Should I use a scuffed golf ball?

However, golf balls can scuff when they come into contact with wedges during pitch shots. The sharp grooves combined with the length of time the ball stays on the face, can roughen the surface of the ball. Either way, a scuff mark is not a sign the ball needs to be removed from play.

Can you replace a scuffed golf ball?

Current Rule: Under Rule 5-3: ➢ A player is allowed to substitute another ball if during the play of a hole his or her ball in play becomes unfit for play – that is, if it is visibly cut, cracked or out of shape.

Do clean golf balls make a difference?

Keeping both the club and ball clean is imperative to both good contact and good flight. Cleaning the club is simple – simply clean the face and ensure the grooves are clear of dirt. A dirty golf ball can effect many elements in the golf game. It can effect role on a green, flight in the air and contact with the club.

Does a matte finish affect a golf ball?

The matte finished coating provides an anti-glare effect while addressing the ball as well as better visibility in the sky and on the ground. Matte finishes can also help golf balls stand out, because their finish takes away the sheen of the golf ball, which can make it easier to see in the sunlight.

Does water damage golf balls?

After just twelve hours in the water, the outermost layer of the golf ball allows water to enter into the ball. But if golf balls sit in the water for longer periods of time, permanent damage will be the result. While invisible from the outside, this damage will clearly affect the driving distance off of the tee.

Do golf balls get too old to use?

Do Unused Golf Balls Go Bad? If unused golf balls are stored at room temperature which is around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit, they can last for 10 years. Unless you are playing a 100 year old ball, the performance will be maintained.

How many balls are pro golfers allowed to carry?

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Under the Rules of Golf, a golfer can carry as many golf balls as they want in their bag. Really, they can carry as many golf balls as they’re willing to carry around themselves or their caddie is willing to lug around for them. Most PGA Tour golfers carry in the area of nine golf balls in their bag per round.

How big of a Scuff is too big for a golf ball?

However, that changes when the ball, for example, catches the cart path or ricochets off a tree and incurs a scuff larger than the size of a dime. “Our normal rule of thumb for regular golfers is as long as paint loss, a scuff or defacement of the golf ball is less than the size of a dime, it should be good to go,” the representative said.

What happens when a golf ball gets worn out?

In other words, if the ball takes on wear during the normal course of play, the average golfer won’t see a drop-off in performance. However, that changes when the ball, for example, catches the cart path or ricochets off a tree and incurs a scuff larger than the size of a dime.

How often should I clean my golf ball?

For the reason above I suggest that you clean your golf ball ‘gently’ and as often as you can without wearing down the surface — mud in a few dimples will affect the ball flight – and if the ball is scuffed badly then find a place for it in the shag bag.

Will a hard Surlyn® cover stop a scuffed ball?

Normally a hard Surlyn® cover will resist scuffing from a cart path or vicious sand shot but will also reduce your potential to spin the ball on a wedge shot from just off the green. Ralph, don’t be mislead by politicians or in believing that a scuffed ball is not going to affect the flight of your ball and remember to keep your balls clean.