Is this The Best Practice Mat of All Time? Monster Mat Review

[@MattyRedPants]

Excellent review. What would build even more confidence for me is if you informed us if you paid for the sample or were given it. Also, if the manufacturer is reviewing the content before published. It just lets us the viewer put your opinions in context. Thanks!

[@anduma3]

Hey guys, just an FYI concerning “the stuff coming off”. This is just residuals from the manufacturing process. Mine did the same thing upon initial use but stopped after a couple of days use. 2years later the mat is still a Monster! Best purchase ever.

[@wadepatton2433]

Thanks for that info. I do hate scrubbing off mat residues from commercial installations.

[@thegoalnet5915]

Do you still have the Monster Mat? If so, holding up strong? How many swings do you have on it? Any joint pain?

[@anduma3]

@@thegoalnet5915 Still standing strong! I don’t think I’ll live long enough to wear it out. How many swings would be a pure assumption on my part but it’s been enough to know that I made the right purchase decision. One of the best features of my Monster is how forgiving it is on my fat swings. No jarring of the joints. Hope this helps.

[@thegoalnet5915]

@@anduma3 Awesome thanks for the feedback. There’s so much hype around the ultra high end mats and all these reviews are like out of the box, always happy to hear real users long term feedback

[@lextoy_collector1063]

This is not true. I've had my monster mat for a few months and have to vacuum the mat and garage floor around it every other day. I rotate it weekly and spots are already starting to wear in the hitting areas. Will probably have to be looking for a replacement in the next few months.

[@rufussthoo4083]

Durability looks like it would be the main 'con'. If friction is removing some of the plastic on every swing, wear patches won't take long to develop.

[@farfromunderpar3887]

This.

[@wadepatton2433]

That's why you get the 5x5 and rotate it 1/4 turn regularly. They are all going to wear out eventually.

[@stefana4241]

Yeah but my buddy is a golf coach at a university and they use CCE and he says his are still good with over 250,000 hits. With rotating

[@dsc-nr5zy]

​@stefana4241 I too have a CCE and it has lasted for over a decade.

[@xcracer450]

Thank you for reviewing these synthetic mats, I injured my shoulder by hitting too many range balls off a crappy mat! A little known golf product, but one that deserves it's own series of reviews IMO. Thanks again, if you decide to do a testing series on mats, that'd be great!

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

Raptors, if you are hitting down too steep, you will get sore wrists on any mat. I guarantee that the mat that was reviewed is thinner than my $130 Gosport 5×4 Pro.

[@Kenny_Mars]

You're the real monster Matt.

[@ssjackson5400]

Ha! I see what you did there.

[@nealmac9017]

Something on your nose there buddy

[@Kenny_Mars]

@@nealmac9017 Huh?

[@ashleywalls4097]

@@Kenny_Mars It's brown and smells like $#!+

[@Kenny_Mars]

@@ashleywalls4097 Ha, thanks for the 70's flashback. 🤣

[@50picker24]

Would love a comparison of different mats. Not a lot info on the net about mat comparisons and lots of people are building home simulators now and need info on mat options.

[@Alan_Edwards]

I have a small 2x3 Country Elite Real Feel mat I use next to an old driving range mat someone gave me and it works out pretty well. It leaves a mark on the sole of the irons too, but does come right off so no biggie. I think the shedding you experienced will slow down over time. Seems like a good mat. I am looking for a full size like this one and it's in the running now. Thanks man - solid review.

[@CartierGolf]

I have one too and it’s not that soft. I wouldn’t recommend it.

[@Nich0lasN0el]

I just got a Country Club Elite mat and am liking it a lot so far. Maybe give that one a try as well and compare the two? I wanted to see someone compare both before making a decision but didn't really find a side by side in depth review to help me decide.

