Product Description
Reimagined for what’s next.
The Storm Next Factor 15 lb is a high-end performance bowling ball designed to revive the legendary skid‑flip motion of the original X‑Factor while matching today’s higher‑volume, more dynamic lane conditions. Wrapped in Storm’s R3S Pearl Reactive coverstock and finished with Power Edge polish, it clears the heads with ease, reads the midlane with confidence, and unleashes a strong, continuous move through the pins on medium to heavier oil. At its core is the RAD‑TQ asymmetrical engine, featuring a high‑RG 2.56, strong 0.051 differential, and 0.017 intermediate differential in 15 lb, giving players easy length, fast rev potential, and plenty of flare to open up their angles without sacrificing control. This ball is ideal for league and tournament bowlers who loved the shape of the original X‑Factor or anyone looking for a clean, angular benchmark asym that still offers a predictable, repeatable motion when you need your ball to make the same strong move shot after shot
R3S Pearl Reactive Coverstock
The Next Factor is wrapped in R3S, a reactive cover uniquely positioned between R2S and TX-16 in terms of traction and response. This formulation was chosen specifically to amplify the strengths of the core: clean midlane travel paired with a controlled, angular move downlane. R3S provides a rare balance of traction and flip, giving players a predictable read early and a powerful continuation through the pins. It’s the ideal shell to bring a legendary motion profile back to life in today’s lane environments.
RAD-TQ Weight Block
At the heart of the Next Factor is the RAD-TQ, a reengineered version of one of the most influential asymmetric cores in Storm history. Originally introduced as the RAD (Radical Accelerating Disk) in the X-Factor, this modern revival preserves the core’s defining traits—high RG, high differential, and a conservative PSA strength—while utilizing updated internal materials for enhanced efficiency and stability.
The result is a core that clears the fronts with ease and stores an exceptional amount of energy for a devastating backend move. The RAD-TQ brings back the iconic motion that helped shape the Storm brand, now optimized for today’s higher-friction surfaces and modern bowler styles.
Color: Midnight *Please note that colors may slightly vary from image shown
Coverstock: R3S Pearl Reactive
Weight Block: RAD -TQ Asymmetrical Core
Factory Finish: Power Edge Polish
Flare Potential: 5-6"+ (High)
Radius of Gyration (RG): 2.56
Differential (Diff): 0.051
Intermediate Differential (Mass Bias): 0.017
Fragrance: Dark Berry
| Weight | RG | Diff. | Interm. Diff. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 2.54 | 0.050 | 0.015 |
| 15 | 2.56 | 0.051 | 0.017 |
| 14 | 2.59 | 0.050 | 0.019 |
| 13 | 2.57 | 0.032 | 0.010 |
| 12 | 2.59 | 0.029 | 0.008 |
