The surprise on the list is the Callaway Chrome Soft X LS which didn’t spin less than the standard Callaway Chrome Soft X under the conditions tested. While 2023’s test was the largest we’ve ever conducted, the goal remains unchanged: We want to help you find the best golf ball for yourgame. Table of Contents In this section, we detail the consistency of the Mizuno RB Tour. It’s a measure of how similar the balls in our sample were to one another, relative to all of the models we’ve tested to date. For each test condition, a calibration ball ( Titleist Pro V1) was used to establish the baseline. This allowed us to split balls into smaller groups to help mitigate the impact of changing environmental conditions. Using a control ball also allows us to make meaningful comparisons across ball groups. How Balls Were Grouped The extreme spin of the Pinnacle Range balls is a great example of why they shouldn’t be used in a fitting environment.

While ball manufacturers often differentiate between driver and iron/wedge spin, the reality is that, if a ball spins of a driver, it’s going to spin off irons and full (and even partial) wedge shots, too. TP5: The softer of the two models has added some speed with a larger core. The ball launches slightly lower but produces plenty of spin off the wedge. The calibration ball was used to establish a baseline for the data presented. Values for each metric are derived from the percentage difference for each ball model relative to the control ball in its group. Key Findings 1. High Compression Golf Balls Can Work for Nearly Everyone We would make different dimples and test them in our wind tunnel,” says Voshall. “Lift and drag go hand-in-hand, so for someone to say we’ve minimized drag but still have plenty of lift – there’s some bullshit in there because they go together.”Whether anyone finds it “hard to believe” isn’t particularly relevant; it’s simply what happened under the conditions tested. Low-flying options with strong distance showings include the Srixon Z-Star (the lowest of the bunch), the Bridgestone TOUR B X and the TaylorMade TP5, which offered the steepest descent angle. With exception of the Titleist AVX and Tour Speed, the longest balls for this group were largely above 85 compression. As expected, the list of top-10 fastest balls at 115 mph comprises mostly high-compression offerings, including the Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash, Maxfli Tour X, Srixon Z-Star Diamond, and the Titleist Pro V1x. The lowest-spinning balls were the Seed SD-02, Bridgestone TOUR B RX, TaylorMade Tour Response, VICE Pro Soft and Bridgestone TOUR B RXS.

We can’t emphasize this enough: It doesn’t matter if you shoot 68 or 108; the golf ball is the only piece of equipment you use on every shot. As we’ve noted on several occasions, the totality of golf ball performance comes from speed, spin, and flight. The highest-flying without regard for distance rank were the Seed SD-02 and SD-01 along with the VICE Pro Plus and LA Golf ball. The performance characteristics of the ball fit a niche of the ball-fitting world where not a lot of options exist.It’s why market shares don’t flip flop overnight and why changing buying habits is a long term – and often costly – proposition. Below you’ll find we’ve broken this article down into distinct categories to help you find the best golf ball for your game. Feel free to skip ahead or scroll on to learn more about that test, methodology, and key findings. Mizuno’s own testing and 3D simulations against the usual suspects (ProV1, ChromeSoft, Tour B, Srixon, etc.) showed a lower trajectory with virtually the same carry. While initial velocities were identical, Mizuno says the RB Tour balls showed higher velocities at peak height and at descent. The real performance difference, says Voshall, will be found with irons, particularly mid- and long-irons. The fastest balls are, again, high-compression offerings. They include the Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash, Maxfli Tour X, Srixon Z-Star Diamond, PXG Xtreme, and Wilson Staff Model.

You’re going to get free ball speed due to higher compression,” he says. “If you battle flight, if you already spin a lot and any more spin will be detrimental to your distance, then the RB Tour is going to help you more due to reduced spin. The lower compression, while it does equal lower ball speed, also equals lower driver spin. You don’t need to sacrifice speed to get what you want from a golf ball. Unless what you want from the ball is an excessively soft feel, you don’t need to sacrifice speed to get the trajectory and spin you need. Lower-flying options outside the top 10 are the Inesis Tour 900, Kirkland Performance+ V3 and the Snell MTB Prime X. While subtle differences matter to some degree, there’s not much separation at the top of the table beyond those few balls. I knew a Bruce when I was young – a real loser. That logically proves that all Bruce’s are losers. Everyone knows anecdotal evidence is the very best. I mean, just ask Shepard. He knows it’s true. Bruce’s are all garbage. It’s common sense. It is stated repeatedly by this MyGolfSpy crew used balls that you find on the fairway are the worst. However, James uses them anyway. And, I have fed over 10,000 meals to the homeless. Not a waste. What they generally need, though, is legal help. Whatever you do, don’t give money or attention to a Bruce. All losers. As I said, I found it ironical this crew states they hate people with personal opinions based on nothing but their own experiences making wild and unsubstantiated claims (using only anecdotal evidence). LOL!!!A single ball in the sample failed to meet our standard for roundness. Accordingly, we flagged it as bad. Inspection Centeredness and Concentricity

Chances are you have an adjustable driver so once you’ve found the ball the performs best through the rest of the bag, take advantage of the driver’s adjustability and tune it to fit the ball. RXS: The softest option of the four caters to average-swing-speed players who want to maximize their short-game spin. For high speed driver, Total Distance = Measured Carry Yards + USGA Bounce and Roll formula Total Distance Observations: Without regard for distance, the TaylorMade TP5 and Maxfli Tour X were also notable for higher flight.The RB Tour and RB Tour X are virtually identical balls, with the only difference being compression. Both balls have the same dimple pattern and Cone Dimple geometry, as well as the same 4-piece construction with a urethane cover, ionomer mantle layer and a similar dual core with graduated firmness made from Butadiene rubber. Like last year there are three flavors to cover every driver need: Stealth 2, Stealth 2 Plus, and the Stealth 2 HD. While the Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash was the longest ball and the best ball for distance, the Top 10 shows a mix of high-, mid- and low-compression offerings.