Rob Person Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 I'm not talking about getting fitted, although knowing what one type/style of ball fits your swing best, is very important. But the topic on "what ball are you playing 2024" got me wondering some things) I'm trying to leverage in my mind which ball is the best to play, and how do you know its right? (TL:DR at bottom) For me it started when I had a few sleeves of pinnacles and topflites that were left in the bag I inherited. As I lost them (alot!) I always ended up finding tons of new woods balls of all varieties. Most times I'd leave with a minimum of a 6, other days a dozen to twenty balls. I knew NOTHING about golf balls other than how expensive they were! My buddy is a proV1 loyalist from his time playing in high school. I hit one and sent a 120 yard worm burner down the fairway. It sounded horrible when I hit it and felt like I just hit a rock. So I started playing the woods balls. I got to the point that I'd play any ball I had available. Then one day I hit a chrome soft triple track in yellow. I realized 2 things that day. 1. I could actually see the ball, and was able to recover it quicker wherever it landed. 2. This ball sounded, connected, and landed really well for me! So I got a couple dozen yellow CS TT from a company called golfballnut that specializes in reselling retrieved balls from courses up and down the east coast. I really enjoyed playing these balls. Had some great shots and amazing putts with these. They built up my confidence. I ha e 2 buckets filled with different brands of ball's. Now, since I have joined MGS, my entire world has been flipped over when it comes to balls. I've officially tested the 2023/24 titilest test ball. I've unofficially tested 2 other brands of balls. (Bridgestone and NineTee) TL:DR Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? What/Why would make you change again? What ball will you never play, and why? TJ Hall, Shrek74, buckpillar and 3 others 6 Quote WITB-Foremost 551's - 3w, 5w, 5-SW (circa 1998), Top Flite 460cc Driver, Adam's 7w, Warrior GW and 60⁰, Odyssey AI-One DB putter. Just an old newbie golfer, trying to learn and improve 1 club at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_APH Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 1 hour ago, Rob Person said: TL:DR Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? What/Why would make you change again? What ball will you never play, and why? Why - Well Vice had a great deal on the Vice Pro Plus and it fit me based on the Ball test The ball test was the big draw, price and fact it came with the paint splatter was cool Price was the biggest factor Yes - Vice Drive for some awful conditions because its a guarantee to loose 3 balls a round due to conditions. I would maybe make the switch to the Callaway Chrome Tour--- its been that good I dunno, I would likely try something again for kicks if I needed to. Never say never! Back9Scott, buckpillar, Rob Person and 3 others 6 Quote as of Nov 6, 2023 (Past WITB) Driver: Paradym TD w/ GD ADDI 6X Driver Shootout! Wood: F7 3 wood 14.5* w/ Motore F1 Shaft Irons: T Series - T200 5 Iron T150 6-9 Iron T100 PW/GW Wedge: Toura Golf - A Spec 53,37,61 degree Putter: Mezz Max! Balls: Vice Pro Plus Drip (Blue/Orange) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckpillar Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 1 hour ago, Rob Person said: I'm not talking about getting fitted, although knowing what one type/style of ball fits your swing best, is very important. But the topic on "what ball are you playing 2024" got me wondering some things) I'm trying to leverage in my mind which ball is the best to play, and how do you know its right? (TL:DR at bottom) For me it started when I had a few sleeves of pinnacles and topflites that were left in the bag I inherited. As I lost them (alot!) I always ended up finding tons of new woods balls of all varieties. Most times I'd leave with a minimum of a 6, other days a dozen to twenty balls. I knew NOTHING about golf balls other than how expensive they were! My buddy is a proV1 loyalist from his time playing in high school. I hit one and sent a 120 yard worm burner down the fairway. It sounded horrible when I hit it and felt like I just hit a rock. So I started playing the woods balls. I got to the point that I'd play any ball I had available. Then one day I hit a chrome soft triple track in yellow. I realized 2 things that day. 1. I could actually see the ball, and was able to recover it quicker wherever it landed. 