THE TRUTH: PRO V1 Refurbished Balls (£20) Vs PRO V1 Balls (£42)

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  • THE TRUTH: Pro V1 Refurbished Balls (£20) Vs Pro V1 Balls (£42)
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  • @RickShielsPGA
    @RickShielsPGA  5 ปีที่แล้ว +255

    What golf ball do you play?

    • @louissmith2180
      @louissmith2180 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Rick Shiels Golf supersoft, love them

    • @konstamattsson
      @konstamattsson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Pro v1 and chrome soft

    • @neiltaylor1765
      @neiltaylor1765 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Either Pro V1x in the wind or bridgestone tour b x in good weather

    • @seankenny7040
      @seankenny7040 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      TP5X

    • @russtibbs9216
      @russtibbs9216 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      TP5x by far my favorite. Best flight and consistent distance in the wind for sure. Still get good spin so it’s a no brainer for me.

  • @christianadams2994
    @christianadams2994 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5345

    I use refurbished TP5x and I can hit those into the woods just as well as the brand new ones.

    • @olle4379
      @olle4379 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      where do you buy them?

    • @christianadams2994
      @christianadams2994 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@olle4379 I bought mine on Amazon. 3 dozen for $49

    • @yomamma476
      @yomamma476 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Lmaooo

    • @joshlynch5676
      @joshlynch5676 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Hell yeah brother

    • @chad2831
      @chad2831 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      if you're in america Walmart

  • @maureenclark5815
    @maureenclark5815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1869

    I usually hit my Wilson into the woods and come out with 2 or 3 pro v1's.

    • @jimmyReesby
      @jimmyReesby 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Absolutely. And usually a bit of Poison ivy 😁

    • @puttputt524
      @puttputt524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Maureen Clark Wilson? No I’m pretty sure you were playing a pro v1 😉

    • @jimchu5604
      @jimchu5604 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂

    • @288theabe
      @288theabe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sounds like a good deal 🤣

    • @jimmyReesby
      @jimmyReesby 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I usually like to see your pro V😛

  • @allendalephillips
    @allendalephillips 5 ปีที่แล้ว +818

    I play whatever golf balls I find in the woods when looking for mine

    • @MAF545
      @MAF545 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same with me!

    • @austinwilsonvolleyball
      @austinwilsonvolleyball 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol same

    • @elpacko7687
      @elpacko7687 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yep. Sometimes balls finding is more exciting than playing when I'm having a mare.

    • @Logan-zx1cm
      @Logan-zx1cm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      See when my friends invite me to the really nice courses I found a dozen pro v1s and half a dozen taylormade tp5pixs

    • @trevorfahey3819
      @trevorfahey3819 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen

  • @xtr0city
    @xtr0city 5 ปีที่แล้ว +673

    I always play Callaway super softshell, great balls. I chose those cause some dude named walt seems to leave a trillion of them in the tall grass.

    • @andrewwolf4963
      @andrewwolf4963 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😂😂😂😂😂I THINK YOU OWE ME SOME GOLF BALLS haha jk that’s hilarious

    • @rclyce
      @rclyce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cam S. 😂😂😂

    • @Tapioca674
      @Tapioca674 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Classic Walt.

    • @JROD8796
      @JROD8796 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Walt

    • @Elexcrump
      @Elexcrump 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love that ball it is great for putting

  • @robertjohndrow4302
    @robertjohndrow4302 5 ปีที่แล้ว +633

    Whatever the good lord doth provideth in the woods at my course

    • @theshanamaster
      @theshanamaster 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      may you find a greenskeeper with many lost prov1s to give out freely like me

    • @lincolnchiller1274
      @lincolnchiller1274 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      theshanamaster i am a greenskeeper at a country club so you can imagine the custom pro v1s i find

    • @Trooper_675
      @Trooper_675 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      funny because when I take my girlfriend golfing with me, we enjoy the easter egg hunt as I call it :D

    • @Stuckinpueblo
      @Stuckinpueblo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Johndrow amen

    • @Huddle_House56
      @Huddle_House56 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Greens mower/grounds crew here. Don’t even have to buy golf balls we collect all the good ones we find and have a garbage bin full of player quality balls 🤣

  • @specialk1287
    @specialk1287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +647

    "The difference between a one dollar ball and a three dollar ball... Is two dollars"
    - Leslie Nielson

    • @wickeli
      @wickeli 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Kay meaning you can get two other $1 balls?

    • @MAF545
      @MAF545 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Really funny

    • @octobersveryown4953
      @octobersveryown4953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lol shanking a 1 dollar ball into the woods will net you atleast 2-3 pro v1’s. so what about a ~$11 Return on investment. seems worth it😂

    • @deanbuffoni5139
      @deanbuffoni5139 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol...

    • @hugozhackenbush681
      @hugozhackenbush681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shirley not?

