Golf Ball Price Hike
 

Several weeks ago Titleist introduced their new 2023 Pro V1 and Pro V1X. At the same time they increased their price to $55 a dozen. At the recent Golf Festival I inquired if they had the new Pro V1 balls in stock. The answer was no not yet. So I was going to settle for the last year model but the pro shops have increased the price on last years balls to the same as the new ones which they do not have in stock yet. Just want all to be aware just because you get to pay the new price doesn't mean you are getting the newest technology.

It looks like you can get them at golfgalaxy.com.

I've played 150 rounds of golf in The Villages this year and I've yet to play with anyone whose game justifies (or will be improved) by playing $55/Dozen golf balls.

To say nothing of the fact, that Titleist doesn't recommend Pro V1 or V1X's for 98% of golfers. The recommended swing speed to benefit from a Pro V1 is 98 mph-105 mph. Hardly typical in TV (or anywhere else for that matter).

How are the prices for collared shirts doing?

Buy one, get one free.

Tee Shirts are the new hot item.

I live on Havana course in front of me is a Par 3 88-120 yd. approx. hole. 90% of the golfers going by never reach the green off the tee. Women seem to be better than men at least on this hole. I doubt a. $5 golf ball would help.

First post ever, member for over 10 years.

Always interesting (NOT) what draws people out.

You can play 350 rounds per year and you still won't find that player in TV.

I have the swing speed, but there are plenty of balls that compete (& beat) ProV's at half the price.

People get sucked into the advertising dollars.

I play Chromesoft and FBs

Both types work just fine for me. Especially when I’m running low on my Chromesofts and need to switch to a FB especially troubling shots near water.

I then usually use a FB. Found Ball.

Give those men tampons

Maybe for some, this is a concern. For me, considering the number of balls I've hit into various water hazards around here, $55 a dozen would be a huge excess.

Along those lines, though...we do play a lot of tennis and there was a pretty significant tennis ball shortage that only recently has become somewhat alleviated. Along with the shortage were the inevitable hugely inflated prices, often on brands that I've never seen before. Lots of name-brand balls available now, but the prices are still significantly higher than pre-shortage.

I have never seen that recommended swing speed information. Where does it come from?

Does Titleist say that?

Titleist would never say, don't buy our ball.

Google Compression vs. Swing.

Here is an example: Golf Ball Compression: What Average Golfers Should Use – Out Of Bounds Golf.

When a decent shot misses a green or falls short into a trap you have no idea what role the quality of golf ball played in the outcome of the shot,
Go to mygolfspy.com and check out the ball lab or the performance testing. You will find that some expensive balls perform poorly and some mid priced balls perform well.

What if, you just buy the ball you want? If you want Pro V1’s I buy them - whether your index is 4 or 24. It’s your money.

Pinnacle is my favorite. Quality ball made in USA by Titleist costing $20-22 per dozen.

The new ProV1 ARE in some of the golf shops at the new price.

What is said on out of bounds golf is not supported by the data from golf ball performance testing. When I see golf ball advertising embedded in golf ball articles I question their statements

Big supply of Pro V1s at Sarasota for $50. The only technology change to 2023 may be the box cover. Try the second time around balls they sell for $9.99 a dozen and see if you can tell the difference.

Marion Market Experienced Balls were my ball of choice.
Couple of $$ a thousand!

Actually, at $4.60, a Titleist golf ball is a bargain. 60 years ago, they cost about $1.25. Applying the CPI over that time period, they should cost $12.30.

Nothing to see here. There is no inflation.

Transitory Inflation.

:$:

Buy them re furbished at $20-$25 a dozen.

That's an option..............as long as you know it's like buying a refurbished golf cart, "you will probably be okay". Putting lipstick on a pig.

Tons of vintage(AKA rusted out) clubs there also. Saw clubs 30+ years old and had original grips.

Even more important, mis hit(mostly thin) created a HUGE smiley face on it.

Somebody is obviously paying that price for them.

Many, if not all, of the pro golfers use a new ball on every hole, but I don't think they pay for the balls. Many years ago, I caddied for the lady golfer, Mickey Wright, and she only used a ball for 3 holes.

I don't buy Pro V's of any breed, but use them when I find them. I hit my drives on average 210 -230 yrds, which certainly indicates I do not have the club head speed recommended, but I like the feel of the strike and the resulting distance i get. Don't like it enough to pay the price.

-ProV1x Price?
 

Has the price of the -ProV1x ball changed? (ProV1x left dash)

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Did prices go up because petroleum is so scarce? Surprises me because I thought golf in general was slacking off. Glad I still have 15 to 20 sleeves of new balls.So did green fees go up too? Not asking about green fees in TV’s, I mean outside the bubble?

The Golf Ball Handbook on Brand and Model.

What swing speed is needed for Pro V1?

Titleist AVX vs Pro V1: Tested On-Course – Out Of Bounds Golf

How Do You Know Which Golf Ball Is Best For You?

Titleist Pro V1 Vs Pro V1x Which One Should You Use? – thegolfingpros.com

Yes, $55 per dozen at golfgalaxy.com.

Buy Spaulding SD Tour balls. Same design as Pro V1 and available for about $20 Dozen (new).

Spaulding is now owned by Nitro and their balls are way more consistent than the Kirkland with a similar design. Probably the best value in golf balls right now.

And yet the post drew you out. OP's post has absolutely zero impact on your day, but you felt the need to berate him/her. Why?

"scold or criticize angrily".....................nope. do you have a different word??

:coolsmiley:

Played many a Pinnacle & Slazenger ball.

Been using them for years. A great bargain!

Manufacturers hate refurbished golf balls for several reasons, the first one being cutting into their new ball sales. The other being the re-painting of the balls which fills in the dimples and compromises the balls' aerodynamics. It may not fly as far and generates a negative result for the user of the brand. There have been balls sold that were painted and logoed as ProV1 that were not Titleist. And, older balls that have been sitting in a pond uptake moisture, making them slightly heavier and out of spec. This was mentioned in a Golf Digest article years ago, but may not be as much as true today due to different ball materials.