AND THE BEST DRIVER OF 2022 IS...

[@Tm-eg2lx]

Loving this channel Great final,two brilliant drivers. Real Life testing beats robots everytime.

[@jmc31367]

The first 4 drives were like they were hit by a robot!!!

[@jacobzirkle9153]

What’s the electric your using to determine distance

[@ronstainton1014]

Gabe you did a fantastic show on these drivers, it wouldn't of mattered which driver won, they were so close to each other,and like you said I love seeing the results from a human than from a robot. This is why I enjoy watching your videos, it comes from heart ,not from a simulator. Hats off to you my friend..

[@timbong1871]

I am glad to see the mizuno driver win as I just purchased mizuno irons last year. Can't wait to get the Woods this year. Just hope I don't have to wait months to get them. Good job on the video.

[@ericfletcher2887]

Absolutely brilliant series. You made the correct choice because Mizuno regularly had higher smash factor and by far the most accurate and forgiving

[@bigsnoop725]

Thank you for someone giving an HONEST club review. I believe most club reviews always give the edge to the bigger brand names like TM, Cobra, Calloway etc. Ive been using last year's Exotics driver and it is literally the Best driver I've ever used...and I've used all the big names...especially TM and Cobra. Mizuno and Tour Edge don't market as aggressively as the big brands...but they use the same, if not better technology at a very reasonable price.

[@icetrey2468]

I'm going with Mizuno. If I remember right these were the two brands in the final of the bracket TXG did last year.

[@jlnew10]

That was the C721

[@DrRockso.]

I think the TaylorMade is over hyped and over priced. It's nice to see two under dogs in the final. Great content.

[@colemanwood975]

If this guy can’t touch 260 yards with these drivers I don’t get what’s so impressive about this challenge. I’m in no way a great golfer but the yardages I’m seeing from these drivers I would rather go with a 4 iron

[@SONOMA_VALLEY_TOM]

I played the Mizuno ST-Z for 18 months. Was happy enough but found that it was hard to dial up a draw vs. fade when needed. Bought the Tour Edge Exotics E722 which I have been playing 3 months. Have done a dozen side-by-side sessions at the driving range. Indeed the Tour Edge is easier for me to choose and execute a desired shot shape. Mizuno is a reliable straight shot driver. Distance differences between the clubs are minimal. I prefer the Tour Edge. Bought the 3 wood and 19 degree hybrid, too. Me: 70 years old, 13 handicap, average drive distance 230 yards.

[@tcofield1967]

Thanks for the breakdown. It is nice to see that there are options available that don’t involve the traditional big names. These two drivers have flown under the radar and will give purchasers more of an option over clubs that have received more hype.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Absolutely. Two great drivers folks need to take a closer look at.

[@chrisvega3433]

The Tour Edge c722 is the most underrated slept on driver in the market right now. Same technology if not better then the leading brands at the fraction of the cost. Went from 220 yrds average to 290

[@rickgunter4493]

Thanks for your hard work and time Gabe. Your not pushing a company or brand and I appreciate that.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks for the support Rick.

[@carlkindred6655]

Hi. I really like to see reviews by mortals like the rest of us. You show more realistic numbers as to what we can expect from clubs. Keep up the good work Go Tour Edge

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Carl

[@brandonrivers8275]

I bought the stealth plus and mizuno. My stealth goes further but not as consistent…. My mizuno consistent 280 to 300 all day…thank you for all your hard work

[@richardmanion6132]

I feel the E722 would've been a more apples to apples comparison to the STZ, only because the E series is a single rear weight, high MOI head. If the C722 was used in stock weight placement, it has ~20% less MOI, which is great for centered hits (seen in the last 2 shots of the video). Around the 20 minute mark, all 3 C722 balls hugged the left side, which is expected from someone with a natural draw bias like you have. The E722 would've likely stayed off that left side, but would it have kept up in distance? I do think the STZ won this comparison, but would've had a harder time edging the E722 out (no pun intended). With that said, I loved the finale! I'm glad to see names besides Taylormade, Ping, and Cobra getting the recognition they deserve.

[@BloodySoup74]

What a great tourney Gabe! Hats off to all of the drivers. They are all great. I don't think any one of them would really disappoint. For me doing some testing the Cobra won me over. It could be the Rogue with someone else. For Gabe it was the Mizzy. We need more tests like this. It was such a fun series to watch!

