Titleist Pro V1's are a waste of money - On course test with Launch monitor data!!

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  • Опубліковано 18 вер 2022
  • Today we test the Titleist Pro V1 golf ball on course with a launch monitor to record data, we also test the Seed SD 1X golf ball across the same on course scenarios, which is the best golf ball?
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  • @cpo8361
    @cpo8361 28 днів тому

    I really appreciate your videos! Keeping it real for us Average fellas out here. Long time fan and NOW (finally) a subscriber :)

  • @warrengaul966
    @warrengaul966 Рік тому +4

    I was using a Vice ball for 12 years, I have changed to a Wilson Duo Soft.
    Great ball, distance and feel.

  • @mikehoffman7131
    @mikehoffman7131 Рік тому

    YES!!!
    that's all ya really need to say on this video. This is just perfect. This is possibly the most honest video ever seen and produced on youtube. Keep up the great work

  • @philscott3982
    @philscott3982 Рік тому +2

    Great video and very interesting. I can't believe how similar the Seed balls were to the Pro V1. The Pro V1 is a great ball, the consistency of each one is very good, but as you say that comes at a price.
    As average amateur golfers I'm not sure that we are good enough to notice small differences anyway. After watching this I'm defo gonna give the Seed balls a try.

  • @montegustafson5142
    @montegustafson5142 Рік тому +6

    I recently bought a golf bag, for which the Titleist equivalent bag was almost double the price I paid. So it makes sense to me that there should be equivalent golf balls to the ProV1 for around half the price per ball. I tend towards Wilson products but there are plenty of alternatives out there.

  • @sscully67
    @sscully67 Рік тому +1

    Great video! I like the SD-X1 around the greens especially, and it doesn’t hurt near as bad if you lose one, like the pain coming from a lost ProV. Would like to hear a review on the Chrome Soft you played recently. They’re up there near $50 a dozen, too.

  • @adrianjackman9422
    @adrianjackman9422 Рік тому +5

    Played the Vice pro for a few years until they increased thier price and switched to the Seed 01. I love them and a while back they were selling slight miss prints @ £15 a dozen so really stocked up. The Pro V out performs everything in every test I have seen but unless you are sub scratch I seriously doubt anyone would notice the difference.

  • @kevochanner8859
    @kevochanner8859 Рік тому +6

    I tried the pro v1 ball, I play vice pro, for a comparison. The pro v felt the same of driver and irons but the biggest difference was the feel off the putter face. The pro v1 felt really hard like a marble. I use a milled faced putter. I had difficulty controlling distance with it.

  • @harveyb4114
    @harveyb4114 Рік тому +14

    I've played the ProV1 for at least 20 years or so. This year, I have been on the hunt for the best ball for my 90-95mph driver swing. The criteria was long off the tee, great feel with mid and short irons, and most importantly, great feel and control with the putter. Some of the $25-$30 ball sound clicky and fly off the putter face. However, I think i have found a couple that feel great off the putter and meet the other criteria too. First up Vice pro (when on sale $152 for 6 dozen $2.11 per ball). The Vice pro feels just like a proV1 does on every club. Like it. Next, the Maxfli Tour ball ($104 4 dozen $2.17 per ball). Really like this one as it seems to be long with driver, irons and feels great on green too. Both of these have X versions (vice pro plus and Maxfli tour X) if your swing speed is 100+mph. Haven't tried the Seed ball yet, but with the Maxfli Tour or the Vice Pro, I don't think I need to.

    • @ironmangolfer824
      @ironmangolfer824 Рік тому +1

      I agree. I’m more of a Srixon Xv but it’s hard to beat the Maxfli Tour X ball. 48 for $105 is the best value. TXG did a comparison with ProV1 and it’s almost identical in stats.

    • @241eric
      @241eric Рік тому

      I play the Srixon ZXV also but the MaxFli Tour is damn near identical. 👍🏻👍🏻

    • @Garysalunatic
      @Garysalunatic Рік тому

      I tried hitting both a titleist pro v1 and a titleist true feel ball. Both were the same distance I’d expect off various clubs. The true feel is very soft (not a fan of more clicky balls) and I get spin on approach shots like I never did when I was younger and hit harder. Bonus: true feel is just over $2/ball. $25/dozen.

  • @paulbentleymusic
    @paulbentleymusic Рік тому +2

    Feel off the putter face is really important to me especially for distance control. I would have liked to hear a view on that. I tried lots of different balls, prov1 and Kirkland give me the feel I’m looking for.

