CALLAWAY APEX CF16 Vs MIZUNO JPX900 FORGED Vs SRIXON Z565

[@steveboyle5245]

Best head to head comparison yet. When loft, lie, shaft, grip, and weight are all the same; it really lets you see the variance in clubs. Keep up the great video work! Wedge test (Vokey, Cleveland, Callaway). Do the same thing with 50-52 gap wedges

[@3rdgroove]

...not really much of variance is it?

[@dseo2543]

Yeah, hardly any notable variance (apart from the possible offset on the Srixon). The perceived accuracy of the Callaways might not be apparent in another golfers hands. For me, I don't really see the point in these tests, most clubs in the same bracket from the usual manufacturers are all pretty good and nearly identical. Choosing one over another would only come down to looks/feel/price (or brand loyalty - Mizuno fanboys for example).

[@jko8888]

Hands down the best test you've done in my opinion. A very fair comparison of club design, technology, and nothing else.

[@legend9018]

Wow great review Rick, my experiences with these irons were a little different though as a higher handicapper (off 12). I had the CF16s for a season and I really wanted to love them as a forged cup face design but I really struggled with my spin numbers with these irons, I could not stop them on the other end and I found that these irons had not only a sweet spot but a hot spot as well where I would get the occasional shot that went 12-15 yards above my average. I tried the Mizunos but found them to launch too low or probably more like I struggled to get them to my desired trajectory. I now have the Z565s in the bag and I couldn't be happier, amazing feel, fantastic spin numbers and super consistent distances. I love this line of videos though, keep up the good work!

[@troyknadle839]

Man Srixon knows what's up. Not to take away from the other 2 brands but the Srixons make for a really clean, sleek look that really appeals to my eye. I have the 745's from last year and have nothing bad to say about them and will probably have them in the bag for a very long time. I'm glad they didn't change the style with the new models.

[@MAXLAND7]

I really appreciate the data showing the face hit. It tells a lot about the club dynamic on off center hit.You are the only one offering this. Great!

[@DustlnTheWind]

Love my Apex CF 16's I bought last year. High, long and straight.

[@MSDOGS1976]

Just ordered a set off of Callaway preowned. Outlet grade which is basically mint. Got the 6-pw with UST Mamiya Recoil ES 760/780 Graphite. Great deal with an extra 20% off totaling $374 with shipping. Can't wait to try them out.

[@3rdgroove]

8:08 a little bit??? EVERYTHING! If this test showed anything then it's that *same specs deliver same results*. And for some reason (head design?) Rick delivered the Srixon more shut than the Callaway, and the Callaway more shut than the Mizuno. Also Rick started the Srixon most consistently that's why the result was most consistent and hence he liked it the most :-) Interesting demonstration but of course that has no bearing on how you or I would strike and like any of those irons. So go and test for yourself if you are looking for new clubs.

[@953steve]

The mizuno fitting process will have you purring guys. I've just had my fitting and ordered the jpx900 forged. I considered and researched a lot. It came down to Taylormade 790's, titleist ap2/3 combo. For me the mizuno's have won as the process fills you with confidence that you are indeed finding the best option for your game. Feel and outcome were my top 'wants' but luckily I love how these clubs look too but tbh their performance would have made me buy regardless. Loved the day and know I have my correct set. Good luck to all in your search. PS I'm recently a 10 hcpr from 12 a coule of weeks ago. These will improve my hcp further I'm 100% confident. Cheers

[@invisaman75]

4:27 Rick, most of your shots go left regardless of the club.

[@ndog2001]

By far the coolest and most useful testing scenario I’ve seen. Thank you for being a pioneer in the sport!

[@jacobcgustafson]

I have a set of CF16's and I love them so much. They just feel so soft off the face.

[@golfbuddy1969]

The callaway is the oldest here also, yet could argue that is the best of the three.

[@davidlepre7893]

This type of head-to-head test is very helpful and interesting... my favorite type of review. It reminds me that even someone with a very good golf swing has to be aware of how equipment relates to confidence and the rest of the mental game. Thanks much.

[@rossgraham5917]

Wrong club for Srixon. Should have been the 765. Feels harder because the 565 has a steel face insert where as the 765 is fully forged.

[@dirtyjuansancheez]

From a construction standpoint you are right but in general the 765s are a better comparison to the Apex Pros - much more of a players cavity than a mid-handicap cavity.

[@stephenkenny7703]

Rick can you please do a video hitting all different balls like the prov1,prov1x taylormade tp etc and show us the difference between them?

[@RickShielsPGA]

Nice idea! Coming soon

[@sicilylive2203]

Rick Shiels Golf AND THE VICE BALL gotta fit it in there!!!!

