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Symmetric Booster Core with strong flare for a continuous, readable backend A1S Pearl Reactive cover at a Power Edge polish for clean length A sharp, angular pearl for medium to dry lanes","specs":[{"key":"Brand","value":"Storm"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Shape","value":"Symmetrical Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Core Name","value":"Storm Booster Core"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Coverstock Type","value":"Pearl Reactive"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Cover Name","value":"Storm A1S Pearl Reactive"},{"key":"Radius of Gyration: RG (15LB)","value":"2.53"},{"key":"Differential: Diff (15LB)","value":".048"},{"key":"Flare Potential","value":"4 - 5 Inches"},{"key":"Surface Finish","value":"Storm Power Edge"},{"key":"Bowling Ball Color","value":"Red, Silver"},{"key":"Preferred Lane Conditions","value":"Medium Oil"},{"key":"Ball Performance Level","value":"Mid Performance Bowling Balls, Storm Thunder Line"},{"key":"Scent","value":"Frosted Berry"},{"key":"Release Date","value":"May 2026"}],"variants":[{"sku":"STBBMVRC16","gtin":"887970757161","label":"16LB","price":154.95,"stock":25,"options":{"Ball Weight":"16LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":269.95},{"sku":"STBBMVRC15","gtin":"887970757147","label":"15LB","price":154.95,"stock":299,"options":{"Ball Weight":"15LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":269.95},{"sku":"STBBMVRC14","gtin":"887970757116","label":"14LB","price":154.95,"stock":127,"options":{"Ball Weight":"14LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":269.95},{"sku":"STBBMVRC13","gtin":"887970757086","label":"13LB","price":154.95,"stock":19,"options":{"Ball Weight":"13LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":269.95},{"sku":"STBBMVRC12","gtin":"887970757055","label":"12LB","price":154.95,"stock":19,"options":{"Ball Weight":"12LB"},"availability":"instock","regular_price":269.95}],"options":[{"name":"Drilling Protection","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Covers Cracking During Ball Drilling","price":4.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline Protection","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Extra 365 Warranty Coverage","type":"multiple_choice","price":null,"choices":[{"label":"Yes - Add 365 Warranty Coverage","price":5.95,"price_type":"quantity_based"},{"label":"Decline 365 Warranty Coverage","price":null,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"required":false,"price_type":"flat_fee"},{"name":"Specific Requests","type":"custom_text","price":null,"choices":[],"required":false,"price_type":"quantity_based"}],"images":[{"alt":"Rocket AI_NoShadow","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Rocket-AI_NoShadow.png"},{"alt":"Booster_AI_00000","url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Booster_AI_00000-1.png"}],"release_date":"May 2026","description":"A Sharp-Backend Pearl for Medium to Dry Lanes\n\nAbout the Rocket A.I.\n\nStorm's Thunder line has been expanding steadily, and the Storm Rocket A.I. continues that growth with a pearl that has teeth. It pairs the symmetric Booster Core with the clean A1S Pearl Reactive coverstock for effortless length and a sharp, strong backend on medium to dry lanes.\n\nThe Rocket A.I. clears the front of the lane and saves its energy for the breakpoint. The Booster core supplies strong flare and a continuous read, while the A1S Pearl cover at a Power Edge polish conserves energy through the heads and unleashes a sharp move when it reaches the friction, a clean, angular pearl built to attack drier conditions.\n\nUnderstanding the Storm Booster Core and Storm A1S Pearl Reactive\n\nStorm built the Rocket A.I. for clean length with a sharp backend. Specifically, the symmetric Booster Core has a strong differential that supplies plenty of flare, while the A1S Pearl cover at a Power Edge polish conserves energy through the fronts and stores it for a sharp move at the breakpoint. As a result, it gets down the lane easily and finishes hard, ideal for medium to dry conditions where you want length and angle. The full per-weight specifications are listed below.\n\nA Symmetric Core With Strong Flare for a Continuous Read\n\nAt the heart of the Rocket A.I. is the symmetric Booster Core. At 15 lb it measures RG 2.53 and a strong .048 differential, numbers that produce strong flare and a continuous, readable motion. As a symmetric core, it reads the lane predictably and repeats the same shape shot after shot, giving the Rocket A.I. its dependable, controllable backend.