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Hi I’m Rick Shiels, welcome to my channel! This KZbin channel is designed to help you play better golf, also to help you enjoy your golf more!
I specialise in golf equipment reviews, golf instruction & I play against some of the best golfers in the world!
I also want to make you play better golf by providing coaching video on all topics about golf, how to fix your slice, fix your hook, help you drive the golf ball longer, hit your irons more pure, hit your irons closer to the hole and help you draw and fade your golf shots.
I will also help you lower your score by chipping better by stopping you duff and thin chips, pitch the ball closer and also create backspin. Also I will provide you help to putt better and hole more putts!

[@user-eb6wq1vi8j]

Great Vid Rick! Could you pin me its my b-day

[@RickShielsPGA]

NO.

[@adamsnoahhh]

@@RickShielsPGA😭😭

[@Kingslayer912]

⁠@@RickShielsPGAdamn😂😂

[@GarryBruce1]

Savage lol love it

[@GarryBruce1]

Savage love it lol

[@stingingjwc]

“That should be phenomenal” as it rolls off the back of the green lol 😂

[@SteveNinetyski]

Phenominally similar to all of his short game😂😂 25 years of golf and the man still can't hit chips😂

[@fontyyy]

40 yard chip lands it 6' from the hole and expects it to stop, who do you think you are? Bloody Phil Mickelson with a 60° and god given talent?

[@kooijbas]

Followed by: "this is going to require some great skill" as he duffs one 3 feet. (still a great round Rick)

[@nakoloc1040]

Hey Kal-El … to some of us “mere mortals”, clubs that go too high and too far, sound like a dream come true!

[@adamkondracki3201]

​@@fontyyy funny you should say something along those lines...I am lefty. I'm not Phil Mickelson. And I am most definitely HIM with a wedge in my hands 😉 I've broken many a heart in a skins game with my 60 degree wedge 😅 Its disgusting to be frank. In the best way possible, It's diabolical. .But words are just words. And who would even watch if I did post videos 😂 But some random ppl are that good. And they're not pros. It drives my brother nuts how I can take weeks to months, or even years off and come back and just shoot mid to upper 80s after a long hiatus 🙃 This year, I'm actually trying to go twice a week. Last few years been hectic. New puppy. House projects etc..This year. . .Is MY year 😊 It's the best medicine getting back into golf consistently ❤❤ Total mood booster 😊😊 anyways, Your point is still valid. And just like everybody I have my strengths on the course and my weaknesses. But a wedge is something I get such pleasure from. It's always on. Always... Now because I posted this. I'm sure my next round I'll flub it 😂😂 Anyways, cheers! Have a great season 👍

[@davidnobbs9455]

As someone who played with a full set of hybrids for a number of years I used to carry a "normal" gap wedge and lob wedge for shots around the green and bunkers. Also, work your yardages out on a driving range!

[@jemiller226]

Bingo. I have a 52, 56, and 60 in my bag along with a boatload of hybrid irons. It seems like Rick was intentionally handicapping himself here for the sake of content.

[@tommyfraz.]

@@jemiller226Rick could have saved at least 4 strokes with traditional wedges, and that was just the first 2 holes.

[@robsengahay5614]

Yes. I have been using a set of Cleveland hybrid irons for years but they look less and less like hybrids as you progress to the shorter clubs. I happily use the hybrid SW out of bunkers and within 100 yards of the green but I have also bought 50 and 60 degree wedges

[@KissellMissile]

Clearly this was meant to be a fun novelty video just to put out some content. Can't blame him for not "working out his yardages" given that.

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

It's amazing how hindsight is always 20-20, huh? You 30 handicap hackers always seek to know exactly what Rick should have done. I think all of you should start your own KZbin Golf channel and see how many subscribers you will get with your Break 100 videos every Friday. Lol

[@youtuberson]

Tom Morris - "One of the Fathing Founder of golf"

[@danielmills3186]

haha, robinson is the worst for word salad tho.

[@Lamster66]

Not a rich man then?

[@ThePhilorama]

A new Rickism is born

[@The-OC]

So ole Tom Morris found a farthing, not a lot of money, yet he was the richest man, for he was out playing golf and that is priceless..!

