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Step 1
Decide whether two- or three-piece golfballs are right for your game. Two-piece golfballs are made to travel long distances with less effort and have a minimal amount of spin, making driving easier, and are therefore recommended for beginners who do not have a lot of experience. Three-piece golfballs, on the other hand, have more spin and are beneficial for those who have mastered control of their driving technique, as they will offer more maneuverability once you have reached the green.
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Step 2
Consider the golfball's covering. Surlyn and urethane are two of the most common types of ball coverings, with surlyn being used mostly on two-piece golfballs and urethane being used to cover three-piece balls. Surlyn is a hard plastic that doesn't have a lot of yield, though some newer surlyn two-piece golfballs are made somewhat softer than older balls. Surlyn provides more distance when struck. Urethane is a softer covering that is most commonly used on three-piece golfballs and provides more yield and control on the greens.
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Step 3
Factor in the golfball's compression rate. Balls with low compression are golfballs with softer coverings. These balls can become deformed if hit incorrectly. Balls with medium compression are somewhat soft as well. While they do not compress as easily, they are not as firm as high-compression balls, which are difficult to deform and good for people with high-speed golf clubs and those who need help driving.
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Step 4
Compare cost. Two-piece golfballs are generally less expensive than three-piece golfballs, another reason that they are better suited for newcomers to the game.