\n\nThat strong-but-readable shape is what gives the Rocket A.I. its teeth. The high differential supplies the flare to drive through the pins, while the symmetric design keeps the reaction smooth and repeatable rather than erratic. Paired with the pearl cover, it stores energy for a sharp, angular finish on drier lanes.\n\nA Polished Pearl for Clean Length and a Sharp Finish\n\nThe Rocket A.I. wraps that core in Storm's A1S Pearl Reactive coverstock at a Power Edge polish. The pearl additive and polished surface conserve energy through the front of the lane, so the ball pushes cleanly through the heads, then makes a sharp, strong move when it reaches the friction, effortless length with an angular finish.\n\nThat clean-then-sharp shape is exactly what medium to dry lanes reward. The Rocket A.I. gets down the lane without burning up early, then the strong Booster core drives hard off the dry. Leave it polished for the most length and angle, or take the surface down at your pro shop for an earlier read when there is a bit more oil.\n\nRocket A.I. Specs\n\nRG and differential vary by weight. Specifications provided by the manufacturer.\n\nWho This Ball Is Right For\n\n✓Dry-Lane Bowlers: Clean length and a sharp, strong backend for medium to dry lanes, when you need angle off friction\n\n✓Higher-Rev Bowlers: The strong Booster core rewards revs with heavy flare and a sharp, hard-driving move off the dry\n\n✓Angle Players: Effortless length and a decisive breakpoint for bowlers who want to open up drier lanes\n\n✓Arsenal Builders: A sharp, angular pearl for the drier end of the bag, the Thunder line piece you move to in transition\n\nGood to Know Before You Buy\n\n·Strong, aggressive motion: This is a high-flare piece built for traction. If you want a controlled, lower-hook reaction, a lower-differential ball will suit you better.\n\n·Ships polished: The Power Edge (Polished) finish runs clean and long out of the box. For an earlier read on heavier oil, take the surface down at your pro shop.\n\n·Colors vary: Actual colors vary somewhat from the photos shown; no two balls come out of the mold exactly alike.\n\n·Tiny pit holes are normal: A few tiny pit holes in the coverstock are a normal part of the manufacturing process.\n\n·Sold undrilled: Ships without finger holes, so it can be fitted to your hand and span.\n\nBowlersMart Tips: Where the Rocket A.I. Fits in Your Storm Arsenal\n\nWhere It Fits in Your Arsenal\n\nIn the Storm lineup, the Rocket A.I. is a clean, sharp pearl for medium to dry lanes. It clears the fronts easily and stores its energy for a strong, angular backend, so it shines when the lanes have dried and stronger balls hook too early. It sits toward the cleaner end of the bag, above your spare and length pieces and below your medium-oil benchmarks.\n\nSurface Adjustments\n\nThe Power Edge polish is a length-and-angle setup out of the box. Take the surface down with a lower-grit pad for an earlier, smoother read on more oil, or re-polish to restore the sharp length. Have surface changes done at your pro shop for an even, consistent finish.\n\nCoverstock Care\n\nWipe the A1S Pearl cover with an approved reactive ball cleaner after every session, and deep clean it periodically. Keeping a polished pearl clean preserves the clean length and sharp backend that define the Rocket A.I.\n\nEarn points on every Storm purchase through the Striking Rewards loyalty program. Every ball you add to your arsenal builds toward your next reward.\n\nShop With Confidence at BowlersMart\n\nThe Storm Rocket AI Bowling Ball ships free with no minimum purchase and is backed by our 60-day return policy. As an authorized Storm dealer, every ball is genuine and covered by the full one-year Storm warranty. Place your order before 2 PM EST and it ships the same day.\n\nWeight\nRadius of Gyration (RG)\nDifferential\n\n16 lbs\n2.52\n.046\n\n15 lbs\n2.53\n.048\n\n14 lbs\n2.54\n.050\n\n13 lbs\n2.58\n.047\n\n12 lbs\n2.64\n.037","policies":[{"text":"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.","title":"Shipping","source_url":"https://www.bowlersmart.com/shipping-information/"},{"text":"In-stock items ordered by 2PM EST Monday to Friday ship the same day, later orders the next business day. Carriers USPS, UPS, FedEx. 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