[@rangerofthenorth2850]

Made me LOL too 😂

[@tommyfraz.]

I’ve been paired up with a few older gentlemen, that were using all hybrids. They had no issue from the sand, or any shorter shot. It just takes time to get used to them.

[@ashtonstephens3587]

This is exactly why I love watching Rick’s content. I love seeing him play golf in interesting and unique ways. I haven’t watched a full video of him playing regular golf in a while. To me this is peak Rick Shiels. I love watching him try new things on the golf course.

[@SteveNinetyski]

You need to get out of your bedroom a bit more Ashton. Try talking to a girl or something.

[@xTRUExiNsANiTYx]

I agree. I liked Rick the best when he was doing challenges and using funky equipment. Nothing against Rick, but he’s just not good enough or entertaining enough for me to watch him play a full round of “normal” golf

[@JazzmasterFunk]

One thing I will always defend about Rick, is that every video I've ever watched by him, he's never sold himself out. If he does poorly with a packaged set, he'll let us know. And I don't remember a single instance when I've had to mash the fast forward button because he's inserted a 30-45 second advert in the middle of his round. One thing you can truly rely on Rick for is the ability to hit play and truly sit back and chill for the full duration of his round 👍

[@oafsonbikes]

Another awesome video Rick. I think the key to these are for newbie’s like me (I have the Ram hybrid set). I can slow down my swing and have better control but still hit a decent distance. Interesting enough the Ram set has a standard 56 sand wedge and I’ve added a standard 60 lob wedge as well.

[@crk2288]

Great video, as always. Suggestion: maybe get a general idea of how far the clubs will go before starting the round. Hit a few off your launch monitor. The point of the video is "do these make golf easier". Answer - not if you fly every green by 20 yards bc it's too much club.

[@Nation1A1List]

Maybe a yardage session before playing would have been handy 🤔

[@samueltaylor7354]

wants to break par on the back 9 but cant do it with his regular clubs....

[@chassis1651]

@@samueltaylor7354lmfao you have multiples comments on this channel and EVERY one is negative, yet you watch every video 🤷‍♂️

[@fontyyy]

Chipping and round the green even with something like Cleveland HB's which are all hollow takes practice, if you catch it right in the middle it pops off like you've swung 20% faster, if you catch it out of the bottom, it's just normal. I game the old Cleveland Highbores, but I've got traditional 8i and lower.

[@mikestanley4457]

@@samueltaylor7354😂😂

[@robertevans3844]

A chilled out, happy Rick, nice one

[@paulsullivan6409]

Great video and content. Interesting points about hybrids and how useful they can be in the bag. Thank you RS

[@dangrant7271]

So much fun… love to see Rick relaxed and enjoying it

[@ScottJThornton]

Good video, Rick. I like having a 4H and 5H in place of my long irons (never really hit them well), but keep my short irons and wedges for a bit more control and spin when I’m in closer.

[@collinadams4707]

I love my Cleveland launcher halo XLs, though I carry 3 wedges too. As a high handicapper they give some much confidence, highly recommend them. Glad to see Rick giving hybrids a plug.

[@jameswilliamson4469]

I feel like this goes to show when you're having fun and not expecting alot you play your best! keep it up m8

[@ThisGuyHasFootballSkills]

love them so much love fun vids pls do more of these like funny like no serious videos Thks keep it up!

[@Justinvan1097]

Really enjoyed a video of Rick just out on the course having a good time!

[@SteveFromStockport]

Loving the on course review. Clearly, hybrids, up to 9, plus proper wedges would benefit many golfers! Eye-opening. Bravo Rick!

