I didn’t expect THIS golf club to go in my bag!

[@Cna90]

This feels like a therapy session with Rick convincing himself to use the hybrid lol. I think it's time for a few fine-tuning lessons. You've tinkered with your swing all season and changed things that made you a lot stronger with irons and wedges, and now need some fine-tuning with the top end of the bag using lessons. It's amazing how everyone goes through it. I went through a similar journey this season. Granted, it might have been due to watching your videos, and following your journey; I now have lost confidence on the top end of the bag and need some lessons with the season ending for us.

[@goldenarm009]

Don't get discouraged, buddy. This is what every single golfer goes through. That's why we love you Rick.

[@georgemanners2575]

Tell you what, I’ve had a real shit day today, and just coming to this video has made me smile and just take my mind off things Thank you Rick 🫡

[@craigbrook2819]

I would love to see a video of Rick having a lesson. Ive had lessons myself at different levels of my play. I would be curious to see what a lesson would look like for someone with the capablities Rick has. Correct me if I am wrong but hasnt Rick also commented that he struggles with his shots going left, which is present in this video. I would be interesting to see to process of working on this and how to work on something such as this. Im sure this would make not only an interesting video but also be very informative to many viewers.

[@The-OC]

Rick had a lesson with Claude Harmon, that's a really good watch. It's on his main channel I believe.

[@ianmcallister8535]

He has a bunch of lessons on the main channel with Dan Webster.

[@kentalbertawrex]

its a deep dive into rick’s channel but there’s a lot to see.

[@AhmedAnassofu]

Rick learning what most older golfers knew a decade ago... Hybrids are easier to hit, great out of the rough, choked down punch shot to get out of trouble. plus and minuses with everything but, hybrids come out on top for most golfers

[@tannershane6491]

Got a 4 hybrid rogue max I absolutely love . My go to club right now off the tee . Can hit it 250 in middle to fairway off tee and anywhere from 200 -230 off the ground . The slower the further . Learning this with my hybrid the more intentional I’m at slowing my pace the more I hit the absolute piss out of it

[@Idle_Koala]

100%. I’ve only been playing for two years. Putting a hybrid in the bag helped me start to break 90 consistently. Mostly because of that choke down punch shot that gets me out of trouble but still gives me a chance at par or bogey.

[@Daniel189HLL]

Decent bump and run club too

[@TMar1961]

I started carrying a 4, 5, 6 hybrid and my handicap went from 18 to 13. They are just so much easier to hit with from every lie than an iron.

[@michealpruitt8599]

Switched long irons to hybrids years ago, every pro on tour has at least one hybrid!! Simply put it back in your stance for a low shot, it's not that hard, and you've snap hooked your long irons since I've been watching you, it's a good move.

[@ianmcallister8535]

Even I your prime 2 iron days you reviewed the TM GAPR and out of the 3 (hi- mid- low) you surprised yourself with which one you preferred. Being a 2 iron guy you thought it would be low all the way. Yet preferred the mid as it was so versatile. And discounted the hi as you “didn’t” like hybrids. TM still make albeit updated this club as the Sim, Stealth and now P-DHYs are just minor variations except the P-DHY looks a hell of a lot better than its predecessors. I’d love to see you go DHY as it more forgiving than your P790 3/4 iron and you can keep them down more than a hybrid. I have a Frankenstein of GAPR 3 Mid @18deg and Sim DHY 4 @22 at the top of my bag and love them.

[@TWTexasA1]

Ya man get on board…..I love my hybrids as a senior player I don’t even carry an iron below a 6 anymore just the 3,4,5 hybrids. Like you said sometimes I’ll top them a bit but at least not like I use to do with my long irons I tended to hit them thin or fat much to often…I’m so thankful for todays hybrids ..👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@mdx9286]

Great stuff, mate. I recently pulled my old steel-shafted Cleveland Golf Halo 2i and 3i hybrids from circa 2009 out of the rafters and stuffed them back in the bag. I took out my Taylormade 5 metal and Hybrid. I forgot how accurate I was with the Halos. Sometimes, what's old is new again.

