BEST IN CLASS EQUIPMENT FOR 2024

[@micahsikora2355]

I’m sad seeing the last few vids from the lads on this channel. Absolute legends. Learned so much from Ian and Mike over the years. Happy new year boys and all the best on the adventures 🎉

[@hypeNT500]

The new club champion videos without these two are unwatchable

[@clw22580]

Yeah anyone know when Ian and Mikey videos end so I can unsubscribe?

[@adamspencer9280]

@@clw22580They have already filmed the new Callaway, TM, GT fairways and GT1 so it will depend when the embargoes for those products end/they release.

[@pschlick4]

@@clw22580 I already unsubcribed lol

[@dennist4465]

I unsubscribed too. It was a sad moment but I felt like I couldn’t continue to watch without Ian. Almost as sad as when Matty left.

[@quettfenn]

I miss Ian already 😢

[@Golden3ye]

Where is he going

[@marshallw4492]

@@Golden3ye Left Club Champion and started his own business/channel, Fraser Golf Institute.

[@vicgeier3482]

He's on KZbin and instagram

[@JeffHill-hh6xt]

The sad part is he won't be talking about fitting and his expertise for some time... I'm assuming... none compete clauses typically last at least 1 year.

[@jph318]

@@JeffHill-hh6xtyou can’t stop someone from working for themselves

[@dzaino1986]

R.I.P. TXG 😢😢 Things will never be the same again. Ian and Mikey have been instrumental for me and my equipment purchases from TXG. Love you guys and all the very best on your endeavors. Lest not forget the fucking ball striking machine Matt Blois who pushed the envelope with his inquisitive questions and distance.

[@bm5192]

They have lightening in a bottle. Can’t blame Ian at all selling TXG to CC. Had a contract for a year and now he’s back doing what he does.

[@igolffff]

​@bm5192 I can absolutely blame Ian. He sold out Matt. TXG wasn't a failing business, but he wanted the CC cash, then split.

[@andershaukoos]

Fraser Golf Institute is his new YT channel G

[@DubyaKW]

@@igolffffHow’d he sellout Matt?

[@igolffff]

​@@DubyaKW Matt wanted to be a partner in the business. Ian chose CC instead. That's how.

[@jcar14]

My quick takes: - Cobra King Tour performed like Titleist T125. Launches and spins like T100 with T150ish ball speeds and an in between footprint. Best iron I tested as a high single digit - Ping hybrid was excellent but super hot to the point that gapping it was a challenge. As a precise club, I struggled. But if you use hybrid as a backup tee option it’s excellent. Preferred tsr3 with more adjustability to dial in.

[@craigbussell4998]

Started golfing for first time in 10 years this year. At the beginning of the year I bought a set of T150s over the Mizuno 245 without being properly fit. After discovering these guys on KZbin I began to learn so much about the new tech and the importance of getting fit, so I went to Club Champion in St. Louis and sent my irons away to get new shafts. What a night and day difference. It makes me wish I discovered these guys before I bought anything to begin with. The T150s are great, but I used to game Mizuno MP 33s so the 245s were so hard not to buy over the T150s. My favorite clubs are my Mizuno T24 wedges and Mizuno putter. Awesome videos guys.

[@JT-xs4br]

Thanks Mikey and Ian for everything you have done! I have learned more about fitting from this channel then all other channels combined! It won’t be the same!

[@steveaustrie8359]

You nailed it on the head. I have in my bag the Mizuno 245 irons and they are awesome. However, I have been looking to upgrade to the Callaway Driver and 3 wood plus the Ping hybrid which has had raved reviews. So in 2025 I am taking my game to the next level on the woods. Thank you. Happy new year.

[@alexanderrucker1507]

Tsr2 9* w/ ventus 7x black TR Tsr3 16.5* w/ ventus 7x black TR U510 2 Iron w/ ventus HB 8x blue U712 4 Iron w/ axiom 125x T100 5-P w/ PX 6.5 rifle Vokey SM9 50*8F, 60*4L Miura 54* k grind Scotty Cameron Squareback 2 It would be cool to see channels like this also post the most common shafts for woods/hybrids/Irons/etc. I want to hear more about how/why they choose to tip shafts for players and how to choose swing weight… We need more technical analysis!! Thanks,

[@philipbraithwaite8384]

Thank you, Mikey and Fraz, for making great golf content all through 2024. I will keep an eye out for your future projects and confirm what's others have posted about the standard of CC videos with out you two. Are just not worth wasting time watching. Good luck for 2025 boys.

