Is the Titleist Pro V1 really the best golf ball?
Titleist likes to remind us that that the Pro V1 is the No 1 ball used by professionals on worldwide golf tours, but that it's a great ball for non-superstars as well. The ball is manufactured to perfectly balance short game control without sacrificing good yardage from the tee.
What golf ball brand is used most by the pros?
What the pros play: A rundown of every ball in the Tour Championship field
- Dustin Johnson
- Jon Rahm
- Justin Thomas
- Webb Simpson
- Collin Morikawa. Justin Thomas’ Titleist Pro V1x golf ball.
- Daniel Berger
- Harris English
- Bryson DeChambeau
- Sungjae Im
- Hideki Matsuyama
What balls are similar to the Pro V1x?
Off the tee is where you’ll notice the biggest difference between the two balls. The Pro V1 has a lower peak height - we found it flew around two yards lower than the Pro V1x during testing. On iron shots, the trajectories become more similar.
What spins more Pro V1 or Pro V1x?
- Extraordinary Distance with Consistent Flight
- Very LowLong Game Spin
- PenetratingTrajectory
- Drop-and-Stop™ Short Game Control
- Very SoftFeel
How much does it cost to produce a golf ball?
It costs around 90 cents to make the average golf ball. The materials used in the ball and whether or not this is a small or large company will impact the overall pricing of the golf ball. Large manufacturers can sometimes keep costs down because of the volume that they are producing and selling.
Why are Titleist golf balls so expensive?
The economics is simple, more layers mean more research, which means more money, and therefore a higher retail price. All golf balls start life as a core, made from a synthetic compound, and as a minimum also feature a cover. It's the materials used in these which play some part in the price.
How much do golf balls cost per ball?
Golf Ball Price ChartGolf Ball ModelGolf Ball Price As TestedTaylorMade Noodle Long and Soft$14.99TaylorMade Noodle Easy Distance$14.99Titleist AVX$47.99Titleist DT TruSoft$21.99174 more rows
How much is Titleist Pro V1 worth?
The price of Pro V1 golf balls continues to stay right around that $50/dozen mark, and that can be quite a bit of money for golfers to have to shell out. Pro V1 golf balls are expensive, but for some people, they are well worth it.
What is the rarest golf ball?
The Gutta Percha ball is one of the rarest golf balls in the world. They date back to the mid 1800s and are worth thousands of dollars.
Do cheap golf balls go further?
After hitting each of them a number of times it was pretty clear that the expensive ball felt a lot better at impact (tee and green) and lasted a lot longer (didn't get chewed up). A lot of the cheaper balls can feel like you're hitting rocks.
What are the most expensive used golf balls?
Titleist AVX Golf Balls ($72) It's actually also one of the most expensive used golf balls.
How much can you make selling golf balls?
Generally you'll be paid between 6 and 12 cents per ball selling them wholesale. If you're good at collecting, that can add up to hundreds of dollars daily. If you're not a diver, or you don't find more than a few hundred balls at a time, you might consider retailing the used golf balls yourself.
Are old golf balls worth anything?
Because of the age and the craftsmanship put into these balls they are among the ones that have the highest price tag of collectible golf balls. These balls are referred to as antique, and goes for sums upwards of +$5000! See example from eBay below.
What swing speed is needed for Pro V1x?
105 MPHAccording to Titleist, having a swing speed of at least 105 MPH is ideal for hitting a Pro V1x well. At this speed, you'll be able to compress the ball properly, which will result in more distance and optimal height.
What is the number one golf ball on tour?
Pro V1Titleist likes to remind us that that the Pro V1 is the No 1 ball used by professionals on worldwide golf tours, but that it's a great ball for non-superstars as well. The ball is manufactured to perfectly balance short game control without sacrificing good yardage from the tee.
Why is the Pro V1 so good?
Designed for pros and high-level amateurs (single-digit handicaps), the ProV1 is designed to maximize short game control while delivering nearly the same driving length as balls in the "distance" category. It's also much more durable than its balata-covered predecessors, which were prone to large cuts and scuffs.
PlusFours
I've been wondering for some time what the profit margins on golf balls are. Since I have joined GolfWRX I've observed that there are a number of members with industry experience, and I'm hoping you will be able to answer my question.
twgolf
When I used to work in the pro shop at our local course the wholesale price for PROV1s was $36 and the Nike One was $32 a dozen, but that was a little over a year ago. There's not much mark up in balls, in fact these were the ones that had the biggest margins.
Gxgolfer
I hear there's a facility in Oceanside that was built by a ball company. :cheesy: And Callaway bought a company for its ball production capacity.
PlusFours
When I used to work in the pro shop at our local course the wholesale price for PROV1s was $36 and the Nike One was $32 a dozen, but that was a little over a year ago. There's not much mark up in balls, in fact these were the ones that had the biggest margins.
PlusFours
I hear there's a facility in Oceanside that was built by a ball company. :cheesy: And Callaway bought a company for its ball production capacity.
mantan
But the margin for the ball manufacturers has to be ludicrous!!! Wasn't it rumored that Titleist makes the majority of it's profit from ball sales, not equipment?? The wholesalers are paying a premium, but the company has to be making a mint!
themouth1
But the margin for the ball manufacturers has to be ludicrous!!! Wasn't it rumored that Titleist makes the majority of it's profit from ball sales, not equipment?? The wholesalers are paying a premium, but the company has to be making a mint!
About the Titleist Pro V1
By any reasonable measure, the Titleist Pro V1 is the #1 Ball in Golf. Individually, it’s the best-selling ball at retail and it, along with the Pro V1x, is the most played ball on the PGA TOUR. As it happens, it’s also now the top-ranked ball in Ball Lab.
Centeredness and Concentricity
As is common, we found a couple of balls with slightly inconsistent mantle thickness but no significant concentricity issues were found.
Core Consistency
There was appreciable color variation between the U.S.- and Thailand-produced balls but no inconsistencies (chunks, debris, etc.) were noted within the mix. Core color variation is not uncommon and typically no cause for concern. When there is variation, we defer to the gauges.
Cover
While we did note some pin marks left over from the painting process, we found no notable cover damage.
Titleist Pro V1 – One Ball At a Time
The chart below shows the weight, diameter and compression measurements for each of the balls in our Titleist Pro V1 sample.
Diameter Consistency
Diameter was generally consistent from box to box with no indication of significant variation between factories.
Compression Consistency
For our total compression consistency metric, the Titleist Pro V1 rates as excellent—the only ball in our database to achieve the rating.
The Pro V1 has a longer distance with a more controlled spin
The combination of speed, spin, and feel is the edge of the Pro V1 over other high-end balls. Thanks to the high-flex casing layer included on the ball, it now has a longer distance, a more constant flight, and gives low long game spin, providing excellent performance for any golfer bringing their best to the game.
Pro V1 Is Worth The Money
Many golf enthusiasts around the world give off comments about the Titleist Pro V1 being “expensive.” Some even say they could get a double dozen from other brands and that it wouldn’t hurt their pocket if they lost some. Well, one thing that we should focus on when choosing the right bullet is quality.
You can take your game to the next level with the Pro V1
In the last 20 years, the Pro V1 has been used to win countless PGA Tour & European Tour events, as well as major championships. As a golf fan, you’d surely want to step up your game and see yourself playing in events as mentioned. Maybe improve shot accuracy or control distance and spin. Well, with the Pro V1, it’s not hard to catch those up.