  • @satchmodog2
    @satchmodog2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    I was installing a new garage service door on a house last month and the customer had a dumpster in the driveway because they were moving. Guy was getting ready to heave a large box full of golf balls in the bin and the only reason I stopped him was the box said Callaway on it. I asked him if they were balls and he replied yes. Apparently he was in charge of buying balls for tournaments and this case was the leftovers. 42 dozen balls for free. Nike, Callaway, Wilson, Srixon, Top Flight Taylor and Maxflis. I was just thrilled. I gave five dozen to my girlfriend and five to my friend and will still never have to buy another ball the rest of my life.

    • @soonerstingergtrwd2906
      @soonerstingergtrwd2906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      If you can live the rest of your life on 32 dozen you don't golf enough

    • @satchmodog2
      @satchmodog2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@soonerstingergtrwd2906 very true. I broke my back, leg and heel a few years ago and golfing is difficult for me now. I only get out a few times a year and spend most of my time at the range trying to rebuild my swing.

    • @soonerstingergtrwd2906
      @soonerstingergtrwd2906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@satchmodog2 i feel you there. I was diagnosed with Rapid onset Rheumatoid Arthritis about 5 years ago. Since then I have barely been able to play. It has been really bad this year and I have only played 1 single round. My distance used to be my strength. Even when I was a 25+ handicap I could drive the ball as far a as anyone. I would have the long drive prize at nearly every scramble we played. Now though, it was really depressing not being able to rotate as far or drive the hips anywhere near where I used to.

    • @richardedwards9611
      @richardedwards9611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@soonerstingergtrwd2906 try the carnivore diet. RA is a autoimmune issue. Carnivore for a month and see if it helps at all. It's just a month. It may be anecdotal but many people says it helps manage the symptoms a bit.

    • @wikzy.7966
      @wikzy.7966 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@satchmodog2 hope youre doing well now mate

  • @arianagandhi4582
    @arianagandhi4582 4 ปีที่แล้ว +294

    Every time i find a pro ball in the woods i legit feel like Gollum when he gets the ring back at the end of Return Of The King

    • @BigBluenoser
      @BigBluenoser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The precious...

    • @johnnym4134
      @johnnym4134 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah same today I found 3 pro v1s in the woods and It feels exactly like how you said it

    • @darcygray3234
      @darcygray3234 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha they just go in the bag and don’t get played

    • @rclyce
      @rclyce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ariana Gandhi 😂😂😂

    • @mattreynolds612
      @mattreynolds612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like finding a $4 dollar bill in the grass. Lol😹⛳

  • @patrickdaly8209
    @patrickdaly8209 5 ปีที่แล้ว +406

    With my high handicap white and round and on sale are my requirements!

    • @emncaity
      @emncaity 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Together, those three form a tough standard, but one that can be met. ;-)

    • @ruckdane
      @ruckdane 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      stephen f it’s tough. Sometimes you gotta go all the way to a Walmart to meet those requirements... it’s a rough life

    • @notyou6674
      @notyou6674 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      lucky for you i have 2 that fit that exact description.

    • @mikeschiavoni5973
      @mikeschiavoni5973 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try the maxfli straightfli. The hit like rocks but fall pretty straight compared to distance balls and they are dirt cheap. Not sure wal mart has them but dicks does.

    • @ericlucido926
      @ericlucido926 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not You underrated comment 😂

  • @TheArbiterSux
    @TheArbiterSux 5 ปีที่แล้ว +226

    I just use whatever I can find in the woods while looking for the one I lost. Great vid by the way!

    • @JoesBrute1
      @JoesBrute1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I do this alot as well. Found a noodle one time a while back. Played it some haven't lost it yet. Just a matter of time though.

    • @samtaylor8734
      @samtaylor8734 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Golf can be an expensive sport but pissing in the bushes has found me enough balls to have just one more beer back at the club house

    • @Labergemusic
      @Labergemusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Learn how to get free balls with this one easy trick!

    • @satchmodog2
      @satchmodog2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I keep a ball retriever with me and if there's no one behind me, I'll fish low hanging fruit out of the ponds on the course

    • @palehorse24681
      @palehorse24681 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for that life hack brother hahaha.

  • @apollo8972
    @apollo8972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    Never bought a golf ball in my life and I've played for 30 years.

    • @bigboyhova
      @bigboyhova 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lol so true

    • @petermcgill1315
      @petermcgill1315 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Yes. I always say I only ever use the one type of ball on the golf course: the one I won in the last comp.

    • @puttputt524
      @puttputt524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Winston wolf bug spray and garbage bag.
      I can shank pro v1’s into water and feel nothing.

    • @apollo8972
      @apollo8972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@puttputt524 What the fuck does that mean??

    • @puttputt524
      @puttputt524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Winston wolf equipment for amassing an unreasonable number of golf balls??? When water hazards are drying up there’s mosquitoes everywhere here.

  • @johns5586
    @johns5586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    The good old Noodle balls never fail to amaze. Not only are they everywhere, I don’t cry at the gaping void in my wallet when I lose one :)

  • @DLewis2193
    @DLewis2193 5 ปีที่แล้ว +242

    i play which ever golf ball i find stuffed in bottom of my bag

    • @DodderingOldMan
      @DodderingOldMan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bwahaha! Oh yes, me too...

