Do different type Golf balls make a difference?

Question

I have been playing Golf for almost two year's and I get 150 yds out of My iron's and 220 out of my Driver.I have a inexpensive set of club's,my question is will a better ball help improve my play on top of a lot of trip's to the range?

Thanks ahead of time...

Answer 1

Yes better clubs will get you more distance and a more accurate shot

Answer 2

it all depends on how consistent your swing is. if your swing varies constantly, then it definetly matters what ball you use because some balls may have a softer feel while others can get more roll. Although this is true, if your swing is consistent, it wont matter what ball you play

Answer 3

If your getting close to a scratch golfer then yes. I would reccomend a softer ball like a pro v1 or a Hx tour. You get a lot more spin off of a ball that is softer but you get more distance with a harder ball.

Answer 4

yes, i recommend the new line of Wilson staff's they are known for being crappy buy aren't the Zip's and 50's are what i use, they are soft and roll nicely. they also added bout 10 yards to my shot, they fee like the titlest pro-V's

Answer 5

It just might depending on the kind of ball you use.  The major difference between the non-expensive balls and the expensive balls is around the greens.  Distance wise, you'll see a marginal difference in distance between a lower price ball and the more expensive balls.  The balls the pros use have softer covers which make them land softer and stop on the greens.  Distance balls have harder covers which make them harder to control on approach shots and chips.  Play a Pro V1 or a Nike One ball and you'll see the difference between them and a Top Flite or a Pinnacle ball.

Answer 6

Im am trying to become a pro actually. If you have an INexpenice set then a golf ball wont help you. Now if you have a set of titleist or mizuno then yes a ball with help. For example the only ball i use is Bridgestone (reason is becasue i get allot of distance + spin) but this is only me i would first of all buy new clubs if you are serious about the game then get a pro to help you then go from there

CYA

Answer 7

Yes a better ball will perform better - but your skill level may not quite be where you will see it actually lower your score much.  You will notice a difference in feel though if you use a higher quality ball.

Answer 8

James - I'll dissect your question piece by piece:

Q.  I have been playing Golf for almost two year's

A.  After two years, unless you have been on the course & range 8 hours a day you are still just learning this game.  (I am EXACTLY in the same position - 2.5 years into the game after 30 years of competitive tennis.)

Q.  I get 150 yds out of My iron's and 220 out of my Driver.

A.  220 from your driver is just fine provided you hit it there consistently.  150 out of your irons? WHICH ONE?  Certainly not a 9 and a 3.  So, the next thing to know is do you have consistent distances for EACH iron?  That is the difference between a good golfer and a REALLY good golfer.

Q.  I have a inexpensive set of club's,my question is will a better ball help improve my play on top of a lot of trip's to the range?

A.  Expense does not always equate to value to you.  Again if you are consistent, then investigate if you can get better distance, control, etc. from a different set.   But don't expect it yet.  The BALL can 'feel' different.  A 'hard' ball will feel like hitting a rock, while a soft ball will feel like it absorbed some of the hit, yet both balls will go about the same distance.  Regardless, depending on your game, your best ball depends on how well you can control what the ball does.  And, at your number of years into this, I can't see where it will really make much of a difference.  BUT, if your confidence is raised once you find a ball you like, then by all means go for it.

Finally, if you have the time... hit the range, and hit it with a plan.  All the better if your range has grass (not mats.)  But ALWAYS spend at least an equal amount of time on the putting green as you spend on the range.  So that for every hour at the range, spend an hour on the green.  For every hour in the sand bunker, spend an hour on the green.  Same for chips, pitches, etc.

Answer 9

Golf balls will mainly make a difference in your confidence level if you are relatively new to golf. Some balls go farther and some land softer but it is best to stick with a ball that feels good to you. Invest in a good ball retriever and you will be able to find plenty of different balls to try. I always feel like the golf gods want me to play the ball I just found!

Answer 10

A better ball might give you better feedback when you strike it cleanly but not really that far removed from any other ball. But the second part is definitely the way to go. Get out to the range and hit balls till you're sore and you hate it and you are making no more progress and you are frustrated and tired and all you can do is muster up the energy for one last swing and you don't even think about it and PRESTO! the best golf shot you ever hit you just hit. Then spend another 15 bucks on more balls and try to duplicate that. Seriously going to the range is what trained my swing to work. It really is what made me have a swing. Any pro will tell you, go to the range with a goal in mind and don't leave until you accomplish or at least chip away at it. The other answerer who is turning pro will tell you. Everything you take onto the course you take from practice on the range. Good luck