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wolverine_man Dedicated Member

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Hello everyone, this is my first thread. I've been researching balls a lot lately and I was wondering what you all might think would be a great ball for me to try. I currently play the Pro-V1 and I like everything but the price. Then again, I haven't tried some of the newer balls on the market so maybe there is something out there better for me.

I was reading about the Bridgestone B330 RX and B 330S as well as the Pro-V1X. What is important to me is distance and feel around the greens. Here are my stats:

Driver
Launch: 11 - 12*
Ball Speed: 146mph
Club Speed: 100-102
Distance: Usually, 250-280 yds
Handicap: 9
Occasional golfer - a few times a month.

Any suggestions?

In a staff blue  Aerolite III

Razr Hawk 10.5* (BB 63 S)
Orig Steelhead 4W 16.8* (F)
Orig Steelhead 7W 20* (M-10)
 JPX-800 Pro 4-pw (XP S300)

 MP-T Blk Ni 51.06, MP-T Blk Ni 56.14, MP-T Blk Ni 58.10

  Bettinardi BC-1 (34")

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wrx_junki Great Member

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Taylormade TP golf balls are on sale, 2 for $55. Also, you may want to try out TopFlite Gamers.

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wolverine_man Dedicated Member

wolverine_man

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Thanks. I guess I don't mind paying more for a good golf ball if I benefit from it. I don't golf too often and a dozen balls lasts me more than a season. I was just curious about what's available. As you can see, my equipment is over ten years old. I was really crushing the '07 TM Burner driver last night at the local golf shop. Might have to pick that one up.

In a staff blue  Aerolite III

Razr Hawk 10.5* (BB 63 S)
Orig Steelhead 4W 16.8* (F)
Orig Steelhead 7W 20* (M-10)
 JPX-800 Pro 4-pw (XP S300)

 MP-T Blk Ni 51.06, MP-T Blk Ni 56.14, MP-T Blk Ni 58.10

  Bettinardi BC-1 (34")

TM TP Black


amcquay Well Established Member

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If you can, pick up a sleeve of the Nike One Tour D and try them out. I've been pleasantly surprised at their combination of distance off the tee and control/spin around the green.

Leftygolfer Great Member

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I have recommended these before and will again. Get the Prov-1 practice off TGW. They are exactly the same except the paint isn't perfect and less than 30 bucks. Usually you can't tell where the issue is. I don't know if they are on there now but I have had a number of boxes and alway been happy.

Brian


CG031 Great Member

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Titleist ProV1x. Played with one ball my entire golf tournament yesterday - they've improved the durability of them. The Callaway's scuff much easier.

Driver Ping G10 10.5*
Hybrids Ping G5 (3) 19* Bridgestone J36 (4) 22*
Irons Mizuno MP-57 5-PW
Wedges Srixon WG-504 52.08 Bridgestone WC Copper 56.13
Putter 33" Scotty Cameron Studio Select #2


wolverine_man Dedicated Member

wolverine_man

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Titleist ProV1x. Played with one ball my entire golf tournament yesterday - they've improved the durability of them. The Callaway's scuff much easier.

I am def. interested in this ball. Do you think my club head speed is high enough?

In a staff blue  Aerolite III

Razr Hawk 10.5* (BB 63 S)
Orig Steelhead 4W 16.8* (F)
Orig Steelhead 7W 20* (M-10)
 JPX-800 Pro 4-pw (XP S300)

 MP-T Blk Ni 51.06, MP-T Blk Ni 56.14, MP-T Blk Ni 58.10

  Bettinardi BC-1 (34")

TM TP Black


gilwood Established Member

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Go to golf galaxy and do the swing monitor for $20. They'll recommend a the perfect ball for your launch angle, club swing speed and ball spin. Note: This is mainly aimed at your driver however.

CG031 Great Member

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I am def. interested in this ball. Do you think my club head speed is high enough?

Absolutely. Mine is around 95 mph (w/ the driver) and I play this ball and it seemingly works as well as any other ball I've tried.

Driver Ping G10 10.5*
Hybrids Ping G5 (3) 19* Bridgestone J36 (4) 22*
Irons Mizuno MP-57 5-PW
Wedges Srixon WG-504 52.08 Bridgestone WC Copper 56.13
Putter 33" Scotty Cameron Studio Select #2


DavidFehertysBike Great Member

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You'll probably see good results with the 1x off the tee, but you might struggle to compress it properly with the irons. My swing speed is about 105-110 and i use the regular proV for this reason. I lose off of the tee some, but i make it back up with the irons.
THE WEAPONS CACHE..

