SNELL GOLF BALLS??? anyone???

[J_Birdie]

I don't think I have ever had a drive balloon that I hit square. There really should not be enough spin on a solidly hit driver to let it balloon but what do I know. My balloon struggles with balls is short irons and wedges

[flushem]

> @Celeras said:

> Played the MTB-X for the first time on a windy day. Had a few drives into it that absolutely SKYROCKETED, ballooning higher than I've ever seen and dropped 50 yards short.

>

> It was super windy and gusting so im not really worried about it, but that was the problem with the old reds right? Something I will need to keep an eye on, but I've been very happy otherwise.

 

with all due respect, 10.5 degree Ping will balloon any ball on planet. Certainly wrong condition for test, especially MTB X that is supposed to fly higher.

[drvrwdge]

Im sure its been covered here bu I'm not looking through 151 pages... Snell Black = ProV1 and Snell MTB-X = ProV1x?

[NRJyzr]

> @drvrwdge said:

> Im sure its been covered here bu I'm not looking through 151 pages... Snell Black = ProV1 and Snell MTB-X = ProV1x?

 

It's not a perfect translation. In terms of compression, your equation is pretty close. They're all pretty similar in driver spin. With a 7 iron and wedge, the Black is a few hundred rpm lower spin than either Titleist, while the MTB X is slightly higher than either Titleist (about 100 rpm across swingspeeds tested by the site which shall not be named).

 

And the MTB X is consistently faster, thus longer, than the other three.

[drvrwdge]

> @NRJyzr said:

> > @drvrwdge said:

> > Im sure its been covered here bu I'm not looking through 151 pages... Snell Black = ProV1 and Snell MTB-X = ProV1x?

>

> It's not a perfect translation. In terms of compression, your equation is pretty close. They're all pretty similar in driver spin. With a 7 iron and wedge, the Black is a few hundred rpm lower spin than either Titleist, while the MTB X is slightly higher than either Titleist (about 100 rpm across swingspeeds tested by the site which shall not be named).

>

> And the MTB X is consistently faster, thus longer, than the other three.

 

Yeah read that sites findings. Guess I was just curious if that data has translated in course for most people?

 

 

[jimb6golf]

Bought some new MTB balls and added a box of MTBX balls to try. I've only had a chance to chip and pitch with the new ball but so far I'm impressed with the spin you can impart, more than the MTB. Can't wait to try it this weekend on the course and see how it performs. I'm a big MTB fan so it's going to be hard to switch (and even harder as I just reloaded my stock for the season) but looking forward to seeing how it performs on the course.

[Go_Blue!]

> @drvrwdge said:

> > @NRJyzr said:

> > > @drvrwdge said:

> > > Im sure its been covered here bu I'm not looking through 151 pages... Snell Black = ProV1 and Snell MTB-X = ProV1x?

> >

> > It's not a perfect translation. In terms of compression, your equation is pretty close. They're all pretty similar in driver spin. With a 7 iron and wedge, the Black is a few hundred rpm lower spin than either Titleist, while the MTB X is slightly higher than either Titleist (about 100 rpm across swingspeeds tested by the site which shall not be named).

> >

> > And the MTB X is consistently faster, thus longer, than the other three.

>

> Yeah read that sites findings. Guess I was just curious if that data has translated in course for most people?

>

>

 

Ya it would be nice to get an in depth on course review comparing all the big brands...Srixon Z and XV, Titleist V1 and V1X, Bridgestone B and BX, Callway Soft and Soft X, TM 5 and 5X, and Snell MTB and MTBX.

[GooseHook]

I really love the MTB X, but for me so far it hasn't held up well to abuse. The cost per ball is still cheaper compared to other competitors though.

[TheRaven]

> @flushem said:

> > @Celeras said:

> > Played the MTB-X for the first time on a windy day. Had a few drives into it that absolutely SKYROCKETED, ballooning higher than I've ever seen and dropped 50 yards short.

> >

> > It was super windy and gusting so im not really worried about it, but that was the problem with the old reds right? Something I will need to keep an eye on, but I've been very happy otherwise.

