Selecting The Right Golf Ball

Article by Sam Davis

Since around 1990 there have been around five thousand different designs for golf balls, so choosing the right one can be a stressful decision for any golfer. Golf companies are competing around the clock to try and perfect the art of the golf ball, to create the perfect ball that combines long distance and perfect control. So if golf companies are having such a hard time creating the perfect ball, how are golfers supposed to know which ones to buy? Hopefully I can give you a couple pointers in this article that will help you pick out a suitable ball for your game.There are so many different types of golfers, some golfers like to play a draw, others a fade, some are power hitters and others are pure control. With so many types of golfers out there, the golf ball companies have tried to create different balls that play to different strengths. If you can find the ball that best suits your game, you will not only hit better shots, but will have a lot more fun on the course. And what is more important than enjoying your round? Nothing.Balls that are made for distance are made of two pieces. These balls are made from a very hard material that is also resistant to cuts. They have a small ball in the center that is made from a variety of materials, but the one common thing about them is that they are very tight. The harder the inner ball is, the farther a ball will travel. These hard surfaced balls are also known for their lack of spinning ability, which makes them much harder to control.Balls that are better for control and spinning ability are made up of three pieces. The inside is still tight like in the long distance balls, but the outer layer is much softer, and the third piece that the distance balls are missing is a layer of fabric between the soft shell and the tight ball. This layer helps soften the hit of the club, which makes the ball travel less distance.There are middle of the road balls as well, that are good for distance and control. These balls have multiple layers. They have the tight inside, and a somewhat soft outside. Then there are layers in between that are not as soft as the control balls’ middle layer.So what kind of ball should you choose for your game? That depends on what type of player you are. If you are beginner or have a high handicap then you probably will not hit the ball perfectly every time. This means you need to worry less about distance and focus on controlling your shots. If you an experienced golfer you will likely want to choose the multiple layered ball. Because you probably have great swing speed, you will not lose out on much distance, and you will be able to use your skills to control the ball and make it do whatever you want. You should try out different ball types to see what best fits your game, but use my guidelines to help you decide what type of ball you think might work out best.

About the Author

Sam Davis is a contributing author who writes many articles on improving your golf game. You can find more great tips and a free ebook on the perfect golf swing at Golf Swing Basics located at http://golfswingbasicssite.org