In the last post I talked about the importance of using the correct golf ball as well as listing all the different factors that affect a golf ball’s performance. Now we’re going to move on to you – and more specifically the parts of your game that help you determine what golf ball you should be playing.
There are two parts of your game that you need to think about before you go spending money on your next sleeve of golf balls
Swing Speed
The first thing you need to do is think about your golf swing for a second. Do you have a slow, medium or fast swing? If you’re not sure you can have your swing speed measured using some of the fancy equipment available at many large retail outlets these days. Or you could just ask your pro – they will probably be able to look at your swing and give you a rough estimate of your swing speed.
Your swing speed will affect the compression of the ball you should be playing. All you really need to know is that the slower your swing speed, the lower the compression of the ball you should be playing. This will help you maximize your distance.
Ball Flight & Short Game
Basically we are talking about your ball control here. Golf ball’s have different spin characteristics and these can be used to get more out of your game, as well as to minimize the effects of your weaknesses.
Let’s say for example you have a wicked slice that you are really struggling to control. This is obviously going to result in sprayed shots, lost balls, and if you are compensating for it by starting the ball left, then you are sacrificing distance as well.
What you can do is look for a ball that is going to minimize the size of your slice, and maximize your distance. You want a low spin ball, probably of a two piece construction and the compression will then depend on your swing speed.
If you’re at the other end of the skill scale, then you are going to be looking more for performance balls that can maximize your touch around the greens. High spin balls with softer covers will do the job and a little trial and error will be required to test a few golf balls that fit this description and find the one that suits you best.
And that’s basically all you really need to know.
We could go into a lot more depth, but in the end as long as you know that there are steps you can take to get more out of your game by choosing the right ball then you are on the right track. For more detailed information you can then go in and discuss things with your professional who should be up to date on golf ball technology and can point you in the right direction.
Golf Ball Selector
There is also a resource which you might be interested in that can help you scientifically select the right ball for your game. You’ve heard of having clubs fitted right? Well this is a service that will fit you for a golf ball. They will assess all the factors mentioned above and provide you with a short-list of golf balls that best match your requirements. You can then test these out and choose for yourself.
I’ll be honest, this service isn’t for everybody. But I will say this…there are currently over 100 golf balls on the market. If you’re the sort of golfer who has only really tried 1 or 2 of these balls, but you’d like to consider some of the others that are out there, than this is exactly what you need. You’ll be surprised at the results that it turns up for you.
Next up…
OK…from here we are going to move into the good stuff. Hunting down cheap deals on golf balls. I’ll start off by looking at getting you some deals on new golf balls and from there we’ll move into the used golf ball market. I’ve also got some insider strategies I’ll let you in on which I can almost guarantee will get you cheaper golf balls than you’re getting right now.
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