- El Nino Gold

First Impressions
With the El Nino Gold, Storm brings a fascinating new development to market that stands out above all for its exceptional length and late reaction. Inside works the dynamic Nino Core, which with a 2.52 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 characteristic massively by letting the ball glide effortlessly through the heads without building friction early. Visually it's 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 El Nino Gold to the Brunswick Rhino, the glaring differences in backend reaction stand out immediately. The Brunswick Rhino tends to read a bit earlier, while the El Nino Gold holds its energy a decisive fraction longer and then reacts far more aggressively to the dry area. That characteristic makes it the perfect complement in your arsenal when the Rhino starts to lose energy in the pocket or enters too flat. Although both balls have a similar orientation toward lighter oil patterns, the El Nino Gold offers a noticeably more dynamic angle. It's the ideal solution for situations in which the Rhino no longer develops sufficient drive, since it generates the necessary entry angle.
On the Lanes
This ball shows its greatest strength once the lane has already 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. When 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, responsive surface. Thanks to its forgiving nature on misses to the outside, it should keep your scores stable at a very high level even in the late stages of a tournament.