2. This ball sounded, connected, and landed really well for me! So I got a couple dozen yellow CS TT from a company called golfballnut that specializes in reselling retrieved balls from courses up and down the east coast. I really enjoyed playing these balls. Had some great shots and amazing putts with these. They built up my confidence. I ha e 2 buckets filled with different brands of ball's. Now, since I have joined MGS, my entire world has been flipped over when it comes to balls. I've officially tested the 2023/24 titilest test ball. I've unofficially tested 2 other brands of balls. (Bridgestone and NineTee) TL:DR Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? What/Why would make you change again? What ball will you never play, and why? @Rob Person I just came across a ball site that offers mint used balls very cheap all the way to range level balls. Here is the website https://www.golfballplanet.com/ Rob Person 1 Quote Jeff "PUTSO" Pillar [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shrek74 Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 I'm a lot like you in my past @Rob Person, where I played whatever balls my dad or I found along the way. I just never really took my game seriously enough to play a lot or do enough research about balls, clubs, strategy, etc.It's really only been the last ~4 years when all that changed. TXG did so much for my education around clubs and technology and fitting, etc.Then I found MGS, and things really cranked up another few notices on my golf education. The ball test in 2019 I ran across the year after it was done really opened my eyes to just how different balls were and how differently they played. That's when I really decided to try and find a ball to play and stick with. I tried a few cheaper balls (by cheaper, I mean ionomer type cover) but ultimately settled on the Maxfli Tour. I tried the X, but it was too firm and spinny for me.Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? The last 3 ball tests really showed me that the Maxfli Tour was a great ball for my speed and need. TXG did a comparison test to the ProV's, and they were basically identical but for half the price (or better). Sold!Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? I haven't to this point. I may look at something like a Vice Tour or OnCore Elixr when the weather changes, but I generally don't play in bad weather.What/Why would make you change again? Someone proving to me with data on MY game that another ball is significantly better.What ball will you never play, and why? Callaway. They lost me with all their issues in the recent past. They're dead to me at this point. I also won't play balls like Titleist, Taylormade, or any other that's ridiculously overpriced.Sent from my SM-N986U1 using Tapatalk TJ Hall, Rob Person, berkeleybob and 2 others 4 1 Quote In My Sun Mountain C-130 'merica Cart Bag: Driver: Stealth+ Rocket 3W, 13.5* turned down to 12.75*, Stiff HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX, 75g Fairway: 949x 3w, 15*, Stiff HZRDUS Smoke Red RDX, 70g Fairway: 949x 5w, 18*, Stiff HZRDUS Smoke Blue RDX, 60g Hybrid: 939x 4H (21*), Stiff HZRDUS Smoke Black, 90g Irons: 101's, 5-PW, DG120 S300 Wedges: 286 @ 50*, JBFG @ 54* & 60*, DG120 S300 Putter: 002 Mid-Mallet @ 35", Super Stroke Pistol GT 2.0, Desert Camo Ball: Tour & Testing Vero X1 Technology: H4 w/ Tags, Pro L2 Rangefinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ Hall Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 I will still play a variety of different balls if I’m having a rough day. Have been losing too many balls recently during a round, so was looking for something that performed and still was affordable. Found a lost ball site that had a deal on TaylorMade Tour Response after playing one I found. But will still switch between different brands throughout the year. Rob Person, Dead Solid Bogey, unccross and 1 other 4 Quote TaylorMade SIM 2 Max Driver TaylorMade Stealth 3 wood Titleist U510 Hybrid (3H) TaylorMade Tour Preferred CB Irons Vokey SM8 Wedges (52/56/60) Odyssey Ai-ONE 7S Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Parker Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 3 hours ago, Rob Person said: TL:DR Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? What/Why would make you change again? What ball will you never play, and why? Testing out the Maxfli Tour X Price and the ball test I am cheap and ProV1X are expensive. I tend to go thru the lost ball bin at my course and will try different brands out. I am really liking the TM lines. I don't know that I like them enough to spend the extra money on them but if there is a good sale I probably would. Hmmm.... there are quite a few that I haven't gotten along with. berkeleybob, unccross and Rob Person 3 Quote Paradym TD Driver w/ Ventus Blue 6S 3W MKII ZX 5's (4-6) w/ KBS Tour V MKII ZX 7's (7-PW) w/ KBS Tour V Vokey Wedges 50* 54* 58* DF2.1 Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taylorjonasher Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Why are you playing the ball you are? I switched balls last year from Srixon ZXV to PV1X, then to PV1. PV1 gives me excellent green side spin, controllable low spin off the tee, and a penetrating ball flight. It's the best ball I've ever played. What drew you to it in the first place? I'd received sleeves of them in the past and quickly lost them, but