[@Mr3Puttt]

Put a stealth 2 3 hybrid in the bag for the gap … and absolutely love it! So much that I got a 4 hybrid. The 3 hits rockets … low fairway finders. My 4 I feel is more versatile. I can hit it low or put it up in my stance and get quite a bit of extra height and can get it to land pretty soft into the green. Cheers Rick 🍻

[@BobbysMoney640]

Love the club change👏 Also, can you review Bettinardi’s new putters when they come out?

[@brannenlive]

I don't get on with hybrids. Something about them I just struggle with. I've had a 7 wood in the bag for the last 6 months. It's been my favourite club. Fit's pretty well for me between 4 iron and 3 wood.

[@andyukh1625]

Great comment, I sold my cobra forged tech 3 iron, bought a mint never been hit cobra f9 7 wood, super versatile short / long hits a breeze, changed my game to handicap dropping slowly…………. More tour players / amateurs using them know finally knowing the benefits of the club 😉

[@mgibuk]

I've got the cobra hybrid with the baffler rails and I really like it. I feel like I can chuck the kitchen sink at it and not hit a bad shot. I've also played some great shots out of trouble with it. It's great for nutting one out of the trees and getting it down there.

[@koryferencz7391]

My 3-hybrid is my favorite club in the bag. When the driver is not finding fairways, I can pull it out and get 250 down the middle every time and turn things around.

[@jimhowell4282]

Rick, I don't really know what about the twist face that you don't like but going back and watching your videos. You hit the Qi10 really well. After watching your troubles in South Carolina. I am finding it hard to believe that you would not take another chance in playing it???

[@shredb4dead]

I’m doing the same. Dumped the 3 iron I used to hit and ordered the tour rescue 4 as I’m only looking for a club to go 220-240yards. My TM mini driver goes 250-265 Then I’m going to get fitted for a driver in February to hopefully cover 270- 300+ Finally getting the top of my bag sorted , I hope.

[@parkerlewallen5878]

I’m struggling with the gapping at the top end of the bag as well. This has been a constant issue in my golf bag since I started playing with 4 wedges instead of 3. The current gapping club between 3W (15 deg) and 4I (24 deg) is 5W (19.5 deg), and that’s been the best option so far. It always seems like I wish I had one more slot. 😢

[@tcofield1967]

I have a Stealth 2H that has turned into my go to club both off the tee and on those long fairway shots. I still have a 3 wood in the bag but the 2H is only about 10 yards shorter and to be honest I use it at least three times more than that club. If I didn't love my 3 wood so much as a club I probably would retire it. But I can do more with the 2H and that stinger you like is something that even I (a very mediocre golfer) can do.

[@gerhardprasent3358]

My hybrid 22° is my favorite club, I use it from the tee for shorter distances, from fairway/rough and also "putting" from off the green, usually much closer than chipping. I asked myself for a long why you and others don't have one in the bag. 😃

[@obRCmania]

This might be more of having a higher handicap but I've moved away from hybrids and use a 5 and 7 wood. There now my favourite clubs to use. Just curious of your opinions of them and whether you would consider putting them in the bag for yourself

[@nathanterry511]

Same. I have driver 5w 7w then 6i to PW.

[@RuckusOutfitters]

my hybrid is a golf weapon, Makes it so easy to hit high draws and fades or low stinging hooks and cuts to get out of trouble and back in the fairway if needed.

[@johnmarshall8522]

I used to love playing long irons (1 & 2!), but now I’m 55, I have 17, 21 & 25 degree hybrids. I’m beginning to prefer the 25 to my 5 iron as just so much more consistent and extremely high flying for soft landing shots of about 190-200.

[@recneps8672]

I started bagging a 3 hybrid 15 or so years ago and couldn't imagine playing without it anymore. Stealth 2 is what im on now and it's a great club but my all time favorite hybrid was the cobra baffler. Loved that club so much and had it stolen sadly

[@edge21str]

I did the opposite. Went from a hybrid to a 3 iron. Feel much better with it. Confidence is higher and I feel like I'm striking it better. It's been a joy off the tee. I've yet to reach a green but the same can be said about my hybrid. It also feels much more like the rest of my irons. With my hybrid, I always felt like I had to manufacture a swing because when I tried just using the same swing I did with my irons, it didn't seem to give good results.

