Secondhand balls

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By Kyle S

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  1. Kyle S

    Kyle S
    Picayune, MS

    Are secondhand balls good to use? 

  2. Don O

    Don O
    Madison, WI

    Most are retrieved from water hazards. More expensive brands (Pro-Vs, Z-Star, B-330) are often refurbished that improves their appearance but can change flight characteristics. Non-urethane balls can be a mix of various (semi-)annual releases. They can be as reliable as balls you find on course, in bushes, or from hazards. If you're serious about improving your handicap or getting a new low score, you'll do better with using the same ball consistently. Titleist's reputation is in part based on consistent quality from the factory.
  3. Bomber3

    Bomber3
    Lake St Louis, MO

    Military

    As a general rule, I would say no.  There is no way to tell how long the ball was out in the environment (woods, water, etc....).  Environmental factors certainly have an impact on ball performance, so if you are serious about your game (always improving), then you are better off purchasing and playing with new golf balls.  Titleist offers a nice variety of golf balls for every level of user at varying price points.  As the old saying goes...you get what you pay for!

  4. Titleist_AU_Fan

    Titleist_AU_Fan
    Warsaw, IN

    Kyle,

    You'll likely noticed some type of performance drawback, especially with premium balls. You will probably have better luck with 'recycled' balls' vs. refinished' balls, but honestly I wouldn't strongly recommend either unless you're looking to stock up your shag bag.

    Titleist sells X-OUTS and "Practice" balls that are essentially ProVs, and I would go that direction if you're looking to save some money.

  5. Greg K

    Greg K
    Saint Robert, MO

    Military

    When I don't play a whole lot, I go the route of recycled balls.  I would not go the route of refurbished though do to playing characteristics as previously mentioned.  But now that I play 3-4 days of week, I play with the new balls due to not losing balls and maintaining to characteristics through a couple of rounds. 

     

    Hit em Straight

  6. James S

    James S
    Fishers, IN

    For me grade A or mint recycled balls are fine for practice round play, they are generally in near new condition and minimal performance problems, making them a good low budget alternative. I play 3-4 times a week use recycled balls except for league play, outings and other competitive rounds where new balls give consistent performance.

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