Performance in Altitude. ⛰️
The @KornFerryTour is teeing it up in the Rockies this week and our golf ball R&D thought leaders are here to elevate your knowledge of golf ball performance at higher altitudes. Take a 👀 at some of the highlights below, and hit the link in our bio for an in depth look.
• The golf ball does fly farther in high altitudes. This is mainly due to the change in air density, which decreases as elevation increases. Thinner air exerts less drag force on the ball. The ball moves more easily through the air and doesn't slow down as quickly as it flies, resulting in greater distance.
• The golf ball does not spin any less at high elevation. However, because the air is less dense and imparts less force on the ball, the lift force is also lower. You'll see a flatter trajectory on your longer shots, a more shallow angle of descent and greater roll.
• Because the air is less dense at higher altitudes and imparts less force on the golf ball, the ball won't slice or hook as much. It will be harder to shape shots.