    • @robertbowman6320
      @robertbowman6320 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      What you find in the bag? I usually just use what I find on the course.

    • @DLewis2193
      @DLewis2193 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@robertbowman6320 respect that grind

  • @RickShielsPGA
    @RickShielsPGA  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

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    • @leeburling4849
      @leeburling4849 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rick Shiels Golf where u buy those prov1 refurbished 👌seem ok

  • @mike8159
    @mike8159 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    How do you know it was the refurb balls you were feeling? You might just be feeling the difference between the 2017 and 2019 proV1

    • @brada6570
      @brada6570 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly. He could be saying the same about a refurbished 2019 Pro V1 vs 2021 Pro V1?

    • @hightide9513
      @hightide9513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can tell you I’ve bought a bunch of refurb Callaway Chrome Soft X and ERC’s from the same vendor that feel different. The paint they use is terrible and almost feels sticky. You can even see what looks like lint stuck in the paint on some balls. They don’t play the same and I’ve cut many to make sure they’re the current offering. I will only buy non-refurb 5a/mint used balls now.

    • @t0ny1189
      @t0ny1189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@hightide9513 IMO for 99.5 percent of golfers I doubt that those differences will impact their performance

    • @hightide9513
      @hightide9513 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@t0ny1189 IMO 100% of golfers use clubs that impart spin on the ball. A difference in texture equates to a difference in spin. Ball manufacturers are very particular about the surface finish on their balls. The people who repaint them are not. If this is of no concern, save your money and buy some TopFlite instead of remanned premiums.

    • @t0ny1189
      @t0ny1189 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@hightide9513 I understand what you're saying but remember that you're paying less than half of the normal price for refurbished...and I just dont believe that the decrease in spin performance would make a noticable difference for a vast majority of amateur golfers golfers...speaking of Top Flight.. most golfers would probably shoot the same and save a lot of money using them instead of premium balls lol

  • @cdarrinford
    @cdarrinford 4 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    So you started me thinking, how much scuff damage can a ball have before it affects your shots.

    • @probablynotabigtoe9407
      @probablynotabigtoe9407 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Any surface scratches will increase drag and depending on the shape it can deflect the spin...
      But the faster the ball is traveling it exponentially increases its effect on the flight of the ball.
      Too many factors in that equation to give a definite answer. Depth, shape and amount of imperfections will all play into it.
      Long story short Do Not use badly scratched balls on your drive and it shouldn't effect your game In any notable manner.
      I would like to see it tested as well but in the small sample sizes he usually tests in we wouldn't see measurable results anyway.

    • @slemded
      @slemded 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get noob u ar e noob haha

    • @chrisgratton6436
      @chrisgratton6436 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@slemded I'd reck you in golf kid, you're bad

    • @slemded
      @slemded 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@chrisgratton6436 no u

    • @chrisgratton6436
      @chrisgratton6436 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @M P bruh ill hit u wit the 360 no look shot right into the hole, no hit markers. Stop playing with me kid you're bad

  • @michaelw1975
    @michaelw1975 5 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Big fan of playing with ProV1. Haven't actually had to buy any, golf course is littered with lost balls. So win win.

    • @tbled52
      @tbled52 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same. That's my excuse when I hook it into the trees, it was just to hunt for balls.

    • @jjwp-ql5rv
      @jjwp-ql5rv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Because rich people don't really care. Someone with loads of money spare won't "look" for a ball as much as someone who has no money.

    • @gtaylor9218
      @gtaylor9218 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jjwp-ql5rv i think they seriousness of the want to score plays just as big of a factor

  • @mitchmckurtis688
    @mitchmckurtis688 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    No spin test on the Trackman? I play second hand golf balls 0.70 pound eqch, works as good as the new for me

  • @shimonhawkins13
    @shimonhawkins13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I switched from refurbished Bridgestone B330s to refurbished ProV1x and was stunned at how good the performance was. Rick is correct, I'll lose the ball before I notice the durability issues these balls might have, so for half the price, it's definitely worth it for me...

  • @isondd
    @isondd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great review! I actually bought similarly packaged Pro V1's recently. I have had the same impression and results! Yes a slight difference in the 'click' sound and feel (slightly harder), but GREAT results. A good value. I am happy with them/ I line out the "refurbished" for putting LOL

  • @dfisher4768
    @dfisher4768 5 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Should test those refurbished against brand new 2017 prov1s and see if the click is the the paint or the core.

    • @Obirascor
      @Obirascor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Agree. This wasn't really an apples to apples comparison.

    • @Thumper68
      @Thumper68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The click is the paint I’ve hit many different refurbished and they all sound little more clicky and scratch fairly easy. Any club 7 or less I leave mark on them and my vokey’s leave lines from grooves. I notice the refurbished on the green the most the click feels harder off the putter. Overall though for daily play I use them for tournaments I use real ones.

    • @stevespenscom
      @stevespenscom 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was going to say the same thing.

    • @TheVillest
      @TheVillest 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and in theory if these refirb balls have been sand blasted that would make them slightly lighter even with the new urethane cover, right?