[@LetsPlayThru]

So many good ones this year. It was very hard to choose between them.

[@davidbranch9584]

woooohoooo! that's what I'm talking about! Great bracket Gabe, it's been a fun time. Patrick might be in trouble next time we see him on here. Your Drives are on point these days.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Definitely. He should be shaking in his boots

[@charlesgeoghegan9217]

Great series Gabe! Officially my favorite Golf youtube channel!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Charles, much appreciated

[@adrianlovett3483]

Well done great testing, just from looking at the Drives I agree that the Stz is the best club you hit . Great value should be on everyone’s list . Thanks 🙏

[@jasonvandyke8142]

Great series! It was so close = I thought the Tour Edge won day 1 and Mizuno won day 2. But for me, those big drives you hit on the next to last hole would have been what had me go the way you did!

[@gilleonard7378]

Well done Gabe. A true honest test with surprising results.

[@russellward9662]

A great comparison, and to be fair, either one would be a welcome addition to my bag. But so good to see the mighty Mizuno prevail. Well done.

[@ronaldho1814]

Gabe, love your best driver competition series. Do you think you will have a fairway wood/ hybrid competition series in 2022?

[@irish5359]

Both fabulous drivers. Thanks for another great review Gabe.

[@roncarlton1882]

Really enjoyed the series. Quite surprised with the results. I play Mizuno irons. Might consider the Mizuno driver to put in my bag. Keep the fun coming.

[@starks1974]

Dry data is definitely overhyped and on course is necessary. The Average Golfer does the same testing of on course analysis. Good stuff!

[@robertharmel6218]

Love these “real world” reviews of clubs. Between this and the hot irons I think I’ve become a Mizuno fanboy this year.

[@christopherroberts1283]

I've got the Mixuno ST Z with a Speeder 661 stiff. Best driver I've ever had. It's very long...tight dispersion. Hits the ball high with no spin. Love it.

[@Catman39]

GREAT SERIES!!! I thought the Mizuno would come out on top in the finals but didn't expect it to be that close. Happy Easter!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Happy Easter Joel

[@davemartines721]

Hey there, signing on. I love your product reviews. I even bought a Cobalt Q6 rangefinder because of it.

[@rw5671]

Thanks again for another fair assessment of the drivers. I really enjoy your love of the game and how you show everyone through this channel. I am looking to buy the Mizuno soon!

[@jasonwaller7321]

I’m getting a Mizuno STZ220 for Christmas, having now watched this I am a very happy boy!

[@billomeara5660]

Gabe, thanks for setting this fun format up for all of us to enjoy. Just another reason you are the "go to guy" for interesting golf videos.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Appreciate that Bill!

[@robertclay]

Great job. I use touredge clubs, so I'm happy to see the do well. The 722 that was tested was the C, I believe. I would love the see the E tested as it sounds like it is more of a forgiving club than the C, but less workability. I'm not a good golfer so it would be cool to see a real world golfer compare the two to get your thoughts on the two.

[@SONOMA_VALLEY_TOM]

Years 2020 - 2021 my entire bag was Mizuno JPX irons and ST-Z woods. The 115 gram steel shafts were way to heavy for me. Replaced the Irons with Honma T/W with 63 gram graphite shafts and the woods with Tour Edge E722 Driver, 3 wood and 19* hybrid. Change in my handicap number? Absolutely none!

[@andrewgudgeonobe2721]

Gabe. I have been a bit haunted by the comments you mentioned about needing to test with a robot. I think some folks have missed the point. This bracket was a fun process for you to choose a driver. When the Mizuno finally dropped into your bag, your confidence in the club would have been extremely high. The process of the bracket allowed you to not only make a decision based on the criteria but also unconsciously on how the clubs felt in your hands. It has been great fun to watch, all the drivers are good, but this was about watching your journey. Thanks for sharing that journey with us. The big question for me is which driver would you give to your dad?

[@LetsPlayThru]

You nailed it Andrew. I feel I found the right choice for me.

