Snell releasing new MTB this Spring, 2023. Would love to see that one reviewed. Just played a MTB-X this past Sunday 1/29/23. My driver SS ranges 92-95 depending upon my old knees. In Summer I can get it to 97 when I want to step on one and I proceed to hit it really long into the woods. 😀. BTW: Dean Snell holds a number of patents in the development of the ProV-1 and Taylor Made tour level balls. That's why the Snell most resembles the ProV-1. It was his engineering. LOL.
I dig the 2022 chromesoft. That tripple track goes well with my odysee trippletrack matksman. They ate long, they stop, putt great, and have a new lowered compression
I have been testing the Snell MTB-X and the new Pro V1 Practice and they are different balls. From what I noticed on my indoor launch monitor, the Pro V1 felt softer and was longer with longer woods. The one thing I noticed was that Snell's shell chips a lot faster. In short, yes you are saving $ but if you have to constantly replace them because they scuff up faster are you even saving $ in the long run? I was really bummed about this because I really wanted to make the switch but wasn't really sold on Snell. My next test will be against Srixon Z Star Tour. I've heard they last a bit longer but not sure how they perform.
I will admit that Snell had a worse durability compared to some of the other balls I've tested recently. But I also had really bad luck with the pro V1 they just released this year too. I think the majority of players looking to save money are wishing to do so because they're losing the balls in the woods. The snails I tested lasted 60 to 80 shots before they were toast. I think the majority of people saving money are only lasting 10 to 20. They might not be as good or they might be playing on a really tough course with many water hazards. That's what I see the target market as.
@@GolfBallAddict when you say really bad balls with Pro V1 what do you mean? Titleist sets the benchmark when it comes down to ball testing and ball quality control against any other brand out there. I don’t know if this also means their outer shell is not as durable as others but from mygolfspy and other reports they rank as one of the highest in ball quality. Golf Spy actually gave Snell a good rank. I also wanted to point out that measuring ball quality in hitting against nets is not an ideal measurement. Nets really mess the balls up so I’m hoping that’s not how you are basing your ball testing. As far as saving money on loosing balls, well yeah why would someone drop $50 if they are going to loose one every 10 holes or so. In this instance wouldn’t you just say go with Kirkland’s 4 piece golf ball? Snells are a good ball for those that want a cheaper alternative, however for me, Pro V1 performed better.
Titleist has set the benchmark for a really long time. But just because they have for a long time doesn't mean they will always be number one. The cover they switch to this year on the outer shell did not perform as well as other balls I've tested. Yes I use the net for ball durability testing, but I do that for all my golf balls. So if ball A performs A+ durability and Titleist performs b durability, they are still both being tested the same way. Personally I would not recommend the Kirkland ball to anyone. This last year they were so bad that Costco had to take them off the shelf for a short period of time. People were losing 30 yards on their drive and the durability was absolutely abysmal. I would definitely recommend a snell or a encore, or even a cut DC over the Kirkland ball
@@GolfBallAddict I wish that durability would be a high bench mark but unfortunately it is not. Performance is the true measurement and any good player and Tour player will choose Titleist over any other brand. I can’t remember the statistic but the they own over 50% market. That being said I think Snell is a good ball for average weekend Warriors and those who don’t want to spend a ton of money on balls.
That is honestly going to depend on your swing speed. The snell is a little harder to compress. So if you are swinging 105 mph Plus, the snell should work just fine for you, and will have a firmer feel. The cut compresses a little bit better for moderate to high swingers and has more spin. If you feel you're getting too much spin, you can try the snell ball. But if you like the spin you're getting I would stick with the cut DC.
They spin less when you don't have a 110+ mph swing. However I've seen some of the greats get ridiculous spin out of X model balls. Just gotta have speed.
@@GolfBallAddict Saw a review with Mr. Snell and he was adamant that the harder ball spins more around the green and on approach shots. That's why the pros play the Black because they don't want so much spin.
Anyone want to see an updated review?
Yes!!!!!
Snell releasing new MTB this Spring, 2023. Would love to see that one reviewed. Just played a MTB-X this past Sunday 1/29/23. My driver SS ranges 92-95 depending upon my old knees. In Summer I can get it to 97 when I want to step on one and I proceed to hit it really long into the woods. 😀.
BTW: Dean Snell holds a number of patents in the development of the ProV-1 and Taylor Made tour level balls. That's why the Snell most resembles the ProV-1. It was his engineering. LOL.
