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I was wondering if I would run out before the testing is over also. I should probably order another dz.Ok my unreasonably long stage 1 is updated! Had a chance to play a round with the MTB-X and Chrome soft this weekend. Definite differences between the two with regards to feel. The Snell feels so solid that going from that the Chrome Soft makes the CS feel mushy almost. One notable shot was tight drive that I didn't feel I hit particularly well and still wound up at my usual 280 distance that the CS would get on a solid hit. Can't say I noticed a significant difference in spin characteristics between the two based on this round, but I think some work on the Trackman will help quantify that. Also can't wait to see how quickly Snell turns around orders and shipping since I am DEFINITELY going to need another box in order to a thorough review without running outSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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My testing so far has been on course, usually playing two balls. Last week it was against the Snell Get Sum. I will match it with something else next week. My local range has a short game area, so I will try some in depth testing there if I can.
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Paint was all fine but the seam varied on some. It’s more noticeable on a few, the dimples are oval shaped like they were stretched. I’ll try to grab a picture.
Unfortunately I rinsed one, and lost one of the middle of the fairway. So I am short 2.
I haven’t scrutinized them up close and personal like Shankster had. But I’ll do that for stage 2. They do seem to wear very well. A couple of balls lasted several 9 hole rounds until I sacrificed them to the creek. They had minimal scuffs even when I was in trees, sand and on cart paths.
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Once again thanks to MGS for this opportunity. It was fun, enlightening and actually got me to work on my game. Below is my stage 2 analysis with my ratings.
Looks & Durability (14 out of 15 points)
Describe the following:
Appearance/graphics/packaging - 2.5- I like the logo and the packaging is okay. straight forward, no frills
Short term/long term durability - 3
- I played several rounds with the same 1 or 2 balls. Except for a few slight scuffs they were pretty durable
Other unique details (ie. dimple pattern, alignment aid, etc) - 3
- I use the alignment aid on the tee
How does it compare to other balls, beyond being round and white? - 2.5
- Same performance or slightly shorter off the tee from Srixon Soft Feel and K Sig 3. Not as much feel as the soft cover balls initially, but I warmed up to them over time
Describe (and show) the condition after hitting cart path, hitting an obstruction (tree, etc), a full wedge/iron shots, and a full round. - 3
- I found the covers of these to be just a bit less durable than expected. They seemed to pick up scuffs easier than with my other gamers as well as the surlyn Get Sum.
- Performance wise they do not appear to suffer much from the scuffing, but that is just my unscientific opinion. I don’t have any launch monitor results to back up my impressions.
Sound & Feel (14 out of 15 points)
Describe how the product sounds and feels
Is it soft, crisp, dull, clunky (feel free to use your own imaginative phrases)? 2- I prefer the feel of the “soft” cover balls, like the Srixon Soft Feel and even the Snell Get Sum.
Can you press a nail into the ball’s cover? Compare its feeling of hardness to other balls. 3
- The cover is very durable but it did scuff easier than expected.
This was a new ball that started scuffing by hole 3, under normal conditions - no tree, cart path or bunker damage.
Do the sound and feel impact your performance in a noticeable way? 3
- No, after a few rounds playing with them the feel was no longer noticeable
How does the sound cause you to react?
- N/A - not a factor, so no points off for sound. 3
Describe the difference in sound and feel depending on the club used from driver down to putter. 3
- More “clicky” than soft balls off irons. No difference off driver
On-Course Performance (40 out of 40 points)
Off the Tee – Does the ball provide adequate distance? Is it responsive? How does it compare to your gamer? Is it easier or harder to find fairways?- The MTBx was comparable to my gamers. I didn’t get any significant distance gain on average. Although I did have one of my longest drives with it.
Approach – Does it adequately hold the green? Is it workable or difficult to control?
- Definitely holds the green. I can’t work the ball so I won’t comment on that.
Ball Flight – Does the ball stay in the air forever and stop or do you hit low balls that roll forever? Which is better for your course? Is the ball flight consistent? Is it predictable and consistent while chipping and pitching? How does it handle in the wind?
- I generally hit a ball that is a low liner. The ball flight is fairly consistent across the board for me. No significant wind conditions to try it out in. (SoCal)
Around the Green – Describe your confidence level of playing the many shots required around the green (bump and run, hop and stop, flop, etc).
- This is tough to answer because I have one shot around the green - a bump and run. I am useless at trying a flop shot. That said I think I get the performance I expect.
Putting – Describe how it reacts off the putter. Did you have to make any adjustments to your distance control? Are the markings on the ball adequate to use for alignment (if you do)?
- I don’t use the alignment marks for putting. Only for tee shots. For putts the alignment marks are more of a distraction. I did not have to make any special adjustments for the MTBx when putting.
