I used ILLEGAL Golf Products To CHEAT....Did it work?

[@johnness8070]

Unless someone brings a micrometer to the course, there's a fine line between a groove sharpener and a groove cleaner ;) .

[@politicalfoolishness7491]

The easiest cheat in my bag is a tiny club with an eraser on the end of it. :) LOL

[@Mattfryergolf]

Haha

[@mattcross1722]

I love these style videos. It's always interesting to see what actually works and what to watch out for. My guess would be 2 under. Good luck Matt!

[@Mattfryergolf]

Glad you like them

[@christopherkearns6739]

Might try the prit stick / slick stick thing the next time I go to the driving range.just to see were my ball is hitting on the club face. Great stuff Matt

[@brianmcpeake2509]

I would like to see a mid to high handicap golfer use it and see if it makes them better. Pros swings are so much purer. Have a great Christmas and Happy New Year Matt! Love the channel. Cheers 🍻

[@Demon_Mx2277]

I would use the polara ball with the foot spray method to use as a training aid for practicing your impact zone. So you can adjust but not lose as many balls during a round of practice

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah good use for it

[@tref51]

The balls are so expensive to buy, I'll have to rely on finding one......I suppose I will have to look on the fairways!!!!

[@geraldbuldak8292]

I imagine your dad has heard of some whoppers in the way of cheating in the years that he's been coaching. Maybe a match between the two of you to see who can out-cheat the other one? Loved the video! Keep them coming. I want to see you hit the ace with a legal ball. Even better if you got it against Rick.

[@mikeharryfinn]

Really interesting and it would be great to hear your stories about cheating methods you’ve heard people use

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[@randyhoneycutt8153]

This type of video is fun. I bought the Slic Stik just for fun but have not tried it yet. Great year of videos, look forward to 2022.

[@Danny_Gre]

Great fun video again, think you're my favourite pro golfer to watch on here (got to love a bit of the Bad Golf channel). I especially love these sort of gadget and fun ones. I think I may use the ball, just if I just want to be outside and have a bit of casual fun rather than actually 'trying' to play golf. Don't think the stick due to mess and don't want to possibly mess up irons with cutting grooves.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Thank you means a lot 🙌

[@matthewwatson3611]

I must admit I've always used a groove tool but never thought of it being illegal. I suppose it doesn't matter cause I still always lose.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Ha fair enough

[@xboxvolley360]

I just ordered one. Haven't played a lot of golf the last 3 years but now i can finally start again. My iron set is from 2012 so i'm just using it to sort of renew the grooves since they have taken a beating and new clubs are just no option right now. I don't consider it cheating since i'm not planning to make them any sharper than the grooves on new clubs

[@alittlelooney5361]

I am having withdrawals, it's -7c/20f here and all of the courses are closed. The only think the keeps me going is vid's from you boys. Thanks so much!

[@hondogolf]

Great video matt 👍 and happy new year when it comes 🍺 really got back into golf after almost 8 years away from it and probably playing the best I ever have . Thanks for the vids 👍

[@karlapps2231]

Love the shameful little bogey and slap on the slic stick! Got back into golf this year after a 20 year break and a big part is your videos, love the dry wit!

[@giuseppicorleone9165]

Fun video. I've considered the groove tool but worried it would damage rather than repair the iron. The other two I might do on the range for grins. Cheers.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah it would take a bit of the metal if used alot

[@karituominen8593]

”It’s time to slic up” i think that should be your new catchphrase every time you tee up 😄

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[@suzanneheffernan1629]

I could't bring myself to cheating, but those items are very interesting. Great vlog Matt as per usual, it would be interesting how they would affect my game.

[@professorsouthside]

I tried the Polara balls once...they're like hitting the side of a brick wall but watching them correct themselves in mid-flight was lotsa fun. The problem with them is that you lose about 30 yards of carry because of whatever it is that's in them. Would not recommend.

