Wade.... This is just my $0.02 but to be honest with you dude unless you're a +3 or 4 or better in the handicap area I really don't think it makes a heck of alot of difference if you play a $20 box of noodles or warbirds or a $50 box of Pro V1s. The important thing is you try out a few different types - distance, control, etc. and find one that you get the response out of that you like. Personally, I noodle+ long and softs. This may be because my parents send them to me on holidays and over the course of the past few years thats what I've like playing. heck, I've been shooting in the mid 70s the past few weeks so they can't be too bad. The point being what matters is that you're comfortable in anticipating how the ball is going to behave. Don't buy 2nd round balls xcept for shags and don't buy topflite or pinnacles or any of the cheaper brands.. spend around 20 to 24 dollars for a dozen... Golf galaxy has noodles on special right now for 2 for 25 dollars.