Which squash ball should I buy?

Not sure which squash ball to buy? Here's a quick guide to choosing the right squash ball: Different Types of Squash Ball Squash balls are unique in that they need hitting for a few minutes until they warm up. It's important to choose the right ball for your level so that it stays warm and lively during play. You can move up to the nextlevelof ball as your game develops. Dunlop are still the most recognised brand. In the past they madeballs with different colour dotsie red, blue, white and yellow but there arenow four different types of squash ball as follows:   1. Pro (double yellow dot) -the official ball of the World Squash Federation, Professional Squash association and Womens International Squash Players Association. It's the only ball used in international professional play andmost suitable for professional, tournament and good club players.   2. Competition (single yellow dot) - this ball is designed for club players or for use on very cool courts and is the same standard size as the Pro but has a 10% longer hang time (ie is 10% slower).   3. Progress (black, no dot) - this squash ball is aimed at improvers and occasional or recreational players. It is 6% larger than the standard size Pro and Competition squash balls and has a 20% longer hang time than the Pro squash ball. It is ideal for players looking to develop their technique as it is livelier and doesnt require the player to hit the ball as hard to retain bounce.   4. Max (blue, no dot) - the Max squash ball is for beginners and is 10% larger than the standard size squash ball. It has a 40% longer hang time than the Pro ball, making it ideal for those who are new to the game of squash.   The Dunlop Pro squash ball is the worlds number one selling squash ball. Whilst Dunlop is still the most recognised ball supplier other leading squash brands also now manufacture balls.We now sell squash balls by Wilson, Head and Tecnifibre alongside Dunlop. Check out all available squash balls here  

28 November 2012