Mastering the Green The Science and Technology Behind Golf Balls

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 21:41:10 +0000

The history of golf balls can be traced back to the 14th century, where early versions were made from hardwoods such as beech or boxroot. Over time, feathers were used to stuff leather pouches, creating "feathery" golf balls. The 19th century brought the advent of gutta-percha balls, made from the latex of a tropical tree, and they proved more durable and consistent than their predecessors.