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Today’s golf balls are constructed to provide for 3 things: distance, spin and durability. Some balls can provide all three while others are constructed to provide for only one or two of these characteristics. The number of core and cover combinations is nearly unlimited based on the types of materials used to create golf balls. The way a golf ball is constructed/put together and the materials used can dictate what performance characteristics a golf ball has. There are basically two types of balls:

1. Two-piece Golf Balls: This type construction provides maximum distance and durability because they are made with a single solid core and a hard cover (i.e. typically Surlyn). The solid core is usually a high-energy acrylate or resin and is covered in a tough, cut-proof cover that gives the two-piece ball more distance than any other ball. These balls are typically low-spin, and the hardness of these balls provide long roll distances. Two-piece balls are the most economical, and the most popular among average golfers. They are great for beginners and high-handicap golfers because of the durability factor.

2. Multi-layered Golf Balls (3-piece, 4-piece and 5-piece): Multi-layered balls are designed to address every type of shot. The core is designed for driver distance, mid layers for full iron shots and the cover for feel and spin in half shots, chips and putts.