TaylorMade launches new TP5 balls – Golf News

TaylorMade has launched two new versions of its popular tour-validated TP5 and TP5x golf balls, both of which are on sale now, priced at £44.99 for 12.

TaylorMade TP5
The TP5 is characterised by its five-layer design, which offers a softer feel and improved spin control, especially near the greens. This is said to be made possible by a new technology, the ‘Speed Wrapped Core’, which offers faster ball speed and a more comfortable feel. It also reduces spin on drivers and long irons while enhancing spin control for wedges.

TaylorMade TP5x
The TP5x is harder than the TP5 and optimised for speed and distance, with reduced spin on drives and long irons, which could be beneficial for players looking for distance. It shares the 5-layer design of the TP5 but features different materials and constructions to achieve the desired properties.

“Our learnings from countless player and Tour tests show that golfers”, explains Michael Fox, Senior Director of Product Creation Golf Balls at TaylorMade. “Unsurprisingly, favour a softer more muted sound with added distance. Historically, the challenge has been the inability to improve one without negatively impacting the other. With this understanding, we’ve evolved our golf ball design process by uniquely decoupling feel and speed through material advancement, a complete departure from the conventional. The material-level advancement positions our TP5/TP5x family as having the best feel in the industry with faster constructions.”

What model should you use?

While the TP5 is designed for a softer feel and more spin control close to the greens, the TP5x is aimed at maximising distance and speed, with less spin on longer shots. This makes the TP5 ideal for players who prefer more control and feel, and the TP5x for those looking for distance, according to TaylorMade.

Both models are equipped with ClearPath Alignment technology, which should make alignment easier. The line on the golf ball has been extended for this purpose and made more contrasting to make it easier to aim on the green.

TaylorMade TP5/x pix
In addition to the standard models, TaylorMade also offers the TP5/TP5x pix golf balls. These balls feature modified visual technology designed to enable easier alignment and better feedback on the green. They are available in different colours, which also improves visibility. The TP5/x is also available with various colourful logos, emojis and symbols that give golfers more personalisation options. RRP: £47.99.

For more details, visit taylormadegolf.com