    • @Mr.mallaer
      @Mr.mallaer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I tried refurbished. I think it’s more than paint. The entire or substantial part of the top layer is redone, since the ones I used would just crack after a few shots.

  • @hubmann714
    @hubmann714 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Lol thank god. I literally ordered 3 boxes of refurbished proV1s 2 minutes before this video dropped. I was def prepared to feel stupid for ordering them haha

  • @neildollar
    @neildollar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I’d agree with other commenters-a video about how much scuffing a ball can take before really affecting your play would be very interesting. Another great video!

  • @SharkRipz
    @SharkRipz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just started playing again a month ago after 10 years of not playing. I use Noodle soft and long but that’s because my horrific slice causes me to lose a lot of them still at this point. I like the feel around the green and putting but feel they lack spin into the green and seem to run a long ways up after they hit.

  • @douglaseddins5773
    @douglaseddins5773 5 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Yes! Also wanna see you do a breakdown of the Snell MTB's vs TP5 and ProV1 👍

    • @alcurry5669
      @alcurry5669 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too, but Im not sure they ship Snell balls to the UK. Hell, I'll mail him a sleeve.

    • @garyhand1982
      @garyhand1982 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Look on the my golf spy ball test

    • @paulseel5416
      @paulseel5416 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I ordered two lots of Snell MTB's within the UK and they were delivered in a few days, so shouldn't be a problem getting them. I've played a couple of rounds and I really like them.

  • @charlesreed3030
    @charlesreed3030 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you Rick!!! I’ve never used brand new ProV’s. I can’t justify the price when I get the same quality for half the price!!!! The durability issues are to be expected but it’s definitely bang for your buck.

  • @carlmcdaniel5681
    @carlmcdaniel5681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Rick I absolutely love your complete unbiased opinion. It's really great that you can give your honest opinion without sponsorships and it so useful for us new golfers and veteran golfers. Now I can go get a box of refurbished pro v's and feel confident it will perform good. Well done Rick. Love the content!

  • @randallkeller8770
    @randallkeller8770 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff as usual!
    I play Titleist Velocity.
    I found that I like a little harder ball. Distance great. I can drop and stop all day. I have been experimenting with Srixon Z Star. It does really well in the Wind👍
    Thanks Rick!

  • @haricsl
    @haricsl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    "Probably lose the ball before worrying about the cover" haha aint that the truth

  • @youngnintogaining
    @youngnintogaining 5 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    Expect site to jump refurb prices $8-10 a dozen this week. Thanks Rick.

    • @josephvoll3842
      @josephvoll3842 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fyi
      To: @Rick Shiels
      Re: I think that "Thank You" is/was Sarcasm.

    • @jjwp-ql5rv
      @jjwp-ql5rv 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@josephvoll3842
      No shit, Sherlock.

  • @michaelrutledge7048
    @michaelrutledge7048 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As I’m almost 70 and my swing speed has slowed down, I’ve been playing the Callaway SuperSoft (yellow). I find it’s low compression maximizes my slower swing and the yellow color helps me see it with my 70 y/o eyes. I’ve bought them new (about $20) and refurbed (about $9). I find little difference in their performance. Recently, I’ve also tried the Titleist TourSoft, but see they it’s compression is a bit higher.

    • @archstanton71
      @archstanton71 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m terrible at golf but play anyways. I will say the chrome soft are a nice feel coming off the club

  • @michaelguthrie2723
    @michaelguthrie2723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    If I remember the “correctly. Lee Trevino was asked many years ago what’s the difference between a one dollar golf ball and a three dollar golf ball. His reply was two dollars LOL

    • @jackmadden1078
      @jackmadden1078 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Repost

    • @currbag
      @currbag 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can tell the difference big time. Bought a pack of noodle long and soft at the start of season and it was all I used the first half of this year. Wife bought me some new callaway chrome triple trackers and they feel so fucking good and I get more spin around the greens and a lot of a nicer feel with the scotty

  • @olli981
    @olli981 5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Maybe the 2017 Model does always sounds different to the 2019's ????

    • @NakedFlop
      @NakedFlop 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The real question! Would be fun to see the tests done with balls of the same year.

    • @WeirdBrick
      @WeirdBrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No its that plastic cover! No pro v1 has ever felt clicky! I couldnt use these as the feel was pretty bad for around the green imo. Sure the shot was probably no different but for short chips the ball felt too alive.

  • @NayNay_YT
    @NayNay_YT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I wish you would have done part of this test in your range. Could have tested spin rate and accuracy a little better.
    But very cool.

    • @davidr.butcher8491
      @davidr.butcher8491 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That and should've tried to find non refurbished of the same year. Can't compare and updated ball to a lesser model.

  • @jasonjillain8940
    @jasonjillain8940 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for this video. I just purchased 16 dozen prov1 refurbish d balls. So I was a little skeptical. My plan is to start my warm up rounds for this next season using these. I plan to put them side by side to compare. Thanks Rick love your vids

  • @michaelramos545
    @michaelramos545 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Rick! I’m a mid handicapper and for the past 2 seasons I’ve used refurbished prov1s. They work great for me and the website I purchase them from tells you the condition and also what model year the balls are. I can get 48 for $60 which last quite awhile. I wouldn’t be able to afford brand new pro v1s, so I really enjoy having this option available to me

  • @blakethornsbrough1528
    @blakethornsbrough1528 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I'm now curious of the performance differences from a 2017 pro v1 to a 2019 since they clearly changed the internals. Did they purposely reduce the distance and change the cover feel for a more controlled ball?

