or are there different weights for different players
2006-09-21 02:59:37 · 11 answers · asked by cheggsy_davies 2 in Sports ➔ Golf
You can do almost anything to a Golfball as long as size, shape and weight are the same.
An appendix to the "Rules of Golf" defines that a golf ball must not weigh more than 45.93 grams (1.620 oz), that its diameter must not be less than 42.67 mm (1.680 in), and that its shape may not differ significantly from a symmetric sphere
2006-09-21 03:06:57 · answer #1 · answered by Puppy Zwolle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they are not all the same weight, however there is a maximum weight, but no minimum. There is a minimum diameter, but no maximum.
The rules on the golf ball are precise and numerical in comparison to the more descriptive rules that relate to clubs. All of the specifications listed below are tested and checked under laboratory conditions, both indoors and outdoors. These specifications are discussed briefly below.
1. Weight
Appendix III, 1 states that a ball must not weigh more than 1.620 ounces avoirdupois (45.93gm). This is one of the simpler tests, as all that is required is an accurate set of scales. There is no minimum weight, thus a ball can be as light as the manufacturer desires.
2. Size
The ball must have a diameter of not less than 1.680 inches (42.67mm). The instrument used to measure size is a metal ring gauge. Full details of the test specification are available from the USGA.
It is important to note that there is no maximum size, the ball can be as large as desired provided its weight does not exceed 1.620 ounces (see The Ball, Section 1).
3. Spherical Symmetry
The intent of this rule is simply to ensure that a ball is designed and manufactured to behave as though it is symmetrical. Full details of the test specification are available from the USGA.
4. Initial Velocity
There is a formal test procedure carried out on equipment approved by the USGA to check that golf balls meet the Initial Velocity specification. The intent of the rule is to limit the speed of the ball off the clubface. Full details of the test specification are available from the USGA.
5. Overall Distance Standard
This rule was first introduced in 1976 in order to restrict the overall distance (carry and roll) that a ball can travel under specific conditions. Full details of the test specification are available from the USGA.
2006-09-22 06:32:15 · answer #2 · answered by Chariotmender 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Weight is...
...only about the same.... not the same...because:
1) The gravity attraction is not the same as you are at the top of a mountain, or at sea level ...
2) Balls Quality Control is not so high to guarantee measure deviations less than 0,001 mm... or the material to fullfill the ball less than 0,001 gr.
But you do not feel any difference when playing...absolutely!
Guess I got it!...
2006-09-21 10:24:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Golfers use different makes of balls so the manufaturers must comply to a standard weight.
2006-09-21 10:10:31 · answer #4 · answered by Chris C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Funny you should ask as im about to walk out the door and have a round with the boys...and if you judge the way i play then you would think mine are much heavier than the average cos it dont go very far lol
2006-09-21 10:08:44 · answer #5 · answered by kevthekat 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes they are. Colin Montgomerie has suggested that the weight changes for the pros so that they do travel as far but I am not sure this will actually happen.
2006-09-21 10:16:13 · answer #6 · answered by Colin H 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they obviously weigh the same because why would you have different weighing golf balls in a championship match
2006-09-21 10:07:43 · answer #7 · answered by Dan H 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, some balls are different colours, and as we all know, yellow and green are heavier colours than other other colours.
2006-09-21 10:08:42 · answer #8 · answered by manforallseasons 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
"A ball must not weigh more than 1.62 ounces and must not have a diameter less than 1.68 inches."
2006-09-21 10:02:17 · answer #9 · answered by missourim43 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They will always vary slightly due to wear, microscopic particles on them, etc.
2006-09-21 10:03:06 · answer #10 · answered by FOUR????????? 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