Titleist introduces the Pro V1x Left Dash, designed for golfers seeking extra distance and controlled ball flight.
What began in 2018 as a special solution for a few long hitters on the PGA Tour has become a permanent part of the Titleist ball family: the Pro V1x Left Dash. Now, the model receives an update. According to Titleist, four years of development have gone into the new Pro V1x Left Dash, which will be available worldwide from January 21, 2026. The ball promises to be faster, fly longer, and be more stable in the wind, validated by players on various professional tours.
Titleist’s New Edition: New Core, New Flight Characteristics
Inside the new Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash is an advanced High-Gradient Dual-Core, which the manufacturer says is more elastic and delivers greater ball speed. This is supported by a thicker mantle layer that reduces spin on full shots. A thinner urethane cover provides the needed feel around the greens. For its flight characteristics, Titleist features a new dimple design with 348 tetrahedrons, claimed to produce a more uniform and efficient ball flight.
Development with Detours
The origins of the Left Dash date back to 2018. Initially developed as a special solution for selected tour pros, the ball was tested and adjusted over several years. The development was not straightforward. Early prototypes appeared on the PGA Tour in 2023 but showed too much spin on short irons. Feedback was clear—back to the drawing board. According to Titleist, they restarted with a focus on what originally defined the Left Dash: low spin, long distance, and a stable, high ball flight. Therefore, the company positions Left Dash within the Pro V1 family as an option between Pro V1 and Pro V1x. The name ‘Left Dash’ refers to the side marking ‘–Pro V1x’ differentiating it from the other models and has long been a well-kept secret in fitting circles. Internal fitting data from Titleist indicates that the model is recommended for around six to eight percent of users.
(Information provided by Titleist)