when I did keep them in play, they felt great and had my desired flight. As I've gotten better over the last few years, I've sampled many different balls and found that this ball gives me the most consistency across all facets of my game. What made you change from your previous ball? I didn't mind the performance of the ZXV, but I felt like I could probably have a ball that would better suit my game. The PV1 and the PV1X were some of the recommended balls in a ballnamics ball fitting, and so I picked up a dozen of each to donate to the right side of my home course's fairways. I found that the PV1 gave me a tighter dispersion and longer distance off the tee as well as exceptional green side spin. I'm really happy with how dependable and consistent the ball is, and given Titleist's dedication to consistency, I know that every ball I get is going to play exactly the same. I had a hard time shelling out $55 for a dozen until the first full round that I played the PV1. It honestly helps my game that much that I'm willing to throw an extra $17 / dozen over the ZXV. Plus, I don't lose as many any more so it's easier to hide from the wife. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? Nope. It's been PV1 and I don't know that I'll look back. I adjust my yardages based on temperature, and the ball performs the same. Occasionally I will play random balls if I can't keep the driver in play. What/Why would make you change again? I'd have to find something that gives me the same controllable distance off the tee and the same high spin with my wedges and irons. I love the feel and performance when I strike the ball well (which is getting way more frequent!) and watching the ball hop once or twice and stop. I didn't have that kind of performance with any of the balls I played before, so I'm kinda really happy with what I have. What ball will you never play, and why? On the days that my driver is dogsh***, I will reach into my bag and play whatever "shag" balls I pick up off the course. I'll play anything except a Pinnacle - they feel rock hard and play spinny for me, so I just catch and release them back into their natural habitat. HikingMike, jbern, Rob Person and 2 others 2 1 2 Quote Titleist TSR3 // Tensei 1K Black 65g Titleist TSR3 3W 15* // HZRDOUS Black 70g Titleist U505 2i // HZRDOUS Black 85g Taylormade P770 4-PW // Nippon NS Pro Modus 3 105g Callaway JAWS MD5 50* Callaway JAWS Raw 54* / 58* Taylormade Spider GTX Single Bend Splitback / Ping Zing 2 Titleist ProV1 // Srixon Z-Star XV (Depending on how much money I want to lose any given swing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golf2Much Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 (edited) Why are you playing the ball that you are? I was a devoted Srixon QStar Tour (white, yellow and Divide) player leading up to 2023. Based on MGS reviews, I decided to experiment DTC balls. I looked at the full line OnCore balls (originally from Western NY), Snell MTB Prime when they came out (Dean Snell graduated from the same college and program that I did two years after me) and near the end of 2023 Maxfli Tour S (based on the MGS reviews and promotion). Though all performed well, the Maxfli Tour S seemed to stand out for me. I liked them so much, during Black Friday deals, I picked up about ten dozen for 2024. What drew it to you in the first place? As mentioned above, good MSG staff and forum member reviews and a great promotion they ran ($25/dozen). What made you change from your previous ball? Curiosity at first. Could a different ball make a noticeable difference in my game and could a DTC ball be as good as the popular retail benchmarked balls out there? For my slow swing speed, The Maxfli Tour S gave me 5 extra yards on my drives compared to the QStar Tour, OnCore Elixr or Vero X1 and Snell MTB Prime. The Maxfli Tour S ball had a more durable cover than the first generation of Snell MTB Prime balls. Since I don't hit the ball very far, I tend not to lose many. So, longevity of the cover lets me keep ball in play longer. I know there's several promotions now with the other balls, but at $35 a dozen (in two dozen increments) is an attractive price point. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? Here in Key West our two seasons are tourist and hot. Our typical high temperatures range from the mid 60's in the "winter" to high 80's/low 90's in the dead of summer. Being surrounded by water helps keep the temperature lower than other parts of Florida. However, the high humidity and due point that can make it oppressive on the golf course. The balls, they really don't notice too much! What/Why would make you change again? Not necessarily in this order: dramatic price increase in the current Maxfli Tour S ball, the next generation Maxfli Tour S introduced (and the first generation is no longer available), a decent price point and equal Maxfli Tour S performance from the teased OnCore Vero XP. What ball will you never play, and