I'm CHANGING my Golf Clubs!

[@scottyking8908]

I really wish Rick would do a video with TXG boys for a full bag fitting. I think that would help Rick more than anything.

[@callmecamo2]

Now that's a great idea.

[@frankhoxsey1177]

Agree

[@stevendyball]

100% Would be awesome to see him fitted to the right shaft/setup - imagine he wouldn't have problems with the review channel as I would argue most manufacturers would send him the clubs in his spec.

[@philipslighting8240]

Great idea

[@majen66]

I wouldn't. Seems everybody does that and there is no way they are light years ahead of a lot of the other brands... except in price! Great set up for the review channel launch and we should get to see a lot of testing going on starting with different iron sets. Got to agree with Rick that Cobra is underrated and make exceptional equipment for a great price! Almost went that direction myself but had Cobra's for 20 years... was time to change it up.

[@8JSimo]

Rick, you should host a "Clash of the Clubs" series where you pit your old clubs against the new ones in various challenges! ⛳ It could be a fun way to test out the performance differences and give us viewers some entertaining content. Can't wait to see your new bag setup in action! 👏

[@jayveres8702]

Bets on ole bluey stays in bag 😂

[@MCPOAirdale]

I probably need to go thru this process as well. . .

[@Flamingpins]

If all you’re gonna do is top it, they may as well be an old one

[@LeprechaunGinger]

Great name, that is what I call the X wife!

[@ChildoftheMostHigh1]

The stars will have to be out of whack if that happens

[@alecbell1057]

@@Drudabomb_he just meant he’s taking her out on a date

[@rickpatey]

Rick, I just came back from 20+ years away from the game, and I sometimes have no idea what I am doing. Your videos motivate and entertain me when I can barely walk with one foot in front of the other, let alone hit a golf ball straight. Thanks for the content! Check out some courses in Nova Scotia at some point, I think you'd be pleasantly surprised!

[@dubbiez1153]

As someone who has followed you since around 2015, hearing you preview matches against some of the best players in the world makes me so happy for you. You deserve this man!

[@khoun261]

Watching your videos really makes me want to start golfing again. Had to sell my clubs to support the family. The pandemic was rough on the family. Golfing is something my dad and i really enjoy doing together. Keep up the great videos been watching for years!!!

[@thedeeprot]

Personally got the Titleist T100 irons 4 to PW (46) and SM9 wedges 50, 54, 58 - can say they will not be leaving the bag for many years!

[@robfooks1274]

Agree with u on that! I got the same iron set up, and sm9 60° n about to get a 52 or 54. T100 were the best irons i've tried in the fitting n they will be in the bag for a long time!

[@stephendibari5010]

After playing 2019 T200's for a year, i was recently custom fit for T100s’s best irons ever. same, they'll be in my bag until the grooves wear out !

[@jamiefaiers61]

Great bag bro hang on to em im looking for almost the same in left hand!

[@brianlhenaff383]

Love this Rick. Looking forward to watching you work through the changes. As a massive Srixon fan I hope you give the ZX7s a look, as well as the ball. Can't wait to see the videos of you working with the new clubs

[@biggie686]

You should 100% get yourself out to Canada and get fitted by Ian at TXG. That would be an awesome video with one of the best fitters in golf

[@gbjwal1]

@Tom yeah, they would need to pay Rick bucks to get him on. It would be huge for their channel. I like their work and I don’t think they need to pay anyone but it will pay for itself with new subscribers

[@romelleking7426]

I have the new Cobra's and I can tell you for sure they are incredible! Feel great, look superb behind the ball and have a good level of forgiveness. I have a mixed set...PW to 7 MBs and 6 to 4 Cab's. Great set definitely worth trying

[@matthewmccullough6211]

Rick, I work as a club fitter and have had the opportunity to test most of the clubs on the market. I think you will be disappointed by the cobra cb. They have a TON of offset for a cb iron, and they feel really firm/clicky. The new srixon zx7 have less offset and still a bit clicky imo. I would recommend looking at the ping i230 with maybe an icrossover or i525 for your driving iron or look at something like a mizuno pro 225 or 223.