They are consistent with flight, distance and impressive for feel around the greens. Affordable too😍
I just order my first dozen of snell blacks. Looking forward to trying them.
Awesome! Let me know how you end up liking them. :-)
I dig the 2022 chromesoft. That tripple track goes well with my odysee trippletrack matksman. They ate long, they stop, putt great, and have a new lowered compression
I have always loved Callaway balls. My mother uses the triple track ball and loves it. (She only uses it for putting, but hey it works!)
Well Mr Snell was involved in the design of many high end balls to include the Pro V 1
I have been testing the Snell MTB-X and the new Pro V1 Practice and they are different balls. From what I noticed on my indoor launch monitor, the Pro V1 felt softer and was longer with longer woods. The one thing I noticed was that Snell's shell chips a lot faster. In short, yes you are saving $ but if you have to constantly replace them because they scuff up faster are you even saving $ in the long run? I was really bummed about this because I really wanted to make the switch but wasn't really sold on Snell. My next test will be against Srixon Z Star Tour. I've heard they last a bit longer but not sure how they perform.
I will admit that Snell had a worse durability compared to some of the other balls I've tested recently. But I also had really bad luck with the pro V1 they just released this year too. I think the majority of players looking to save money are wishing to do so because they're losing the balls in the woods. The snails I tested lasted 60 to 80 shots before they were toast. I think the majority of people saving money are only lasting 10 to 20. They might not be as good or they might be playing on a really tough course with many water hazards. That's what I see the target market as.
@@GolfBallAddict when you say really bad balls with Pro V1 what do you mean? Titleist sets the benchmark when it comes down to ball testing and ball quality control against any other brand out there. I don’t know if this also means their outer shell is not as durable as others but from mygolfspy and other reports they rank as one of the highest in ball quality. Golf Spy actually gave Snell a good rank. I also wanted to point out that measuring ball quality in hitting against nets is not an ideal measurement. Nets really mess the balls up so I’m hoping that’s not how you are basing your ball testing. As far as saving money on loosing balls, well yeah why would someone drop $50 if they are going to loose one every 10 holes or so. In this instance wouldn’t you just say go with Kirkland’s 4 piece golf ball? Snells are a good ball for those that want a cheaper alternative, however for me, Pro V1 performed better.
Titleist has set the benchmark for a really long time. But just because they have for a long time doesn't mean they will always be number one. The cover they switch to this year on the outer shell did not perform as well as other balls I've tested. Yes I use the net for ball durability testing, but I do that for all my golf balls. So if ball A performs A+ durability and Titleist performs b durability, they are still both being tested the same way.
Personally I would not recommend the Kirkland ball to anyone. This last year they were so bad that Costco had to take them off the shelf for a short period of time. People were losing 30 yards on their drive and the durability was absolutely abysmal. I would definitely recommend a snell or a encore, or even a cut DC over the Kirkland ball
@@GolfBallAddict I wish that durability would be a high bench mark but unfortunately it is not. Performance is the true measurement and any good player and Tour player will choose Titleist over any other brand. I can’t remember the statistic but the they own over 50% market. That being said I think Snell is a good ball for average weekend Warriors and those who don’t want to spend a ton of money on balls.
Which would you rather play:
Elixir, vero x1, mtb black or mtb x?
If money was no issue, I would play the vero. Exceptional feel. Snell black coming in at a close second.
@@GolfBallAddict thanks for replying.
One other question. Would you suggest vice pro over vero x1? I wanted to try vice but wondered if i should.
The vero still performed better for me. What's your swing speed?
@@GolfBallAddict my swing speed is 95 - 100.
I would try both balls eventually, but I would definitely try that Vero first.
Love the ball
i play the Cut DC at 29.00 per dozen should I spend the extra 4 dollars for the Snell ball
That is honestly going to depend on your swing speed. The snell is a little harder to compress. So if you are swinging 105 mph Plus, the snell should work just fine for you, and will have a firmer feel. The cut compresses a little bit better for moderate to high swingers and has more spin. If you feel you're getting too much spin, you can try the snell ball. But if you like the spin you're getting I would stick with the cut DC.
Firm balls spin less… are you sure about that?
They spin less when you don't have a 110+ mph swing. However I've seen some of the greats get ridiculous spin out of X model balls. Just gotta have speed.
@@GolfBallAddict Saw a review with Mr. Snell and he was adamant that the harder ball spins more around the green and on approach shots. That's why the pros play the Black because they don't want so much spin.
Does the "Snell number 5" smell like womens perfume?