why? Probably anything that is a two piece, surlyn covered and hard. I might get some incremental driver yardage, but for me to score I need consistent play around and on the greens. Edited February 19 by Golf2Much Shrek74, Rob Person, taylorjonasher and 1 other 3 1 Quote Ping G430 Max driver 10.5 degrees with an Alta Quick45 gram senior shaft Callaway Epic 3 wood, Project X Evenflow Green 45 gram senior shaft Callaway GBB Epic Heavenwood, with a Mitsubishi Diamana 50 gram senior shaft Ping G 20.5 degree 7 wood, with a stock Alta 65 gram senior shaft Ping G 26 degree hybrid, stock Alta 65 gram senior shaft Callaway Paradym X irons, 7-AW with Aldila Ascent Blue 50 graphite shafts Edison wedges: 50, 55 and 60 degree, KBS Tour Graphite A flex shafts Putters: L.A.B. Direct Force 2.1 putter, 34.5" long, 67 degrees lie 2022 MGS Tester: Shot Scope Pro XL+ with H4 2023 MGS Tester: Callaway Paradym X Irons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K91 Golf Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 I think playing the same ball consistently is more important than the “right” ball. Once you find you good quality ball that gives you the performance you want, stick to it. It’s easy to get lost trying to find the right one. I personally don’t trust used balls but I get it why they are popular.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Gripit, Rob Person and berkeleybob 3 Quote Gear and stat junkie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unccross Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 I always played used balls I bought at a local store. Always tried to get the tour balls because I assumed they were the best. When starting back into golf last fall I bought a couple dozen used pro v’s off marketplace. I’ve used those up until recently. For Christmas I received a dozen prov1x yellow from my wife. I also got a dozen Callaway super soft. I have also purchased a dozen Odin X1 balls due to the reviews here on myspy. So far, I’ve loved the pro v1x. The 1 sleeve i used of the Odin I liked, seemed to be a little less distance off the tee but more spin on the greens. Was not as impressive to me as the prov1x, but it could have also been the way I was swinging that day. Going to keep trying them out though. Not sure what I’ll do with the super soft? I plan on trying out the maxfli tour or tour x when I figure out which one would be better for me . Why are you playing the ball you are? Right now I’m playing the Pro V1x because I received them for Christmas and really like the way they have performed so far. What drew you to it in the first place? got them as a gift What made you change from your previous ball? performance, they have been long off the tee and great around the greens. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? no What/Why would make you change again? I am hoping that the maxfli, Odin, or something else will produce similar results for a much better price than the pro v’s . What ball will you never play, and why? Anything super soft. Don’t like the feel or performance for me off the tee. Rob Person 1 Quote Jnr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dp79 Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Why are you playing the ball you are? I try to find a good deal but it has to be on a quality ball. I'm a single digit handicapper, but am a little wild off the tee and I hit the ball rather high typically. I hate spending money on balls and losing them when they are brand new. I haven't been brand loyal, but have stuck to the TP5 and TP5x for a while, just because I could usually find a deal to get them for $35-40 a dozen when buying them in bulk. What drew you to it in the first place? I wanted something I thought was comparable to the ProV. A few years ago, I felt that they were. Especially with iron shots and feel around the green. However, the last few years I've felt they haven't been nearly as long as the ProV, or some of the others I've occasionally tried. Joining this site and seeing the testing confirmed that suspicion. What made you change from your previous ball? I changed from the ProV to the TP5 strictly because they went on sale more often and I could get more for my money, while playing a ball that was similar, or so I thought. