TAYLORMADE M4 DRIVER MY OPINION

[@jamieellis2297]

That "opinion" will annoy them because you are the bigger man by giving them a fair review. Great work and professional as always. Love your videos bruh

[@kurtvonsavoye5851]

Your "opinion" is much appreciated Mark. As always, your review was fair, well thought out and professionally presented, with just a touch of well earned sarcasm directed at the TM marketing department.

[@chrisi1920]

Tried it, bought it. As a 11 handicap golfer, I've seen a few yards improvement (6-10 yds better than my Aeroburner) in average distance after about 6 rounds. I seem to be hitting more fairways and have fewer big misses left and right. It just seems more consistent and my GameGolf stats also confirm this after a limited trial. I should add that this club was purchased at a golf store where I received some advice on my swing and was "fitted", though its a stock 10.5 deg driver with a regular shaft so there were no customized adjustments to the driver. Minor improvements in consistency and distance could be due to improved skill and conditioning this season, but whatever, I am enjoying playing the M4.

[@SanjuroCA]

Best explanation yet of the Twistface tech I've seen. Maybe TM should hire you to be their rep. I kid, I kid!

[@jmbb5533]

Ummm... I thought you were sponsored by Titleist? This seems like a very fair review... I'm confused.

[@18aperry]

Fair play for the honest review, TM do make good clubs but I hope they change their views in the future

[@darrensten]

Another honest review. Gave credit where it was due, questioned the marketing spiel. As you do in all your reviews! Don’t know what their problem is really.

[@russellalexander6785]

I love my m4. Don’t really see any improvement with twistface but is a great performing driver none the less. Much like you said in the video.

[@jaybyrne4562]

Went for a fitting last week, tried a few different manufacturers but M4 came out by far best on test. I'm not seeing huge differences in "twist face" but I was hitting it loads straighter than my current SLDR, which was to be expected. But as a 14 handicapper, who loses most of my shots due to irrattic tee shots, I feel this is gonna help loads. Plus 111mph club head and 167mph ball speed has got to be good!

[@paulfarns1]

Credit where it's due. You could of absolutely slated that driver but once again a fair and honest review. What were TM so bothered about 🤔? If anything most people having watched that would be more inclined to go and test it for themselves!!

[@7UpYours1234]

That first shot with the ball disappearing into the cloud was brilliant. Another great review. I'm still hitting fairways with my 2016 M2...changed my game!

[@jakestacey8035]

Very honest review , I have purchased this driver not because of Taylormade but because of one thing “FEEL” love it brahhhh

[@michaelwaugh7973]

Golf marketing is ridiculous. I love the fact that you understand this, and aren’t afraid to say so. Thanks for being you, bruh. Maybe the old twisty face could help Raymondo or Blockey? Nah, gonna take some real gamechanging tech for those two!

[@anthonyhemmings1247]

Nice and Honest Brahh ...would not expect anything else from the best Golf youtuber

[@stevenstewart1308]

There's a reason cobra was using "twist face" before TM and didn't use it for marketing, it doesn't work. And if it does its going to be in a very limited set of circumstances.

[@alexbetts3036]

Steven Stewart the goal should still be to hit it out of the middle. It’s an insurance policy on the heel and toe

[@danielracine2350]

I just bought the M4. Played a few rounds last week. No idea what twistface is doing BUT..I got fitted for a Titliest D2 and a Ping G400 and they all go the same distance on centred hits BUT dispersion on the M4 was remarkable. Like I mean rock my world hitting fairways. Is it the tech or me, who cares. Love the club. Great driver. Good review mark. You need to get fitted for them all, play a round or two with a demo club then sit back and review what worked best and consistently before parting with your hard earned money

[@b1uelobster18]

9:57 two-stroke penalty 17-3 striking the flagstick - Sorry Mark nice 6. Great video!

[@matthewhood4810]

B1ue Lobster but mark is a modern rules guy lol ;-)

[@dsmmacdonald]

I still think they missed a trick not calling it Twisty McTwistface.