[@chadsugden9340]

PLEASE! do this review!!!! also pretty please, put the callaway 2016 chrome soft in there on this ball review.... ill be here waiting patiently :)

[@derekelliott1026]

Add Snell in the mix as well! Would love to see the "cheap premium" (oxymoron) golf ball against gold standard!

[@Lowereast61]

I play the Callaway Apex CF16s and by far the best irons i have ever gamed, love them. The lofts are a little strong, but that suits my game. Great video Rick and keep them coming!

[@nerd9992]

Rick you are leading the Golf industry!

[@mastacator2739]

Would love to see this test with wedges. Perhaps even woods, hybrids, and balls as well some day. Some in depth review of some of the grinds and their uses would be great as well. Love it, keep up the great work as always!

[@whogg0521]

Brother, fantastic job and review. Love the graphical display of the results and how you highlighted it and let it expand up, the zoom in to the groupings...just great overall presentation.

[@adamshields1982]

So many of those shots are so pure. Looks amazing Rick!! I am getting lessons myself and its made the world of difference!!! I am hitting the ball further then I have ever hit it. 176 yard carry with an 8 iron for a 12 handicapper with RSi2 irons is nothing to complain about. Keep up the great work Rick!!! I always look forward to your videos every day. I cant wait for you and Peter to get over to Australia one day!!! I know ill be coming to see you guys without a doubt when you do

[@peterslaney7505]

Possibly the best head to head test EVER great video Rick

[@mortenlothe6893]

are you going to do a better player club vs (mizuno jpx 900 tour, callaway apex pro, srixon z 965) ????

[@rac2645]

Rick, finally someone is getting SCIENTIFIC in these "tests", not just opinion based, keep it up

[@ramirezcpa]

Great review as always but the Srixon club comparable to the other two is the Z765. The feel, spin characteristics and shot shape would have been more in par is testing with the Z765. BTW in the Golf WRX description of this video they classify all of this clubs as game improvement, only the 565 is. Will you test all the Srixon line?

[@keithn1]

one of the best tests you've ever done imo

[@christianjuhlin8906]

from what i know the callaway cf16 has more offset then the srixon.. i think that the human factor was the reason all the srixon shots did go left. great video btw !

[@charliegreen1533]

Brilliant video! I've been torn between the z565's and the jpx's for ages but the srixons for me are just different gravy

[@Quincy234]

Love all these. Keep it up Rick.

[@RickShielsPGA]

Thanks very much!

[@MrGodch1]

Thanks Rick, confirms my Apex's, but all seem close. Unlike you, I have a tester Mizuno Forged 7 iron, and although I've tried several shafts, I just can't make it go golfing. It's ok, but too marshmallow for me. Thanks again, love the comparison tests !

[@jasmirguaybergevin7498]

the 765 would've soothed your strikes better being a "better player" iron probably less offset

[@jasmirguaybergevin7498]

suited *

[@cedenson1ify]

another great video Rick. can't wait to see you hit the new Ping I that is coming out in February. Happy New Year from Mississippi!

[@TheBearsjunkie]

watched Tons of your video and enjoy all of them. You do detail awesome job and this may be one of the best video. I been all over Mizuno and bit obsessed by them but I will give serious thought callaway CF16 especially since I just purchased there UT the one you carry in your bad. Thank you again for all you do.

[@stuarthayes4679]

the z565 are more of a improvement players club, might be why it was more left, with a lower spin to give you the distance and forgiveness. maybe the z765 would of maybe been a slight better comparison. Food for thought.

[@joshuagonet3258]

I feel like the 765 would have been the club to test with those, 565 is the game improvement model.

[@canefan17]

Agree

[@shanewoolacott8740]

Great review Rick, love the look of that Srixon,

[@petergutenberger6367]

Keep up the awesome videos Rick! Really like these new types of videos!

[@simonwhite2890]

I'd like to see you compare the classic wedges with the type that help the player more. I struggle to hit the wedges that offer no or little weight in the back of the club.

[@kenattaway721]

like the tests...I really liked the tests you did on the range with Pete as camera man...

[@alanbrown8476]

I can't help feel that the Z765 should been in the test instead of the Z565.

[@johnuren1217]

Alan Brown I agree the 565 is more of a game improver club. It's more In line with the mizuno "hot metal " club.

[@scott-wright]

I'm 3 years into my switch to the Srixon Z565 and bloody love them. Maybe just more suited to mu swing?

[@philfye5934]

undeniable proof. what a great comparison. just awesome comparing apples to apples.

[@jacopronk3785]

I take this one for my fitting for new irons Thanks. Keep up !!!