  • @MarineBand5524
    @MarineBand5524 Рік тому +1

    Based on my wedge fitting I just had, I confirmed what I knew. The TP5 was the ball for me! I love it!

  • @chrislewis7
    @chrislewis7 Рік тому +4

    I play the Seed SD-01 when I'm in the UK, fantastic ball. A few months ago I bought them in bulk when they were selling (minor) mis-prints at £80 for 5 boxes. Every time you buy a Pro V you are buying one for yourself and one ball Titleist gives away. It would be interesting to know just how many Pro Vs Titleist give away in a year and we the average golfer are paying for all the balls they give away.

  • @francescofortucci7457
    @francescofortucci7457 Рік тому +1

    I met you at Dalmahoy in Edinburgh last summer,You gave me some Seed ballls.Thought they were very good although definitely sounded a little different.I’ve been a Pro v guy for years however being a very Average golfer I think most golf balls would suit me.I’ve got mates that only use one brand off ball just because it’s habit.
    Great video.

  • @John-ej2oj
    @John-ej2oj Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video! I do play some less expensive golf balls, but I do enjoy playing some Prov1s from time to time.

  • @David1131955
    @David1131955 Рік тому

    Excellent piece of research Andy...More convinced now than ever before that golf ball brand makes negligible difference at best to performance.

  • @DoomsdayCracker
    @DoomsdayCracker Рік тому +13

    I've been playing the Vice Pro Plus for nearly 4 years now because of their quality to price ratio. The Seed balls are slightly more expensive which has been the only reason I have yet to give them a try, but they are next on my list to try.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +11

      The Vice Pro Plus is another ball that performs exceptionally well at a far more attractive price point

    • @JasonSmith-gy2mr
      @JasonSmith-gy2mr Рік тому +1

      With a name like that, you have to be one good looking guy!

    • @jackwest5295
      @jackwest5295 Рік тому

      If you are dogging you need a long distance ball and a softer ball for the approaches to Brendas garden..and greens

  • @adrianlovett3483
    @adrianlovett3483 Рік тому +6

    Any golf ball you play well with is worth sticking to . Most of this is in our minds . I play TM tour response had a few good rounds with them so use them continuously now. Key is playing the same ball then you know it’s you not the ball making the difference.

  • @jamesbragg1621
    @jamesbragg1621 Рік тому +1

    I have a friend that plays Seed balls, been trying ro get me away from Pro-V 1. Very good comparison, I do like that you tell it like it is.

  • @bmos212
    @bmos212 Рік тому +1

    I loved the test, Im not a Prov1 guy, I think they suck in the wind. Tp5 is a much better wind ball. Bit to be fair, the reason spin kept dropping off was because you should've cleaned the grooves after everyshot. I play a Vice Pro Plus and it suoer long and is very consistent around the greens and in mid irons.

  • @tigcarn
    @tigcarn Рік тому +3

    One of the biggest differences I've seen in cheaper balls vs prov1's is the material quality of the cover. Prov1's can take many more shots before they start to show wear on the cover.

    • @gcoffey223
      @gcoffey223 5 місяців тому

      Srixxon are indestructible

  • @raystanbury8397
    @raystanbury8397 Рік тому

    Great video Andy, eye opening. Any chance you could test the durability of these balls. Thanks.

  • @internationAL21
    @internationAL21 Рік тому +1

    Good and interesting video. I’d gladly try a Seed but have never seen them for sale. As a high handicapper who’s getting better but still loses far too many balls, I could never justify paying £4 a ball. In fact £1 per ball is my benchmark which usually means a Kirkland or occasionally a Supersoft if they’re on sale. The only ProV balls I have are the ones I find and must admit I find them no better than my Kirkland’s when I hit them…even when they’re in pristine condition.
    Keep up the good work Andy!

  • @johnlawson2067
    @johnlawson2067 Рік тому +14

    Totally concur with this. I've been using the Kirkland balls & they're performing every bit as good as any other ball I've used. There's no point in teeing up a pro v 1 & chunking the grass two inches before the ball. Having said that, I still enjoy finding the pro v's in the woods when I'm looking for my ball. (Or whilst I'm oot "Dogging").

