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Improve your control with our range of softer feel golf balls, designed for players who prefer a better feel from their golf balls.
Our range starts from the most affordable to our premium range of golf balls for the better players.
So what are soft golf balls?
These are often lower compression golf balls, which are usually two or possibly three piece construction. Premium golf balls are often referred to as ‘soft’ but they can feel much harder than traditional soft feel golf balls. Soft feel golf balls have a compression usually lower than 80, but some of the latest models have a compression as low as 40.
Premium golf balls usually have a very soft outer layer which is designed to feel soft, but offers more spin and control for the better player. The compression of these golf balls is higher at around 80-90 compression.
Most soft feel golf balls have two-piece construction with a large inner core (centre) and a durable cover. They will feel soft because the inner-core is often soft, as is the outer cover protecting the core.
Softer feel golf balls are not always more expensive, but if you need a golf ball with more control (spin) the cost of the ball will be much higher. The higher priced golf balls also have slight differences in the feel (firmness) which is why most manufacturers offer at least two different feel balls for the low handicap players. For example Titleist have both the ProV1 and ProV1x golf balls and the ‘ProV1’ version is softer, plus it offers a slightly different launch and spin rate.
Softer feel golf balls are often designed for slower swing speeds. For example ladies and seniors may play the Srixon Softfeel or Lady Softfeel golf balls which will improve overall distance. The lower compression really does help, as slower golf swings result in less compression of the golf ball.
If you have a faster swing speed, you could progress to a premium ‘soft’ feel golf ball e.g. Titleist ProV1, TaylorMade TP5 etc. It’s important to compress the golf ball to maximise the distance and control. If your swing speed is too low, you may not benefit from playing a premium golf ball.
If you’re unsure, it’s worth having a golf lesson or golf ball fitting to determine what your swing and ball speed is. This is easy to do if you have a lesson/fitting with a qualified professional that has a radar system to track the golf balls.
If you play a soft golf ball you may sacrifice some distance to a harder feel golf ball, but you should gain more control around the greens. Some golfers play a firm golf ball in the winter and when the ground becomes harder they benefit by switching to a softer golf ball that offers more control.
Is it time to switch to a softer feel golf ball?
If you play more frequent and are improving, look to play with a golf ball that offers more control around the greens. You may lose distance off the tee (maybe only a few yards) but you will benefit if you have control of the golf ball around the greens.
The spin is often very low with a firm feeling golf ball, so you may struggle to control (stop) a golf ball from in a greenside bunker or with a simple pitch shot. The premium golf balls are more expensive but will offer exceptional control, especially in drier conditions.
Explore our collection to find the softer golf balls that best complement your game.