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Product Features & Description
Storm Virtual Energy
SKU: STBBMTVE
Brand: Storm Bowling

High Performance
- Color: Emerald/Olympic Gold/Black
- Coverstock: R2X Hybrid Reactive
- Weight Block: Shape Lock HD
- Ball Finish: 1500-grit Polish
- Flare Potential: 6” Plus (High)
- Fragrance: Pear Berry
- RG: 16#-2.48, 15#-2.48, 14#-2.53
- RG Differential: 16#-.048, 15#-.052, 14#-.050
- Recommended Lane Condition: Medium-Heavy Oil
- A few tiny pit holes in the cover stock of the ball are normal
- Description: Since the release of the Virtual Gravity, Storm has been inundated with positive feedback and inquires of future designs. The combination of the Gravity Shift and Virtual Gravity gave bowlers a look that they had never seen before on heavier oil; mid-lane control with explosive back-end reactions. One of the greatest features is their adaptability on changing back-end motion depending on the layout chosen. Our intent with the Virtual Energy is to utilize the early revving motion and explosive back-end characteristics of the Shape-Lock™ HD core, along with the performance proven R2X™ coverstock. The coverstock is the key element to this equation and engineering the right blend of solids and pearls to create the perfect compliment to its predecessors.
Overview:
The testing phase brought several factors into play. We tested several coverstock combinations with the profilometer, as well as, on-lane C.A.T.S. testing. Our goal was to develop a ball that utilizes the best characteristics of its predecessors as well as creating its own unique performance. Our final product is the R2X™ Hybrid. The combination of the two pearls and a solid reactive delivers the perfect fit within our product line. The solid generates just enough mid-lane read on the heavier volume patterns, while the two pearlized parts deliver the strong motion on the back-end. The Virtual™ Energy is the perfect complement to Storm’s Premier line of bowling balls.
Avg. Customer Rating:4.5 stars
(based on 48 reviews) Reviewers described themselves as: League bowler (43), Casual bowler (2), Beginner (1), Competitive athlete (1)
  • Pros
    • Attractive (33)
    • Comfortable grip (30)
    • Great weight (28)
    • Flawless surface (26)
  • Cons
    • Flaws in surface (6)
    • Ugly graphics (3)
    • Weight feels off (3)
  • Best Uses
    • Local bowling alley (40)
    • Tournaments (32)
    • Upgrade (15)
Already own the Storm Virtual Energy bowling ball? Write a Review REVIEWED BY 48 CUSTOMERS sort by:
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Best ball ever owned By Let the Storm begin from South Korea
Reviewed on: 1/23/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Great Weight, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I am a pretty good bowler averaging around 216 and I am in the military so just recently got back into bowling and was using Storm Core Power for the past 7 years and still held my average of 216 but tonight I finally got my ball drilled and used it an hour afterwards in a 9-pin tourny just for fun. Basically with this ball there was no need for it to be a 9-pin tourny because I averaged 240 over 5 games of which only 5 weren't real. This ball has maximum forgiveness whether your throw it outside or in it will find and destroy the pocket. Best pin action I have seen as well. Once again Storm hasn't let me down. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[17 of 18 customers found this review helpful]
Best Ball I've Owned! By Bob from Visalia CA
Reviewed on: 10/15/2009 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Purchased ball late July 2009. Rolled a sanctioned 300 on Aug 5th. Excellent ball for house shot...my last three league series were 699, 736, and 735. All bowled in one week! Not too bad for a guy who will be 75 next May! Bob Weller Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[8 of 9 customers found this review helpful]
WOW! By Put the Hammer down from Englewood, Ohio
Reviewed on: 11/10/2009 Unverified Pros:The ball will hook Cons:None Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend All I can say is wow!!! This ball hooks and hit a ton. I am not a spot bowler, I just throw to an area. I am right handed and stand 5-10 boards left of center on the approach, throw is somewhere between the 5 and 10 board and this ball will find the pocket, it is very forgiving. I carried a 220 average last year and was down around 200 after 7 weeks, with the virtual Energy I shot a 749 and 793 the past two weeks. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[8 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
I strongly recomend the Virtual Energy By bpeters from Lonetree, Colorado
Reviewed on: 8/25/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight Cons:Didn't find a flaw Best Uses:ALL USES Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I purchased this ball and out of the box rolled 300, I carry a 215 league average and the first night with this ball shot 799. You must have this ball if you are serious about your game!!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[7 of 9 customers found this review helpful]
Lich's layout and Banks drilling perfect By Tom K. (Digger Odell) from Spartanburg, SC ex Windsor Locks, CT
Reviewed on: 8/28/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Larry Lichstein recommended I have this ball drilled out a certain way, and last Tuesday proved his tremendous knowledge of the art of drilling to accommodate the style. Bowling in a PBA experience shot with gutter-to-gutter heavy oil, this ball showed its strong back end, playing between 8 and 18. In over 40 years of bowling, this ball is even better than the Angle was in it's day. Thanks for the keys Larry! Tom K. Spartanburg, SC Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[5 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
great! By Jason Hutson from independence, kansas
Reviewed on: 11/21/2009 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend great ball! i just bought it and once i found a mark, i went off for a 708 series. i never even bowled a 600 before this with my old ball, cant wait to do some casual bowling with it! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Unbeatable By Zak from Union, NJ