    • @gazdavies5581
      @gazdavies5581 Рік тому

      😂😂

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      The Kirkland is another high performing low cost ball John. ( Please dont go oot to often)

    • @johnlawson2067
      @johnlawson2067 Рік тому +1

      @@TheAverageGolfer I won't Andy. Winter is approaching & it's just too cold & I'm too auld. So, I end up having to keep aw my clothes on... I just look ridiculous mate.

    • @meatpiman224
      @meatpiman224 Рік тому

      me too

  • @jamesmiller6967
    @jamesmiller6967 Рік тому +9

    Iv’e never seen a Seed ball here in the US. At one time I was a HUGE Pro V1 snob. I recently started playing the Maxfli Tour ball and couldn’t be happier. Just shows there are many options for quality golf balls under $40 (US) per dozen.

    • @rjean99
      @rjean99 Рік тому

      I agree. I really like the Maxfli Tour matte white. Don't know if the matte finish makes a difference but I just like it. Harder to clean though.

  • @michaelgillies9075
    @michaelgillies9075 Рік тому +2

    I agree with that,all titleist balls do not fit my game as I recently went for a ball fitting and they spun too much and was terrible with dispersion and distance and the 2 balls it came down to were the TaylorMade TP5X & callaway chrome soft x LS,more testing is needed to see what is best for me
    Great work as always

    • @mikepga1
      @mikepga1 Рік тому

      “All Titleist balls do not fit my game” and they were “terrible with dispersion”
      What kind of golfer are you? 🤣

    • @michaelgillies9075
      @michaelgillies9075 Рік тому

      @@mikepga1 a golfer who went through a ball fitting with trackman and found that none were suitable for me and that the 2 I mentioned fitted my game best

  • @edg103
    @edg103 Рік тому +34

    Glad to see a reviewer gutsy enough to say what I've known for years. The only advantage amateurs get from a ProV1 is the nonsensical pride they feel when they get to say on the first tee "I'm playing a ProV1." People will waste money on anything they buy if it puffs up their lagging egos. Conspicuous consumption is a very sad fact of life.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +5

      We always tell it how it is and even then some viewers will find issue! Glad we agree Ed

    • @Trump2024Kentucky
      @Trump2024Kentucky Рік тому +1

      @@TheAverageGolfer
      I have to agree with you.
      Titliest ProV1 are great balls and the benchmark but several other balls are now just as good and some may even be better for your game.

    • @OfficalMrBlue
      @OfficalMrBlue Рік тому

      So what do you use ? Lol

    • @edg103
      @edg103 Рік тому +4

      @@OfficalMrBlue 60 years old with painful joints, but still a 5 handicap. I use soft balls...vice drive is my favorite. Longer off the driver, and with my distance, not looking to stop it on a dime. 5 rounds of par or better in the past two months, so those who think you need "premium' balls to score are full of it

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      @@Trump2024Kentucky They are great golf balls and perform exceptionally well but they come at a very high price and a of brands offer better value

  • @paultheotherone3892
    @paultheotherone3892 Рік тому

    Interesting video again Andy. How do they compare on durability?

  • @Goalinthehole
    @Goalinthehole Рік тому +2

    Couldn’t agree more with your findings. I’ve been using Seed balls for a while now. Completely moved away from Pro V1s altogether now.

  • @davidree2858
    @davidree2858 Рік тому +1

    I really like the comparison videos. The majority of us probably play expensive balls when we really don't need to? Fab..

  • @timshearer9145
    @timshearer9145 Рік тому +1

    Great segment , on course is so awesome to watch! ,was it me or was the Seed longer with better dispersion? Are they available in the US?
    I know I am not supposed to say it but,
    I agree with many that the Kirkland ball plays as good as any top tier ball
    My favorite ball is the Tailor-made Tour Response, would love to see a comparison with that one
    Seems like I should feel bad about it, but I like the feel more on full iron shots and it has great feel putting.
    Thank you

  • @paulstephenson5815
    @paulstephenson5815 Рік тому +3

    I always use srixon Ultisoft and love them, then in winter I swap for Srixon AD333 and they make up the distance yet still feel nice off my putter

  • @simonwhite2890
    @simonwhite2890 Рік тому

    I buy 3 dozen Seed balls every winter (the yellow ones are particularly visible in autumn and winter). Durable, great feel off both irons and putter. What more could you need?

  • @marklaborde3540
    @marklaborde3540 Рік тому

    I like the SD-02 as well. Replaced V1X with those. Will see when season opens, but for price think I’ll def stick with them.

