Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

The 2nd game i threw this ball with in a family tournament with my son and i threw a 300 with this ball. Great ball.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

This is a must have ball. There were a few things I worried about when I first got this but after just a few game I was able to control this ball like no other. It slides thru the front part of the lane better than any other ball I've seen and then the great back end that this gives u is amazing. Also LOVE the pin action I get from this ball. Best pin action I've ever had.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

I rolled five frames with it once it was drilled cause I was running short on time. Hit the pocket all five times and four were strikes. Decided to use it in a bowling tournament this weekend. I am a 205 average bowler and I shot a 669 with the new ball. It rolls really well and hits hard. I would advise anyone to purchase this ball. It would be a great addition for anyone.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

Ok I bought this ball to upgrade my virtual energy. I am a cranked with 17mph speed I loved the original gravity. No ball has come close. This ball is very easy to control and judge the break point. Hits hard and drives threw the pins. The ball has strong backend. On heavy oil it is decent. Can't swing it wide but the ball no matter what. Always hooks at the backend. I won't say it hooks more than the original gravity.on medium oil thi ball is a bull dozer. Nothing can stop it

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I'm a one night a week league bowler for 30 years with a current season average of 204. I decided I needed a new ball a few weeks ago and choose the Nano Pearl on a friend's suggestion. WOW! What a difference first game out of the box was a 278 with a 735 series. Than in week 3 started the night ok, 225, didn't adjust to changing lane conditions fast enough and bowled a 189, made a 2 board move inside and started rolling before I knew it, it was the 10 frame and I had 9 in a row. The rest is history, I threw the last three and got my first 300!! I would recommend this ball to any one, I'm not a big cranker just a first to second arrow down and in player. So this ball can work for anyone.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

Lay Out: 4 3/4" from PAP at 90* PAP angle and 25* VAL angle. Dual angle measurement would be 90/4.75/25. The pin ended up 1" above my ring finger with the CG tucked toward the center-of-grip. The 90* angle put the lightning bolt in my thumb. I had a Gravity Shift drilled this exact way that I liked for the movement at the back end of the pattern.Surface: I am box finish which is 1500 Reacta-Shine. I may touch this up with a 4000 abrlaon pad as on harder shots, this surface is over/under.Purpose: I wanted to drill up a ball comparable to a favorite Gravity Shift from a couple of seasons ago. I was able to change the surface on this Gravity quite a bit and use it on patterns that were in the 37-42' range depending on surface roughness. The Gravity was my go to ball when longer/higher volume patterns started to open up in the track area.Lane Condition Observations: I have thrown this on our house pattern and on a US Open qualifier that was 40' flat so far. I love the reaction of this ball. Strong but predictable. Our house condition is 38 feet and they run two patterns of it with one being slightly less volume. Our center is a huge open play center so they run the lower volume shot on weekends for the open play lanes. I noticed good pick up with this ball and very strong controlled move off the spot. I would rate this a quick response in box condition. The response might go down some with a smoother surface. I may also experiment to see what 2000 abr looks like on a longer pattern or more thru the 'soup' on a house shot. The flatter pattern is where this surprised me. I pulled it when I was out of the number just to get some lane time and it was nice left of a broken down track area. I could get it to push the front easily, but knew it would make the corner every time.Other Ball Comparisions: I did get to throw it some side by side with my Virtual Energy and Nomad Dagger. The Nano Pearl is stronger off the spot compared to the Dagger and about the same look as the VE. The VE is at 4000 abr and is also a "strong ball-laid out weak" so it holds a lot of energy at the break point. The Dagger pushed the front part of the lane much easier and should be a "ball down" when the Nano Pearl gets too jumpy at the spot. Final Thoughts: The VG Nano Pearl plays to me just like the Gravity Shift did a few years ago with an updated cover. This would make sense since the RG & Diff are the same along with the core. The updated cover does give it the grab to make it across the oil pattern. What I am noticing is it may be too jumpy in box condition for flatter patterns. Touching the cover with 2000 or 4000 (depending on oil volume) may be what the doctor ordered to get it in control again. I am thinking of drilling a second one with the pin in the ring finger with the bolt swung out to 45* to see if that is more controllable on patterns which don't give much help in the middle.

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Hello everyone and thanks for reading...... you can find my youtube video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou-kDpt7hp8&feature=channel_video_title

You can't go to a league night nowadays without running into a number of bowlers throwing the Nano. I have seen many people using them of all facets of the game but I always saw them go away after a game or so but now they don't have to. The introduction of the Nano Pearl was inevitable and everyone (including myself) looked forward to it. With this sought after introduction bowlers no longer have to sacrifice the hitting power they are used to while throwing the Nano. This ball clears the heads with ease and still picks up a great midlane roll, just like its predecessor. However, the backend reaction is much stronger and a much sharper. Some bowlers did not like the additional length the Pearl gives them forcing them to move further right than comfortable with and for them I would urge you to lightly scuff the surface with a 4000 abralon pad. The pearl coverstock will still allow you to get through the heads cleanly and will also allow this ball to handle any possibility of carry down. HITTING POWER!!!!!! AND AMAZING ANGLE !!!!!! What more could you want out of a ball. Keep up the great work Storm.

