5 ESSENTIAL golf tips to Break 85 (EASY)

[@brogers_]

Love the vids Rick! keep em coming

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thank you!!!

[@duardttollig1636]

@@RickShielsPGA pls do another what's in the bag

[@stephanparis6887]

I keep forgetting that Ricky won the Gramd Slam twice. He knows his stuff!

[@nicksmith2773]

The best way I break 85 is by only playing 14 holes, 60% of the time it works everytime!

[@Slim.Swainy]

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[@nicksmith2773]

@@Slim.Swainy perhaps that's why my golf smells like big foots dick 🤔

[@Slim.Swainy]

@@nicksmith2773 most underrated comment on the whole of KZbin.

[@breakthrough8628]

Lol. I break 70 every round at some point using that logic ☺️

[@christophernoon9938]

That doesn’t make sense…

[@emilcaruso3088]

I feel having all the different shots with the wedges is a big key. I watch fellow golfers that have mastered this, they consistently score lower.

[@Martin-nd9pg]

Too right my friend. People wish they could drive like me but I'd swap approach shots with wedges all day long

[@ralphgizzip4408]

You'll see this laid out in Dave Pelz' Short Game Bible, too.. He preaches 4 swings for 4 wedges.

[@karlg1535]

My problem is that 30-70 range I either over shoot or duff it for some reason anything in 25ish is a pin seeker. 13 chip ins this season ( Canada March-Nov ) probably played around 100 rounds!

[@markjennings3528]

Exactly. We all know the old saying, drive for show, putt for dough, but it's your wedges that allow you to putt for that dough...

[@oozieneinmillimeeda]

@@karlg1535 that’s the hardest yardage for almost every golfer. mastering backswing length is the only way to be consistent at those yardages

[@trottz16]

There's nothing more vital than course management over ego when you're trying to break almost any mark from 110 to sub 80, it's all about managing expectations and the realities of what you're bringing to the golf course! Another great vid! Team Clubhouse

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[@ZH-uz4cu]

Rick: "Don't attack silly pins" My brain whenever I see a horrible pin location: "what if I hole it from 180"

[@charlieodom9107]

LMFAO!!!! I used to think that too!!! Now...I layup to 80 yards out for a 55° into the green on just about every hole. Maybe one day I'll start attacking greens, but I don't have the spin to get anything to stop on a green from anything beyond 150 or so.

[@petermcgill1315]

Been there. An ace on our 5th hole, and finished with 28 points. Happy, but embarrassing. Embarrassing but also happy.

[@hoselrocket8636]

My brain, “Leroy Jenkins!”

[@Crowejonathan]

Please bring back more of break 75!! Going out for an early tee time this Saturday and you better believe I’m breaking 90 for the first time 💪🏼🙌🏼

[@jaylisted9714]

Cheers and good luck!!! 🏌‍♂️⛳🤞🤞🤞

[@Olorin884]

@jauntbuhl how'd ya do??

[@Crowejonathan]

@@Olorin884 unfortunately I had to cancel because my puppy got sick 🤒 (he’s 100% now though!) BUT I rescheduled my tee time for tomorrow morning! I’ve been watching more content to try to keep the basics fresh and I’ve got the range a few times so I’m as ready as I will ever be

[@bobwood08]

@@Crowejonathan I'll follow up and ask.. how did you do? Been trying to break 90 myself, hoping you made it!

[@breakthrough8628]

To break 90 u first need a consistent swing w good consistency in grip , setup, body rotation , and you MUST manage the course. I play for bogey on many of the difficult holes and layup to 120 out or leas w an iron instead of going w a wood for the green. Works well

[@ASGSmoke]

Shot 84 yesterday, been watching you videos all summer and getting better thanks a ton👍👍 btw the course was more advanced and the first time I played 18 I got 112😂😅 so loads of help and a much lower score

[@SuperMjJang]

You are a genius, genius teacher. Born to teach. I learned a lot. Thanks a lot!!

[@ToBeConcluded10]

As a relative begginer, these tip videos have been helping masively and helped grow my love of golf, thanks Rick! 👍

[@IronDrummer91]

Really agree with making sure the clubs have a purpose. Helps so much with decision making and go-to. Found that gap between woods and irons so difficult until I put a 7 wood in.

[@tysonscott888]

I never thought to grip down and a full swing when between clubs, great tip!

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thanks mate - let me know how you get on

[@mackenziec]

Be sure to have practiced this choked down shot and be comfortable with it. You may find it either draws less or fades more because your lie angle is more flat/pointed down. Plus you'll get a feel for the distance difference

[@nc_cyborg640]

The 3x swings for each wedge is probably the best tip I have heard in a while. Keep these videos coming.

