Michigan Golf Journal February 2021

New Golf Balls Callaway’s New ERC Soft Callaway says the ERC Soft is their longest ball with soft feel and for 2021 it has a new cover material and core to promote maximum distance along with greenside control. At retail February 25, 2021 -- $34.99 per dozen. Fast Facts  Callaway ERC Soft 3-piece construction Hybrid cover High Energy Core High Speed Mantle Triple Track Alignment White or yellow Since 2015 Callaway’s ball lineup led by the premium Chrome Soft and Chrome Soft X has made it the number two selling brand in North America. However, for the average weekend golfer wanting a low-spin ball off the tee while still having enough spin to control the critical scoring shots around the green the ERC Soft is a viable choice. At roughly $10 per dozen less than premium balls, so-called “Tour balls,” ERC Soft competes with the Titleist AVX, Bridgestone Tour BRX and TaylorMade Tour Response. The Triple Track Alignment is not new, but I see an increasing number of players taking the time to use it, including myself. MGJ Titleist 2021 Pro V1 & Pro V1x Titleist has updated their bestselling Pro V1 and Pro V1x and the most played balls on every professional tour with redesigned aerodynamic dynamic dimples plus a new core, casing and cover for increased distance, softer feel and more control. Fast Facts: Titleist Pro V1 3-piece premium category ball New urethane cover formula 388 dimples Softer feel, lower trajectory, lower spin vs. Pro V1x Reformulated core White or yellow In shops January 27 $49.99 Titleist Pro V1x 4-piece premium category ball New urethane cover formula 348 dimples Firmer feel, higher trajectory, higher spin vs. Pro V1 Reformulated core High flex ionomer casing White or yellow In shops January 27 $49.99 Golf Balls: New for 2021 By Ed Travis