Storm Ion Max Pearl vs. Storm Alpha Crux (2026)

Compare the specs of the Storm Ion Max Pearl and Storm Alpha Crux (2026) side by side in the ball comparison table below. To view the full bowling ball review for one of these balls, click the ball name link in the table below.

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Brand	Storm	Storm
Ball Name	Ion Max Pearl	Alpha Crux (2026)
Cover Name	NRG Pearl Reactive	GI-26 Solid Reactive
Cover Type	Reactive Pearl	Reactive Solid
Box Finish	Power Edge	2000 Abralon
Color	Cobalt / Aqua / Ivory	Black / Turquoise / Violet
Core Name	Element Max AI	Catalyst AI
Core Type	Asymmetrical	Asymmetrical
RG	2.47	2.48
Total Diff.	0.055	0.053
Int. Diff.	0.014	0.018
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