What factors were you pleased with? What factors did you find lacking?
- The MTBx is a good ball. A little firmer off the club face than I prefer, but after a while I adjusted to the different feel.
Bottom line: did it help improve your scores?
- Not really. It did not hinder my game at all, but I did not notice an improvement when using the MTBx either.
Miscellaneous (10 out of 10 points)
The little things matter. You can make this section about whatever you please. Talk about the things that don’t fall neatly into one of the other categories. Some examples are: packaging and protection, speed of shipment, customer service interactions, accessories, personal touches, or comments made by playing partners.- I won’t ding them for any miscellaneous issues. It performed well. I think the packaging could be a little more interesting, but that really doesn’t matter as it pertains to the quality of the product. I received my balls in a timely manner and they held up well, aside from the few scuffs that I mentioned earlier.
Game Bag or Shag Bag? (15 out of 20 points)
For this section, consider that all things are equal and you’re choosing whether you would put this product in play for a big tournament or money game. Does this product help you play your best? Or is it just nice to have? Is the price point appropriate? Finally, what type of golfer do you think this product would fit the best? If it’s not you, explain why and try to identify the type of golfer that can benefit the most from it.- I have grown to like this ball, but at this price point, for my game I would probably stick with the Get Sum or Srixon Soft Feel. I did not see a noticeable improvement over my gamers, and I don’t shape my shots so I couldn’t test that out.
- I would classify the MTBx as “nice to have” for me. I wouldn’t kick it out of my bag, but I probably wouldn’t pay a premium just to have them.
- This golf ball is probably better suited for players who can shape their shots and are longer off the tee than a higher handicapper like myself.
Conclusion
Coming from the perspective of a “budget” golfer, I like this ball a lot but would probably stick with the less expensive alternatives I already play. Solid all around. I really didn’t have any negatives other than it didn’t “Wow” me. If I could get a good deal on a few dozen I would probably go for it. I think Snell in general makes a fine product and the MTBx is no exception.Final note: With only one sleeve left of the dozen balls I had to test with I played an entire executive 18 today with one ball, and shot my best score ever. Was it me, the Snell MTBx, or both? Hard to say, but I certainly got really good results with the MTBx when I was playing my best golf. I would say to anyone who is curious it is worth it to buy a dozen and try them for yourself.
The yellow ball in the foreground is my tee shot on #1 today (7/28/2019). 99 yd, par 3.
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MGS - Thank you so much for this opportunity. I am excited to be part of the Snell MTBx testers team.
What’s your story?
The basics: My name is Larry Brown and I am from Anaheim, CA. But my hometown is NYC where I grew up in Brooklyn and the Bronx. (And in case you're wondering, I knew nothing about golf growing up in the city. That all came later.)
I got into golf in the late ’80’s here in SoCal after my Navy days, and was obsessed for about 10 years. Then life got in the way and I stopped playing entirely until 2 years ago. But now I am back with a vengeance. In fact, as I write this I have Golf Channel on in the background. At 61 years old and carrying a 20+ handicap, it’s all about love of the game, exercise and a beautiful walk in the park for me. Maybe by the time I retire I’ll have a decent handicap.
I am an analytical guy by nature. In my day job I am a QA analyst for software. What that means is, I analyze new software to see first if it does what it is supposed to do and second to try and break it. The goal is to release the best software we can to the
customer by catching problems early. So the idea of evaluating products in my favorite sport - golf, is a no-brainer. I am as crazy about the tools and accessories of the game as I am about watching and playing. So this will be fun for me.What makes you love the game?
It may sound strange, but I love golf because it is HARD. You may get better at it, but you will never master it. Every time I see the GOAT Tiger Woods slice his tee shot into the right rough I remember how hard the game is. However you CAN improve all the
time if you are willing to work. The other reason I love the game is that you are really only competing with the course, and with yourself. It’s one of the few sports where you can play by yourself and still win. If I break 100 - I win. If I beat my best prior score, I
win. Even when I have a bad day on the course I win, because I am doing what I enjoy.What region do you play out of?
Southern California. Orange and LA Counties mostly. I play my local courses mostly, and we are fortunate to have plenty of decent public tracks in the area. I am also hoping to get out to some of the resort courses in Palm Springs and San Diego. As well
as Las Vegas.How long have you been playing golf?
I started playing in the late 1980s, but I took such a long hiatus that I consider myself a beginner again. So I tell folks 2 years, since I really got serious again in 2017.
What do you NEED your ball to do for you?
What I need is a ball that doesn’t spin off to the right off the tee and that I can confidently chip onto the green without it running off the other side of the green.
The Golf Questions
What ball do you normally play and how did you choose it?