  • @tannersolar3684
    @tannersolar3684 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Can’t wait for this video I buy the refurbished pro v1s gonna be nice to see the comparison

  • @Revheadrev
    @Revheadrev ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent vid mate, as always. I’ve played refurbed Pro V1s for ages solely due to price. I’m a mid handicapper.
    But I’m wondering if I might buy a few boxes of new ones to do this test myself and see what the difference is on course.
    Thanks again mate

  • @j-splitt9215
    @j-splitt9215 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have bought several of the refurbished/rewashed boxes and has just noticed that there are different year balls in there. The Pro V1 font and arrows differ with the year they were released. The oldest one I have gotten was from 2003-04. Most are from 2015+. Hope this helps in anyway. I absolutely love these golf balls and for the price I'm not as scared to hit them since they are much cheaper. Walmart had/has them on clearance for $7 a dozen so why wouldnt you buy them. That is about the same price as the cheapo balls you find there. Cheers 🍻

  • @samphotoyt
    @samphotoyt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Here is what I learned, forget the fact that one is referb, the 2017 model was longer than the 2019.
    You should test 2019 against a 2017 to see if it is something the referb company is doing, or did Titleist actually get worse as they raised prices?

    • @daleykun
      @daleykun 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      There's far too many variables in Rick's swing to be able to say that. You wouldn't be able to test that and have any real meaningful results without using a test rig that hit it the same way every time.

    • @garybrumley3519
      @garybrumley3519 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@daleykun Iron Byron would work. Or a reasonable facsimile.

    • @Mr.mallaer
      @Mr.mallaer 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hit every golf ball pretty much the same with the driver. Maybe TP5 go a little better through the wind, but nothing significant.

    • @tkomow2
      @tkomow2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't think prices have gone up have they? Always been $50 US.

  • @karpediem4725
    @karpediem4725 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Is the clicking sound different due to the change in cover from 2017 to 2019? I believe the reason for the shiny white cover and the scuffing was due to them being repainted correct?

  • @SimplePhill
    @SimplePhill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man, I remember growing up, the kids across the street and I had a nice gig going on where, when we'd go fishing down at the creek by the country club, we'd gather golf balls, clean them up, and sell them to golfers for a dollar or two. We made bank, and I had dozens and dozens of golf balls whenever I went golfing with dad. I think I still have a handful of those, all these years later.

  • @normansykes3708
    @normansykes3708 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rick I started playing the Snell MTB Black. It’s a really good ball. The owner Dean Snell was one of the former engineers at Titleist who helped design the Pro V1 and the Prestige ball. I also think he had a hand in the Professional ball as well. He worked for TaylorMade as well on the Penta models. If you haven’t already maybe you can test the MTB Black and the X.

  • @trogdor21997
    @trogdor21997 5 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Great vid. I’ve been wondering this for awhile. However it would’ve been nice for you to hit them inside in the bay to check spin RPMs

    • @gtaylor9218
      @gtaylor9218 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Agreed..in the states atleast..alot come out of ponds, and lakes...and ive heard about them being water logged

  • @J.Fingers
    @J.Fingers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like to play the callaway chrome soft I just feel like I can make them get the loft I nee$ at times

  • @kingbattletoad3221
    @kingbattletoad3221 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just got these in, and I'm glad you did this, I'm more excited to play with them now! Thanks for the videos

  • @glenwhyte2555
    @glenwhyte2555 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I might now be tempted.. 🤔
    Thanks for this insight and r
    eally enjoy your channel 👍
    I play roughly off 12 hc and like the ad333 from srixon ! Good value golf ball. Also like the titleist nxt tours

  • @Games._with._Lvcyyy
    @Games._with._Lvcyyy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Superb video Rick as always I also have tried these out and cannot fault them!! Would buy more with the confidence of knowing you have given them your seal of approval

  • @williammurphy8293
    @williammurphy8293 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the pro V1x but I’ve grown to love the Taylor Made Burner Soft. They both are superb on the green especially with my short distance irons and wedges. I’m 26 and I’ve been playing since I was 19. I’ve been on and off the golf course but I started up again fully when I joined a CC with my dad. I’ve improved greatly and I’m starting to recognize what I love and dislike in the equipment I use.

  • @neilevans704
    @neilevans704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a relatively newcomer I would be interested in a short film on different types of balls and how they affect your game.

  • @adamriggi9031
    @adamriggi9031 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Whatever I find in my bag that looks cool, I'm not lying I honestly dont care what I use.

  • @markgarraway9066
    @markgarraway9066 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Gonna start buying them. Love the PV1 but cringe when I hit them OOB. Great video. Keep up the good work!