[@goleafs7523]

The country club elite is indestructible I really like it I’ve had it for a year and still looks brand new

[@1brunskill]

I’ve had my Country club elite for a year as well and still no wear, on the mat or my joints. Awesome

[@Steve_Tate_Simtistics]

Just got mine last week and have hit a few hundred balls on it. I love it so far. Just beginning my basement build now so haven't hooked up to a monitor to check the fat hits, but you can notice the resistant and tell if shots are fat. Interested to see how it registers on a Skytrak later.

[@golflre7179]

What monitor are you using?

[@50picker24]

How does the monster mat compare to the country club elite golf mat?

[@Steve_Tate_Simtistics]

Ordered a 5x5 Monster mat for my basement sim build. Should have it in a couple days. Can't wait to try it out.

[@golflre7179]

Did it ship on time?

[@chrisimes478]

Can we get an update on this mat from you? Gonna order one myself … seems almost just as close to Country Club Elite at $200+ less. Thanks

[@golflre7179]

@@chrisimes478 Yes, I have it. Works well, as advertised. It has a good feel when hitting balls. I have a concrete basement floor and it does not slip. I do notice some green particulates, very light, on my clubs. But, it does not appear I am wearing anything down. I likely will rotate it a bit every few months to ensure I do not wear any spots on it.

[@chrisimes478]

I’m returning mine … the green bits are getting All Over the place, it’s just an absolute mess!!! Good mat, but I’m tired of cleaning and vacuuming my hitting green and the surrounding area.

[@justinshaw5706]

I don't understand why they place the tee holes in the center of the mat's. Most of us don't have the ball directly in the middle of our stances, but toward our front foot. Why not have the tee holes in the mat toward the front of the mat from the factory? I drilled out a hole and made it much nicer!! Enjoying your reviews and videos, just getting into them.

[@Jakes2hot]

Awesome review, as always. Would you recommend this monster mat or your divot action mat? I’ve been eyeing up the divot action but have also wondered about monster mat too.

[@psch9618]

Awesome review thanks! What impact screen set up do you have in your simulator please? Looks good and not too loud. Thanks

[@jeffreeves8726]

What is that screen you have? Is it just free hanging?

[@adamf468]

When you say mats that hold a tee aren't any good, does that apply to the sigpro softy?

[@clw22580]

Thinking of getting that new bush Nell/gc3 and doing an at home sim setup but NO CLUE what mats to even consider. Anyone have a good shortlist?

[@jdaviswarren]

I am curious about you saying a mat you can put a tee in is no good. I have such a mat that seems a lot better from you just reviewed. Would you be able to elaborate more on that?

[@coyrobinson3567]

Yes I was wondering what you meant by that as well. I was considering one of those mats. What is the con on that type of mat that you can stick a tee in?

[@tommyenns]

Just got a mat like that as well, wondering what the reason is .

[@scottgrabowski6110]

I have a country club elite real feel mat and love the fact that I can stick tees in it. What are we missing.

[@Redneckasian69]

I think of you can put a tee in it then the fibers are too tight therefore joint injuries because there is no give at impact , at least that’s why I’m looking something else tbh

[@mikenomikos9040]

They suck for standing on but they're great for hitting off of. I bought one 5 years ago. No name brand. I cut it into 2 x 2 squares and insert them in the hitting zone. Penalizes and feels real on fat shots and I've never had a problem with pain on joints or whatever. If anything, its better on the joints.

[@chadhelvey7827]

Great video. What impact screen are you using? I'm looking for a nice low budget screen.

[@duvall408w]

Great video. Would like to get info on your iron shafts if possible.Any tipping of shaft what would you change if anything. Hows flight with them. Cant find anywhere to try them out. Currently rocking recoil 125 f5 in my ap2.Picked up a set of pxg gen3 0311 and need a good graphite shaft. Thanks

[@DaveGreasy]

Thanks for the review. Curious what the mat is you’re using in your studio? Thanks for all the great content!

[@rooboy69]

Outdoors it's probably acceptable to have those flakes coming off. Driving ranges I have been to when they first get new mats have the same issue but I don't see a fast breakdown of the mat. So maybe after the first few days this problem dissapears

[@jeremydawkins8399]

How is this mat holding up? I am looking at this and the SigPro Softy.

