Bridgestone Tour B XS vs Bridgestone e12 Contact
Which is right for your game?
Bridgestone
Tour B XS
tour urethane
Compression
72 (Mid)
0 120
Bridgestone
e12 Contact
premium surlyn
Compression
73 (Mid)
0 120
Spec comparison
Spec
Tour B XS
e12 Contact
Compression
72
73
Cover
urethane
surlyn
Spin
high
mid
Feel
soft
mid
Construction
4-piece
3-piece
Category
tour
premium
Swing Speed
90–110 mph
80–105 mph
Price tier
Premium
Mid-Range
Choose the Tour B XS if…
- ✓ You prioritize short game spin and greenside control
- ✓ You have a slower swing speed or prefer a softer feel
- ✓ Tiger Woods' ball
Choose the e12 Contact if…
- ✓ You swing over 95 mph and want firmer feedback
- ✓ Budget matters — the e12 Contact costs less per dozen
- ✓ Contact Force Dimple creates better ball-to-face contact at impact for more accurate, straighter shots