For years, there was a thought that women’s golf equipment was nothing more than taking a current product, adding some pink or purple to it, and labeling it as “ladies”. While much of it was true, last year Callaway introduced the REVA line of clubs, which was specifically engineered after research into the women’s game.

Following the REVA clubs successful launch, next week, the Callaway REVA golf balls will hit store shelves.
Designed specifically for increase in distance and to launch the ball higher, the REVA golf balls are slightly oversized, yet still conform to the rules of golf.

The two piece Callaway Reva has a Tri-Blend ionomer cover and a softer core. Both of these promote lower spin and higher launch as well as forgiveness when missing the center. Forgiveness in golf balls is often a bit misunderstood, but real, and can differ based on the speed of the golfer swinging. As we venture away from optimal contact, the energy transfer is not quite as good, leaving a spin and speed change from better shots. A golf ball that is easier to compress can forgive some and keep you from going astray.
As we head into golf season, seeing more releases targeted to specific needs is a breath of fresh air in what can be a little confusing for golfers. The Callaway REVA golf balls will be on store shelves on April 16th with a price of $22.99 per dozen.
Sounds like the Callaway Max ball re-branded for woman. Curious if it is less oversized than the Max. I hate when they add pink to a woman’s ball, it makes it more difficult for a senior male golfer to play it.
This might be a good ball to try in the cold spring/fall months.
So is this like the Bridgestone Lady Precept e6? And are more men going to play this ball like they do the Lady Precept e6?
Interesting, Is this another version of the Magna marketed to women??
Thanks for the info [USER=1579]@Jman[/USER]. It honestly sounds very similar to the old Hex Softs (minus being a bit bigger) that I’ve grown to love. It looks like a great winter ball for those that want something soft, or a great 2 piece soft distance style ball.
Anyone have the specs on these, especially the size? The Max’s are 1.73 inches diameter. Are the Reva’s the same or not as large?
Marketing 101…. it’s a ball
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Marketing 101…. it’s a ball
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Saying that is like saying a 2021 Corvette is the same as a 2021 Prius. They’re both cars right?
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Saying that is like saying a 2021 Corvette is the same as a 2021 Prius. They’re both cars right?
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Both get you to point A and B!
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Both get you to point A and B!
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But are totally different, no?
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But are totally different, no?
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Do you think there is a substantial difference
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Do you think there is a substantial difference
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Without doubt there is. And that’s from a high handicap guy.
Will have to check into these for my wife. But I do hope they have pink, or she won’t be interested.
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Without doubt there is. And that’s from a high handicap guy.
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If you feel that there is a substantial difference and the ball works for you, great.
I’ll definitely need to check these out, I love my Reva clubs.
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Will have to check into these for my wife. But I do hope they have pink, or she won’t be interested.
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Ditto on this one…. although I just got her to try the DuoSoft (pink of course) after a few years of playing Callaway’s (also pink)… she likes that she’s seeing more distance with the DuoSoft, but the jury is still out around the greens…
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I’ll definitely need to check these out, I love my Reva clubs.
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Send [USER=7]@GolferGal[/USER] a PM with full name and shipping address and we are going to send you a dozen. Just post your thoughts on this thread when you try them out.
Just a nice perk of the Albatross Club, ya never know when testing will take place.
Wow – thank you. Will definitely do a review.
I may have to try these. I’m really enjoying the Bridgestone E12 Contacts right now though.
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Wow – thank you. Will definitely do a review.
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Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this one.
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But I do hope they have pink
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They do indeed!
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Marketing 101…. it’s a ball
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Do you think a ball like the Reva or Supersoft is the same as a ball like the Tour B XS or Z-Star XV?
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Do you think a ball like the Reva or Supersoft is the same as a ball like the Tour B XS or Z-Star XV?
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From what I understand, the Reva and the Supersport MAX are the same ball, just a different package and color options. That’s not to say it’s bad….more options for golfers which is great
Played the mens Max yesterday with a friend. it has no feel and no spin on the green, I find it short. My friend hit bombs off the tee. He did well with irons. Chipping was tough due to the lack of spin and a very light feel. Putting is tricky due to the light feel. I think it’s a unique ball worth trying just in case it helps, especially for ladies.
Reva Ball Review – First Impressions.
First let me say the Supersoft Max and the Reva are the same ball. The ball is 3% larger that the usual Callaway ball, although it is hard to tell in this picture that shows the Reva along side the Supersoft.
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During a recent on course lesson I hit my usual Supersoft and the Reva from the same position on the fairway. First impression is the flight of the Reva may be slightly higher but not significantly. I did have fewer miss hits with the Reva, but that may be that my coach would always correct my swing/setup flaws on the second hit if I had miss hit the ball. I didn’t detect any difference in the feel or sound of the ball off any club or on the green.
Playing tomorrow and Saturday so I’ll have more information later on.
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Reva Ball Review – First Impressions.
First let me say [B][U][SIZE=5]the Supersoft Max and the Reva are the same ball.[/SIZE][/U][/B] The ball is 3% larger that the usual Callaway ball, although it is hard to tell in this picture that shows the Reva along side the Supersoft.
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Thank you That was what i was wondering if they were the same.
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Thank you That was what i was wondering if they were the same.
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Seems a little weird it is the same ball. But, I think many women (and jrs and srs) can really benefit by this ball. I just don’t like the way they feel.
