Been playing Snell MTB for 3 seasons. Love them!! Quality, performance and value wrapped in one. Buy the 5 doz value pack for additional savings. Give them a try.

Been using the Snell Ball since 2019. My scores have went down tremendously. 5.4 handicap to a 1.2

Love Bridgestone. Currently playing Vice, which are excellent. Heard a lot of good things about the Mizuno RB566 - just bought a box and played one this afternoon, and it was impressive for the price.

I play the Bridgestone e6 Speed. Great ball

I've gone with the Bridgestone Bx, wonderful ball, good distance, good spin with irons.

The 2020 Bridgestone BX/S balls are amazing. You mentioned the distance, but the green side spin, control, and feel is second to none. I’d use them if I knew my swing was in good shape that day. If not, I’m all for Srixon Z Stars, especially since you can grab them for $25 a dozen when a rep stops by the course.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

I love the Bridgestone as well. I need to play more holes with both before I could decide what I would use in a tournament.

Based on the video I ordered some Snell golf balls. I am usually the shortest hitter but I do hit the Fairway and I noticed today when I played I was keeping up with the other golfers in my group. I did not have any issues with dispersion and off the putter the ball felt great. Thanks for the video. It should be noted I am a 14 handicap.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Great golf ball for a 14 handicap...hopefully 13 soon.

First of all Steve , really great channel , I do love that everything you do , you apply to creating more distance - let’s face it, we all want a bit of that 😄. Your instruction makes total sense. It is always interesting that to achieve a certain result , we usually need to do the opposite - to create more lag , you need to feel that you release the lag as quickly as you can . I really appreciate how you seem to answer most questions. You are doing a great job , Thank you . I am interested if you have tried the Honma Twg1 (x) . I use this or the Bridgestone bx s . I am a 6 handicap with a swing speed around 110 mph - but going on a winter quest in massively increasing this. Any reports on the Honma? I love it , but want to fit the correct the correct ball with the correct speed. I will definitely try the Snell mtb x ( you suggest this one and not the black ) Thank you

Vice top tier line are great golf balls. Vice Pro Soft, Vice Pro, and Vice Pro +

Test the Oncore Elixr, I switch from Srixon Z-Star XV

Did you test the Vice Pro Plus golf balls. Those are the best for me. Low spin off the driver and high spin with the wedges.

@smokefree08

3 жыл бұрын

I love those balls as well, but they don't last more than a few rounds for me. I split a pro plus in half my my 3 iron.

Pro v1x has the best ball flight for me by far. Can work it off the tee and around the greens.

Bridgestones I really like the majority of their range. Taylormade also.

Great video Steve!

Love the Volvik Vivid. I hit it just as far as Bridgestone or Pro V (260-300) and it also has a softness to it

@Inmotion70

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

So what’s the difference between the “X” balls and the regular golf balls in whatever brand?. What’s the recommendation for a driver swing speed 85-90 mph .? X or non-x. Thanks

@jamesreynolds4220

10 ай бұрын

As a senior, I've found that anything with an X feels like a rock. I prefer a soft ball like the Titleist speed. I''m coming off of tennis elbow and just shot my best 9 holes at +2.

Hi Steve, great video! Which ball do you recommend for an occasional slicer? Thanks!

@stanrokusek7460

2 жыл бұрын

It's not the ball causing your slice.

I am/was an avid Pro V1 player and have switched to the Snell MTB Black based on playing the two together, shot for shot on 9 holes, and noticed no significant difference in distance or performance. Great product!!! Based on affordability and budget, Snell is the go to!!! In regards to the 'X' models, I understand that they are firmer, but not to my liking personally. It's nice to see someone giving Dean Snell the props he deserves!!!

For me at 59 years old, i recently started playing the Bridgestone e12 and I'm loving it. Longer off the tee for me (avg about 90-95 club head speed) and lots of control around the green. might try the Bx though.

@Inmotion70

2 жыл бұрын

Check out my video on top 5 BEST golf balls!

Have you ever tested the Taylormade Distance+? I've played with it for years and I really like the feel. I would be curious how it performs in your tests.

