- Jolt

First Impressions
With the Jolt, Storm brings a fascinating new development to market, one that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Jolt Core, which with a 2.55 RG and a 0.038 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 surface texture, with a 1500-grit polished finish, supports this trait 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, sharper changes of direction. The technical match between core and cover is extremely harmonious and purposeful here.
Comparison
Comparing the Jolt to the Storm Tropical Surge, the glaring differences in backend reaction stand out immediately. The Storm Tropical Surge tends to read a bit earlier, while the Jolt holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts noticeably more aggressively to the dry area. That trait makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Tropical Surge starts to lose energy in the pocket or enter too flat. Although both balls are aimed at lighter oil patterns, the Jolt offers a distinctly more dynamic angle. It is the ideal solution for situations in which the Tropical Surge 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 in the backend to develop its characteristic hook, which produces maximum, explosive carry. As 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 much deeper angle. It is very well suited to medium to dry conditions and an excellent choice if you're looking for a clean, responsive surface. With its forgiving nature on misses out to the outside, it should keep your scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.