Divide.
The Dictionary defines it three ways:
- To separate into two or more parts, areas, or groups
- To separate into portions and give out shares
- To cause to be separate, distinct, or apart from one another
Honestly, it is a word that is intertwined with the serious, and oft over-serious nature of the world we live in today. Thankfully though, Srixon Golf is taking the word and applying it to a much more entertaining thing…golf balls.
In a move that will undoubtedly provide a lot of discussion among golfers, Srixon is bringing back the two-tone golf ball. Say hello to the Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE.
Enter the Srixon Divide
Yes, let’s get right to it. Look at that cover.
While those who have been around the game for a few decades may be immediately taken back to the design of a company from yesteryear, many are surely left going, ‘woah’.
Not only is the Srixon Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE a two-tone golf ball, but it is also a two-tone matte finished golf ball with one half red and the other yellow. More than that, the company is quick to point out that this is not a painted-on finish, both colors are infused into the new thermoplastic urethane cover of the DIVIDE ensuring both durability and consistency.
Why two-tone? Well, to make spin visible for golfers, particularly in the short game. The nature of the dual colors means golfers will be able to witness the spin of their pitch and chip shots and get visual feedback from that in practice and on the course. Additionally, when it comes to putting, the dual colors offer an alignment aid one direction, and a check on the forward roll (or lack thereof) when set up in the other direction. What some may not realize is those classic golf balls that used this look are still in the practice bags of many golfers, and now they can get that same practice effect with a modern golf ball that can be taken to the course.
Internally, the DIVIDE is the same performance driven golf ball of the standard Q-STAR TOUR. It offers the same FastLayer Core and 338 dimple pattern that creates the wide range of playability that the non-DIVIDE version does. It remains a 3-piece urethane golf ball which has a 72-compression rating and is aimed at 75 MPH and up players offering a Mid-High launch and High greenside spin.
The DIVIDE will hit stores on 4/15/21 and carry a $32.99 price point.
What do you think about the Q-STAR TOUR DIVIDE from Srixon? Is it something you plan on giving a try? Is it too far out of your wheelhouse? Jump into the discussion below and on the THP Community and let us know!
See…now that could be cool. Wonder if these sell through well that we might see that happen?
Hey, I’ve played a Lady Precept and got laughed at until I took all their money, same will apply here
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I would never play a lady ball. These things on the other hand…
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I think this is where they’ve got a TON of appeal, the two tone design is truly dead useful in practice work
I imagine that they could have easily gone with the Soft Brite or QS line to bring this out.
Here is a question, is there another Matte Urethane Cover Ball on the market?
I don’t think Volvik’s Matte Golf Balls are with Urethane.
This sums it up for me too. But. I probably would game one when I’m playing with a certain guy – the guy who gives it to people for using any color ball other than white.
Srixon has been a bit of a trail blazer in the colored ball category. The optic yellow z star about 8-10 years ago was the first tour caliber ball I can remember not just white.
man I played the out of that ball
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And the Pings were hard as a rock
I love this new offering from Srixon
Yup, and it was a GOOD yellow. Maybe still the best.
I agree. If they did this divide in a tour ball but not matte. I would play it. Watching those colors blend as it spun would be cool. Get an yellow and blue and spin it green!
Q-STAR TOUR is a tour ball, right? Or do you mean just glossy over matte?
Your right, it is a multi piece ball with a urethane cover so it should be. I just don’t put it in the same category as the Z star. Right or wrong.. But the matte for me is a no go. I don’t like it at all.
Agreed. The Qstar is a solid ball. I am not sure I will play it but I might get some to hit some putts with.
I mean, golf is fun!
On the Putt Putt course? [emoji12]. I’m not playing w/ you anymore if you break these out on the 1st tee. Just because I won’t be able to concentrate.
The 2019 Maxfli Tour is available in matte green and matte white, and the Tour X version is available in matte white.
You know I need every advantage I can get to take down Big Time!
I understand that. I was just stating my opinion on how I see it.
By calling out THP for being factual? That’s just confusing to me because if it’s the case then it’s a lose lose no matter what is written, which is interesting.
Definitely gives immediate feedback on if you’re putting a true roll and stroke on it, yeah?
please roll one and capture in super slow-mo. I feel like that could be mesmerizing.
Ill get some good ones later when GG can record, but here is a quick 3 second sample.
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The on-course issue to me, based on initial impression of the ball, is that the solid distinction between both colours could mess with my head when the seam is pointing in a completely different direction to where I intend to hit it
Before anyone says anything about alignment markings on a ball, I don’t see those as an issue as they are always on a solid colour background and never circle the entire ball that I use
Maybe my opinion could be changed if I gave them a try, but I won’t be rushing out to buy any when they hit the UK stores
love it
Thats a great idea. I just immediately discounted them as I wouldnt like playing with them but as a short game practise aid they could be great.