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Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl
Pin over ring, CG towards palm, MB by thumb, no X hole.

Well, if you're looking for a lot of back end with a really strong read off of friction, this is the ball for
you. This ball is at it's best when in the hands of the rotationally challenged in a situation where they
need to create "big boy" angle. Visually this ball is stunning and I love the new scent! It was the best selling
high performance ball in our shops the month it came out and is getting solid reviews from those in the center
in which I spend most of my time. Another HIT from Storm!

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

BALL SPECS

Pin Length: 3 inches

Ball Weight: 15lbs


DRILL PATTERN

Pin to PAP: 4 1/2

CG to PAP: 3

X Hole (if there is one): no hole


BOWLER STYLE

Rev Rate: 375

Ball Speed: 16.5

PAP/Track: 4 up 1 1/4


SURFACE PREP

Grit: Factory

Type: (Matte, Polish, Sanded): Polished


LANE CONDITION

Length: 41

Volume: 25.30

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): Kegel Turnpike


BALL REACTION

Length: 8

Back End: 9

Overall Hook: 9

Midlane Read: 8

Breakpoint Shape: 9


COMMENTS

Likes:
I like how the Nano Pearl clears the fronts for a strong Asymmetrical ball. Reads the midlane
very well and has a strong continuous backend motion. This is a great compliment to the original Nano.
On the Turnpike Pattern I was able to play next to track and just chase it in, without sacrificing carry.
This is a very strong pearl from Storm. The Pearl would be a great fit for all styles of bowlers. For the
heavy handed players who had a harder time getting the ball through the fronts with the original Nano
the pearl is just what you need. If you feel like the pearl is going a little too far, I've hit it with a
2000 abralon by hand and that did the trick. The ball read just a about a foot early and still had
great continuation through the pins and gave me more room at the breakpoint.

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Hand: Left Ball Speed: 16-17mphBall Weight: 15lbsPAP: 5 left 7/16 upDegrees of Tilt: 17Layout: 6 x 4 ¼ x 3 ¾ The Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl I have drilled has the pin above my middle finger and PSA (preferred spin axis) is about 1 inch away from my thumb so I can have more control of the ball for the down lane motion. Usually when I drilled up a strong pearlized ball I drill it to its potential, but with this one I wanted to have more control overall and use it for a typical night of league and it does the job! You can drill it for control or strong and still have a strong finish down lane and the pins will be in the pit! If you are looking for a ball to compliment you nano solid or replace you anarchy this is the ball to get. Great back end motion and really clean through the heads. First night with it on a typical house shot pattern on my league night I average 230 with it and used it for 2 ¾ games which is really good for an asymmetrical ball for me. Normally it is going to be 1 to 1 ½ games if I'm lucky for a ball like this. Great ball! The Virtual Gravity series has done it AGAIN! BOWL UP A STORM!I have a video on youtube and a picture of my ball and the layout on facebook. If you have any questions about the Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl email me at grichardson7716[@].Garrett RichardsonStorm/Vise Inserts Amateur Staff The Bowler's Advantage[@]

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I drilled my Nano Pearl with a 5"pin and a 5.5"MB with the pin just above my middle finger. This is my favorite layout for any bowling ball, and especially for Asymetrical Bowling Balls. I have about 390 revs and throw the ball around 17 MPH.
The Nano pearl is incredibly clean through the heads and most of the midlane. It is a very strong ball off the back of the pattern, with no shortage of power into and through the pins. Because of it's amazing power off the end of the pattern, I do have a little bit of an over/under reaction on the fresh oil. This is very common for pearlized balls, and this one makes up for it with how clean it is through burnt heads and pushed down midlanes. Starting the night with the Nano Solid, and then following up with the nano pearl is one of the best 1,2 punches ever created!

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

The Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl is amazing! I drilled mine with a 50 X 4 X 45 degree dual angle layout. I drilled an extra hole with a 63/64" drill bit 2-1/2" deep an inch down my VAL. I have used this ball in multiple situations already and I have not been disappointed yet! The NRG coverstock on this ball, even as a pearl, handles heavier oil with no problem. While I would still generally start with my VG Nano on a fresh pattern, the Nano Pearl fits perfectly under the Nano and gives me room for error as I break down longer patterns. On medium sport patterns or house patterns, the Nano Pearl is a good ball to start with. I am able to play more direct with mine and get a strong, smooth mid-lane roll when the patterns are fresh. As they break down, I can start moving further inside while opening the lane up with the same ball just by rotating my hand around the ball more. On short patterns, the Nano Pearl also gives me a strong mid-lane roll, but it tends to roll-out more. I like this reaction because it is more predictable and controllable on short patterns. The Nano Pearl has quickly become one of my favorite balls! I am pretty confident in what reaction I am going to get from it in just about any situation. Try one out today! You won't be disappointed.

