NEW HOOK MONSTER?? Roto Grip Gem | Storm Nova & Proton Physix | Bowling Ball Review

The new Roto Grip Gem is the latest addition to the HP4 Line. With the Defiant LRG Core and MicroTrax Solid Coverstock, this ball HOOKS! How does it compare to the Storm Nova and Proton Physix?
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14:40 - Downlane Reaction Comparison
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[@BIG_GAME_WAYNE]

Your BOWLING VLOG'S are LIT. LIT PERSONALITY and very INFORMATIVE. 👏

[@danfaber7723]

I might be in the minority here. I've always been a fan of multi color bowling balls. They are appealing to me and I feel like I get a better read on what the ball is doing when it transitions down the lanes. I have gone out of my way to try to get ones that fit my game, but if I had to choose between solid color or multi color ball, I'll always choose the many color one. I've also been a fan of plain white bowling balls too. I've had the AMF White XS (one of the earliest reactive resin balls), and the Track 400A SE and I am pretty sure that I'll end up with the Black Widow Ghost at some point (it's a favorite for some of the pros and I've really liked the way that it rolls) .

[@Cbchris2113]

I got a chance to test the black widow ghost. It was a pin down so for me having a higher rev rate it was a bit different. I definitely love the ball itself but I would for sure get it pin up for me personally

[@manjams2249]

I know I want the ghost to

[@feverdream2661]

Same!! I think a solid color ball is a big disadvantage. With multi colored balls it definitely gives you visual feedback. And honestly the weirder the colors the better!

[@manjams2249]

@@feverdream2661 straight facts

[@ianhoneycutt3858]

Minority my ass. Solid color balls are good for benchmark and stuff, vut from my experience the cooler the ball looks while going down the lane the better it is

[@jasonl3686]

It’s really fun watching different people bowl. It was very informative watching you describe your adjustments.

[@winsleypelayo4022]

i dont think i have any dislikes on colors. im more into multicolored balls rather than solid colors because i like seeing the roll and reaction of the ball going down the lane

[@iiipercenterpatriot4266]

I agree. I'm a two hander and rely on the different colors that come up to show me the different angles my bottom hand is at.

[@garthrapp8143]

Never really thought about whag I domt like, but I absolutely love pink and purple together... The proton is one of my favorite balls ever, if not my absolute favorite... And I love how the hyped hybrid and the halo look

[@jamesbills5998]

Love the colors of the GEM :)

[@nevinkinzel]

I don't mind bright colors as long as they contrast, but not solid bright like the Helios (going to get diiirrrtyyy). Just threw the Gem at a Matchmaker event and was surprised how well it worked for me. Really hit hard for me, too. I was just a tad more consistent with the Nova (after 2k surface applied- was lane shined and the pro shop didn't have 3k). I am very speed dominant and left-handed so tend to throw it up the gutter anyway, but both of them worked very well. Ended up buying the Nova and Phaze4.

[@photobombchamp]

This looked like a great endorsement for Nova

[@is_tolek5492]

I like bowling balls with multiple colours.

[@bugsylee2867]

I had the same reaction to the gem my first throw too 😂 I touched mine up with a 3000 and it works great for what I want it for

[@joeribbz4879]

I like the dark balls . Solid black or a black and grey . I guess I am old school when it comes to the colors of the bowling ball.

[@thatloudCG5]

Jung, here's a cheat code from 2012: I had the original Defiant back when the Paragon weight block (original name) first debuted. The MicroBite cover did the exact same thing out of the box and was ridiculously early so to solve that problem, my Defiant (and Hyper Cell) ran into a bottle of Step 2. The Gem will become more usable and probably kick your Proton PhysiX out of your bag. I shined it up enough to get it through the front and still use it on stupid heavy oil. You can have your asym ladder go Gem, Nova, then RST-X2 with that. Side note: I threw my Hyper Cell on 47ft Scorpion with it shiny. BIG MISTAKE but I had hold right (LH/2H) and it was a matter of don't miss outside.

[@tnjrcfl1]

Thru the OG physix Tuesday for transition. Man still rolls so sweet. 230s on this house transition is difficult but that ol girl made it possible. Gem is too much imho. Colors and stupid early.