@Husker_

3 жыл бұрын

They’re very low spin so they work well for me off the tee but I can’t hold a green to save my life. One of the hardest balls I’ve ever played. But for $12 a dozen on Amazon it’s hard to go wrong. I’ve been using the Srixon Soft Feel balls lately and I really like those. They’re about $17 on Amazon but I feel like I get a lot more value out of them. I love the feel off my irons.

@thechauncey5002

2 жыл бұрын

I am not a fan of the distance plus, the balls are very good budget balls in my opinion, The balls feel very hard, the balls never seem to do anything the way i want it to go.

Just switched to Vice Pro Plus. Good performance so far. Delivery takes a while with overseas shipping, but the low price for something comparable to TP5, ProV1, etc.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I have found no way to knock that ball yet.

Great info, the audio cutting out is distracting though.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you'll watch more of my latest videos as the sound is hugely improved.

I absolutely loved it it was very informative I love the way you speak very clearly you go over it again to make sure you got it now I’m just more confused than ever because I just thought I settled in on the vice pro plus bar that I like that I just shot back the back 73s with From 7500 yards and I’m 61 years old and eight handicap now you got me thinking about switching to the snail or the Bridgestone I don’t like Titleist I don’t know whyFor some reason they just come off robbery off of my blade tailor-made P790 thank you anyway I am going to look at that snail and the Bridgestone but I think after listening to you maybe the Bridgestone might be the best ball for me to go to again thank you and I did subscribe and hit the like great job

@Inmotion70

Жыл бұрын

Keep in mind balls change almost every year so keep up to date! ProV1 is king this year.

I like the chromesoft. Longer than prov1 and tp5, plenty of spin arounf the green, and putts great

I played the MG for a while and recently changed to the Snell MTB-Black.Both are great balls and save a lot of money. I still order the MG gloves. Best value on gloves and they hold up very well.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

You like the Snell over the MG? For what reasons?

@wlz285

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 Snell feels a little softer around the green. Really can't tell much difference from the ProV1. Main difference is in my wallet!

@Mruch1981

3 жыл бұрын

I think the MG ball is one of the best made on the market. Check them out.

I’ve been experimenting with different balls to try to find the right ball for me. So far I’ve tried the Pro-V1/V1x, Bridgestone Tour BX and BRX, Mizuno RBTour, and the Srixon ZStar/ZStar XV. Right now I’m gaming the ZStar XV, and I like it pretty well. Seem to hit it far, fairly straight and I’m holding greens. My swing speed is good, around 103-107 with the Driver, but not tour fast. Not sure which I like best, the Titliest is good but not really any better than the Srixon or Bridgestone so it just seems over priced. I’m thinking of trying the Snell MTB-X next.

depends on what course you play on kind of wind greens

great vid. Have you seen those interviews with Snell?

@stevereaves6757

3 жыл бұрын

I have. Very interesting individual.

Did u by chance try any of the old Nike balls? My brother and I make a game out of finding them and really like the sft balls but was just curious about any of them. Thanks!

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

One of them was really soft and short in distance.

The Vice Pro Plus is one of the best that I've played

@sihall8420

3 жыл бұрын

@@wordofmo If something is in the top five out of a field of 100, it's one of the best. This really isn't difficult.

@sihall8420

3 жыл бұрын

@@wordofmo I know what "the best" (1) means. And I know what "one of the best" (one of several top performers) means. It's a subtlety obviously lost on you. English clearly not "one of your best" languages. ;-)

Hi Steve. Have you tried the Vice premium balls? In my opinion very good performance and much better value than prov.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

The Snell launches about 2 mph faster at 115 mph and carries about 10 yards farther than the best Vice ball. Since they are fairly similar in price, the Snell is highly superior. Additionally, the Snell has a higher spin rate on a wedge shot.

@paultompkins6148

4 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf Thanks for the reply. 2mph ball speed equates to 10 yards?

@vinceschiavo5385

4 жыл бұрын

@@paultompkins6148 closer to 5 yards, I think.