[@MrICURNVS]

Coming to this late as I am just starting to put my simulator together.. anyone know why he says if the tee stands up on its own it’s bad? Looking at a mat that has 1 1/4” turf and seems pretty decent

[@dylonknudson8119]

Wonder if you vacuumed it first if it would get the loose fibers up and wouldn’t shed so bad

[@219garry]

If that stuff keeps coming off eventually there's gonna be a bare spot

[@chad48570]

Yes my thoughts as well. I would like to see what it looks like after a month of good use.

[@glennwisse6271]

I have a fiberbuilt mat. It’s great and will last forever. Super easy on your body as well.

[@willieguy2955]

Where did you buy the putting turf??

[@davidmayo3368]

I bought one in the spring. I don't have the issue with fibers coming off on to my clubs. I have enjoyed the mat, but had a really hard time getting it. Took several weeks even though a few days after ordering it I followed up and was told it was on the way.

[@thegoalnet5915]

Do you prefer this or the Motivo you previously reviewed?

[@reidcorbett895]

I have the CCE mat and find it tugs on irons that are even slightly fat causing me wrist/forearm pain but I do use it a lot daily. Also, IMO mat over penalizes on performance which my supplier agrees with. I am looking to cut CCE mat and insert a different mat. FB sounds more forgiving but I would like to know if putting is good on the various mats as I play TGC2019 daily and want something true for putts as well. CCE is very good for putting. I have heard FB not great for putting?? Do you think monster mat good for putting?

[@thegolfingmusician6345]

One important thing about having a good quality mat is that it’s better on your hand and elbow joints. Something to consider when purchasing one of these.

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

If you are having pain in wrists and elbows, it is more likely the way you are hitting the ball than the hitting mat.

[@thegolfingmusician6345]

@@leonardhandzlik6008 virtual ALL professional golfers trap and compress the ball. Try doing that on a concrete floor and let me know your results? That’s why a high quality mat is critically important. If you have a list of great “pickers” in pro golf then by all means please post them up?

[@FrugalFixerSpike]

Matt, do you still use it? My son got one, ended up putting a Fiberbuilt hitting strip in his to relieve the pain from hitting on it.

[@robertosiewert2617]

You said that mats that accept tees are bad, can you elaborate?

[@BigGuyGolf]

Curious to know why you’re not a fan of the mats that can hold a tee on it’s own like a Country Club Elite or Motivo Tee-Line mat?

[@jacobmccain8082]

CCE beats the heck out of your elbow. I had one before I went with my current fiberbuilt. World of difference there.

[@BigGuyGolf]

@@jacobmccain8082 fair enough I know the Fiberbuilt mats are amazing and the price shows it lol I’m currently using the Motivo Tee-Line mat and I love it sucks there aren’t more reviews of it on KZbin but ive never had any issues with my hands wrists or elbows even on a fat shot

[@TMar1961]

@@jacobmccain8082 That's the CCE showing you your swing is too steep, I've been using a CCE for years and 0 issues with elbow pain, I've not tried a better mat than the Real Feel CCE.

[@ottawapop]

@@TMar1961 I think its pretty dependant on the person. I have a CCE and while I love the feel it does cause some minor joint issues with me. I alter between it and a fiberbuilt strip. The fiber built while easy on the body has no feel what so ever. Still looking for a happy medium...fwiw, Im not a digger by any means, my divots are more like a scrape than a dig.

[@jacobmccain8082]

@@TMar1961 I have elbow issues stemming from my tennis playing days so I'm more sensitive than most to shock. And when you're hitting wedges and irons you should be striking them down some. My attack angle is shallower than most at 2-4 max. I'm not saying tendinitis will set in immediately but over 100s of shots you'll definitely notice the difference. Haven't found one yet that truly replicates the feel of turf and until I do FB is the choice for me.

[@tom_greenery]

I noticed your one of the only channels I watch that I instantly click thumbs up before watching. Just confidence that it’s gonna be fire

[@jeff05989]

with the fiber coming off, is it going to eventually wear out?