[@jimross1976]

Putting and short game… definitely the areas of the game that can quickly add the most amount of shots. Thanks for the video, Rick!

[@davidaldrich3488]

Love the wedge idea. This gives me twelve distances with my four wedges Critical to low scores Ty

[@Zellieth]

I'm a 28 handicap and I still found this video helpful. Thanks Rick!

[@kylekirkman7125]

Rick: "Club up when in between shots" Also Rick: Never clubs up and tries to muscle everything. : ) Love your videos! keep em coming.

[@jackdos14]

Love that blue sky gradient dragged down over a typically grey UK day

[@christiaanfoonk9938]

Great vid! The wedge swings are key to lower scores! Awesome tip on the wedges!

[@daytonbking17]

Favorite golf channel by far

[@markvk3928]

The “silly pins” tip is true at any level. When I’m playing poorly, I play to the safe part of the green. When I’m playing well, I start the ball at the safe part and work it toward the pin. Great tips Rick!

[@jasonwaller7321]

Great tip about the wedges and three swings, my favourite was the tip of gripping down when you are in-between irons, I can see that make a big noticeable difference to my game

[@jaqueslouw5120]

Crazy how much your videos help. 👌 I can't live without them. Thanks mate.

[@thomaslardner6003]

That putting drill is awesome

[@121music4life]

Love your videos Rick. Can you do one about what wedge loft to choose in different circumstances

[@atxrich]

I recently broke 85 for the first time. Key for me was hitting less than driver on the tee box. This allowed me to take my 2nd shot from a better position near or on the fairway instead punching out from the trees or at worse taking a penalty for a lost ball, hazard, unplayable, etc. For anyone looking to break 90 or higher, the biggest key is course management. You can always expect to hit poor shots in a round, but you shouldn’t compound them with poor decisions during your round. Set your ego aside- hit high percentage shots with clubs you’re most comfortable with that keep you in play and put you in a great position for your next shot. Get good at lag putting and putts inside 4 feet. Stay positive and present in the moment and will get you see improvements to your score pretty quickly.

[@lucafilms]

Very underrated comment right there. Good work.

[@breakthrough8628]

If someone has an inconsistent swing and can’t shallow the downswing breaking 90 is not likely w out lots of luck. Regardless of course management but course management is important to ad to your round as well.

[@jimwheely6710]

Consistent ball striking to break 90. Course management to break 85. Great putting to break 80.

[@breakthrough8628]

@@jimwheely6710 Well said Jim! Thanks and success always! Dr. D

[@douglaslunsford7052]

Shot an 84 Friday. Hit 7 pars in a row, going for the center of the green unless the pin was on the front of the green. Heading to the course here shortly.

[@QuinnBeastmode3]

I’m in the high 70s and low 80s range so this video is perfect for me. ALL AMAZING TIPS I HAVE ONLY BRIEFLY CONSIDERED

[@AvgJoe455]

I love hearing those things you think of while playing but push them out of your mind to attack the hole. Great vid Rick!

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thank you Joe

[@vicstart]

Hi Rick, I have been working on my wedge distances so really enjoyed this video explaining what swing distance I should concentrate on. Can I ask whether there is worth in having different swing lengths for mid to long irons and if yes - what swing length should I use?

[@roberttaylor2381]

Great vid Rick. All great tips, I will try them when I next play. The 8/9 tip I sort of do now, except I play the 9 iron off my back foot lower flight equates for me more pentrating flight gives a few extra yards. Everything else especially the putting driil is a game changer for me, my putting is my weakest link.

[@John64125]

Really good and practical advice. It’s really all about knowing your bag and distances, the wedge thoughts are great. The putting tip is also good but I always tell people to make sure they commit to a follow through. Stops those horrible jabs that always go right. Swing past the ball and it’ll stay on line.

[@brianlee9074]

Great tips Rick. Silly pins, or 'sucker' pins are a no go.

[@Natedoc808]

Great tips! Appreciate the time you took to make it. The editing and animations have really been on point lately

[@julianford5657]

Love all these tips - especially No 2.Very frustrating to take one more club, not committing and still ending up short. Thanks Rick - really enjoy all your videos.

[@michaelchicolabarbera5071]

Simple, solid & serene golf tips...thanks, mate!

[@cctknight84]

I'm not going to break 85 anytime soon (still chasing 90 in my third year playing - and our season is done until April), but enjoy the tips. My game isn't ready for all of them, but every now and then I end up in a situation where I can dial one up and use it!