[@gigatron2008]

I recently ditched the 4i to 4Hyb half way through last season (played 59 rounds total). Its so much more forgiving and I tend to hit a lot of rough 2nd shots. Playing more difficult courses with slope ratings 131-140. Last 12 rounds I also removed my 5wood and replaced it with a 3Hyb. Same result. Way more consistent. Im sold on Hybrids and debating switching my 5i to a 5Hyb next spring!

[@sharpjm85]

I had D, 3W, 2hybrid, 4-PW for years. I could not get my muscle memory to remember the different swings I needed for all the different clubs. When I was hitting it well, the hybrid was amazing. But it required a swing unique to all other clubs in the bag. Eventually I also lost consistency with my 3W. So finally about 1 year ago I dropped 2H for a 5W and since that swing is so similar to a 3W swing I can finally consistently hit both 3W and 5W now. If I could've gotten my brain to keep all the shot types I would still prefer a hybrid to fill the 3W to long iron gap, but for me it will be 5W for the foreseeable future.

[@stephenchrishanson]

When you're striking it well any club is magical, but on those days when nothing seems to be working, a hybrid/wood will not punish you as much. Most players need far more hybrids/woods in their bags. Look at Fred Couples current bag of clubs... his longest iron is a 7. And Fred is still pretty strong, he hits driver 285... most average golfers can't hit that far (or accurate).... so why are they out there trying to smash a 3/4/5/6 iron. Make things easier for yourself, get more hybrids/woods.

[@robertbarnes1226]

Very amusing video Ric, so true to life. I did the same last year and took my 2 iron out the bag and replaced it with a 3 hybrid. I also put a Stealth DHY in place of my 4 iron. Have you thought of trying a DHY. I’m a member of 2 golf clubs ones over 7000 yds but quite generous on fairways the other is only 5700 from the white tees but narrow. I swear by my DHY on that course as it’s metronomic straight.

[@Iamwrongbut]

What the fudge is a DHY?

[@16pennynails]

Good stuff, Rick! Hey, no worries on the simulator it only matters out on the course. That hybrid club was gold in a recent match you played.

[@enriqao20]

I took my 3wood (235-240) out of the bag and out a 17° hybrid bumped it down to 16° (225) yeah I lost 15 yards of distance but I feel way more comfortable on top of it and I can hit it off the deck 9/10 instead of 6/10 with my 3W. You might not like the look of it but if it helps you stay consistent with your game why not!

[@26japrey]

You hit the hybrid far more consistently even though you were missing the green. Hybrids are great once you get used to them. Very versatile. Although I will agree it’s tougher to keep them low

[@BetaGolfer]

Thanks for making such honest and relatable content Rick. I really struggle with confidence on the course. When my mind is right, I play to my potential, when it's not I'm god awful. I completely relate to getting clubs that make you feel confident (having just replaced my entire bag for the first time). Even if the results aren't wildly different, they create a gateway to improvement and that's huge! Ignore the armchair warriors who apparently have all the answers. Trust your choices, they've gotten you this far! ❤

[@ryang1910]

I have always played titleist hybrids. This year I ended up with a Taylormade rescue. Only negative it wasn’t adjustable. Besides that, great hybrids

[@CMGOLF40]

Hey Rick, I was the same way I now have a 4 hybrid and a 4 rescue and they both are amazing for me. I use my 4 hybrid for off the tee and fairway and 4 rescue for the rough and if I need to hit a higher shot. My 4 rescue is really cool since it hangs in the air for 8 seconds and travels 220 yards.

[@MrImpossible86]

What's the difference between a rescue and a hybrid?

[@CMGOLF40]

@MrImpossible86 the difference between my two clubs is the hybrid isn't as lofted and has a smaller head, and my rescue has a bigger more forgiving face with more loft. It's about a 4 or 5 degree loft difference.

[@stephendibari5010]

Shape of this tour Hybrid is nearly identical to my TSR3 4H. Love the shape. I get Great versatility and performance out of it.

