Month: January 2026

Used golf balls are generally worth between about $0.50 and $4.00 per ball, with premium models like Titleist Pro V1 often fetching toward the higher end when they’re clean and in excellent condition, and lower-tier or heavily used balls selling for much less — especially if they lack intact golf ball dimples or show heavy … Read more

New golf balls do not go significantly further than lightly used modern balls. Modern multilayer balls are engineered to retain compression, speed, and aerodynamic stability over many rounds. Only ancient balls (especially wound designs from the 1990s and earlier), heat-damaged, water-logged, or cracked-cover balls show noticeable distance loss. In real-world testing, modern golf balls typically … Read more

Yes — 20-year-old solid-core golf balls can still perform well enough for casual play if they were stored indoors in cool, dry, stable conditions. Their loss of distance is usually minor, and they remain structurally sound. However, if they were kept in heat (garage, attic, car trunk) or show signs of dried, cracked covers or … Read more

The best way to dispose of old golf balls is to recycle them through dedicated golf-ball recycling programs, donate or sell usable balls to ranges or youth programs, or repurpose damaged balls at home. Please do not throw them in the trash or into nature, because golf balls are not biodegradable and release microplastics and … Read more

The most accurate way to measure golf ball speed is with a launch monitor that records the ball’s velocity immediately after impact. When a launch monitor isn’t available, ball speed can be estimated using the formula: Ball Speed = Clubhead Speed × Smash Factor This calculation shows how efficiently swing energy is converted into ball … Read more

Most golfers break 100 within 6–12 months of consistent practice. Highly motivated beginners who practice several times a week, get at least one focused golf lesson, and use properly suited equipment can break 100 in as little as 8–12 weeks, while casual players who only play occasionally may take a year or longer. A Clearer … Read more

The average golf ball speed for an amateur using a driver is 130–140 mph. In comparison, professionals average 171 mph or higher, with elite long-drive athletes exceeding 190 mph, according to TrackMan and PGA Tour ShotLink data. Ball speed remains the clearest predictor of total carry, contributing roughly 2 yards per 1 mph increase. Golf … Read more

Yes. Swing speed matters because it determines how efficiently a golf ball compresses at impact, which directly affects distance, launch height, spin, and control. Choosing the right golf ball means matching compression, construction, and spin characteristics to your swing speed and how you strike the ball with the golf club types in your bag. Why … Read more

No, Titleist does not make Kirkland golf balls. Kirkland golf balls are Costco’s private-label products, manufactured by independent third-party factories under contract. Titleist has never produced Kirkland balls, and the two brands do not share manufacturing facilities, materials, or production oversight. That fact alone clears up the question—but not the confusion. The misunderstanding exists because … Read more

The Precept Laddie golf ball has a very low compression rating of roughly 35–38, making it one of the softest golf balls ever produced. This ultra-low compression helps golfers with swing speeds under 80 mph generate higher launch, better energy transfer, and more consistent carry distance. Why the Precept Laddie Still Gets Attention Years Later? … Read more