[@hb-ze4ug]

Nice set o' clubs Rick and that was a cool round. Been using hybs for almost 2 years now, Full set 3-PW combined with cavity back wedges. I'll never touch another set of regular irons nor my other sets of blade wedges (gave'em away anyways, LOL). They're easier to hit from ANY turf, go longer, higher and flight straight. If needed there's no problem working the ball or hitting'em under the wind or trees. And yar right, they're lighter. I lov'em! Weird thing is I used to aim at the trees to get outta the woods, I mean, you gotta be so good to hit a tree aiming at it, most likely it would be a miss, but with hybrids it's different as you'll hit the darn tree not 2 outta 3, but 3 outta 2 every time! Gladly nowadays these guys keep me away from the woods LOL

[@kevos65]

Great to seeing you having fun Ricky, can't wait to see you and Pete going head to head.. Need more of the four amigos in the near future.. 18 hole stroke play.. The longer the videos the better 🙂

[@stevealino2899]

Another awesome video Rick and great to see you on form again, thanks for the upload 👍🏻❤️

[@X00000370]

Nice play! You should do a "Break 75" on one of the courses where you didn't with a set of Hybrid Irons but keeping your SW and LW in the bag. That could be a fun test of these game improvement clubs.

[@katiebashunboxings8524]

Hey rick i damaged my shoulder a coupler years ago and thought golf was over as I can't swing full any more. Hybride irons have brought the love of the game back to me. Take a bit of getting used to but love them. Great vide

[@bowl816]

I bought a full set of hybrids about 18 months ago. The Lazrus black and silver hybrids, 2-PW. I actually missed my irons. I am older mid 60’s and fairly new to golf. I agree the wedges just don’t seem right as a hybrid, but getting used to them, I have added a gap hybrid by Adams to the set. Normally I gap them though, playing the odds or the evens with my driver. I like to carry a 7 & 9 iron in the bag, with a traditional PW.

[@kevingowdy3651]

Enjoyed this one. Something light hearted and a bit different. Great to watch but would have preferred a break 75 with them.👏

[@carsonjewett3349]

Cleveland golf did the same thing but it gets more progressively like a hybrid the longer the club gets. Might wanna try that, bc the wedges and shorter irons are more normal

[@Jmooney503]

Great video Rick, love to see that you are having fun. Cheers mate

[@nathanialcollier1784]

Hot take, I think above 15 handicaps should have hybrids up to the PW then a thick soled SW. Makes striking the ball and the game overall easier in my opinion. Plus the hybrid PW could be the main chipping club since it’s hard to fat, as well most people can’t and don’t need to hit high soft chips very often except in bunkers which is where the SW comes in. It’s what I and several friends started with and we all went roughly from scoring 110-120 to low 90s in 2-3 months. Getting a ball in play and with good course management is more important so playing with something easy to hit is the way to go. Love the videos like these Rick

[@brendanwilkens7853]

Love the video. Personally would love to see some of the other hybrid irons from more well known brands such as the Cobra, Wilson or Cleveland models.

[@coobay4786]

Ping have the 2 thru 7 hybrids.

[@AquariumFun-sy2jt]

Great video. I loved how much you seemed to be enjoying yourself.

[@pfoutsmn]

Quality content from RS.

[@davidbannerman4359]

Back in 1977 I played a round with another fellow who had all wood clubs. His wedge was about 8 inches long due to the slope of the face and the bottom was curved to match the arc of of swing. Even his putter had a wood head.

[@garyosborne8906]

Great video, Rick. Love your “experimental” content. Gives us all something to think about but mostly it is just fun. I wouldn’t expect many to change to playing with hybrids exclusively but perhaps there is a place for one or a few in every bag.

[@svenlaurijsen]

Great switch from the claw grip! Working well!

[@bradleyburkertgolf955]

Half way through the video and you just made me laugh out loud, tapping the pitching wedge saying "keep it warm" hahahaha

[@markw468]

Great fun video but you’d need to put a proper 56 or 60 in the bag for round the greens!

[@weeronnie100]

Great video enjoyed that.....and hopefully see the Wilson's in the bag soon 👍

[@kevinmontgomery1054]

My first set of clubs had hybrids 4-6. They were fantastic. I've watched several other golf you tubers try hybrids and they all concur with you: hybrids are great for 3-9 but then switch to real wedges.

[@richarddurek3130]

I have the Thomas Golf version. Mine go up to Lob wedge and it works great in the bunkers.

