Storm Revenant Review
While no longer in production, the Storm Revenant remains a solid option on the used market for bowlers seeking reliable performance on medium-heavy oil conditions. Its symmetric Vector Core and R3S Pearl coverstock combination delivers predictable motion without overwhelming hook.
howdy y'all J.L Raymond with bowlerx.com here coming to you from bowlerx pro shop and training center inside Waterford Lanes where today I've got that new uh inspector 2 or I mean the Revenant by storm I call it the Specter too because it's an awful lot like it just different colors so this one uh symmetrical a symmetrical Pearl is going to be a little bit smoother a little bit more rounded shape something that's going to be a little bit more controllable but cleaner through the front hopefully I
think it's going to be a little bit of a step down from the absolute which will be perfect for me and you all know that one is going to make my bag that one's going to jump in as my symmetrical Pearl to go in with my zen and we're gonna but we're going to take it out here it's got the typical 45 by four and a half by 45 layout on it and we're going to take it out on a typical 44 foot leak condition here in a minute so stay tuned they say bowling is a dying sport [Music]
dying sport [Music] I disagree I disagree I disagree I disagree I disagree olorex.com For the Love of bowling all right now we all love the absolute that thing was so sick but now we got the Specter too ER I mean the uh the Revenant you know the pretty
purple black ball this Ball's beautiful by the way she's she's pretty she's a pretty well let's go let's see what we got going a little straighter and 10 11 range yeah that one did a lot like the absolute but it was cleaner it got through there a little bit will it go through the pins the rest of the way like the absolute did
remove five left five whole boards oh that one delayed to be honest oh phone call somebody's here or somebody's calling thank you for calling Waterford Lanes Jay oh speaking how may I direct your call sorry we're closed Jr's busy making videos
all right so that one delayed a little bit got me worried it was clean but it delayed didn't pick up so we're gonna go five left we're gonna hang around a little bit more this one's definitely a smoother rounded shape the absolute really picks up and goes this one's a little smoother and more round I like it though when I need something a little bit more controlled a little bit cleaner a little bit more controlled
is that the US Open that's what you're going to need and oh yeah I'm apparently bowling the US Open now I wasn't thinking I was because I forgot to sign up I signed up for the Masters early enough to get in forgot to sign up for the US Open and it was full so I got myself on the waiting list I was like 15th and they called me yesterday and said hey you're in I said cool let's go so we've owned the US Open at the end of the month and now we got to pick a bag for that you already know I got six picked perfectly we gotta see what we can add to take to
the US Open oh gosh that's way left oh oh oh oh oh oh I don't know what that is but that thing held like that was like three left off my hand the absolute had no chance of holding there so this ball is by far cleaner and smoother down Lane that's what we like to see all right oh oh Green Giant
all right here we go come on one more time be good baby oh no I did it again that's gonna sit that's gonna sit there this is sickening this is sickening man just wait you guys will see hopefully I saw the energy for the other balls coming out here soon but losing
energy quick so I got to do like four more reviews today but man Envision Pearl was really good my knockout was really good all right here we go stronger with my hand got that one to the right oh rolling two pins we're just we just we can't miss we can't miss we're just rolling two pins like it's
our job rolling two pins throwing Messengers at 10 pins 10 back seven out of eight shots this is what we do this is just how we do it this is how we do it another problem with that one obviously I got that one where I wanted it and it just was really slow off of it so it's not going to be one that you really bang around the lane I don't think but it's going to be that controllable piece that lets you float it through the middle of the lane through all the burned up garbage and
keeps it controllable thank you so we'll just do that instead and that one does come around the head pin just a little bit but it doesn't matter because it's still enough to get through the pins and strike if I had my way I would make it six inches sooner then that would split the eight nine instead of run the nine pin over but if it's gonna strike it's going to strike I don't care just strike baby just strike all right here we go front of the ball