[@Foomba]

But me and Licorice saw the last of them one Misty twisty day Across the mournful morning moor motoring away... -Incredible String Band lyric

[@joelui3349]

Hi Becky sorry about that and I have to go settle in

[@joelui3349]

I will be there at

[@joelui3349]

I will

[@joelui3349]

Foomba you want to go to the

[@davidwharton6333]

Fair balance review, have watched another reviewer who was less sure about how they could hit the shots they wanted using twist face. Well done

[@tompope5131]

Mark i have mine in the bag as you say i saw very little actual difference apart from i found my bad strikes still did very well on the distance. and liked the fact it looks to sit open at address which makes me feel like I'm not going to miss left this was the reason i purchased

[@albertofernandez-sanguino3373]

Am surprised the TM special operations commandos didn't descend on Torquay GC or Dawlish Warren, demaning the immediate return of the club! Has this gotten Dan into trouble? Hope not!

[@fireboyisme]

I tested the M2 against the M4 and ended up buying the M2. I hit it better on the launch monitor, and it was about $200 cheaper. I absolutley love my M2! Best driver Ive ever owned, period. Great video Mark as always. Cheers homie🏌🏻‍♂️⛳🖖

[@dtrance]

Valid point on the tolerances. The retail drivers can be +/-1 from the advertised loft so I am doubtful they can get the high toe and low heel within +/-0.5 unless their QC department is working overtime.

[@2468Bubbly]

I bought an M4 driver recently and I am very happy with it in fact it’s probably the best driver I have ever had. I don’t think that many people buy it on the basis of the twist face technology they buy it because it’s a brilliant club and I think the best available at the moment.

[@masters-iv6hw]

Said the same about the 80s look reminds me of the film Tron very retro and that's good thing. I still use R15 and it helped me shoot 81 today after 6 months off with a broken back 😉😉 Taylormade really need to chill out and give you clubs to review always honest and have been for ten years!! Good work bruh!!

[@peteraloisio3533]

Finally you got your hands on one. Great review as always. Good to see that the week at TPI didn’t wean you off Ricky Dinks either. But I did expect you to use JJ’s foot stomp technique.

[@Hempyist]

Tried it , bought it , game it . Sounds great , gives you confidence.

[@gary2mcdonald]

My opinion you done an honest review. No need to change from 2016 M2 or G30 Lstec.

[@johncornelsen7028]

Great review Mark. I can see why a company would want to sponsor you, not just Titleist. Keep up the great work. -John in South Dakota, USA

[@BrandonKalos]

These vlogs keep getting better and better! The Drone shots are just the cherry on top!!!

[@scottwarner7728]

Another good opinion bra. I have the 2016 & 2017 M1 drivers, after hitting both I still believe in my opinion the 2016 M1 driver is the best they've built in this series. Bare in mind that due to COR testing which has been around since the early 2000's all gains will be minimal. I like & I use roll & bulge, I don't like the look of the new M3 or M4 so I won't be changing to twist face anytime soon.

[@7UpYours1234]

Great review Mark. You are as consistent a reviewer as you are a ball striker...and as consistent as the top club manufacturers.

[@John_Wood_]

Had a look at the M4 yesterday. Nice shaped head. Price is crazy. Gd review Crosser

[@nathanattwood1835]

Hi Mark, Awesome review mate! I have followed you for a long time now because of your honest opinion. Keep up the good work.

[@seanglackin8580]

Good review mark. I tested it but found it sat a bit closed at address and I was getting a lot of left shots with it loved the noise and feel and thought it was good driver. I tried the m2 as well and found it suited me a lot better. Ended up buying the m2 and very happy with it

[@joebownes2666]

Tested it at work and have to say it looks and feels good but doesn’t take my epic out of the bag :) great vid !!!

[@UpsandDownsGolf]

Good review, sounds pretty spot on. Nice to see no biased ‘opinions’ I’m really missing the course vlogs. And the match plays with pro’s.

[@paulmangat9884]

An honest opinion piece - well done, Mark. I tested the TM M4 recently, having decided to move on from my Titleist 915 D2. I also tested the 917 D2, 917 D3, Ping G400 & G400 Max, Callaway Rogue, Rogue Draw and Rogue Sub Zero. TM M4 was fine - looks and sounds good, numbers were fine. As I wasn't striking particularly well on that day I went back a few days and hit a few of these again. With a middling swing speed (c.95mph) - and somewhat erratic strike that typically delivers too much spin - I was somewhat surprised that the Rogue SZ was the best fit for me, as lowest spin meant that carry was c.10-15yds better than most of the others. So, as you always say brah, test different clubs, have a fitting - and take lessons. It has certainly worked for me :-)

[@myopenmind527]

I think TaylorMade owe you an apology. Fair and honest review. Twist face looks like a gimmick to me but that’s just my opinion. I’ll be sticking with my 7.5 degree mizuno driver. TaylorMade do make great clubs, I think your saying that you agree with that. Hopefully they keep doing this and give me a reason to give up my shiny blue mizuno.