[@garyco766]

Right, like most of us you're still probably stuck on the one he didn't mention - consistent ball striking. Without that all the others become almost irrelevant.

[@cctknight84]

@@garyco766 Exactly. I have people telling me I should upgrade from my $25 ebay driver, but until I get a bit better with ball striking, I don't see there will be a huge benefit. I already drive the ball farther than most of my playing partners, and my percentage of fairway shots has greatly improved, so maybe next year!!

[@y0l0z89]

@@cctknight84 hit the range over winter, that’s how I dropped my handicap by 9 shots this season

[@mark6120]

@@cctknight84 I bought a £450 driver and the only difference is my drives are further into the trees. 🤣

[@breakthrough8628]

Some good ideas. Im 88 to 92 on most rounds and at this point w a consistent swing . i need small considerations like these to shave a few strokes here and there.

[@bobt5778]

Three putting is to be avoided at all costs. It's the biggest stroke saver you can find. Also watch how old timers play. They lack distance so they keep their drives in the middle and if they can't reach a par 4 in two, they lay up leaving themselves with a nice wedge distance where they knock it close and tap in. They'll also wear you down in a match!

[@grahambrown2435]

Its tips like these that make me wanna go to the range and practice

[@bobv.375]

I’ve got to say that your videos are really a joy to watch, especially with your enthusiasm and positive reinforcement. This one will help my son and me shave off a few stokes. Thanks Rick for reviving my love of the game.😃

[@erikh5806]

thnx for the tips! The different shots with the wedges will be my focus this winter!

[@davedeaville5714]

That was one of the best videos you’ve posted, thanks 👍

[@sarahjarvis9353]

Keep up the good work Rick 🏌️‍♂️

[@MikeM-vg4ec]

Love the videos Rick!! Keep them coming! Also looks like the bag upgraded. Can you do a WITB???

[@Fbach21]

Hi. 14 handicap with big distance but difficultly with control on somedays. Thanks for this. I learned a lot. Your content always delivers

[@timchamberlain5858]

These are my favorite style of videos to watch before I leave the house to play a round. Puts me in a good space for golf without filling my head with swing thoughts. (I said as much on Freyer's recent video as well)

[@healz8284]

Love your work Rick

[@michaelstrickland8140]

Hey Rick!!! Can you do a series on “Breaking 120”…. That be very helpful! Haha

[@johnherman3261]

Ah Rick; course management and club management seems to be the key to these five tips. I truly enjoy your videos you are the best on you tube. Stay safe my friend.

[@biagiocozza8875]

Love your videos Rick. Watching your videos help me to shoot lower and lower.

[@loganwentz7795]

I will try this stuff out, I have been playing for about 7 months and this will help me so much, thank you Rick. Wish me luck!!

[@rowlandjack8924]

Wow I learnt something new about wedges, Gona give it a try⛳⛳

[@tedbond1216]

Thanks Rick! You are helping me a lot. Have you ever Played at Lytham St. Annes? When I was stationed in England (US Air Force) I went on a Golf Holiday with my Father-In-Law. We were able to play Lytham St Annes and St Andrews along with a few courses in Wales. Greatest Vacation ever!

[@johnschwartz1536]

Excellent video Rick! I adhere to most of the five principals, but an 85 score is still aloof. As a Don Quixote advocate, I will continue with my quest. Keep up the good work. Your videos are thoroughly enjoyable and informative!

[@garyrichardson1132]

Great tips for all levels.

[@Ciccioas]

Excellent tips, thank you!

[@alanny2]

Always awesome golf tips from Mr. Shiels. Much appreciated sir!

[@jerryneff6018]

Great basic golf tips Rick

[@pete8081]

Some great tips there. Especially like the 3 different wedge swings. 🏌🏼👍

[@ryanmcmahon6210]

Excellent video. Been a couple of months since I broke 85 and hope this refresher helps.

[@eazyeach1876]

How did you know I needed this? 85 was my low round so far this year.

[@michaelcoles6846]

Thanks for the tips Rick. This type of video gives me the itch to get out and play.

[@jimmichelucci7231]

Love the pod cast Rick, I broke 80 for the 1st time. I think your show and the kids from Stacked golf are a lot of fun, people would love to see a show with stacked golf and you.

[@dailyjoy628]

RICK!!!!!!!!!!! LOVE you man!!!!

[@matiaswindelersalcedo2464]

Thanks

[@alexanastasiou2024]

Great tips! Thanks Rick!

[@adrianadams6237]

These are the best sort of videos everyone can relate to then and take away something to improve their game. Top tips 😁😁

[@RG-qy8gd]

Nice video Rick. I found skipping the last 3 holes also helps!