[@roberthammond5034]

Another great video. I now have 3,5 and 7 hybrids in my bag. They’ve made a big difference to my game

[@NannyOggins]

This was great fun to watch. I have two hybrids a 5 and a 6. As this is my first ever set of clubs I had no idea that hybrids were at all unusual, I just accepted the set as it was. I like using them but as I’m a total novice they are just what I’ve become accustomed to. I always enjoy Rick’s no nonsense style of video, very entertaining.

[@lawbinson]

It’s not that unusual! If they work well for you, don’t let people bully you into thinking otherwise

[@mchldreuceify]

Love this video. Would really like to see you go for it with a full bag including 4- W hybrids plus your traditional wedges for close to the green. I’ve always wondered if really good golfers are held back by their ego. I feel like one day someone will break with tradition and play a tour event that way.

[@robjones7556]

Just started watching and on the first hole pulls driver!! Why not 200 yard and then 100 yard shot to a) test the clubs and b) play sensible to score (as Golf Sidekick would to shoot par).

[@fohrum4757]

Bro, this has bothered me for so long. I guarantee Rick could score better if his course management was better. Golf sidekick is so smart with course management. He helped me shoot a miracle round of 82, and I was a 14 handicap at the time, and I barely make it 200 yards off the tee!! Course management works, and I really hope Rick learns that one day

[@robjones7556]

Totally agree. Love Rick’s channel, but Golf Sidekick is the channel to watch to learn course management to shoot lower, with the swing you have. That is so relatable to us amateurs! Would love to see Rick try that approach to see the difference in his scores.

[@gerhardprasent3358]

My 3-wood or Hybrid rarely is better off the tee than driver, so why lose distance? I think Ricks course management was fine here - only he should have worked out the distances of the hybrids in advance. Enjoyed this vm.

[@robjones7556]

Maybe, but playing the first hole with two sensible shots to avoid a very difficult chip with SW would be better course management? Rick is good from that 120-140 yards so why not leave that distance and take less risk off the tee?

[@jonathansherlock5226]

No one, and I mean no one, come to this channel for nice, boring, sensible golf. It’s the journey that we enjoy most!

[@rhyscarrer9710]

Rick...that was so much fun... Thanks mate... Made me laugh after grafting on site all day... That was brilliant

[@DJPK1]

So much fun to watch! Just a thought m8. . . .but perhaps a trip to the range first to get some numbers on your distances would have served you well before knocking around the course with those :) As a disabled golfer using mobility aids, I think these hybrid irons could really help my game!

[@rheffner3]

Good to see you review some clubs that might be good for us high handicapers. I like Matt's review of Eleven golf clubs. I liked them. I would never use a hybrid for my wedges but the rest of the clubs for sure.

[@smacfe]

Would love to see you try it again after taking a little time to practice with the higher lofted clubs. Take away all the strokes the wedges cost you and you had a pretty good round going

[@barrymurton8988]

Great vid Rick. I’ve got Adams 4,5&6 hybrids. I’m high handicapper and not to hybrid wedges!

[@tonywoodssnr1400]

that putter is going to serve you well this year Rick, like you say the the longer hybrids can help a lot but totally agree about wedge shots

[@WilliamRay123]

This is the video I have been waiting on for so long! Excellent!!

[@josephsferruzza1933]

I'm a senior golfer and I've been using a full set of hybrids for a couple of years. its still about knowing your distances. they definitely make it easier for me.

[@coobay4786]

Yep. I play Ping 3 thru 7 hybrids and my scores have dropped by 10 to 12 strokes.

[@zacdavis7]

I am 38 and have several bulging disc in my back and have so much pain when I golf that I got a 5,6 and 7 hybrid and they’re hands down my favorite clubs in the bag and my back doesnt hurt near as much putting easy swings with my hybrids instead of coming down compressing the balls with irons. The Callaway AI Smoke HL hybrids are game changers for me.

[@tommyfraz.]

I will be 40 in a week, maybe I should look at adding a few hybrids. I have a similar issue.

[@zacdavis7]

@@tommyfraz. dude 5-7 hybrids have changed my game and I actually score better with easier swings. 130-200 with those are money.

