Which ball to use?
Balls do differ in size and in speed. Now, with more speed comes more 'hang-time'. The single
yellow dot has always been the traditional official ball, until
recently when the double yellow dot was unveiled. They are not much different and
many club players still use the single yellow dot. It is somewhat
easier to boast (hit a side-wall shot) as it has slightly more hang-time and
flies in the air longer as a result.
Here is some info on the "new" squash balls from Dunlop:
New double yellow (Revelation Pro XX ) = old single yellow (v.slow)
New single yellow (Revelation Competition) = old white (slow)
New green = old green (slow - for high altitude)
New red (Max Progress) = old red (medium - for cold climates,beginner)
New bigger blue ball (Max) = old blue dot (fast - for beginners)
I have noticed that almost everyone is using the double yellow dot
ball. I think this is the wrong choice unless you are an A/B
player. This ball requires hard hitting AND long rallies for it to
stay hot. Most C, D and E level players do no hit hard and/or have
long rallies. As a result the ball is not lively and rallies are short.
Therefore I propose the following:
A/B players : use double yellow
C players : use single yellow
D players : use Max progress (6% larger, instant bounce)
E players : use Blue max ball (12% larger, instant bounce)
And if you are playing a lower level player, use the ball recommended
for them. For example if you are B and you are playing with a C
players, use the single yellow.
Here is a link to a detailed study on squash balls that confirms the above, i.e don't use the double yellow unless you are a pro!
Detailed study on squash balls
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