I have been playing a lot of different balls this year with the goal of narrowing it down to one or two by year end. If I had to choose one ball that I favor right now though, it is the Srixon Soft Feel. It is the right price, I like the feel off my club head. It is durable and I seem to hit it straighter than some other balls out there. I also really like the Snell Get Sum.
Handicap? (Or average score)
I currently carry a 26.4 handicap, which I just established this year. And I recently started breaking 100, so I expect it to go lower by year end.
Typical ball flight?
I typically fade the ball or hit it straight. Too often slice off the tee though.
Typical miss?
My typical miss is a pull to dead left, with no fade when I could actually use one! Off the tee it's an ugly slice that starts out nicely and then takes a 60 degree right turn.
Strengths/weaknesses of your game?
My strength is my chipping around the green right now, and lately I have been hitting more fairways off the tee. Weaknesses are inconsistency, especially with irons. I am a short hitter, and I just cannot hit hybrids. So the top of my bag is a challenge. Also, I
don’t hit fairway woods off the deck. Just can’t do it - yet. Thank goodness for Tour Edge and their HL3 ironwoods. They have characteristics of both irons and hybrids and I am actually able to hit them. I carry an 18* and a 20* for my long fairway shots.First Impressions of the Snell MTBx
My first impression was that this ball might not be for me. I was a bit more inconsistent with it with my irons and especially with driver. So I was thinking maybe I do not have enough swing speed for this ball. My first 3 rounds with the MTBx were all 9 hole
rounds. I played the same 2 balls for the first two rounds before losing them both during the third round. I find them to be very durable. I also improved my score in each of the rounds, and actually had a really good third round with them. Though I still
haven’t hit a really good shot with my driver yet. As soon as I can I want to play a full 18 hole round with some decent longer (250 - 400+ yard) holes to see how they perform.Addendum: 6/14/2019 - It was Snell vs Snell today. And I also shot my best round on my regular 9 hole course (best ball). I have been curious how the MTBx would compare with the Get Sum head to head, so I decided to play both today after work. I sill feel
like the budget balls would still work better for me. For whatever reason, the surly balls seem to feel better off the club head. On the holes where I hit good drives with both balls I got more distance from the Get Sum, and also better dispersion. Around the
green and on the green they performed exactly the same though. I really chipped and putted the MTBx well all day. This course has only 2 par 4s that allow me to hit driver. On the 335 yard #5 I hit both balls almost the exact same distance, just inside the 150
marker. On my second shot I hit a good shot with the MTB that came up just short of the green. With the same club I hit an equally good shot with the Get Sum that drove the green and stopped just on the back fringe, closer to the pin. Roughly 20-25 yards farther
with the Get Sum, with a higher ball flight. I chipped both reasonably close, but 2 putted both for bogey.As I do not have a launch monitor this will not be a numbers driven review. My approach will be more feel and impressions along with head to head comparisons with some of my regular gamers when I am able to play two balls. Consider this a true duffer’s perspective.
In the photo above the MTBx is in the foreground and the Get Sum is in the background near the center of the fairway. These were consecutive tee shots, and two of my better ones I might add. I am looking across the fairway and the green is on my left. These were hit almost the exact distance off the tee. As I play with this ball more it doesn't feel significantly different from the Get Sum. But I still hit the Get Sum straighter, especially off the tee.
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Long Island born and raised. Spent a few years in So Cal .. about 35-40 years ago! .. Summers in San Diego North County and Winters at Tahoe (Squaw) .. ah the good ole days........
I came out here for the Navy 36 years ago from the Bronx. Got one look at San Diego and said “Yep, I’m staying”.
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Mets? You from Queens originally?
Brooklyn
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Bag Boy Compact #3.
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Course logo cap, ball marker or divot tool.
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My local Costco is stocking them now, so I picked up a pack. I used one for 27 holes over the weekend and I like it a lot so far. Unlike most all leather gloves it was not too hot on my hand and felt very comfortable. Perfect fit too.
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I would add the Cut Red to this group. I played it for two holes before realizing it was unhittable.
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Green River, GC
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My only hole in one so far was a few weeks ago. It was a 107 yard grounder on hole #1 that was a complete mis-hit. Thank you lord!
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Tour Edge Hot Launch 3 iron-woods. Out of frustration with my traditional hybrids I bought one of these (#3) last year at a TE demo day, and so far it’s been a lifesaver. I recently also bought the #2 and they are my long fairway clubs, along with a 7w.
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Hmm might be getting a new putter here soon..can't beat that price and lord knows I could use the help.
It’s a great putter.
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Based on last year’s numbers I picked one up in July. My putting improved instantly. This one will probably be in my bag for a very long time.
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I am liking these a little better now. Not as noticeable a difference in feel as in the previous 2 weeks. Plus I did not slice at all today. So it’s possible that it was me more than the ball when I was slicing them off the fairway.
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