Storm Lightning Vs Motiv Hyper Venom | How Do they Stack Up? | The Hype

The ball reaction is very clear. The High RG is translating to more movement downlane where as the LOW RG is making the Venom see the lane earlier and giving me a smoother shape. Depending on what you are looking for the each ball can fit the gap.
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[@Matts10100]

You match up so well to the Lightning Blackout, it's crazy. Hopefully this also kills the "it's just an expensive Hustle" comments, it's clearly not that 😂

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

I’ve never spoken those words myself, but those comments you spoke of aren’t wrong. Not trying to be rude, but it is a hustle, (in the same way that any/every company out there trying to turn profit is however) So I’m not shaming bowling companies for doing the same, it’s just truth/is how it is, no denying that.

[@shanenorthrop1969]

@@user-vp8lp3oh6bit’s not a Hustle… the L-BO is a beast of a ball that destroys pins. It’s a brilliant combination of core and cover and worth every penny!

[@thomasworrilow4228]

The craziest part about the REX pearl cover for me, is how consistent it reads the end of the pattern. Haven't had the pleasure of drilling the road yet since my proshop closed like 2 days b4 release for vacation. He comes back today tho, so we will see. I can't wait to get a solid version of REX!

[@frisbeefrolf]

This is exactly how I was feeling about the new Ion announcement. Crazy that it’s not a solid REX!

[@thomasworrilow4228]

@frisbeefrolf when they announced it back in April, I was like oh ok were getting the c3 core from iq tour series with AI core, and the first iteration of REX SOLID YAYY! Then we get this ion pro bull crap lol

[@larrybalzer2418]

Would love to see it compared to the Hustle BRY. They both have similar core numbers and it would be interesting to see how much difference there are in the coverstocks.

[@roybringus31]

Ima Brunswick brands guy but man this ball looks awesome

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

(I’m Brunswick alllll day too) They always do in reviews, lmao. Freshly laid oil, pattern of their choice, brand new ball, no annoying ambient bowling alley sounds. 😂

[@roybringus31]

@@user-vp8lp3oh6b very true lol

[@Moose_3BGbowling]

Them black BOWLING balls just hit different 💯😂

[@drxy08]

Why’d you add ‘bowling’?

[@b.r.fowler785]

The first shot with the Lightning Blackout looked like Superman kicked it towards the pocket when it reached the backend. _Dayum._ The Hyper Venom appears to have more of a "hook-stop" motion (I’ve watched enough of JR Raymond’s videos to see what he’s talking about). For a light oil house shot pattern, I’d start with the Hyper Venom as my control piece, and once the lanes start to dry up, I would then use the Lightning Blackout.

[@user-gt1wr1vh3i]

Nice one Charles. I think this Lightning Blackout has its place in the bag. The Venom balls are good for the situations they are meant for. I picked up a Black Venom a few weeks ago and as much as I want to throw it in leagues and tournaments, the situation has not yet presented itself.

[@shadowzia229]

i have found it best to be like 2nd or 3rd out the bag

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

I’ve found that with a lot of Motiv gear, that being said, I haven’t given them a fair chance to make such an opinionated comment.

[@mikemack792]

Just buy the low flare last month in it didn't roll good at buffalo Cary. Need to check a different house I try my last night there tomorrow

[@thomasclifton3051]

That was a good matchup.

[@bowlersvault]

Good comparison. I think on many conditions, blackout is going to be the more responsive piece. Not saying that is better, just depends on what the lanes are giving you. The help of the AI tech is crazy too.

[@shanenorthrop1969]

I have the L-BO and I love it but I don’t get why they call it a ball for the burn because it rockets off the dry. I’m a 1 handed no thumb bowler and that ball just moves!!!

[@liquidrock2u]

I think the Lightning Blackout might be ball of the year. Or at least top 3.

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

That’s a suuuuper tough call man, there’s already been so many 🔥🔥 gear this year. This year made me regret buying basically any gear last year (aside from The Ethos) lol 😂

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

Curious, why don’t you play “straight up” lines instead of big swing lines and stuff with balls like these? I feel that’s where their maximum potential is.

[@browntrousersmoment]

It's because it's cool thing and all the kids do it. Yes I completely agreee, these balls are meant to be played on 10 board of right of it...

[@scottweiderman9286]

i dont know what my driller did to my hyper, but its anything but smooth. 803 first month with her, and not looking back, best ball ive thrown in a decade. for a dry house. i took to more muddy conditions and i couldn't get it to read as well. it needs to see friction.

[@TheHype-Bowling]

If you go watch my initial video of the hyper venom it looks pretty quick. But you have to keep in mind I’m comparing to a ball that is quicker and in relation to ball that is quicker it gives you a visual representation that makes the hyper look smoother than it is. If I was on dryer conditions it may have looked a little different as well.

[@Kiyted]

Nice looking ball but weaker vebo, hustle type core, storm premium price tag.. not too sure..But we'll know what the ball will do. Lets call it the Elbow

[@towatchvids]

It's crazy how many people are hating on this ball because of the price.. It seems like everyone is jealous of a dry lane ball that's made in the USA being priced like it is. If you want a foreign made ball go with a Brunswick product.