[@vincentsutherland3175]

i have that very same groove sharpener in my bag...had no idea it was illegal ........SORRY to the weekend fourball lads..........hahaha thanks mat !!

[@mrbrodiegirl]

Happy new year young man. Content has and remains my go to. Hopefully we're allowed on the course in the new year...enjoy your New Year and look forward to vlogs next year...and NO cheating lol

[@Mattfryergolf]

Thank you, plenty more to come

[@greggo94]

What an awesome idea for a video. You should take on Rick and Pete in an "illegal clubs/gear only" vlog

[@tommattice6072]

A bald man comparing the mess of the slic stir to dry shampoo is such an underrated comment.

[@gbom1777]

“Imagine If they were legal you could shoot 18” Next clip: misses a putt 🤣 Hope you had a good Xmas Matt and a class new year 👍🏻

[@Mattfryergolf]

Comedy gold!!

[@youcube7505]

Don't have to putt when you shoot an 18

[@MEJIA1369]

These videos are by far the best.

[@davepare3107]

Love this video. Fun to watch. I would like to use those golf balls. I’m having an aiming issue and to play a round or two for fun I think they might help.

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[@lukef5370]

I used the polora balls when I first started playing and I no longer have any. haha they didn't go straight for me but my swing was awful back then and I hadn't watched any of your videos yet. With a really bad slice you will still lose those balls . They did work when I struck the ball well, unfortunately I wasn't doing that often when I was starting out. I may try them again since my game has improved and I'm very curious about the sharpening tool and slick stick.

[@mikecueria1589]

Fun video. No, I would not use a Polara golf ball or slic stik. I have seen other reviews of the Polara golf ball and while it goes straight, as you pointed out, it just falls out of the air and you sacrifice distance. I enjoy working the golf ball and the challenges of doing so, that is what keeps me coming back to the golf course.

[@rhull3939]

It only falls out of the sky if that specific shot would have had a lot of side spin on it. It corrects it, then flies straight and you lose about 15yds with driver. If you hit it well with just backspin the flight is totally normal and you don't really lose anything. They really work. I'll take 15 yards short and on the fairway over 30yds short and in the forest on the right every time. Ha.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah it was shorter for sure!

[@geordieboyjohn]

Season's Greetings Matt !

[@waynepark4430]

Interesting how those things work! All the best for 2022. Now Giv'er!

[@jonesey8890]

I’ve tried those polara balls before , still managed to slice one but mainly noticed a drop off in distance no matter how well you strike them , did you notice a drop off on your drives at all ?

[@krisstully]

Great video Matt 👍🏼 personally wouldn’t use any, however I’m gonna try that prit stick to see what it does for my slice 😂

[@kennethsponic178]

Another great video. I may try one but not in competition

[@LacrosseDboy]

Do you have something I can put on my putter to reduce 3 putting?

[@tedbond1216]

Very interesting! I don’t think I would use those. What do you think have you the best results, looked like the Stick? The grove sharpener can be used prior to the a round, correct?

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[@adwnpinoy]

Cheers, mate! Happy Christmas!

[@Mattfryergolf]

You too 🙌

[@alasdairupton3211]

As all good golfers say..... "It's time to slick up!" 🤣🤣

[@Mattfryergolf]

Exactly 🤪🤪

[@jeffg4814]

I used Polara balls for ages until a certain RS did a video on them, then they became rarer than unicorn poop and 10 x as expensive lol. This made me bite the bullet and actually get a couple of lessons which obviously helped a lot. I still occasionally try them out and can’t believe the flight of them compared to a normal ball, definitely fall out of the sky. Have you tried the slic stick on an iron? Would be interesting to see the results. Great video as always 😎

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[@mattshaw4061]

Would be interesting to see you use these things but really try and slice it etc and see how they get on then

[@mrmaccNZ]

I got the polara balls for Christmas cant wait to see how it works!! If it helps reduce my frustration and enjoy the game then yes I will be using it

