I reviewed the Tour Response a few years back, and it was a very good ball. Now, I decided to review the new 2025 TaylorMade Tour Response Stripe. There is something I like about those colors and the stripes. It took TaylorMade a bit longer to release the new version, precisely three years. That gives me hope it will be even better than the last one.

The Speed Wrapped Core contributes to the distance and softer feel. Another key construction piece is the 100% cast urethane cover. What differentiates this ball from the purely white or yellow versions is the 360° ClearPath Alignment. It is broader, enhanced, and comes in multiple colors. All right, let me tell you how this ball performed on the course.

My Verdict

I will start by saying it was fun to test this ball, despite my average round. What made it fun? The orange stripe that goes all around it. It just looks so refreshing compared to classic balls. Other brands have started different color patterns and variations, but TaylorMade was among the first to venture into it with the previous version.

It not only helped me find it easier in the rough, but it was also good help for putting. I align balls when I putt, so having this nice aid was a good experience. I prefer balls with a bit more spin and a touch lower flight trajectory, so the Tour Response Stripe does not suit my game. Despite that, it is a solid performer.

Note: Starting with this review, the rating system will be changed. I am changing the star rating format to make it clearer and easier for you to see the difference in ball performance. Instead of all balls having ratings of 4+ stars for all elements, now the stars will show a more realistic performance for the segment. I am also adding the distance category to the rating, which is important, especially for golfers who prioritize it.

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On the Green

The key takeaways from the performance on the greens are the mellow sound and the very useful striped putting alignment. I have singled out those two because my putting was not good, to put it in nice words.

I just couldn’t get the pace on fairly fast greens. My putts were either 4-5 feet too short or 4-5 feet too long on average. Landing the ball far from the hole on multiple occasions did not help. Shorter putts were fine for the most part, with one or two exceptions.

The ball did roll nicely, and you could see it better thanks to the 360° ClearPath Alignment. It gives you great feedback on your putts. This was the first time I played the Tour Response Stripe, and I enjoyed using it on the green. I believe it could help a lot of golfers who have alignment issues.

Around the Green

The story of the day was that most of my bump-and-run chips went too long, leaving me long putts to come back. Granted, it was my fault for overshooting the hole, I can’t blame the ball. It was landing softly on the green and rolling well each time. I just couldn’t crack the pace, the same that happened with putting.

One of the things I will single out is the feedback. Again, the same as with putting, it was good. I would know immediately what to expect based on the contact. It did not feel as soft as the lower-compressed two-piece balls, but it shouldn’t either. However, the feel was on the softer side, no matter the type of shot.

The ball produced a fair amount of greenside spin, which I expected based on its construction. Once you get the pace and learn what it does, it can be a good short-game performer.

Approach Shots

I will start by saying I test golf balls on par 3 courses, which is consistent across all my reviews. First, I want to address the distance. For a ball in its class, which is non-tour premium balls, it goes far. I could reach all my standard distances with ease (when I hit the green). The flight trajectory was mostly high, and height manipulation worked well.

Then, let me say the feel, when struck properly, was nice and soft. I will repeat myself, but the ball was giving me great feedback. Every time I struck it, I knew what to expect. When I would hear a clickier strike of me hitting it too low on the clubface, I knew it would go too long. And that is what happened on a couple of occasions.

One thing I did not know was how I was going to feel about the stripe that goes around the ball. I wasn’t sure if it was going to be a distraction when I set up for the hit. It was no distraction at all. Moreover, it helped me to spot the ball in the rough when it ended there. I have only positive impressions about striking it off the tee and looking for it.

Durability

Let me tell you something, for a three-piece urethane cast ball, it is a durable one. I know urethane cast is not the same as urethane, but that does not take away from durability. There are only a couple of spots where you can clearly spot small scuffs and marks. Besides that, there are only a few more spots on the stripe where the color has peeled a bit. But other than that, very impressive.

Appearance and Price

I don’t know, there is just something I really like about this ball’s look. Typically, I lean toward the classic all-white, but these vivid colors make it look nice. It is just different with the 360° alignment, maybe that is why. Either way, if you need enhanced alignment to help you, this one might do the trick. Depending on your chosen color, it is also easier to spot the ball when looking for it.

The price is not too user-friendly, but considering it is a ball that is closer to the TaylorMade top line, not too bad. For $45.99, you are getting a very solid ball that people tend to like in general. Fairly good value for money. It is available in neon yellow, neon blue, neon pink, and my favorite neon multi-pack variations. If you are not a Stripe fan, you can still get the Tour Response in classic white and yellow variations.