Excellent channel. I usually play a Bridgestone or TaylorMade TP5x. If you are having a bad golf day and don't want to lose expensive golf balls, for a super bargain, really good ball, try the Top Flite Hammer Control. Usually two 15 packs for $25.99 or so. Maybe a hair "bouncy" off the putter face, but otherwise a really good ball, and you won't care much if you blast it into the woods. My 2 lowest rounds are with that ball. A pair of 68's.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Don. Why would you take that over the Kirkland?

I have played Snell MTB X since last year. It is a fantastic ball and buying a 5 dozen order brings price down to $28.99 a dozen.

@leahwhiteley5164

3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to give these a try. I was using the ProV1X but I had surgery and I think I need lower compression for a while. I can't wait to try them.

first played the Snell over four years ago on a whim,knew it was a great ball.funny to hear this

I love Srixion Z Star XV. found they spin almost 500 rpms less off the driver than a PRO V1X

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they are low spinning!

My swing speed is about 90-100, I like the calloway super soft.

@gcoffey223

Жыл бұрын

Great ball, just don't stop well around the green

Great info Steve. Do you have a list for slower swing speeds? TIA

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

ProV1 and Bridgestone RXS are great.

@sscully67

2 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 I get the RXS recommendation (BS markets this ball to slower swingers) but ProV1 has much higher compression and less forgiveness on mishits….what is your opinion as to why it’s great for the average, slow swinger?

Do you see a difference in distance in balls with a 3 wood, 2 or 4 iron off the tee? Driver I use 5-6 holes a round sometimes less depending on the course. I usually carry my 4 iron 220 with the TP5 when I tee it up. Looking for other recommendations. 8.8 handicap

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Good question. I think golf balls will be closer together with those clubs.

@MThomas48375

3 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf I got some of the Snells in this video along with some of the Bridgestone Tour XS and the Taylormade Tour Response

I play the Titleist Velocity, bought em on sale and really started to like them.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Hard to get up and down around the green with those?

@FrankForthman3

3 жыл бұрын

I don't have an issue there at all

@shaneWARs1

3 жыл бұрын

I agree the velocity is good and dose grate around the greens

@randallkeller8770

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 velocity is long and straight but you cannot work the ball that much and yes it rolls out a lot on chips and pitches.

@chetroberson5760

3 жыл бұрын

I like them, especially off the Tee. Extra yards, shorter 2nd shots. I control the run out with trajectory, they are definitely longer than any other ball I have played.

Tried the Pro v1 for a year and still do better with my cheap Nitros from Walmart and am much more consistent with them.

@thechauncey5002

2 жыл бұрын

It’s most likely for how long you’ve played with the balls, there balls that you probably always practiced with and truly got a feel for.

HI Steve-how important is the age of a golf ball relative to its performance? Do golf balls have a shelf life? Does it matter if the ball has been sleeping for weeks or months in a lake?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Yes lake balls have been studied. Up to 10% shorter distance after 6-12 months underwater I think.

I tried the Snell and they were much shorter for me at least than my bridgestone rxs.

Hi Steve! Is the Snell MTB black better or worse than MTB-X

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Black is more like the ProV1...for a little slower speed and spins a bit more.

Mizuno RB TourX, except its durability and thus value, great ball all around.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

It's definitely one you don't see much...but agree.

Hi Steve, Love your videos. I saw that you rated the Bridgestone BX in your top 3 for distance. I’m wondering if you’ve ever tested the Bridgestone Tour B RX, which they market to lower swing speeds. I swing 85 mph with the driver and have been playing the RX ball but I’m wondering if you’ve tested the Tour BX vs the RX at lower swing speeds. I bought into the Bridgestone marketing hype but think I would prefer the Tour BX all things considered.

@christopherwhite5265

3 жыл бұрын

I would like to see some input on your question also. I also have a slower swing speed and play the B RX. So i was wondering if when Steve says the "Tour BX', does he mean any ball in the Tour B line up....or just the Tour BX.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

At lower speeds you can feel ok about playing the RX. Among the longest balls tested at 85 mph.

@sscully67

2 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 do you think the RX or RXS is better for improving score?

What ball would you recommend for a senior with a driver club head speed of 80 mph. Appreciate any thoughts .

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

What is your budget?

@jbh199

4 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 I dont have one, open to your recommendations, cost not an issue.