[@rileypetri-rose1015]

Never liked silver, white, or blue on bowling balls. My UC3 is pretty much the only one I like but it's also pretty dark and it goes well with the orange. I like to see bowling balls that have contrasting colors because it makes it easier for me to see where and when my ball is starting to churn up

[@michaelw_yee]

My Aspect is my favorite ball on a fresh THS but I wish there wasn’t such a huge contrast between the colors. The orange on it really stands out

[@machinethesun9243]

The Gem ball reaction is reminding me of how my Helios looks on our 44 foot house pattern. Thanks for the video, wasn't considering the Nova, but was considering the Gem, now I don't think so.

[@bigsaxxy]

I don't mind with the bright colors. I rather stand out what everyone else rolling. :-)

[@kerryregis1096]

Kinda reminds of old coverstock patterns Roto would use: Haywire, No rules exist, etc

[@kolbedanielson7942]

For me solid color cover stocks are harder to track, therefore as far colors go lime green from my dv8 poison pearl. It's logos die out as your throwing it and you have a really hard time making adjustments as it flares.

[@iamasooner86]

I love patterns and bright colors! I can’t read the motion of a solid ball at all.

[@sandmanx4733]

FANTASTIC COMPARISON VIDEO. NICE JOB 🏆🔥🏆🔥🏆🔥

[@randyferraro3020]

I thought that Gem was a house ball for a second because the colors so closely matched the motif of those lanes. Made me think about something lacking in most ball reviews... Let's see the balls under black lights! Up vote please if you agree.

[@flippperboy]

I don’t mind colors, can you do a follow up on this gem and break it in more and then compare it to the proton and nova. Just curious if it needs to get broken in. Thanks

[@danielfettes2954]

Also, I my eye doesn’t like solid colors. The swirls help me see the ball transitions down the lane

[@fredhampton1786]

Most mat buy it based on the "Shiny" factor rather than performance. Everyone has that guy in the league who has to have all the new gear and not because he/she needs it.

[@xiaolee979]

Not really sure if I can explain it correctly, but I like contrasting? colors on multicolored balls. If they colors are too similar they blend too much with my rev rate and it's harder to tell what the ball is doing. Hypercell Fused / Crux Prime were great though. Gem looks like it could fit me pretty well with how similar they seem. I don't like solid asyms that are super sharp on the back end.

[@jrproshop]

P4? Sounds like might be colours you like

[@enigmazero8624]

For me it’s less about which colors and more about how many colors. My eye much prefers solid colored balls. The swirls play tricks on me sometimes and fake me into thinking my roll looks bad.

[@kennymarsh3943]

I have the Gem and the Nova, they are close but definitely have there place.

[@zachl5517]

Im looking for something above my dark code. I was think about the gem but not sure if it would be good for me. I throw 2 handed high rev medium speed. Would the nova make more sense?

[@tobeyfabila5082]

Jordan just wanted to ask which thumb slugs you use for your bowling balls? Specifically the green one of the proton physix. Thank you.

[@thomasmerrick8948]

Enjoy your breakdown of the bowling balls' specifics. Really like your bowling style, very smooth. See you changing your thumb slug, could you say what type of interchangeable thumb insert you use. Thanks.

[@jrproshop]

Turbo switch grip

[@psteacker2443]

Definitely prefer bright multicolored bowling balls. Way easier to read going down the lane. The brighter the better.

[@cwright4552]

I would like to see a ball speed posted and maybe a rev rate, and possibly even axis tilt. I find it difficult to relate what my ball reaction would be if my delivery is not like the reviewer. Slower, faster, less revs more revs, no thumb, axis tilt. Maybe with our new technology, set up an overhead view so we can see the progression down the lane, possibly a slow-mo version and the actual breakpoint coupled with the colored oil pattern being used. Just suggesting to dial in comparisons, not really sure why this hasn't been done yet. All the reviews I've seen are just the reviewer throwing a ball and talking about the reaction, we can see the mark they are throwing but after that only the reviewer knows how soft or hard they are throwing it, what the rev rate is and that reviewers axis tilt. Who will be the first?

[@Cbchris2113]

I own the gem. I really love the ball. Very strong aggressive ball

[@bobbyburtonphotography]

Love my gem at the beginning. Loses it's pop as the lane transitions. I like to start with my gem and transition into my BW 2.0.

[@silent.h_industries]

Big Asym Solids do that. They lose their energy after a bit. Very rare do I throw one for a whole night at league if I do at all.