[@979201]

great video as always gents...I play both the Mizuno Pro 245 and a DF3 and cannot agree with you more.

[@GNPit]

Missing out on the hybrid woods there. Callaway UW is a weapon, and even the Hy-Wood from Cleveland

[@wessims3412]

Great bag indeed. Problem is there are too many options that are so close and they all could rightfully fit in depending on the player. Glad you chose the Ping G430 hybrid, I just bought one at a great price brand new and haven’t even tried it yet. My current bag: AiSmoke Triple Diamond Max 10.5* 2023 Big Bertha 3W 16* Mavrik Max 5W TSR2 4 hybrid Ping G430 #6 hybrid Mizuno JPX-921 Hot Metal 6-GW Cleveland Zipcore 54* wedge Mizuno T20 58* wedge Ben Hogan BHB01 blade putter

[@StephenFugarino]

Man what great picks, y’all literally picked my whole bag brand wise…TD ai smoke driver, smoke max 3 wood, ( still testing hybrids/5 woods ) Mizuno pro 243 irons, sm10 wedges 50,54,58 is what’s in my bag this year. I played the mg4s before going back to volkeys, the weighting of the volkeys just feels right, mg4s something was off, alittle to light for my preference. Gonna miss you guys, no one will nor can compare to you 2

[@kiwiveritas]

My bag this year: Paradym TD 8deg, 300 mini 13.5, UW 17deg, Super hybrid 20deg, DHY 4 iron, T300 6-AW, Glide 4 53,58, Bettinardi studio stock 14.

[@justinstephenson9360]

I currently play the G410 hybrid (4h but lofted 1 degree weaker at 23 degrees), which in my hands has a tendency to produce a ball flight that is a bit flatter than I would like, I can manipulate the club face to counter that but would the G430 hybrid be an improvement?

[@AJ-lg8ip]

Bridgestone tour b x has been a game changer! That mixed with an aerojet ls 7.5* down at 6 with a diamana df 6tx has kept spin in check for me. Sad to see the boys go though.

[@garymutch601]

I’ve been fit for a DF3 and awaiting delivery so can’t wait for it. Great video as always guys and a great choice of bag for 2024, no argument from me but I still love my 2023 Paradym irons Joe fitted me for. All the very best to you both for 2025 🥃🤙

[@JT-xs4br]

And I’ll echo..farewell TXG! You guys were the best!!!

[@johnpetolillo288]

I had every intention of getting fit for the Pro 245 Irons and the G430 Max driver. I was right about the one, the driver. But for some reason my swing didn’t get along with the Pro 245s. I didn’t hit them bad by any means. But The P790s gave me much better numbers so I went with them. No doubt the 245s are some of the nicest irons out there. Wish I had them in my bag but can’t argue with the data either

[@jakeruiz7421]

6:08 I love my SM10’s but I messed up and got the tour chrome ones and they are SHOCKING on a sunny day. I’m trying to find a way to reduce the glare. Coming from Taylormade MG3’s I miss the raw face just for the non reflective face.

[@Brz29]

Feel like I’m in the mid handicap version of this with my bag: Tsr2 9° Ai smoke 3HL Ai smoke 7w Mizuno 923 forged 5-Gw Cleveland rtx6 52, 56, 60 LAB DF3

[@Kevin-yh6dn]

My Liege and Mikey, Outstanding, lads! Very informative and interesting. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 🎉

[@glennwisse6271]

Great selection. Can’t argue with your choices. It would be nice to see the BEST OF 24 bang for the buck set.

[@logansoto1422]

818 H1 was a phenomenal hybrid

[@Drophittingthree]

I would like to see you all test the me Evnroll Z series putters. They don’t get a lot of love but I love them and found my 2025 putter!

[@chinode3919]

Followed Ian's new channel, where’s Mikey Boy?

[@igolffff]

I like Ian's TXG content, but his new channel is about his golf game. Mikey really doesn't fit into that kind of content.

[@Omnis2]

OnlyFans

[@ericmccabe8830]

Mikey has already given his notice to Club Champion. I suspect he’ll be joining Ian soon.

[@dead_prez7266]

Fork up the $ for Ian and Mikey! I’m sure it’s worth Club Champion investment ten fold (or more).

[@andrewloyd23]

Product of the year- Ventus Velocore

[@clintsanderson6019]

This is ridiculously difficult considering the vast range of handicaps floating out there. I’d give honorable mention to PING for there wedges in wet or dewy conditions and their irons for their ease of use, forgiveness & uncanny front-to-back dispersion!