Reviewed on: 10/26/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Spin, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:Casual Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Beware of adding rubber grips. Thumb hurts from throwing. But it's like buying new shoes. It has to be broken in. I was told to develop a new throwing habit. This may be the problem. Nevertheless, this ball handles curves like a Porsche. The ball does all the work. Definitely a product I can get used to and play with for a long time. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Perfection was created!!!!!!!! By Big Daddy from Oxford, NC
Reviewed on: 2/18/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball is awesome. I bowled my first 700 series. I can use this ball inside and swing it out from 5 to 10, or play outside and go up the 5 board. I have thrown Hammer and Columbia, but now I am strictly a Storm equipment user, but no affiliation at all. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[7 of 11 customers found this review helpful]
Too good to be true By Bracket King from Houston, TX
Reviewed on: 7/21/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Cons:None Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I have a 190 average and I haven't shot under 227 with this ball. Its great at covering up my mistakes. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[6 of 11 customers found this review helpful]
Awesome Ball! By MsMC from Pacific Lanes, Tacoma WA
Reviewed on: 7/21/2009 Unverified Best Uses:Tournaments, Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball is awesome! Hit your mark and the pins just explode. This ball is not for the weak.... Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[3 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
Possible Ball of the Year By Nito from Los Angeles, CA
Reviewed on: 8/25/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Outstanding Performance Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, PBA Experience league Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball reads the midlane exceptionally well to be a pearlized ball; mostly due that it has a hybrid cover. This is a must have; especially if you have the Virtual Gravity; which compliments this ball beautifully!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Virtual Gravity Leaves Pins Floating By Sir Smytcelot from San Francisco, CA
Reviewed on: 4/17/2010 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design, Great Weight Cons:Surface marks easily Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I am left handed and throw from the 10th board in. This ball takes that space and eats it up. It comes in like a lightning bolt and strikes up the pin action. Its forgiving a board or two if you miss your mark it makes up for it with additional or less performance. If you are a league bowler looking to make the leap to better league bowler with potential to enter tournaments and win you will need this ball. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
This ball kills the pins By jz from san bernardino, ca
Reviewed on: 9/12/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend drilled the ball today and shot a 300. This ball slams the pocket. If u dont get this ball your missin out. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
[...] By Fe Fe the pin hunter from Detroit, MI
Reviewed on: 1/19/2010 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip Cons:Ugly Graphics Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend [...] Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
it will do the job for You--great ball By bill from robbins n.c.
Reviewed on: 11/18/2009 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I was looking for a good hooking ball the strom has it. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
GOOD ? NO! By Me from Wisconsin
Reviewed on: 12/6/2009 Unverified Cons:Flaws In Surface Describe Yourself:Beginner Bottom Line:No, I would not recommend this to a friend I averaged over 200 before i got this ball, its the worst ball that i'v ever had. I enjoyed my Bone White XS more then this ball, i enjoyed my power groove more. terrible pin action, ten pin after ten pin even with adjustment to different angles. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[3 of 15 customers found this review helpful]
man thats a geat ball By pro from snow hill
Reviewed on: 7/7/2009 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Flawless Surface, Great Weight Cons:Weight Feels Off, Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend ints a grat ball to have Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[1 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
its the best ball out By pooh from capital plaza lanes
Reviewed on: 7/13/2009 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design Cons:Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend its a great ball Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[0 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
don't like this ball at all By dick from fort wayne,in
Reviewed on: 12/16/2009 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design Cons:Weight Feels Off, Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:No, I would not recommend this to a friend I am somewhat new to bowling second year in leauge 165 average best game 250 but I have had nothing but problems with this ball. Played three games and shell cracked almost in half. Although storm did replace the ball without problems. bowled maybe 20 games or so and now I have six big chunks out of the shell. it's not the bowling alley because my spare ball is flawless. This is the third time I had to repair my ball's surface. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
Best hookin ball on the market BKProShop By B.K.ProShop from Houston TX
Reviewed on: 10/13/2009 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design Cons:Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend this ball is gonna hook for you it make a good bowler bowl better make a bad bowler bowl better then ever Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

