It’s not the softest ball out there, nor the one that spins most. Putts rolled nicely, with no discernible “jump” off the face.īottom line: Did we mention the RBZ is long off the tee? How about straight? Those are definitely this ball’s best qualities – and those are pretty important to most golfers. We were able to produce sharp spin from firm bunkers otherwise, the RBZ is more suited to a chip-and-run technique where spin isn’t paramount. If you tend to hit a lot of run-up approaches, however, the RBZ is a good option.Īround the green: Not bad, but nothing to write home about. Precision players will prefer the urethane version’s performance in this area. While well-struck fairway shots stopped with adequate promptness, miss-hits tended to take long bounces and roll out. Sidespin was minimal, even on obvious miss-hits and off-line swings.įrom the fairway / rough: Seeking more backspin with the irons? The RBZ probably isn’t the ball for you. In our test, the ball launched high and carried beautifully down-range. If you struggle with distance and/or accuracy with the driver, this ball is definitely worth a try. To reiterate, the RBZ is long and straight. Off the tee: It’s long, and it’s straight. Those who play urethane-covered balls may consider this one a little “clicky.” Golfers accustomed to the sensation of a “distance” model, like the Pinnacle Gold, will find the RBZ cushier than their usual ball. Sound and feel: The RBZ is fairly soft, though far from the marshmallow-like texture of a “tour” category ball, or even some others in the “premium” range. The newer ball is designed for softer feel, added spin and improved short game performance. Introduced in January 2012, the RBZ welcomed a sibling the following year in the RBZ Urethane. The goal: Superior driving distance with above-average iron spin and greenside control. Specs: Cover – Iothane Construction – Three-piece Core – High-speed Dimples – 360 in LDP (Low-Drag Performance) patternīall notes: The firmer of two RocketBallz (or RBZ) models, the original pairs a thin iothane (surlyn) cover with TaylorMade’s React core and Speedmantle inner layer.

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