[@matthewdavis8435]

Just bought the P725 Tour Edge Exotics and it’s a phenomenal driver. Sound and feel and forgiveness brilliant and it’s long!!! Sneaky long yes Ian! Can you see this being a chance for the 2025 Driver based on lower price and performance?

[@hypeNT500]

My titleist Scotty Cameron putter feels too good to change to anything else

[@garyhovey9305]

Snell Prime 3.0 is a great ball, Tour Edge C725 driver is a breakout star driver

[@rickrisatti6029]

Glad you like the 245s as much as I do

[@Thorodin8873]

Ai Smoke Max with TWO (2) sliding weights in the back (heel/toe, 4-18g each) and one 2-19g round weight in the front gives some adjustability.. 👌 🙌👏👍

[@declanmurphy2594]

What are your thoughts on Avoda irons?

[@aaronpalensky8456]

Please do another video comparing Takomo 101 with other comparable irons!!! You guys have the easiest to follow and comprehensive videos out there 👍🏼

[@thomaswilkerson1583]

Perfect bag for sure!

[@Ibizassini]

Cobra Hybrid is awesome

[@captainsnake7406]

Still playing the F7 3&4. What u play? Looking to upgrade.

[@Ibizassini]

@@captainsnake7406cobra king tec

[@jonathanmebane3782]

Driver: Paradym Triple Diamond Max Irons: Apex TCB24

[@gingerator8864]

Been playing Cobra drivers for a while now and seem to crack the face about once per year. Which driver would you recommend that may hold up a little better? Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@strobelicious]

Where can I find Ian and Mikey content going forward? Seeing as they seemingly left?

[@jimppa86]

Ian has his own channel now but i might be years before we see more content like this. The good thing in ian being with clubchampion was the awaylability to all the newest golf products

[@dzaino1986]

@@strobelicious frasergolfinstitute is where Ian started his own channel. Mikey boy left CC and i haven't heard anything on him yet. Matt started golf liberty after exiting the former TXG channel. I like everyone however I still feel that Ian and Matty had the best duo ever on that channel. Sadly missed but $$$ changes some people.

[@Nonfortiscedtenax]

Ti Fusion. Saved my golf life. Really. Amazing. Price is high (So is LAB DF3/Drivers but thats not a problem for you it seems) and the blacking quality is sh*te. But these clubs are a gamechanger for me.

[@declanmurphy2594]

When do we believe the titleist mini driver will be released to the public? Thanks

[@MetalGear69]

Does Club Championship fit for PXG at all?

[@2bNIKEt1]

Im sure you guys won't see this. And the opportunity to do it is effectively over but, I'd love to see a bag of the most underrated clubs for 2024/25

[@chrishartman5383]

These last few TXG vids have been bitter sweet. I got back into golf a few years ago, after a 30 year hiatus. I also dove in the deep end and starting building everything myself, really focusing on Japanese forged irons. TXG has been the primary source of tech and reviews, while Peter Finch and his team have been my favorite in terms of entertainment and podcasts. Knowing Ian and Mikey are moving on is going to leave a big hole. Rick's club reviews are way too basic, and I can't handle watching Mark. I'm hoping Cool Clubs new robot will give me the new club tech I'll be missing. Hopefully Ian does do some new club testing, after he gets through some of the training/coaching stuff he has started.

[@Sundevil-w5c]

Driver: 430 Fairway: qi10 Hybrid/7w: g430 Irons:mizuno Wedges:vokey. Callaway woods are a 2 pack of ass.

[@benross422]

Best hybrid was PXG Black Ops. Other than that, I can’t disagree with the picks.

[@ryang1910]

Cobra dark speed LS titanium 3 woods. Best fairway

[@if829]

I went to a 2 piece ball i could afford to lose, it takes so much stress out of the game. i get ribbed a lot but who took the spoils all year , stress less enjoy more a good new year to all

[@cplbergman]

Best in class equipment for my worse in class swing!

[@CatGPT_]

Rest in Pars lads ❤🕊

[@bobgomavitz1330]

Shaft and Ball would be nice

[@dw4421]

IMO, LAB Putters deserve Golf Gear of the Year. It even convinced a few folks who are super stingy and don't believe in the hype of getting newer/fitted gear to reconsider investing in a new LAB Putter. LAB has definitely discovered something which I am so shocked no one else in the golf world caught on sooner. Hats off to you, LAB.

[@johnbachman8908]

It would be interesting to know how you tested. Did you test these yourselves, was it from customers or was there another method? I’m not doubting your results, but considering the “average “ golfer shoots a 91 on a par 72 I might have questions about some of these choices for the masses. You also left one brand out of a category due to price and yet you picked an expensive putter.