[@jrproshop]

Exactly

[@scottythompson940]

Cool video talk to tech bowling ball roto grip gem with nano technology more hitting power more strike and spares hitting power at time Jr pro shop

[@maxih.7231]

I dont like color combination that UFO had because they always look like the ball rotates but goes straight, Gem looks nice, but I think you have to polish it a bit

[@PygmyBBQ]

3:34 - Filmin' with my BROs, Trying to hit the BOCKET, then we're going to go eat some STEAK. You're welcome for your next shirt idea.

[@richardgandia5700]

Jung I really learn so much watching your teams videos so I have a very big question and opinion. I have the Proton, Nova and Reality. I am a full roller with slow ball speed yet still average 200+ . I have seen everyone’s reviews and they say this is a must have ball. Do you feel this would be a good fit for me ?

[@jrproshop]

It would probably be redundant, very close reaction to your other asym solids. I would try something weaker like a Helios or phaze 2

[@edwardstoneiii8162]

I like the gem. It’s continuous and easy to read. The nova has a tad harder turn in the back. The proton tends to jump if you don’t have the speed to keep it up.

[@ianhoneycutt3858]

I throw the ball 20 mph That fast enough?

[@edwardstoneiii8162]

@@ianhoneycutt3858 yea. I would say so

[@tylerhernandez5207]

I'm not really a fan of solid colors going down the lane unless the logos pop out because I watch the pattern on the ball to see if I released the ball right.

[@Ty_The_Onehanded]

So satisfying when u hear them strikes 😋

[@feddyvonwigglestein3481]

I've heard that white hooks a lot too. Specifically balls that have white IN them, not white balls - completely white balls are crap according to the person I was talking to. Interesting, I know they did a study on the colors at some point so definitely some hook more than others. And I'm not a fan of pink on balls really either, nor purple if they're prominent. Although, I don't mind the original Idol. Weird but that's how it is for me.

[@jeffladrillono2313]

IDK. The Black Widow ghost has been looking good for a lot of people. I quite like the white balls.

[@dltippett]

If you could only have the Gem or Proton PhysiX, which would you pick?

[@jrproshop]

Proton

[@robciamb9222]

During my practice session. If I have a multi color ball, I place a piece of bowlers white tape above the fingers so I can see the roll

[@brettrobbins2707]

I hate when new cores debut as solids, I think every new core should be hybrid and then you can tell if you want to wait for the solid or pearl version

[@alexpalmer2774]

Me and my dad bowl a lot and we share some balls I hate throwing his old black widow in two handed and a vintage see how many revs I’m throwing so if I throw high I end up moving instead of flattening out

[@dougdavid9321]

Jung I just got a trend 2 which is a little to snappy on the back end. I like to play straight down and in. From watching your video it looks like the gem might work for me. What do you think?

[@tnjrcfl1]

Throw the surface to your T2 and it helps a ton. Buddy that's an up 10 dumper( with love joke) absolutely destroyed Tuesday after hitting with 3k trucut pad... gem would be great most likely just so your speeds up enough

[@jrproshop]

Gem would definitely be earlier and smoother. Much better for those straighter angles

[@Noobularr]

Out of the three mentioned, what would be the best ideal house shot ball? I've got a trend 2, timeless, and a spare ball, but neither the timeless or trend 2 are really any good and on fresh lanes for me, I'm a two hander with mid to high rpm, with a fast speed so I'm always fighting my speed to try and get what I have to hook.

[@tnjrcfl1]

My buddy had same issues and kills it with both Nova and uc3... we don't allow the uc3 when we're on team though hahaha just kidding but you do need to know how to use the hold from urethane and the fronts going away FAST...

[@jrproshop]

I would say Nova, it’s the most versatile of the 3 in my opinion

[@briancurren7033]

Not a big fan of bright flashy colors, probably why I don't love my Zen like everyone else even though I score with it lol 😅

[@Kjinx84]

I don’t like single color bowling balls, I prefer multi colors so I can see how it’s rolling

[@XxLKretsch13xX]

I just got into bowing I guess as a hobby. I got sick of using house balls so I got a Brunswick twist. I got it drilled and have yet to go bowling but I have been holding it and practicing my release but my thumb makes that suction pop sound when I release it. Is that a problem and should I take it back to be Drilled to be made into a slightly bigger hole or is it fine for right now and overtime it will stop doing that? Thank you in advance to anyone who answers.

[@jrproshop]

As long as it comes out and you can release it, tighter is better!! We have a fit video coming out very soon!

