August 20th, 2006, 01:43 PM
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Best Balls For Beginners
I know there are lots of balls out there varying in price and quality. I'm trying to get an idea of whats the most forgiving ball for a beginner. Not necessarily looking for distance, just something that will fly straight.
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August 20th, 2006, 03:59 PM
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Maxfli Noodle. Good distance, soft off of the putter and a good price.
August 20th, 2006, 04:49 PM
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Cheap enough that you are not going to be upset when you lose them in the woods or a water hazard. Don't go out and get any 12/$45 dollar balls.
August 20th, 2006, 04:54 PM
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Pinnacles, Noodles, Nike(the least expensive one), Wilson Staff(again, the least expensive) - these are all decent balls. There are a ton of good inexpensive balls for beginners, but, remember, the ball doesn't fly itself straight, that you gotta do.
August 20th, 2006, 05:44 PM
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Whatever you find in the woods while looking for the one that you hit there.
August 20th, 2006, 07:28 PM
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DUNLOP LOCO CRAZY LONG, they are >20 dollars and I use them.
August 20th, 2006, 09:04 PM
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I understand its all about the user. I guess I was just wondering if by buying what was on sale or the low end ball from the major manufacturers would hurt in any way. Thanks for the suggestions.
August 20th, 2006, 09:08 PM
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You could buy a pack or the recycled balls and try the different ones in the pack. Or just collect some out of the rough/ water hazards.
August 20th, 2006, 09:11 PM
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Just use any soft balls that you can find... I'd suggest Maxfli Noodles as srhobbs suggested.
August 21st, 2006, 12:07 AM
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For a first year beginner I would go on price alone. When you start to break 100, then the fun starts. The endless quest for the perfect ball.
August 21st, 2006, 12:16 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ConchoMan
DUNLOP LOCO CRAZY LONG, they are >20 dollars and I use them.
Just purchased a box of 24 for $19.95 at WalMart...going to try them out.
August 21st, 2006, 12:52 AM
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I've always liked a soft feel ball as a beginner.
August 21st, 2006, 06:04 AM
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Reconditioned or lake balls...whack away and don't worry about $3 on the tee!
August 21st, 2006, 07:38 AM
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I bought a dozen of Wilson Staff Tour Velocity balls for 14 €. Good bang for buck.
August 21st, 2006, 01:51 PM
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I see a few votes for the Noodles. I guess I'll try a box of them out. Thanks.
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