[@BLKMeSa]

Agree 100% I played the first-gen ZX7/ZX5 combo, and the i230 feel very muted and soft (close to the ZX7 and way softer than the ZX5). Even after testing the mk.ii ZX irons, the i230s were as forgiving as the ZX5, but felt way better. They are consistent in carry distances, get up in the air easily, and look clean in the bag. Not to mention Ping's custom fitting is second to none. Maybe the only downside is the weak number of included no-upcharge shaft options which do not come close to Mizuno's.

[@TheMachoMan]

I think Rick would do well with a Srixon ZX7/ZX5 MkII combo set. Turf interaction is the best out there and they are super soft, accurate and forgiving 🎯

[@davidlister5964]

Superb irons I currently play the combo set best irons I have used.

[@nathwak]

he doesn't seem to review much srixon clubs - last srixon club review i saw from him was for 745/945 irons

[@tommyod6345]

Rick needs to work on his swing first.

[@MrICURNVS]

Zx5 is a solid choice.. especially since he does not want the "power" irons. I Mixed in the ZX4 3 and 4 iron.. solid solid set.

[@Riceburner86]

i agree.

[@GP-tt2te]

It's the swing, short game, and putting lol. New clubs won't do anything except maybe give you some brief confidence that will disappear quickly. Also put the ego aside and drop the utility iron for a hybrid, 7, or 9 wood.

[@johnhipp7926]

hey Rick, take the screw out of the side of the driver pack it with something like plastic that comes in packages or something of that nature put the screw back on and boom you will love the sound of it! i did this with both my g410 and g425 totally changed the sound without adding any swing weight

[@Coach_Scooby]

Interesting to see a pro like yourself have similar thoughts as a recreational golfer. Similarly, I swapped my gap wedge for one that matches my iron set to give me more confidence on the full distance shots. I really don't use my sand and lob wedges outside of 50-60 yards.

[@TLRChad]

Don't leave out the Wilson Staff CB irons Rick. Incredible feel and the forgiveness is there as well.

[@austinbraswell8700]

I really enjoy my cobra radspeed 3 wood. I'm in agreement with you on the rails. I love just the little bit of piece of mind that gives me just a little bit more confidence with it. And the fact when I hit it square it just feels and sounds absolutely amazing. I love it.

[@cdb195]

Very surprised you didn't upgrade to the latest Ping driver. Sounds like it has all the forgiveness with more distance and better sound. Everything else made sense. Excited to see what you end up replacing everything you are with! Great explanations and reviews.

[@natpaul81]

I agree. I upgraded after playing the 425 for a year and I love the 430. PING really came through as advertised.

[@chowhound4844]

I figured after how well he hit it at Augusta there was no way he was swapping that one out. If I hit that tee shot off 1 that'd be my driver for life lol

[@coreyvanular]

G425 has better numbers than the g430 I’ve heard

[@carpykeith]

I just went from TSi3 to G430 LST, paradym triple diamond was longer but control/dispersion was an issue! I play i210’s BUT just seen the new PXG cavity backs, forged & milled, got to be worth a fitting!

[@matt.ja90]

Would be cool to see some Wilson Staff gear in the bag. The new Dynapwr Carbon driver looks sweet or even their irons. Hugely underrated brand!

[@neilcollie346]

Love my D9's

[@K_V1_4]

@@neilcollie346 same, the D9 forged irons are underrated and more forgiving than they look, definitely an upgrade from TaylorMade MC's

[@pelicanlover69]

@@neilcollie346 Me too.

[@89AGS]

I'm going for a fitting next week for a full bag of dynapower. Loved my initial hit of the demos

[@andybt3989]

Get Wilson back! You seemed happy with them! It’s a brand I’ve always fancied and never bought beyond fairway woods. That putter needs to go! Odyssey worth a try!

[@bradylangston9731]

Just got fit for the new Srixon Mkii irons, cannot recommend them hem enough. Do not overlook those they are as good as anything!