  • @mikemcreynolds6236
    @mikemcreynolds6236 Рік тому

    I quit golf for 11 years and when I started playing again I tried every golf ball on the market. I love the feel of the pro V.

  • @SplashFPV
    @SplashFPV Рік тому

    I use the vice pro soft and loving them for distance as well as feel

  • @drewl4921
    @drewl4921 Рік тому +6

    Good comparison, I picked up some Kirkland’s a few months ago, think they are great for approx a pound a ball

    • @follyfour506
      @follyfour506 Рік тому

      I use them but they scuff very quickly but at £1 a ball it's not a massive deal

    • @drewl4921
      @drewl4921 Рік тому

      @@follyfour506 mine are ok if you stay out of the bunkers but yes they do scuff up in the sand

  • @Mic_melody
    @Mic_melody Рік тому

    I think it’s easy to look at spin and distance numbers and assume that all balls perform the same. But how balls hold up in windy conditions, are how much the ball moves in the air makes a significant difference. I’m a natural fader of the the ball and I usually lose significant distance with any other ball. But with the high launch high spin of the pro-v1x i hit my fade just as long as I would a draw. I’ve tinkered with dozens of balls this past year and tried to stay away from pro-v1’s. But the on course performance of the pro-v1x was to apparent to ignore.

  • @davet5780
    @davet5780 Рік тому

    I'm an 18 handicapper and I use premium Calloway and Taylormade, urethane covered lake balls. They work out at just under £1 each for 40 balls. These are the top quality ones with no scuff marks but maybe the odd alignment mark or id mark. Otherwise they look and feel like new. I can't fault them. It would be interesting if you could do a comparison between a (good quality) lake ball and it's brand new equivalent.

  • @chrisduncan1894
    @chrisduncan1894 Рік тому +1

    I noticed that between wedge shot the club face wasn’t being cleaned or dried and spin numbers were getting progressively worse, will his have impacted the data. Not saying that it would flip the numbers but may bring them closer

  • @leescowen6311
    @leescowen6311 Рік тому

    i brought them after the TXG review great ball at half the price but i think they are due to go up in cost but not sure by how much there's also a great deal on them for first time buyers

  • @maalekar
    @maalekar Рік тому

    I'd say please review the Vice Pro Plus as well. I use the Pro Soft from them (like a chromesoft really). Love the feel around the green and I haven't enough club speed to take advantage of a prov1 type ball.

  • @jayshredds2464
    @jayshredds2464 Рік тому

    Once again unbiased fact based analysis. The on course performance and numbers in GC 3 have myth/ego (my ego) busting to say the least. Thanks for the humble pie lol 😂. Humbled because my driver swing speed is over 110mph. Time to re-evaluate my ball choice current ball in play is Taylor Made Tp5x.

  • @RobertBrown-hr9ti
    @RobertBrown-hr9ti Рік тому

    Did you clean the grooves between shots . That could be the reason for the large gaps in spin . I would think there would be plenty of dirt in the grooves from 1st seed to last pro v

  • @josephdubiel7129
    @josephdubiel7129 Рік тому +11

    Im pretty pleased with Callway Supersoft. Much improved than what they used to be and not expensive. I enjoyed Chrome Soft too. I would never pay for pro v 1. No way. And I seldom lose a ball.

    • @Alan_Edwards
      @Alan_Edwards Рік тому

      I also started using the Supersoft and really like the feel - especially when pitching and chipping. Was a TruFeel guy for a long time but recently made the conversion playing the orange mat Supersoft. Like you I don't lose a lot of balls, but when I do it's not breaking the bank for sure.

    • @Kenny_Mars
      @Kenny_Mars Рік тому +1

      I've recently switched to the Supersoft myself and I prefer them to the Pro V ball, they feel great off the club and perform well chipping and putting.

    • @edg103
      @edg103 Рік тому

      I love the Supersoft... except off the putter. It comes off way too hot for me. To me, the Vice Drive feels and performs pretty much the same off all clubs, but feels great off the putter also. And at less than $1 a ball when they run the buy 5 dozen, get 1 free, they are an absolute steal. I know they advertise them as a "beginner" ball, but this "beginner" shot his lowest round of 40 years in golf just a few weeks ago (4 under), so I'll stay a beginner forever if that's how they are going to perform.

  • @Hookedonlurefishing
    @Hookedonlurefishing 2 місяці тому

    Found a Seed SD-02, felt amazing, purchased a box, they feel great!

