Bridgestone
Tour B XS
Soft tour feel and maximum control for players above 105 mph.
$54.99 MSRPThe Bridgestone Tour B XS is a tour-tier golf ball released in 2026, built with 3-piece construction and a urethane cover. Stymie's catalog records a compression rating of 85, placing it in the middle of Stymie's current directory; manufacturers may use different compression test methods. Its urethane cover is the construction used by tour-tier balls that prioritize greenside spin and control. Its feel is rated medium. Bridgestone positions it for faster players who prefer soft tour feel, high approach spin, and maximum greenside control. Tour players known to have played it include Tiger Woods (long-time), Fred Couples, Lexi Thompson. MSRP is about $55 per dozen, in line with flagship tour-ball pricing.
Source note: specifications are normalized from Stymie's dated catalog record with a manufacturer product reference on file. This record's source was reviewed . Compression test methods vary by manufacturer, so use the number as a relative reference rather than a universal performance score.
Overview
The 2026 TOUR B XS combines VeloSurge core-mantle integration with Bridgestone's REACTIV iQ cover. It is the softer, higher-spinning TOUR B option for faster swings and shot-making control.
Best for
Faster players who prefer soft tour feel, high approach spin, and maximum greenside control.
Played on tour by (past or present)
Pro contracts and ball choice change every season. Some of these players have moved on to other balls — treat this as a list of pros publicly known to play (or have played) this model, not an active count.
Specs
- Tier
- Tour
- Model year
- 2026
- Construction
- 3-piece
- Cover
- Urethane
- Compression
- 85
- Dimples
- 330
- Feel
- medium
- Spin profile
- mid
- Greenside control focus
- Yes
- MSRP
- $54.99
- Catalog source review
- August 5, 2026
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| Club | Speed | Spin | Carry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 156 mph | 2,400 | 269 yds |
| 7-iron | 112.2 mph | 6,850 | 165 yds |
| 54° wedge | 94.3 mph | 10,600 | 100 yds |
Estimates from manufacturer-published specs. Real launch monitor results vary by swing.
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Bridgestone Tour B XS — frequently asked
What is the compression of the Bridgestone Tour B XS?
Stymie's catalog records the Bridgestone Tour B XS at 85 compression. 85 sits in the middle of Stymie's current directory. Manufacturers may use different compression tests, so compare cross-brand values directionally.
Is the Bridgestone Tour B XS a tour ball?
Yes. The Tour B XS is a tour-tier ball — 3-piece construction with a Urethane cover for high greenside spin and full short-game control.
What swing speed is the Bridgestone Tour B XS best for?
A 85 compression rating does not establish one required driver speed. Use it as a relative feel reference, then compare the Tour B XS's cover, construction, flight and spin positioning; Bridgestone positions this model for faster players who prefer soft tour feel, high approach spin, and maximum greenside control. On-course or launch-monitor testing is the best final check.
Does the Bridgestone Tour B XS spin a lot around the green?
The Tour B XS's urethane cover is the construction used by tour-tier balls that prioritize greenside spin and control. Actual wedge spin depends on club delivery, strike, loft, grooves, ball condition and test setup, so Stymie does not assign an unsupported RPM range to this model.
How much does the Bridgestone Tour B XS cost?
MSRP is $54.99 per dozen. That is in line with flagship tour-ball pricing.
Which pros play the Bridgestone Tour B XS?
Tiger Woods (long-time), Fred Couples, Lexi Thompson are publicly known to play (or have played) the Tour B XS. Pro ball deals shift every season, so treat this as a list of past or present endorsements — not a guarantee any specific player is using it on tour today.
Where can I check the current price of the Bridgestone Tour B XS?
Use the Amazon check-price link on this page, then compare the same dozen count and model year with the manufacturer and major golf retailers. Prices, stock, shipping, personalization, and multi-dozen offers change frequently, so Stymie does not claim that one seller is always cheapest.