  • @kelbyrockwell3717
    @kelbyrockwell3717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have been playing the PRO V1x "refurbished" this year so far and love them. Very nice spin control around the greens, they do show the old signs of wear after a few holes. But for $20/dozen I couldn't be happier. I haven't seen this video yet, watching now so I hope they get the RS stamp of approval!

  • @bertusvdh
    @bertusvdh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I play the yellow Srixon soft feel. Just love it. So used to the yellow i cant seem to go back to the normal white.

  • @kevinburke1267
    @kevinburke1267 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Saw these at aldi and thought to myself, “Let’s see what Rick says!” I may be investing since I’m still looking to shoot consistently in the 80s. From one beardsman to another, Great video and keep that beard growing Rick! Looks good on ya!

  • @ramonmoreno1658
    @ramonmoreno1658 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great and informative video. I think I am going to switch to the refurbished Pro V1 golfballs. As it is the price is getting ridiculously expensive for premium golfballs. Thank you Rick.

    • @mattblackman9211
      @mattblackman9211 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I look on eBay. I can score 4A/5A grade near mint/mint condition . One hit wonders for about 1.50 a ball.

    • @Bob-nu3xe
      @Bob-nu3xe 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      be carefull theres alot of so called pro vs on ebay their fake i bought 15 refurbs (£20)they were like pebbles!!! cromesoft £20 a box better deal

  • @footballfreke25
    @footballfreke25 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just picked up the same exact Prov V1 refurbished and Bridgestone B330 refurbished; same brand and AA rating. They both play extremely well. Bridgestone's even cheaper than the Pro's.

  • @anononomous
    @anononomous 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think this is the sort of test that would benefit from a bit of tech. Comparing the launch monitor numbers between them for similar shots would be interesting. Maybe throw in a cheap ball as well just to spice things up a bit 😀

  • @allangrimson4880
    @allangrimson4880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video Rick. Really enjoyed watching the comparison play out with the pro v1's

  • @TheSearoth
    @TheSearoth 5 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    It's not that im too poor to buy new golf balls it's just that, I'm not that good yet so I hit some in the water etc.
    All of my golf balls have I found myself. Going out when it's super dark with an UV lamp. The balls shine up like purple dots and it's really satisfying when you find PRO V1's.
    I've got over 2000 golf balls at home that are random golf balls, going from top flite to callaway super softs to PRO V1. I've got over 400 PRO v1s. That i've found myself, so when I shoot one in the water/hazard. It's not bothering me because I havent spent a penny on the balls.

    • @Areyouduckingserious
      @Areyouduckingserious 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You go out to a golfcourse at night and go and collect them?

    • @keestel6975
      @keestel6975 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      OH MAN! That tip of the UV lamp is the best LIFE HACK I ever heard! Thanks!!!

    • @2lotsill
      @2lotsill 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude thanks. Usually when it’s getting to dark. I choose disc golf with glow in the dark discs. H class, gonna start booking later tee times purposely.

    • @neilh4729
      @neilh4729 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been out twice at night with my UV torch. Found 127 balls the first time and 100 the second time, not counting the other 20 or so that were too difficult to reach. About two dozen were Pro V1s.

    • @ThinkBlueAZ
      @ThinkBlueAZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’ll learn some day that the value of time is more than $$

  • @51bench
    @51bench 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just bought my first dozen of refurbished golf balls and will never go back to buying new golf balls. The balls played just as well as a new ball and for a fraction of the price! I used to play the NXT Tour but don’t want to pay for the new version of those. So I decided to try the refurbished Bridgestone B-330 Tour RX. Loved them!! Thank you for this video!!!

  • @jefftothwmizzle
    @jefftothwmizzle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I use Pro V1 refurbished mainly because I tend to lose a decent amount of balls. Also use Callaway super soft

  • @pizzaearthpancakesandother2549
    @pizzaearthpancakesandother2549 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm still using the same sleeve of Spalding Molitors from 1991
    They are still in great shape and round

    • @truecrimejungle
      @truecrimejungle 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      is a sleeve 3 balls? Do you honestly expect us to believe you've kept the same 3 balls for 30 years?

  •  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't played much since I started high school, but back in the day I'd buy from the "lake balls" basket in the shop at the course. Grounds keepers dig balls out of water hazards, forest, rough, what have you, and sell them in the shop 3 for $1 or so. You could find some sweet deals in the basket if you felt like digging! I might spend a bit more if I played these days, but maybe not top dollar, since there's about 1000 things I could improve about my game before balls were the bottle neck >_

  • @alistairgray5753
    @alistairgray5753 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use the refurbished titleist balls myself, with being a beginner I lose a few regularly so they do me well.

  • @stevendurham9996
    @stevendurham9996 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks a lot for this video: I've been wondering about the refurbished ProV1's.

  • @glennwatson3313
    @glennwatson3313 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm not sure if you just saved me a lot of money or cost me a a lot. But thanks for the review.

