The ball you should be trying
It’s easy to get stuck in a routine with golf. But with a new season ahead and new releases already available, is it time to try a new ball?
Equipment
How do golf balls actually differ?
You may have cleaned your clubs, your shoes, and have fresh gloves in the bag ready to go, but are you playing with the right golf balls?
How many times have you hit a bad shot into the water or a nearby field and the frustration you’re feeling as you fish about in your bag for another ball has you completely ignoring what kind of golf ball you’re using? Does it even matter what kind of ball you’re using? Do golf balls actually differ?
Well, if you’re still under the impression that all golf balls are white, dimpled, and come with interchangeable brand logos stamped on them, you’d be wrong! Under the cover, each golf ball has a unique core and composition.
We have a whole range of golf balls in the pro shop, from colourful high-vis golf balls to those with eye-catching alignment aids.
What's the point?
So, what’s the point in choosing one kind of golf ball over the next? And why are there so many kinds available? Well, golf is a rich and challenging game, and there are golfers of all kinds of backgrounds and skill levels. From those just earning their first handicap to the seasoned veterans who hit the course multiple times a week.
Certain golf balls are designed to give the player as much forgiveness on their strikes as possible, while others allow better players to get more spin so they can pitch their shots just right.
You may come across the magic word ‘urethane’ before. This is a type of plastic coating given to certain golf balls. Balls with a urethane cover tend to feel softer and offer more spin on pitch shots while non-urethane balls produce a higher, faster flight.
Please join us as we consider the latest golf balls from Titleist, and how they’ll suit your ability.
For the high-handicap golfer
If you’re fairly new to golf and you’re wondering which golf ball would be the best to help build up your confidence, Titleist’s softer golf balls will ease you into the game.
The Tour Soft golf balls from Titleist feature a large, fast core that provides both more distance and an incredibly soft feel. The unique dimple design allows for an attractive, prolonged ball flight, and the Fusablend cover offers the player excellent spin control for their short game.
Another fantastic ball offering from Titleist is the TruFeel. This ball, as you can gather from the name, gives you a buttery smooth feel whether you’re striking off the tee or putting with your flatstick. The soft 3.0 TruFlex cover gives you phenomenal spin control around the greens, so you’ll be pitching your chips right where you want them.
For the consistent ball-striker
Should you be a seasoned singe-figure handicap player, you’ll need to have the right gear on-hand to help you seek out the pin every time you approach the green. The golf balls in Titleist’s ProV1 range are for the elite player, and will help you hit your shot exactly as you envisaged.
The Titleist Pro V1 golf ball is beloved by golfers the world over and is one of the most popular balls on tour. This is because it offers an ideal combination of speed, spin, and feel. The high gradient core lowers long game spin for greater distance, and the soft urethane cover provides an ideal standard of greenside spin. This is an all-round ideal golf ball for any occasion.
If you want to get the absolute most out of your tee shots, you’ll be well suited to playing with the Pro V1x golf ball. This ball has a similar construction to the Pro V1 but offers a higher flight and more spin than the standard Pro V1. The Pro V1x has a silky elastomer cover that benefits the discerning player that knows exactly how to play their pitch shots.
Fancy something new?
If you’ve never played with a colourful, high-vis golf ball, you’re surely missing out! You never know, you may just find a view you feel more comfortable with when standing over the ball.
Titleist’s Velocity golf balls come in a variety of fun matte colours that let you show off a bit of personality on the golf course. These balls aren’t just novelty however. These balls are optically pleasing and make use of high-vis colours to help your ball stand out both on the fairway and when you’re standing over your tee shot.
There’s a lot of choice when it comes to getting yourself the right golf ball. If you’re unsure of which kind of ball would be best for your game, we’d be happy to assist and consult you in the pro shop.
