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Golf Balls: What's good for you?  |
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Golf is increasing in popularity with each passing season. Avid golfers are playing golf as much as possible, tweaking every part of their game, including which balls to hit. The basic nature of the game and the ability to play at your own pace is certainly a big part of the appeal. As in other sports, the tools that golfers use are constantly under scrutiny by the golfing community as they look for ways to shoot better and more consistent scores. One of the most overlooked parts of this arsenal has top be the golf ball itself.
While they look basic at first glance, the golf ball is really quite complex in design. Checkout the basics we have put together on golf ball design below.
Construction
A golf ball is built to control the distance it will travel as well as the spin you impart when you strike it with the clubface. There are three basic choices when it comes to selecting a golf ball including two-piece, three-piece and multi-layer. Each of these types of construction has their own unique benefits to the golfer. A two-piece ball promotes low spin and high velocity by using a large core structure with a thin, durable surface. A three-piece ball promotes increased spin while maintaining velocity. These balls have a hard core that is surrounded by a thin, wound layer of rubber, which is called a winding. The entirety is then surrounded by the hard outer shell. A multi-layer ball is a good multi-use ball that has a fluid-filled inner core that provides greater distance as well as a protective membrane, windings and an inner cover.
Cover
The durability of the golf ball is determined by its cover. There are three materials commonly used to make the cover of a golf ball. A material called surlyn is the most commonly seen ball cover and is the best the market has to offer in terms of durability, cut resistance, and distance. Balata is another material commonly used. It is much softer, and more expensive. It is highly prized for its spin, feel and control. The drawback is that this cover material is not very durable and will often succumb to scratches and cuts. Elastomer balls are best used by low handicap players, as they allow for more spin without sacrificing durability. While the material of the cover is important, so is the pattern on the cover. The dimple pattern will determine its flight characteristics with small, shallow dimples creating a lower and longer flight. Deep dimples are needed for a higher trajectory.
Compression
The compression of the ball is best described by how soft the ball feels tot her golfer when it is played. Balls are available in compressions of 80, 90 or 100 with personal preference and your level of skill indicating which is best for you.
As you can see, all balls are not created equal. Paying a bit more for your golf balls may enhance your game and make hitting the ball pure pleasure. It is a good idea to try a variety of balls over the course of a season. Take the balls to the driving range and the putting green to determine which ball is best suited to your level of play. As you progress as a player you will be able to fine-tune your equipment to match the course and even the individual hole you are playing. The end result did of course a much better score and more confidence in your game.
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