@jbh199

3 жыл бұрын

@Bob Bob thanks Bob

@larryfreedberg7207

3 жыл бұрын

Srixon Soft Feel, Callaway Supersoft

@jbh199

3 жыл бұрын

@@larryfreedberg7207 thanks Larry

Hey Steve, have you played the MG Urethane C-4 ball. The ball is very consistent off tee, around the greens also. Great value. I play with a bunch of guys who are in our 70's. My MG is at least 20 to 30 yards ahead of these guy's. I think a person has to find a ball that the have confidence in and stay with it. It's a great ball to play, but that's just my opinion and it works for me.

Great insights! I might do a video on golf balls soon too!

I bought a box of the Kirkland signature 3 piece balls on a whim. They are about 10-15 yards shorter for me off the tee than the Pro V1x I usually play. I'm still hitting them over 320 yards so can't complain! And Costco is selling them for $25/2 dozen. At 1/4 the price of the Titleist, I'll give up the 15 yards! Also, I love the spin off the wedges! Good video. I also liked you worst golf ball list.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah the Kirkland is kind of a trap ball...a good upgrade if you're a shorter hitter and just want something cheap, but not so good performance if you're a longer hitter or a better player. I think it's the dispersion and inconsistency that really hurts the better/longer player.

@chiplloyd3705

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 Sorry, but I have to respectfully disagree. I now play with 70's wilson tour blade fg-17 forged clubs, taylormade R7 woods, and I've gone from a 17 handicap to a 7 in 2 months. The consistency of the Kirkland is one of the things I count on for shot shaping with the irons, and averaging 300+ yards per drive with the driver.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

@@chiplloyd3705 Once you're ready to push lower with your handicap, you'll realize that you can't have a wedge going 133 on one swing and 146 on the next with the same swing. Terrible terrible dispersion at your swing speed, and it will cost you eventually. Also you're giving up 30 yards off the tee....why not smooth a hybrid the same distance and hit more fairways?

Bridgestone Tiger balls. I don't swing that fast... but man it flies and feels really good.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Great!

Have you tried the new OnCore Vero X1?

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

I haven't heard of that ball. Only the Elixir was tested. Thanks for the tip.

@billrector

4 жыл бұрын

At $39 per dozen, I would just play one of the premium balls.

For my senior swing speed and game, I really like the Srixon Q star.

@noelheberling4516

3 жыл бұрын

I found those hard to put. They seem to fly off the putter more than the Taylormades I've been trying lately.

@jamesreynolds4220

10 ай бұрын

I'm a senior as well and did not like the Q star. Shorter with the driver (vs my current Titleist speeds), did not feel or sound as good. The T. speed is workable and plays better around the greens.

I currently am using the Mizuno tour. Been a titleist guy. But tried these out and are just as good as the Titleist. At least in my opinion.

@pozmarciv

3 жыл бұрын

Is the Mizuno RB566 or RB566V the same as the one you use?

Have you tried the Srixon Distance ball?

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Distance balls don't have a urethane cover thus losing greenside spin and wedge control. This review was just for premium urethane balls.

Hi Steve, I never considered the difference in distance in golf balls. I have been using Slazenger Raw Distance golf balls for years now. I like the way they come off the club. Lately, my friend that works at the golf course has been giving me Slazenger golf balls, different ones. Apparently, these are balls found and reused on the range there at the course. What I have been struggling with is lack of distance and inconsistent distance. I attributed it to conditions and maybe my swing. I am a good golfer and this has affected my scoring quite a bit. I'll try your suggestion and get some Bridgestone BX or the Snell MTB-X. Thx

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I always loved Slazengers! I would play them if I could play on a really soft golf course with slow greens!

@toddg6263

3 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf Hi Steve, read the rest of my comment. I am taking your recommendation seriously. For example, I was playing yesterday and used a Snell Getsum ball I got from my playing partner. Easily 30 yards farther than my Slazenger Raw Distance. I will move forward with your advice.

