Test Ball Feedback 2014

Follow Thread

By David LM

  • 0 Likes
  • 278 Replies
  1. Alistair P

    Alistair P
    London, 0

    Test ball feedback Conclusion: A noticeable improvement over my existing Pro V's. Strip away the 'placebo effect' of playing with new test balls and a willingness for them to be an improvement, these test balls were impressive. Without Trackman data to back this up, I felt the ball flight was truer especially when hitting longer irons into greens. It was the last part of the ball's flight that seemed to stay on track that little bit longer. At impact the ball appeared to pop off the face and had a different (slightly higher) trajectory relative to my existing 1x's. The pop may have been due to the softer sound on impact which was a surprise at first, but the ball speed appeared greater on flushed shots. It was tough to gauge the short iron playability due to the wet conditions so that will be for a later review. Further improvement came on the greens where the ball's roll was very true, holding the line better in my mind than my existing ball. The softness of the ball on impact also gave greater confidence over longer putts. I wouldn't say the ball gave me any greater yardage over my existing ProV1x and given the ground conditions, any run was limited, but it did provide less leakage and therefore greater accuracy. I'm looking forward to putting the new balls in my bag when they're released. Alistair
  2. Rob R

    Rob R
    cheddar, 0

    Seve Rossiter

    Please leave your feedback in this discussion post.

     

    I find it amazing that Titleist can make the perfect product even better! This ball continues the tradition of great feel, distance and durability, all of which are so important to anybody who takes their golf seriously. Thanks for the opportunity to try this ball before launch.
  3. Pete C

    Pete C
    Peterborough, 0

    Having used these test balls in some harsh conditions, I'd like to know what they are?

    They have performed very consistently off my TM Driver, Pi irons and O Putter.

    Good distance off the tee in windy conditions. Also still a lot of  feel off the irons.

    Probably not what you want to hear but they have also lasted well over a number of rounds, which is why it has taken so long to leave feedback!

  4. Titleist Fan 2630

    Titleist Fan 2630
    South Queensferry, 0

    I was given one of the test balls by a friend when we played together last weekend.  As a Pro V1 user it was pretty much a comparison between that and the test ball for me.  I found that it felt firmer off the driver but I didn't notice much in terms of distance,  Chips were not dis-similar to the Pro V1.  Putting was a positive.  Whether my eye was in and it was "just one of those days" but I thought the ball was great to putt with.  I'm playing tomorrow so I'll be trying it out once again.  

  5. Chris H

    Chris H
    Cottingham, 0

    Thanks for sending me the trial sleeve of three Pro V1's.

    Unfortunately, the weather has not been conducive to proper testing of them but I've managed to get out on the course a bit and try them out. I've been impressed with what I've seen.

    My ball flight has been good and I've managed to handle the wind quite well. They are responsive when chipping and putting and feel good coming off the club. I've managed to generate a good amount of spin around the green with my wedges and the way the ball performs with my short game is probably the most impressive aspect of the ball. I also think the durability is worth noting. I think I need to play more rounds in other conditions in order to build up a better picture of the distance the ball travels in comparison to its predecessor but distance appears no issue during the rounds I've played so far.

    Now just looking forward to getting back out on the course!

  6. Adrian R

    Adrian R

    Got the balls and now played 3 times. So far no issues at all. They have not cut up or excessively marker and they are as true as anything else I've used in the past. Even into the wind they didn't balloon up - which is good for me as that can be an issue. I have been happy with the distance and they have rolled nicely on the greens. A good all round performance and I've been very happy with the opportunity to try them out. Thank you Titleist.
  7. justin j

    justin j

    Great ball , I varied use in a recent round with a used pro v1 x . I was immediately getting some extra yards out of the test ball. At the moment the greens at my club are very receptive so I would like to see how the test balls spin in firm conditions. When you're swinging the club well pro v's are always consistent and I don't see these being any different. Thanks for the opportunity , JJ.
  8. Ray J

    Ray J
    Liverpool, 0

    Hi David

    Ive replied earlier, but not sure it has come through, so i ll try again.

     

    Many thanks for including me in the testing process.

    The feel off the wedges i felt couldnt be improved upon, but was surprised to find that there was. Also, the feel off the putter face was and always has been unique, and unmatchable, but there is also a softer feel on these test balls.

    I use a Motocaddy when i play, and use the distance function to monitor my clubbing.

    The driver is 7 yards longer ( measured over an average of 25 drives )

    And using a launch monitor,my 6 iron carry was increased by 4 yards.

     

    Overall, great improvemnets, well doneTeam Titleist.

     

    Regards

    Ray J

  9. Rob H

    Rob H
    Manchester

    The distance is very similar, I felt the ball was a little softer on the shorter shots and there is plenty of spin. Overall an improvement on what was already a fabulous golf ball. Well done Titleist.

  10. david n

    david n
    Larkhall, AE

    David LM said:

    Please leave your feedback in this discussion post.

     

    New model prov1x feels softer and did not appear to scuff or mark as much as previous models. I found it reacted well on greens when hitting full shots but I am still working on getting the check on chip shots(think it maybe time for a new vokey). Overall I was impressed and will continue to use the prov1 x, keep up the good work!!! Cheers

  11. Thomas W

    Thomas W
    Haverfordwest, 0

    Although I did not receive any test balls, I have only heard good things from others who did receive balls, hopefully they will be on the market for me to test out soon meanwhile go #teamtitleist 

  12. Todd M

    Todd M
    Rotherham, 0

    I have only tried the balls with the Scotty on the putting green! Im going to spain with the clubs for 3 days before christmas and will leave feedback on my return!