  • @norville79
    @norville79 Рік тому

    Just seen this and got to say the Kirkland is a quality choice but the Maxfli tour has similar results to the pro v1 also n can be bought at a really good price 👍🏻 quality vid andy

  • @987654321wormy
    @987654321wormy Рік тому

    I started using the Chromesoft Practice balls. Fantastic ball, especially when I found them for $22 a dozen. Bought enough to last for years, lol.

  • @FunkmeisterOfSedgley
    @FunkmeisterOfSedgley Рік тому +1

    I've played Seed for a couple of years (SD-02) and couldn't be happier. Fantastic ball for the money.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      Good to get feedback from someone using the ball, thanks Robin

  • @hudsonrilke
    @hudsonrilke Рік тому

    I managed to bag some srixon z stars at a great price so use them for special occasions and wide fairways. I like kirklands, I use AD333 a lot and happy to play pro v, chrome soft, tp5 which I win or find.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому

      The point is there are many great golf balls out there and at most levels not a big enough difference in performance to justify some of the price points

  • @andrewbentley2593
    @andrewbentley2593 Рік тому

    Hi Andy. Please could you tell us what the ‘feel’ of the Seed is off the putter? Is it soft, firm or clicky? I find that the feel off a putter can be really off putting if it doesn’t suit what you expect. Thanks.

  • @themrwoody1434
    @themrwoody1434 Рік тому

    Golf is an extremely mental game. I have tried many different brands of golf balls throughout the years, but titleist pro vs give me confidence standing over the ball for some reason. I did just order a brand called Piper golf balls that are cheaper than pro vs and hopefully they can give the same confidence. I’m tired of paying so much every 6 months or so on a new dozen to use.

  • @wdp5617
    @wdp5617 Рік тому +9

    Have now watched it all. Impressive results. Any decent fitter or tester would be cleaning the club after each shot. Prob a reason the “on course” spin rates went down. The title is a bit out there.

  • @SteveMac.
    @SteveMac. Рік тому +3

    I have literally seen guys pay $45 for a round of golf with a cart and break out a dozen Pro V1 at $50/doz and lose enough golf balls to have played another round of golf. That’s what you call having more dollars than sense.
    I (bogey golfer) usually shop for balls in February or March. I look for a mid-range ball that are logo overruns. I try to buy enough to last a season. I’m weird, because while I am not picky about balls per se, I do like to play the same brand for at least a season. I have given away new ProVs I have found during a round, because they aren’t my “regular” ball.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      I agree that playing the same ball can provide consistent results

  • @barracatcher6466
    @barracatcher6466 Рік тому

    I w been playing the Vice pro for some time for much the same reason. Have not tried the Seed as yet but I would think it would be the same scenario.

  • @starks1974
    @starks1974 Рік тому +2

    Great stuff Andy!!
    I wish MyGolfSpy would do more on course data vs dry as that to me is the real test. With the launch monitor and visual on the green that certainly shows evidence that these more affordable balls are not that much different.
    And it makes my wife happy to save money.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому

      So different on course than off the mat indoors Brent, surprisingly so

    • @jnnic8138
      @jnnic8138 Рік тому

      Agree this is far better way to test spin … it’s a real situation outside on grass .
      When you think about it, dry ball data isn’t really that relevant

  • @tigertim9232
    @tigertim9232 Рік тому

    The thumbnail shows the left dot prov1 in the image. The low spin ( made for fastest tour pros) version.

  • @minlee5673
    @minlee5673 Рік тому +2

    I’ve tried them all over the years and continue to test the new stuff that comes out. For my game, nothing is more consistent, durable and reliable than the Pro-V. Close second would be the TP5. Vice balls were slightly longer with the drives but were not very consistent for me on approach shots

  • @rorywoods6344
    @rorywoods6344 Рік тому +1

    Hi Andy, on the basis of your test, i purchased a dozen of the balls direct from Seed, plus a extended brolly and tee pegs to complete my order. I used the balls first out at the Gateway To Wales competition over the past weekend. I can report back they performed brilliantly, they are long off the tee, they are receptive around the greens and they putt extremely well. I am a convert, I normally would play top end pebbles from Callaway, Titielist and Taylormade but as far as I am concerned these on on par (excuse the pun) with those. The only problem is I lost 2 which I guess would happen with the other manufacturers as well and therefore they are not perfect, but saying that the "never lose ball" has not been invented yet. So fellow golfers save some money but not at the cost of performance and buy SEED they are outstanding value and quality.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      First of all I am glad you found the ball performed well, but I am also glad you reported your findings, some of these comments amaze me when they question my review, I always give an honest assessment of any product we test and would never try to mislead a viewer, so I am pleased you cement my findings Rory, I hope you don’t lose too many 😂👍

