Happy Halloween!
Does a golf ball really make a difference to your game? Is there any significant difference between the top-of-the-line manufacturers’? After some research, I would suggest there is a big difference. Through the years, I started off with Canada Cup (Spalding), Canada Club (Acushnet), Ultra (Wilson), Slanzenger (Slanzenger), many varies of Titleist and Callaway. Each change was driven by my increase in skill level.
For the past 3 years, I played Pro V1 and Pro V1x. However, I have found that I do not have the same feel or touch or something from them, so I have looked for another ball. At the end of last year, I won a dozen Srixon Q Star golf balls at men’s night and decided to give them a try. I really like them. So, I think during the upcoming season, I will start using the Q Star as my primary ball; with the right to change if needed.
Choosing a ball is difficult. Deciding which ball is best for you is no easy feat. Really, it comes down to personal preference. You can use a ball selector from Global Golf, which I did an ended up being directed to Q Star (go figure), or do research with the criteria at Golf Smith. Galaxy Golf has a great chart to compare all the golf balls and more importantly why the ball was designed. It provides an overview of most golf balls and is a good resource.
Even Jack Nicklaus has a newly released system for choosing a golf ball to simplify the entire process. On a side note, his golf balls are sold to support his and Barbara’s charity: Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. Jack’s efforts to simply the ball selection process is something that most manufacturers try to accomplish, but their advertising hype seems to get in the way. I like Jack’s simple approach and would be interested to hear of anyone has played his golf balls.
Regardless of how you choose your golf ball, ensure it feels right for you. I have played with scratch handicappers who use inexpensive balls and those who play the top-rated balls. I could provide lots of advice, but unfortunately it would only apply to my game.
If I was to provide any advice it would be this: try different types and do not be afraid to change. Once you find the ball you like, stick to it for a bit to make sure. The choice is all yours and the right ball for your game will build confidence and ultimately lower your score. Which ball do you use?
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
The Grateful Golfer 
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have at it.
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Thanks,
Cheers
Jim
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As such, many golfers suffered from fatigue and diminished concentration long
before they reached the 18th hole. The calculations of handicaps are
resolute by golf clubs or golfers society. All previous winners will be on hand except
for Seve Ballesteros, who passed away in 2011.
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There are many apps, but which ones should
you consider. Your swing starts with your feet and the right balance comes from
having good shoes. Understanding this basic is important as you will understand
how a good golf swing should be performed.
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Very good points.
Cheers
Jim
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Funny enough I did not get on too well with the Srixon. Seem to get a better result from the ProV1, but have also used Callaway. Have not yet tried the Nicklaus ball yet, in fact I have not seen that ball in New Zealand yet.
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What did not work for you with the Srixon?
I know it releases a lot, but I am thinking I will get a bit more distance. Additionally, it is suppose to be very straight.
Cheers
Jim
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Not sure what did not work, I just never seemed to score well when playing a Srixon. I guess if you could see my swing it might explain a lot.Tied third today, so it can not be all bad.
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You are playing well. Thanks for the thoughts on the Srixon ball. I have had the same experience with the Bridgestone ball. Just never scored well.
Cheers
Jim
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Thanks Jim, and goodnight, I am now off to bed. Living so far in front of everyone else can be a burden.
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the golf balls at the range have been hit so often they have lost some of their spring. if your hitintg drives farther at the range than on the course it\’s because of the fact that the mat or the tee isn\’t changing.you get use to hitintg the ball from that one position, on the course each shot is different and requires you to adjust.theoretically if you can hit a ball close to the 300 yard maker at the range, you should be able to do this at course but it usually doesn\’t work out that way.
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Lorena
Great points. That is why we practice on the range and play on the course. The more we groove our swing on the range, the greater chance of repeating it on the course. I agree about the golf balls on the range, some are less that ideal for hitting. Thanks for the comment.
Cheers
Jim
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Hi Lorena, thanks for your thoughts, but I did not publish that story, it came from Jim, The Grateful Golfer.
Pete
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I was Pro V1x on the ball selector. Nice balls indeed, but I normally play with a “high rotation” of balls, so have to keep to a cost category below V1x and the likes.
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Pro V1 are great balls. Time will tell if the Srixon work out or not. Thanks for commenting.
Cheers
Jim
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