best ball i have owned,this is number 9 By =XF1=Xcaliber the opw from austin tx 78731
Reviewed on: 12/29/2009 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend seriously, if you cant shoot a 200 plus, 4 out of 5 games you probably need a coach.this ball is much stronger on the back end than most.i play the 15 board out to the 5 at 16 mph.and wow does this ball come back hard.you owe it to yourself to get one. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Perfect Ball? By Shooter from Cuse, NY
Reviewed on: 1/12/2010 Unverified Pros:Flawless, Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface Cons:Ugly Graphics Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Best ball in my bag, 1 week after getting it drilled have 766, 731, and 813. I bowl about 3+ times a week and average around 230. if your looking for something predictable this is your ball. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

virtual energy! By bowler from rochester NY
Reviewed on: 2/2/2010 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Comfortable Grip Cons:Are none Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend it has a strong back end.destroys the pins. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

INCONSISTANT By ZYNSTAR from Memphis , TN.
Reviewed on: 4/19/2011 Verified Reviewer Pros:Attractive Design, Looks Good Smells Good Cons:Inconsistant Best Uses:No leagues or tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:No, I would not recommend this to a friend This ball is not consistant . Not much pin power . Doesn't power through pins . Worst ball I have bowled with by Storm . Switched to the Invasion & HyRoad , & both are great balls , with the HyRoad being the best overall . Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great Back Up Back! By IceHandz906 from Corona, CA
Reviewed on: 9/8/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend When the lanes are spotted, fried, or shredded, this is the best ball for me to go too. I can use it on fresh patterns too. It has tremendous power and versatility, and it is very forgiving. The reason I rated it 4 stars is because this ball leaves me a record high number of corner pins. Leaving 10 pins (I'm a right hander) is part of the game and normal, but leaving just as many 7 pins as 10 pins is definitely NOT normal. However I managed to shoot my 2nd 288 game with this ball although it was disappointing because I've had nothing but consistent pocket shots and left the 7 pin twice. As bowlers say the 10 pin is the right hander's worst enemy, this ball tells me the 7 pin is my enemy. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

The best ball out right now. By Chad the any board on the right from Red Lion, Pa
Reviewed on: 9/13/2009 Unverified Pros:Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Great Weight Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend The ball comes back with alot of hook. Love it. Comes out smouth when I throw it. Pin action is just like the Virual Gravity. Can't beat it. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Like a fine wine By Ringing10 from Ft. Payne, AL
Reviewed on: 12/13/2010 Unverified Pros:Consistent Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Have had since available on bowling.com. It seems to get better and better. This is my 3rd league with this ball and I've had 3 700 series this league the last one was 12/12 748 total, my highest ever. Great ball seems to be very flexible with lane changes. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

best ball ever! By sam mule from baldwinsville ny
Reviewed on: 2/25/2010 Unverified Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend the first time i bowled with this ball i got my first 300. this ball is just amzen it hits the pocket like a tank i just love this ball if u want a good ball this is the one to get and i am only 16 Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best Ball I Have Ever used By Old Learner from New Braunfels TX
Reviewed on: 1/16/2010 Verified Reviewer Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend League Avg: 188-193 RH low rev bowler Speed: 14.5 - 15.5 Pin to CG: 3.25 in Top Wt: 2.88 PAP to CG: 5 1/4" CG 1 1/2" up X 1" right of thumb Pin 1/2" under and centered on ring finger MB 2 1/2" down and 2" right of thumb The first game out of box was a 277 and a 650 series. Second league night was 226, 213, 280 for 719. For the second series was standing on 29 and throwing up 15 out to about 10 for a smooth arching hook. Hits like a ton of bricks. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

