Gap in your game: part one
This article signals the start of our ‘Gap in your game’ series, in which we explore the various areas of your game to ensure nothing’s missing for peak golf season.
Equipment
How do golf balls actually differ?
You may have cleaned your clubs, your shoes, and have fresh gloves in the bag ready to go, but are you playing with the right golf balls?
How many times have you hit a bad shot into the water or a nearby field and the frustration you’re feeling as you fish about in your bag for another ball has you completely ignoring what kind of golf ball you’re using? Does it even matter what kind of ball you’re using? Do golf balls actually differ?
Well, if you’re still under the impression that all golf balls are white, dimpled, and come with interchangeable brand logos stamped on them, you’d be wrong! Under the cover, each golf ball has a unique core and composition.
We have a whole range of golf balls in the pro shop, from colourful high-vis golf balls to those with eye-catching alignment aids.
What's the point?
So, what’s the point in choosing one kind of golf ball over the next? And why are there so many kinds available? Well, golf is a rich and challenging game, and there are golfers of all kinds of backgrounds and skill levels. From those just earning their first handicap to the seasoned veterans who hit the course multiple times a week.
Certain golf balls are designed to give the player as much forgiveness on their strikes as possible, while others allow better players to get more spin so they can pitch their shots just right.
You may come across the magic word ‘urethane’ before. This is a type of plastic coating given to certain golf balls. Balls with a urethane cover tend to feel softer and offer more spin on pitch shots while non-urethane balls produce a higher, faster flight.
Please join us as we consider the latest golf balls from Mizuno, and how they’ll suit your ability.
For the high-handicap golfer
If you’re fairly new to golf and you’re wondering which golf ball would be the best to help build up your confidence, Mizuno’s softer golf balls will ease you into the game.
The RB Max golf ball features a dual-construction rubber core on the inside that combines both a softer inner core and a firmer exterior. The result of which is a ball that gives the player fast ball speeds on all strikes. An ionomer outer cover also provides a lasting sense of feel when you’re chipping around the green, giving you more confidence throughout your short game.
If you’re a high-handicap player and you’re wanting to shoot lower scores, the RB Tour ball will certainly benefit your game. This ball offers a very soft feel and has been tried and tested to deliver an ideal balance of compression and dimple configuration. It’s incredibly pleasing to strike and feels good on all shots from tee to green. The ball also offers the player an excellent ball flight thanks to the Axialflow design, offering higher driver flights and flatter wedge flights.
For the consistent ball-striker
Should you be a seasoned single-figure handicap player, you’ll need to have the right gear on-hand to help you seek out the pin every time you approach the green. Mizuno’s RB Tour X golf balls are for the elite player, and will help you hit your shot exactly as you envisaged.
This ball offers the ideal combination of high trajectory with low driver spin to help you push new distances on your tee shots. Not only does the ball have a pleasing soft feel, but the unique 272 dimple design means the dimples look bigger for a more defined look. If you’re on the hunt for a ball that looks as good as it feels to strike, you can’t get much better than this.
Fancy something new?
If you’ve never played with a colourful, high-vis golf ball, you’re surely missing out! You never know, you may just find a view you feel more comfortable with when standing over the ball.
The RB Max golf balls come in a high-optic yellow variation. Not only does this help the ball stand out when you’re looking for it on the fairway or in the rough, but the bright yellow helps you track the ball better in the sky. Why not try something new? Who knows, you might just find your new favourite colour golf ball to play with.
There’s a lot of choice when it comes to getting yourself the right golf ball. If you’re unsure of which kind of ball would be best for your game, we’d be happy to assist and consult you in the pro shop.