I play primarily with Srixon Z-star balls. I find the performance to be very similar to the Pro V1. I've heard that the Z-star XV is similar to the Pro V1x, but I haven't played either of those balls so I cannot attest to that. The Srixon Z-star also comes in at a significantly lower price ($8-10 cheaper per dozen compared to the PV1/V1x). Dick's/Golf Galaxy sometimes have them on sale, buy 2 get one free, so 3 dozen for $80, which is a great deal if you can catch it.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review.

@manndrew

2 жыл бұрын

I also changed to the Srixon Z star and am driving the ball much longer and straighter and lowered my handicap 2 strokes since using them. Great Ball!

Tour BX is one of the consistently longest balls I have played, so far. I've been meaning to order some Snell MTB x to try out.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

It's a really good ball. If you get a chance to hit a few of each to compare on the same hole, come back and report! :)

@coobay978

3 жыл бұрын

I'm also a Tour BX guy.

@zachu3029

3 жыл бұрын

Tour bxs is the best ball I have ever played. Love the spin and feel and distance. Played against tp5x and exp01 titielest, feel better than both little shorter then tp5x, out performs both overall tho.

@colbykeel4942

3 жыл бұрын

Save your money they tear up super quick you can knock the cover off with just a few wedge shots...the black is much more durable

@axgibsonprs27

3 жыл бұрын

Snell!!

Srixon Soft Feel

Has anyone tried Uther golf balls? I know they are new but really no actual review on it.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Good find...will check it out!

You mean I'm not the only person that plays Snell? I switched from TP5X to Snell 3 months ago. Love them.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

@noelheberling4516

3 жыл бұрын

I love the control and feel with a putter I have with the tp5x. How's the Snell compare on the green?

@jamiebackhus900

3 жыл бұрын

It's not bad at all. I bought the value dozen of mtb x and mtb black. I like the feel of the black over x

Vice golf tour pro golf ball by far the best ball I have ever played but hard to come by because of the coronavirus an the shipping regulations for import an export.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review.

What about the Bridgestone rx models?

is the snell ball alot father than the bridgestone bx?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

They're awfully close but I would be the Snell edges ahead at higher clubhead speeds. 5 yards tops.

@1976axerhand

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 well I don't swing fast. Driver 85 mph max

I have been playing Snell for 5 years. Best ball period.

@jayj.r.1947

3 жыл бұрын

I'm a high handicapper and have been using Snell for two years now. I like them a lot. I use the Snell's one below MTB.

I've experimented with all of these premium balls. Taylormade TP5-X is noticeably faster and longer than any of the balls you've mentioned.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

It's a good golf ball. Long.

@b-radsoutdoors965

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I’ve used the tp5x for over a year and by far the best ball I’ll ever used

I have been using Srixon Z Series Xv from 2019. They are higher compression than all but the Snell and are, therefore, long. Hitting one less club into the green can make up for slightly more dispersion. A shorter club has less dispersion which may compensate. I don' think the current XVs are as high compression as the 2019s. I may try the Bridgestone or Snell when I run out of these. I don't tend to lose many balls so it will take a while.

@Inmotion70

Жыл бұрын

You might give the Maxfli Tour a try.

i'm a firm believer with srixon soft feel...i get excellent control, but sometimes it can get a bit strange

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Soft feel does not equal spin.

Srixon Z-Star Xv, they go on sale 50% off you can't beat em

@abs7

3 жыл бұрын

My favorite ball. Although lately I've been using the Callaway Chrome Soft which I am really enjoying playing with

What is your opinion of the Vice Tour?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Some good some bad.

@craigfriesinger858

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 Can you be more specific please?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

@@craigfriesinger858 It's several yards behind the leaders at higher swing speed and a bit less spin on the wedge, but other than that its ok.

@craigfriesinger858

3 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf thank you for taking the time to answer me

The ball that banished G. Player's kid, the Oncore Vero X1 is my current ball. And, I used it before the incident at Augusta (the company offered a free sleeve on Facebook maybe 6 weeks ago). Hard to beat, maybe impossible, is the Pro V1.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

The Pro V1 has just been the most consistent ball going back 80 years.

