{"product_id":"storm-pitch-black-78-urethane-bowling-ball","title":"Storm Pitch Black 78 Urethane Bowling Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Storm Pitch Black 78 brings a new generation of urethane performance to the lanes, featuring the Stabilyze™ Solid Urethane coverstock and proven Capacitor™ Core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to create early friction while offering greater versatility in ball motion, the Stabilyze coverstock features increased elasticity that allows bowlers to shape their shots more effectively than previous urethane iterations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Capacitor Core produces medium-low flare, helping the ball stay on line longer while maintaining a controlled, predictable reaction. Finished at 1000-grit Abralon, the Pitch Black 78 offers reliable control for bowlers seeking a smooth urethane reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassification note: Mid Performance is my recommended retail category. Storm's technical sheet does not specify a performance tier or exact lane-condition range. The lane-condition recommendation is inferred from the ball's urethane construction and design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Order — Release Date: December 4, 2026.\u003cbr\u003eThe ball will ship out on the release date.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance Level: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.discountbowlingsupply.com\/collections\/mid-performance-bowling-balls\" title=\"Mid Performance Balls\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMid Performance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bowlersparadise.com\/collections\/mid-performance-bowling-balls\" title=\"Mid Performance Balls\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Pitch Black\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore: Capacitor™ Core\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCore Type: Symmetrical\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverstock: Stabilyze™ Solid Urethane\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover Type: Solid Urethane\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: 1000-grit Abralon®\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLane Condition: Short Oil Patterns \/ Light to Medium Oil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeights: 12–16 lbs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRG (15 lbs.): 2.57\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIFF (15 lbs.): 0.022\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eINT DIFF: N\/A (Symmetrical Core)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 1 Year from the Purchase Date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Storm","offers":[{"title":"12 lbs.","offer_id":67961102237887,"sku":"ST78U_12","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13 lbs.","offer_id":67961102270655,"sku":"ST78U_13","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 lbs.","offer_id":67961102303423,"sku":"ST78U_14","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 lbs.","offer_id":67961102336191,"sku":"ST78U_15","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16 lbs.","offer_id":67961102368959,"sku":"ST78U_16","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0184\/2207\/1396\/files\/storm-pitch-black-78-ball.png?v=1794597990","url":"https:\/\/www.discountbowlingsupply.com\/products\/storm-pitch-black-78-urethane-bowling-ball","provider":"DiscountBowlingSupply.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}