[@glennwisse6271]

The LAB DF3 is $449 at Dicks, not really that much more than many putters, yet it is an awesome game changing putter. The Ti Fusion irons are $2100 so quite a bit more, as in $1000 more than a very nice set of irons. So I see why they did what they did. Not to argue, just my opinion. 😊

[@johnbachman8908]

@@glennwisse6271 I agree, it’s all opinion and what works best for each individual. I’ve tested LAB, Evnrolland the high end 0dysseys and none of them work for me as well as my 3 year old TM Spider 2021 Hydro Blast. There are great putters at $250-300.

[@derekgonzalez8066]

I say Lab will win 2025. Those putters are amazing.

[@Golfgoodies1977]

I’ve gamed the G430 hybrid and yes it’s good. However, you gents should (if you haven’t), compare it against the Cleveland Halo XL2 hybrid. This hybrid is so underrated and honestly, far far better than the G430 and half the price!

[@RaidersGolf19]

I agree. I have a G430 5H and a Halo XL HY-WOOD. Both phenomenal. Only problem with Cleveland is their lack hosel adjustability. Likely how they keep prices lower?

[@Golfgoodies1977]

@ yes, totally agree. What version of the Hywood do you have, the original 18 degree or the 2024 17 degree?

[@RaidersGolf19]

@@Golfgoodies1977 I ordered the 2024 17 degree. Just got recently. Have hit it in simulators but not outside yet. 🙃. I’m in Canada. I hope it’s the magic bullet to replace my 3-wood. 👍

[@chrischampion727]

Many have mentioned how much they will miss Ian. He has his own new business venture and channel that just launched that will cover much more than just club fitting and testing so go check it out. His content is off to a great start! I don’t typically recommend another channel on someone else’s platform but if you haven’t already you need to check out Precision Golf. They are in the UK and one of their founders Simon Cooper is every bit as knowledgeable as Ian when it comes to club fitting. His knowledge about how shaft weight and profile affect swing dynamics and club delivery is world class. If you’re like me and nerd out on that kind of content it’s worth a look.

[@dzaino1986]

@@chrischampion727 he will not be covering any golf equipment on his channel. He mentioned that earlier. I'm not sure how you sustain a channel if all you're doing is swing and training videos. We need more 370 yard Matty Autoflex drives

[@Q-Realm]

best in slot equipment HOLY. golf becoming like osrs

[@lawbinson]

Old school RuneScape?😂

[@pschilleru]

The BIGGEST SURPRISE is the lack of DTC (Direct To Consumer) clubs on your list! It seems that only products carried by Club Champion were candidates.

[@ryanleech4786]

Which direct to consumer clubs would you put in place in the set?

[@pschilleru]

@@ryanleech4786 I am no expert by no means - just a golf addict. Maybe including multiple finalists for each category would legitimize their selection. If that were the case - For the driver, I would think PXG or Tour Edge would make the list on opposite sides of the cost spectrum. For irons, newcomers like Vice and historical nameplates like MacGregor and Wilson. For wedges, possibly Edison and Cleveland. (I realize some of those I mentioned are not DTC!)

[@ryanleech4786]

@@pschilleru I know what you’re saying there. For me I just see this bag as a no expense spared choice that will fit a variety of different golf abilities. By all means if they were doing a best budget but still high quality bag of 2024 I’m pretty sure we would see the tour edge driver and takomo irons. I am also an equipment nerd so was interested in your opinion 👍

[@lawbinson]

8:15 what was that brand?

[@DoctorRalphBugelmein]

Is Mikey joining you on the new channel Ian? or is he going to start his own thing?

[@igolffff]

Why wouldn't you ask this in the comments section of his new channel?

[@DoctorRalphBugelmein]

@ what does it matter?

[@DaveFogel]

Im thinking smoke max ddd for me.

[@ryang1910]

Triple diamond was best driver of the year

[@arpus1995]

Cobra LTDx LS Taylor Made Mini Driver Ping G425 Max 5 wood Cobra King Tec 4 hybrid Mizuno 921 HMP (4-GW) Miura tour wedge (54) Miura your wedge (58) Broomstick TPT Lab Golf DF3 Taylor made Optic yellow TP5x Pix

[@cwugrad396]

If there was a driving iron category maybe Srixon makes the list.

[@Geyrome]

What am i going to put all these clubs in? where's the bag of the year?

[@edogaktop]

Best DTC?