    • @rorywoods6344
      @rorywoods6344 Рік тому

      @@TheAverageGolfer Hi Andy many thanks for your reply, please also note that at the end of my order I was asked where I had heard of Seed from and I explained that I had seen yours and Lewis's extensive review on your UA-cam platform. I always consider it good manners to actually give credit where it is due and you certainly deserve it after all the hard hours you put into your work. Cheers Mark

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      @@rorywoods6344 much appreciated on all levels Mark 👍

  • @kenohanrahan4745
    @kenohanrahan4745 Рік тому +6

    That's some impressive ball striking from Lewis on that 5 iron! 👍

  • @davidoleary6631
    @davidoleary6631 Рік тому

    Following one of your videos, I tried the SD02 and have been using it for a while and feel that it is every bit as good as Pro V1, TP5, Bridgestone, Callaway etc... I'm not good enough to extract the maximum performance out of club or ball and the Seed ball is cheaper and performs as well as anything else I have used. Why pay more. I'm a convert.

  • @jacobmccain8082
    @jacobmccain8082 Рік тому +5

    The difference is in consistency. Titleist has Quality Control that smaller companies just can't match. You know when you buy ProV1 it's gonna perform like a ProV1. That being said a lot of people would be better off playing Snells or Seed's or other DTC brands.

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому

      So do you think the Seed ball would be inconsistent quality?

    • @donrichardson915
      @donrichardson915 Рік тому

      Absolutely spot on. There's another website that has an extensive BALL LAB that checks for all sort of production consistency -- e.g., weight, core construction and "centerness", cover consistency, and so on. Titleist outperforms all other ball companies. With respect to Seed golf balls, I have NOT seen any detailed examination of how consistently the ball is produced.

    • @danielcohen3159
      @danielcohen3159 Рік тому

      @@donrichardson915 There's no disputing Titleist's track record with QC. However, that same site has the Maxfli Tour performing neck-and-neck with the ProV1 in consistency...for $20 less per box.

  • @2Eaglez
    @2Eaglez Рік тому

    For the last 2 years I played Oncore ELIXR as they were longer than Pro V1 and the spin was acceptable and the Elixr felt better off my putter. Unfortunately, the company decided to change the ball and make it “new and Improved”. So I went on a search for a new ball. (I played Pro V1 and Pro V1x for several years before changing to Oncore.) I am now playing the Costco Kirkland Signature V2. These balls are dirt cheap compared to Pro V1 and they actually spin better and feel really good off my putter, but you will lose about 5 yards off the tee. As a slow swing speed senior golfer, the 5 yards is not worth the difference in the price.

  • @sirmichaelhunt1087
    @sirmichaelhunt1087 Рік тому

    I have Maxfli Softfli matte blue golf balls in my bag. It has ultra compression and just feels great off the club face. The ball is easier to find than popular belief.

  • @bobb3rdown676
    @bobb3rdown676 Рік тому +1

    In the states you can get maxfli tour balls for 4dz/$105. Best price to performance ball I've ever played.

  • @mikemiller4169
    @mikemiller4169 Рік тому +1

    I play the pro v1x due to the consistency of distance and durability. I have been alternating 2 golf balls for 4 rounds now with nary a scuff. I have hit plenty of sand and dirt and they are still perfect. I tried Tp5's bridgestone e12, chromesoft and they are not consistent for my game as the pro vx.

    • @method341
      @method341 Рік тому

      Yup ProV1x is king. If you don't lose them, they last longer than you would expect. And long off the tee too.

  • @steve-o5793
    @steve-o5793 Рік тому

    I've been playing Sugar golf balls and really like them think they feel great and don't really see any difference between them and proV1 for me.

  • @bensandry5098
    @bensandry5098 Рік тому +2

    I’ve used the prov1x for years and have recently tried the seed Sd-02 and found it a little bit clicky for me more so than the prov1X, it was a decent ball for the price but just not my personal preference!! after that I have tried the normal prov1 and prefer the feel of that !!