[@DavesRabbitHole]

I played with a set of lady's hybrids once, they were awsome, though they SW, GW and PW were normal irons with ladies graphite shafts, i loved the light whippy shafts, and i was hitting everything with a super high draw that would start off to the right of target and draw back as opposed to starting at the target and drawing off. And yes, it was a pleasure carrying a really light bag, she only had 11 clubs Putter, SW, GW, PW, 9,8,7,6 and 5 Hy, 5W and driver. It took no time to get used to them. Felt like i could have played 36 holes no bother.

[@glynmawdsley3568]

I've had a set of these clubs for a few years, I even got the driver and 3w, I find that they go 20 yards further than my old irons, but I have put my old wedges back in the bag

[@salfordnick5336]

Enjoyed that, these all hybrid sets are a godsend for anyone like me who can't stop shanking....if you don't care what other golfers think then you'll find the game easier with these.....but Rick's right about the wedges, especially sand....need a normal one for chips and bunkers

[@johndavis2653]

Good to see you putting well again

[@houstondunn5703]

Saw you at the masters today Rick! Thanks for the picture!

[@4g63mark]

I really enjoyed this video. I'd love to try all hybrids. I need all the help I can get

[@jwestphal1978]

For me, I currently rotate through my bag, depending on the course, driver, 3, 5 woods, 3, 4 hybrids, then 5-9 irons, and an asortment of wedges. Old school Odyssey Ice Hot. The hybrids are great, I occasionally swap in 3 and 4 irons just because. Maybe you should consider it. At least you have the space and the sym to figure out you're gapping and create the best 2024 set for your game. I know i need to take a look now that weather is breaking in NY

[@ChirpingJim]

Matching your fit with the clubs is fire!

[@mkyalvrz7860]

That was an awesome entertaining eagle. Job well done 👍

[@melanicwhoosh]

The club covers weren't the only colours catching my eye. Shout out to Rick's beard's dye-job :D

[@MichaelSisley-fw3xr]

I tried hybrids. Did not work well for me. I instead switched to woods, down to 7 wood, irons after that. I love this combo. I hit the woods much, much better than the longer irons. My golf buddy has a full set of hybrids, but has a regular sand wedge and 60 degree wedge. He does well with that combination. Everyone is different, so use what makes you score the best.

[@Dripthany]

W vid bro… I love my talormade m4 hybrid

[@ethansaunders995]

At 61, having only played golf for 3 years and always struggling with most of the irons I really want a set of these or something similar. I would keep my current 5 wood (it's sweet), SW and putter and I feel like I could get my score down after a bit of practice with them.

[@KornersquaredMike]

The putt with the hybrid for eagle was a fantastic bit of content Rick!

[@MrAstroquack]

Great video Rick. I’d be interested seeing you play a course with super game improvement clubs (non hybrid) on the first 6 holes, Player’s distance irons on 6 holes then blades on the remaining 6 holes.

[@LettmilkPK]

Good to see you back in the UK, you seem to enjoy it!

[@karljustkarl4240]

Great to see the good rick shiels vids

[@thomassauzon6242]

Rick Shiels irons changes through the years : blades, cavity backs, hybrids 🙃

[@kymcha]

Put off watching this for a few days but, as always, very entertained with this post. Pretty obvious with back spin being absent. I really enjoyed your post with Bryson and the head start of 10 strokes about 3 months ago. Really pleasing therefore that ½ way though the Masters, Bryson is sharing the lead !

[@steelfan3657]

Love this vid, would love to see you play a round with the cleveland launcher xl's. Just to see how you would play them

[@gerrycampbell2031]

I bot a set of the Forgan of St. Andrews hybrids. But I actually got on well with the 7 to PW better than the 3 to 6, which did not go as long as my Cobra One Length irons. 🤔 By the way...would like to see you review the Caley irons, and the RAM irons, which are both less than half the price of the big name manufacturers

[@SahilKumar-fc3os]

Love your videos Rick!

[@andrikristianto2577]

After 2 years golfing, I finally decide to put my iron from 9 (130), P (120) and Gap (110) only and wedges 50, 56 & 60. The remaining clubs are hybrid 6-3 (cover from 140 onwards) and driver. My current hc is 14.4, hence it works well for me. My confidence from 140 is more with hybrids than iron.

[@barrymurton8988]

Good test Rick, and yes use the driver where you would normally!

