I have a shag bag with balls I have taken out of play due to scratches, discoloration, and older models. I use that when just doing short game practice. If a pre-round warm up on the putting and chipping green, I always use the balls I am about to put in play.

Agree. Use my own balls for chipping and putting.

BTW Derekb, we need to get you a new hat now that you are a frequent forum poster. :)

Agree, "new hat time". Titleist has some great hats for it's loyalists and contributors.

Just build up a shag bag of balls over time and use those for practicing.

Agreed with everyone else. Previously played balls are used for chipping and short game. Putting practice is ALWAYS a new Pro V.

Agree with the group, I have a shag bag full of "out of play" Titleist balls. Just like Dale, after a round or two (if I'm playing well) they will go in the shag bag. Every year or so I'll purge those as well.

And yes you need a new hat!! Welcome to the TT group.

Cheers,
Scotty R

About 3 years ago I purchased some Titleist PROv1 Practice balls at a major retailer. I figure I should practice with what I play. I practice (given the weather) about twice a week chipping. I hit these 24 balls about 3 times each session. (72 chips, 15-30 yards from the green).
Since then they have discolored and worn. I can't tell if they feel any different.

My question to you guys is should I replace these practice balls? (My apologies for all of the information but IF you give your opinion I wanted you to have all of the facts)