WE'RE BACK! // Storm Lightning Blackout versus Fate, IQ Ruby, Virtual Energy Blackout // Ball Review

It's summertime, and the crew is excited to kick off the good weather with the reimagined return of a beloved 90's staple , the Lightning Blackout, by Storm. Back in the day, the Lightning was a killer when the lanes started to feel a bit toasty. So under modern day conditions, how will the new one stack up against other trusted options? Ben's back to find out.
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[@joerhinehart2980]

Good video , like the reaction of the vebo, something I can look into before going to symmetrical pieces. Just a thought , have you considered narrating a video with a bowler that is 150 - 170 average? Lots of videos with good bowlers making pieces look good , what if you highlight the benefits to ascending average bowlers to make them see the benefit of newer and varied equipment choices???

[@wsbproshop]

Thanks! Much appreciated. And, great idea--I'll definitely look into trying that in the near future!

[@darylgould8923]

Enjoyed that video. Well done.

[@wsbproshop]

Thanks! Really appreciate it

[@shanenorthrop1969]

Great video thank you

[@wsbproshop]

Thanks much! Really appreciate it :)

[@addictedTobowling]

Great video. I have all 3 balls u compared lightning to. Great bowling balls

[@wsbproshop]

Thanks! Much appreciated. Which of those 3 is your favorite?

[@beachtv123]

Do you think the VEBo is a significant upgrade over the ruby and fate? I’ve been throwing the ruby and fate and really like them but not love. Looking to pair with a tour dynamx

[@erikknudson3077]

I think that fate is underated for sure.

[@wsbproshop]

I agree! Might be Belmo's best ball. Smoother and more controllable than people tend to give Belmo balls credit for

[@Bamm139]

Great video! My style is similar to yours, but a little slower speed. The shapes look similar. My IQ Tour Pearl cracked, so I need a shiny weaker (low diff) replacement. Maybe. At the top I have the Rubicon, VEVO, Phaze 2, Summit Peak, IQ Tour Solid, and the Mix. The Lightning Blackout sure looks good, and I'm leaning that way because of the shape. So I'm conflicted in my choice between it and the IQ Tour Ruby. The Ruby definitely looks weaker, but limited as to chasing the oil left and coming around the corner. With a similar style as yours, which would you recommend for my arsenal? Much thanks.

[@wsbproshop]

Thanks! And, great question. The IQ line has been my favorite line for over a decade, so, it's hard for me not to recommend the Ruby over the Lightning. But, I can also say that they bowl seem different from each other that I use them. The lightning spins up slower (higher RG), so, if you want/need earlier roll for your pearl like I tend to gravitate toward, go Ruby. But if you need a ball toffy down to the end of the pattern, go Lightning. Overall, the Ruby is a bit stronger than the Lightning

[@chrismagory9423]

How is the blackout compared to the synergy

[@wsbproshop]

Way cleaner in the fronts, and definitely not as much traction and motion down lane. Lightning Blackout's a step down from the Idol Synergy, for sure