  • @LilleyDaniel
    @LilleyDaniel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I play Pro V1 and generally play it well, the strike sounded different from 1 to 2,3 and 4
    Good testing mate and class video as standard 👏🏼

  • @cheyne2027
    @cheyne2027 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Current ball played, Wilson Staff FG Tour. Was a Taylormade TP3, TP5x, Penta and Bridgestone B330 player but found the WilsonStaff ball giving me everything I need plus more distance than the previous used balls and straighter. Just Waiting on the new ones to land in Australia.

  • @YQMaoski
    @YQMaoski 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The great water spirit collects enough for me to fish out on a regular basis. I don't get nervous teeing up a free ball compared to a nice Pro V1. I actually only lose about 1 golf ball for 9 hole or so consistently, so all of the balls I collected in the past are still keeping me going.

  • @andrewhall1767
    @andrewhall1767 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Have you ever heard of “Vice Golf”? I play the Vice pro plus ball and absolutely love it! Very similar to Pro V

    • @soloking2141
      @soloking2141 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pro plus is more like a prov1x. It’s a 4 layer. The prov1 is only a 3 layer.

  • @jasonosterhoff4840
    @jasonosterhoff4840 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank You for the Great review as always Rick!! I was told by a really good friend who actually works for this company that makes the refurbished brand golf balls. Most of the brands are refurbished in the same factory and the process is the same. There are several different grades they use when doing this process. Sometimes they will even use a different brand ball that is very similar and put a new cover on it and mark it as say a pro V1. That is why some will feel harder and not perform as well. To avoid these types of refurbished balls make sure your buying the ones that are in that brand of packaging. It is against the law to misrepresent that company so if doesn't say pro v1ect. on the box then don't buy it. Most of these online businesses are not legit nor licensed to sell these balls. Just trying to help out you fellow golfers.

    • @Kridian01
      @Kridian01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't badmouth my "Lake Ball" business with your truth-spewing.
      Please buy the box with the *largemouth bass* 🐟 with a golfball in its gob on the cover. 😁👍

    • @jasonosterhoff4840
      @jasonosterhoff4840 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Kridian01 lmao thanks for that I needed a good laugh today🖒🤣

  • @prim0pyr0
    @prim0pyr0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    durability out of sand bunker, you're comparing 2017 to 2019 balls. You cant attribute the difference to it being refurbished. You'd need to compare new 2017 to refurb 2017

    • @JamesStillings
      @JamesStillings 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He also said they're sandblasted and repainted, who knows what they're being repainted with

    • @luapynneb3069
      @luapynneb3069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@JamesStillings I'd guess! they are not repainted, they are sanded lightly to remove most marks and then polished, so buffed not painted.

    • @28russ
      @28russ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@luapynneb3069 Yeah , I was thinking they might sound a bit different because they've taken a clear coat, varnish type layer off and have just polished them without reapplying that layer....That's my guess anyway :-)

  • @bigmacmoose5368
    @bigmacmoose5368 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just started playing with TP5s. Absolutely love them.

  • @sinterklaasje1975
    @sinterklaasje1975 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I play Vice Pro Plus... love them... great video though!!

    • @joe03110
      @joe03110 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      sinterklaasje1975 same w me. Great balls and awesome company

  • @DonMock1
    @DonMock1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It would be interesting to see it compared to the 2017 PRO V1 for sound (clicking) and scuffing. On Amazon the Links Choice Titleist PRO V1 Golf Balls (Refurbished) is sold by Titleist.

    • @CraigTompkins1
      @CraigTompkins1 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      This was going to be my exact comment

  • @mal2ksc
    @mal2ksc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Have you tried hitting the refurbished balls alongside 2017 Pro V1s? Maybe the new old stock 2017 balls will be clicky too.

  • @robdobson5056
    @robdobson5056 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use these all the time...being a weekend golfer I can’t tell the difference at all. Glad to see they are a good ball!!

  • @hanleyagolf
    @hanleyagolf 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great video mate. Have you done the same comparison with Lake balls?

    • @patternpaper4940
      @patternpaper4940 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      There is some data on lake balls. Balls were left in water for something like 6 months and the water balls averaged 5-6 yards shorter on drives which is about 2%. Not a huge difference.

    • @tkomow2
      @tkomow2 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you see bubbles on the surface of the ball, don't play.

  • @temporality_
    @temporality_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    3:56 Hey Rick! Looks like you decided to keep those blades in the bag huh?

    • @chad2831
      @chad2831 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      good eye my friend.

  • @raymondgiguere9255
    @raymondgiguere9255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super good video on a subject that was waiting for a pro treatment! Been buying second market balls for awhile.... feel I am way better off buying `Pristine`or `Mint` balls as opposed to `refurbished`one`s because refurbished finish is not durable while the other balls are same as brand new in terms of durability... true that performance of both are same as brand new balls

  • @Teil27
    @Teil27 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just started using Titleist’s new TruFeel and I am really happy with it. Great distance and good feel around the green. $22 US for a dozen is a great price too!

