One of the most frequently-asked questions by experienced and beginning golfers alike is this: how many dimples on a golf ball? It’s an obvious question, but the answer isn’t as clear. Below we answer ...

Each month, we tap experts from the equipment industry to answer your most commonly asked questions. In this installment, Elliot Mellow, marketing manager at Bridgestone Golf, details the importance ...

The first time I became aware of the benefits of dimples on a golf ball was when I was a teenager in the 1970s. Standing on the first tee, I placed a brand-new ball on the peg, took a cut and watched ...

BOSTON (CN) – As pro golfers warm up for the Masters Tournament, the Acushnet company sued nine competitors, claiming they violate three patents on “a particular dimple pattern” on most pros’ chosen ...

Q: Why do golf balls have dimples? A: Their purpose is to reduce air resistance, and thus help the balls fly longer distances. A well-hit golf ball leaves the tee at a speed of about 120 mph. At that ...

Tom Veilleux, a senior scientist, and Vince Simonds, director of aerodynamic research at the Top-Flite Golf Company, explain. Engineers and scientists in the golf industry study the impact between a ...

These are some interesting looking fans. The dimples on the blades supposedly increase air flow without producing a great deal more noise. 17.8db is pretty quiet.<BR><BR>The write up is ...

Golf ball on the green in close proximity to hole. It is among the most common questions in golf, but there isn’t a clear and easy answer to the query: ‘How many dimples are there on a golf ball?’ The ...