So I’ve been messing around with these Nitro golf balls lately, trying to figure out what the deal is with their compression ratings. Let me tell you, it’s been quite the journey.
I started off by grabbing a bunch of these balls, all different kinds, you know? Some were labeled “low compression,” others “high compression.” I was like, okay, let’s see what this really means on the course.
First thing I did was hit the driving range. I warmed up a bit, got my swing going, and then started whacking these balls with my driver. Now, I’m no pro, but I’ve got a decent swing speed. Not super fast, but not slow either.
- With the low compression balls, I noticed they really jumped off the clubface. It felt like they were on a trampoline or something! I was getting some serious distance, more than usual. They were going quite a bit farther.
- Then I switched to the high compression ones. These felt a bit harder at impact, not as much give. With my swing, they didn’t go as far as the low compression ones. It was noticeable.
I did this a few times, switching back and forth, just to make sure I wasn’t imagining things. Nope, it was consistent. Lower compression, more distance for me. Higher compression, not so much.
Then, I decided to take these balls to the actual course. Played a few rounds, used different clubs, the whole nine yards. Same story. The low compression balls were giving me that extra distance off the tee, which was pretty sweet. The high compression ones, on the other hand, felt like they required more power to get the same results, and I didn’t get the same distance as the low compression ones.
Here is what I found out at the end of all this, the Nitro LD+20, it’s one of those balls that goes further than what the golf big shots allow, so it is not for official tournaments but fun for casual play.
It got me thinking, maybe these compression ratings are more than just numbers. They actually affect how the ball behaves, especially depending on your swing speed. Of course, there is more to it, but that is the basic thing about it.
So, if you’re like me, with an average swing speed, you might want to check out those low compression Nitro balls. They could add a few extra yards to your drive. But hey, don’t just take my word for it. Go out there, grab some balls, and see for yourself! That’s the best way to learn, right?