  • @STSGuitar16
    @STSGuitar16 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    *smashes a straight, long drive*
    "That was a pretty horrendous tee shot"

  • @8loanmaker
    @8loanmaker 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Titleist- Velocity
    Calloway - Chrome Soft

  • @gimpzilla
    @gimpzilla 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Found these in my walmart bought two boxes and called it a year, no complaints

    • @neallirwin1584
      @neallirwin1584 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I play the same golf ball for three years then get rid of it and play a new one

  • @mattcross1722
    @mattcross1722 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would be curious to see how they feel in comparison to a new prov1 of the same generation. Although I do believe your results in performance are accurate. To me, a golfer who loses at least one ball per 9, It would seem fairly obvious refurbished is the way to go. I will surely lose a new ball long before I wear the cover enough that I would deem the ball unplayable. Thanks for the honest and informative content love the channel!

  • @natpro30
    @natpro30 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am a big refurb guy to save money. Love the content

  • @keithketcham5805
    @keithketcham5805 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I wonder if you played a ProV1 from 2017 if they'd perform/feel the same.

    • @bandaidbrandd
      @bandaidbrandd 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was wondering the same thing. Insides are different, cover might be different between 2017/2019 too.

    • @puttputt524
      @puttputt524 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Keith Ketcham whenever I think about golf technology too much I remind myself that golfers could break 70 with a top flite in the 90s

  • @arnellmilhouse7057
    @arnellmilhouse7057 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's like Easter Sunday everytime I golf! I just started playing golf seriously about.a month ago. The last time I played was 20 years ago. I purchased a couple of cases of pro v1's, Taylor Mades and Callaways last month. Now I have over 300 golf balls that I've found in the woods and in the drink. I'm getting better at golf with each round that I play, but honestly, I have a ton of fun searching for and finding golf balls. Golf needs it's version of the Easter Bunny. Maybe the Golfer Gopher.

  • @4131mpierce
    @4131mpierce 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Started using the Snell MTB-X in Yellow as I can see it better. Snell is half the price of my old favourite, Titleist Pro V1. Performance around green almost identical. Snell slightly longer off the tee. The Pro V1 shows less wear after 2 rounds but I retire a ball to practice bag after 2 rounds due to wear. My hdcp is 7.

  • @richardblayney1878
    @richardblayney1878 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Switched from Pro V1 to Callaway chrome soft and think the Crom Softs just as good.

    • @theshanamaster
      @theshanamaster 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      great currency among golf maintenance

    • @Bob-nu3xe
      @Bob-nu3xe 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      same here callaway came up with a great ball Richard at a great price lov em

  • @PAWILLIA
    @PAWILLIA 5 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Wilson Staff Duo Soft... Great golf balls. They perform great and the price is outstanding.

    • @brandywine3235
      @brandywine3235 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I found one of these in the woods at my local golf course. I feel in love after playing it for a few holes. It has an amazing soft feel to it. I am one of those guys who could careless about a golf ball but the Wilson Staff had me hooked! Plus it very cheap compared to other top named brands.

    • @massspike
      @massspike 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not as long as a Pro V1 (real or refurbished) but they play surprisingly well and for some reason I rarely lose them. The also are on sale pretty regularly around here e.g. just bought 2 dozen for CDN$30. I also like that they come in colors so in the fall I switch to the bright red.

    • @Angleton04
      @Angleton04 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My ball of choice. Though i bought a lot of Topflight BOMB and Strata SMASH. Love the Wilson

    • @MrCRMoir
      @MrCRMoir 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great ball

  • @robmatheson2100
    @robmatheson2100 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a high handicap, around 16 or so and I play a Taylormade Distance ball. You can get them on sale a lot of the time...the wear pretty well and if you lose one they aren't that expensive. Love the product reviews, love the channel!

  • @benmain5642
    @benmain5642 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Current using Bridgestone e12 Soft. I started using them at the end of last year and loved them. Also great for the colder weather. Will be interested to see if I still like them with my new clubs.

  • @ryanwilde5694
    @ryanwilde5694 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wilson DX2 just like the softness and the price helps!

  • @davidtrebell2184
    @davidtrebell2184 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What did the 2017 pro V1 feel like compared to the refurbished Pro V1

    • @earlybirdgolfer3935
      @earlybirdgolfer3935 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      that's the question! It would be possible that Rick felt the difference between 2019 en 2017 proV1, the performed test doesn't exclude this possibility.

    • @WeirdBrick
      @WeirdBrick 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No pro v has ever felt clicky! Ive used these reurbs and they do not feel like any pro v ever made! But as long as they go ok and you can deal with the weird feel then all is ok

  • @patrickhandyside9490
    @patrickhandyside9490 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m actually planning on grabbing some of these tomorrow they are on sale 2 dozen for $35 locally so i will be giving them a shot. Hopefully they will save me some money over my normal TP5 Pix balls

  • @stinkyfootlong
    @stinkyfootlong 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been using top flights, cheap bucket. At first I missed the length I could get on the drive, but now I'm getting longer drives because the top flights are heavier so they bounce and roll more. I even greened a par 4 with one and out drove my buddies Pro V1, and Calloway by 20+ yards. I also think the Top Flights drop quicker, and that helps me from getting in the rough or over shooting the green. The top flights are affected less by the wind, which in Wyoming is a must have.