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? No, I typically try and use the same type of ball. I live in NC, so it's usually 60-80 degrees most of the times I play. What/Why would make you change again? The testing results have already changed my mind on the TP5 with how much distance I am losing. Although now I'm intrigued with their new 2024 version that claims they have increased their distance. I've always loved the spin and feel I get around the greens and with iron shots with the TP5. I am now currently testing the Maxfli Tour X, Wilson Staff, and the Chrome Tour to see how they feel and compare. I've tried some of the Muzuno's and Bridgestones, but didn't love the flight off the tee or with irons for either of those brands. The distance with the Bridgestone's was nice though. What ball will you never play, and why? Any ball that's designed to hit it higher and is considered spinny off the tee. I'm already a very high ball hitter, and I definitely don't need any more spin with the driver. berkeleybob and Rob Person 1 1 Quote Driver: Ping G425 9.0 Atla CB 55 X-Stiff 2 Hybrid: Ping G425 17.0 Ping Tour 85 X-Stiff Ping Crossover 3 iron: Atla CB 70 X-Stiff Irons: Ping G425 Green dot 4i-9i KBS Tour 120 S Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM8: 46, 50, 52, 56 Putter: Ping Kushin 4 Balls: Taylormade TP5, Titleist Pro-V, Maxfli-Tour X Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickyBobby_PR Posted February 22 Share Posted February 22 Why are you playing the ball you are? because I was fit for it as well as years of playing it and testing it against other balls What drew you to it in the first place? I played numerous balls and it’s what I like the best What made you change from your previous ball? Performance Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? nope. Learned from ball experts that it’s not as important to switch What/Why would make you change again? a ball that has better quality and performance which I can’t see happening What ball will you never play, and why? anything that’s not TaylorMade or titleist Rob Person and berkeleybob 2 Quote Driver: PXG 0811 X+ Proto w/UST Helium 5F4 Wood: TaylorMade M5 5W w/Accra TZ5 +1/2”, TaylorMade Sim 3W w/Aldila rogue white Hybrid: PXG Gen2 22* w/AD hybrid Irons: PXG Gen3 0311T w/Nippon modus 120 Wedges: TaylorMade MG2 50*, Tiger grind 56/60 Putter: Scotty Caemeron Super Rat1 Ball: Titleist Prov1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckpillar Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 I've been playing the PROV1X and Taylormade Tour Response both benefit my game in different ways, but researching, price, quality, are main factors. If I could have it my way, I would have the modern versions of the Titleist Balata 90compression and the Professional, both of these balls were off the chain. I would like to see Titleist come out with a liquid core ball(Balata) and then use todays technology to produce the consistent ball speeds and the Urethane cover.. I think it would be the next game changer!!! Rob Person 1 Quote Jeff "PUTSO" Pillar [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaskanski Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 (edited) You'll know it when you find it. Long story short, the humble golf ball is probably one of the easiest and most accessable ways of improving your game. You just need to try each one to see what works best. Generalised data works OK to some extent, but nobody can tell how a ball feels and reacts - that can only be decided by youself. And to some extent - your wallet. Don't ignore price point if it has an effect on compromise. Edited February 23 by jaskanski Rob Person 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berkeleybob Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 (edited) On 2/18/2024 at 9:39 PM, Rob Person said: Why are you playing the ball you are? What drew you to it in the first place? What made you change from your previous ball? Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? What/Why would make you change again? What ball will you never play, and why? In recent history, I’ve played both Wilson DUO Softs and Callaway SuperSofts. They are both ubiquitous and cheap, and they are fine off the tee and on the green. They are not rocks. I’ll always have them, although I am making a change to include a urethane. To me, it’s just down to price. Some days I lose zero balls, other days, I lose four. Playing something like a ChromeTour/Soft or ProV1—given my game I would never enjoy their benefits unless I stopped using my driver at the tee box. And where’s the fun in that? I will never play Warbirds or cheap distance balls. They take the fun out of ball hitting and putting for me. Edited February 24 by berkeleybob Rob Person 1 Quote WITB 2024 DRIVER AEROJET 10.5° | FAIRWAY ROGUE ST MAX 3/15° HYBRID G410 21° | UTILITY 699 V2 U 5/23° IRONS 699 V2 6-PW WEDGES CBX 2 50°, 54°, 58° PUTTER KING GRANDSPORT 35 BALL MODEL | PRO WHITE/BLUE ICE BAG 3.5 LS | PUSHCART RV1S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Person Posted February 24 Author Share Posted February 24 15 minutes ago, berkeleybob said: In recent history, I’ve played both Wilson DUO Softs and Callaway SuperSofts. They are both ubiquitous and cheap, and they are fine off the tee and the green. They are not rocks. I’ll always have them, although I am making a change to include a urethane. To me, it’s just down to price. Some days I lose zero balls, other days, I lose four. Playing something like a ChromeTour/Soft or ProV1—given my game I would never enjoy their benefits unless I stopped using my driver at the tee box. And where’s the fun in that? I will