@michaelboyd3924

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 As a Clemson U. graduate student, 1990-1995, then conducted agronomy and microbiological research at the Extension. I became a golf addict (free golf as a research member of the Carolina Golf Course Superintendent's Association). Never better than a 5 hcp. Maxfli had a plant in Westminster, SC some 20 miles from Clemson. We played the old-style Revolution, but this didn't last long because of proprietary issues with Titleist.(still have a couple saved back from 2 holes-in-one). But, all said, can't beat the Pro V1.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelboyd3924 Agree. It's like being at the track and always looking to beat the favorite.

@jamesreynolds4220

10 ай бұрын

Maybe the new Pro V1s are great, but I'm too old now to enjoy them. Back in the 90s, as a 10-12 hcp, I tried the balata Pro V1s and found them to be the worst ball I'd ever played. Felt terrible, lousy distance, and the cover looked like a gravel road after a few holes. My favorite ball became the Wilson Ultra. Soft, good distance, and had 2 hole in ones, eagled the #2 hcp hole, and birdied the #1 hcp hole in three years at the club I played then.

Not a bad Top 5. My go-to not mentioned is the Maxfli Tour. Not the Softfli, not the Straightfli, not the U/Fli either. Lol Great value! Higher compression, doesn't feel too rock hard off the face either. You can buy them at Dick's around the fall, 2 dozen for $30! Not THEE top golf ball, but it's a great ball if you're looking for bang for the buck. That all said, I will give Snell a go and see how that goes too.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I'm looking at the numbers on that one, very intriguiing! Especially at that price.

@philr1924

3 жыл бұрын

TXG tested the Maxfli tour against the PV1 and said there was basically no difference. Recently began playing and love them.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

@@philr1924 Thanks for the info!

Vice pro plus and pro v 1 are close.. Bridgstone are the furthest off the tee for me. Id say 20 more yards

@braedenmarshall22

3 жыл бұрын

What kind of bridgestones?

@christopherwilson7004

3 жыл бұрын

@@braedenmarshall22 tour BS

@braedenmarshall22

3 жыл бұрын

Christopher Wilson ok thanks might try those ones out

Gonna add that Snell to my bag and see what happens. I average 260 with the proV hopefully the Snell adds 20 more yards.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm I doubt you'll see 20 yards at that speed but 10 maybe.

bridgstones treo/soft,my choice

@mossadmike

3 жыл бұрын

I think this is the all around best ball for the last 5(?) years. Too cheap. Too strong. Too soft. Too long. Too spin. Too straight. Too consistent. You can probably tailor a ball more to your game, but only if you MUST break par and price is no option. (Edit: if price is NO CONCERN... To be clear: it's a ball for the sneaky scratch scorer who just likes to show up and kick butt performing controlled shot-making.) :)

Hi Steve I like the way you covered that, I guess I’m the value guy😀 I play the Kirkland ball well, off the tee and around the greens with grate control, I’ve played all those but the Bridgestone, and personally it seems dispersion and distance not that different for me, based on where I know I play on course, but a trackman may be more revealing, Is the Kirkland high spin off the driver? 👍👍

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is among the highest.

@jeffepperson99

4 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf, okay thanks maybe I’ll reconsider, I’ve played the Taylormade (and still have 2 dozen tp5x) before I tried Kirkland, and didn’t think the snell was much different or maybe I didn’t give it enough of a chance but every thing about my swing is better now! My second knee surgery is a little slower to recover, but all the reports are I should be able to play again soon! I’ve learned a lot in this down time and I thank you! All the best my friend!

Man it's hard to beat Snell. Cuts out the middle man and ships straight to you for less than $35/dz. Does anyone remember the old Acushnet Club Special? Back in the sixties there would always be a bowl full on the counter in the pro shops. I was told they were essentially 80 compression Titleists. The black and red Titleist were balata and 90 or 100 compression. The Club Specials were 50 cents. They were not X-Outs either. Loved'em.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Until you are a scratch or better yeah. Then the higher dispersion starts to make them fall behind.

Tour BX is the best ball that I ever played. It doesnt jump off the charts in any one category but its top 3 in department. Only thing is wish it had a little greenside spin

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I think if you play the softer version you'll get that.

