Name: Bridgestone E5, E6 & E7 balls
Brand: Bridgestone

Golf Monthly Verdict

It is difficult to pick out a big difference in flight between the three Bridgestone balls but all excelled in the distance they provided off the tee. For all round performance they sit right between the distance and soft feel categories.

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By Neil Tappin

published 17 May 2011

Three balls that are designed to offer different trajectories depending on whether players are looking for a higher, lower or straighter flight. This is achieved by using different dimple designs, cover materials and inner layers.

The construction of each Bridgstone ball is designed to provide added distance off the tee, this is advanced through a seamless cover design.

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