return have to be slower in here with this ball but we can do that in the corner oh see that's what I was talking about just that shot before it comes behind the head pin that's where the wrap tens come from if the ball goes just a little too long it goes behind the head pin but if that's a board to the left it strikes just one single board to the left and it strikes I'm gonna throw one more in there and see if I can show you
just like that oh just kidding I don't know what I'm talking about I don't know what I'm talking about I thought that would pick up but apparently in the more oil so it's not really allergic to oil but it doesn't like all that oil in the middle unless you're really jamming it so just keep that in mind folks all right there you go that's that Revenant now that's a pretty sweet looking bowl ball I love the colors I love the way it rolls I love the smoothness I love that it doesn't overreact I love that it's super clean
through the front just a lot of good things a lot of storm type characteristics of course so this one obviously makes the bag as my symmetrical Pearl that is ball number seven that I've officially put in my bag so now I have seven guaranteed balls plus I'm adding the dark code back in so that's eight I got to figure out a couple more for the US Open coming up but this one for sure is making it so that's all I got for you make sure to hit the link in the description down below if you want to order one but that's all I got until next time I'll see you guys later take care
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Performance Analysis
Performance Analysis
Testing revealed the Storm Revenant to be a notably cleaner, more controlled performer compared to Storm’s Absolute on a typical 44-foot house shot. The ball’s symmetrical core and reactive pearl coverstock produced a smoother, more rounded ball motion through the front of the lane with less aggressive hook than comparable stronger pieces in the Storm lineup. On the test pattern, the Revenant demonstrated excellent control through the midlanes, allowing bowlers to play straighter lines in the 10-11 board range without overreacting to friction. Independent reviewers observed that the ball’s behavior differed distinctly from higher-flare asymmetrical counterparts—it prioritized consistency and predictability over sharp angular motion, making it easier to execute precision shots when lane conditions demanded a more finesse-based approach.
The Revenant’s defining characteristic emerged as its ability to maintain composure in heavier oil conditions. Testing showed the ball doesn’t exhibit an allergic reaction to oil, but it requires deliberate hand pressure to generate reaction in heavily oiled midlane areas. Reviewers noted the pearl coverstock maintains its clean downlane motion even when floating through burned-in oil patterns, a trait that positions this ball as a reliable workhorse rather than a reactive aggressive piece. Shot-to-shot consistency proved strong; the ball tracked predictably to target and delivered reliable pin action when bowlers matched their line to the lane’s friction profile. The one caveat observed was that the Revenant doesn’t generate explosive back-end motion, making it less suitable for bowlers seeking sharp, angular recovery moves.
Who Is This Ball For?
The Storm Revenant is ideal for bowlers seeking a controlled, symmetrical pearl that performs best on medium to medium-heavy oil conditions without demanding extreme revolutions or hand speed. This ball works particularly well for competitors and league bowlers who value precision over power—players who need a dependable piece for burnt-up house patterns, challenging oil conditions, or situations where floating the ball down the lane cleanly matters more than generating aggressive hook. The ball’s smooth, rounded motion makes it an excellent choice for bowlers transitioning from weaker to moderate-strength equipment, or those building a competitive bag who need a versatile symmetrical option between their heavy-oil and drier-lane pieces.
This ball is less suitable for power players expecting aggressive, angular motion or for those bowling primarily on fresh, lighter oil patterns where more reactive performance would be advantageous. The Revenant rewards bowlers with solid fundamentals and repeatable mechanics—if you prioritize ball control and consistency over reactivity, or if you’re competing in conditions where lane management and finesse drive strikes, this is a strong addition to your arsenal.
The Pros
- • Excellent length through the front part of the lane
- • Predictable symmetric motion with good continuation
- • Strong value on used market since discontinuation
The Cons
- • Moderate hook potential may disappoint power players
- • Limited effectiveness on true heavy oil volumes
Who Is This Ball For?
While no longer in production, the Storm Revenant remains a solid option on the used market for bowlers seeking reliable performance on medium-heavy oil conditions. Its symmetric Vector Core and R3S Pearl coverstock combination delivers predictable motion without overwhelming hook.
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