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому

      Yes I agree, the SDX1 is more comparable to the ProV

    • @bensandry5098
      @bensandry5098 Рік тому

      @@TheAverageGolfer maybe I’ll order a dozen of them to try 👍

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +2

      @@bensandry5098 It is noticeably different

  • @colinlatham3668
    @colinlatham3668 Рік тому

    Would only ever buy pro V1 when they are on offer 4 for 3 do work out around £32 per dozen. Seed and Vice not really much cheaper taking postage into account. Plus with Seed you have to subscribe so unless you play plenty of golf could work out a lot dearer. I'm always looking to find a ball to play. Perhaps you could test some lower compression ball for us senior golfer?

  • @Dc-lb7cl
    @Dc-lb7cl Рік тому +2

    Been playing this ball from its launch. Have to say I’m pleased with it. I’m not good enough to be able to spend too much on Golf balls, but I can not tell the difference. Goes well off driver, decent enough feel for me. Im sure top level or vs scratch players may feel different, but I’m happy enough to keep using them and only them and I think playing a ball consistently is a huge help. Need it in the yellow they used to do in the old SD-01 though. It was a Great ball for winter golf

  • @jonvig4771
    @jonvig4771 Рік тому

    I switched to TP5 3 years ago and never looked back to Titleist. Now TP5 is going up in price, this season going to tour response, and they're working identically to the TP5.

  • @nigellutze9981
    @nigellutze9981 Рік тому +2

    Well, my golf ball journey has been interesting. For a long time I resisted the urge to play pro v 1 as I simply couldn't afford them. My regular ball was the Srixon Qstar. As my game improved I started to see the benefits of the pro v. At this time I also had fun looking for golf balls in all sorts of areas. I managed to find enough pro V's to play with them on a regular basis. This has built up to at least 3 dozen of them. So when people ask 'what do you play?' I say, Pro V 1 OP's (Other People's).
    My suggestion is to have fun hunting for these white gems, find what suits your game. If I didn't have enough I would not hesitate in returning to the Srixon's.

  • @lukecartwright9709
    @lukecartwright9709 Рік тому +2

    Ever since I tried the taylormade tour response ball at your golf day Andy I haven’t hit anything else. I think it says a lot about this ball that virtually every pro shop or golf store are sold out yet again

  • @iambenvaughan
    @iambenvaughan Рік тому

    great vid, can say from experience they seed golf balls are fantastic

  • @neilbelcher3577
    @neilbelcher3577 Рік тому

    Didn’t see grooves being cleaned in between shots especially with wedge which might have been a factor when you hit pro v1 s last

  • @davidosborne3440
    @davidosborne3440 Рік тому

    Great video. Really interesting.

  • @StephenParsey
    @StephenParsey Рік тому +1

    The jump forward in ball quality that started with the Pro V1 in 2000 was a literal game-changer. Before that we used to be fine playing golf with RUBBER BANDS inside the balls! Let that blow your mind.

    • @edg103
      @edg103 Рік тому

      Actually, the Nike Tour Accuracy was first--leading to Tiger's 15 stroke win at US Open at Pebble Beach. Production limitations then allowed the ProV1 to overtake it, but Nike was first.

  • @coxtechie
    @coxtechie Рік тому

    Thanks boys. Great vid and great to know.

  • @golf007sd2
    @golf007sd2 Рік тому

    Good demonstration however, you should have cleaned the grows after each shot to insure proper ball to club face interactions.

  • @johnmcintyre8724
    @johnmcintyre8724 Рік тому

    Interesting comparison

  • @briantreadwell2206
    @briantreadwell2206 Рік тому

    Lewis can play! I have tried Seed and agree with you, very little difference evident. It’s the postage that put me off, I just see that as dead money and the ProV1x costs £40 . . . nearly new ones £25.

  • @malfor007
    @malfor007 Рік тому +2

    There goes your chance of a Titleist sponsorship Andy! 😂😂😂

  • @darrenmorris3652
    @darrenmorris3652 Рік тому

    Have started using Kirkland Balls from Costco - excellent value and for the average golfer you cant go wrong. Have lost no distance and no control and I don't get depressed if one goes into the trees. £1.25 per ball!!

  • @davidfoster3427
    @davidfoster3427 Рік тому

    did you clean the grooves?

  • @richards733
    @richards733 Рік тому

    Can you buy the seed ball in the U.S.A.? If so, where?

