Callaway
ERC Soft
Triple Track alignment with soft feel and distance.
Overview
Three-piece with hybrid cover. Triple Track lines aid alignment. Softer feel than urethane tour balls with respectable greenside performance.
Best for
Mid-handicap players who want putting alignment help and a soft feel.
Specs
- Tier
- Mid-tier
- Model year
- 2024
- Construction
- 3-piece
- Cover
- Hybrid
- Compression
- 60
- Dimples
- 332
- Feel
- soft
- Spin profile
- mid
- Distance focus
- Yes
- MSRP
- $40.00
Shot estimator
| Club | Speed | Spin | Carry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | 156.3 mph | 2,350 | 270 yds |
| 7-iron | 112.6 mph | 6,800 | 166 yds |
| 54° wedge | 94.9 mph | 10,200 | 101 yds |
Estimates from manufacturer-published specs. Real launch monitor results vary by swing.
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Callaway ERC Soft — frequently asked
What is the compression of the Callaway ERC Soft?
The Callaway ERC Soft has a compression rating of 60. 60 is on the lower end, which compresses fully on slower swings (under 90 mph driver). It is a good fit for high handicaps, seniors, and juniors who lose distance with firmer balls.
Is the Callaway ERC Soft a tour ball?
No. The ERC Soft is a mid-tier ball. It prioritizes distance and feel over greenside spin.
What swing speed is the Callaway ERC Soft best for?
Best fit is driver swing speed under about 90 mph. The 60-compression core fully deforms at slower speeds, so you keep ball speed and launch.
Does the Callaway ERC Soft spin a lot around the green?
No — the Hybrid cover gives less greenside spin than a urethane tour ball. It is built for distance and straight flight, not short-game stop power.
How much does the Callaway ERC Soft cost?
MSRP is $40.00 per dozen. That sits below tour-flagship pricing, which is typically $50 to $55 per dozen.
Where is the cheapest place to buy the Callaway ERC Soft?
Amazon is consistently the lowest sticker price for the ERC Soft, typically 10 to 20 percent below $40.00 MSRP once you factor in multi-dozen discounts. Pro shops and big-box retailers (PGA Tour Superstore, Dick's, Golf Galaxy) usually charge full retail unless they're running an end-of-season sale. Callaway.com itself charges full MSRP but sometimes offers free personalization, which Amazon does not. Used / refurbished options on Lostgolfballs.com run 50 to 70 percent below new but ball condition varies.