I've played two rounds with the new Pro-V1 both on relatively challenging courses and fast greens. Day one was in high 40s and day two was in the high 60s. Here are my observations as a 4 handicap. I've played Pro-V1s for 10 years - 80% for the putting feel. There are longer balls out there, softer etc etc, but no other ball for has performed for putting. What's interesting is that my buddy who is a +1 also played a test round with these and came to similar general observations - curious to see hear what others have found:
* General - definitely feels more spinny. Great in some instances (wedge) but not so great for driving.
* Driving - 5-10 yards shorter than the previous version. Left/Right misses seem get accentuated.
* Irons - here is where its weird. They were 1/2 club longer on iron shots.
*Wedges - Super spinny and sticky. I had a few gnarly situation and it was amazing how much it spun... Couple of times - on 90-120 yard shots - the extra spin was not great as it spun 8-10 yards and off the green.
* Putting - 10/10. I cant put my finger on it here, but can a ball be soft and crispy at the same time??? Same great consistent roll as the previous but not as soft feeling - which is an amazing feat. The previous was great but sometimes came off the putter face too soft.
* Durability - seems improved. After two rounds neither ball shows major signs of wear or the smily face from wedges.
I'll continue to game the 2023 version despite the loss in yardage in driver, mainly because of the putting. Maybe a change in driver setting?