As someone who loses more golf balls to water hazards than I'd like to admit, the Bridgestone E6 Optic balls are a game-changer. The bright yellow/orange color makes them surprisingly easy to spot in rough terrain – though let's be honest, my shots still find every possible water obstacle.

What impressed me most was the quality for 'second chance' balls. After rigorous cleaning and inspection, these perform just like new ones... at least until I send them sailing into the lake on hole 3. The reusable zip-top bag is perfect for keeping my growing collection of survivors organized.

These aren't tour-level balls, but for casual players like me who need affordable options that don't sacrifice performance, they're perfect. Just don't expect miracles – if your swing tends to find trouble (like mine), these balls will faithfully follow right into the rough with all the enthusiasm of their pricier counterparts.