By Blooming Golf Ltd

07/26/2010 Which golf ball is best for you?
You must have asked yourself this question when facing a golf ball display at your local golf store! There are hundreds of golf balls on the market from numerous golf brands, different colours, qualities, specifications and most importantly, prices. Blooming Golf would like to help you find the golf ball right for you. Lets keep it as simple as possible.

First: 2, 3 or 4-piece golf ball? Golf balls are designed for specific swing speeds, playing with the wrong golf ball will result in loss of distance.

- 2-piece golf ball: These golf balls are designed for low speed golf swing, below 85 miles per hour. They are made of two layers with a cover layer firmer than its core. Their side spin reduction and low compression are designed for game improvement and distance. Reduce slice or hook for a straighter flight. These golf balls are available for ladies, men and juniors in white, orange, yellow or pink. The cheapest option.

- 3 or 4-piece golf ball: Made of multiple layers, softer cover and firm core. Designed for the better player looking for a softer feel and better flight control of the golf ball. Generates more spin, draw or fade and backspin with wedges. These balls require a greater swing speed as their compression is higher. These golf balls are more often available in white and cost more, but as a better player you will loose less of them.

How to choose?
Beginner or high handicap player: all you need is an affordable golf ball which generates maximum distance, the golf ball for you is a 2-piece ball. Because you will lose lots of them, there is no need to spend a fortune on golf balls. For the colour, it's up to you, some players prefer coloured golf balls as they see them better. The brand doesn't really matter as long as you get the right ball for you.
Medium to good player: you can now hit a golf ball a long way and are looking for more accuracy and better feel. You need a 3 or 4-piece ball. Why? you are now losing less golf balls and can spend more money on them. Try different brands and models, some of them will feel better than others. Stick to the same ball so you will get use to it and you will know how it reacts to your strike.
New or used? Like everything there are plenty of reasons why to buy something new or second hand. In regards to golf balls, there are two advantages of buying used golf balls:
1- In average you can save 40% of the cost of new golf balls.
2- This is a great opportunity to try a better golf ball without spending a fortune on new golf balls.
The majority of used golf balls have been hit only a few times before being lost by their previous unfortunate owner. Those golf balls are found in water hazards and have been through a washing process and sorted into different grades. Some of them may feature a logo and an identifying mark from previous owner. Low graded used golf balls are ideal for practicing.
Second Chance is the official supplier of used golf balls for Blooming Golf. They are based in the United Kingdom and their used golf balls come from the USA and the UK.

Blooming Golf stocks AAA graded and B graded used golf balls:
- AAA graded used golf balls are superb quality and ideal for recreational play. They may have company logos and/or pen marks. Great condition and value!
- B graded used golf balls are in good condition and still good for recreational play and practice. They will show some signs of scuffs and marks, also may have logos and/or pen marks. Super value for money!