If you're a mid handicapper, the right golf ball can quietly take shots off your card. You've got a fairly repeatable swing and you're starting to shape shots and attack pins, so you want a ball that rewards a good strike with control around the greens without punishing the ones that miss the middle.

That's exactly what this range is built for: mostly three-piece balls with a soft-to-medium feel, plenty of distance off the tee, and enough greenside spin to hold approach shots and check your chips. You'll find proven performers like the Callaway Chrome Soft and ERC Soft, Bridgestone Tour B RX and RXS, and Titleist AVX and Tour Soft.

Is a mid-handicap ball right for you?

As a rough guide, if you're breaking 100 comfortably and want more feel and greenside control than a pure distance ball gives you, you're in the right spot. Newer to the game or still chasing straighter, longer shots? Have a look at our balls for high handicappers and beginners. Faster swing speed and after maximum spin with a firmer feel? The tour balls for low handicappers will suit you better.

One thing worth knowing: playing the same ball every round matters more than which ball you pick. Consistent spin and feel around the greens is what actually lowers scores. Worth checking hot golf ball deals so you can stock up on a dozen or two of the same model.

Still weighing it up? Pop into the shop at Mount Maunganui or send us a message, we're always happy to talk you through it. Compare everything in our full golf balls range.