Equipment
New Titleist TruFeel ball for 2020: Performance and value
Titleist is introducing the all-new TruFeel golf ball for golfers looking for serious performance and superb value with improved distance and feel in a golf ball for 2020.
Titleist understands that dedicated golfers are always looking to maximize performance characteristics throughout their entire game, both with more distance and control around the greens. Titleist also understands that beyond these factors, a lot of players are also looking for value in a golf ball that still feels great—this is where the all-new Titleist TruFeel comes in.
Just like how the T-Series has officially caused the retirement of the AP branding with the irons, thanks to new technology. Titleist also felt that with all of the new technology it was introducing with the TruFeel, it is time to retire the DT brand from its golf ball lineup too. DT has had one of the longer branding runs for a golf ball in history, but thanks to the new TruFeel, I don’t think many golfers are going to miss it.
A great two-piece ball usually isn’t what comes to mind, but just like all things Titleist, a lot of time went into developing the TruFeel ball with materials, chemical, and aerodynamic prototyping to make sure that when a player reaches for a ball, they are getting everything they expect from a Titleist ball produced in the USA at Ball Plant 2 in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts.
The Technology
- TruTouch Core – Everything about a ball starts with the core, and Titleist engineers started from scratch to create the new faster, low compression core to improve on distance. Just like how the premium AVX and its lower compression core has afforded many players more distance throughout the bag, Titleist has done that same thing with the new two-piece TruFeel to make sure golfers are maximizing their potential off the tee and with their irons.
- The TruFlex Cover – This all-new proprietary Titleist cover formulation has been designed to offer exceptionally soft feel around the greens and improved control with increased spin. It goes without saying that Titleist, the Number 1 Ball in Golf, is a leader in polymer technology, and by creating this cover material from scratch, it also gives them the opportunity to differentiate with the TruFeel ball compared to others in the two-piece category.
- TruFit Aerodynamics – The new TruFit aerodynamics are designed with asymmetrically optimized pattern to enhance long game distance. Just like how a plane wings create lift, the new dimple pattern helps keep the ball stable in the wind and carry further.
“In this category, we continue to see competitive products that sacrifice distance or short-game spin in order to gain a softer feel. TruFeel strikes the perfect balance of extremely soft feel and all-around performance. Our engineers have advanced TruFeel’s low compression technology to add speed and distance in the long game while preserving the feel that golfers tell us they love – and the playability on every shot that makes this ball a Titleist.” Michael Mahoney, Vice President, Titleist Golf Ball Marketing.
Seeing is Believing
New TruFeel Side Stamp
Alignment is all the rage, and Titleist noticed quickly after the initial launch of the My Titleist Program (My Titleist Ball Customization) in February 2018, one of the custom options was by far the most popular. Now with the TruFeel consumers don’t have to go through the customization program and can walk into their proshop and buy them directly off the shelf with the player-preferred alignment.
Titleist isn’t stopping with the side stamp alignment either. The TruFeel will be available in both yellow and white, with a third matte red option debuting in January 2020. Regardless of color, the balls retail for MAP $22.99 and are available now.
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- Kris Kim what’s in the bag accurate as of the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. More photos from the event here.
Driver: TaylorMade Qi10 (9 degrees @7)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 60 TX
3-wood: TaylorMade Qi10 Tour (15 degrees @13.5)
Shaft: Mitsubishi Diamana WB 73 TX
Irons: TaylorMade P770 (2, 4), TaylorMade P7MB (5-PW)
Shafts: Mitsubishi Tensei 1K White 80 TX (2), Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour 120 X
Wedges: TaylorMade MG4 (50-09SB, 56-12SB, 60-11TW)
Shafts: Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 WV 125
Putter: TaylorMade Spider Tour
Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet Cord
Check out more in-hand photos of Kris Kim’s equipment here.
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TaylorMade is continuing its UDI/DHY series with the successor to the Stealth UDI and DHY utility irons: PUDI and PDHY (which the company styles as P·UDI and P·DHY). TaylorMade is folding the designs in with its P Series of irons.
TaylorMade outlined the process of developing its new utilities this way. The company started with the data on utility iron usage. Not surprisingly, better players — i.e. those who generate more clubhead speed and strike the ball more precisely — were found to gravitate toward the UDI model. DHY usage, however, covered a wider swath than the company might have expected with six-to-18 handicappers found to be bagging the club.
TaylorMade also found that the majority of golfers playing UDI or DHY utilities were playing P Series irons at the top of their iron configurations.
Can you see where this is going?
Matt Bovee, Director of Product Creation, Iron and Wedge at TaylorMade: “As we look to the future, beyond the tech and the design language, we are excited about repositioning our utility irons into the P·Series family. P·UDI is an easy pair for players that currently play P·Series product and P·DHY is an extremely forgiving option for players of all skill levels. It is a natural fit to give these players the performance in this category that they are looking for.”
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TaylorMade PUDI
TaylorMade PUDI technology cutaway (via TaylorMade)
Crafted with tour player input, TaylorMade sought to develop a confidence-inspiring utility iron that blends with the rest of the P Series irons. Also of note: Interestingly, the PUDI has a more compact head than the P790.
