The equipment any golfer uses which vary greatly but it will usually depend on their skill and personal preference. Indeed, it is true to say that people with mid level handicaps or indeed beginners with higher handicaps still might want to look at what equipment is available that will help them to develop their game. A good example of this is to use a distance golf ball.

A lot of people that switch to using a distance golf ball find that they are able to drop several shots from their score simply because they are able to get closer to the hole as the ball flies further. Their construction are quite similar to any other ball but they do have some redeeming features which gives them the ability to reach these long distances.

Distance golf ball construction

More often than not, distance balls are made using a two piece design, although there are some three piece balls that are perform to the same standard. Generally speaking the core is where the magic happens and its job is to keep as much energy from the shot as possible while minimizing spin.

This design isnt just to make it go further though – it also helps to keep the manufacturing costs down.

The coating on a distance ball

With that said, the coating also has a part to play as it helps to protect the ball. Cuts on the ball can affect its flight and distance so the ball will be rendedered almost useless. The coating on these calls are design to be strong and durable to ensure that they can stand up to the impact of being hit with a golf club repeatedly. These are usually Ionomer, Surly or Urethane as testing has proven that these are the best for the job.

Not only that, but because they are protected so well it means you dont need to being too concerned about having to keep yourself supplied with new ones all the time.

Which distance golf ball is best for you

Usually, The compression rating will help you to pick the right ball. When you strike a golf ball, the part that gets hit becomes flattened. During its flight the ball will return to its proper shape and at this point the kinetic energy is released, similar to releasing a compressed sping. This propels the ball forward which gives it the extra distance. The flattening is given a compression rating based on how easy it is to flatten.

A low compression rating signifies that it is a softer ball. This are ideal for anyone who has not yet developed a fast swing. You can often get the right ball by getting one that matches your swing speed.

It is worth remembering that most distance golf balls reduce the spin on the ball to aid its flight. If the ball does spin in the air then the chances are it was sliced or hit slightly wrong. The outcome of this is that the ball curves because of the spin so your shot will be off target. As many distance balls negate this effect the result is longer and straighter (more accurate) shots. With that said, this can also impact your control and shotmaking abilities. You may find that you have less control as a result of this, though it is a small tradeoff and you should improve your handicap more by hitting the ball further, generally speaking. For this reason, it is also a good idea to look out for some good golf ball reviews.

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