>

> with all due respect, 10.5 degree Ping will balloon any ball on planet. Certainly wrong condition for test, especially MTB X that is supposed to fly higher.

 

Can you explain why 10.5 Ping will do that. I'm not well read of the dynamics of ballooning or what to look for. I currently game a 10.5 but also own a 9.5, but go with the 10.5 for forgiveness.

[Celeras]

> @TheRaven said:

> > @flushem said:

> > > @Celeras said:

> > > Played the MTB-X for the first time on a windy day. Had a few drives into it that absolutely SKYROCKETED, ballooning higher than I've ever seen and dropped 50 yards short.

> > >

> > > It was super windy and gusting so im not really worried about it, but that was the problem with the old reds right? Something I will need to keep an eye on, but I've been very happy otherwise.

> >

> > with all due respect, 10.5 degree Ping will balloon any ball on planet. Certainly wrong condition for test, especially MTB X that is supposed to fly higher.

>

> Can you explain why 10.5 Ping will do that. I'm not well read of the dynamics of ballooning or what to look for. I currently game a 10.5 but also own a 9.5, but go with the 10.5 for forgiveness.

 

It doesn't lol. He had multiple disagrees yesterday before the forum removed the capacity to do so. It's an absurd thing to say.

 

On the bright side it allowed me to upgrade my signature to the correct loft, so he has that going for him.

[Myherobobhope]

I’m a high swing speed player and struggle with generating too much spin and too high launch... I’m fine on irons and wedges in terms of spin.

 

Black or x for my next order?

[GeorgeHWB]

> @4puttJohnny said:

> Meh. Tried them. Felt like old rocks. Gave the other 3 sleeves to some kid standing outside the pro shop.

 

What is your regular ball? Or preferred ball?

[flushem]

> @Myherobobhope said:

> I’m a high swing speed player and struggle with generating too much spin and too high launch... I’m fine on irons and wedges in terms of spin.

>

> Black or x for my next order?

 

Definitely Black

[Myherobobhope]

> @flushem said:

> > @Myherobobhope said:

> > I’m a high swing speed player and struggle with generating too much spin and too high launch... I’m fine on irons and wedges in terms of spin.

> >

> > Black or x for my next order?

>

> Definitely Black

 

Thanks! I'm hoping I can be done with my golf ball hunt with these two dozen...

[Shifty242]

I apologize if it's already been covered, but I assume the MTB black would be the equivalent to the Vice Pro Plus? Has anyone done a head-to-head comparison between those two?

[jjfcpa]

> @Shifty242 said:

> I apologize if it's already been covered, but I assume the MTB black would be the equivalent to the Vice Pro Plus? Has anyone done a head-to-head comparison between those two?

 

I would say that the MTB Black is equivalent to the Vice Pro, not Pro+. I've played all three and found the Black and Pro interchangeable and undistinguishable in terms of distance and fell.

 

[Shifty242]

> @jjfcpa said:

> > @Shifty242 said:

> > I apologize if it's already been covered, but I assume the MTB black would be the equivalent to the Vice Pro Plus? Has anyone done a head-to-head comparison between those two?

>

> I would say that the MTB Black is equivalent to the Vice Pro, not Pro+. I've played all three and found the Black and Pro interchangeable and undistinguishable in terms of distance and fell.

>

 

Thank you!

[larciel]

A side question, but a important one.

Is the snell box recyclable? :smile:

[flushem]

> @larciel said:

> A side question, but a important one.

> Is the snell box recyclable? :smile:

 

c'mn. it is paper product. of course it is.

[larciel]

> @flushem said:

> > @larciel said:

> > A side question, but a important one.

> > Is the snell box recyclable? :smile:

>

> c'mn. it is paper product. of course it is.

 

Most coated papers aren't recyclable.

[flushem]

> @larciel said:

> > @flushem said:

> > > @larciel said:

> > > A side question, but a important one.

> > > Is the snell box recyclable? :smile:

> >

> > c'mn. it is paper product. of course it is.

>

> Most coated papers aren't recyclable.

 

then whose box is recyclable?

