- Flash Flood

First Impressions
With the Flash Flood, Storm brings a fascinating new development to market that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Flood Core, which with a 2.53 RG and a 0.045 differential ensures a very clean motion through the front part 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 property massively by letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually the ball is 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 Flash Flood with the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the glaring differences in backend reaction are immediately apparent. The Storm Hy-Road Pearl tends to read a bit earlier, while the Flash Flood holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then responds noticeably more aggressively to the dry area. That property 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 in a similar way, the Flash Flood offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It is the ideal solution for situations in which 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 little and the transition has clearly set in. It needs a certain amount of friction on the backend to develop its characteristic hook, which provides maximum, explosive carry. When the boards in the front part of the lane dry up, the ball lets you systematically move further inside and attack the pocket from a considerably deeper angle. It works excellently for medium to dry conditions and is an excellent choice if you are looking for a clean, responsive surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on shots missed to the outside, it should keep scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.