[@WishayKillie]

Those Srixons are really nice looking clubs

[@stinger5112002]

Can you PLEASE do a review of the new Srixon Z565, Z765, and Z965 soon? I'm torn between the new Srixon irons and the new Mizuno JPX 900 range. Thanks for all of the great videos and keep up the great work, Rick!

[@nigelday001]

Excellent review Rick , thanks 😉🏌⛳️🍻

[@boxerdog5626]

Any future plans for testing the mizuno jpx 900 fairways? Considering the new mizuno or titleist.

[@bluffgubben]

I really enjoy these tests. Same as the head to hear driver comparison. It would be fantastic if you could hit your "gamer" or have the gamer comparison as well, like dobby testing. Keep up the good work! All the best to you and your family

[@caityseeley9088]

565, is the 765 not the mid capper club?

[@Firstlast-sp6qz]

If you're still doing wedges you could use titleist wedges, clevland golf wedges, and something like mizuno, taylormade, or cobra

[@randymahony6664]

Thanks Rick I've been waiting for this comparison. I'm thinking of getting a new set of irons and don't have the time to try every club out there.

[@charlieboylol527]

Hi Rick , have you tried Epic Forged and would you say they are better in price than PXG, thanks

[@randymahony6664]

Really like the same specs comparison. Would like to see an AP1 comparison . I'm thinking of getting fitted for the first time any suggestions?

[@danielatherton1659]

Hi Rick, I've been playing golf for about a year now. I'm currently using some titleist 822OS irons but I'm struggling to hit and lift the ball with them. Can you recommend a set which are more forgiving? Thanks

[@llgolf645]

Daniel Atherton ping g25 good price good irons nice forgiving really golf have them myself if not g25 look at other ping worth a look

[@danielatherton1659]

Louis Lacorne thank you, I'll have a look now

[@carnageeseavs]

Think the zed 765 would have been a better comparison for this test.

[@tonyrock7165]

Awesome review! Thanks Rick. Congrats on your resent score too!

[@ini1640]

How do you get the clubs?

[@3rdgroove]

He asks the manufacturers to send him demos to test for his channel. And many of them do it as it is free advertising for their products. In this specific case though WRX bent all three irons into the exact same specs and sent them to Rick.

[@elon1996]

Another great video.. The wedge test should be interesting.

[@Da.Onus.Burger.618]

Pre-beard Rick vids are so fun to watch! 🙌🏾

[@drew2nice83]

Great vid! I wonder if the differences in offset impacted it all. I have no clue about the specs of these clubs.

[@danielscott7978]

Rick how do I get more distance, I hit my driver about 220 on a good hit.

[@Sparklingwater1231]

Is it possible to do a comparison in the cheaper ball segment? Pinnacle Soft, Kirklamd, Snell etc?

[@kwamebrowner]

Awesome Test Rick! I wanted to know your take on the z565's. I have the z745s and even though they're forged they don't feel soft. I've been contemplating the Callaway CF16s but don't know if that's the best direction... I'll figure it out and thanks again for your reviews as always!

[@SupWill1505]

hey Rick, going back into the archives for this one. of the 3 tested here, do you recall which was the most forgiving?

[@CarolinaNomad]

Great video! Great comparison. I've been eyeing the same irons as well. But I'm concerned with the back spin. Do these generate less back spin as compared to other clubs with the same loft angle? Ie Jpx forged 8 iron compared to the jpx tour 7 iron. There is a deviation of 1 degree

[@4PMBLUESBAND]

Nice WIN for Srixon on ballspeed and distance ...... Rick i guess u didn't have much time to read up on the srixon 565 iron's INSERT face, which allows top ball speeds , and alters sound/feel slightly , material is called SUP10

[@lexxb6386]

will there be a review of the Srixon Z 765 irons? Really like those and would love to see your review of them. ..

[@zxgopher]

Would like to see this done with AP1 AP2 & MB or similar. Are blades really that bad ?

[@wallstreetoneil]

The Srixon was the only club delivering Dynamic Toe Up - the Callaway and Mizuno were slightly Toe-Down - dropping the Srixon 1 - 2 degree(s) more Toe Down likely would have straightened out the shots

[@davidmehigan9725]

Awesome video, you should continue this format

[@glennsmith7897]

At first glance it looks like you were coming more from the inside with the Srixon? Wouldn't that affect the flight as well with the left shots

[@kolt2928]

RICK Put a KBS C-taper in the wedges an face them against the stock shafts to see the change in spin from them 46 52 60 degree I think i would be a great test to see if the shaft really does matter on a wedge shot CHEERS

[@stephenmowforth3055]

which irons went the highest could not work it out too much data

[@danieljohnson450]

Great comparison test!