    My course is constantly waterlogged over the winter so cannot gauge distances etc accurately!

    Cheers Todd

  13. Keith H

    Keith H
    cleland,

    Been trying the test balls that I was sent a few weeks ago. It may have been the winter conditions, but generally the balls didn't seem to carry as far as I would normally expect. Similar feel and control around the greens but a bit disappointed with the perceived lack of distance compared to my usual ball.
  14. Ron H

    Ron H
    Gravesend,

    Having used the test ball over the past few weeks I would say it is very similar to the current Pro V if not a little softer.

    all good and same flight characteristics with no major differences to Pro V

    all in all a good ball

  15. tim w

    tim w
    Southampton, 0

    Hi Guy's

    Firstly, thank you for allowing me to try out the prototype ball.

    I have just tried it out this weekend. The first few holes the ball appeared to be a harder type than the origional Pro V1  and the spin rate seemed lower, probably due to me warming up on a cold morning . Generally it does seem to go a little further and a more receptive core so it does seem to have a greater spin rate with a wedge etc.

    Overall, I was very please with the new ball and eagerly await it's introduction, anything to help a struggling single figure handicapper.

    Best regards,

    Tim.

  16. David H

    David H
    Chelmsford, AE

    I have been using the Test Balls at periods over the past 4 or 5 weeks. First impressions were very good, the ball looks and feels great - I presume that it is the latest Pro V1x, which for some time has been my favorite ball. I have now used (and lost) 2 of my balls; the first one lasted for 50 holes and the 2nd for 65 holes. This for me is an excellent return and on that basis alone it shows an immediate improvement in consistency (I probably loose on average 1 ball per round). In particular I felt the ball helped my long game, definitely straighter and I believe longer (though not the best time of the year to test distance). I think that the short game will also be better, but again with the very wet conditions at the moment it's difficult to judge this properly - I may keep the final ball for a winter holiday in South Africa.

    In summary, I'm very pleased with the ball. Thanks so much Titleist for letting me try it. 

  17. Paul K

    Paul K
    Liverpool, 0

    like the test balls you sent found them to be similar in feel to the pro v1x but think they fly straighter, looking forward to trying them with my 915 which I've taken delivery of this very day.....

  18. Martyn F

    Martyn F
    Coleraine, 0

    2nd Review of the new balls.

    Conditions were perfect - dry if slightly cold and greens very receptive.

    Hit the ball very solid with the new balls and noticed quite a bit of spin around the greens.  Distance wise i found the ball slightly longer than normal but not as much as the previous test (believe it may have been a slightly warmer day).

    Flight was very true with little left / right spin on the ball.  Putting - there was a very solid and true feel and again was past the hole on quite a few occasions.  The ball stood up to a bit more abuse but i did manage to mark it slightly with my wedge but it was a minor paint chip - didn't leave one blemish on the ball during the 1st test.

    Very nice ball to play with.  Would recommend to all.

    Struck the ball very well & scored well which was pleasing.  1 under gross - very very happy with that.

    Thanks again Titleist

  19. Ray E

    Ray E
    Walsall, 0

    General feeling from playing with the test ball compared to the ProV1X usually played is that it flies a little higher but with no loss of distance. Nice feel off the putter and on short stuff around the greens. 

  20. Adrian Evans

    Adrian Evans
    Reading, Berkshire

    Thank you very much for allowing me to test the new Titleist balls. I have now had the opportunity to play a number of rounds with them, in varying weather, on a UK parkland course, in soft conditions. My overall thoughts are as follows: Driver - Initially off the tee I found the balls flight to be slightly lower than normal with significant less spin. It also felt slightly clicky off the club face. For someone who is used to shaping their shots, this required some getting used to (Good luck Bubba!!). However, over time, I found this adjustment to be excellent, as the dispersion was very small, even when not hit solidly. I must say that testing the balls in the UK autumn with a slightly lower flight had an impact on overall distance from the tee, however this is compensated by the feel with the shorter irons. Irons - With the mid to short irons, the ball performance was as expected. Ball flight was again slightly lower than my current playing ball, but with soft feel off the club face and a significantly higher spin rate, the control was excellent. From sand the ball checked up quickly (Again taking some adjustment to my game) and even had similar results with chipping. This made results slightly inconsistent, if a running shot was required, however if you played more of a pitch shot, flying the ball slightly further, the results were extremely impressive. Putting - This is where the performance of the balls win, as far as I am concerned. The ball felt very soft off the club face (butter feel), which I like. The roll was true and even on autumnal UK greens, there was little diversion. The confidence gained at being able to roll the ball at the hole, even on short putts, was the true winner. Conclusion - Slightly lower flight, lower spinning with longer clubs, resulting in straighter shots, but losing distance. From 130 yards in and around the green, the ball had soft, higher spinning performance, enabling the ability to attack the flag from any position, however in summer conditions, or on a links course, the check on a lower chip and run could result in inconsistent results. True roll with the putter with a soft feel of the putter face. Overall, the short game performance of these balls overcomes any negatives I have with the reduced distance off the tee. Excellent results - When available would definitely use this ball!
  1. Prev
  2. 8
  3. 9
  4. 10
  5. 11
  6. 12
  7. …
  8. Next

Please login to post a comment.

Sign In

Haven't registered for Team Titleist yet?

Sign Up