[jjfcpa]

OK, so I got my order of MTB X and decided to give it a try. I've been playing the Bridgestone Tour B RX so I fully expected it to feel hard, and it did. Off the irons it wasn't too bad, but I just couldn't get used to it off the driver. I switched to the MTB Black and it felt a little firmer than than the RX but not harsh. Finished the round with the Black and I think I'm going to stick with it. Did seem a little shorter than the RX... anyone else compared the Black to the Tour B RX?

[Myherobobhope]

I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

[flushem]

> @Myherobobhope said:

> I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

 

MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

[Go_Blue!]

> @flushem said:

> > @Myherobobhope said:

> > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

>

> MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

 

Ya, I would say the MTB X would be the choice for your desired results. I was looking for the same and they are great. Fabulous tee ball and nice spin with wedges. Only complaint would be their durability compared to other premium balls.

[Myherobobhope]

> @flushem said:

> > @Myherobobhope said:

> > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

>

> MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

 

On half wedges, I’d like them to stop faster... I’ll give the black a try and see how they do...

 

Assuming they ship!

[North Butte]

> > @flushem said:

> > > @Myherobobhope said:

> > > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

> >

> > MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

>

> On half wedges, I’d like them to stop faster... I’ll give the black a try and see how they do...

>

> Assuming they ship!

 

I thought the original MTB Red was a great spinner on less than full wedge shots. I liked that about it. Hated everything else about the ball but it was good at spinning around the green.

 

The current MTB Black seems to spin reasonably well, though. I'd imagine most people would find it pretty adequate on those shots, even if slightly less than a few of the highest-spinning models.

[Myherobobhope]

> @"North Butte" said:

> > > @flushem said:

> > > > @Myherobobhope said:

> > > > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

> > >

> > > MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

> >

> > On half wedges, I’d like them to stop faster... I’ll give the black a try and see how they do...

> >

> > Assuming they ship!

>

> I thought the original MTB Red was a great spinner on less than full wedge shots. I liked that about it. Hated everything else about the ball but it was good at spinning around the green.

>

> The current MTB Black seems to spin reasonably well, though. I'd imagine most people would find it pretty adequate on those shots, even if slightly less than a few of the highest-spinning models.

 

We shall see... might also help to get new wedges!

 

[flushem]

> @Myherobobhope said:

> > @"North Butte" said:

> > > > @flushem said:

> > > > > @Myherobobhope said:

> > > > > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

> > > >

> > > > MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

> > >

> > > On half wedges, I’d like them to stop faster... I’ll give the black a try and see how they do...

> > >

> > > Assuming they ship!

> >

> > I thought the original MTB Red was a great spinner on less than full wedge shots. I liked that about it. Hated everything else about the ball but it was good at spinning around the green.

> >

> > The current MTB Black seems to spin reasonably well, though. I'd imagine most people would find it pretty adequate on those shots, even if slightly less than a few of the highest-spinning models.

>

> We shall see... might also help to get new wedges!

>

 

I m a high spinner. Black will roll a bit, but not long. X will sit and stop.

[Myherobobhope]

> @flushem said:

> > @Myherobobhope said:

> > > @"North Butte" said:

> > > > > @flushem said:

> > > > > > @Myherobobhope said:

> > > > > > I’m waiting on 24 mtb black... my best ball this season was the Bridgestone b x. Would love to pick up spin from under 100 yards.

> > > > >

> > > > > MTB Black will spin but how much spin are you looking for?

> > > >

> > > > On half wedges, I’d like them to stop faster... I’ll give the black a try and see how they do...

> > > >

> > > > Assuming they ship!

> > >

> > > I thought the original MTB Red was a great spinner on less than full wedge shots. I liked that about it. Hated everything else about the ball but it was good at spinning around the green.

> > >

> > > The current MTB Black seems to spin reasonably well, though. I'd imagine most people would find it pretty adequate on those shots, even if slightly less than a few of the highest-spinning models.

> >

> > We shall see... might also help to get new wedges!

> >

>

> I m a high spinner. Black will roll a bit, but not long. X will sit and stop.

 

I liked how the x played but decided to try the black... I think improving my contact will have a much bigger impact.