MailOrderGolf

MailOrderGolf: lake-recovered golf balls for the UK and Europe

MailOrderGolf is a British company dedicated to selling golf balls recovered from lakes and water hazards on golf courses. The recovered material is cleaned, sorted and graded before resale, a process the firm carries out in direct collaboration with divers. The company sells these products in the UK and Europe, and its catalogue is presented as a lower-priced alternative to new balls, with savings that its own website puts at up to 80%.

Catalogue of balls by brand and model

The range covers the main brands in the sector. The shop organises the recovered balls by manufacturer and specific line, and includes references from Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Srixon, Bridgestone, Vice, Volvik, Wilson, Kirkland and Nike. Among the most notable models are the following:

• Titleist: Pro V1 and V1x, AVX, TruFeel, Velocity, Tour Soft, Tour Speed, NXT and Distance.
• TaylorMade: TP5 and TP5x, Rocketballz, Soft Response, Tour Response, Project A, Project S, Noodle, Neon, Penta, Tour Preferred and Lethal.
• Callaway: Chrome Soft and Soft X, Chrome Soft Truvis, Supersoft, E.R.C. Soft, Superhot, Bold, Warbird and Reva.
• Srixon: Z-Star and Z-Star XV, Q Star, AD333, Soft Feel, UltiSoft, Distance and Trispeed.
• Bridgestone: Tour B X and XS, Tour B RX and RXS, B330, E12 and E6.
• Other brands: Vice Pro, Volvik Vivid, Wilson Staff Model, Kirkland, Nike, Pinnacle, Top Flite and Maxfli.

In addition to branded balls, the catalogue includes specific categories such as budget balls, range balls, optic balls, yellow and pink balls, worn balls and collectable balls.

Accessories and other products

Alongside the balls, the shop offers an accessories section comprising tees, nets, mats, gloves, towels, umbrellas, golf bags, golf-related gifts, trolleys, training aids, putting mats, online coaching and impact screens. It also sells products from brands such as Me And My Golf and PGA TOUR.

Grading and how the service works

MailOrderGolf inspects every ball and grades it according to its condition, from mint (barely used) through to good condition with minor blemishes. The company publishes a grading guide so that customers know in advance the characteristics of each level. As the firm itself explains, recovered balls perform like new ones in play and can cost between 50% and 70% less than equivalent new balls, with no appreciable loss of performance for most golfers.

Shipping and international presence

The company handles orders for the UK and Europe, and offers fast shipping. The site shows a country and region selector with currencies for multiple territories, including the UK itself, European countries, the United States, Canada and various markets in Asia and the Middle East. The company states that it aims to dispatch orders quickly, and refers to its delivery information page for exact timeframes and costs.

Sustainability and ball recovery

MailOrderGolf's activity is based on recovering balls from lakes and water hazards, which according to the company reduces demand for newly manufactured balls and prevents materials from remaining and degrading in rivers and lakes. The firm links this practice to the protection of local habitats and wildlife, and presents the product as a purchasing option that saves the player money and helps reduce environmental impact.

Customer reviews and contact

The site displays a Trustpilot badge with an excellent rating and links to customer reviews. The company handles enquiries via its email and phone, and has a rewards programme offering 10% off the first order.

Location and contact

Units 1-4 Pipers Court, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, FY4 2RT, UK · Email: sales@mailordergolf.com