A must have!!! By mitch2245 from Burnsville, MN
Reviewed on: 2/3/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Attractive Design, Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Storm has done it again!!! They keep putting out great equipment. I've heard a lot of negative feedback about this ball. All I have to say is this is a must have in any bowlers arsenal. I am a league and tournament bowler and this ball goes everywhere with me. This ball has a great back end movement. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great Ball By shaneomac from Hatfield, PA
Reviewed on: 2/9/2010 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Great Weight, Comfortable Grip, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I got this ball because I wanted a ball that would break later and it definitely does! The ball hits like a train and rarely leaves any 10 pins. Be careful on dry lanes because the ball can be very difficult to control. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Virtual Greatness By hammer nuts from long island NY
Reviewed on: 1/22/2010 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend as a 160 bowler, i was looking to upgrade to a more aggressive backend ball. let me tell you this ball is everything it says it is. the first game i rolled with it was 8k's i finished with a 595, the following week i rolled a 690, and this week 647...this ball hits with tremendous power, pins explode as it hits pocket, also i can keep same line throughout the night with only slight adjustments. i can now compete with with the really good bowlers here on long island. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great ball pick the right weight By TL from Walnut Creek CA
Reviewed on: 11/2/2010 Verified Reviewer Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I would consider myself a consistent league bowler currently avg 194. I have always used 16 lbs balls and bought 16bls storm virtual energy. The ball has a great feel and closes very well even as the lanes begin to break down. The one thing i would however note, (I have only bowled 6 games with it 218,195, 181,237,185,179) I left more 10 pins then i ever have. I would and should have seriously considered a 15lbs ball, as i understand through my reading that the closing angle of the ball coupled with its weight truly creates this leave. I am now working on adjusting speed to compensate in later games for this break down. From what i understand, a 15lbs ball would have been a better choice. I would consider myself a tweener with a ball speed measured at the pins of 16.5. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

What can you say about profection. By BIG KAHUNNA from Lakewood, CO
Reviewed on: 1/22/2010 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip, Great Weight Best Uses:Tournaments, Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball EXPLODES through the pins. What else can a guy with a 176 average say after rolling a perfect game his 1st league night with a new ball. What can you say about perfection except THANK YOU STORM! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great Ball By smallone from Columbus Ohio
Reviewed on: 8/25/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Flawless Surface, Attractive Design Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend 25 Aug. 2010 League bowler avg. 178 brought avg up to 193 but have only bowled with it about 6 weeks I am not a cranker speed about 15 hope to bring avg up to 200 at least, we will see. Charlie Cols. Ohio Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

As good as it gets. By MattK from Drums PA
Reviewed on: 7/13/2010 Verified Buyer Pros:Crazy Hook, Fun to use, Great Weight, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Cons:Color differs from pict Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Use on old wooden alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball was drilled to my preferences, I use a finger tipped grip and have an amazing hook. This ball hooks more than any other ball that I have ever used. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

good ball By JON from BELLINGHAM,WA
Reviewed on: 3/12/2010 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Good pin action, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend this is good ball. when thrown right can really carry pins all the way to strikes. i have this bowling ball at 14 lbs and it is good enough for me. i would love to have this as a 16lb bowling ball but i can only carry a 14lb ball do to me only being 13 yrs old. when i received this ball it has increased my average from 135 to 146 but it only went up by that much because it was towards the end of my league. for example insted of me bowling my average in the last 4 weeks since i only bowl on saturday i had about a 167 average. thank for another great bowling ball storm!!! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Love the way the ball performs, KILLER. By M.D. from Louisville, KY
Reviewed on: 2/9/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Great Weight, Comfortable Grip Cons:Ugly Graphics Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend My old ball cracked and I bought the STORM Energy. The ball will get down the lane and really hooks to the pocket. You can't look at the pins and try to throw it in the pocket. If you hit the right spot for you, It will give you a big hook at the end and carry through to sweep the pins. You just have to trust the ball and let it do the job. Great Ball. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

