Over the past two months, members of the MyGolfSpy Forum have had the opportunity to test and evaluate a series of unreleased prototype golf balls from Bridgestone, the VS Series, including VS Blue, VS Black, VS Red and VS Green. These prototype balls eventually evolved into new ones Tour B 2026 line-up featuring new VeloSurge technology, reinforcing Bridgestone’s continued push for speed, durability and player-specific performance.
Bridgestone came to the MyGolfSpy Forum for a reason.
Our community is built on honest, unbiased feedback from real golfers and Bridgestone—A company deeply rooted in engineering, innovation and performance—wanted authentic, regular insights from everyday players to help inform product development. Not robots. Comments not filtered. Real players playing real golf.
And, as always, the community delivered. You can read the full test summary in this thread.
In multiple rounds, launch monitor sessions, short game testing and live comparisons with players such as For V1, TP5x and Bridgestone’s predecessor B tournament line-uptesters provided clear, thoughtful and detailed feedback.
More than 100 members of the MyGolfSpy Forum had the opportunity to put these golf balls to the test in a wide range of conditions, and here’s what they found.
VS Blue → Tour B XS – The most complete performer
Prototype VS Blue, which was made new Tour B XSreceived the most consistent praise and emerged as the most playable option.
Distance and speed
“I’m seeing half a club more through the bag.”
“Drives are 8-12 yards longer than my player.”
“Ball speed feels significantly higher.”
“Carry numbers jumped without changing my swing.”
“Feels fast but still controllable.”
Approach and iron game
“The flight is strong and predictable.”
“Carrying numbers are very consistent.”
“She holds her line really well.”
“Very wind resistant.”
“I trust yards with this ball.”
Short game
“Soft, but not soft.”
“One hop, check and drop”.
“Very predictable around the greens.”
“Great spin without jumping.”
“Wedge confidence booster.”
Comparisons
“It makes everything mine Tour B XS does… and then some.”
“Feels very close to Pro V1 performance.”
“More speed than my player without losing control.”
Rated by testers:
“Driver Absences Can Get Turbulent.”
“It doesn’t hide weak shots.”
“On the toe or heel, the spin jumps a little.”
Extended summary
Prototype VS Blue (Tour B XS) clearly focused on delivering higher ball speed without sacrificing spin and green feel. For many testers, this ball represented the best balance of performance in the entire bag—combining distance gains, reliable iron flight, and predictable short game control. While the misses could produce slightly higher spin, the hard hits produced excellent results, making the Tour B XS one of the most complete and versatile balls in the lineup.
VS Black → BX tour – Speed and trajectory (depending on fit)
Prototype VS Black, which was made new BX tourproduced some of the most measurable benefits—and the most varied reactions. This is also the golf ball Chris Gotterup has used it on his way to two PGA Tour wins already this year.
Monitor response speed and launch
“I was seeing 3-5 mph more ball speed compared to my TP5x.”
“The speed of the ball increased on the bag.”
“Too fast off the face.”
“This thing really jumps.”
“The speed benefits were obvious.”
The flight
“Penetrating trajectory.”
“It cuts the wind really well.”
“Lower launch, too strong flight.”
“It feels like it wants to lay down and run.”
Placement and durability
“That’s where it really shines.”
“I played two full rounds with one ball.”
“Sustainability has been excellent.”
“Holds better than expected.”
Rated by testers:
“Launch was too low for my swing.”
“Lost some shipping distance.”
“If wedge shots would get 10-15 yards.”
“Needs proper launch window.”
Extended summary
VS Black (BX tour) focused on maximizing ball speed and reducing spin for players who generate excessive spin naturally. For higher spin players, the results were remarkable: faster speeds, flatter trajectories and strong wind performance. However, players already in the low-rev window occasionally encountered difficulties with launching and shipping. The new one BX tour clearly aimed at players looking for speed and control through optimized launch conditions.
VS Red → B RX Tour – Short game specialist
Prototype VS Red (B RX Tour) was established as the sentiment-focused option in the lineup.
Greenside Performance
“The best feeling around the greens.”
“Really soft on chips and plains.”
“Very easy to control the spread.”
“Great spin to score shots.”
“Great touch and feedback.”
Tap and comment
“Great faith in subtle strokes.”
“It feels like it stays on your face longer.”
“Very responsive.”
“Easy to hit controlled chips.”
Notes on durability
“Cart tracks and sand are eating them away.”
“The cover dress appeared sooner.”
“Grafshin earlier than others.”
Extended summary
Red VS (B RX Tour) focused on providing maximum feel and control of the short game for players with average swing speeds. While the durability showed a bit of premature wear, many testers acknowledged this compensation for improved response and touch. The new one B RX Tour remains the performer driven by the feel of the lineup, emphasizing scoring performance and consistency around the greens.
VS Green → Tour B RXS — Balanced and predictable
Prototype VS Green (Tour B RXS) quietly earned strong respect for his balanced performance.
Flight and endurance
“The most neutral flight of the bunch.”
“Very predictable trance.”
“Nothing extreme – just solid.”
“Easy to believe.”
“Very consistent ball flight.”
Rotation
“Enough spin to trust the wedges.”
“Not over revved or under revved.”
“Very controllable.”
The tester’s perspective
“Less surprising – in a good way.”
“If I had to play one without thinking, this would be it.”
“It feels very balanced.”
Extended summary
VS Green (Tour B RXS) emphasized balanced performance across speed, spin and feel, creating a consistent and predictable ball for players seeking tournament-level consistency without extremes. While it didn’t produce the highest speed or torque numbers, its reliability and control made it one of the most reliable performers in the test group.
General community relations
In all four prototypes – now represented in Tour B 2026 line-up– consistent themes emerged.
- The ball speed gains were real, especially with Tour B XS (VS Blue) and BX tour (VS Black).
- Greenside’s performance remained strong throughout the lineup.
- Driver fit varied significantly depending on the player’s launch and spin profile.
- Durability varied slightly by model, not universally.
- Each ball was clearly aimed at a particular type of player.
As one tester summed it up:
“It’s not about a better ball; it’s about finding the right ball.”
Shutting down thoughts
This testing opportunity represents exactly how the MyGolfSpy Forum Member Testing works.
Companies provide the hardware – but the community provides the truth. Testers play real rounds, collect real performance data, and share honest feedback that helps manufacturers refine and evolve their products. The VS Prototype program is a perfect example: feedback from real golfers directly contributing to the development of Tour B 2026 line-up and VeloSurge technology, focused on improving speed, endurance and player-specific performance.
Bridgestone continues to gain momentum in the golf ball market through engineering-driven innovation, advanced materials and performance-focused design. From increased ball speed to improved durability and optimized player fit, the new Tour B 2026 line-up demonstrates how real-world testing and technology work together to drive performance.
Thanks to all the testers who devoted time, rounds and deep analysis throughout this process. Your feedback helps shape the future of golf equipment—and represents what makes this community truly special.
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