What is the side stamp on a golf ball?
The sidestamp is a printed marking on the equator of the golf ball that identifies the specific model and differentiates it from all other balls.
What do the little numbers on golf balls mean?
Nothing, really. These single-digit numbers are simply there for identification purposes. Say you and your buddy both play the same golf ball—a Titleist Pro V1, for example. You want to make sure you can tell them apart during the round, and using balls with different numbers can help you do that.
Do Titleist golf balls have a shelf life?
4 days agoThe golf ball researchers at Titleist state, "Today's Titleist golf balls can be safely stored for five years or even more, as long as they are kept away from excessive heat. ... Normal indoor conditions should be fine for storage."
Why are there arrows on a golf ball?
Some golf balls will have arrows or lines on the side. These are meant to help you align to your target the best possible way. They can help you on the tee, where you can point the line in the direction where you want to hit the ball.
What is the difference between red and black numbers on golf balls?
The color of the golf balls being black or red go back to when golf balls were truly made to compression ratings. Red numbers used to represent 90 compression balls, and black numbers were to represent 100 compression balls.
How many golf balls can you have in a sleeve?
A golf ball sleeve refers to a long rectangular box or a cylindrical tube used to store golf balls. Each sleeve generally holds up to 4 golf balls. In most cases you'll find 3 sleeves inside 1 golf ball pack for sale; giving you a grand total of 1 dozen (12 golf balls).
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.
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.
How often should you change golf balls?
The most simple answer to the question of how often should you change your golf ball is that there are no set rules. Some Tour players change their ball after a certain number of holes, but the truth is, this is more based on superstition than the diminishing quality of the ball itself.
Why do golfers take off their hats to shake hands?
The simple act of taking off your hat or visor and shaking your playing partner's hand is the way it's always been done and the way it always should be. It's a sign of respect and friendship for the other player, even in defeat.
Why do pro golfers draw a line on their ball?
You've probably seen a professional golfer mark his or her ball on the green, lift the ball and spin it around to match a line s/he has drawn on the ball to the putting line. This helps the golfer get the ball started on the correct line. It helps, in other words, with aim and alignment.
How do you mark your Titleist golf ball?
2:072:50LPGA - How I Mark My Titleist - Compilation - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipI kind of just go right over the mark that says probie one. And then i still do my line rightMoreI kind of just go right over the mark that says probie one. And then i still do my line right underneath the title. List easy peasy black line titleist perfect.
How many golfers have a Pro V1?
According to Darell Survey, 74% of players on the PGA TOUR during the 2018-2019 season have teed up a Pro V1 or Pro V1x golf ball.
Can you surprise a ball fitting?
It just goes to show that you have to test in all conditions. It also illustrates maybe the biggest factor when it comes to ball fitting. The ball can't surprise you. You have to be able to predict its performance on every shot.
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I would like to see numbers on golf ball advertising budgets for Titleist, Taylor Made, Callaway. Srixon, and Bridgestone. My guess is Titleist outspends the other four combined.
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dbrock504
When I first started, I used the cheapest balls I could find (usually in onion sacks). Once I got a little better, I played Noodle's for about a year or so. After I got into the 90's, I started using $20 balls (Nike PD Soft, Callawat Hex Diablo, Srixon Soft Feel). Now I'm ready to get into the 80's and looking for a better ball.
tristanhilton85
The ProV1 and ProV1x are the only Titleist balls with a urethane cover so they are probably going to be the softest feeling ball and they are going to spin the most. The NXT Tour is a 3 piece ball with an ionomer cover that is suppose to perform close to the ProV series but not as good.
dbrock504
The ProV1 and ProV1x are the only Titleist balls with a urethane cover so they are probably going to be the softest feeling ball and they are going to spin the most. The NXT Tour is a 3 piece ball with an ionomer cover that is suppose to perform close to the ProV series but not as good.
arturo28mx
There is a recent report on Titleist golf balls on the web page of Golf WRX. Very thorough.
dbrock504
There is a recent report on Titleist golf balls on the web page of Golf WRX. Very thorough.
Newby
You're welcome. It's actually an interesting read. When I got back into the game a few years ago I would only play the NXT Tour...I finally advanced on to urethane and now it's all I'll play in various flavors.
dbrock504
You're welcome. It's actually an interesting read. When I got back into the game a few years ago I would only play the NXT Tour...I finally advanced on to urethane and now it's all I'll play in various flavors.
What ball keeps you straight off the tee?
If you struggle with excessive spin, particularly excessive sidespin, low compression balls (which are invariably low spin) can also help keep you straight off the tee. There is also a point at which the compression penalty is so minimal as not to matter.
What happens when you add moisture to golf balls?
When a bit of moisture is introduced, compared to standard glossy finish balls, launch angles will increase more significantly and spin will drop more appreciably. There are enough variables in golf so it’s silly to introduce another one when it’s easily avoidable.
How fast is soft golf ball?
Data from our 2019 tests suggests that around 80 mph, soft is only fractions slower and launch and spin become a more significant part of the distance equation. Golfers should understand that low compression balls are almost always high launch and invariably low spin.
What is the least understood area of golf ball design?
Aerodynamics is the least understood area of golf ball design so there’s an opportunity, for example, to provide greater wind stability. You’re also going to see improved ionomer cover blends as brands try and get closer to urethane performance at a lower cost.
Why shouldn't you choose a softer ball?
Even golfers with slow swing speeds compress the ball at impact so you shouldn’t choose a softer ball because of your swing speed. What golfers need to know is that there is a point at which faster players will over-compress a ball that’s too soft for their swing speed. When that happens, you lose speed.
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Tony is the Editor of MyGolfSpy where his job is to bring fresh and innovative content to the site . In addition to his editorial responsibilities, he was instrumental in developing MyGolfSpy's data-driven testing methodologies and continues to sift through our data to find the insights that can help improve your game. Tony believes that golfers deserve to know what's real and what's not, and that means MyGolfSpy's equipment coverage must extend beyond the so-called facts as dictated by the same companies that created them. Most of all Tony believes in performance over hype and #PowerToThePlayer.
Is the side stamp the same on the ball?
A: Yes. And no. There are plenty of stories that suggest not everyone plays by the letter of the rules but, in theory anyway, if the side stamp is the same, the ball is the same. That’s not to say there aren’t secret menu items.