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I got this ball for when the lanes change in league but have been using it more than I thought. Very versile ball that can be used on heavy oil and/or lighter oil conditions.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

I got this ball to finish out my setup for this season and going into this season i had a Vibe for dry lanes slingblade for low to mid lanes and i got the soild Nano for heavy to mid. Problem is that the soild is not so good on mid i was haveing to swing the ball to much and leaving 10pins. The slingblade was not enough and would just slide to long. I was stuck. I was about to buy another Soild Nano to polish up as the hitting power of that ball is nasty! So i went to buy the ball and saw the preorder for the (Pearl) Nano and thought to my self OMG! how nice would that be. Got the ball and drilled it to slide threw the heads and about half way down the mids before it started to roll up. Well thats what i was looking for, Not what i got. Right out of the box this ball is strong. I would rate the soild at an 18 out of a 20 hook scale and pearl a 16. this is to close for me. I was looking for about 14-15 as the slingbalde is about a 11-12 and vibe is 8-9 so they were to close. i put it in the lustking for 6min then used some clean a dull on it and now she is about a 15 and will last frist 2 games in league before i switch depending on how fast lanes breakdown. Over all this is a nice finish to what i am already packing. Ball works for any type of bowler. as i am about 480-520 rev bowler depending on attitude and my wife has the same ball that she loves and she is a low rev like 280 rev . So best got better for non sport league bowlers.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

Just what we were all waiting for! The Pearl Nano is everything I was hoping it would be and more. With both the original Nano and now the Pearl, I'm not sure how the compitition stands a chance. When you have both the origanal and the Pearl Virtual Gravity Nano you will be a step ahead of of your compitition.I drilled mine with the pin above the ring and the cg kicked out a lttle bit leaving the MB to the right of the thumb. I have a amall hole in the P2. This ball rolls great through the front heads and packs a punch threw the pocket just like the original Nano. I will be adding this one to my bag. OMG! This ball is Awesome!

Andrew Jensen
Storm and Roto Grip Staff

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

This ball is not like any of the pearls i have. i have 3 other pearl balls and 2 solids and i feel this ball is a cross between a solid and a pearl. This thing dose not roll up as early as a solid but it dose not go as long as a tipical pearl. I threw it on a fresh THS and it worked good, had to swing it more then i was hopping for as i had it drilled to be a 14 on a 0-20 hook scale. with more length. After 4 games on THS i switched to a sport shot called The Hell Rasier and ball was worthless as with that much oil there was nothing i could do. So over all this ball is right were i was looking as i have the solid Nano for heavy oil lanes and i got this for THS games for league. It worked out good and i will say Man nothing works like a Nano still a cheating ball.

Now the Bad,
The cover is real thin it only took about 10 times down the lane before it came back with a chunk missing. The thing is, its not that deep! But it was enough to go pass the pearl cover to the non pearl. So that might be the only bad part about it. i am ADDing polish to it this weekend for another THS Leauge to see if it works any diff.

Comments about Storm Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl:

BALL SPECS

Pin Length: 2.5"

Starting Top Weight: 2.74oz.

Ball Weight: 15lbs 4oz.


DRILL PATTERN

Dual Angle: 70/ 4.5 / 70

X Hole (if there is one): None


SURFACE PREP

Straigh out of the Box


LANE CONDITION

Length: 40 ft.

Volume: Medium-Heavy

Type (THS, Sport Pattern etc): THS

Virtual Gravity Nano Pearl Review

What a better way to compliment what was already an amazing ball than to release a pearlized version! The Nano was an incredible ball for me, so I was very excited when I heard that Storm was releasing a Pearl version. In the short time that I have had this ball, it is already making its way into my all-time favourites list.

Being a medium-rev tweener player, I do not go out on the lanes thinking that I can overpower them with revs or high speed. That being said, I need a ball that gives me a lot of control yet can be aggressive enough when I need it. The one thing that often concerns me with pearlized balls is that sometimes they are too long or too snappy in the backend. The NANO PEARL gives the perfect combination of getting down the lane and reading the backend smoothly without being jumpy.

The thing I love most about the NANO PEARL is its versatility and the many ways I can use it on the lanes. On a fresh condition, I am able to go a little straighter but it still gives me a strong finish, and once the lanes start to open up I am able to stay with it, move in and let it fly. The NANO PEARL also provides a pretty seamless transition in the event that you need something really aggressive to start with.

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T.J. Calara – Calgary, Alberta Canada.