Golf already is a complex game, but when you add in the effect temperature has on your ball, the challenge increases. The outdoor air changes how your golf ball bounces. A cold golf ball does not bounce as high as one at room temperature. One...
Finding a ball that spins just right off your driver and irons can make a substantial difference in your game, which is why more manufacturers offer ways to help you find the appropriate ball for your swing. You can find launch monitors, once only...
The most common popular golf ball on the market to day is the two piece golf ball. The inside of the golf ball is made out of rubber and the outside of the golf ball is made out of plastic. This ball accounts of 70 percent of all golf ball sales...
Golf balls have three different types of construction, according to Golf Ball Guide. The two-piece, for most golfers, features a large, solid rubber core surrounded by a plastic or rubber cover. The three-piece hybrid has a solid rubber or...
Picking the appropriate golf ball for your game can make a big difference. Not all golf balls are created the same. Some balls increase spin, which can cause much more dramatic slices and hooks. Some balls are less likely to bounce across the...
Golf ball compression is associated with the phenomenon that occurs when a golf club contacts a golf ball. The force that’s created by the swinging club causes the golf ball to compress for a fraction of a second. The amount a golf ball...
Learning how to hit the golf ball properly is a lifetime mission for many golfers. While you may become a competent golfer in a relatively short period of time, building an excellent swing takes a long time. Hitting the ball properly is a...
The earliest known golf balls, as documented in the mid-1500s, were made of wood. In the 1600s, players began using the "Featherie," which was made of cow or horse hide stuffed with goose feathers. Rubber balls emerged in the 1800s, and dimples...
The ball used in the game of golf is a spherical ball with many small divots in it. By the rules of the game of golf, the ball itself may not weigh any more than 1.62 oz. and it must have a diameter of at least 1.68 inches. There are many types of...
A golfer will often spend a lot of time selecting just the right golf clubs, shoes, gloves and tees. Yet when it comes time to choose a golf ball, will just grab anything he can find. There are different types of golf balls available that offer...
Golf balls are as important a factor to your golf game as your clubs. Players must select the right clubs to suit their game, and that goes for their balls, too. A key factor in a golf ball is its compression rating. This compression number...
Golfers who appreciate the game's history know about Ben Hogan working his way out of a tendency to hit hooks. His famous instruction book, "Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf" spends 19 pages on the grip, and he advocated a neutral to...
Golf ball companies once made balls with different compression, or hardness, and the softer-cover Balata balls were for better players who hit the ball well enough to not cut the cover quickly. With the advent of solid-core construction, balls are...
Modern golf balls are made of separate layers of solid synthetic materials. Two-piece balls consist of only an inner core and a thin cover, while the more sophisticated three-piece design incorporates an additional layer. Three-layer balls provide...
Golf is a game of precision and that fact is very apparent when golfers of all abilities look to impart backspin on their golf balls. Spinning a golf ball back is a trait that is renowned by professional players and desired by beginners and high...
The technology put in golf balls changed dramatically from 2000-2010, resulting in the death of the wound-core ball and development of multilayer balls that fly straighter and longer when hit with a driver and spin more and feel softer when struck...
The differences in golf ball construction can affect everything from distance to trajectory to just the feel of the ball coming off the club head. But as in any sport, subtle differences in technology will be largely noticed by better players....
Every golfer loves to crush long drives. Expensive clubs, hours of lessons and special golf balls are all purchased in the hopes of adding a few yards to the drive. The truth is that shot distance is based on dozens of factors, only one of which...
Golf balls still look similar to those made in 2000, but the construction and technology involved in their production has evolved so much, players can find a ball that best fits their games. Whether you prefer balls that spin easily, fly high or...
Choosing the best golf ball values depends on your skill level, according to Robert Cotter, a professional golf ball engineer. The two-piece golf ball generally has a solid rubber center surrounded by a plastic or rubber cover. The ball generally...
Your golf ball is probably the only piece of equipment you'll use on every shot during every round. Knowing the characteristics of golf balls can help you understand how they benefit your game. Golf ball compression is an often misunderstood...
The dimpled exterior of modern golf balls is a design that dates back to 1905. The purpose of the dimples is to maximize the lift of the ball and minimize its drag while in the air; it’s a concept that the Wilson Sporting Goods Company have...
For those who are just getting into the game of golf, choosing the right equipment can be difficult. For example, there are hundreds of choices just among golf balls, each carrying particular features and price points. It's probably wisest to...
Golf ball marketers make golf balls that perform differently, based on their manufacturing characteristics. The compression, outer covering and other factors affect a ball's distance, spin and price. As you improve your golf game, you'll want to...
Just as a stiff club plays differently than a flexible club, so can the compression of a golf ball result in a different play. Understanding the different compressions of golf balls can help you select the one which will best suit your game.
A frustrating trend for many golfers is the experience of striking a ball perfectly only for it to carry on traveling onward past its desired target upon landing. Learning to apply backspin on a golf ball can help to eradicate this from a...
It is easy for a golf fan to marvel at how professional golfers hit their irons with such distance and precision. The ability to hit a golf ball 150 or 200 yards and have it land softly just a few feet from your target takes years of practice. For...
Getting a golf ball airborne can be a struggle for many golfers, in no small measure because the physics of hitting a golf ball in the air can seem counter-intuitive. You might think you need to hit the ball on your upswing to get it in the air,...
Whether you want to entertain a small group of friends or take time out for solo recreation, you do not need a membership to a country club or an expensive golf set to enjoy an outdoor lawn game that incorporates golf balls. Instead, you can take...
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