Storm IQ Tour Sapphire Bowling Ball
Sold by BowlersMart (www.bowlersmart.com). $184.95 USD. In stock: 16LB, 15LB, 14LB, 13LB, 12LB. Checked 2026-10-15 20:14 UTC.
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Facts
- Brand: Storm
- Category: Ball Add-Ons > Bowling Balls > Dry Lane Bowling Balls > High Performance Bowling Balls
- Brand: Storm
- Bowling Ball Coverstock Type: Pearl Reactive
- Ball Performance Level: High Performance Bowling Balls, Storm Master Line
- Bowling Ball Color: Blue
- Bowling Ball Cover Name: Storm R2S Pearl Reactive
- Bowling Ball Core Name: Storm C3 Centripetal Control Core
- Differential: Diff (15LB): .029
- Flare Potential: 2 - 3 Inches
- Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB): 2.49
- Surface Finish: Storm Power Edge
- Bowling Ball Core Shape: Symmetrical Core
- Preferred Lane Conditions: Dry - Medium Oil, Medium Oil
- Scent: Blueberry
- Release Date: August 2026
- SKU: BBMVQH
- Merchant record last changed: 2026-10-15 19:19 UTC
Variants
| Variant | SKU | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16LB | BBMVQH16 | $184.95 USD | In stock |
| 15LB | BBMVQH15 | $184.95 USD | In stock |
| 14LB | BBMVQH14 | $184.95 USD | In stock |
| 13LB | BBMVQH13 | $184.95 USD | In stock |
| 12LB | BBMVQH12 | $184.95 USD | In stock |
Description (merchant text, shortened)
The Legendary !Q Tour, Now in Polished Pearl
About the !Q Tour Sapphire
Few balls have defined the benchmark category like the !Q Tour. The Storm !Q Tour Sapphire continues that legacy, bringing the same legendary feel and reaction bowlers loved from the !Q Tour Ruby and wrapping it in a beautiful, polished Sapphire pearl.
The !Q Tour Sapphire pairs the iconic C3 Centripetal Control Core, Storm's gold standard for benchmark reaction for over a decade, with the proven R2S Pearl Reactive coverstock at a Power Edge finish, in a striking Sapphire color with a Blueberry fragrance. The R2S cover is unmatched at generating friction on dry lanes, while Power Edge adds just enough traction in the oil for a smooth, blended motion through the backend. It is part of Storm's Master line. The !Q Tour Sapphire joins one of the deepest new-release seasons in years, which you can see in our 2026 new bowling balls roundup.
Understanding the Storm C3 Centripetal Control Core and Storm R2S Pearl Reactive
Storm built the !Q Tour Sapphire for control and consistency. Specifically, the symmetric C3 Centripetal Control core has defined the perfect balance between power and control for over a decade, giving a smooth, repeatable benchmark reaction, while the R2S Pearl cover generates strong friction on dry lanes and the Power Edge finish adds just the right amount of traction in the oil. As a result, you get a clean, blended motion through the backend that reads league and tournament conditions the same way shot after shot. The full per-weight specs are listed below.
Storm's Gold Standard for Benchmark Reaction
At the heart of the !Q Tour Sapphire is the symmetric C3 Centripetal Control Core, the engine that has defined the !Q Tour line for over a decade. At 15 lb it measures RG 2.49 and Differential .029, numbers that produce a smooth, controllable, repeatable motion rather than a sharp, jumpy reaction. This core is Storm's gold standard for benchmark reaction, built to balance power and control so you can stay one step ahead on changing conditions.
That balance is the whole point. The C3 core revs up smoothly and gives you a clean, readable shape that repeats, which is exactly what league and tournament bowlers want from a benchmark ball. It reads the lane the same way every time, making it the trustworthy first ball out of the bag for reading the pattern.
The Proven !Q Tour Cover, Now in a Polished Sapphire Pearl
Full text at the buy link above.
Shipping, returns, payment (BowlersMart)
- Shipping: Free ground shipping on US orders, no minimum, 48 contiguous states and military APO/FPO. To Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam bowling balls ship for $24.95 per ball, most other items free; oversized roller bags cost extra there. International orders pay the rate shown at checkout, duties paid locally.
- Processing and delivery: In-stock items ordered by 2PM EST Monday to Friday ship the same day, later orders the next business day. Carriers USPS, UPS, FedEx. Standard delivery 3 to 7 business days; expedited options at checkout.
- Returns: 60 days from delivery for US customers on new, unused items in original packaging, free prepaid return labels. Drilled bowling balls cannot be returned or exchanged. Shoes must have been tried on a clean, dry surface. Manufacturing defects and shipping damage go through the defect claim process.
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