Golf balls themselves are naturally attractive. They have a shiny exterior and come in any number of colors. They remind one of jewels or Easter eggs. But the balls are also very technical. The dimples on the surface serve to decrease aerodynamic drag and were first introduced in 1905 when the inventor noticed that golfers were intentionally roughening their balls to gain distance. The rubber interior of the ball is also a very sensitive bit of design. Each manufacturer has their own mixture that is meant to create the ideal amount of weight and rebound from a club strike.
No matter how one feels about the game itself, the ball used is one of the most fascinating in sports. Not only is it a jewel to behold but a golf ball also contains some engineering that is on par (pun intended) with complex machines such as aircraft and cars.
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