[@michellebarrington4160]

Thanks for the tips rick helping me a lot watch you vids all day

[@1golfer2another]

All excellent tips! I would expect to break 80 every round but haven't lately and sharpening up on several of these would significantly help my chances - especially the wedges and the putting tip! Thanks so much and keep them coming! Often we lose a lot of shots just being sloppy and careless in some of these critical areas!

[@powley_7762]

All your tips are great have improved my game alot since i start watching you glad im subbed

[@bradpryer17]

Been playing for 3 months self trained by Rick and I hit 85 last weekend

[@stevebarker3836]

Useful reminders there Rick.👍

[@bryanhollar9687]

Great video and lesson Rick, I like your video lessons over most because you actually break everything down

[@MrSilvershane]

Thanks Rick, I just recently got my best score of 91. So I'll use this to try scrape off a few more shots.

[@DonnyFreeman]

You help so many people Rick, absolute legend

[@jamescbraxton]

This video displays why you are so brilliant! I don't know the percentage but my guess, 80% of the world's amateur golfers are trying to accomplish this feat consistently. Then you give sound, easy to understand advice that we can use immediately that can help. Your first point here is very similar to advice from another video when you said take into account your possible misses. That is very practical and has helped me continue to shoot in the mid 80's

[@dillontheron5152]

Love these tips

[@davidreid2301]

Brilliant! Yesterday, after my 12th round in 33 years, I shot an 87 on a par 70, so I now have a new goal, and this is just what I was thinking I needed! Thank you so much for making this video!

[@torontothegood]

🧢

[@BFAG]

We definitely need to do these thanks rick

[@zachawn]

Nice video, Rick! Love the video effects as well

[@billywatkins203]

Love the video Rick. Good work

[@dailygolf7466]

Keep up the good work Rick!

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thank you!

[@teufelhunden3606]

Love your videos Rick, keep doing them . Helped me out a ton.

[@bobbyjones7609]

great video! i actually shoot 82-85 and know for a fact there are 2/3 tips here that i dont even do. the three wedge shot tip and the aim for the safe part of the green could easily bring another couple shots off my round for sure. the tip about wedges being the biggest for sure. thanks again!

[@brigittecarbonare7530]

Great Video rick could you maybe do a Video about Breaking 70

[@michaelleandrohartono4896]

Love your vids as it helps me to play better and smarter.

[@jamessharier7529]

Great video, golf is pretty much done here in Ohio for the season, but we might get an Indian summer then maybe get one last 18 in for 2021

[@jalbert8083]

love the "breaking" series and the pod cast is a win

[@jennovices9141]

just arrived home from Portugal and played the West Cliffs links course .... man what a course, my drives where bang on the button no problem there (thank god), but there is danger everywhere once you're off the fairway like my mates found out, but the biggest problem for me was the greens, fast and hilly (roly) a nightmare on how to judge them ... I had no idea ... ah yes the fairways, either the ball is above your feet or below your feet very rarely are you standing on a flat bit of fairway. Love to play it again though :-)

[@bjs001001]

Good stuff. Thanks for the tips.

[@simplydaniel3369]

awesome tips, very pragmatic, great stuff, subscribed

[@ductran8832]

Just in time for the wedge swing clock tip ! Thanks Rick😋

[@HillbillyJedi88]

Great tips Rick! I need to work on my wedges so thank you for the reminder!

[@richardboulton4350]

Useful tips and I will give them a go when next out on the course

[@callumprior6957]

Can't like this enough. Love it

[@Guspech750]

Some great tips. I often forget about the short through full swings with my wedges. Normally I do ok with my wedges but it is probably due to luck. Most of the time I use my 3 or 4 iron for driving. That way I have a better chance on landing in the fairway with hopes of doing ok with my wedges.

[@GolfQuestChannel]

If you can hit your long irons long enough this is definitely a good strategy. A friend of mine can hit his two iron 250 off of the tee and it's a laser every time. If I had that in the bag I would stick with it for sure.

[@skid68]

Switched wedge from 50/55 to 52/58 now and then Pitch at 45. See if I will use them more when the summer comes, or if I still will manly use Pitch :) (Changed to Cleveland CBX 2 wedges)

[@markuss.9760]

How can I get a personal lesson with your, Rick? 😍 Your tips are sooo valuable and helpful - really enjoy your videos. Thanks a lot! 👍

[@OFFICIALNLP]

Great video, but just wondering if you replaced the sky? Doesn’t change any quality to the video but I’m just curious because it looks off to me.