after the lanes have transitioned a bit and other equipment like the Equinox, Physix Blackout start to get lazy down lane or start to hook too early. Overall, I think the IQ Tour AI has one of the strongest backend reactions of the IQ Tour line but can also be a little sensitive to oil and speed so will prefer to use it when there is a little less oil on the lane. Check out my video below which is a comparison to the Ruby. I had to stand 5-6 boards farther left with the IQ Tour AI compared to the IQ Tour Ruby. VIDEO REVIEW: https://youtu.be/8NQjeAP8ekc

Orientation: Right Handed Rev Rate: 400 RPM Speed: 16-17 MPH PAP: 4 ½ over and 1 1/8 up Location: Enterprise Park Lanes, Springfield MO Pattern: High Volume THS VLS Layout: Layout 1: 4 5/8 x 4 x 2 ½ (Pin above bridge) Layout 2: 4 ¼ x 4 x 4 (pin below bridge) FINALLY, an AI version of the IQ Tour. And FINALLY another Hybrid IQ Tour. I’ve been waiting for both of these for a long time and Storm did me the favor of putting them together. The AI modification lowers the RG a little and raises the diff, making the IQ Tour AI rev up quicker and hook more. The result is much stronger version of the IQ line. The IQ Tour AI hooks downlane off the friction more than any recent release of the IQ line. I can easily get left with my IQ Tour AI and send it and trust its going to get back. And I can trust that if I miss in the oil, the IQ AI will pick up because of the stronger core. Like any hybrid, it does a little bit of everything!

TESTING ENVIRONMENT Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): House Shot BALL: Storm !Q A.I. Coverstock: R2S Hybrid Core: : C3 Centripetal Control Core Finish: Power Edge RG: 2.53 (14 Pounds) Differential: 0.036 (14 Pounds) MB/PSA: NA (14 Pounds) ME: Right-Handed Tweener Speed: 13-14 mph Rev Rate: 210 PAP: 5 1/2 right 1/4 up Ball Layout: 5x4x2.5 What do we have here…..A new !Q. These balls have stood the test of time. There have been a number of past releases that have been in the benchmark spot or higher. This is going to be a little different as !Q’s and HyRoad’s have always been for the shorter/lower oil volume or burned up lanes. Let’s even take this ball to a new bowler as well. Now for performance and even though this is a lower end ball there is still a lot of performance. I used this ball after league because sometimes the Power Edge goes way too long and on other balls I take it off, but this ball looked way differently and I was able to have more miss room and hold than I did during league that night. As you can see from the video there was miss and hold and the ball was still enough to strike. This ball has given me a lot of confidence when I am in later games and they are dried up. This ball will be in my league and tournament bag. Thanks for reading, watching,9 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. This ball is available on 3/21/25 at Top Notch Pro Shop inside Castle Lanes in Racine, WI or your local STORM VIP Pro Shop #Storm #SquadRG #GoGlobal #Turbo #DrivenToBowl #TopNotchProShop #3GShoes #stormbowling #iambowling #sheridanlanes #Castlelanes #900global #MasenHirschBowling #teamshimmy #USBC #kenoshaYouthBowling #MatchMakerLive Check out my full ball reaction video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr481Z7_fLI

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The Storm IQ AI is a top-tier bowling ball that excels in both design and performance. Its advanced technology offers solid control and impressive hook potential, making it a valuable addition to any bowler's arsenal. If you're looking to enhance your game and bring more precision to your shots, the Storm IQ AI is definitely worth considering. Whether you're playing in a league or just enjoying a night out with friends, the IQ AI will help you achieve consistent performance and greater enjoyment on the lanes.

