Titleist introduces the Pro V1x Left Dash, designed for golfers seeking longer distance and controlled ball flight.
What started in 2018 as a special solution for a few long hitters on the PGA Tour has become a fixed part of the Titleist ball family: the Pro V1x Left Dash. Now the model gets 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 is intended to be faster, fly longer, and be more stable in the wind, all validated by players on various professional tours.
Titleist’s New Edition: New Core, New Ball Flight
Inside the new Titleist Pro V1x Left Dash is an advanced high-gradient dual core. It is more elastic according to the manufacturer and thus delivers higher ball speed. This is supported by a thicker mantle layer that reduces spin on full shots. At the same time, a thinner urethane cover provides the necessary feel around the green. For flight behavior, Titleist uses a new dimple design with 348 tetrahedrons, which the company says ensures a more even, efficient ball flight.
Development with Challenges
The origins of the Left Dash go back to 2018. Originally developed as a special solution for selected tour professionals, the ball has been tested and adapted over the years. The development was not straightforward. Early prototypes appeared on the PGA Tour in 2023 but showed too much spin with short irons. The feedback was clear – back to the drawing board. According to Titleist, the development restarted from scratch, focusing on what made the Left Dash special: low spin, long distance, and a stable, high ball flight. The company 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 two other models and has long been a secret tip in fitting circles. According to internal fitting data from Titleist, the model is already recommended to around six to eight percent of users.
(Information provided by Titleist)