Titleist introduces the Pro V1x Left Dash, designed for golfers seeking distance and controlled ball flight.
What started in 2018 as a special solution for select long hitters on the PGA Tour has since become a permanent member of the Titleist ball family: the Pro V1x Left Dash. Now, the model is getting 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 designed to be faster, fly longer, and remain more stable in the wind, all validated by players across various professional tours.
Titleist’s New Edition: New Core, New Flight Characteristics
At the heart of the new Pro V1x Left Dash is an advanced high-gradient dual core. According to the manufacturer, it is more elastic, delivering higher ball speed. This is supported by a thicker mantle layer that reduces spin on full shots, while a thinner urethane cover provides the necessary feel around the greens. For flight characteristics, Titleist uses a new dimple design with 348 tetrahedrons, claimed to produce a more consistent and efficient ball flight.
Development Journeys and Refinements
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 exhibited too much spin with short irons. The feedback was clear: back to the drawing board. Titleist started again, focusing on what originally defined the Left Dash: 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 other two models and has become a well-known secret in fitting circles. Internal fitting data from Titleist shows the model is now recommended for about six to eight percent of users.
(Information provided by Titleist)