Picking the proper Golf Ball, Which one is best for me?

Question

I have been playing golf for about 6 years now, and I've really been working on my game the last 2 years. I'm on the cusp of breaking into the 70's and trying to search for every little detail to help get me over the hump.

I've been told in the past that a softer ball would work better for me do to my swing speed (I'm usually between 95 & 100mph). I've heard that balls like the PRO V1 won't help my game, because I don't swing hard enough to compress them. Right now I'm hitting Precept Laddies. I have hit Callaway War Birds, Nike Juice, and Top Flight D2's. Hard to tell which went further because I've hit them at different times and my swing is better now and I have a new driver.

Is there any truth to this?

Most importantly, what ball/balls would work best for my swing speed (for maximum distance)?

Maybe I will get some in my stocking from Santa this year :)

Thanks,
JC

Answer 1

There are that many golf balls on the market that do so many different things, balls that suit different courses, balls that react differently off the club head, balls that fly higher, balls that spin further etc etc...

If you feel you have a decent short game but you could shave some strokes of it then change to ball like the Callaway HX, Titleist PRO V1, even the Bridgestones, these balls dont sacrifice distance but they will give you control on the greens. You dont want a balll that will give you max distance, you would be flat stopping that ball on a lake let alone a putting surface.

Grab a sleeve of soft compression balls and head to to the practise green, get the feel for the ball then try the course.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Distance balls are not going to get you below 70, as the saying goes "Drive for show, putt for dough". I use the Titlesist NXT Tour, great distance and a decent amount of spin from the short irons and around the green, also a great deal cheaper than the Pro V's.
I think unless you are a single figure player the more expensive balls will not suit the average golfer, too much spin off the driver will exagerate hooks and slices (or Power Draws/Fades haha!).
I play off 13 by the way. Play well.

Answer 4

There will be many who disagree with me on this issue but here goes...

If you are shooting above 80 the ball is not going to make a lot of difference. If you start shooting in the 70's then you should probably move the the higher end balls.

However, whatever level you play at you should stick with one brand and model of ball. For example if you choose Top Flight don't switch around with the different types of Top Flight. The reason I say this is you need to know how far your ball travels and what flight path your ball will travel. Some balls will fly high, others are designed to fly low. If you are switching balls all the time you will not be able to become consistant with your shots. You don't want to play a ball that goes low and rolls on one hole and then hit a high ball that spins on the next hole. There are enough variables in golf without adding to the mix by mixing balls. Find one you like and stick with it.

Answer 5

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You not only get the eBook though, you also receive a ton of extra material including video, lessons on putting, driving, chipping, sand play etc. Here is their official site: http://www.golfswingguru.net

Answer 6

I think a Titleist NXT/ NXT Tour or a Callaway HX Hot would be good for you. They are for swing speeds in that range. Good luck!

Hey, you might get more responses if you go to this golf forum www.golfrewind.com

People there will probably give you more advise.

Answer 7

i find that golf balls dont matter as much as they make out to be.

a softer ball is better if your a straight hitter and are great around the greens. the harder golf balls are usually for people that don't hit as straight as they dont turn as much as they dont spin as much.

i would recommend the following balls

soft; titleist prov1 or prov1x (these are very expensive (£3/$5 per ball) so i prefer to get recycled balls in good condition (£1/$2 per ball) )

harder; nike distance (£1.50/$2.50 per ball)

Note: if your looking for a ball that gives a decent amount of spin and is still reasonably hard a standard ball such as a titleist NXT or NXT tour should set you on your way!

hope i have helped!

Answer 8

I have similar speed and about same experience as you. The Callaway HX Hot works great for me. I've break my first 70 (77 to be precise) last summer with this ball, on 6,811 yards course, rating 73.1 and slope rating 133. Try it!

Answer 9

i have the same swing speed as yours and i use titleist pro v1 who ever told you that tprov1 is not a good ball for you knows nothing about golf i have a 2 hcp go get some of these balls your game will get better

Answer 10

i have a swing speed around yours and the pro v1s are still the longest and have a great deal of spin for me. i also really like callaway hx tour 56 the feel is amazing