[@RDO1998]

I’ve got a G425 driver too - there’s definitely nothing I’d change it for, even though it’s tempting with the extra distance I could get when testing callaway alternatives

[@alexgarcia7104]

Mostly excited for the new reviews channel. That’s what got me into golf. I was just up late at night watching you review clubs even though I’ve never golfed in my life lol. It made me want to golf and here I am 5 years later golfing all the time 🙌🏼

[@OpticDetailingKY]

You should really do a full fitting with the boys at TXG that would be phenomenal content!!!!

[@FF04RDF]

That would be brilliant 👍🏻

[@byadyatama]

please! i would love to see rick and ian crossover

[@DonKrcmarik]

Rick, I really love my Cleveland wedges. I hit the RDX-2 in 50, 56 and 60 degree. An interesting thing about the is a two part bounce angle so you can hit ones in the back of your stance with lower bounce.

[@WWPxGaming]

Rick, here is an idea for you; when testing the new golf ball you would like to use try making it a blind test where you paint the ball or mark out the branding. This would allow you to focus on feel and performance.

[@clintweckwerth3917]

Great video! I love how Rick steps through his thought process. I also love how he leaves all of his "binned" clubs as cliffhangers with the unspoken hopes a different brand will reach out and throw him a bone on replacing them :-) haha just teasing! Thanks for the great content (as always) Rick!

[@JR-xn4gl]

I appreciated hearing your thought process and rationales for choosing both the clubs that are (or will be) leaving the bag and those that are staying. Thanks!

[@tomkeane2629]

Rick where are you man. This is the longest I've gone without seeing a video uploaded by you.

[@mek90703]

Good call keeping the 3 wood! Biggest mistake I've made in golf was getting rid of an old Callaway Warbird 3 wood trying to chase distance. I haven't found one I've liked as much since.

[@scottrichard6717]

Great content Rick, new sticks always bring a level of confidence when we play. Looking forward to more videos!!

[@eddiekear5800]

Got the making of a great video series this! maybe a video on each new club and the process/fittings you went through??

[@ggriesenauer]

Hey Rick, I always love the club reviews, and when you do club changes in your bag. It's cool to see your thought process each time. I am curious though... do you think your game suffers from changing clubs as often as you do?

[@briarmeadow]

The snow has FINALLY stopped falling, the sun is out, Spring is here, local courses that had to delay opening due to the eternal winter are prepping for a May 1 opening - and I'm going thru my bag as well. First to go? The BAG! So old. And my LW and SW, both SM8's, have only been ok for me. My wedges are usually great. I really need 'great' with those. The rest of the bag is pretty new and stays. Oh, new ball this year. Going back to the ProV1 - Had been using a Chrome Soft the last several years. My son gave me a yellow ProV1 to try, thought I'd like it. I didn't think I'd like it, but i was very wrong. Better ball flight all the way around for me. Great feel on the green putting. Sold. Even the yellow. I enjoy your channel and look forward to the next. . . . . Cheers.

[@scottconklin3241]

I recommend checking out the Cobra King Tour. I’ve been playing the earlier version, forged FlyZ+, for five years. My lofts are weaker than the new King Tours, back then they were closer to the new Cobra CB’s. Was all set to get some custom Mizunos before I hit them. The feel reminded me of a well-struck blade, which is what I grew up playing.

[@fishnaldo]

I would love to see you holding a charity auction for any clubs you're taking out of the bag. Some of the clubs would do really well, particularly anything with your logo on them. Looking forward to seeing what you add to the bag this season!

[@BirdiesandBitcoin]

Those cobra cb's do look slick

[@majorsmythe1]

Honma look to them.

[@Kihwan-sk]

For wedges possibly change 46 to a pitching wedge (48) and go with 52,56,60 for equal gaps between the wedges

[@adz5OOO]

Been a while since we had new content. Hope all is OK 👍 if it's a planned break then enjoy it!

[@jeffreybenditt3776]

Just wondering the same thing. No podcast this week either.

[@haggaman64]

Beginning to get a little concerned, praying all is well.