[@Mijetify]

Seems like your miss “leaky left hook” isnt anywhere near as prominent with the hybrid. I think it will make a noticeable difference, and can mitigate situations where those go too far left and it ends up a little chip to the green instead.

[@andrewarszulowicz1380]

The proximity w the hybrid is far better than the 3 iron. Which from that from is what really matters. This is why I started using 5 woods and 7 woods. I ain’t perfect everytime but I am for sure closer to the green than I am w a 3 and 4 iron. And I don’t always have a perfect lie, so the bigger head just makes it easier

[@Daniel189HLL]

Finch loves his, no wonder Rick's followed suit. Surprised it took so long to be honest. By the way, well done at Solina pal, your short game is so much better and your putter has to stay for good!

[@michaelmontgomery5525]

The Qi10 Tour hybrid is difficult to use, it’s not forgiving and requires a near centre strike all the time. The standard one which is more forgiving goes further . All the Tour offers is an adjustable hosel.

[@DrewJZ]

I recently did the same bag change with a 5h and 4h using the stealth 2 head. It's easily the best looking at address, and I can do whatever I went with the clubs. I've never been a hybrid guy, but stealth 2 is a cheat code. Qi10 looks weird to me.

[@RizKhan94]

I bet if you took the same number of shots with the 3/4 iron, the same consistency and dispersion wouldn’t be there. For me there’s a night and day difference in the way you hit both, putting the hybrid in the bag is a huge plus (imo). Lovinggg the content recently, especially the real longerrr format stuff, the major was epic!!

[@philip9175]

currently playing 3 & 4 hybrids and they are awesome, so easy to hit in alot of situations

[@kilo2486]

Love the videos Rick. I think this channel was a good idea! If gear tinkering is your passion, i can see why you made this channel!

[@Ghost-Of-Kyiv-]

I don't get along with them either except the Paradym with rails. It's a monster. 4 hybrid is like 230. Your get the ball in the air easier with the low iron with a softer flex graphite shaft . Especially out the rough.. Wait til you hit your 40's Rick lol. It doesn't get easier, ehy make this game harder.

[@kentalbertawrex]

pete has a hybrid or 2 in his setup- Rick played recently with his old buddy pete who is playing good golf, is a brit and comes from a similar background- well good enuf for pete then good enuf for me. good on you for tipping your nose down a bit from your traditional view.

[@SvingitGolf]

This season I gamed the Taylormade M1 2017 19* hyberid lofted down to 17.5*. That hybrid was a rocket.

[@maka1177]

Great perspective on options and keeping an open mind. The hybrid suits you so don’t talk yourself out of it.

[@skimtb4887]

That is the toughest hole in the bag. Please try or review the qi10 7 wood! It’s been a game changer for me. I go 4 iron to qi10 core 7 wood then stealth 2 plus 5 wood. Plus 5 wood is like a 3 wood for me…Almost as long but way more accurate and consistent distance with the shorter shaft

[@RandyHaggis1982]

The hybrid approach for your eagle was class

[@kevinmacfarlane4872]

Substitute your set 4 iron with a more forgiving hollow head 4 iron. That way you can have both of these clubs. Might head to find a hollow headed 4 iron that isn't as strong as the P790s though.

[@montegustafson5142]

One thing I did not hear you mention in terms of versatility of the hybrid is (also) the ability to putt with it in certain lies around the green. Perhaps better than chipping? PS - Are you sure that the shaft setting is right (might be too stiff)?? MG

[@bradglawson4395]

Rick!! Did u know from 230/240 yards out on approach shots The tour average for proximity to the hole is over 60 feet So tbh your ability to get it near the green or maybe a tad further away is very respectable Take a look at your mate Peter finch Good golfer great ball striker He’s proximity to the hole with a wedge From 120/100 Is over 40 feet

[@nealfreeman01]

Not that you are going to look, but the Callaway UW does everything. Low offset, you can hit every shot you want to hit and super hot off the face.

[@andyman127]

you would be crazy bases on these shots not to hit the hybrid... the land angle is so much better, and the dispersion is 15 yards better - both length and side. With your club head speed there is no chance that your consistently utilizing what is effectively an old school 2 iron. Heck, even Tiger starting implementing a 5 wood (which is a similar tool).

