- Lights Out TE

First Impressions
The Storm Lights Out TE (Tournament Edition) shows up in an extremely eye-catching pearl color combination. The heart of this model is the Turbine Core, which stands out with a higher RG of 2.550 and a moderate differential of 0.038. The cover is the proven R2S Pearl Reactive coverstock, polished to a high gloss out of the box. The higher RG keeps the core from rotating until late, while the smooth cover should let the ball glide very safely through the heads and save its dynamics for the backend.
Comparison
Compared to the regular Storm Lights Out, the TE version delivers a considerably sharper reaction at the breakpoint thanks to slight cover modifications. Next to the Storm Hy-Road Pearl, the Lights Out TE creates a very similar, moderate move through the oil, but with a marginally more angular hook. Once the transition sets in and the front part of the lane dries up completely, this ball is extremely effective. It needs dry boards to carry its gentle dynamics into the pins without overreacting at the breakpoint.
On the Lanes
The Storm Lights Out TE finds its preferred use on dried-up lane conditions. It's the perfect choice if you need a ball on burned-up patterns that slides easily through the heads and produces a steady hook toward the pocket. The late reaction helps keep you from overthrowing the breakpoint. The ball should secure carry through a clean entry angle. On fresh oil, however, this ball is often too weak and misses the pins.