[@twstedillusionz]

Definitely on the fence now. Was considering picking up a gem because of the early dig and pick up on the fresh lanes.But that lack of back end pop....kinda need that. Lol. Any alternatives?

[@jrproshop]

Nova!!

[@Noobularr]

I have zero idea what to get now for my heavy ball for standard house shot, my trend 2 isn't really enough hook for it at the start of a fresh lane

[@tnjrcfl1]

I go from Nova to T2 to zen at one house. Works great for me. But you know how that goes everyone's so different your mileage will vary 😆

[@tnjrcfl1]

Oh and my t2 is at 4k surface knocked the shine down a bit and man turned it into house killer during transition. If not that one I'll use UFO alert, 3k if they aren't broken down enough yet

[@matthewpriestley7202]

I see the Gem as the earliest and smoothest then the Reality in the Middle with the Proton Physix having a little more length and pop down lane. Like Goldilocks, I’m thinking of going for the Reality in the middle but my Pro Shop has a sale on the gem, so here’s the question; would a pin down Gem be basically the Reality or should I just go with the Reality and be done

[@caanwales2068]

Which ball would recommend to fill out my arsenal consisting of a phase 2, IQ emerald, Incite, omega crux, and parallax? I'm considering the nova but maybe a proton, what do yall think?

[@jrproshop]

Proton is probably best. The Nova would be too similar to your Omega Crux

[@Rascalibur]

My gem comes in Wednesday, hope it's as good as everyone says!

[@No_Lucks_Given]

Mythic Jackal? That ball has really looked interesting to me.

[@hersheljones9467]

How does it compare to the rubicon original

[@pstrbobmarcelo]

Wow I like that very strong ball,

[@215RICARDOSCOTT]

I got the gem and I luv it but it's weird to see you play it straight and I got to hook mines cause it takes off wicked

[@drewdistefano4267]

Jungo sounded extra Canadian in this video

[@Blue-cq2hl]

I love bright colors. I don't like ugly colors like mustard yellow and stuff though. Typically don't like solid color balls or white though. Big fan of contrast so I don't want to see like white and baby blue together on balls. Love stuff like my phaze 4 or nova or proton.

[@MMcCord81]

Hey man I like any color that strikes 🤣

[@jimrobertson1617]

How many shots did you throw with each of these three ball, just wondering how many out takes there were.

[@jrproshop]

What you see is what you get, we only cut about 2 shots, (bad rack and 1 really bad miss right)

[@jeffsmith2468]

I have in my bag reality,zen,idol helios idol pearl, What ball should I buy the gym or the Nova

[@jrproshop]

The Nova will be the better choice between the 2. The Gem will be too similar to your Reality

[@jeffsmith2468]

@@jrproshop Thank you so much that's helpful

[@divergentcm]

Suggest you tell what speeds your at when you say slow it down?

[@justinc5998]

I don't like seeing any "loud" colors on bowling balls, no yellow, neon orange, bright greens, magenta especially in a swirl pattern. Just give me those solid dark colors bro...black, blue, maroon etc. lol

[@robvoyles]

polish....is all the gem needs.

[@jeffladrillono2313]

If the Gem looks lazy on 43 ft/25ml/3:1 deadmans curve, I can't imagine how bad its going to look on a 40ft/20ml/10:1 house shot. Its a 5-7-10 waiting to happen.

[@cameronbuckler7981]

Exactly, just like my halo solid for me😅

[@bastardiniho]

Balls dont cause a lilly, no no no no, hhahahah its a complete and total failure to put your fingers in the ball that causes a lilly.

[@jamesbills5998]

The GEM may not look so lazy for a stroker playing further right.

[@Cbchris2113]

It’s definitely been great for me. I’ve played all over the lane with it with success. I’m a two handed righty so I’ll even use the gem to get the 7 pin. I also own the hustle wine which I love as well. That was my first ball and it’s a very good entry level ball. Hooks well but also can go pretty straight down the lane

[@jrproshop]

Yep, but sometimes you need lazy, especially when backends are really sharp. Just depends how you bowl and what you bowl on

[@CheeNO_007]

Will there be a gem w/polish cover?

[@crazytexan711]

This ball is so damn pretty, might get my hands on it

[@22chuman]

Agreed. I'm gettin one this week.

