Friday, March 18, 2011
2011 Buyer's Guide Balls
There's a golf ball for every type of player
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Titleist
Key Feature: The all-new version delivers increased spin control and a more consistent flight—thanks to a new ZG process core technology, responsive ionomeric casing layer, urethane elastomer cover and dimple design.Pro V1 What We Like: It's still long, durable and soft, and still the standard by which all other premium balls are measured. Who It's For: Any player wanting outstanding feel, distance and durability. Specs: Three-piece ball with urethane elastomer cover, bearing a spherically tiled 352-tetrahedral-dimple design. titleist.com | $58/dozen |
Titleist
Key Feature: Provides longer distance and more consistent flight, along with its Drop-and-Stop greenside control.Pro V1x What We Like: There's a lot of shot performance consistency, and it feels nice and soft. Who It's For: Anyone, but best for better players who prefer low ball spin off the driver and long irons. "Pro Vs" ain't cheap though, so keep in mind each ball costs about $5. Specs: Four-piece ball with urethane elastomer cover, casing and high-velocity dual core, as well as spherically tiled 328-tetrahedral-dimple design. That's four fewer dimples than the last iteration. titleist.com | $58/dozen |
Topflite
Key Feature: A high-speed polybutadieneD2+ Feel core allows for softer ball compressions and generates a balance of feel and ball speed for distance and control. What We Like: Its "Dimple in Dimple Aerodynamic" pattern was one of Time Magazine's 2007 Inventions of the Year, as it reduces drag and improves lift. Who It's For: Players of all swing speeds on a major budget. Golf balls don't get much cheaper than this. topflite.com | $16/dozen |
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Wilson
Key Feature: A three-piece urethane-covered golf ball with Traction Control Technology that helps the ball better grip the clubface for maximum spin.FG Tour What We Like: They feel soft, but not mushy. Also, the added spin is a big help, considering the new groove rules. Who It's For: Better players. However, we suspect all golfers will find a liking for a ball that deserves a lot more credit than it gets. It's a solid performer. Specs: Multilayer construction with a Traction Control Technology urethane cover material. wilsonstaff.com | $35/dozen |
Zero Friction
Key Feature: Made for sheer distance with a soft feel, the ZF Distance is a two-piece design that's also made of 100 percent renewable resources.ZF Distance What We Like: Zero Friction packs three Zero Friction tees in every sleeve. We also like how far they fly, not to mention the consumer-friendly price. They're very durable, too. Who It's For: Value-minded golfers looking for a golf ball that flies high and far without the rock-like feel. zerofriction.com | $19/doz. |
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