There are two ways to speak of customized golf balls. In one sense, golfers want personalized golf balls with their logo on it. This is very common and it serves a purpose during a round of golf, too - it helps you know for sure if a ball you find belongs to you.

The other way we speak of customized golf balls is in how it pertains to your specific desires and needs. A monogrammed ball might be used for branding purposes if you're a company, school, or entrepreneur hoping to let people know you're sponsoring an event.

Choosing a customized golf ball for playing purposes means you pick the color, brand, and type of ball that best suits your playing style. If you have a hard time finding your ball, then a hot pink or bright yellow ball might provide a solution.

If you're serious about your game, then you'll want to check out personal review of various golf ball brands - and the type of ball within that brand - to see if customers are actually getting results, like 10 more yards per shot.

Some golf balls are manufactured for distance, while others are built for durability. Some even tout claims that they've been perfected for control measures - helping you land the ball right in the middle of the fairway.

Regardless of what kind of golf balls you decide to invest in, make sure you have plenty on hand for each round that you play. If you're prone to taking mulligans or losing your ball to the various water hazards strategically placed around the course, then you'll need an even dozen to get you through to the 18th hole.