[@thebeautifulgame64]

Taylormade R7 CGB 3-5 hybrids are so good, I swear by them. Super easy to hit, and typically go straight.

[@paulwalker8113]

Love my Callaway 2H. Leave the ego alone and appreciate how they help a score card

[@ErriNight]

6:37, You were saying? 😂😂 Couldn't manufacture this edit better, honestly.

[@ErriNight]

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[@Drudabomb_]

I have the p790s and the 4 iron in the set isn’t that hard to hit… I guess personal preference plays a big role in it too cause I like the look of it

[@kevjak357]

I have the same type of "no man's land" between my 3W & 5i. I put a 2i in and can't hit a hybrid for the life of me. I leaning very heavily towards a 7w.

[@ultimatejay]

I have problems with hybrids going left. Can you adjust lie angle to make it more fade bias. Also you may want to try a 7 wood

[@SteveFromStockport]

At the range: "Right, last 3 balls, let's finish with 3 good shots...". Some moments later: "Another hundred balls please". Always relatable, Rick! 😁

[@JT-gy5wc]

You are so funny sometimes….”maybe I am not that good”. That was really funny!

[@chrissquire7902]

Had the same No Man’s Land problem for ages. After a very comprehensive fitting I’ve just gone to a 6 wood and it’s a game changer!

[@RaneStari]

Same thing. I use a 7 wood turned down.

[@chrissquire7902]

@ I’ve got Titleist GT2 5 wood head, lofted right up but with a 7 wood shaft. Rapidly become my favourite club in the bag.

[@christopherwilson7004]

I'm in love with my TSR1 20° goes about 240 to 250 and my 25° TSR1 goes about 225 to 235. I can get all the shape I want. And tons easier on miss hits than my 4 Iron and A 3 Iron. Had a Callaway VFT Hawkeye 7 heaven wood. Longer shafts. Used to be my favorite club in the bag. 235 to 245. Range. Replaced it with the TSR1's

[@wadepreston3401]

Your pattern was tighter with the hybrid. But you may want to try a 7 wood too

[@tomdirks7914]

Hey Rick, why don’t you try the cobra King Tec Hybrid? I have it in the bag and absolutely love it!! You have multiple weights you can move around which gives you a lot of versatility. Give it a try!!

[@shengweiliu3941]

I am relatively new to golf. I want to know how does hybrid helps with issue with slicing or hooking in Rick's case. It's all about face angle and path right? Hybrid only helps if it is shorter right? I can see its advantage in the rough and all, but I can't see why rick's hitting the hybrid straighter

[@bernard0camp0s]

I was just mentioning to my brother that the hybrid did wonders for your game during the South Carolina trip

[@jwin2023]

Many clubs have been in and out of my bag. Take a page from Fred Couples, the longest iron in his bag is a 6 iron.

[@MikeMalkowski]

They're called rescue clubs for a reason. They're made to be played from bad lies. That's why you feel they play better from the rough. If you need that, put it in your bag and learn to use it from the good lies too.

[@jakeaimshigh3241]

My hybrid 5 is so nice to use and get really good distance

[@shadyzz9549]

5 years ago I replaced my 3 & 4i with a 4 hybrid. It works as 2 clubs and is insanely accurate & consistent for me. Everything from 210-240 yd shots are easy to manage… Best move I ever made.

[@dibnah46]

Looks pretty much like the stealth 2 plus hybrid. Ive got a 4 and its a beast

[@javiervigil2511]

It's amazing, that's an Adams in a TM logo.

[@Slim.Swainy]

I have a non adjustable Wilson 2 hybrid I accidentally bought off eBay for $40 aud. Best club in the bag, 220m carry, barely need a driver as I’m more accurate

[@michzar1978]

Compliments for the Major! Is it the club you used for the second shot when you got the eagle??

[@grantlinstead7987]

I tend to go through a honeymoon phase with hybrids. Then after this honeymoon phase, I tend to hook the crap out of hybrids. This doesn't happen with irons or fairway woods.