  • @97evo96
    @97evo96 Рік тому

    Been playing the Maxfli tour for the last couple years..great ball! My Golf Spy called it the best ball you can get for the price

  • @LonePelican
    @LonePelican Рік тому

    Currently in the process of switching from Pro V1s to the Vice Pro, it's just not worth an extra $20 per dozen to avoid a random bad ball.

  • @TheJccesar24
    @TheJccesar24 7 місяців тому

    Bridgestone XS tour ball is phenomenal and greatly underrated.
    Not taking anything away from the Pro-V1, but it does have equivalent rivals.

  • @erock1070
    @erock1070 Рік тому

    You have to also consider quality control. Titleist balls top the quality charts in the mygolfspy testing year over year (compression consistency, size consistency, roundness consistency, cover quality, etc). So you know what you
    Are getting.
    Not to mention Prov1’s are some of if not The most durable balls. If you toss a scuffed ball into the shag bag like I do then durability is a factor too. Some of the cheaper balls scuff without even hitting anything from my experience.

  • @jackwest5295
    @jackwest5295 Рік тому

    I really like the new TM Tour response, just like a lot of players. this year,
    ..in a perfect world I drive a Tit, -Velocity , and approach and chip in with the TM tour Response .. 28£ a dozen.. eh.
    I have used loads of PROV1 ,s as well, but only the refurbished deals -etc ..pearl lake balls.. cheap! ...same in the old days with the Pro 90,s
    Golf is complicated !
    Have a nice day !

  • @timmyinMB
    @timmyinMB Рік тому

    I’ve been playing the ProV1 for years…..not any more. I’ve moved over to SEED about 2 months ago and I’m never going back. Same performance, feel but way less money. Good enough for me!

  • @markdunn8038
    @markdunn8038 Рік тому

    Great video and Lewis's comments.

  • @goutfromfriedokra3936
    @goutfromfriedokra3936 Рік тому

    I am estactic with my Kirkland balls...380 yard drives, with my tiger woods stinger..

  • @stevejenkins845
    @stevejenkins845 Рік тому +1

    For the amateur golfer u don’t need to look to much further than the callaway super soft great ball sensible price I prefer the matt colour but all round great ball in my opinion.

  • @richardjacobs7632
    @richardjacobs7632 Рік тому

    How can you not buy the Kirkland ball at $1 a ball? Most of the ones I find at the two courses near my home are Titleist! How much spin do you need to stop the ball dead 8000 seems good for a wedge!

  • @marklogan646
    @marklogan646 Рік тому +1

    Switched from ProV1X to the Snell MTBX and find no difference for me…May have to try the Seeds 🍻

  • @Alan_Edwards
    @Alan_Edwards Рік тому

    Never played a ProV or any ball that cost more than $30 a dozen. It's not that I can't afford them, but my game is just not at the level where I could even tell if it made a difference. So I stay in the mid-tier price point area from $20 to maybe $35 on the top end. There are ton of good balls in that price range and right now I am playing the Callaway Supersoft in matt orange. I like the soft feel I get around the greens which is the best part of my game. I have tried Seed and they are a decent ball, but I prefer a much softer feel. Plus I like the orange color. This comparison comes at no surprise really, but I suspect it will not change the mind of anyone using a Pro V1 ball.

  • @paulmcgee1867
    @paulmcgee1867 Рік тому

    Played the non x version yesterday, great ball but believe me it’s still possible to lose them 😂. Once they have yellow in stock I will look to order more.

  • @TheGeorgiaAngler
    @TheGeorgiaAngler Рік тому

    On the wedge shots should’ve cleaned the grooves between shots. Of course spin would drop if you’re grooves are full.

  • @paulcooper8521
    @paulcooper8521 Рік тому +2

    Have tried the Seed ball and found good, but have gone to the AVX and found this ball to be very good 👍

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому +1

      Will give them a try Paul, there is a new version with new alignment aid

    • @paulcooper8521
      @paulcooper8521 Рік тому

      @@TheAverageGolfer is there 🤔 maybe worth another look at them Andy

    • @TheAverageGolfer
      @TheAverageGolfer  Рік тому

      @@paulcooper8521 might have confused the issue, I meant a new AVX with alignment aid 👍

    • @paulcooper8521
      @paulcooper8521 Рік тому

      @@TheAverageGolfer oh right even better then 😳🤣 cheers pal 👍

  • @petemajor4454
    @petemajor4454 Рік тому

    Haven't bought a new golf ball in years. But one hit wonders for 30% of the price