- Flame Urethane – Teal Pearl

First Impressions
With the Flame Urethane – Teal Pearl, Storm brings a fascinating new development to market that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Flame Core, which with a 2.58 RG and a 0.030 differential ensures a very clean motion through the front part of the lane. The pearl urethane cover is specifically tuned to store the ball's energy extremely efficiently. The surface, with its polished finish, supports this trait massively by letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually it's a real eye-catcher, and it immediately signals that this model was designed primarily for later and sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover is extremely harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the Flame Urethane – Teal Pearl with the Storm Pitch Black, the glaring differences in backend reaction stand out immediately. The Storm Pitch Black tends to read a bit earlier, while the Flame Urethane – Teal Pearl holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts far more aggressively to the dry area. That trait makes it the perfect complement in the arsenal when the Pitch Black starts losing energy in the pocket or entering too flat. Although both balls are aimed at lighter oil patterns, the Flame Urethane – Teal Pearl offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It's the ideal solution for situations in which the Pitch Black 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 in a bit and the transition has clearly set in. It needs a certain amount of friction in the backend to develop its characteristic hook, which delivers 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 works excellently on medium to dry conditions and is an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, quick-reacting surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on shots missed out, it should keep scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.