[@yogiebere]

Love it Rick! A recommendation on the wedges: I run a set PW, and vokey 50, 54, 58 with lower bounce on the 50, mid on the 54, and high on the 58. I really like this gapping for full swing distances and the options on bounce give me a variety of shots around the greens and bunkers.

[@tommyminton7826]

I agree that it's more about technique than the equipment, but changing to a different brand of wedges (even if just for a short time) may give you a different mindset, like a refresh, starting anew with figuring out your short game.

[@kyledavis8082]

I love how Rick has been talking up a complete bag change for the last few months on the podcast, but when it comes down to it is basically only getting a new iron set. Just goes to show that if it's not broke, don't fix it! I would have loved to see head to head testing of new products against his current set to make the decision for each slot though.

[@davehudson3439]

11 days without a new video, Rick....what's up??

[@sherlockholmes60]

He's building the mythical review studio.

[@SethHunt89]

Great video Rick, absolutely in love with your new bag. At this point in your game and the need for a change I and I think many fans would love very much to see you go get a proper fitting for your full bag. I think it would make an incredible video not only for your channel but also for viewers who would like to see a fitting. I strongly feel that finding someone whom is brand agnostic and just giving you the hard data would be a treat to see. Love the content Rick as always.

[@671james]

Where’s the new “break 75” video? 🙏

[@dany-ps2my]

A Pro told me years ago to go to a center shaft putter, best advice I've ever received, improved my putting by tons

[@haggaman64]

How come no content this week? Is all well?

[@MNJon]

Excited to see the changes. Have you checked out the Wilson Staff CB irons? You mentioned liking the V6s which these evolved from and for me, they have been the best feeling irons I've hit this spring.

[@LordCuckington]

Bring back more “what’s in the bag” videos

[@okeesmokee6658]

Good video with great insights as to how you select your clubs. It reminded me of something that happened a month ago. Golfing with my brother - we haven't golfed together for 10 years and he actually gave up the game. Playing down in Phoenix, course way to crowded, we are backed up on a par 3. Talking to the guy in front of us, he has a new, full set of PXGs - got a good deal on them, said he consistently gets 20 to 30 yards more per club. My brother is interested in new clubs because we are both playing 10 to 15 year old equipment - it suits us. So we start watching the PXG guy, based on almost every golf shot he hit, his ball was only going 25-35 yards - watched him clunk two into the water on another par 3. So, just as you have a hard time giving up on old Bluey (3 wood), I play my old clubs because I generally know how they will react. I admire your skill level in actually being able to tell how different clubs react because in my case, it isn't the clubs, its the operator. Will be watching your equipment channel starting in May - thanks for your work.

[@toddrobinson8876]

I was so happy when you revealed the bag. Good for you Rick! Maybe think Mizuno for irons and wedges?

[@MikeStandridge-s6m]

Your staying with the Ping. You hit well but the best drives I've seen you hit were with the new Wilson driver and there were other people said the same thing. Love the channel waiting patiently for spring in Mn. Minnesota Minnesota

[@laurentkaelin8089]

I understand the reasoning of 14 degrees of bounce in English winter, but not for the Scottish summer links courses. You should get a set of each, depending of where you are playing. No surprise of skinning a 14 degrees bounce wedge when you are on a links course... Have fun tinkering your bag, that is almost as good as playing 😅

[@burrville144]

@Rick…. Where did you go? I hope everything is okay and you’ll have new content out soon.

[@_kdotp]

I’m a linksmaster owner and yes, it’s absolute class. A Rick Shiels bag isn’t his bag if “Old Bluey” is not there. Can’t wait for the new clubs, Rick.

[@Nipitinthebuds]

I had literally the exact same wedge set up down to the model. I ended up moving to vokey 46°, 52°, 58°. The 58° is the perfect pairing of the 56 and 60. This also is a better spread for me and approaching from 50-120 yards.

[@mfcdaz1]

Goto BlingYourSwing Rick, get that putter marked central! Done a fantastic job personalising my putter.

[@spurde4195]

I was asking myself the same questions with my wedges. I went with a full set of Edel SMS wedges and i strongly recommend them. Crazy spin machines.

