Old vs. New ProV1x

[Hackerpratt]

Ok, i am looking for some real data here. I listened to the podcast about the differences between the old and new ProV1x, but it sounded to me like the ball cover durability was really the bigest change.

Has anyone seen any data concerning diferences in distance between the two balls?

The reason I am asking is I have 9 boxes left of last years and I am golf nut who wants to make sure I am not missing out on 3 extra yards, ha ha.

thanks for the feedback!

[Norm3333]

You probably are missing out on some distance and need to dump your 9 boxes. I am willing to take those crummy balls off of your hands for $20/dozen. Deal?

[Petden]

There isnt much of a difference distance-wise but durability is the major change. They made the new 09's to better withstand the vicious attacks of the SM vokeys and those other nasty wedges.

[iacas]

  Hackerpratt said:

Ok, i am looking for some real data here. I listened to the podcast about the differences between the old and new ProV1x, but it sounded to me like the ball cover durability was really the bigest change.

And a bit more distance added to the Pro V1. Also, Pro V1 spins a bit more off the irons.

  Hackerpratt said:

Has anyone seen any data concerning diferences in distance between the two balls?

It's going to vary quite a bit from golfer to golfer. Either way, you're likely not missing out on a substantial amount of anything - distance, spin, etc. - by playing a slightly older ball.

[Hackerpratt]

  Norm3333 said:

You probably are missing out on some distance and need to dump your 9 boxes. I am willing to take those crummy balls off of your hands for $20/dozen. Deal?

Hey, i might be willing to cut that deal with you for 5 boxes. PM me and we can chat.

Thanks,

[Zeph]

Last year I played on some balls from 2005/2006, I hope the newer ones are more durable. One shot with a wedge and the ball is wasted.

[mikelaw]

I tried prov1x for the first time yesterday and the feel was great but there was a tiny bit of ballooning compared to my other favorite balls...

Not a ton but defineately noticeable. Prov1 is the next ball I will try and I think it will launch a bit lower...

[CJL]

  mikelaw said:

I tried prov1x for the first time yesterday and the feel was great but there was a tiny bit of ballooning compared to my other favorite balls...

I'm also experimenting with the Pro-V1x. I really like these balls...more distance but still soft around the greens and they spin plenty for my game. That said, I'd be really surprised if the V1 has a lower ball flight because it has more dimples and more spin. I think you'll find that it'll actually fly higher. Just my 2 cents.