Yes. Golf ball-sized hail, which measures about 1.75 inches in diameter, typically causes severe car damage. At this size, the force of impact can deform metal panels, crack or shatter windshields, damage paint and trim, and sometimes cause enough structural damage to warrant insurers classifying the vehicle as a total loss. Understanding Hail Sizes and … Read more
The easiest golf ball color to see in most playing conditions is high-optic or neon yellow. It provides the strongest visual contrast against green grass and blue or gray skies, making it easier to track in flight and locate on the ground than traditional white golf balls. Bright orange is the most effective alternative in … Read more
The right golf ball depends on your swing speed, performance goals (distance, spin, control), and playing conditions. For players with 100 mph swing speeds, mid‑ to high-compression urethane golf balls provide the best balance of distance and control. In cold weather, softer, lower-compression balls help maintain carry and feel. This guide goes beyond typical advice, integrating … Read more
Tiger Woods currently plays the Bridgestone Tour B X golf ball, a firmer, lower-spinning model he switched to in early 2024 to generate more distance and a more penetrating ball flight. Before this, he used the Bridgestone Tour B XS for several years because of its softer feel and higher greenside spin. Both balls were … Read more
To stop topping the golf ball, you must control the low point of your swing. This means shifting more weight onto your lead foot, keeping your posture steady through impact, and positioning the ball correctly so the clubhead travels slightly downward at the moment of contact. When your weight stays forward, and your chest stays … Read more
A golfer is not automatically responsible when a golf ball hits a house. In most situations, the damage is considered an assumed risk of living near a golf course and is typically handled through the homeowner’s insurance. A golfer becomes financially responsible only if they acted negligently or recklessly, and a golf course may share … Read more
The most accurate way to measure golf club head speed is by using technology-based tools, such as launch monitors (TrackMan, GCQuad, Foresight) or portable swing speed radars (PRGR, Swing Caddie). These devices not only measure the club’s speed at impact but also provide complementary data such as ball speed, launch angle, and smash factor. If … Read more
If you don’t have golf clothes, wear clean, comfortable, and flexible smart-casual or athletic clothing such as a polo or neat top, chinos or tailored shorts, and enclosed athletic shoes. As long as your outfit allows free movement and remains respectful, most public and beginner-friendly golf courses will let you play without golf-specific apparel. Playing … Read more
Women should wear golf-specific tops (collared or approved sleeveless styles), skorts or tailored bottoms, and proper golf shoes with soft spikes or spikeless soles. Clothing should be breathable, flexible, and aligned with the golf course’s dress code. The right golf outfit allows full-swing movement, maintains course etiquette, and keeps you comfortable in changing weather. Why … Read more
No, you cannot switch golf balls on the Green unless the Rules of Golf specifically allow it. Once you start a hole, you must finish that hole with the same ball unless it becomes damaged (cut or cracked) or you are taking free or penalty relief. Wanting a cleaner ball or a special “putting ball” … Read more