[@That1Carson]

I believe that it will wear out faster than other with the fiber coming off after a few shots like that, but it could be worth it for the good feedback.

[@davidrayburn3320]

I've had zero fibers come off on mine. I do get the green film on a club after enough swings, but it's more like a grass stain that you wipe off. And, I don't see any discoloration on the mat (owned since March/April), so it must be very subtle.

[@shivashankar448]

Hi I am from india and would like to visit USA for getting some short game lessons I am HP 12 can you advice pls I will take a 3 day session at least thanks I regularly see ur utube Vedic’s I like the way you present things in a jovial manner keep it up

[@mattcristino9804]

I've got a broken bone in my wrist too Matt and guess how I did it?....hitting off a practise mat at the driving range a few years ago

[@pebblebeach65]

Matt, do you get results on the Sim that match a fat shot? Some mats will bounce off on a fat shot and the results will not show.

[@bevanmarr6589]

What sort of mat do you currently use in your studio?

[@harmon411]

I tend to hit fat shots behind the ball. I’m looking for a mat that will provide good feedback for better ball striking but also one that won’t cause too much pain in wrists. I’ve seen you’ve used CCE, Divot Action, Monster. Not sure if you’ve used truestrike, fiber built or others. Use in an in home golf sim with Skytrak. My budget (350-800 US) is based on less pain that will allow me to hit more balls at least 150 a day 5 days a week. Any help is appreciated and Thank you for all the vids. Love watching your channel.

[@glennwisse6271]

I have a fiber built mat. It will definitely do all you’re looking for.

[@tmerf11]

My experience ordering this mat: Placed order - 7 weeks later, still no mat. Sent 2 emails and never received a response. Called and spoke to a person who said he was the owner and was told my mat would ship the following week. Didn't happen. Sent another email - no response.

[@jaesonflores3119]

Did you ever receive your order?

[@tmerf11]

@@jaesonflores3119 I did... took a long time. ended up asking for a refund and a manager called and explained they were behind due to raw materials not arriving, so I just waited and it did finally come and I do like the mat. don't remember how long though.

[@jaesonflores3119]

Good to hear

[@TripsView]

Why are mats that hold tees not good sir!? Genuinely curious because I have one lol

[@danieldillingham1523]

What is the dimensions of your studio

[@golflre7179]

Thx, great vid!

[@johnmooney5223]

Love the matt review matt

[@banditbaker1675]

Two random questions, what is the shaft that you have in that Iron and what are those sloes that you are wearing?

[@normanhall7265]

Those are Athlons... I have a pair and love them!

[@banditbaker1675]

@@normanhall7265 many thanks👍

[@BergFPV]

We just got a new place with 6 sins where I live (Norway) and they have some amazing mats. Like every hittingmat I have used before you can duff the crap out og it and still get a ok shot. But the mats they use there just rips a hold of the club head and you hit it terrible, just like you would on grass. I have no idea what the name of the mats is.. :pb

[@lukeb1360]

Would be awesome if you could find out and post here :))))))

[@BergFPV]

@@lukeb1360 zthey say the name of the mat is T-Cross (directly translated from Norwegian) I can't find it on the Web, but I do believe it's a FSG hittingmat (utslagsmatta in Norwegian) and that they bought it at crisco golf. No

[@lukeb1360]

@@BergFPV Awesome. Thanks for the info 👍🏼

[@johnkurtz7705]

Thanks for the info. I'd like to know about putting mats, maybe about 100.00, thanks

[@BrianJohnsonbrowie]

With the fibers coming off with this mat last?

[@steveh4762]

Ordered 9 days ago still not shipped, cancelling my order what other mat can you recommend that will actually be shipped and delivered in a reasonable amount of time?? Thank you

[@MrShortGame]

Motivo mats are also great

[@matte.6988]

Got a coupon or referral code for those? It looks good. My name is Matt too and I live over in Johns Creek.