[@kwazy2893]

For club reviews, all I'm looking for is for someone to tell me whether it is crap or not. If it is crap, I won't waste my time when it is time for new clubs. Of those that are left, I'll go get a fitting, hit them and feel how I like them. I'm not the greatest golfer so I understand that I am the issue most of the time. I just need reliable clubs that feel good when they are struck well to give me that feedback that I grooved that swing. The only thing game changing for me would be if I was to take the improvement from lessons out on the course with me and I haven't seen a club yet that can do that.

[@robbiegolding1831]

What were they so afraid of?if anything you just sold them some more clubs

[@riosax1536]

Well Mark, I got one , for me it out performed all the others after a fitting ,gave me an extra 20 yards and good dispersion over my previous XR16 driver , Liked the look , liked the feel and sound, loving your honest reviews and format I’m a 65 year old 20 handicapper who can on occasions shoot mid seventies ( just inconsistent , really need to improve my chipping ) Playing Titleist AP3 irons 4-PW , SM7 wedges , Titleist H1 rescue , M4 3wood and driver targeting getting to low teens this year

[@Brightyoungboy]

Excellent and fair review. Tried the M4. It’s a decent club but just wasn’t for me. I got better results from both the Ping G400 and the G400 Max and so went with the G400. First Ping club I’ve ever put in the bag.

[@darrenthornton8435]

Quality driver and even bettter quality Crossfield delivery. Drivers are just staying the same. Player delivery will always beat new technology.

[@Yopafyldecoast]

Tried the M3. It wasn’t as straight at the mizuno ST180 and shockingly it wasn’t as long either...good fair review though. Always enjoy them 😄

[@richardtrainor1655]

And STILL the most impartial reviewer. Classy.

[@zacharris-price3629]

I tested this and the Callaway fusion driver after watching your review on the fusion and I was hitting the fusion way better 16 handicapper and first round with the fusion in the bag shot an 11 over and hit most the fairways ! thanks for the info ! brilliant reviews as always !

[@blakeg.1093]

One of my favourite reviews Mark, very informative and unbiased. Also, I have tried this driver and I could game it for sure.

[@4578simonhi]

Having recently come back to golf following a 27 year absence (I'm only 42) ... I know who will be getting my hard earned when I do decide to get a new set of clubs. I'm old enough to see through the bullshit so I won't be sold on flashy promises made to sell clubs. Really love the Titleist vlogs you been putting out recently, those guys seem to want people to stay with them for life, not just till the hype goes from the latest marketing fad. Keep up the good work Sir.

[@bradleyjabbott]

I'm a Taylormade fan. I tried the M4, but I prefer the look...feel...sound of my 2016 M2. My personal feeling. Great video Mark. Thank you!!

[@mikesusco2260]

Just gamed one today for 18 holes, man was I crushing it...and straight! I normally use the 2016 M2 and the difference in feel, sound and aesthetics in the M4 are pretty game changing for me, at least. I feel my misses to the right we not nearly as dramatic as with the M2. I don't think I'll ever go back. I love the M4 so far but need to play more with it! Edit: I'm a 7 HCP so I'm a decently skilled player, for anybody who may think that validates one's opinion/review...

[@mitchmorris8973]

The sound off the face is really nice but the blue mizuno looks best to me, great review cheers bruh

[@michaelwilliamson3737]

Great video. I think the most relevant comment you made is that you would need to see over a whole season if the half degree helps you hit more fairways.