[@ryanreid8608]

Looks like baby vomit 🤢

[@timscott178]

i can't throw balls that are white or silver because i lose the sight of them at the pins - but that's because of my vision issues

[@pstrbobmarcelo]

I like Nova and Proton in one throw strike I like that.. even the sound unlike gems

[@travishanson166]

I get a kick out of the term hook monster....every ball I throw hooks way too much lol

[@robertkaczynski8649]

Do you think the GEM would be a replacement for the discontinued UFO?

[@jrproshop]

100%

[@rickymastne5281]

I would prefer solid colors. eye consumption throws u off to many colors.

[@EMPERORAFROSHORTS]

i be soo damn high all them colors intrigues me😂😂 i love it but im a new bowler soo i havent seen every ball aha

[@blakeschneider3804]

Anything that is very bright, just hurts my eyes lol

[@irishglide8441]

Watched the video three times to make sure this wasn't a stupid question. You said all three had the same layout. What layout do you have on these ? BTW Good Luck to you at the Masters !!

[@jrproshop]

Thank you!! The pin up layout I use for asymmetric balls is: 35 x 5.25 x 45

[@irishglide8441]

@@jrproshop You're very welcome. You should keep us all updated on your Masters progress through your vlog. And thank you for getting back to us on the layout information.

[@andygs84]

Hi, Heard that Storm Spectre has been BAN, Do you guys have any update ?

[@jrproshop]

Yep! Check Storm website or Facebook for their update!

[@JoeL-jv6bi]

I'm sure Storm will let you Exchange it. I just sent back mu UFO Alert and I'm getting the Nova. Cost me 30.00 shipping, cheap. Fill out the form on their website. Find it under the News tab

[@iesousmichael3126]

What’s the name of the song in the background????

[@NealMickeyD]

solid color balls are hard to watch . i need color . something satisfying about watching a multi colored ball spin down the lanes

[@michaelboxx8693]

Pink and yellow

[@andrewjohnson1893]

What's your layouts?

[@redcat5697]

When I drill my Gem 💎 on Tuesday the 15th of March I'm going to compare it to the UFO ,not many games on it lol. You're video makes me question everyone else's take on the Gem however. Thinking I should just plug the side hole in my Haywire and give it ago again. I was always told gold hooks the most. Very informative video.

[@jrproshop]

Haywire 🤤🤤

[@redcat5697]

@@jrproshop lol 😆 😂

[@russeljones3172]

IS your Nova you threw polished?

[@jrproshop]

Nope just 6-8 games of lane shine

[@billylusk7207]

Wish i knew how to read what the ball is doing

[@Fuddylarper]

I actually love the look of the GEM, hate dark green, forest green on any ball.

[@williekelty5601]

Ha Ha...Love your Vids! 😏

[@anassufiy5758]

Hello i from tu malaysia

[@cardinalcopium5088]

I thought Shannon made it look bad....

[@JesusRocks26]

Proton ftw

[@CShafer1011]

Now that the Spectre has been banned from USBC competition. Heard a rumor at league that there are two more Storm balls under review to get removed from competition. What do you all think is under inverstigation? I'm gonna throw out Idol Helios and Nova. #integrityoneday

[@BornIn1500]

Well... there's only 2 options here. Either Storm knew about the issue and tried to get away with it. OR they are grossly negligent and have no quality control, which puts all of their bowling balls at risk of failing tests. The failing rate was statistically over 98% for the Spectre. I'm betting that some other models, especially ones using the R3S coverstock, will be too soft as well.

[@jrproshop]

Yea we have no idea, could be anything of why it was too soft. Cover has been used before so what changed ?

[@justsmoothbowling]

Let us know why you started using finger grips!

[@jrproshop]

A little more rev rate and also save the fingers a little bit

[@dominiksonnabend8028]

Finger Inserts @Jungo? What's happened?

[@dominiksonnabend8028]

Sorry @Jungo. The finger inserts exist since the altered Reality Video. Why? I checked this to late 😅

[@jrproshop]

Need more rev rate !!

[@ysgthumper7901]

can we talk about the storm though

[@sswolfhunter9967]

I want the proton physic but can't afford it

[@jrproshop]

Try and find a used one!

[@sswolfhunter9967]

Ok I will and where can I find a used one and it might be pree drilled

[@JNickel9]

This ball reminds me of the 900 Global Continuum. Hooking to early and no pop down lane.

[@theshawn6611]

this guy sold me on the proton physix and i already own one LOL