never play the Warbirds or cheap distance balls. They take the fun out of ball hitting and putting for me. I agree on the warbirds, mostly, they hit decent off the tee, but almost no short game abilities, for me anyway. But they were a xmas gift, and I shall do my darndest not to lose them! berkeleybob 1 Quote WITB-Foremost 551's - 3w, 5w, 5-SW (circa 1998), Top Flite 460cc Driver, Adam's 7w, Warrior GW and 60⁰, Odyssey AI-One DB putter. Just an old newbie golfer, trying to learn and improve 1 club at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owengeorge13 Posted February 24 Share Posted February 24 Rob Person 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DHura87 Posted February 27 Share Posted February 27 Why are you playing the ball you are? Vice Pro was a little cheaper option and felt great when I first played it. What drew you to it in the first place? The price point definitely helps being about 10 dollars cheaper a dozen. What made you change from your previous ball? Wanted to be different from others all playing Pro V1. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? No What/Why would make you change again? Currently getting ready to try out the Z Star so guess I already am changing. What ball will you never play, and why? Any of the lower end balls just due to my swing speeds and the performance hit I would take from playing something not ment for higher swing speeds. Rob Person 1 Quote Donald Hura Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USMCSnyper Posted March 1 Share Posted March 1 Why are you playing the ball you are? I play the Maxfli Tour S. What drew you to it in the first place? The testing from this site and TXG confirming it was a great value and performer. What made you change from your previous ball? The value prop. I played Bridgestone BXS based on ballnamic feedback, but the performance on the Tour S is better for me. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? No What/Why would make you change again? It would take a significant performance/value improvement to make me switch. What ball will you never play, and why? Srixon Soft Feel. I always see these in the woods, so they must be bad, right? LOL Derrick, Rob Person and HikingMike 1 2 Quote USMC Veteran and Weekend Golfer Callaway Paradym 10.5 degree Driver; Tensei 1K Blue 50g S Cobra LTDX 3 and 5 woods Titleist T300; C Taper Lite 105R Cleveland Zipcore 54 and 58 Scotty Newport Special Select 2 33 inch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dules Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 I must have 20 dozen in the rack. I win, buy, exchange & have tried almost everything. My "go to" is the Callaway Supersoft. I know MGS hates it but it just seems to work for me & my buddy. I am testing the Supersoft Magna on another buddy's recommendation & the TM Distance plus. Looking for straight distance & they seem to work. As a high ball hitter I can get away with these type of balls. I have to shout out to the Maxfli S as that is my 3 piece ball with Urethane cover. When I wasn't retired & could afford it I was partial to the AVX. I can't get along with any of the "good" TM balls, didn't like the Wilson Triad, or the Maxfli X. Oh, just looked & have 4 dozen Vice Pro Soft in green so I guess I like them also!! HikingMike, TJ Hall and Rob Person 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brogies Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 (edited) Why are you playing the ball you are? I've always loved the ProV1's feel and performance, but I started going in search of more distance, more height, and more spin, so I switched to the ProV1x. What drew you to it in the first place? Titleist, enough said. What made you change from your previous ball? I've played lots of the tour balls, previously playing TP5/x, Vice Pro Plus, and Maxfli Tour. I stopped playing TP5's when the 2023 MyGolfSpy ball testing came out and TP5/x performed abysmally. That's when I made the switch to ProV1/ProV1x. Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? Unless it's pouring rain out, no, I mainly play the same ball. I try not to overcomplicate things. What/Why would make you change again? I'm one of the people forum testing the 2023 Maxfli Tour X with Max Align and I'm amazed at how close in performance it is to the ProV1x. Because of the price difference, I might be switching to Maxfli Tour X the next time I purchase balls. They're that good. What ball will you never play, and why? Not really sure there's a tour ball I wouldn't play if it performed well. But I've never been a fan of Callaway balls just because I don't like the Callaway logo. Pretty superficial, I know. Edited March 3 by brogies Derrick, Rob Person, USMCSnyper and 1 other 3 1 Quote Driver: Ping G430 Max 10K 9º | Ping Tour 2.0 Black 75S Fairway Wood: Ping G430 Max 3W 15º | Ping Tour 2.0 Chrome 75S Hybrids: Ping G425 Max 3H 19º | Tensei Orange 80S & Ping 4i iCrossover 22.5° | Ping Tour 2.0 Chrome 85S Irons: