Those balls combine distance technology with urethane covers that help produce greenside spin. We have two categories-$26-$35 and Over $35-and the star ratings and medal designations apply only within each category.
To us, the right golf ball is the one that helps all your shots, not just one.That’s why our list this year awards medals only to the advanced constructions you see in balls that cost $30 or more a dozen. Take multiple models to the short-game area and, when you can, on the golf course to see the differences. This includes a week in which we tested 72 balls at the Marriott Grande Vista Resort in Orlando.Our process involves multitudes of shots in different situations, but despite this collective effort, here’s the thing: You need to evaluate your golf-ball choice with just as much rigor. We consult scientists, retailers and everyday golfers to identify which balls perform best in all phases. The Hot List is meant to guide your search to the most beneficial balls on the market.
Almost 40 percent of the balls purchased today are the cheapest options that focus on tee-shot performance only, according to Golf Datatech.We believe this one-dimensional approach is shortsighted.
Nearly every piece of golf equipment can be tested and optimized for your game, but the golf ball tends to be forgotten.