[@guybean8402]

Wicked review as per usual Mark, my TM M4 is arriving on Wednesday an I can’t wait it I never got on with TM drivers before an when I was testing/being fit it wasn’t the longest by far but it did bring my dispersion in Maybe it was a mental thing but like you says golfs hard so take everything you can get Keep up the good work

[@hyenasfan2668]

This is the best driver I've ever hit, I've poked some drives in the 350-360yds but hit it all summer consistently 310-320yds and got it set at 7.5°, it's crazy

[@arfarugbycoach3686]

Totally fair review. As with any manufacturer...to claim a product as being “game changing” will rightly welcome skepticism. That being said, this review remains fair and honest. Top vid 👌

[@jd9799]

Great to see a good, honest , unbiased, not tm paid for review 😄 Keep up the good work

[@davidrichard4300]

I truly enjoy watching your vids Mark. I also love the message you give, "You need to try this club for yourself". That has always been your message and I admire that. That is why I value your opinion cause there is only one agenda and that is to entertain the followers

[@realJonSpringer]

Mark, you have the best reviews and gold related stuff on YT. Keep up the great work my friend!

[@philly_r_8727]

In my opinion that was a good video very informative and independent But that’s just my opinion

[@paulallenoxfordshire]

I game the SLDR (after watching your reviews years ago) with Aldila Rogue shaft. I've tested all the new clubs from all brands in hope that I can gain yards / accuracy however nothing comes close to it for me. I hit slightly down on my driver and SLDR is the only one which keeps the spin numbers down. Unless something is released which gives me real gains, I will stick with it forever!

[@Misnjef]

Paul Allen SLDR is awesome for killing spin.

[@jbob1399]

My buddy just bought and new M2 on sale for $299.00. I can still hit it with him or past him with my TaylorMade Jet Speed that I got from their preowned site for $90.00 Three yrs ago. Hype all is Hype. thanks for another great real world test. I don't know if you know it but you've got Rick Shiels doing real world tests. Personally I think hitting golf balls off of a matt is a waste of time. what do you think? you can hit it a little fat of a matt and still get good results. Hit it fat in the real world and you come up short just like you did today.

[@brentcolby7670]

In my OPINION, that was a fair review, #customshop. Wouldn't be a vlog without the name drop.

[@McHodgebin]

2016 M2's are selling for $200 brand new in the plastic on ebay.

[@jdaunt8]

KJ Adams got one!

[@tonyblackwell7000]

I have the M4 and have been far more consistent. Maybe be luck not sure but I feel a lot more confident on the tee now

[@stevedickson3037]

Yet another unbiased and enjoyable review. I think this is a great looking club, but then so is the Ping the Callaway and the Titleist. So, win win for the consumer in my book.

[@miltontaylor7750]

Mark excellent review this was one of the best reviews I’ve seen. I really liked that you explained in detail the twistface at the beginning. The song that you were playing in the background when you hit the fat iron was fantastic. That was an old school true hip hop beat. Another hip hop beat when you hit the wood. ✊🏾👏🏾👏🏾bravo my friend bravo!

[@jons8151]

I think they mean it’s a game changer at the bank, rather than the course. In my opinion of course. 🙉

[@martynmahmoud]

Good on you Mark. I'm with you on the marketing messages. Thanks to the real relevance of your reviews for the 99.9% majority of golfers, we are all more informed and therefore take the marketing messages (eg gamechanging) with a pinch of salt.

[@bradwhiteside1497]

Great review Mark, btw love the "twist face camera" exit at the end

[@DavidSwanson6576]

Very honest as ever Mark! 👍 I actually prefer the silver/black contrast compared to last years white/black!

[@derekross7569]

Thanks for your opinion Mark, Game changer; never i've tried it and so have a lot of people and no one has said oh my god twistmyface is the answer to all my troubles. Custom shop might be tho eh? :)

[@gdad6419]

Great review Mark, l tested 4 drivers all recent releases. They all produced similar results, nothing much in it at all. The M4 in my opinion and to my eye looked the best at the ball . The deal cliincher was the price , £100 less than the rogue which was also very impressive. Got fitted , bought it , loving it , for now. Average golfer playing off 12.

[@andrewrhimes9742]

Excellent review. Really liked the comparison to roll and bulge.

[@lisaholic123]

Great review and good job educating the public. Then again, brand loyalty can blind certain people's eyes.

