Srixon has unveiled its latest Z-STAR golf balls.
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When it comes to making a golf ball, the goals are usually to make it faster off the top and spin more around the greens. But what is often overlooked is how durable a golf ball is and how many rounds it can last (unless you lose it of course).
Srixon’s new Z-STAR series of tournament-grade golf balls, the ninth generation of the popular series, check all three boxes thanks to new core and cover technology.
Here are four things you need to know about the new Z-STAR, Z-STAR XV and Z-STAR Diamond golf balls.
FastLayer DG Core 2.0
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The ninth generation of the Z-STAR line features a newly formulated FastLayer DG Core 2.0. The previous generation of Z-STAR golf balls introduced FastLayer technology which allowed Srixon to create a core that gradually gets stronger from the outer center. By doing this, Srixon creates a golf ball that maintains a soft feel, but also creates high speeds for distance.
With FastLayer DG Core 2.0, the stability progression allows optimal evolution for each of the three models, creating more differences between the options.
Three models and three colors to choose from
Once again, the Srixon Z-STAR will give players three different options to choose from for performance, but then there will also be three optical choices depending on the golf ball model.
standard Mr. Star The golf ball features an even softer center core, creating the softest hitting feel and lowest compression (88) golf ball in the family. The Z-STAR produces a mid-flight trajectory while providing the most spin yet still reducing driver spin.
On the other hand, Z-STAR XVlast week’s Sentry Champion pick Hideki Matsuyama has added durability partially through the core and creates the highest compression ball in the family for maximum distance. The XV will also produce the highest iron spin.
The return to the lineup after its introduction in the previous generation is The Z-STAR Diamond, Pick ball for Brooks Koepka. The diamond is the gold of the family, offering the best of both worlds in terms of distance off the tee and greenside spin.
Both the Z-STAR and Z-STAR XV are available at Pure white, Tour Yellow and the 50/50 split called divide which was introduced in 2023.
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“For visual players who want to track their ball through the air and around the greens, Divide is a game changer,” Srixon VP of R & D Jeff Brunski said in a release. The yellow/white contrast creates a spinning strobe effect, allowing players to easily gauge the speed of spin with their wedges. When you add the 360° seam line to the greens for better extension and spin, these balls can increase consistency in the areas of your game that matter most.”
New cover from biomass and Spin Skin+
For the latest Z-STAR series, Srixon has developed a new extra thin urethane cover made from biomass material.
“Our approach to this generation of the Z-STAR series was to produce a more durable ball without compromising performance,” said Brunski. “This generation’s unique cover and stronger coating help improve each ball’s specific spin performance, while our team has improved distance and control to provide players with a cleaner performance from the tee to the green.”
The company says the new cover is “engineered to withstand all conditions encountered on the course” meaning it can maintain performance for multiple rounds of use.
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Srixon has also applied for one Spin Skin+ putter, which is an extra thin layer of urethane that is added to increase friction, which in turn increases spin around the green. The new balls also have a tougher urethane paint, which is designed to resist dirt and grime.
Price and availability
All Z-STAR models (Z-STAR, Z-STAR XV and Z-STAR Diamanti) in Pure White, Tour Yellow and Divide (Z-STAR and XV only) will be available at retail by starting from the date January 24 ABOUT $49.99.
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