Drill patterns and surface more related to pattern you will encounter. I personally love the V2 sanded for all tough shots. I have a few drilled differently that go every where. Lower flare balls will also keep you out of trouble on some harder shots and sport patterns. Balls like the Razor Wire and Stinger Low- flare particle didn't get great sales but i would be willing to bet most regional and tour players have one in their bag (Mika-300 at Windsor Locks on TV last year).
Your statements are too broad brush as depending on style and pattern what i use is not what a cranker will use. In todays enviroment you have to do a bit of homework to be competitive as not every ball or drill will work, as many new variables have been added to the game. When days of urethane and limited variables (core type, diff, limited covers) were around it was more about the player and less about the equipment. Today it is still about the player but the right equipment choice can give you a greater edge. Technology has brought good and bad traits. There is no one set of balls that is the say all but series like the V2's, X factors and Inferno's do stick out as you see more people even over time still using them.
