What is the hardest golf ball?

The hardest golf ball available is the Mizuno RB Tour X, which has a compression rating of 110. This ball produces low-mid driver spin, high wedge spin, and is ideal for better golfers with swing speeds above 105 MPH. Another option for a hard golf ball is the Titleist Pro V1X Left Dash.
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Which golf ball goes the farthest?

We discovered that the Titleist Velocity Golf Balls are the undisputed champs as far as distance golf balls go. Golf balls should prioritize essential factors such as spin, control, and feel.
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Do hard or soft golf balls go further?

soft golf ball? The harder the ball, the further it tends to go with less spin. Harder golf balls tend to be much cheaper than softer golf balls. If you lose balls regularly then harder golf balls could be ideal for you.
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What is the best golf ball to hit for distance?

Best Distance Golf Balls
  • Srixon Distance Golf Ball. Our pick. ...
  • Callaway Warbird Golf Ball. Best for speed off the face. ...
  • Titleist Velocity 2022 Golf Ball. High launch. ...
  • Bridgestone e12 Contact Golf Ball. ...
  • TaylorMade Distance + Golf Ball. ...
  • Honma D1 Golf Ball. ...
  • Wilson Velocity Distance Golf Ball. ...
  • Pinnacle Rush Golf Ball.
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What is the most forgiving golf ball?

Most Forgiving Golf Balls Reviewed
  • Best Overall: Titleist Velocity.
  • Best for Low Handicappers: TaylorMade TP5x.
  • Most Forgiving Soft Feel Ball for High Handicappers: Callaway SuperSoft.
  • Best Extra Spin: Titleist Pro V1.
  • Best Soft Feel Ball for Mid Handicappers: Titleist TruFeel.
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What golf ball should a 15 handicap use?

What golf ball should a 15 handicap use? A 15 handicap golfer will benefit from using a Bridgestone Tour B RX. With the Tour B RX, the 15 handicap player can get impressive distance from the tee, accuracy on the iron shot approaches to the green, and enough spin to stop the ball around the green.
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What is the lifespan of a golf ball?

You can usually get about 10 years out of an unused golf ball, again, provided that it is stored properly. The best temperature for golf ball storage is around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Do matte golf balls go farther?

Regular golf balls have a higher flight path and will fly further than matte golf balls. The downside is that matte golf balls tend to lose their shine over time, which can make them less appealing to look at. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference as to whether you would prefer matte or regular golf balls.
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Do new golf balls go further than old ones?

Lab tests, including our own, show little or no loss in yardage compared to new balls, and most golfers report no appreciable difference in play. But most of this research is based on tests of mint-quality used golf balls pulled from water hazards with no understanding of how much time each ball spent underwater.
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Do driving range balls go further?

Generally, range balls do not fly as far as regular golf balls. But the biggest difference isn't necessarily that range balls typically fly shorter distances, but that they vary so widely in distance performance.
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Is a Pro V1 hard or soft?

The Titleist Pro V1 is a three-piece solid-core golf ball provides total performance from tee to green with penetrating flight and very soft feel. The Pro V1x is a four-piece solid core golf ball provides total performance from tee to green with high trajectory and soft feel.
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Is Titleist Pro V1 a soft ball?

One key area in the success of the Titleist Pro V1 was its soft feel. Titleist says that the current generation of Pro V1's has the softest cover they have ever used.
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Are you allowed to switch balls in golf?

You can always use a new ball when starting a hole. You can also substitute a different ball any time you are taking relief, including both free and penalty relief. Unless the one-ball Local Rule is in effect, the substituted ball could be any brand.
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Is Titleist Velocity The longest ball?

Longest Golf Balls: Titleist Velocity

The longest golf ball is the Titleist Velocity. This is a two piece ball that is built completely for distance and low ball spin from the tee. Titleist is known for having some of the best golf ball technology on the market, and the Velocity is no exception.
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Do better golf balls make a difference?

A softer compression ball will still help those with slower swing speeds, while a harder ball might be the right fit for those with faster speeds. Most mid handicappers would benefit from a firmer golf ball that can produce more spin and control on the course. Anything between 70 and 90 would probably fit most swings.
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Do golf balls lose distance with use?

Its results confirmed that in the absence of visible damage, repeated use had no effect on a ball's performance. However, it also found that even small scuffs led to a measurable loss in distance, reducing driver distance as much as 6 yards.
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Does water damage golf balls?

It depends on how long a golf ball has immersed underwater. Even waterlogged golf balls can last a long time, but their playing effectiveness will decrease. When a more significant fracture appears on the ball's cover, and the water invades the inner part on a bigger scale, the water can ruin the golf ball.
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When should you throw away a golf ball?

Now, see if your ball is going to float. Drop it in, and walk away for a minute or two. If the cover is intact, then there should be absolutely no leakage to the internal area of your golf ball. If it starts to sink or you see any air bubbles coming up at all, it's a sign that the cover has a microfracture.
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How often should you change golf balls?

For the Love of Golf

It is important to remember that you can only change balls once you have finished the hole. If you notice a major scuff on the ball do not exchange the ball because it is a two-stroke penalty in a stroke play event.
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What color golf ball is easiest?

Simply put, yellow golf balls are a lot easier to see. This is especially true with the fluorescent or neon yellow hue found on many balls, including the Srixon Q-Star and Q-Star Tour.
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Do golf balls lose distance with age?

A wound ball which is approximately 10 years old, stored at room temperatures and low humidity, will have lost about 0.5 to 1.0 % of its IV (Initial Velocity) which will affect its distance by a couple of yards.
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What is the straightest golf ball?

The straightest golf balls on the market are the Titleist Velocity golf balls. This is a two piece design that is well manufactured and allows for faster ball speeds and very straight flight technology. The next time you need a dozen golf balls, give the Titleist Velocity a try.
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Do warm golf balls go further?

Generally, a warmer golf ball travels farther. The rubber materials used to make golf balls respond better if they are more resilient. Warmth enhances resiliency. A warmer ball will come off the clubface with more velocity and spin than a colder ball, encouraging loft.
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What was the liquid in old golf balls?

For decades, the wound rubber ball consisted of a liquid-filled or solid round core that was wound with a layer of rubber thread into a larger round inner core and then covered with a thin outer shell made of balatá sap. The balatá is a tree native to Central and South America and the Caribbean.
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Does it hurt golf balls to freeze?

It is certainly not a good idea to hit a ball when it is at freezing temperatures, because this will not only cause damage to the ball but probably the club as well, never mind the potential damage to your body if you are not warmed up properly.
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