[@andrewschapper8586]

DF3 putter was the biggest disappointment for me of the year. I was expecting such big things, but it’s a truly horrible putter (for me).

[@kileypaet8221]

Ian should make videos with Matty boy again.

[@CrispyGFX]

Last hurrah

[@laurentkaelin8089]

Ball of the year? What is a WITB without talking about golf ball?

[@chachifeere]

Thought the boys were gone. Must have been filmed already

[@Evan_Rodgers]

Yeah they filmed a few videos in October that’ll be released thru early Feb. I think they filmed videos (under embargo) for the major 2025 driver releases.

[@ianandcharlottetarrant9394]

I dunno, the most successful (and winningest) PGA/LPGA Tour players raved about Qi10, P770, Spiders, etc. to have no representation feels like a bit of anti-TM bias. Just say'in...

[@eric1020]

It's a glaring omission.

[@RaidersGolf19]

I agree and disagree. It’s a matter of chicken and egg. Is the TM product that good (don’t get me wrong, of course it is) or are the best players so good that they accentuate the product? And TM PAYS the best players the best MONEY to have them play their clubs? 😂🤷‍♂️

[@eric1020]

​@RaidersGolf19 No, they're great clubs. Have you hit them?

[@RaidersGolf19]

@@eric1020 just at stores in testing bays. Some days they work for me, some days not so much. Depends on what shaft is in that day. I’ve not been formally fit. I do know TM makes great stuff. One of the first drivers I ever had was a TM. 👍

[@drewcastillo7746]

Wait why are they leaving?

[@hypeNT500]

Paige looks different in this video

[@freddym6643]

Yeah, finally got some junk in the trunk

[@JT-xs4br]

What, wait? What did I miss? Ian and Mikey are gone?

[@SAMax2268]

Best driver of the year is from Srixon, followed by Tour Edge Exotics

[@Evan_Rodgers]

I’m dreading the day very soon when no more Ian and Mikey videos are released. I hope everyone cancels their sub after the last vid drops.

[@tom_luley]

I would love to have seen the ball, though the obvious choice would be Prov1, but a mention of the Chrome Tour would have been needed. To me, that was by far, the best "new" product of the year.

[@jordanwhite8108]

Prov1 is overrated Srixon is where it’s at

[@edogaktop]

Is Mikey leaving as well? I'm probably in the minority but I like listening to Mikey more than Ian.

[@evansnyder5948]

We can all assume prov1 wins golf ball of the year

[@warrengaul966]

Man that is the ugliest putter I've ever seen, I couldn't use that.

[@mrace6147]

They’re last couple vids without Ian and Mike probably tanked. Had to bring back the OGs. 😂

[@tranquilized13]

Plus they had Paige with a complete zip up, what are they even doing lol

[@Steezyy17]

So no more Mikey and Ian?

[@derekgonzalez8066]

The worst choice of golf ball is the titleist pro v1 and even worse, the pro v1x. You should have a Bridgestone golf ball or maxfli.

[@blakeg.1093]

You still here?? 😜

[@derekgonzalez8066]

JUST BECAUSE A WEDGE HAS MORE OFFERINGS DOESNT MAKE IT THE BEST WEDGE!!!

[@markcrowell2727]

No way i'd spend $500-$600 on a putter...

[@hypeNT500]

Fitted is not necessary. Only thing needed is a store with a golf simulator to test the setup to find the best combination for the customer

[@cjgluck8148]

It’s our fault… We didn’t like & subscribe enough 😢

[@ianshepherd6476]

Bring back Ian pay him whatever you need to pay him

[@N8-909]

The stupidest thing this company could do is loose these two as the face of the business.

[@southpawjohnny5969]

Wait... Ian and Mikey left?? Where'd they go? First Matt and now this? What a shame. Smh. Viewership is gonna tank.

[@TheLeftyGolfer84]

I wish I could have seen Ian and Mikey test the Takomo 301 CB/MB’s.

[@gibsonjk4]

Ive always hated club champion tgx was 100% better i went to get fit at a cc a couple years ago they fitter claimed he couldn't fit my swing because of my closed set up and low hands at address even though i was hitting good shots on the track man and then they uncharge like 40% on equipment purchases insane

[@TrevorDandy.]

A sad day that the TXG story somewhat ends with this video. I've unsubscribed and am looking forward to the Fraser Golf Institute videos!

[@ericl8821]

More like a who had the “biggest marketing” and “sponsorship” budget WITB, not a “best in class” or “highest rated” of 2024.

[@randallpennington5976]

I will be getting a in person fitted LAB putter in the spring!