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The Masters Tournament at Augusta National is a blend of tradition and innovation, where golf's finest compete amidst blooming azaleas. This blog post by Two Guys with Balls emphasizes the unnoticed significance of golf ball evolution in the tournament's history and how the right ball selection can enhance a golfer's strategy, skills, and confidence. From the early gutta-percha to modern multi-layer balls, each era's ball technology mirrors the game's advancements. The upcoming 2024 Masters highlights the anticipation for a unique convergence of talent from different golf circuits, setting the stage for an enthralling competition.

In the world of golf, the quest for the perfect golf ball can be as challenging as the game itself. Among the myriad of choices, Titleist stands out as a hallmark of quality, offering a range of balls designed to meet the specific needs of golfers at every skill level. Today, we dive into an […]

As Callaway unveils its latest golf ball models, the Chrome Tour and Chrome Tour X, the golfing community has taken notice. We got a sneak peak at this ball at the 2024 PGA Show in Orlando (read on to see our take on this). This blog offers a detailed look at these new products, emphasizing […]

The world of golf balls is vast and diverse, with each brand and model offering unique features and benefits. Two of the most popular golf balls on the market are the Titleist Pro V1 and the Callaway Chrome Soft. Both have a strong following among golfers, but they cater to different playing styles and preferences. […]

Introduction In the world of golf, few topics have stirred as much debate recently as the decision to roll back golf ball performance standards. This change, announced by the USGA and R&A, aims to address the increasing distances achieved in the sport, especially at the professional level. Set to take effect in January 2028 for […]

It's here.. the 2023 Titleist Pro V1 model and the Pro V1x model. As we know every 2 years on odd numbered years, Titleist releases the next generation of their popular Pro V1 and V1x ball. Before going any further, just like the 2019 and 2021 model changes, it's IMPORTANT to note that in 2023 […]

If putting is where the money is, then your short game is the best stock you could have. Improving on your short game in golf and having control of it will not only help you make more up and downs but also free up your iron play. The reason I say this is because you […]

Every 2 years on odd numbered years, Titleist releases a new model of the popular Pro V1 and Pro V1x. The Pro V1 introduced back in 2000 and Pro V1x in 2003 was a game changer. Since then with every model, incremental improvements have been made. For the 2021 Pro V1 however, Titleist has changed […]

What is golf ball spin? I bet you have seen professional golfers hit their golf ball few yards past the hole and then voila! it magically goes back closer to the hole!  What did you just see? Magic? How do I do that? I'm going to try to explain what golf ball spin is, how […]

Golf ball compression has always been a fascinating topic within golf ball discussions. Frankly, it’s confusing and unless you spend hours and hours understanding, testing, and applying it is virtually impossible for you to keep up on it nor truly understand it. The great news is that I will explain EVERYTHING that you need to […]

Many years ago when we started our quest to help lower the price of golf balls, we too, like I’m sure many of you, were confused on what those words mean. These terms continue to muddy an already cloudy golf ball buying experience. Well lucky for you, I will filter the mud and make it crystal clear.  We […]

Click here for details on the 2021 Pro V1 and to learn more about what changed from 2019. Note: We've updated our original post on the differences between the 2017 and 2015 Pro V1 to also cover the current generation 2019 model year. What's New in the 2019 Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x Golf […]

This post originally appeared on Golfers Authority Callaway has always been among the top brands in the golf world, and for good reason. They make some of the best equipment available, and their golf balls are certainly among the best that you could put in play. Callaway’s new Chrome Soft golf ball was awarded the […]

This post originally appeared on Golfers Authority Your golf ball is the most important piece of equipment in the game, so playing the right ball is key to you playing your best golf. Oftentimes what your favorite Tour players are using is not the right ball for your game. Having a ball that matches what […]

The golf ball is highly subjective just like many golf clubs in the golf bag. The importance of getting the right ball for your golf game cannot be overstated. The golf ball is the only thing you will use for every swing and shot you take during your golf round.

Golfers often do not spend enough time learning about how the golf ball they play can influence their performance. Players that want to learn and want to improve their games fastest can improve performance quickly by choosing the right golf ball. The golf ball is the only piece of equipment that you use every shot yet not much is made about how it can affect your game. Golfers should be matching their swings to their ball of choice and choosing a golf ball that fits into their price range for every round.

Golf balls have a lot of unique characteristics. For instance, have you ever pondered why golf balls have dimples? Or have you ever wondered what the numbers on different golf balls mean? Below we will cover the various characteristics of golf balls and explain, in some detail, what they all mean.

Well, it's that time of year again where we take ALL the guess work out of shopping for your golfer.  We have traveled across the globe to find the best golf gifts of 2018 just for you (or your spouse.)  Shopping for the people we care is sometimes crazy hard.  The good news is TwoGuysWithBalls.com […]

SoftFirmLong gameShort gameSpin ratingCoverCorePieces The above mentioned terms are commonly used when manufacturers try to “sell” you their golf ball. Many of these terms are consistent will all balls and then modified to create a competitive advantage but more importantly SELL YOU MORE BALLS. I am in full agreement that each year technologies advance, innovations […]

Recently I received a dozen golf balls for my birthday. A few years back I would have been like, GREAT!….brand new Titleist’s! Without looking too closely at first, I had received Titleist NXT’s. Now, this certainly is a quality ball. However, not the “right” kind of golf ball suited for my game. The more I […]

Last updated Feb 8, 2020 Over the last year or so there have been rumors about Titleist discontinuing production of their NXT Tour balls. In the blog below, we will address this as well as the differences in both NXT versions. As we are doing these reviews of golf balls we will always remind our […]

Why is it that so many people are nearly impossible to shop for during the holiday season?  You’d think that being a loved one, significant other, sibling, mom or dad, grandma or grandpa, etc. we would know exactly what they want every year right?  I don’t know - maybe it’s because we know them so […]

This article was first posted at Freedom PT website. While golf is enjoyed by many, it can be a violent sport. This may sound extreme since the only contact it involves includes a 1 pound club with a 1.62 oz ball, but the truth is golfers of all ages and skill levels are at a […]

This article was first posted at Freedom PT website. Golf can be such a frustrating game.  Little nuances can keep you from playing the way you want.  There is no shortage of people willing to help you fix your game.  Every golf magazine offers some kind of correction for every little fault you might have.  Some work, some don’t. […]

Have any of you ever thought to yourselves, “Man...Golf is really complicated, there are so many little things that I need to keep track of in order to play well. How could someone come up with such a game?” As you know for any beginning has an explanation, many explanations some of them accurate and […]

How many of you have heard of Erin, Wisconsin? I'd be willing to bet that until the USGA announced 117th United States Golfers Association Championship will be held at Erin Hills in Wisconsin, that you have never heard of such a place. I'm sure most of you know Wisconsin as the home of the Green […]

Has anyone ever heard of Titleist Pro V1 and Titleist Pro V1x golf balls?? Of course you have! If you are reading this blog, I'd be willing to bet that you absolutely have heard of these golf balls and I'd bet even more that you have played with either one of them a few times […]

Anyone who takes the game of golf seriously has questioned a rule of golf at one time or another. Some of the rules certainly seem strange, but let’s be fair about this. The rules of golf evolved over many years and are designed to be uniform and consistent. Actually the R&A (Royal & Ancient Golf […]

2015 was a year to remember for Jordan Spieth, he gave us memories we will never forget. A Masters victory where Jordan showed us first player can easily win on such a storied stage. A course where experience is said to be the only attribute which can make a Masters Champion. US Open victory at […]