Titleist 909 D2 9.5 Degree Driver| Titleist 906f4 13.5 degree 3-Wood | Titleist 909 17 & 21 degree hybrid | Titleist AP2 irons
Titleist Vokey Wedges - 52 & 58 | Scotty Cameron Studio Select Newport 2 Putter | ProV1 Ball

CG031 Great Member

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You'll probably see good results with the 1x off the tee, but you might struggle to compress it properly with the irons. My swing speed is about 105-110 and i use the regular proV for this reason. I lose off of the tee some, but i make it back up with the irons.

The only reason I like Prov1X more than the regular V1 is because I found the prov1 spins too much for me around the greens. I like a ball with a little less spin, but respectable spin (not a top flite) around the greens.

Driver Ping G10 10.5*
Hybrids Ping G5 (3) 19* Bridgestone J36 (4) 22*
Irons Mizuno MP-57 5-PW
Wedges Srixon WG-504 52.08 Bridgestone WC Copper 56.13
Putter 33" Scotty Cameron Studio Select #2


DavidFehertysBike Great Member

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The only reason I like Prov1X more than the regular V1 is because I found the prov1 spins too much for me around the greens. I like a ball with a little less spin, but respectable spin (not a top flite) around the greens.

The 09 version doesnt spin as much as the old model did. It seems that way to me, anyway.

THE WEAPONS CACHE..

Titleist 909 D2 9.5 Degree Driver| Titleist 906f4 13.5 degree 3-Wood | Titleist 909 17 & 21 degree hybrid | Titleist AP2 irons
Titleist Vokey Wedges - 52 & 58 | Scotty Cameron Studio Select Newport 2 Putter | ProV1 Ball

Leftygolfer Great Member

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You'll probably see good results with the 1x off the tee, but you might struggle to compress it properly with the irons. My swing speed is about 105-110 and i use the regular proV for this reason. I lose off of the tee some, but i make it back up with the irons.

I agree with this. I did play the X for a while and loved it off the tee. But with the irons, it felt hard. The 09 balls seem harder than the previous ones. My iron play is weak so I feel like the extra spin helps me a bit.

Brian


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The 09 version doesnt spin as much as the old model did. It seems that way to me, anyway.

Oh, well, I only used the Prov1 and Prov1x's the 2008 version. That is what our school gives us for free so that's what I use, haha.

Driver Ping G10 10.5*
Hybrids Ping G5 (3) 19* Bridgestone J36 (4) 22*
Irons Mizuno MP-57 5-PW
Wedges Srixon WG-504 52.08 Bridgestone WC Copper 56.13
Putter 33" Scotty Cameron Studio Select #2


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I have been playing for many years, and just started getting more serious about my game. I didn't even know the ball made a difference, I am learning a lot from you guys, thanks.

wolverine_man Dedicated Member

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I went to Golf Galaxy actually, and those were my swing stats with the driver I plan on purchasing. Still think the Pro-V1 is a good ball to stick with? I've just been hearing good things about the Bridgestones and no one seems to mention them on here.

In a staff blue  Aerolite III

Razr Hawk 10.5* (BB 63 S)
Orig Steelhead 4W 16.8* (F)
Orig Steelhead 7W 20* (M-10)
 JPX-800 Pro 4-pw (XP S300)

 MP-T Blk Ni 51.06, MP-T Blk Ni 56.14, MP-T Blk Ni 58.10

  Bettinardi BC-1 (34")

TM TP Black


Caddyshack Well Established Member

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I went to Golf Galaxy actually, and those were my swing stats with the driver I plan on purchasing. Still think the Pro-V1 is a good ball to stick with? I've just been hearing good things about the Bridgestones and no one seems to mention them on here.

The Bridgestone B330s is a fantastic ball, has all the qualities of the Pro V1; good distance , great spin more a hop and stop rather than suck back 6f, the only thing the V1 is better on is the putter but thats personal preferance.

Is there any truth to the rumour that Nike balls are actually made by Bridgestone??

gilwood Established Member

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I went to Golf Galaxy actually, and those were my swing stats with the driver I plan on purchasing. Still think the Pro-V1 is a good ball to stick with? I've just been hearing good things about the Bridgestones and no one seems to mention them on here.

When you went to GG, you didn't get a report of the balls that are custom fitted to you? When I hit 10 balls with my driver I got this report:

And then a custom ball fitting report as well:

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