[@GTBMuckface]

6 index here. i would recommend for you rick, try a 7 wood instead of a long iron. i hit long irons for years and last year tried a g430 7 wood and there was no comparison. easier to hit, longer shaft goes further, really got better performance and value. for irons, try hitting the srixon zx7s, they are ridiculously forgiving and easy to hit. cheers

[@SC-yb8xu]

Genuinely love how honest you are about clubs and brands 👌🏻

[@alexanderniessen5036]

You are to funny! Really relatable explanations. At the end where you show your swings you can be 15 - 20 yards longer. Shift earlier to in your downswing to the left with you hip. This would make your very classic swing more dynamic. Cheeers from SoCal.

[@shawngaspar9811]

Good call on the 425, that club treats you well. Linksmaster is crazy nice.

[@markbishop2787]

The new bag is sick! The best of luck on the hunt for some replacement irons!

[@HillbillyJedi88]

I was in the same spot at Rick with wedges. 50, 56 and 60. Had the Vokey SM7 56 bent to a 55 and then had an even 5 degrees of loft difference between them all. Working pretty well so far.

[@projectrebuild908]

Old bluey is like your relationship with Peter Finch. It doesn't come out much, but when it does comes out, it always delivers.

[@Chewie-zc5hr]

For irons I can’t recommend the Mizuno MP-18 SC enough! Few years old but go a long way, amazingly forgiving and feel like nothing else.

[@Golf_Hack]

Rick, try the Mizuno JPX forged and the JPX Tour. Obviously they are soft as butter when you hit them well because they are Mizuno. They are also forgiving and look great behind the ball.

[@williamf9633]

The new ping driving iron is a good addition the adjustable loft sleeve is super handy

[@chaddrc4078]

Hey Rick. Great video. Time to throw a set of mp20 hmb irons in the bag. Still get a little help similar to a cavity back and feel like no other in my opinion!!

[@lunarneptune4006]

Iam so excited watching, tomorrow is my first time playing golf. Man I hope its awesome

[@daylarfarshot523]

2 minutes into the video and I just noticed something: This video was #29 in Trending!! Congrats Rick!!

[@mitchcocker4514]

Great video! I have the same cobra 3 wood and ping driver! I reckon that 3 wood gives the driver a run for its money some days both are good but the 3 wood is unreal, ain’t leaving anytime soon!

[@icecream22ful]

The rogue ST woods and drivers are the Ole'Bluey for me. They sit so well behind the ball and sound amazing. The 5 wood is my favorite, goes just as far as a 3 wood and sometimes driver

[@patrickscott-er1rr]

I found the Apex UT 18 degree iron in a Goodwill for $5.99 love it, I did at one time hit my Ping Eye 1 iron off the tee on narrow fairways. Bought the ping set more than 40 years ago from a shop in LA, they are a match set from 1-SW...way ahead of there time.

[@818er2]

I'm super New to your Channel, I'm really enjoying it! Don't know if you have a vid on this or not, I'm a 10.8 Handicap. My putting is horrendous!!! Can you do a vid on how to Properly Read A Green??? Would really be interested on your technique. Thnk you.

[@gohamm8629]

I did the same with putting a PW that matched the irons vs a “wedge” PW, and gained far more confidence with it. Good move!

[@whitey2shotpewpew825]

I believe Alec Steele is back in the UK again. You should book up with him to get a center mark on your putter. You could guarantee center, and he could do a short video of it. Win win.

[@bencornish8523]

Had a cobra 3-wood for so long. Recently tried the stealth 2 3-wood and I’m in love!! Needs to be tested by the main man!

[@garrettscott4094]

I have loved my 2 iron hybrid. It is my safe tee shot club, and perfectly fits the gap between 3w and 3i.

[@1keithsingleton]

Great to hear more reviews of golf clubs coming back, they’ve been sadly missed.

[@brianmcpeake2509]

Old Bluey lives on! 🎉 My F9 is in white and it's never leaving the bag either...

[@timkenerson1118]

I want to see Rick review the Good Good line up of putters!