One thing that gets overlooked is how the balls perform on the greens, which arguably has the biggest impact on your score. I've been experimenting with the major brands over the last few months and have found that the balls with the deepest dimples roll much better (further). The Snell MTB-X rolls the best closely followed by Taylormade TP5x and Titleist Pro-V1x. The Callaway Chrome Soft X TT, which has shallower dimples, rolls far shorter than the above by a fair margin. And the Bridgestone Tour BX, which has the shallowest dimples, rolls the least well out of this lot. Could this be due to how the shallower dimples react more with the grass on the greens and creates more friction? My course has slightly grainy zoysia greens BTW. As far as game ball goes, I love the value of the Snell MTB-X, but it's just too inconsistent from shot to shot and from ball to ball. My money is on the Pro-V1x for all round performance, consistency and the way it rolls true on the greens.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

That is a really really cool discovery. Did you figure this out on your own?

I checked out the top rated ball out on the golf course playing three balls against each other over 9 holes. Not clinical and not scientific, agreed. As a relatively slower swing speed player, 85mph LE 90 mph, I did find the top rated ball longer than its highly rated competitors but by 5-7 yards at about 220 yards distance. I liked the lower flight. In the right conditions I would get more roll as the descent angle was flatter. The ball feels like it has a high energy core that my swing could only partially utilise. The ball feels good and putts nicely. The cover looked to be durable after 9 holes. At 300 plus yards this ball must be a rocket.:>}

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

Yes at 85 mph all the balls are much closer together, but the harder ones generally still go farther.

Never heard of the Snell ball. Playing Srixon Z-Star XV in last or the year before model and buy them around 35 €/doz. Performing as good as ProV and costs only about half the price. Tried also Bridgestone Tour BX And the RX330. The ”Tiger-ball” was quite the same as the Srixon, but didn’t like the feel in putting. RX were too soft and felt sticking at the driver face like Pinacle Soft or 60 compression Wilsons.

What do you have against callaway?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

The 2019 Chrome Soft was simply terrible and they even acknowledge this.

I have been using, and singing the praises of, the Snell MTB-X golf ball since it was introduced. I also like the Snell MTB Black (latest version) A LOT! I think that the MTB Black holds its line better in the wind and in general off the tee. The MTB Black is also a relatively high-spin ball into the green off of wedges and short irons, but just not quite up there with the MTB-X, if you have sufficient clubhead speed and the proper technique to spin the ball. One other thing about the MTB Black is that it has a slightly lower compression than the MTB-X, so it is better for golfers who prefer a somewhat softer feel (but not too soft, because it is far from a low-compression “marshmallow” of a golf ball).

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I've been enjoying playing with it a lot. I really like the Bridgestone too.

Test the precept laddie extreme, you get 2 dozen for around $20 at Walmart, I'm a 3 to 5 handicap 5' 7" 155lbs, I consistantly hit that ball 20 to 30 yards further than prov1x , I hit the driver 280 to over 300 yards regularly with this ball!

@James_Vaughn

4 жыл бұрын

The Laddie X is a surprisingly good ball for the money. I've played them quite a bit.

I think one key factor that wasn’t considered, or maybe it was and you didn’t touch on it, is durability. I too love Snell, but I think without question Titleist wins in durability. Most high handicaps will make the claim - “well durability doesn’t matter to me because I lose them too quickly.” And I get it, but those golfers are also the ones hitting the cart path and out of the rocks/sticks the most. So durability (how easily the cover scuffs), becomes a huge factor due to its impact on the flight of the ball. Most amateurs continue to play the ball after it scuffs, so having a ball that doesn’t scuff easily is often overlooked.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

It's a good point...one that won't be revealed by robot testing. But how does one measure durability equally between golf balls?

Disappointed that Callaway balls aren't on the list (esp since I have at 8 boxes of chrome soft and erc balls from last xmas & birthday). Gonna try the Snell!

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

What is your swing speed? If it's around 90 or less then those other balls are just fine!

@randallkeller8770

3 жыл бұрын

Check out his video on 5 worst balls....spoiler alert...(chrome soft)😳

I kind of like the Volvik vivid balls

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

I like the colors.