[@doncleary9738]

Nice video. Mizuno has come a long way with their drivers. Loved the competition. Keep up the good work 👍

[@LetsPlayThru]

Indeed they have, thanks Don

[@billwallenstein3387]

I loved the contest. I felt the Exotics would come in close to the top and maybe win. I’m going to test it out soon and see if it fits in my bag. Thanks

[@danlawrence6321]

I bought the Tour Edge, and have Never hit as long or consistently straight, however I bought the "E". Best golf purchase of my life!

[@waynepark4430]

That was awesome Gabe. Very enjoyable.

[@ramonmoreno1658]

Great tournament to see which driver was best for you. I have to say I was a bit disappointed to see the Cobra not winning it all but the mizuno driver is definitely a great driver. All the drivers you tested performed well and I would take anyone of them to put in my bag. Keep up with the great content Gabe. Wishing you continued success in your channel

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thank you Ramon. Cobra is solid for sure

[@ramonmoreno1658]

@@LetsPlayThru you did a fantastic job with you consistency on all the drivers you tested. It was as fair as a human can do. Well done.

[@davezalinko1354]

If the reps from TaylorMade, Calloway, and Cobra are watching (which they should be) must be shaking their heads. Two really unknowns making it to the final. I have know clue who wins, it’s a coin toss at this point. Happy Easter everyone.

[@kenmenser6174]

I was down in Texas a couple of weeks ago playing with a set of rented Cobras with regular shafts. After watching me snap hook the driver all day one of the local guys that I was paired up with wanted me to try his Mizuno ST 220-Z on the last hole. I blistered the Mizuno straight down the right side of the fairway 310 yards with a perfect trajectory. I would have never considered a Mizuno until I hit that shot. I just ordered one yesterday. Can't wait to start finding more fairways!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Solid!!

[@arniesanchez3709]

Great video and series. Looking forward to more content from your channel. Definitely one of my favorite golf related channels.

[@johncooper4209]

Great video series Gabe. 2 drivers not expected to reach the final and both put up a great fight. The Mizuno was the more accurate of the two but both are excellent clubs.

[@jeremyblackburn5740]

New subscriber here. Great to see an honest review from an average human. I’m seeing too much reliance on indoor data over real course performance, and also feel like some of the other channels are influenced by monetary or other incentives from the oems. Your reviews seem genuine.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks for joining us here, Jeremy 🙌

[@jeremyblackburn5740]

@@LetsPlayThru thanks Gabe

[@thehairygolfer]

Love the Black Mountain shirt. I hope I will get the opportunity to buy one myself. Nice to see someone of my own swingspeed testing clubs. I like the STZ myself and am thinking of getting fitted now the price had dropped a ton.

[@rosshaider8224]

Excellent test of drivers... I currently use ST-Z 200 Mizuno and I am also getting the ST-Z220 amazing drivers

[@donalddishman3175]

The Mizuno is a very nice driver but I really like the Tour exotic edge for the win Gabe !! 😁

[@jasondipasquale8960]

Loved the series Gabe! Great job as always….are you going to do a witb 2022 video….would love to see a video on that

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes prob in the next 2 weeks I’d say

[@neilcaulfield7840]

OK, Gabe. I'm buying a new Mizuno driver 😉. Great video again ⛳.

[@erock1070]

Great final shootout. For anyone wondering I crunched the numbers. If you take out the water ball and the cart path ball from the tour edge it was 251.9 avg with 7 out of 15 FIR. The Mizuno was 251.6 with 9/15 FIR. Mizuno had zero lost balls. I agree with Gabe. Mizuno takes it. Great stuff !!!!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks for doing that!

[@erock1070]

@@LetsPlayThru if their wasn’t a day 2 though the TEE was about 6-7 yds longer and just as accurate. the Mizzy gained a lot of ground day 2 😉

[@LetsPlayThru]

That makes sense. After day 1 I was thinking the Tour Edge would take it or at least be tie because of a slight distance advantage. On mishits I do think it would go longer due to less spin, but Mizuno would find an extra fairway or two.

[@erock1070]

@@LetsPlayThru I agree on the Mizzy. A little more playable. Each year on my birthday I get 4 or 5 drivers in from global golf on their U try it program. $25 each for a 2 week trial. I use the 27th hole at a local course and hit about 20 drives with each over 2 days against my gamer. The better ones All ended up the same yardage but I go with the most playable option. I gps measure like you do and calc the FIRs too.