In comparison to past UDI products, the PUDI has a more traditional iron shape, slimmer toplines, and less offset with a little of the backbar visible at address.
TaylorMade PDHY
TaylorMade PDHY tech cutaway (via TaylorMade).
Larger in profile than the PUDI, the PDHY seeks to position center of gravity (CG) lower in the club for ease of launch. The toe height is larger and the profile is larger at address — roughly five millimeters longer than PUDI — the sole of the club is wider for improved forgiveness.
Club Junkie’s take
Golfers who feel like they are missing something at the top of the bag could find the PUDI or PDHY a great option. The look of the PUDI should fit the most discerning eye with a more compact look, less offset, and a thinner topline. If you want a little more confidence looking down the P-DHY will be slightly larger while still being a good-looking utility iron.
For being small packages both models pack a pretty good punch with fast ball speeds, even off-center. The feel is soft and you get a solid feel of the ball compressing off the face when you strike it well. Your ears are greeted with a nice heavy thud as the ball and club come together. The PDHY will launch a little higher for players who need it while the PUDI offers a more penetrating ball flight. Both utility irons could be the cure for an open spot in the top end of the bag.
PUDI, PDHY, or Rescue?
TaylorMade offers the following notes to assist golfers in filling out their bags:
- PUDI has mid-CG right behind the center face to create a more penetrating mid-to-low ball flight
- PDHY has a lower center of gravity to produce an easier-to-launch mid-to-high ball flight.
- Both PUDI and PDHY are lower-flying than the company’s hybrid/Rescue clubs.
- PUDI is more forgiving than P790.
- PDHY is the most forgiving iron in the entire TaylorMade iron family
Pricing, specs, and availability
Price: $249.99
At retail: Now
Stock shafts: UST Mamiya’s Recoil DART (105 X, 90 S and 75 R – only in PDHY)
Stock grip: Golf Pride’s ZGrip (black/grey)
PUDI lofts: 2-17°, 3-20°, 4-22° in both left and right-handed
PDHY lofts: 2-18°, 3-20° and 4-22° in both left and right-handed
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Equipment
Coolest thing for sale in the GolfWRX Classifieds (5/3/24): Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals that all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, there is a listing for a Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter
From the seller: (@wwcl): “Has been gamed as pics show. 33.5 includes original h/c and grip. $575 includes shipping and PP fees.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link: Scotty Cameron Champions Choice 2.5+ putter
This is the most impressive current listing from the GolfWRX BST, and if you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum you can check them out here: GolfWRX BST Rules
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Mike Cleland
Sep 30, 2019 at 9:52 am
Callaway SuperSoft balls are the best ball period…regardless of price.
Iknowdonkeys
Sep 29, 2019 at 3:45 pm
Matt Kuchar is a big donkey.
JP
Sep 28, 2019 at 12:16 pm
I’d never pay $23 a dozen for a cheap 2-piece ball. Golfers can wait until the Srixon Z-Star Deal comes around once or twice a year and get a tour level urethane ball for $20/doz, sometimes with free shipping or even less with online coupon codes. I grabbed a bunch for under $17/doz shipped last time around.
larrybud
Oct 18, 2019 at 9:48 am
Yep, that’s exactly what I do. Best deal on the planet right now.
Caroline
Sep 28, 2019 at 2:34 am
Was sent a sleeve to try from Titleist last week..tried them today, great two piece for $23 a dozen…certainly not a PROV1 but for those that do not play a game where they need back spin this is a better ball then any of the two piece balls Titleist has sold for awhile. This time of year with greens punched and sanded everywhere is the perfect time for a two piece ball anyway. I found the spin on wedges better then most non-urethane balls…nice off the driver for sure.
15th Club
Sep 27, 2019 at 6:39 pm
Does “True Feel” = Ionomer in plain English? I would not expect that sort of honesty or clarity in Titleist advertising. But I would expect it from an equipment reviewer.
dat
Sep 27, 2019 at 5:22 pm
looks like a range ball
JACK
Sep 27, 2019 at 3:56 pm
no one is reading anyway
Mad-Mex
Sep 27, 2019 at 7:49 pm
Beat me to it,,, so $29.95 for a two piece is considered a “bargain”,,,,
Robbie71
Sep 28, 2019 at 2:44 pm
Mad-Mex: Balls are $22.99, not $29.95. Played with the TruFeel today. Very good ball for the money.
Gary McCormick
Sep 27, 2019 at 10:46 am
I like your articles, but man, do you guys need to put a little time and effort into proofreading and copy editing before you publish…
Nihonse
Sep 28, 2019 at 6:24 pm
Abso right on this point. I’m free all morning before publishing these mistakes. I have noticed many writers/journalists must be typing on their fone for men-E sites resently! I mean came on, who dozen not know prop her English wen they are being paved to right articules?
NEWTON HINO
Sep 29, 2019 at 5:54 am
LMAO!!!!