[@Mattfryergolf]

Fair play guess that's a huge part to playing

[@shredicusmaximus]

Our group got paired with a single that was putting that stuff on his clubs last week. Didn't think too much of it, thought he was just trying to visually see on the face where he was striking the ball. Now I know better......haha

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[@GolfsGingerGenius1]

I’ll give 3 people a new driver 😲 IF I get a hole in one, what a way to keep us watching Matt 😂😂😂 happy new year buddy 👍🏻

[@TheSas1967]

I've used groove sharpener for old wedges but never on the course

[@joemullins1752]

Did some quick math...sounds like the first drive only went 219yds...that is quite short....but I guess it was straight

[@irish5359]

Use to have a golf partner in a league, that used the hole in the pocket method. Great technique for lost balls in the woods.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Haha yeah not really a good thing though 😂

[@michaelbutler4934]

I liked all of the tools... I am considering the groove sharpener and the golf balls.😀

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[@TheJuannitto]

I don’t think I could use any of those to actually play with. On the other hand I’d definitely do it for fun. This was a very fun video to watch. Thank you.

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[@balanaidu2307]

You doing perfect job sir, merry Merry Christmas and a happy new year, God bless you sir

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[@Astro_Gardener]

Would use the groove cleaner. Matt have you used the slic product on a putter at all?

[@chrisbobbitt5706]

Be interesting to test if it is just the confidence level you feel when standing at the ball. Have a friend doctor one club, and have an undoctored club available as well. They choose for you and hand it to you so you can't see the face.

[@Worzeth13]

The reason why one shot dropped out of the sky like a rock. The Polara balls have an odd dimple pattern to correct ball flight. So they will decrease your carry distance. They fly odd and drop out of the sky if you don't line up the arrow with the direction you are hitting. So hitting them off driver its easy to line up. But then you have to touch the ball and line it up again before every iron hit. Touching the ball every time is illegal unless its winter rules where you have to wipe the ball. They are hard and its like hitting a stone but they do work.

[@jamescable1502]

Part of me would love to as just started so the polar balls appeal. But that takes the fun of learning out of it

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah but maybe it will help some golfers

[@jamescable1502]

Confidence for sure as that’s my biggest issue.... after ability 🤣

[@patrickhill4368]

Great video and not bothered about the challenge im just wondering how much less performance do you get. Do you loose a lot in yardage when hitting these golf balls

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[@pwilkin6]

"Must be 3 under" No need to smother the face with the slick stick, just put it in the central areas with a bit of overlap :D

[@jameswalford8421]

Minght buy a grove tool are they worth getting great video again matt

[@Mattfryergolf]

They will help prolong the life of a wedge for sure

[@russellward9662]

I wouldn't use that slick stick here in Australia, as the heat would turn it to oil in my pocket and make the head covers all sticky. I'd rather learn to hit the ball straight, than use an illegal ball to correct my mistakes. But it is interesting to see what, if any, difference it actually does make. Cheers Matt.

[@Woolly1991]

I wouldn’t be able to use them as it would lull me into thinking I’m a good player haha! Good video Matt

[@garrytaggart2431]

Hi matt i would never use any of these cheat aids simply because not only am i cheating myself but my golf mates to. But great video hope you have had a good xmas and all the very best for 2022.

[@arifazizi5831]

I'm obsessed with getting better at golf. I would never use any illegal aides as I know from past experience that nothing great is achieved easily and I would never get good if I cheated.

[@chriscole5658]

I’ve used that ball before and it is a low diving flight, and you have to line up the arrows EVERY shot… horrible around the greens too.

[@gramps69cd]

Great video Matt about cheating apparatus......Do not endorse cheating at all .....Golf is a gentleman 's game in my opinion !! Cheers from Canada East Coast Halifax

[@robd38]

this would have been great if there was a comparison shot with the unchanged clubs and a real golf ball

[@puentehillslandfill]

I usually use a tee to clean out my grooves (is that illegal?) and why would you do this to a new club? If you're cutting shards of metal off your club, how long will it last?. Chapstick costs a £1 or less (does it work the same?), JP :Lan slicstick between £10 and £20. Polara golf balls straighter (at the cost of distance?). All good stuff for debate Matt thank you.