[@ryanokeefe12]

By the look of the green coming off; it looks like it's not a nylon mat.. It won't last more than a month if you are hitting from the same spot a lot of the time.

[@edf9992]

I have this matt Matt….works well

[@rdiehl2]

The monster mat is LACC fairway and your mat is the local muni fairway!

[@Smeeagain22]

Didnt try the tee setup

[@johnsonja329]

Isn't country club elite one of the best mats on the market and accepts a tee?

[@ronaldrigaud5712]

The monster mat is the best practice mat I’ve ever hit off of. Beat damn customer service as well. The fibers that come off on your club rub off with one finger

[@thegeodude9461]

Monster Matt trying out the Monster mat!!!

[@asampson32]

What brand of mat do you normally use?

[@davidgee4601]

My concern would be is that going to wear out fast

[@timzaruba7127]

The 2 colors goes well with your Logo.. LOL

[@jimmydeanfishboy3734]

What about just using monster mat under your feet and a different mat to hit off of?

[@oatechaosincycles]

I use the Country Club Elite. No green residue, lasts forever, perfect. You cannot beat it.

[@jennifertownsend2142]

Cool but may I ask why do people say if you can stick a tee in it then it’s not a good mat? I’m just wondering

[@DSMITH87]

You should review the Spornia SPG-7 net. I think you would actually love it and it’s not that expensive at all. Only about $234.

[@chriskozlarek8013]

Yep, great net. I use in my garage with Skytrak.

[@Sports4me7]

@@chriskozlarek8013 if you could would you go with the spg-8 over a 7 or is 7 plenty big enough?

[@CK-sw3kv]

@@Sports4me7 7 is plenty big enough for me and returns the ball nicely.

[@wallstreetoneil]

I say this as a Canadian, who previously did a lot of indoor winter practice - never hit your short irons and wedges, besides a quick warmup, off of mats - it will destroy your game when you return to real grass - you will quickly develop a lazy picking style for your short irons off mats, that will result in brutal blades and chunks off real grass when spring returns. My rule of thumb now is only 6/5/4 irons to work on your swing mechanics, 3-woods off the matt, and tee'd-up Drivers.

[@goleafs7523]

I don’t get anything coming off my country club elite mat and I’ve hit thousands of balls off it and still looks the same as the day I got it

[@chriskozlarek8013]

Country club is super durable, but I started getting a little joint pain last winter. I just put a Fiberbuilt insert next to it. Lets see how it goes this off season.

[@joelafives]

I bought a RELILAC for $75 six months ago and I've been really happy with it. I've never gotten any residual crud on my clubs. It would be difficult to justify the almost 300 difference.

[@6-Iron]

Any high end hitting mat should have a sacrificial piece built into it. There’s no way any material can stand up to repeated strikes from golf clubs.

[@AmericaTheGreat-1776]

Is there a mat that’s as good, that doesn’t leave any residue on the club?

[@DaveFogel]

I wonder how long before there are no fibers left...

[@timkopp2268]

If that mat is 5’ it looks like the other Matt must be about 5’5” and he bombs the ball like a beast!

[@oldguyrulesweyerman6955]

Would Work for sure except for the price, ouch.

[@rhull3939]

As a fan of MMA technique, that wasn't a terrible body kick. Haha.

[@tinhatrancher904]

Agree. He could rotate and turn his hips over and kick through the 'Mat' more. Also if he rotates on the ball of the foot that helps with momentum.

[@longgolf5530]

If you buy a mat, just be sure the turf is nylon and not polypropylene.

[@pauldsinclair]

I love your videos (especially the Eastlake Visit). I'm very disappointed in your last two product videos (Bloodline and Monster Mats). You seem to be rep-ing products vs being completely an independent reviewer of products. Quattromat is a better mat and doesn't leave marks on the clubs.

[@thegolfbro]

Good video. Can you test the costco mat. My brother bought that one and it is pretty good. The Launch Pad.

[@brucehubbell3526]

What type of warranty does this mat have? That much fiber coming off makes me wonder how long it will last for that money?