[@garyosborne8906]

Thanks for the video, Rick. I love everything you put out based on entertainment value (which is the primary reason I watch any KZbin video). That said, perhaps this video was a little premature. Basically, you are saying that you’re keeping all of your clubs for the moment. While it sounds as if you are committed to changing the irons you also seem to have no clear front runner in spite of mentioning that you like the Cobras…..but you must not like them THAT much because you have yet to order them. I’ll look forward to the day you REALLY decide to change some clubs and share what those changes are and why. Hopefully that day will come soon.

[@mrmrsshepherd46]

Love it rick, great show!! look forward to see what ends up in your bag!

[@robertbeato2795]

Just picked up the g425 max driver and after a few times at the range I took it to a course I’ve never played and actually hit the most fairways I’ve ever hit plus landed quite a few greens on par 4’s. Looking at the g425 woods and hybrids

[@andrewchandler9197]

I want to see you test and review the RZN golf balls. I personally love them. For me I feel like they have a great feel off the driver, and amazing around the greens. The only con I have with them is I feel like they are fast off the face of the putter.

[@TheCordlin]

Ping making best irons out recently, the crossover is a good addition to the bag for a driving iron

[@miketudman4951]

Thanks!

[@bear3n08]

With the success of Paradym on the tour this year, might be time to give Callaway a try. Yes, I’m a Callaway fan boy. Lol. I’ve loved the irons for the past 25 years. I’ve tried others but the response from the irons is classic. I’ve not felt that with any others. I’ve tried many throughout the years. It all comes down to a personal feel. What you like, what gives you the most confidence, and pleasure.

[@golf007sd2]

Rick you really should consider the Wilson Staff CB iron set from 4-GW. I love my set; standard lofts, pure forged makeup, thus amazing feel; very sexy looking and well priced. In fact, not to long ago you tested them out and had a very rewarding test. That said, I also have the Wilson Staff 52 Wedge as well. For your less loft 56-60, longer irons and driver....I highly recommend you giving TXG a call and have Ian give you a nice fitting. With respect to the ball, I started my pick from the putting green and worked my way back. In the end, I went with the Vice Pro Plus for their feel, perforce and cost efficiency.

[@Chris_Willows]

Sooo, a 20min video about your old clubs, great content

[@TimeBomb008]

love to see you get a full fitting sesion to decide what goes in the bag

[@garybriers690]

Missed a trick, Papa's got a brand new bag. Love it keep it up

[@michaelswick4251]

Mizuno irons or maybe Srixon are soft and forgiving and have always looked the part. I know you said a thicker driving iron. Almost sounds like a hybrid. Love the Ping driver and the true blue 3 wood. Evenroll is awesome.

[@adrianlovett3483]

PXG irons soooo customisable! Nothing feels like a Mizuno Taylor Made P range ? Srixon Zx5/7 combo ? Such fun Rick enjoy

[@sameeranand6572]

Love the links legend bag, I’ve got in a grey with my home club’s logo. I’d highly recommend you test the TSI3 hybrid (I guess TSR now). I’ve got a similar shot shape and miss as you, and normally hate hybrids as they tend to go left. The minimal offset on the TSI3 and ability to fade-bias it may make it a good fit the top end of your bag. Good luck!

[@michellenolan8982]

Love the new bag, can't wait to see the changes to the clubs this year.

[@daltonnorth6139]

This is going to be interesting but I would change your long iron for a 7 wood, there is a reason why the pros are doing it and you play well with old bluey

[@xdaveleex]

I would love to see you take on an idea I've had for years. Really depending on your level of play, finding clubs or setups that have dual purpose. Example find a driver with the loft at 9 degrees with a certain shaft for your distance setup vs. A 10 degree loft adjustment with possibly a different shaft. Not talked about a lot but pros make these modifications pretty often and would be cool to see you share the wisdom with the public now that adjustable woods have become some predominant. Like a refined version of your playing with 2 sets video that then goes into different wedge grinds.

[@edwardnapoli2273]

I just got p790 irons and by far the best irons I’ve ever used. Soft feel, forgiving, shape the ball beautifully, nice height and look great