[@KMMHL2012]

With regards to the slip stic, you have to take into consideration that you have a controlled swing. I was encouraged to use vaseline, as a left handed golfer, who swings over the top, all my shots went dead straight to the right, a hard push, it removed the sidespin on the ball, but still couldn't hit a fairway. 😭

[@JJones987]

Dead straight to the right for a left hander is a pull.

[@jimcook4156]

Fun video. Personally, I would not use the balls because the straight flight characteristics don't overcome the loss of distance...and I need every yard I can get. I might try the grease on the club...mainly out of curiosity, but I doubt I would do that on a regular basis. The groove sharpener though I would use. To me, the first 2 definitely seem like cheating even for casual play. The groove sharpener though seems ok for casual play. I look at it this way...if my playing partners saw me doing any of the 3, would they give me crap? Funky balls and chapstick...I would definitely hear about it. Groove sharpener, I don't think they would think of that as unusual or illegal. I usually use a tee to clean out the dirt. The guys I play with would probably see that tool as similar to using a tee, and not realize that I was actually sharpening the grooves...and I don't think they would care anyway.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Great points there 👍

[@DanielWillems1995]

Now we want to see a full blown cheating/illegal setup. Rick has got pretty much every kind of illegal club get him to lend the clubs, combined with your accessories used in this video. Surely can score a round in the low 60s with ease

[@merlinas28]

this groove sharpening sound just killed me

[@hoorayitshenry4245]

Are the groove sharpeners just illegal during a round, or illegal full stop? I've got some old sm7s, I used a sharpener on them and I have to say they felt great afterwards, almost like new. I don't see what is wrong with that. What advantage is gained over somebody who can afford to regularly buy new wedges?

[@BandyBorehole]

It's fine so long as your grooves conform after you've done it. So they can't be over a certain depth. I sharpened my old wedges with one as they were 20 years old, and was worried about it being illegal, but when I got new wedges this year, with all my hard work, I had come nowhere near the depth of new wedge grooves... So basically, I wouldn't worry unless you're doing it on new wedges

[@hoorayitshenry4245]

@@BandyBorehole Thanks Bandy, that makes sense.

[@danielcafe2676]

Happy Holiday Matt Great and Entertaining Video. Lipsyl to protect ones lips in the sun works quite well. Regards

[@Mattfryergolf]

I'll give it a try

[@timlanglois2279]

Can you sharpen grooves when you aren't actively playing a round?

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[@skintjake412]

Time to slick up!! 😂😂😂

[@randyhay6721]

I have a groove sharpener. Haven’t used it, don’t want to be labeled a cheater. Can you use it before a round?

[@patrickgallacher858]

I’m too old fashioned and I’m to up tight about keeping my clubs clean. Would use the tool to keep the clubs clean and sharp beforehand. The ball - hmmmmmm……… Na, I’ll stick with my Pinnacle or Dunlop!! Great stuff Matt. All the best 👍🏻🪄⛳️

[@Mattfryergolf]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@donbernhardt2424]

Matt, I've heard from this guy named Rick that you need to wear gloves and safety goggles when you sharpen grooves! ;)

[@brianwaldo2642]

I on occasion will use aiming fluid 🍺. It’s an exact science requiring moderation and control so as to not indulge too much. The result of over application will result in a swing like a drunk octopus and a foggy thinking process which leads to nonsensical course management decisions. It is definitely not recommended for serious golfers. Cheers.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Sounds interesting

[@frasercaldwell502]

Hi Mat, just received a notification that I have been shortlisted for the giveaway prize on your last video. Is it bogus as I thought the draw was new year.