[@wadepatton2433]

see other comments where Monster Mat owners says the residue thing stops after a little time.

[@RocyLiu]

Great!!

[@Labgorilla]

Bansanto? Monsanto?

[@philipmehl9355]

I thought the SigPro Softy is a great mat? You can stick a tee in that one

[@rawsick]

Can you recommend me a good push cart that has good quality an material. I really just want to get one for my dad an I but don’t want a crappy one

[@Tenumber83]

I have a clicgear 8.0 for sell

[@jon4atee1]

Better than what you have Matt ?

[@blacklight4460]

Nice! I'd pay $100 for it.

[@legless4767]

Looks like a beaut!!

[@bluejeans8001]

How tall is the ceiling of your room? Thanks for your reply.

[@davidrayburn3320]

I have the same 5x5 monster mat and love it. As for the very very minor green film...after a round of SIM golf, I just wipe the clubs with a wet wipe.

[@jamesdunn581]

Do you feel that, over time, you are going to wear a hole in the turf?

[@davidrayburn3320]

@@jamesdunn581 it's holding up very well so far. I got it in March or April and it gets about 400-500 swings per week (matches w friends). I rotate it once per month to balance the use per side (which is why you get the 5x5 size).

[@davidrayburn3320]

So no, I don't see any wear... I'll update this response each year for 5 years

[@jamesdunn581]

@@davidrayburn3320 Thanks for the reply and the update on the durability of the mat. I'll be waiting for those updates!! :D

[@CaribSurfKing1]

Your melting the plastic fibers with 90mph club head speed...ooops!

[@DIOS10]

How much ???? They can stuff it..

[@normanhall7265]

Damn... you look like you've lost some weight! Maybe a good wash down or vacuum job will eliminate the green powder and loose fibers...

[@MrDrMeow]

Rick Shields 2.0 what happened to this channel

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

I have a 5x4 mat that I use off of a cement floor in my extra garage, and it cost about half of what the monster mat costs. My mat has been in use for over a year, and there is virtually no sign of wear. I think the Monster Mat is overpriced, and my biggest concern is the fibers coming off. Only time will tell of course, but I fear that the Monster Mat will wear faster than my mat has. I get a little green residue if I hit a lot of balls with one club, but not any fibers, all the way back to when I bought it. I have hit at least 1000 shots off the mat, and no visible wear, and I haven't rotated it.

[@anthonyk1535]

Which one do you have?

[@roger130]

So what mat is it?

[@counselor5286]

1000 shots is a pittance Range mats get that many in one day per mat. But I too am curious about the longevity of the monster matt that looks similar to the mats at the world wide golf shops hitting bays

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

@@counselor5286 You make my point. While I said 1000, I meant to type 1000s. The point is, I have never gotten fibers off of my mat, and his may got fibers on the first use.

[@anthonyk1535]

@@leonardhandzlik6008 so, what mat do you have?!

[@mycommentpwnz]

400$ lol... a 5 by 5 piece of rubber, plastic, and other cheap materials. the world is so dumb

[@robertsolachnek7493]

Hi,so gut one from my studio city golf range,used but not on the curse,perfect probably it’s that Matt or like one.sorry $60.00 it’s the real world 😊.thank you sr

[@floydianepic3259]

Make your own.

[@nathansabula6355]

Jesus loves you all and died for our sins

[@jbrightman88]

Get bent

[@johnmaguire3608]

What is this "fairway" of which you speak?

[@chaseparish1791]

$1,300 for a mat. That’s just stupid!

[@chrisimes478]

LOL … where in the world did you get $1,300 from? 🤦🏻‍♂️ it’s like $400 dude

[@zaheerkader7426]

Quattromat better than this crap

[@leonardhandzlik6008]

Sure, if you want to pay $500. I've got a 5×4 GoSports Pro mat for $130. I have used it for over a year, and no visible signs of wear. I have hit 1000's of balls, and haven't even rotated it. No wrist or elbow pain, either.