[@jessebshiggs6721]

Great job we have a similar swing speed and I just switch from Taylor made sim 2 to mizuno stz 220

[@jjwong3]

Great vid! Makes me think that for us regular golfers, who don’t have near perfect swings like the tour pros, that forgiveness for mishits in both direction and accuracy matters more than anything else. I’ll have to keep this in mind for future purchases.

[@jsweat67]

Loved the battle between these two and really enjoyed your testing methods!! Congrats to the Mizuno!! Now I have to get into my local fitter to check it out for myself.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Let us know what you get fitted for.

[@chrisg6172]

Great job Gabe! Entertaining and informative. You can't go wrong with that combination!👍

[@ianchisholm9215]

Great material Abe enjoyed this series and the mizuno is a great driver interestingly I think it's the only one with a shorter 45 inch shaft as Std.

[@tonyfrostad2730]

Very well done ! I have a set of EXS Exotics 2018 model, all I can say is they are the best and I am thinking the New 723 might be a Christmas gift to myself 🥰

[@dominicwojczynski1762]

I just wanted to follow up with you, I went and bought the rogue st and it is amazing, I traded my PXG prototype in for it, played 2 rounds and just shot a 78 today. No balls lost , thst is amazing for me as I can slice off tee bad, but today in Michigan 45 degrees I shot a 78, thanks to your video I bought the rogue. I am not a callaway fan but thank u and still think the rogue is the best driver this year for an average golfer

[@LetsPlayThru]

Congrats! 🍾 Great club

[@appleguy6708]

I like what you’re doing sir I’ll keep hitting em straight lol as much as I can and let the pros bend them I also bought myself a STZ 220

[@LetsPlayThru]

Nice, great choice

[@legend9018]

Great video, thanks for all your efforts 🙏🙏🙏

[@dominickdelfino7552]

So funny mizuno fitter was at my course this week and just ordered the Stz 220. Notably way more forgiving than my epic speed.

[@bentottle917]

Really great series. Congratulations on both your videos and health recovery. 👏

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Ben 🙏

[@andrewbentley2593]

Loved the series. Thanks!

[@1962jrl]

Love the review and the enthusiasm. Great Driver as well.

[@stevenolmstead]

Great series - thanks for doing it! Side question - Do you know what the difference would be between using a 9 1/2 driver and adjusting up to 10 1/2 - and just using a 10 1/2 driver? thanks!

[@Bahanaman75]

Hello from Ireland. I'm so envious of how many fairways you hit and how consistent you are off the tee.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Well to be fair I’ve practically hit drivers only for 2 months. I better be decent. 🤣🤣

[@brianprather6743]

Good job Sir … I said that the Mizuno 220 would be there best Drive they ever made to date by Mizuno when I seen that it came out and heard about it’s numbers . And I have heard really the same things about the Callaway ST from results and performance this year … just my opinion from what I have seen from several people and your Challenge bracket is that the Callaway ST my be a few yards short on longest shots but is a bit more forgiving across the face than other drivers this year….. Next video idea for your channel I think would be very interesting would be Ping 425 Mizuno 220 Callaway ST face off in forgiveness and accuracy test which I think are the top three drivers in this category right now .🙂🏌🏻‍♂️⛳️

[@narendradhaneswara2011]

You may do the same battle on 17 degree hybrid. There are some hybrids with 17 degree in loft, such as Callaway Apex uw, Cobra LTDx hybrid, Cobra King Tec hybrid, Wilson D9 hybrid, Tour Edge C722 hybrid, Ping G425 hybrid, and Taylor Made Stealth PLUS Rescue hybrid. Perhaps you may add Srixon ZX hybrid (16 degree in loft) as well.

[@adammasseth5363]

I was curious about both these drivers tried them both out and it seemed I hit them both better than the TaylorMade and king cobra. They both felt great I went with the tour edge cuz the price was cheaper.

[@skylark183]

I knew Mizuno would come out ahead. Bought irons and Driver last year and i haven't looked back. They just feel right

[@jakehead8815]

Do a review on the tour edge irons please!