The !Q Tour AI is Storms newest Master line ball. The !Q AI features the same proven C3 core (now with the AI outer core tech) and is wrapped in R2S Hybrid. This is the first stateside hybrid !Q since the Tour Fusion almost 10 years ago. The !Q AI is the perfect piece for the bottom of the bag when you need something lower friction without sacrificing too much control. Be sure to pro order your own !Q Tour AI at any Storm VIP Pro Shop! #StormNation #12XTech #TeamRFA Review Video: https://youtu.be/4o7POQ_fhVw?si=4n8ce13gK-HBf1-g

Layout: 4 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2 Surface: 3000 Abralon Rev Rate: 470 Tilt: 13* Rotation: 60* The new IQ Tour AI is a brand new IQ Hybrid not seen since the IQ Fusion. The C3 Core is brought back this time with AI technology and is paired with the R2S Hybrid Coverstock traditionally finished with Power Edge Polish. Due to my ball speed and typical 44ft house pattern, I don't get a chance to use the IQ Tour line very often. I brought the IQ Tour AI ball down to 3000 grit to promote earlier roll for the conditions I am typically on. On my typical league pattern on the fresh, I saw a lot length out of the ball and a pretty angular backend motion. On 44ft, a lot of length early on is not ideal and did not provide a good look on the fresh for me. As the lanes started to dry up in the front, I was able to see earlier roll and more midlane read that kept me closer to the pocket utilizing the same line as the fresh. Compared to the IQ Tour Solid, I saw a lot more length out of the Tour AI even with the surface change. It would certainly be a second or third ball out of the bag for me on medium to longer oil conditions. What was ideal about this ball was that it allowed me to stay further right with my feet and closer to the friction line which helped me eliminate the over under of the pattern. For me to use the Tour AI on my house pattern, I would need to use more overall surface to get the ball to slow down similarly to bigger balls in my arsenal. I definitely would recommend this ball to those who bowl on a more traditional 39-42ft house pattern with less oil volume where they use balls such as the IQ Tour or Ion Pro. In my opinion, there are better options in the line for heavier volume and longer oil. This could work on the fresh if you see a lot of built in friction but would be most ideal in a second or third ball down on most conditions. Adam Chase Storm Staff

The !Q Tour A.I. brings back the proven R2S hybrid coverstock and C3 core, but enhanced with A.I. technology. It takes everything you loved about the !Q Tour and elevates it to new heights with a more consistent and reliable reaction. It was designed to be a dependable and versatile ball that can help bowlers of all styles on a variety of lane conditions. The hybrid cover with Power Edge is clean through the fronts and helps save up plenty of energy to create a powerful reaction while the core provides stability and forgiveness. The !Q Tour A.I. gave me a great look sliding on 29, looking 15 at the arrows with my breakpoint around 7-8. As the lanes transitioned and I moved left, it continued to look amazing. When compared to the Road Warrior, the !Q Tour A.I. is a little bit sooner with a rounder ball reaction. In my current bag, the !Q A.I. will fit between the 900 Global Zen 25 and the Road Warrior. I can see the !Q Tour A.I. being a great ball in league and later on in tournaments when the fronts start to burn up. Stop by your local Storm VIP pro shop to check it out! Available on March 21st. Dave Jecko Storm Amateur Staff Member YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@maximumpotentialbowlerssho7625

The Storm !Q Tour A.I. continues the legacy of the revered !Q Tour series, offering bowlers a blend of control, versatility, and smooth motion. Featuring the iconic C3 A.I. Core and wrapped in the new R2S Hybrid Coverstock, this ball provides a slightly stronger and more responsive motion than the original !Q Tour Solid. It glides effortlessly through the front part of the lane while delivering a smooth yet continuous arc on the backend. Ideal for medium oil conditions, the !Q Tour A.I. excels when lanes start to transition, allowing players to stay in control without over-hooking or losing energy at the pins. Whether you're a rev-dominant player needing a smoother motion or a straighter player looking for a touch of extra backend, the !Q Tour A.I. delivers the signature predictability and performance that makes the !Q Tour line a staple in any arsenal.