[@cheeksmcgee5250]

It is definitely better than a Hustle.....if you are broke just say that 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Kiyted]

@@cheeksmcgee5250 Never said it WAS a hustle. That was my observation. ReX coverstock is great but the core itself is on the lower end. Feel free to justify the price tag for Storm when the only reason it’s priced like that is because they’re marketing it as a signature/throwback name.

[@cheeksmcgee5250]

@Kiyted I don't have to justify a damn thing. The problem I will always have is someone not liking the price.....then shit don't buy it. Nothing is ever going to be at "your price" because people like you want bowling balls to be cheap and are just cheap themselves. You want me to justify Motiv balls too??? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Not going to do that shit either. The price is the price, you don't like it keep it moving!!!

[@Kiyted]

@@cheeksmcgee5250 My guy, you're the one who commented, all I did was post a comment with my thoughts. You didn't have to say anything. I don't expect it to be "at my price". For the price people would be paying, I'd expect more ball compared to other Storm products when looking at the core and coverstock is all I'm saying. Consumers are allowed to not agree with a price point. You keep doing you and calling everyone cheap/broke because they don't agree.

[@aleffel9668]

Lightning blackout vs Iq ruby?

[@bowling_doggy_tv]

I can hear k-pop music from where you are. Are you in Korea now? :)

[@user-nw8lw7sk8t]

I have an odd question. I'm new to wanting to buy bowling balls. Since I've been watching KZbin or TV seems like Motiv is higher tier which is weird I assume. I've bought a few Hammer cause that's what I know. ? Is would going Motiv be fine for brand new bowler. Again I know odd ? Thanks.

[@TopMassEntertainment]

Been bowling with motiv since 2015, coverstocks last 10 times longer then storm and also for me at least they perform really consistently for me

[@lazylion1421]

I throw Motiv, but mainly because I throw 13 pounds and Motiv is the only brand that I know of that doesn't put a generic core in their 12 and 13 pound balls. On top of that, their balls are really good. Very hard to get here in the Netherlands though. I have to buy them in Germany.

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

I STRONGLY suggest branching away from Motiv, imo Storm, Brunswick and Hammer and the top 3 this year. Motiv is a little bit old hat. I’d be happy to helping you with some options for building an arsenal, 2024 has been Amazing so far for gear.

[@brandonhamilton6837]

@@user-vp8lp3oh6bI have: Eternity Pi | Virtual Energy Blackout Proton Physix | Arctic Vibe Summit | Bad Intentions Hybrid Is there any holes I need to fill?

[@jamesmcgall70]

Man, that Venom gets out of the hook phase sooooo fast!

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

Personally, I don’t think those (at least that Venom) are really meant for deep inside lines like that, so I would’ve liked to see him play a more straight-up line.

[@jamesmcgall70]

@@user-vp8lp3oh6b for sure. I’ve been told the Hyper Venom needs a lot of friction for the cover stock to work right. Not a good mud ball either. They need to be straight up dry lanes.

[@erikknudson3077]

I would like to see a 5 inch pin on that blackout.

[@erikknudson3077]

or 5.25 inch pin!!

[@phillipjaques4640]

Do a comparison with the black lightning vs the optimum idol please and thanks.

[@TheHype-Bowling]

Not in the same ball park. Early smooth, clean directional Good compliments

[@phillipjaques4640]

@TheHype-Bowling which would you prefer over the two or could you use them as a 1 to 2 punch

[@feddyvonwigglestein3481]

REX is Todd Howard's coverstock - "It just works." Except unlike Howard's products, REX does actually work.

[@primetimepapi8976]

Is this ball similar to a Gold Label ?

[@ahshonharkness1648]

Would love to see this compared to the theorem. My brother just got one and I’ve been thinking of getting this ball. Seems like they both have a lot of backend motion

[@mikemack792]

Hype which company balls you like the best ? Matt Taylor always say to they not paying me I rock hammer

[@TheHype-Bowling]

I like them all, they all have good ones and bad ones. Some balls match up in certain center better.

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

Brunswick does no wrong, that’s for sure. Storm is right up there too. (Plus their umbrella companies)! (i.e. Brunswick owns at least: Track, Columbia, Ebonite, Hammer… possibly a few more too)

[@porsche9441987]

Do you purposely leak the motiv stuff to the right to make the storm/ roto grip look good? I hate when you tubers purposely throw shit shots on certain balls to make other manufacturers balls look good. You leaked the hyper venom to the right so bad and then come back with the lighting with an aced shot. Get the hell out of here.

[@TheHype-Bowling]

If you watch all of content I do every ball the same. I was use to throwing the lightening and when I went to the venom. I couldn’t throw it the same zone because the shape is different. Not intentionally trying to miss no, but it was exaggerated because of how far left the lightening was forcing me.

[@user-vp8lp3oh6b]

There was a huge difference in those releases for sure, I made a similar comment actually, lmao. Plus that Hyper likely isn’t meant to be played that deep which doesn’t help.