The definition of a “Tour level golf ball” has changed considerably over the last decade. Prior to the introduction of solid core, multi-layer, urethane covered balls, the ball of choice on TOUR was a Balata-covered model that offered a softer feel and additional spin. Of course, the soft cover came with some drawbacks — namely a loss of distance and durability that led to a changing of the guard on TOUR. With the improvements in technology, today’s Tour level ball not only produces more distance, less backspin and a higher launch angel, it also offers...