The Roto Grip RST Hyper Drive is a powerhouse for bowlers seeking strong mid-lane read with a controlled yet aggressive backend motion. Featuring the RST + A.I. Core and the MicroTrax Solid Coverstock, this ball blends the best of both worlds—strong traction in oil while retaining energy for a dynamic finish. Out of the box at 2000-grit Abralon, it handles medium to heavy oil conditions exceptionally well, providing a smooth yet continuous motion without being overly sharp. Compared to the original RST X-1 and X-2, the Hyper Drive offers a slightly earlier roll with a more predictable backend, making it ideal for players who want consistency without sacrificing hitting power. Whether you're a high-rev player looking for control or a straighter player needing extra motion, the RST Hyper Drive delivers a well-balanced reaction that excels in transition.

Storm iQ Tour AI Layout: 4.5 x 4.0 x 1.5 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 iQ Tour AI utilizes the RS2 Hybrid reactive cover along with the C3 A.I. Core. The Storm iQ Tour AI was an afterthought for me. I was late to the party to drill one but I am so glad that I did. I have thrown the Storm iQ Tour AI a bunch in the last two weeks. I have thrown it at the Greater Ozarks Tournament, a local best-ball tournament, and in league. The Storm iQ Tour AI has looked great at all three arenas, in different bowling centers that I tend to struggle in. My tournament arsenal (current) 1. Storm Ion Max 2. Storm Physix Blackout 3. 900 Global Origin 4. Roto Grip Attention Star S2 and Roto Grip Rock Star 5. Roto Grip Attention Star and Storm Equinox 6. Storm iQ Tour A.I 7. Road Warrior 8. Storm iQ 78U Visit your local Storm VIP Pro Shop! #Stormnation #SquadRG

The !Q Tour A.I. still has the R2S Coverstock, which gives great control and versatility to this ball. As I have mentioned before, adding the A.I. Core Technology truly enhances the potential of these bowling balls, especially when it is added to an already very reliable core design. A more consistent, reliable reaction that helps you roll your best game, shot after shot. I will say this ball has already come in handy for me towards the end of the night and allows me to take advantage the amazing Power Edge finish.

Review by Nicholas Hogan on the !Q Tour AI So far this !Q has been living up to the hype for me. I drilled this 4x4x2 the standard layout storm recommends as I have not had much success with !Q's recently. For me this ball works amazing on the Fresh and the burn but during the transition I had to switch out of it. The Tour AI saves up so much energy and makes a very strong motion to the pocket! This will be a great ball for fresh house shots, and a lot of fresh sport and challenge patterns as well, and then be great later in the day once the lanes get burnt up. I'm not great with reviews because I am not super technical but this ball straight up works, I usually have a go to Pearl, go to Hybrid, and go to Solid for tournaments and from what I have seen from this Hybrid so far is that it will probably become my go to Hybrid ball. Nicholas Hogan Do You Bowl Pro Shop Storm Pro Shop Staff Minnesota

Ball Specs: Storm IQ Tour A.I. Coverstock: R2S™ Hybrid Reactive Power Edge Core: C3™ A.I. Core (Symmetrical) Color: Emerald/Black Scent: Apple Cider Donut Review: This release is going to be a big one for many reasons. Bringing back arguably one of the most popular IQ balls of all time in the fusion and wrapping the AI core around it is the main one, but the colors and the smell is out of this world. This ball has some major shelf appeal. We drilled this ball with our normal layout: tweener, 350-375 revs, 16.5mph, layout of choice is 4x4x2 (pin is above bridge). This ball is going to be great for later in blocks or if you love that weak cover/strong core reactions. The IQ tour AI is incredibly smooth down lane (as expected). We bowl back to back leagues with no re-oil so this ball will for sure come into play on that second block when the lanes get a little toasty. This piece will also be great for people with lower ball speed or if you like playing straight up the lane. This ball really fits in any tournament/league arsenal. A must have. Kyle, Joel, & Dean Johnson SPI Pro Shop Staff Members kyle@parklanes.net joel@parklanes.net dean@parklanes.net www.stormbowling.com #StormNation #GoGlobal #SquadRG