Description Wilson Staff Zip as in Zero; a zero compression core that is the softest in the game. Zip as in speed; faster off the tee for maximum distance. Zip as in spin; shot-stopping control into and around the green. It's the perfect option for players seeking soft feel, great distance and greenside control.
Wilson Staff Zip Golf Balls feature:
Inside, a zero compression core is so soft that it registers "zero" on golf's Atti compression testing equipment
Behind the patent-pending zero compression core is a high-velocity Neodymium catalyzed polybutadiene
The unique rubber blend in the core uses a minimum of curatives to produce an ultra-soft (very low compression) core with good resilience
Patented HPF mantle layer encases the zero compression core with a speed-generating mantle for distance and higher iron spin rates
Super-soft ionomer cover grabs the club face for higher spin and amazingly soft feel
Unique flat-bottomed, shallow dimples rip through the air to create a more stable, penetrating flight
Reviewed by: Will(Unregistered User)
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Shoots in the 80s
Model Reviewed: Wilson Zip
Summary: I picked this ball up for a steal at Martin's Golf in Myrtle Beach for only $4.99 per dozen, new!
Whether they worked for me or not didn't matter, I figured my son could always use them. At that price, I wasn't about to walk away as I bought 8 dozen.
I should have bought more, since I'd yet to try them out I didn't want to buy too much. ;-)
I was concerned playing a "zero compression" core ball. My swing speed isn't the fastest but I do get it up between 110-115 mph with driver.
I played the ball for two full rounds in overcast/misty weather at about 45 degrees. Off the driver, I got more than acceptable distance (not the longest I've played but just fine in the distance department). Ball-flight was mid-height and penetrating. Irons, distance and shot shape, were consistent with a satisfying click at impact. Short approaches do suffer a bit of roll out but it's not really much and I found it easy to adjust. Off the putter, while I wouldn't call the feel soft, I do have to say that I liked the feel very much. My lag putting with this ball was better than it was all week with my regular ball (Taylor Made TP Red LDP).
Even after the round in a side by side comparison with my regular ball on the practice green, hands down, I lagged better with the Zip. Being that longer putts have always been a problem for me, that's a very big plus for the Zip.
Overall, I'd say this is a fantastic ball. At the price I scored it for, it's a no-brainer. But even at four times the cost, I'd still consider it to be a very, very solid ball. Surprising, at least to me, but very true indeed.
Maybe summer temps will prove the zero compression core to be not so good of a fit for me, I don't know. But for now, in the cooler weather at least, they're very safely in the bag.
Summary: Finally found my golf ball. Have fallin in love with this ball.My driving accuracy has improved by 15% and I love the feel when putting with this ball. Very little side spin when driving this ball. I hit this ball straiter and further than any ball I have ever used. Living in canada you can't find them new any more so i buy them used from Knetgolf.com for 12.95 a dozen what a steal. this ball stops on dime no matter which iron you use. The best ball period.
Similar Products Used: all 3 piece and most 4 piece golf balls
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Summary: Short and sweet. Picked up a sleeve of the Wilson Zip, thought I would try them against the Callaway Diablo. Whoa! The Zip is so much straighter and flys higher. Going back to PGA Superstore and picking up a couple boxes. By looking at the wilsongolf.com website, they present the ball in their "legacy" series which might mean this ball is being replaced?? Don't know. Great ball
Similar Products Used: Callaway Diablo, Noodle Plus
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Summary: Found a Zip while playing, and used it for the rest of that round. Liked the performance, so bought a dozen. Last round played the Zip the entire round. Found it long off the tee. Iron shots seemed to be a little longer. Seven iron hit well released about two feet after landing. Eight iron hit well backed up about two and a half feet. This is about the same spin performance as the Titleist NXT tour I have been playing, and perhaps longer.
Customer Service: Love Wilson. Great service.
Similar Products Used: NXT Tour. Callaway Big Bertha
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Summary: I have always heard of balls being compared to teh Titleist Pro V as if it were the "gold stendard."I played the Zip along with the Pro V1 yesterday.The Zip produced a higher trajectoryand farther distance of of woods and irons. The Pro V produced more greenside spin, but it all depends on your game. Club down and let the ball run to the pin instead of shooting for it. With only that exception, the Wilson Zip is superior to the Titleist Pro V. The feel is unmistakable and the distance is unmatched!
Similar Products Used: Titleist Pro V1, Callaway HX Tour 56, Top Flite Gamer
I will try this ball when I find some place that actually sells Wilson balls. I don't know what they cost but you might want to try the Srixon AD333 ball that I just discovered. Softest and best into-the-wind ball I've ever played.
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