ball recommendation

[dougstein]

swing speed averages 85mph. drive distance 195-230.
spin for control around the greens is a must.
if you fit this profile, what ball have you found is your best fit? thanks for the advice.

doug.

[TyCobb]

Bridgestone E5+.

[walfice]

If your priority is spin around the greens then a premium/tour ball will be the best for you. Most of them are designed for slightly higher swing speeds than yours though, (eg the new Nike one tour and tour d are designed for 90+ mph swing speeds). Try the Bridgestone B330RX, its a premium ball designed for swings less than 105mph.
Also, have a look at the manufacturers websites, many of them do an online fitting.

[Snake]

  TyCobb said:

Bridgestone E5+.

Yes, also Titleist NXT Tour and Srixon AD333

[elchene]

The new Srixon Z-Star ball might work too, I think it's meant for slower swing speed. I've been testing the Bridgestone B330 RX, which is a great ball. Also try Burner TP.

[MI Rob]

Titleist NXT Tour or the Bridgestone e+ line.

[beachbreak]

If you have a tendency to hook or slice, a high spin ball will hurt your long game accuracy. If on the other hand, you don't have this problem, then I highly recommend the Bridgestone e5+, which is a high spin ball. Medium spin balls are a great compromise for me. I like the TopFlite Gamer, D2 Feel, and even the Noodle Softest which I think is a hecka of a good value at $24.00 for a double-dozen at Walmart. The course I play most is really tight with alot of natural water hazards. Also, if I hit it in the brush, there are snakes and all sorts of other bad things. I don't like to spend too much time looking for my ball in those areas. That's why I don't play premium balls.

[TyCobb]

I've actually played both the E5+ and the Noodle Softest. The Softest is a clicky off the putter and doesn't hold well at all on chip shots, which annoys me. The Softest does get some spin off the lower irons, just not a greenside ball. The E5+ is awesome for the price and checks well around the greens.

[wedge player]

  dougstein said:

swing speed averages 85mph. drive distance 195-230.

try the new nike one vapors its a tour quality ball built for slowr swing speeds about 25 bucks a dozen

[Stacey_E]

88 mph here. 220 to 240 with the ocassional rope 260 (about once MAYBE twice a round). The 6 iron is my 150 club. If you want a ball that hits high, clicks good off the putter and is very durable I'd recommend the e5+. If you need a mid flight, softer feel and don't mind a little ball wear then I'd go with the NXT Tour. Both of these balls spin great around the green. I've never seen a 2-piece spin like the e5+.

[Big Jon]

Doug, I swing around 85 mph too. I have to say- I'm in love with the Nike One Vapor I posted this about it the other day

"I have to say it is a great three piece ball, awesome distance, felt solid but not too hard, The cover is really tough, took a cart path off a high hybrid shot with only a minor scuff. The feel was really good, a few chips from 20 yard in and it stuck well. I had several 100 yds in and it seemed to spin good, Not like a well struck pro v but pretty close. It putted well, the feedback and sound is nice. I think I have found a new ball for 2009."

[PiKapp23]

Based on what you have said, I have to be another that says check out the Bridgestone e5+. It's perfect for what your posted stats and what you say you want. The e6+ would be longer probably, but the e5+ has urethane cover which is great greenside. If I'm not mistaken, it's the only ball in the price range with urethane cover.

[LongDrive04]

ZIP

It's a Fantastic ball

[tooley99]

Less expensive options (but still great balls):

TM Burner
Nike Power Distance Soft
Noodle+
Pinnacle Exception (best for the $)