[@davemartines721]

They both looked excellent in the end!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes indeed. Both amazing drivers

[@goutfromfriedokra3936]

@@LetsPlayThru can u test lab golf Mezz putter

[@youngguns996]

I enjoyed the tournament, Gabe. It was exciting to watch the entire battle. I'm curious. Which Driver will you choose to put in your bag?

[@narendradhaneswara2011]

Nice battle. Mizuno for 2022 and Mizuno in 2021.

[@granda080]

I would have liked to see the Gen 5 PXG driver included, but it just was released.

[@shawnwolcott9731]

I thought the Mizuno would win, but I will honestly say that in watching I am still trying to figure out who wins based on "your" point system. Based on my personal opinion, I would agree with Mizuno because of the forgiveness factor, something we mere mortals must battle with every day on the course. Next up, a battle of the balls.

[@timdelong4001]

Excellent series and a fantastic finish. Great job!

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Tim

[@tomeferreira3121]

Same brands in the finals/same outcome as last years TXG’s driver bracket, I guess these two are consistently great 👍🏼

[@jimmypickett2449]

Awesome videos and great work!

[@jasonsfam]

I love these videos......(guys our age swinging less than 100mph)....that said I struck the LTDx the best in the Sim, and just brought a blacked out version home today. Hitting it in my sim now. (replacing my 2016 M1). Great job on the vids....

[@LetsPlayThru]

That’s a solid choice, congrats!

[@peterreid7477]

Love the testing mate, keep up the great content

[@tonyfb26]

Waiting on seeing how the tour edge does in the tournament … awaiting videoooo

[@anthonybending2687]

These are awsome, realistic swing speeds , now xxio x with the stock light sharft , bring it on

[@sublimegolf26]

Well done! Keep up the good work!

[@mikewarner5583]

I got 5 on the tour edge exotics! Been surprised every round it was in.

[@danlawrence6321]

I payed close attention to the speed and distance of each one of your shots, seemed to me you were actually downplaying the Tour Edge distance and accuracy advantage, as small as it may have been, it was visible. I stopped after the 3rd hole to add this comment before you draw a conclusion. I can tell you that after three holes I've seen enough to recognize that the Tour Edge has a superior product at a significant cost savings. This choice is a no brainer!

[@dougcornell3085]

I have a c721 tour edge. I have the blue counterbalance smoke shaft. Coming from a TaylorMade Burner driver this one is excellent

[@lousifers]

Entertaining and informative. Thanks!

[@davidparker8475]

Very entertaining and informative. Thanks!

[@Rhsummers1941]

I am so happy to see the Mizuno come out on top. Love my Mizunos

[@larrybrown5688]

Are you wearing the new payntr golf shoes? If so how are you liking those

[@LetsPlayThru]

Yes, love them. Video coming soon

[@ronhipwell5543]

Loved this shoot out, thanks! I’m in the market for a driver. I’m a higher handicapper, but want a driver that I can grow into with lessons and practice.

[@jimbarrie7094]

Loved every one of the series Gabe.

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Jim!

[@crigitti]

I pray for you and your family. You are doing amazing work.

[@JOSEGPH2018]

Excuse me but the ball with green point was the exotics whay at last ball with the green point you say Mizuno?

[@MichaelSmittySmithScottsdaleAz]

Good work. Just add the tsi 3 and gen 5 and we cover 2022

[@andya2665]

Last year TXG's final two were the Mizuno ST-Z and the Tour Exotics driver with the ST-Z taking it all.

[@theimperfectdrummer8090]

I'd take the Tour Edge all day. I have the original Exotics driver and 3 wood. Both can beat any new club out there.

[@mvman4122]

What was your average club speed? What shaft was in your ST-Z?

[@drdarren666]

Great format. I feel its horses for courses, i get far more out of Stealth than my mizuno. In a nutshell they are all good so agree with other comments about price…..

[@hectormartinez5901]

Really enjoyed this contest , I play the 921 Jpx hot metals irons with ping 425 st maybe changing driver 😉.... keep up the nice videos 👍🏽

[@LetsPlayThru]

Thanks Hector, great irons. I love those.

[@davemartines721]

I'm going Mizuno. It's got a sweet sound.

[@kevinspeight4664]

What brand is the yardage monitor? Sky caddie?