the one By the one and only boss from kingsland, ga
Reviewed on: 2/3/2010 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip Cons:Weight Feels Off Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:No, I would not recommend this to a friend i have an average of 220 until i got this ball that is ive played 12 games and so far i dont like it, it has way to much curve fro me this ball brought my avg. down to 170 i will go bowling again friday and try this ball, not an ameatur ball, this ball will take time to get use to that is if you dont sale it before it does Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best Ball Ive thrown In a while!! By Joey from Phenix City, AL
Reviewed on: 10/11/2010 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Great Weight Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Best Ball Ive thrown In a while, I have A roto grip pearl I loved that ball, This was suggested to me by a friend and He also drilled it for me and first game 266, second 242, third 234. Great ball all around. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

This just a great ball!!! By Pin the hitter from San Francisco, CA
Reviewed on: 11/30/2010 Unverified Pros:Comfortable Grip Cons:Flaws In Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:Casual Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This is ball is great!!! I drill my ball for long late cute. I choose this ball from reviews and long study of different balls (took like three months). I have a brunswick ultra zone(my first real bowling ball), but it was kind of tuff to use cuz if you dont add enough finger in the follow through it doesnt hook (have to really work it)! But the Virtual Energy is very forgiving ball, its like create its own action as it reaches of the lane. Even if mess up my release it tends to hook it self little effort! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Nice rolling ball. By Storm900global from California
Reviewed on: 3/26/2010 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Great Weight, Scent, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend This ball has a great roll and shreds racks like crazy. Only problem i have had with it is that it just hooks and stops instead of going long with a huge backend. It wont recover that well if u miss your target more than 3 boards.A couple of my friends had the same problem with theirs and already traded them.Overall, i like the roll and carry power of the energy, but the reaction is inconsistent. Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Virtual Energy scores Perfect Game By Brian H from Sanford, FL
Reviewed on: 9/2/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Strong Backend Cons:Too Strong at Times Best Uses:Tournaments, League Describe Yourself:Pro Bottom Line: Pin to PAP(4 1/2" over 1/2" up) - 4 1/2"Mass Bias Position - 2" right of Center LineBalance Hole - NoneSurface Preparation - Left at Box FinishI've had this ball for over a year now and it is still rolling strong. Just posted a 300 with it last night. [...] Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Best ball i have ever threw! By Evan from NY
Reviewed on: 3/2/2011 Unverified Pros:Great Weight, Lasts fow awhile, Comfortable Grip, Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments, Upgrade Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend i have been bowling now tournament wise for a little over 5 years. in those years i have had 5 bowling ball (including spare ball) i now use the virtual gravity and a hyroad i have had this ball for alittle over a year now and it still is my favorite ball. it still makes a great clean shot and a nice hook. i would recomend it to real serious bowlers! Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

great ball By blanco from queens n.y
Reviewed on: 3/10/2010 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Flawless Surface, Great Weight, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley, Tournaments Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend the ball great hold deep into lane great back end i bowled my high with this ball 286 the ball is all i was looking 4 Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

Great Ball By Jim in Nevada from Pahrump Nevada
Reviewed on: 1/4/2011 Unverified Pros:Attractive Design, Flawless Surface Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Great ball first storm ball i have owend Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

It is not a ball...it is the ball By Chris the Costa Rican from San Jose, Costa Rica
Reviewed on: 7/9/2010 Verified Buyer Pros:Comfortable Grip, Great Weight, Attractive Design Best Uses:Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend The Virtual Energy is definately a very good product to purchase if you are thinking to upgrade ...what I like the most is the contact and reactoin it does when it gets to the head pin... Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.

super By keith from peoria az.
Reviewed on: 3/13/2010 Verified Reviewer Pros:Flawless Surface, Great Weight, Attractive Design, Comfortable Grip Best Uses:Upgrade, Local Bowling Alley Describe Yourself:League Bowler Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend I have only been bowling for about six months.I just bought this ball and within one week I was bowling 600+ series its impresive Was this review helpful to you? Yes / No- You may also flag this review.