[@golfbbqandwatches]

Had a SIM2 Rescue a few years back. Not the best purchase I’ve ever made. Felt good in the store on the simulators, got it out on the course and never got on with it. I persisted for several months then gave up. Hated it. Swapped it for a 5 wood and never looked back.

[@williamkerner]

Your swing looks a little easier using a hybrid, it appears with your iron shots they look to be more stressed. I think your probably "pressing" a little, which can often cause some erratic swing results.

[@chadode9048]

dispersion was WAY WAY better with the hybrid. nice move

[@Daleo94]

Are you going to review the odyssey zero torque range of putters? Be interesting to see the difference between these are the others on the market considering the price point and potential availability in most pro shops etc

[@paramedicbarber974]

Could you do a video of now a hybrid v a 7 wood as it seems a lot of golfers are moving to a 7 wood and getting rid of their hybrids?

[@BrettWaldemar]

I wonder if you have ever hit the Mizuno JPX Fli Hi ? with a normal steel shaft it's almost a direct iron replacement club.... Being shorter than a normal Hybrid

[@kevintuerk4337]

What do you think about 5 woods and 7 woods? Like fp was using them a lot but I don’t know anyone that plays them.

[@brianmyers4195]

I go back and forth between a 4 iron and a 7 wood. The 7 wood launches quite high. Whereas the 4 iron is much easier to keep down. The 7 wood is easy to hit out of the rough. Wheras I won't even try to hit a 4 iron out of the rough

[@Beergoggled]

Confidence is everything after talent.

[@robgom777]

I know your a traditionalist and a creature of habit. I was the same. I recently tried a 7 wood (always a 2 iron player myself) and I would have never thought I would have put it in the bag! I find the 7 wood is even more versitle than even the hybrid. When Tour players are swapping to 7 woods and 9 woods (in some cases), makes you wonder if they are in fact a better option for everyone else. COnsidering you play in the UK mostly, that would be the only reason I see you not considering a fairway wood over a hybrid.

[@3nCounting]

He was convinced when he saw George and Wesley Bryan, Grant Horvat, FP and Peter Finch ALL using hybrids at Solina GC!!!

[@martynrollo800]

Rick I love my wilson staff c300 5 wood to the point I don't have a 3 wood anymore it has a low bullet flight 180...220 meters gave u looked at a 5 wood for yourself?

[@jakesells2379]

Why not pull up the dispersion rings for each club? It really helps see the difference.

[@fretless05]

It always amazes me how similar the current Taylormade hybrids look to the old Adams Super 9031 from 2013. Small shallow head, squared off toe, speed slot, weight on the bottom... I mean, if it's not broken, don't fix it, right?

[@LojikPrie5t]

They may be the same shot... The difference is the years and years of practice with the three iron, and the new addition of the hybrid. Get some practice in with the hybrid and see where Peak performance is

[@fremason91]

That club is a beaut, want one

[@paulsilverston5188]

Wonder how a carbon shafts in the 3i would work? Perhaps time to move from steel shaft?

[@Mbsmoothe]

Go for the 7 wood!

[@Eric-xq8ur]

Hi Rick, have you reviewed the titlest U-505 utility irons? My 505 3 iron got me the feel and the distance I was missing.

[@ianmcallister8535]

He had one in the bag for awhile. (See the series when Bob Does Sports comes to Scotland). He was in love with it. Then wasn’t.

[@amalfi460]

Rick the 3 hybrid is working great you kicked ass in America for the KZbin championship

[@bryansmith7490]

Stick with the hybrid; you hit it much more consistently.

[@Sethamphetamine93]

5 wood is king for that spot in the bag

[@billbing6415]

Have you tried the larger grips last time you did you said you found it hard to hit it left

[@jim60631]

Taylormade buys Adams for patents and designs - they eventually release the Qi10 Tour rescue, everyone who still has an Adams Iidea Pro/XTD hybrid in the bag goes "huh that looks familiar."

[@jdmansec]

Haha. The Irons were bad. The hybrids were okay. It's simple... Swap the 3i to a hybrid or 7W and get some lessons 😆