In terms of material, we cannot see the difference between the wrapped yarn and the inner lining, so the main focus is on the difference in skin material
1. Rubber basketball: It is rare to see it now. It is mostly used as a toy ball, which is not durable and easy to deform. It is usually sold for tens of yuan
2. Foam rubber basketball: also known as “imitation PU” or “foam PVC”, the surface of PVC has undergone some treatment, which is also known as PU basketball externally, but the price is generally lower, usually in the tens of yuan
3. Ordinary PU leather basketball: It has a better feel than PVC, is wear-resistant, heat-resistant, and entry-level *. It is suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and there are also better PU leather options, priced over 100 yuan
4. Moisture absorbing PU leather basketball: It has the function of wicking sweat, and the feel will be better. The price is slightly higher than that of ordinary PU leather, with a price of about 200 yuan
5. Ultra fiber PU: Ultra fine fiber, with a better feel. The inner liner and middle tire of the ball will also use better materials, mostly used on indoor wooden flooring, with a price generally around 400 yuan. The new ball feels even better after being worn in
6. Real leather basketball: Usually made of cowhide, professional players use the ball, and an increase in usage (usually 50 hours) will improve the comfort of the ball, which is expensive and not practical. If you have been playing indoors, you can consider using genuine leather in professional leagues such as the NBA.