Mizuno JPX921 Forged (5-GW) | Dynamic Gold 120 S300 Wedges: Ping s159 54º & 58º | PING Z-Z115 Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour Ball: ProV1x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_APH Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 With so many great golf balls out there I think it is in some cases hard to go wrong. Price is a huge factor for many and that likely plays a greater role than the performance for many. Rob Person, brogies, HikingMike and 4 others 6 1 Quote as of Nov 6, 2023 (Past WITB) Driver: Paradym TD w/ GD ADDI 6X Driver Shootout! Wood: F7 3 wood 14.5* w/ Motore F1 Shaft Irons: T Series - T200 5 Iron T150 6-9 Iron T100 PW/GW Wedge: Toura Golf - A Spec 53,37,61 degree Putter: Mezz Max! Balls: Vice Pro Plus Drip (Blue/Orange) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BreakfastBall15 Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 7 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said: With so many great golf balls out there I think it is in some cases hard to go wrong. Price is a huge factor for many and that likely plays a greater role than the performance for many. Price is the reason I play the Maxfli Tour S. I was never a person who played one ball consistently but I really liked the AVX. Almost $60 a dozen is ridiculous and multiple reviews claimed it was similar. The ball test saying it was a top ball for low spin with high swing speed was good to see. I’ll always tinker but for the price I don’t see myself switching brogies, Rob Person, William P and 3 others 6 Quote Driver: PXG Black Ops, Ventus Blue 6X Fairways: PXG 0311 XF Gen 5 3 and 5 wood, Project X Riptide CB 6.0 Hybrid: PXG 0311 XF Gen 5 22 degree, Project X Riptide 6.0 Irons: PXG 0311P Gen 5 5-PW, Project X LS 6.5 Wedges: PXG SG2 50, 56(55), Modus 125 Wedge; PXG SG 2 60, KBS 130 Wedge Putter: TaylorMade Spider GT Red SB Ball: Maxfli Tour S MGS Star Grip Review: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/topic/63328-star-grips-2024-forum-review/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 Like so many other aspects of this game, confidence in the ball one plays may be as big of a motivator in which ball to choose as anything else. Feel or the perception of how a ball feels when struck is another factor. Any ball that feels like a rock the day I happen to play that brand immediately scars that ball for life. TJ Hall, William P and Rob Person 3 Quote WITB - Callaway Epic Flash woods, 2019 Apex irons, Mizuno T-Zoid wedges, Ping Anser putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Person Posted March 3 Author Share Posted March 3 10 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said: With so many great golf balls out there I think it is in some cases hard to go wrong. Price is a huge factor for many and that likely plays a greater role than the performance for many. Absolutely. I'm going to say 85% or more of public golfers (not pro's) are willing to sacrifice a small bit of distance and spin to have it be affordable. Of those 85%, 90% probably don't understand half of the science and numbers to the balls they purchase. I say this with confidence because I am/was one of those persons. I am still learning about all the characteristics of the balls I buy. It's the only way to know what works best for me. Understanding things recently related to my swing speed, face impact, AoA, etc has made me realize how a ball can perform (or not!) I realized alot of people replied NO to the " do you change balls due to seasons" question. The reason I put this in there, is that quite a few of the regulars at the course (seniors) use a different ball when it's colder (below 55⁰) and change again in the warmer/hotter months. I found it curious, and thought I would bring it to the masses to see if anyone else does. I've found no real science to back it up though William P, HikingMike, OdinSnipes414 and 4 others 7 Quote WITB-Foremost 551's - 3w, 5w, 5-SW (circa 1998), Top Flite 460cc Driver, Adam's 7w, Warrior GW and 60⁰, Odyssey AI-One DB putter. Just an old newbie golfer, trying to learn and improve 1 club at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE GOLF GUY Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 (edited) 1 hour ago, Rob Person said: Absolutely. I'm going to say 85% or more of public golfers (not pro's) are willing to sacrifice a small bit of distance and spin to have it be affordable. Of those 85%, 90% probably don't understand half of the science and numbers to the balls they purchase. I say this with confidence because I am/was one of those persons. I am still learning about all the characteristics of the balls I buy. It's the only way to know what works best for me. Understanding things recently related to my swing speed, face impact, AoA, etc has made me realize how a ball can perform (or not!) I realized alot of people replied NO to the " do you change balls due to seasons" question. The reason I put this in there, is