Golf ball construction can greatly impact your game. An important factor to consider when choosing golf balls is the number of layers/pieces. Golf balls can be made of up to 6 layers, although your average ball will likely feature just 2 or 3 layers.
Keep reading to find out the difference between 2 piece and 3 piece golf balls to help you choose the right ball for you.
What is a 2 piece golf ball?
2 piece golf balls have a large core or mantle with an outer layer that tends to be made from materials such as urethane or Surlyn. The cover material will determine how hard or soft the ball feels - and in turn, how much spin you can get on the ball.
Urethane has a softer feel and offers more spin control, whereas Surlyn tends to be harder and reduces spin.
A two-piece Surlyn covered ball is great for beginners and high handicappers who haven't yet mastered the skills needed to control spin and shape. These balls are also significantly cheaper, making them a wise choice if you're not yet ready to invest a lot of money in high-end golf equipment.
A 2-piece urethane ball will suit mid-level handicappers who want more control over spin, in particular with iron shots, but don’t want to spend more money on 3-layer balls.
What is a 3 piece golf ball?
3 piece golf balls comprise 3 layers: a cover, a mantle (middle layer) and a core. These balls are good for mid-low handicappers who want good spin control, prefer a softer feel around the greens, and don’t lose balls often.
Using a 3 piece ball means sacrificing distance, as it’s softer and tends to have less compression. This ball will travel less distance through the air than a 2-piece golf ball.
What’s the difference between 2 piece and 3 piece golf balls?
Here are some pros and cons of 2 piece and 3 piece golf balls:
2 piece golf balls tend to be more durable than 3 piece balls, and therefore offer better value for money.
A 3 piece golf ball is a more complex ball in its construction, and thus more expensive. It is also softer and doesn’t have the same level of durability as a 2 piece ball.
A common misconception is that 3, 4 or 5 piece balls have greater distance, but this is not true. A 2 piece ball travels further through the air when hit dead straight, but offers less control over spin/shape and feels hard to hit.
The additional layer in 3 piece balls allows for a softer feel, more spin and improved control.
Here at gimmeballs, you can filter our balls by number of layers to make it super easy for you to find the right balls for you. Simply click the link below and use the Product Filter for a more concise search.
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