Titleist Pro V1 Practice

[AbsoluteZero]

Did a search and didn't see a thread on this, although I'm sure there is one.

What's the REAL difference in the Pro V1 Practice ball. The kid at the shop told me they are the un-hit balls from the range at tournaments. This sounded a bit fishy to me since there aren't that many tournaments and I can't imagine they have thousands or even millions of balls left over to box up and send out.

My assumption is that these balls are either like x-outs or just balls that they don't send through some sort of verification test to ensure they are compliant or something, but I don't know the real difference.

anyone know for sure what the difference is?

[ctw262]

http://www.titleist.com/customerserv...d=62475&bhcp;=1

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION
What is the difference between Pro V1 Practice and Pro V1 X-out golf balls?

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the differences between Titleist Pro V1 Practice and Pro V1 X-Out golf balls.

The Acushnet Company invests significant time and effort to ensure that our products are Best-in-Class in terms of quality, performance and consistency. As such, in the rare event one of our products fails to meet USGA requirements for size, weight, velocity or any other conformance criteria we destroy rather than market such products.

As such, only products that are of a minimal defect are available for purchase. These products are available in two offerings:

1. Pro V1 Practice golf balls are conforming products that differ only due to a cosmetic blemish such as paint, ink or registration of stamping. Pro V1 Practice golf balls do not have any construction or performance deficiencies.

2. Pro V1 X-Out golf balls are also conforming products. However, they usually have a cosmetic blemish and/or occasionally have a minor physical defect that should not significantly affect its performance. More often than not, the physical condition causing the ball to be stamped as an X-Out is so minute that it is not recognizable by the player.

Both products may be used in the casual round of golf including those with scores posted for handicaps, and most competitions, with the possible exception of high level competitions invoking the Local Rule requiring balls to be on the List of Conforming Golf Balls. Please refer to the USGA Official Rules on the subject listed below for your reference:

Q: May I use a ball stamped with "Practice" or "X-Out" to play a round of golf?

A: Our present policy provides that if the List of Conforming Golf Balls or the One Ball Condition is in effect, a practice or logo ball may be used provided the other markings on the ball (i.e., pole and seam) correspond exactly to a ball listing on the current List of Conforming Golf Balls. Balls labeled with ''PRACTICE'' or a circled ''P'', are essentially treated as a logo ball (such as a Mickey Mouse emblem). A player's name stamped on the ball is also acceptable. However, the original ball markings (i.e., pole and seam markings) must be readable in order for a Rules Official to determine whether that ball is on the List of Conforming Golf Balls. X-Out balls are not permitted to be used in any competition in which the List of Conforming Golf Balls or the One Ball Condition is in effect. However, if neither of these Conditions are in effect, X-Out balls may be used because all balls are presumed to conform unless they have been tested and found not to conform or are obviously non-conforming (e.g., too small or too heavy). (See Decisions 5-1/4 and US/5-1/101).

As a result of the potential for an X-Out to be non-conforming if tested, we do not recommend using this model during tournament play.

We appreciate you allowing us to clarify this matter and wish you much success with your game. Thank you for making Titleist an integral part of your game, as well as the #1 ball in golf.

[Fat Slice]

The Pro V1 is overpriced. There are some people who would like to play it but won't pay $4/ball. For them, the "Practice" ball is perfect. It plays *exactly* the same. Of course, you get a mix of model generations and V1 and V1x in the same box, which is ridiculous. You also get a big "PRACTICE" stamped on your ball, which, to the self-conscious, might be disturbing.

[ChiChiIsMe]

The Pro V1 is overpriced.

I assume you know what they say about opinions........

[AbsoluteZero]

http://www.titleist.com/customerserv...d=62475&bhcp;=1

Best response I've received to a forum question in a long time. Thanks!

Next time I should probably check the manufactures site first :)

[ctw262]

All I did was type pro v1 practice into google and that was the first to come up. Not very hard on my part. lol

[iluv5pam]

i've used them. can't tell the difference. good bang for the buck.

[hawkeye]

What about R&A; rules?

i've used PRACTICE balls a lot (though not in competition) and they are no different - I believe what Titleist say

[Dub]

All I did was type pro v1 practice into google and that was the first to come up. Not very hard on my part. lol

Great info.....great response.

I play with a couple of guys about once every 6 weeks or so who game these practice balls. They seem to love 'em. One guy is the longest player I've ever played with...routinely averaging excess of 300yds of the tee. He's playing to a 3 hcp and is pleased with them.....that's about all the endorsement that I need. I see them for sale for less than I'm paying for E5+ balls. I may give 'em a try next time....