that quite a few of the regulars at the course (seniors) use a different ball when it's colder (below 55⁰) and change again in the warmer/hotter months. I found it curious, and thought I would bring it to the masses to see if anyone else does. I've found no real science to back it up though A firmer ball (ProV1 , TP5 and such) are harder to compress in colder weather, particularly under the 45* range . Additionally, with that said it also allows a greater margin of error on mishits, ball flight and more . Again, as you said yourself , we aren’t pros! Look at it like blades versus cavity backed irons . Mishits have better results usually with cavity backs over the blades . Playing a different ball in colder weather works for me , but also take in mind that the softer balls generally spin somewhat less around the greens too. I personally think it’s a great idea. Listed below is what I do personally. Hope this helps ! Typical weather 50* + Bridgestone BXS Weather below 45* Bridgestone BRX I should add that I get a huge discount on Bridgestone is why I play them . So for my money I’m getting the best bang for the buck Edited March 4 by THE GOLF GUY TJ Hall, Rob Person and William P 3 Quote Taylormade Stealth 2 10.5* Fujikura Ventus 5 S (tipped an inch) @ upright @9.75* Taylormade Stealth 2 HL 16.5* 3 wood Fujikura Ventus 6 S Taylormade Stealth 2 7 wood Fujikura Ventus 7 S Taylormade P7MC 5-PW Aerotech Steelfiber I 95 gm R Tileist SM09 54 & 60* wedges Ping Anser Bridgestone BXS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ Hall Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 I went through a variety of balls over the last year, while I love Pro V1s, hard for me to justify the price. Currently playing TM Tour Response and it is doing well for me. Found a good deal on used ones recently. Rob Person, brogies, William P and 1 other 3 1 Quote TaylorMade SIM 2 Max Driver TaylorMade Stealth 3 wood Titleist U510 Hybrid (3H) TaylorMade Tour Preferred CB Irons Vokey SM8 Wedges (52/56/60) Odyssey Ai-ONE 7S Putter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuffPutt Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 Ok…I play PV1’s in the summertime but play Topflite Hammer Controls in the winter. Play a lot of golf in 46 to 55 degree weather. It’s a softer ball so I don’t lose as much distance. I have a few guys in my group that only play the Hammer Control it is a good ball. What I find with the less expensive balls they do not hold up very well…18 to 27 holes max. A ProV 1 can last me 36 to 54 holes and still be in good shape. I played 129 holes with one last summer…it got to be a thing with me…all those rounds were in the 70’s too. Rob Person, brogies, William P and 1 other 4 Quote Stoney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbern Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 Why are you playing the ball you are? Vice Pro Drip = Looks Maxfli Tour S = performance/price What drew you to it in the first place? Vice Pro Drip = Looks Maxfli Tour S = Price & MGS ball test results What made you change from your previous ball? MGS ball test results and price per performance (a.k.a. Value). Do you play a different ball depending on the season or weather conditions? No, I try to stick with the same balls all season. I had thought about trying to switch as the weather warms, but the Maxfli Tour S continued to outperform other firmer balls in the simulator, so I think I’m going to stick with it. I do only play the Vice Pro in the summertime because it’s considerably shorter than the Tour S in the wintertime. What/Why would make you change again? Another ball at a better value. I did buy some Snell balls on the cheap to see how they performed for me and they didn’t perform well. So I probably won’t get them again unless the next MGS ball test shows me otherwise. What ball will you never play, and why? LA golf… price Rob Person 1 Quote WITB (link to detailed post here): Driver: LTDx 9* (ProjectX BlueSmoke Stiff) Fairway metals: 3W TSR2 14.25* (ProjectX BlueSmoke Stiff) | 5W Gen4 0341XF (Mitsubishi Tensei Blue 75 S) Hybrid: 4H Gen4 0317XF (Mitsubishi Tensei Blue 75HY S) Irons: 659 CB 5-AW (Project X Rifle 6.0) Wedges: 286 54* & 58* (KBS Tour 120 S) Putter: AL-6 armlock | Unofficial review here Ball: pro drip: red & blue | Tour S Pushcart: 4.0 | '23 MGS Clicgear 4.0 Pushcart Tester | Link here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy_APH Posted March 4 Share Posted March 4 How much does price come into play for most of you? Will you stock up on golf balls now during all these sales or? Rob Person 1 Quote as of Nov 6, 2023 (Past WITB) Driver: Paradym TD w/ GD ADDI 6X Driver Shootout! Wood: F7 3 wood 14.5* w/ Motore F1 Shaft Irons: T Series - T200 5 Iron T150 6-9 Iron T100 PW/GW Wedge: Toura Golf - A Spec 53,37,61 degree Putter: Mezz Max! Balls: Vice Pro Plus Drip (Blue/Orange) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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