Titleist introduces the Pro V1x Left Dash, a new option for golfers seeking distance and controlled ball flight.
What began in 2018 as a special solution for select long hitters on the PGA Tour has since become a permanent part of the Titleist ball family: the Pro V1x Left Dash. Now, this model gets an update. According to Titleist, four years of development are behind the new Pro V1x Left Dash, which will be available worldwide starting January 21, 2026. The ball is designed to be faster, travel farther, and remain 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. According to the manufacturer, it 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 necessary feel around the greens. For flight behavior, Titleist employs a new dimple design featuring 348 tetrahedrons, which the company states results in a more consistent and efficient ball flight.
Development with Detours
The origins of the Left Dash date back to 2018. Initially developed as a special solution for select tour pros, the ball was tested and refined over several years. The development process was not straightforward. Early prototypes appeared on the PGA Tour in 2023 but showed excessive spin with short irons. Feedback was clear – back to the drawing board. Titleist started anew, focusing on what originally defined the Left Dash: low spin, long distance, and a stable, high ball flight. The company now positions the Left Dash within the Pro V1 family as an option between the Pro V1 and Pro V1x. The name “Left Dash” refers to the side marking “–Pro V1x,” distinguishing it from the other two models and already well known in fitting circles. According to internal fitting data from Titleist, this model is recommended to around six to eight percent of users.
(Information provided by Titleist)