The Mizuno RB Max is an entirely new golf ball for Mizuno — combining a Tour ball's speed and launch characteristics with a more durable ionomer cover. Designed for mid-to-high swing speeds, it strikes the ideal balance between Tour-level performance and the durability that everyday amateur golfers demand. Whether you are chasing extra yards off the tee or looking for a reliable, all-weather ball that holds up round after round, the RB Max delivers the complete package. This box contains 12 balls in high-visibility yellow — ideal for playing in low-light conditions or simply keeping track of your ball in the rough.
At the heart of the RB Max lies Mizuno's innovative DualCore technology: a dual-layer butadiene rubber core engineered to do two jobs at once. The soft inner core absorbs impact energy to produce a responsive, comfortable feel from full iron shots right through to delicate pitch-and-run approaches. The firmer, resilient outer core layer then takes over to maximise energy return at impact — translating swing speed directly into ball speed and distance. This dual-layer philosophy allows Mizuno to target mid-to-high swing-speed amateurs who need the snap of a distance ball without sacrificing the tactile feedback of a Tour model. The result is a ball that feels lively off the driver yet still communicates clearly on chip shots around the green.
Mizuno's AXIALFLOW dimple pattern is the same technology trusted on the brand's tour-use golf balls, and the RB Max features no fewer than 336 of these precisely engineered depressions across its cover. The design works on two levels: the primary dimple shape minimises aerodynamic drag to keep the ball flying on a fast, penetrating trajectory even into a headwind, while the secondary micro-dimple within each cavity slows the velocity of surface air and increases lift — helping maintain a high, stable ball flight that adds carry distance. This dual-dimple approach means the RB Max performs differently, and more effectively, on full driver shots compared to shorter wedge shots, giving you the right aerodynamic response at each point in your game. The 336-dimple count represents approximately 20% more dimples than Mizuno's previous tour models, providing an even more consistent aerodynamic surface.
The RB Max's outer cover is constructed from ionomer — a material chosen specifically because it provides the ideal combination of durability and feel at an accessible price point. Unlike softer urethane covers found on pure Tour models, the ionomer shell of the RB Max withstands scuffs from cart paths, bunker lips, and repeated contact with wedge grooves, meaning each ball stays in premium playing condition for longer. Despite its toughness, the ionomer cover is not simply a hard shell: it is engineered to generate sufficient short-game spin for confident pitch shots and chip-and-run approaches, offering meaningful greenside control. All-weather resilience is another key benefit — the ionomer material does not degrade significantly in cold or wet conditions, making the RB Max a reliable choice for golfers who play through the shoulder seasons.
The RB Max is specifically positioned to serve mid-to-high swing-speed amateur golfers who want Tour-style speed and flight characteristics without paying the premium price of a urethane-cover ball. It borrows the ball-speed ingredients found in Mizuno's elite RB Tour and RB Tour X models, adapting them into a more durable, more accessible package. On the driver, expect lower spin than the RB Tour X — a meaningful benefit that not only adds distance but can also help reduce the severity of off-axis spin from hooks and slices. Around the greens, the RB Max produces less spin than Mizuno's urethane Tour models, which is a fair trade-off for golfers who prioritise maximum distance and durability. As David Llewellyn, Mizuno's Director of R&D, puts it: "The RB Max is for every amateur player who likes the speed and flight control of a Tour-type ball, with increased durability."
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction | 3-piece (three-layer) |
| Core Technology | DualCore — dual-layer butadiene rubber |
| Cover Material | Ionomer |
| Dimple Design | AXIALFLOW — 336 dimples |
| Compression | Mid |
| Driver Spin | Low |
| Trajectory | High |
| Feel | Firm / Soft |
| Recommended Swing Speed | Mid to high |
| Colour | Yellow (high-visibility) |
| Pack Size | 12 balls (1 dozen) |
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