[@JimHusseyLPC]

I use Polara balls on occasion and find them fairly straight and enjoyable. Have never played a competition

[@Mattfryergolf]

They did impress me

[@tomcourt9188]

Couldn't bring myself to use them as would feel like I'm cheating myself, however interesting to see if they work so as to spot others cheating them selves

[@Sequoia1379]

Very interesting video take on illegal product. But they seem to be like Steroids. They can help the good be great, but not move the mediocre to great. Great stuff Matt!

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[@nigelday001]

Fun video , I couldn’t have all that ‘ sticky stuff ‘ over my clubs .. HNY Matt , thank you for the past 12 months of videos 😉🏌️‍♂️⛳️🍻

[@markd4768]

Just bought them 😂gonna try these items by myself at my 9 hole course to see how good they are! It’s all for fun and I’m a weekend golfer but I still wouldn’t use these products while playing with the boys🍺

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[@mikedeboer7635]

I actually tried the self-correcting ball, in a practice round, absolutely hated it. Going to try it on the sim soon. Should be intersting.

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[@golfguru8625]

Matt just a quick one. On the hole what is 319 yards , you hit driver and left you 120 in, then you then hit a 9 iron a bit heavy and that left you 40 yard in. Surely your drive didnt go 190 yard ????

[@wolverinejerry65]

Wouldn’t use these during a round. Have used foot spray at the range which helped with reducing toe and heel hits.

[@lancemason806]

How do you know an eĺegal ball on sight & Why are companys aloud to sell.?

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[@josephbrockschmidt2847]

Polara balls require a 10.5 degree loft driver or higher to launch better

[@henrybutler2616]

Hadn't ever heard of those golf balls before 🤣 could do with them myself to make me feel better about my scoring lol

[@henrybutler2616]

Ps.. There is a fake Matt Fryer profile replying to comments on your "thank you" video. I thought I had won some mizuno irons. Short lived excitement unfortunately

[@olisnell1287]

Need to get these for my brother in law. Walked off on the 7th on boxing day as captain slice came to visit again 🤣🤣

[@Mattfryergolf]

It could be the answer

[@olisnell1287]

If you see his golf swing I don't even this could help 🤣

[@okeesmokee6658]

My foot wedge really improves my game - is that an illegal product? Happy New Year!

[@Mattfryergolf]

Haha I'm going to say yes!

[@golfbn]

Lee Trevino always talked about when he was playing "money" matches that guys would put vaseline on their golf towels and use it if you didnt watch them.

[@jymferrier]

I'd use the groove tool but in an attempt to get another season out of an old club. I'm a high handicapper, wouldn't solve my problems 😀

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah could help for that for sure

[@13vansman]

Fun video! I wouldn't use the products. I do have a question. Would the groove sharpener be illegal if used at home before going to the course? Wouldn't that be like cleaning and setting up your clubs, getting them ready for game day?

[@marshalleriksen1056]

Theres a maximum depth for groves to be legal.

[@johannesvanstraaten1974]

Absolutely 😎

[@dogray72]

I would maybe try the ball but my problem is not straightness it is distance

[@Mattfryergolf]

Shame there isn't a ball that guarantees extra distance and actually worked

[@caroljennings2394]

Great video 3 under

[@calebwhite8890]

I have a groove sharpener but mainly for my backup set of spalding blades 😂

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[@jerrysilverstein4055]

Most old time golfers knew of using Vaseline on your woods, and because it was cheating most of use golfers would not use these methods.

[@Mattfryergolf]

Yeah it seems well known

[@darrenturner8987]

If your looking to improve your game, you wouldn't use them, BUT if its just a laugh round with your mates they may be worth a go. I have the groove sharpener in my bag and it's so close to some groove cleaners on the market you'd probably get away with it.

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[@williamknapp9497]

hey Matt you should put a link where we can buy them! If you can get a little percent, you could make a mint. LOL love the videos thanks

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