[@rafaelmartinvannostrand2084]

I love that golf course, it seems really authentic and really close to what golf was originally.

[@markgummersonm7717]

What a great video. A bit of fun but very entertaining. I would love to see a video like this again but with your own wedges to see if you can do better

[@jake9705]

10:50 -- LOL 😂

[@beefsupreme3083]

Hi, thanks for the videos. If you see this and you're looking for video ideas it would be great to see you compare the Cleveland and Wilson game improvement irons. Thanks

[@jeffreidenbaughs9707]

Would really like to see you do a comparison between Cleveland Halo and Tour Edge Hot Launch E523, I wouldn’t say that they are a true Hybrid , more like a hybrid and iron love child…

[@JamesBeattie-lz9cc]

The tour edge bridges that gap especially well .. they just look like game improvement irons looking down instead of full on hybrids

[@A1BASE]

I played with an older fella today using a full set of these hybrid irons. He had a bladed sand wedge in there in case he got into bunkers or wierd lies, but otherwise made great use out of them. He wasn't swinging hard, but every single shot got in the air and went straight. He went round in about +8 or +9... So totally usable, but you'd have to adapt to them.

[@user-ej6bz4wm9f]

Surely any new clubs you would have to recheck club distances

[@imonlybleeding8021]

The driver-hybrid-hybrid was fun to watch. I'd never be able to pull hybrid for an eagle putt, as I've only had two, but it made for great content. I also think Rick would have gone under 75 on 18 after adjusting to how far the shorter hybrids were going.

[@jaguarfarewellday]

Hi Rick, I have a 4 Wazaki hybrid and it is very good. My friends call it the Blue wand and it’s great for tee off and fairways / chipping. Being a biginner it makes things easier for me. I like the interesting Pw hybrid and might get one.

[@Young.outdoors]

I have a 4,5,6 hybrid in the bag and they're fantastic!

[@JonnyPlaysGolf]

Without the obvious pitfalls of the wedges around the green, this should show people that a bit of forgiveness will help your game... Even a PGA pro is playing well with them

[@Dom_Meribel]

I used a set when playing in the US, you can use 3-9 without issue, I'd not use it for PW or SW .. but it allows you to carry D, hybrid irons, PW, SW, Putter.. imho :)

[@michaelgreenhalgh7118]

This is a good video. Personally I use 4/5 hybrid then 7-sw in the bag. I have always struggled with long irons.

[@rangerofthenorth2850]

Same bro

[@peytonford5989]

What do you swing for a 6?

[@rangerofthenorth2850]

@peytonford5989 I have a 6 iron in the bag but I'm crap with it. I bought a 6 hybrid (28 deg) but it goes as far as my 5 so I just have 5/4.

[@michaelgreenhalgh7118]

@@peytonford5989 I just use my 5 hybrid get around 170 with it. All my yardages stop about 200

[@user-ev9ds8rg3j]

Hi I use a 3-4 hybrid on golf course they r brilliant longer than normal 3-4 irons play a full 18 hole with a 3and 4 hybrid cheers m8

[@eghhhht]

Good selling point with the weight in your bag... I have steel shafts, adds probably another 2-3 lbs to the bag, at least...

[@Lovetheducks]

Ive only watched first hole but that second shot wasnt club issue. Would you use a full set of hybrid clubs except your wedges if would shoot lower scores?

[@MrBopsJr]

Love the vid Rick

[@rwm2986]

Thanks Rick. I agree that hybrid wedges are 'asking' a bit much. At least, the 'big stick' worked well when you used it.

[@KOG898]

Worked well playing him in to trouble where he didn't have a shot and killing his score???? Are you playing long drive challenge or golf?

[@bonscottrocks1728]

Used hybrids called Bazooka believe a Japanese brand, but they were an older set that were given to me back in 2005. Used them till 2020.... awesome irons

[@heathbulic6574]

Looks fun Rick Enjoy ☺️

[@danjeory3659]

Great to see you so chipper!

[@MultiKENB]

Great vid Rick great effort

[@F8dr]

The 9 wood is my favorite thing ever, I use it all the time for long par 3s