- Barbed Wire

First Impressions
With the Barbed Wire, Storm brings a fascinating new development to the market that impresses above all with its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Wire Symmetric core, which with a 2.55 RG and a 0.040 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 characteristic massively, 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 Barbed Wire with the Brunswick Twist, the glaring differences in backend reaction stand out immediately. The Brunswick Twist tends to read a bit earlier, while the Barbed Wire holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts noticeably more aggressively to the dry area. That characteristic makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Twist starts to lose energy in the pocket or enters too flat. Although both balls have a similar orientation toward lighter oil patterns, the Barbed Wire offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It is the ideal solution for situations in which the Twist 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 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, the ball lets you systematically move further inside and attack the pocket from a much deeper angle. It is excellently suited to medium to dry conditions and an excellent choice if you are looking for a clean, quick-reacting 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.