Opinions on the nike one platinum

[Wisconsin Golfer]

I just bought my first box of ONE PLATINUM. I usually don't buy top end balls like this, however I think that my game is at the point where a good ball could make a difference. What do you guys and girls think about them?

[wagon b0y]

haven't used them, but i think reviews say they have a lot of spin. More than the pro v1.


I have switched from prov1's to taylormade TP Reds.

[joshtpa]

I did a review on them from my golfballselector thread. They were too soft for me. I found myself losing distance. They were kind of like eggs. But spun like crazy.

[GaijinGolfer]

Ive tried a dozen Nike One Platinums a while back. They are pretty soft and they spin pretty good, I just dont like the price.
Personally, I think that Pro V1s spin more than Nike One Platinums.
They are nice golfballs, but I cant see spending that much money on golfballs.

[bogeyhitter25]

I'm a cheap-o, and I'm proud of it. If I were to buy balls, they'd be the cheapest Srixons there are. I think the lowest they are are around $20. I am in love with these. My aunt gave me a sleeve of them, and they have to be one of the nicest balls I've ever hit. I, personally, dislike the One Platinums. I think they are a bit overrated, and overpriced.

[Travis13]

I personally like the TopFlite D2 line of balls. They are made by Callaway and come in: Feel, Straight, and Distance versions. And they are $18 for 15 balls!!!

[mruseless]

I like them a lot, but this year I switched to the Nike OneBlack. A little straighter and longer off the tee. And since I can't spin the ball consistently, I didn't notice a huge difference between the OneBlack and the OnePlatinum. I can definitely spin the Pro v1 more than either, however. But I don't like the feel of the Pro v1 nor the length off my driver and woods (shorter than the OneBlack).

I buy them from a guy who sells used balls for charity. He only sells spotless balls and even packages them in original boxes! $15 a dozen and you can't tell they are not new, other than some of them have corporate logos.

[NBGC]

Going from the Freak to argueably the spinniest ball out there may be a rude awakening to your hdcp.

If you're used to premium spin balls then your adjustment shouldn't take long. Like other's have posted they spin ALOT. I used V1's for a bit when I thought I could handle them, but when my swing was just a "little" off, esp on my driver, the ball would end up in the bushes instead of the rough. So if your Freak tails off 5-10 yds off centerline, the V1's and Plat's will prolly be 30 yd's off center and lose 30 yds distance due to the slice/hook.

If you have exp with premium's then go for it, as an 11 hdcp you should have a pure swing most of the time and the spin will help your short game.

If you don't know how to control your spin off the tee and wedge's then I would slowly work my way up with NXT Tours, E5+/E6+, Gamer's, etc up to the better balls V1/x, 330/s, Tour iX's and then the Nike Plat.

[Wisconsin Golfer]

I expect there to be alot of difference between my usual FREAKS and the ONE PLATINUM. I guess I hope that it is a good difference. I will find out tommorrow, 9/5/08. I can always switch back. Wish me luck. I will let you all know.

[walfice]

Im currently using the platinums and like them alot. I do feel like I lose a little bit of distance, but only a little. They do spin very well but no more than a pro v1 in my opinion. They are wrecked after 1 round though. If I was a little more flush with money I would probably replace it after 9-12 holes. I have been trying lots of premium/tour balls this year and I think I will stick with the pro v1 when these platinums have run out. They are that good haha.

[JohnTwing]

I play everything Nike, but the Platinums are way too spinny for me. It really exaggerates slices. Very good for use on Par 3's though :)

And echoing walfice's sentiment, I find I need to use my Nike Blacks for about 9 holes, otherwise they just get way too beat up.

[paulthewitt]

I long for the day when i can discuss golf balls like you guys. I can see the difference and LOVE the Pro V1.....from the few times i have found them in the bushes. However, im still at a point in my game where i lose an average of 2 - 3 balls a round. The other day, i lost a ball of the tee par 3....very embarrassing) took a drop with a Pro V1 i had found and then chipped it into the hole from 60-70 yards....lovely....

....i then went and bashed it of the tee about 500 yards into the Out of bounds...not even a slice,just an "as the bird flies" quickest route to getting lost.

If i bought these balls each round of golf would cost me double!


....anyway, back to the subject matter. I would buy Pro V1's. Not sure about the USA, but in the UK theyre a little cheaper than platinums, and that many pros cant be wrong. The Pro V1 must be the favourite for a reason!

[joshtpa]

You should not be embarrassed to lose 2-3 balls per round if you are a 28. That is damn good.

[907golfer12]

You should not be embarrassed to lose 2-3 balls per round if you are a 28. That is damn good.

Agreed and quoted for truth

[Wisconsin Golfer]

I returned the NIKE ONE PLATINUMS and got two boxes of FREAKS and change. I am playing good with the FREAKS so why fix what ain't broke, plus I am a CALLAWAY man. TOP FLITE FREAKS are made in the U.S.A. and that still means something to me.

p.s. I don't want my slice back and that could happen with the NIKEs. I thank you all for the input.

[Redbird]

i want to try nike platinum golf balls, i think the black wouldn't be my fit

[joshtpa]

i want to try nike platinum golf balls, i think the black wouldn't be my fit

Im going to go out on a limb and say that you are a fan of Nike???

[Redbird]

i have practically all nike equipment except golf balls and shoes