Just because Rory plays the Taylormade TP5X or Bubba Watson tees it up with the latest ProVX, that does not mean that is what is best for YOUR golf game. Each player differs in flexibility, age, and body type which means all players do not need to play with the same golf ball to achieve maximum results. When it comes to ball fitting, Bridgestone golf is the best in the game. They realize that each player is different and deserves to play the right ball for their unique game, even if that is different than the tour professionals. A player takes many things into consideration every round. A club for every distance, a shot selection for key ball placement, and reading putts vary every round. No matter the shot required one thing should not change, the ball we use. The ball is the true constant we can control as golfers, which is why starting at the correct type of ball is such an instrumental factor in our abilities to grow in the game.
The majority of amateur’s play the wrong ball for their game and are losing distance as well as accuracy because of this ignorance. The flashy thing to do is add more yards to the carry with the driver, but using the proper equipment also produces more fairways as well as more held greens with irons. Even though it is cool to use the same ball as Adam Scott, it is not fun to see your ball roll across the green while trying to hit a mid iron for an approach shot or hitting a recovery pitch shot. Maximum confidence in your golf ball is a goal of ALL golfers no matter the experience level. So follow along this fitting session to help prepare for your next round and further playing strategy.
The first step in ball fitting is gaining a better understanding of the player as an individual. If you are apart of your senior weekday games or if you are fresh out of college, you will not be recommended for the same ball. Attributes like age, gender, and average score help put together a profile without hitting a ball. For the best recommendation, seeing a shot or knowing the players goals is a necessity. Each player is going to have a different preference in shot shape, trajectory, or preference in distance off the tee or receiving more green side spin control. Time after time it is the player that is incorrectly hitting his “stiff” shafted driver because he “swings fast” is also playing the wrong golf ball. The threshold for high clubhead speed with the driver is 105 mph. Even though a player is athletic and fit they might only produce an 85-95 mph club head speed. This is NOT a negative or something to be ashamed of but rather just a realization to use when properly choosing the needed equipment for maximum results. The scorecard does not ask what club or the features involved that were used, rather just the amount of strokes it took to put the ball in the bottom of the cup.
For golf balls the buzz word that is used is “compression”. This is the trampoline effect done when striking the golf ball. If using a ball that a player can not fully compress to reach the core, the ball will not achieve maximum distance in carry. This mistake will also produce more spin that if hit off center will create more sideways movement causing a light fade to become a massive slice. By using a ball more catered to your swing speed, a softer ball will compress more allowing the player to maximize their potential distance. A softer ball is great for most players, because most players do not swing as hard or as fast as the professionals, which is ok. We are NOT professionals, we are looking to enjoy the game as much as possible and using the right ball is a great step in that direction.
With the latest and greatest technology from Bridgestone golf, players with swing speeds less than 105 mph, they can still receive tour level performance features. With the TourB RX players will be able to gain more distance off the tee. When choosing the Tour BRXS players will gain more green side control and spin with iron approach shots. For golfers with less experience and higher score looking to still have high level of softness and feel, the E Series is designed just for you. Including the e6 SOFT and e6 SPEED. Deciding to use the best equipment for YOUR game rather than some player on tour will open up new possibilities for having the best season to date!