[@DustyDad63]

Dove back six years to find a jpx 900 review as I’ve just bought a second hand set… Rick without a beard and no guy makes this a very odd watch. Great content for the time though

[@ESikora12]

Lower dynamic loft and more draw spin will knock off some spin. Side note, if I got my irons back from adjustments with those marks on that back of the heads I would be super upset. If those clubs had been spec'd in my area I would be avoiding that place!

[@conwoody5864]

Ur swing has Improved so much

[@neilclarke3513]

This shows just how close the performance of clubs nowadays is, they are all almost the same, perhaps feel wins it!

[@tortelvis1]

what is your average swing speed for these 7 iron strikes?

[@shaneestill5361]

@rickShiels do you think the new v sole on the srixon had anything to do with the ball flight you were talking about? Just curious about your thoughts on it. Love the channel keep up the good work!

[@austinmeehan3522]

I love the look of the Mizunos!

[@davidlee2474]

Rick - why not do 12 with each then discard the worst two to account for mis-strikes?

[@helenavidal5536]

Hi Rick, love the reviews - when are you going to review the 765's and 965's - the clubs of the hottest player on the planet at the moment, Hideki Matsuyama?

[@mpnewson]

Awesome review Rick. Keep up the good work mate.

[@mortenisager6677]

Can you soon make a "whats in the bag" video. It is always nice to hear from a pro

[@mortenisager6677]

And maybe show which gloves you use

[@JDSFLA]

I know that you set up all the clubs exactly the same to create as fair a test as possible, but is may be that the Srizon needs a slight change to the lie angle. If I have a club that is consistently left or right, an adjustment to the lie angle is the first thing I do to straighten it out. The worst is a club that goes both ways.

[@P95-z5y]

Try get some Kirkland golf balls to test.$15 cheaper than pro vs per dozen

[@RickShielsPGA]

If anyone wants to send me some feel free!

[@TheMainMan123]

Rick Shiels Golf have got to say Rick your swing is looking better and better.No doubt Dan has improved your game

[@tommyfalcone6023]

Rick Shiels Golf are u still interested in the Kirkland signature golf balls?

[@matthewleahy12]

They don't sell them in the U.K. yet

[@tommyfalcone6023]

Matthew i know i live in the US and if Rick wanted any i have a dozen and would gladly send it to him.

[@Fraaz44]

will you be testing srixon's new line of clubs? Great vid rick.

[@jesusnevarez4461]

golfoholic87 I second that question, would really like your full review opinion

[@keithsunderland9079]

just bought a new set of Z765, they're pretty good!

[@Rikbo77]

Me too. Love them!

[@slatuszek1]

I would also like to see the new line from Srixon tested please.

[@gbass598]

I'd like to see a review as well. I have the Z565 Driver, F65 3W and H65 3H with the Miyazaki stiff shaft and I really like them all. I'd like to see Rick's thoughts on those woods.

[@N_gf109]

Really interesting video. Definitely should do more similar ones!

[@kevinfitzgerald7137]

Same spec test is the only true test when comparing different irons

[@williamwilson1769]

Great video. Will you ever do any reviews on Wilson staff products?

[@vivitoisright382]

sorry Rick, look at all the replies, you screwed up,should've used the Z 765. You need to redo the test,the Z 565 are for high handicap.

[@sehnaz1]

Z565 is for mid to lower handicapper. Id say from about 14 down to mid single figure players. Z765 for single figure players.

[@ashleywalker3611]

wedges smash factor and strike location verses distance loss always seem to lose distance with wedges due to striking abit higher then I should would be instresting to test the sm6 on cg location also vs a cleveland rtx3

[@lucifuge777]

love your reviews rick. thanks

[@Try2Tri]

Rick, could you for once please notice the standard deviation. The clubs produce the same numbers within the error of the measurement. The only that's real is the bunching of the Srixon to the left. But then again, have a look at the standard deviation of the left/right deviation from target line. There's not much in it. That to me is the whole message of these videos. For me it would be good if you would mention it yourself. Cheers!

[@KOSELKE23]

Rick great video, can you do a head to head with one length iron? Sterling and Corba

[@keithfinley2939]

Hey Rick! Bummer you're missing qualifying. Next year.... QFTO The Comeback! It would be great to watch you rebuild your game...

[@absolutraj]

thanks so much for doing this. very helpful.

[@Spanish-bx3tl]

Rick could u please do a video about Hip Rotation during the downswing

[@sicilylive2203]

Srixon's irons look better and better I swear