Roto Grip bowling balls are made by Storm Products in Utah, and in Malaysia they're sold in the same Storm VIP pro shops as Storm. Sunway Megalanes listed seven models in October 2026, from the Hustle at RM700 to the Perfect Gem at RM1,120. What sets Roto Grip apart is a simple numbered ladder, HP1 to HP5, that tells you how strong each ball is.
Same factory, different family
Storm bought the Roto Grip name in 1997. Since then, both brands have come out of the factory in Brigham City, Utah. So is Roto Grip just Storm with a different logo? Not quite. Roto Grip has its own designs, cover names, graphics and line system. Still, the two share a pro shop network, a parent company and much of the same know-how.
That shared parent matters when you plan a bag. For example, a Storm benchmark ball and a Roto Grip control ball often fit together neatly, because the same team spaces them apart.
Reading the HP ladder
Roto Grip labels every ball with a line from EP (entry) up to HP5. The higher the number, the stronger the ball. Here's the October 2026 range from the official site:
| Line | Models | Core and flare |
|---|---|---|
| HP5 | Transformer, Transform Pearl | Asymmetric, high |
| HP4 | Perfect Gem, RST Hyperdrive Pearl | Asymmetric, high |
| HP3 | Gremlin, Wicked Gremlin, Gremlin Tour-X | Asymmetric, medium to high |
| HP2 | Hyped Up! | Symmetric, medium-high |
| HP1 | Hustle (VP, SOS, Glow, X-Ray, Earth, M-M) | Symmetric, medium-low |
| EP | Cosmos, Jester | Clear polyester, low |
Flare is the key word here. Roto Grip's site puts it simply: more flare means more potential to change direction. So an HP1 Hustle with medium-low flare rolls smoothly, while an HP5 Transformer can make a sharp turn at the back end.
Roto Grip bowling balls you can buy here
The Sunway Megalanes web store carried these on 16 October 2026:
- Hustle: RM700 to RM710. An HP1 ball and a common first reactive.
- Ultimate Wrecker: RM800.
- Hustler Red: RM900.
- Gremlin Tour-X: RM990. An HP3 ball with a hybrid cover.
- Transformer: RM1,100. The top HP5 ball.
- Perfect Gem: RM1,120. An HP4 solid.
The Ultimate Wrecker and Hustler Red weren't on the official current list, so they may be older stock. Also, ball names come in several versions, so check that your shop has the exact one you want.
Who Roto Grip suits
Roto Grip makes sense for two kinds of bowler. First, the beginner who likes the Hustle's look and feel and wants a first hook ball. Second, the league bowler who already owns a Storm and wants a ball that fills a gap. Because they share pro shops, you can drill both at the same counter. Ask your driller about drilling layouts too, since a layout can push a ball up or down a step on the ladder.
On the downside, the Malaysian range is small, and the HP ladder only helps if you know where your current ball sits. Compare it with Storm's own lines on our Storm page, or see every maker side by side on the bowling ball brands hub.
Frequently asked questions
Are Roto Grip bowling balls good?
Yes. They come out of the same Utah factory as Storm, so build quality is the same. The Hustle range is a popular first reactive ball, and the Gremlin and Gem balls compete at the top level. The main limit in Malaysia is choice: the Sunway web store listed seven Roto Grip models in October 2026, against about 20 Storm balls.
Where can I buy Roto Grip bowling balls in Malaysia?
At Storm VIP Proshops, which sell Storm, Roto Grip and 900 Global. Sunway Megalanes in Sunway Pyramid publishes the directory and also sells online. The network listed 27 outlets in 11 states and federal territories in 2026. Our bowling shops guide lists them by state.
How much does a Roto Grip bowling ball cost in RM?
On the Sunway Megalanes web store in October 2026, prices ran from RM700 for a Hustle to RM1,120 for the Perfect Gem. In between were the Ultimate Wrecker at RM800, the Hustler Red at RM900, the Gremlin Tour-X at RM990 and the Transformer at RM1,100. Drilling is usually free with a ball bought in the shop.
Which Roto Grip bowling ball is best for beginners?
A Hustle. It sits in Roto Grip's HP1 line, with a symmetric core and medium-low flare, so it's smooth and forgiving. At RM700 to RM710 it costs a little more than Storm's Tropical Surge, so compare both at the shop. Many bowlers pick on colour, and the Hustle comes in plenty.
