There are other things to think about when it comes to choosing a golf ball for resilience and durability.
Most of this comes down to what the ball is made of.
For example, you’ll first need to think about the cover.
As you’ll see in our ‘how golf balls are made’ article, these balls are made from several layers.
The cover, or top layer is typically made from either urethane or an ionomer material which is a little tougher.
The tougher ionomer material is generally used for two piece golf balls as it gives them a little more structure.
It’s hard nature means that it works especially well for golf balls that are used for distance.
Moreover, it will far more easily resist fast swings.
However, urethane would usually be seen on a three or four piece golf ball.
There are also five piece balls and this same material would generally be used here too.
The problem with urethane is that, owing to its softer nature, it is more prone to scuffing.