The Volvik VIVID Lite is a standout performer in the world's best-selling matte-finish golf ball lineup — engineered specifically for golfers who want more distance without swinging harder. At one gram lighter than a standard golf ball, the VIVID Lite is purpose-built for club head speeds from 55 to 85 mph, delivering a higher launch, lower driver spin, and a noticeably longer carry. The vibrant green matte finish does more than turn heads: it eliminates glare, maximises visibility in flight and on the turf, and makes tracking every shot effortless. Sold in a convenient 12-ball pack, the VIVID Lite is USGA and R&A conforming, so you can enjoy every performance advantage without any compromise on the rules.
The defining innovation of the VIVID Lite is its specially engineered lightweight core, which makes the ball precisely one gram lighter than a conventional golf ball — right at the legal minimum weight permitted under the Rules of Golf. This reduction in mass is no accident: it allows golfers with moderate swing speeds (55–85 mph) to generate higher ball velocity at impact, launching the ball on a steeper, more penetrating trajectory. The result is measurably longer carry and overall distance, even without any change to technique or swing speed. For senior players, beginners, or anyone whose swing has slowed over the years, the VIVID Lite's lightweight construction transforms what the game feels like off the tee.
Volvik pioneered the matte-finish golf ball with their patented SF (Special Film) coating — and the VIVID Lite inherits this technology in a striking green that's impossible to miss. The matte surface diffuses incoming light rather than reflecting it, virtually eliminating the glare that can disrupt focus during a swing or when tracking a ball in flight. Whether the ball is soaring against a bright sky, sitting in deep rough, or rolling across the putting surface, the vivid green matte finish provides instant visual reference. UV protection built into the coating ensures the colour remains vibrant and consistent round after round, season after season.
Every aspect of the VIVID Lite's aerodynamics has been fine-tuned, starting with its 322-dimple pattern. This carefully engineered dimple configuration generates a consistent, stable boundary layer of air around the ball throughout its flight. The result is a predictable, high-trajectory ball flight that resists crosswinds and delivers reliable dispersion shot after shot. Combined with the lighter core, the dimple design promotes a higher launch angle that maximises carry for slower swing speeds — one of the most important distance factors for this category of player. The consistent dimple geometry also contributes to repeatable flight on approach shots and around the green.
The VIVID Lite is engineered with a deliberate spin profile that works to the advantage of moderate-speed golfers. Off the driver, the ball produces low spin, which reduces side spin, helps keep the ball on a tighter flight line, and adds rollout distance beyond the landing point. As the golfer transitions to shorter clubs — mid-irons, pitching wedges, and lob wedges — the ball's three-piece construction and soft ionomer cover generate increased spin for better stopping power on the green. This dual spin characteristic — low off the tee, higher around the green — mirrors the performance profile of premium tour balls, giving everyday players a tangible short-game advantage.
The VIVID Lite's outer cover is crafted from a soft Surlyn ionomer compound that strikes a careful balance between durability and touch. On full shots, the cover promotes clean energy transfer from clubface to core, contributing to the ball's impressive ball-speed numbers. Around the green, the same material provides a responsive, mid-soft feel that allows golfers to judge distance and trajectory on chips and pitches with confidence. Unlike harder surlyn covers that can feel clicky and imprecise, the VIVID Lite's formulation is noticeably softer, giving the player feedback without sacrificing the durability needed to maintain the matte finish's appearance over multiple rounds.
Despite its distinctive lightweight construction and eye-catching matte green finish, the Volvik VIVID Lite is fully approved for play under the Rules of Golf as established by both the USGA and the R&A. It meets all requirements for diameter, weight, symmetry, and initial velocity — so there are absolutely no restrictions on where or when you can use it. Whether you're playing a casual weekend round, a club competition, or a formal handicap event, the VIVID Lite is a legal and fully compliant choice. This conformance status is a testament to Volvik's engineering precision: the ball achieves its performance advantages entirely within the rules.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Construction | 3-piece |
| Compression | 75 |
| Weight | One gram lighter than standard (minimum legal weight) |
| Dimple Pattern | 322 dimples |
| Cover Material | Soft Surlyn ionomer |
| Finish | UV-protected SF matte |
| Colour | Green |
| Recommended Swing Speed | 55–85 mph |
| Pack Quantity | 12 balls (1 dozen) |
| Conformance | USGA and R&A conforming |
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