Well I have a slower swing speed and been using the Srixon (Soft feel) I have used the Pro V1 is the past but I'm looking for more distance off the tee, so I think I'm going with to try the Pro V1x. Price is not a big deal. I'm an 11 handicap. Sounds like the Pro V1x is a good ball for slower swing speeds correct?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

As it turns out, a firmer golf ball is hot at all speeds, as any speed is able to properly compress the ball enough. However, at lower speed, many softer balls won't fall behind much at all. If you like softer feel and more spin, the ProV1 is just fine. At 85 mph, it appears they are within a yard or two of each other.

@Rayiaea1

3 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf thanks Steve !

I would like to see a comparison between the Vice, Cut and other brands in aftermarket categories vs the top. I just bought the Snell and Cut brand to try. Unfortunately, I just saw your video on the 5 Worst Balls and Cut was in your comment list...

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

I think the Snell is by far the leader in the D2C market right now until proven otherwise. But please test them both out and see what the difference is for your game!

Taylor made tp5 for me

I didn't hear where these ratings are coming from. That would add a lot of validity for me.

So what are the numbers for on a golf ball?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Identification.

Been playing pro v 1, can't change

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Don't blame you.

How about the Mizuno golf balls?

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Never seen them but the stats look pretty good so intriguing.

Hard to beat the Snell MTB-X, especially given the cost.

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

I agree. I think if you're a better than scratch golfer you're going to want to step up into a more consistent ball that goes the same distance off the wedges and short irons every time.

@fredgourlie1370

3 жыл бұрын

@@Inmotion70 which would be.??Thanks iplay brigstone rx and srixon z star

I usually play TP5x but am also always trying to find value in a golf ball so two months ago I picked up Spalding's new SD Tour X ball. It's a 3 pc urethane ball at $25/doz with the Tour at 85compression and Tour X at 95comp and it's performance is outstanding, as well as any other tour caliber golf all I've ever used.

@bmmellott13

4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say its "new" didn't Spalding stop making balls? Edit: after researching, Spalding was bought out by Callaway and do not make their own balls, however still sold under the Spalding name

@peteimlah8564

3 жыл бұрын

You should be hitting a ball you can compress to get maximum distance. The lower the swing speed, the lower the compression

I have hit the Snell MTB x. It is not very long for me. My swing speed is 93 mph with the driver. Prov1 x and TP5x out performs them. I am a 4 handicap.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

Agree. I would imagine a ProV1 goes just as far too.

@johnparker8588

3 жыл бұрын

Steve Pratt Golf the main reason I stay with the Titleist is because I trust that every ball is what it is supposed to be. If for some reason I hit a drive that does not go as far as I thought it should, I know it wasn’t the ball. Give me a Snell or any other ball and I wonder if it is a bad ball in the box.

@Inmotion70

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnparker8588 I completely understand! They are the best in consistency until proven otherwise.

Have you tested that new Cut brand?

@Inmotion70

4 жыл бұрын

They both tested pretty poorly. The grey is especially bad.

@tjccrowley

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, he did. It's on his worst list

I play the Callaway supersoft. What is your thoughts on this ball.

@robbiegreen769

3 жыл бұрын

They may not have the distance but around the green and putting they are very responsive

Actually, unless the golf course is using distance reduced balls, the new/newish range balls go every bit as far as the balls I buy brand new (pro v 1, Srixon Zstar tour, etc.). And I have noticed that the longer you keep golf balls the shorter they go -- fresh new balls seem to go significantly further. (I keep balls for over a year -- I'm going to stop doing that. I buy from the guys from Titleist, Callaway, Srixon, whoever it is that shows up at the range promoting their products at a discount.)

I have played a lot of different balls over the past 45 years, most of them no longer available. The current ball I have the most luck with is the Slazenger V100 Distance. They are getting harder and harder to find, but I have always had a slow swing speed, and it has gotten slower now that I am past 60, and these balls just seem to give me the best overall result between decent distance and decent feel. They are certainly budget balls, but I really do not think I am good enough that it matters a great deal. And I have just been ordering them online since I can't find them retail, as long as I order two boxes, the balls come in at less than a buck fifty each.