While most avid golfers have already found their favorite golf balls, for the beginner choosing a proper ball can be time consuming. The good news is that if you’re just starting out in the sport there really isn’t a wrong choice. Here are some of our picks that we think you might like.
On the high end:
Details for the Bridgestone Golf Tour B XS Model
- Slightly softer urethane cover compared to the TOUR B X creates added friction for enhanced feel and control
- Gradational Compression Core creates higher initial ball speed and lower side spin for distance and forgiveness
- New urethane REACTIV Cover formulation provides more distance and spin for increased accuracy off the tee
- World’s first SMART Urethane Cover uses an “impact modifier” to deliver different reactions on shots depending on the force of the impact
- Dual Dimple Technology creates less aerodynamic drag for distance and more efficient shot trajectory
- Seamless Cover Technology creates a perfectly balanced dimple pattern for consistent flight and performance
- Dimple pattern and cover formulation combine to maximize stability and performance in the wind
- Core Compression: 75 | Construction: 3-Piece
- 12 Pack
- Brand : Bridgestone
- Style : S0WX6D
The Mid Range
Details for the Titleist Velocity Golf Balls, White
- Deep Downrange Distance
- Extremely Low Long Game Spin
- Playable Greenside Feel
- High Flight On All Shots
- High Speed LSX Core
- Fast NaZ+ Cover
- Spherically-Tiled 350 Octahedral Dimple Pattern
- Available in White, Matte Green, Matte Orange and Matte Pink
The Low End
Details for the Nitro Maximum Distance
- SUPER REACTIVE 2 PIECE TITANIUM CORE
- HIGH VELOCITY LONG DISTANCE
- VIRTUALLY INDESTRUCTIBLE
- ENHANCED PERFORMANCE
- USGA APPROVED
Golf Balls… A Short Overview
Planning a golf outing with your friends is a great way to relax and enjoy some fresh air. Whether you simply want to perfect your game or your competitive side comes out, choosing the right golf ball is key to any game.
The first want to consider is durability. For example, some companies use an outer cover made from Dupont Lithium Surlyn. This material not only resists abrasions, but it is also indestructible. With this type of ball, you won’t have to worry about frequent replacements, which will save you money in the long run.
Also important is the ball’s ability to reduce drag, or slow the resistance that is caused by the wind, as the golf ball soars through the air. Some balls are designed with HEX Aerodynamics, so you’ll notice they have more refined contours that enable the balls to fly higher and farther than their counterparts.
Whether you’re looking for a high- or low-spin ball depends on how seasoned you are as a golfer. Low-spin golf balls are better for beginners and golfers with a high handicap, as this type keeps the ball on a straighter path. Pro golfers find high-speed balls give them better control.
After you place your golf ball on the tee, you’ll want to be sure it will perform consistently with each swing. This is especially true if you don’t mind playing golf in all kinds of weather. Titleist Pro V1 Golf Balls are one of the brands specifically engineered with consistency in mind.
Finally, golfers may want to consider the color of the ball, as not all golf balls are the traditional white. Orange, for instance, is a better option for quickly spotting the ball. Choosing a different color than your fellow golfers also helps with identifying whose ball is whose when the balls end up near each other.