How to Test & Choose the Right Golf Ball
There are multiple factors and features to consider when picking the right golf ball for your game.
Expert Tip: Don’t choose a new ball based solely on driver distance. There’s more to golf than eking out a few extra yards off the tee.
We suggest you start the evaluation process on the practice putting green with two or three models you’re interested in. Go ahead and roll some putts. Feel (and listen to) the ball coming off the putter face. Next, see how the balls perform on chips, partial-wedge shots and full wedges. The same thing applies when hitting iron shots from the fairway.
Pay attention to the feel, flight, spin and control. Does any model stand out? Eventually, make your way to the tee box and hit a few drives. The key is to find the ball that performs best with the wedges and irons. And if you’re really, really serious about ball fitting, determine the driver and fairway woods at the end of the fitting that match up best to that particular ball.
Once you figure out the best type of golf ball for your game, choose from a variety of the top bands to take your game to the next level:
If you're looking for a last minute gift for a golf lover, you can also find personalized golf balls with a custom logo or text that can make any special occasion more unique.
Remember, the ball that matches your game might not work for someone else. There are no absolutes. As always, please feel free to consult with your local Golf Galaxy advisor and try out our online Golf Ball Selector Tool to find the right golf ball for your game. One more thought: There’s even more reason to go through the ball testing process if you’ve recently added new golf clubs to the bag.
