If you’re after a golf ball that pairs buttery feel with uncompromising performance from tee to green, Bridgestone’s Tour B XS might just be your new go-to. Developed with the insight from Tiger Woods himself, this ball delivers an elite-level playing experience tailored for players chasing control, spin, and soft feel without sacrificing distance. Read our full Bridgestone Tour B XS golf ball review here…
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NCG SUMMARY
The Bridgestone Tour B XS has an unwavering level of tour performance. Approved by Tiger Woods, this golf ball offers delightful feel, spin, and performance. It possesses that extra finesse that can elevate your game around the green and has the ability to launch you down the fairways off the tee box.
Additionally, it is quipped with an alignment aid that will great efficiency on the greens. To put it plainly; this is one of the best golf balls money can buy.
PROS
- Incredible amount of spin on short game
- Stable and optimal ball flight off the tee
- Tiger Woods approved
CONS
- None
First Impressions
This ball is soft, there is no doubt about that. Among Bridgestone’s Tour offerings, the Tour B XS stands out for its plush feel. That’s not to say it’s spongy – it’s responsive, particularly on wedge shots and approaches. There’s a distinct sense that the ball stays on the face just a split second longer, offering precision and control when you need it most.
NGC Verdict
Spin is where I found the Tour B XS really flexes its muscles. On wedge shots, I clocked an incredible 8,400 rpm, making it one of the spiniest balls I have ever tested. Couple that with a consistently low launch, and you’ve got serious stopping power into the greens. I found it to be the perfect golf ball for aggressive, confident shot-making.
With a 7-iron, my numbers remained strong. My average ball speed was 119mph, spin rate was 6,100 rpm, and a carry distance of up to up to 175 yards. This was very impressive and sat at the top end of golf ball performance I have tested this year. It’s delivers that rare combination of high spin and solid distance that makes this ball so appealing for better players.
Despite all that spin, the Tour B XS doesn’t balloon off the tee. I found driver performance was surprisingly stable producing spin and control. As you can see below, I was able to register 161.5 mph ball speed, with 2,580 rpm spin, and carry numbers touching 280 yards with a near total distance of 300 yards. That’s no compromise. It’s a driver performance you can trust, even with all that green-side grip.
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What’s the technology behind the numbers? Bridgestone has included their new Reactive X Smart Cover and Graduation Core Technology. The cover is designed to stay on the club face longer, enhancing spin on shorter shots while reducing it with the driver. It’s a neat trick that actually works. The graduated core also works its magic, balancing feel and speed through the bag.
The Tour B XS is a true Tour-level ball, no question. If you value feel, spin, and performance – and especially if you tend to play with a bit more finesse, this is a top-tier option. Tiger’s stamp of approval only sweetens the deal.
Throw in the new Mindset logo option for those who like a bit of visual aid, and you’ve got a premium golf ball that performs from tee to green.
Bridgestone Tour B XS Golf Ball Review: The Details
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