- El Nino 2000

First Impressions
With the El Nino 2000, Storm brings a fascinating new development to market that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Nino Core, which with a 2.52 RG and a 0.045 differential ensures very clean motion through the front sections of the lane. The pearl reactive cover is specifically tuned to store the ball's energy extremely efficiently. The nature of the surface with a polished finish supports this characteristic massively, letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually it's a real eye-catcher and immediately conveys that this model was designed primarily for later and sharper direction changes. The technical match between core and cover is extremely harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the El Nino 2000 to the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the glaring differences in backend reaction jump out immediately. The Storm Hy-Road Pearl tends to read a bit earlier, while the El Nino 2000 holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts noticeably more aggressively to the dry part of the lane. That characteristic makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Hy-Road Pearl starts to lose energy in the pocket or enter too flat. Although both balls are aimed at lighter oil patterns, the El Nino 2000 offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It's the ideal solution for situations where the Hy-Road Pearl no longer develops enough drive, since it generates the necessary entry angle.
On the Lanes
This ball shows its greatest strength once the lane has been played on a bit and the transition has clearly set in. It needs a certain amount of friction on the backend to develop its characteristic hook, which produces maximum, explosive carry. As the boards in the front part of the lane dry up, it lets you systematically move further inside and attack the pocket from a much deeper angle. It's excellent for medium to dry conditions and a great choice if you're looking for a clean, responsive surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on shots missed to the outside, it should keep your scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.