Reva ball Review
I have a slow swing speed (around 70) and have been golfing for 5 years. After a couple of rounds using the Reva Ball here’s my reaction. I noticed a slightly higher ball flight on my drives and fairway hits. According to ShotScope I gained about 3 yds per drive. My usually fairway miss is topping the ball, during these rounds I can say that I only had a few shots (downhill lies) that I topped. From this perspective this is a good ball for me. My issue with the ball is with my short game. This is usually is my strong suit, but using the Reva it went to pieces. Not having the spin I’m used to my shots skidded across the green and I had problems adjusting. Now this could have just been me having a bad day so I’m going to give the ball another chance. Playing the Par 3 tomorrow and have a short game and bunker lesson later this week.
I decided to “spread the wealth” so I offered some of the Reva balls to some of my playing partners. All of the women are 50 years plus and age range to the mid-70’s Here’s their reactions.
Absolute Beginner – Started golfing about 3 months ago. Drives about 75yds low flight. Only her third time on a “big girl” course. She scrambles with the “Blonde Bomber”.
She loved the ball! According to her, her drives had wings. She also said she had the best fairway shots ever.
Blonde Bomber – Golfed in her twenties and the didn’t golf again until her kids were grown (her husband isn’t a golfer). Her drives are straight and true about 160 yds.
She also liked the ball. Her miss is topping the ball on the fairway. She only topped it once during her round.
Novice – Golfing about a year. Drives about 100 yds and has a problem getting the ball in the air. Definitely needs a WIDE fairway to keep the ball on the course.
Consistently got the ball in the air and straighter than usual. Also liked it on the green
Tree Hugger – Great drives off the tee (about 160 yds) but usually ends up in the trees or water. She said the ball had no effect on her game.
Queen of the Green – Due to a disability her drives are about 100 yds but straight as an arrow. Her putting is amazing. During scrambles the rest of us will putt first to give her the line.
She noticed no difference in her drives or her putting, but felt it helped her in two instances getting out of the bunker because the ball sat higher in the sand.
About the marketing. Most of the women were disappointed to learn that the Reva was just the rebranded Supersoft Max. They felt like it was just the old “shrink it and pink it”.
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They felt like it was just the old “shrink it and pink it”.
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Monday I went to the Par 3 to give the Reva another go. First I have to say the the course I played the ball on last week didn’t have the best greens so that may have impacted the stopping power of the ball. The Par 3 greens were in excellent condition and I didn’t have a problem getting the my short hits to stop near the landing spot.
Tuesday I had a short game/bunker lesson and used the Reva ball alternating with my regular Supersoft. There was no discernable difference between the 2 balls.
Conclusion – For a high handicapper this is a good ball. It’s easy to hit, higher flight and straighter drives. Most of the testers experienced some distance increase on drives and fairway shots. 2 of the testers would definitely buy the ball, 2 might buy it. If you are a beginner or high handicap I recommend you buy this ball (or the Supersoft Max) and give them a try. You will probably like them.
For me I will probably buy a dozen and give them another try.
One more thing, the Reva/Supersoft Max did not fit in the ball washers on the cart.
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Monday I went to the Par 3 to give the Reva another go. First I have to say the the course I played the ball on last week didn’t have the best greens so that may have impacted the stopping power of the ball. The Par 3 greens were in excellent condition and I didn’t have a problem getting the my short hits to stop near the landing spot.
Tuesday I had a short game/bunker lesson and used the Reva ball alternating with my regular Supersoft. There was no discernable difference between the 2 balls.
Conclusion – For a high handicapper this is a good ball. It’s easy to hit, higher flight and straighter drives. Most of the testers experienced some distance increase on drives and fairway shots. 2 of the testers would definitely buy the ball, 2 might buy it. If you are a beginner or high handicap I recommend you buy this ball (or the Supersoft Max) and give them a try. You will probably like them.
For me I will probably buy a dozen and give them another try.
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Good info! Thanks for sharing [USER=47281]@Maric[/USER] I might give these a try.
Still waiting on local shops to get these in. Will be picking up a dozen for the wife!
They said should be in in the coming week.
REVA ball update.
Out of the 20 or so women I golf with 12 have tried the Reva/Supersoft Max ball. 5 have switched to it permanently, 3 more are still testing it against their current ball.
I’m still in testing mode, can’t make up my mind. I’ll probably put them in rotation. Since it has been raining lately it will be a good chance to see how they hold the green in wet conditions.
2 women have reported their husbands buying Supersoft Max after trying their Revas.
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One more thing, the Reva/Supersoft Max did not fit in the ball washers on the cart.
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True story. I played the Supersoft Magna (Max) for a while, and they don’t fit in ball washers, certain ball retrievers, or the standard ball holders in many carts. 3% larger doesn’t sound like much, but it’s enough to make a difference.
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REVA ball update.
Out of the 20 or so women I golf with 12 have tried the Reva/Supersoft Max ball. 5 have switched to it permanently, 3 more are still testing it against their current ball.
I’m still in testing mode, can’t make up my mind. I’ll probably put them in rotation. Since it has been raining lately it will be a good chance to see how they hold the green in wet conditions.
2 women have reported their husbands buying Supersoft Max after trying their Revas.
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Maric, Thanks, for the update! What makes you hesitate? I’ve tried to like the Max ball for me and I have a slow swing speed, it doesn’t feel good and the ball has 30% less distance off the driver. I passed the balls to my son and he’s increased his distance – go figure. It’s an unusual ball and I think people will have different results.
My short game is my best chance to save a hole. I’m not comfortable with the stopping power of the ball off my SW. Playing yesterday with greens that were damp it was even worse.