[@TheAssassination1985]

Hi mark i totally agree with what you are saying about taylormade make excellent clubs my only problem is with them is that they make too many of them in the next 6 months will be another driver out saying it will improve you again... Thats what i like about titleist when i have the money id like to more to them next but would be getting fitted before i make a final decision.. keep up the good work

[@jonathanthomason7896]

Tested them as well as other 2018 driver models. Great dry ball data and felt great. Average 220 carry spinning around 2200. Rouge performed a bit better for me. None of them performed well enough replace what I’m gaming which is a Nike Vapor Speed. Hit it while testing new equipment. Still hit the Nike Vapor average 220 carry spinning around 2400. Just goes to show that there’s a club for everyone. Doesn’t matter what’s on the head. Your numbers where a bit lower with the club I game. Doesn’t mean it’s not a good club, but just not for you. I know a lot of weekend worriers would do good to test and find the right club for them and not worry about what’s on the face or if it’s twisted or not.

[@gold4every1]

Mark, great feedback and your honest opinion is worth listening too. I would however question your ball divot repair skills..... Just Saying. :-)

[@davidfinn9828]

Tested m3 m4 with my own tour stiff kurkage shaft and settled om m3 as my swing speed went up by 4 miles per hour in relation to my own m1 have to addmit masive diff impressed

[@ianb1813]

Rising above the Taylormade silliness. Love it.😬👍🏻

[@eddybrand4633]

Am trying it on the course tomorrow Mark.

[@rkj4114]

Good fair review. In your opinion would you use this TM over the Epic??

[@fredy9203]

i personally love the twist face on the m4 it helps a lot with me hitting slices having my shots be more consitent Great vid as always

[@stephenandrews1988]

In the bag, 9.5 D-Type Hzrdus S shaft. So far so good......

[@Mr.Bill-cnd]

Mark you are the best golf journalist out there -- and the funniest.

[@carp7697]

Just now able to get a 910d2. I'll check one of these in about eight years and let you know.

[@LazarusDangerfield]

Pretty reasonable review. TaylorMade make great drivers... I've no idea what they were afraid of?! Personally I'm using a 2017 M2 driver and see no need to upgrade for another 10-15 years at least, there's only so much manufacturers can do with a lump of metal!

[@TramSpotter649]

To set the scene, about two weeks ago I played with a pro in a members' competition. He is quite a long, high hitter who played well (under par) using a twist face. The flight of the ball was uncannily like the classic self-correcting s-shape (if viewed from above) of the old Maxfli DDH golf balls that were popular in the 1980's. Very interesting.

[@keithharris6442]

Custom! Spot on review. It's good yes but it can't promise you the world it's still up to the player. Great testing on Dawlish loved that course cheers

[@scottfrewing7873]

So balanced and fair, lucky you aren't sponsored by a competitor.....oh........

[@JP-et9ox]

Hello Mark thanks for this video. I just had the opportunity to be a tester for this club. I tried it for about 30 days and played 6 courses here in the Carolinas. To answer your question about could I game the driver I say no. I had the chance to keep the club but gave it back. I liked the look of the club however I felt way more comfortable with my previous driver and did not feel the technology was “game changing “ enough or at all in order for me to switch.

[@lukewanless9982]

Pretty fair comments dont see their issue. I hit a few shots with the M3. Would need to do more work with it but i felt it was a tad straighter but flew a little lower than my epic i felt from hitting about 10shots.

[@skyfairy1959]

Nice review- Played all the R7's, R9's R11's..... r9 Super DEEP B, hands down hottest face- best fit or me! r7 Quad changed the game of golf! Sergio and Reteif had them in there bag for awhile! Greens are running about 8-9? Should have at least 8 one putts? Pretty course-

[@adamhayes9414]

Great review Mark! My personal opinion (without hitting) is that I have trouble looking over top. Waiting to try my buddies when his arrives, even with a lower loft then I use.

[@TheCarContractSlayer]

Great Review Mark. I think I’m going to get the M2 instead of the M3/4

[@wmbishop22]

Oh, Custom Shop! Great video. I know you have been critical of club marketing, especially of TM, how would you market TM clubs given today’s marketing and this driver’s performance? All the manufacturers’ marketing departments are taking some liberties, but should it really be “we are making the best clubs possible that will be even better for you with great instruction and practice.”?

[@rhysb80]

Spent 2 hours in the sim with the M4 every shaft option etc and performance with the best setup in M4 was bang on with my current performance with M2 gen1. Great driver but indeed if a current M2 is working for you there is no reason to upgrade

[@anthonytodd5308]

I see why they HATE ME! Open honest review, letting the numbers and game ability speak for itself; even a complimentary. Awesome VLOG!

[@G.M.Wilding]

Good honest review as per usual! Prefer the shot data in graphic style rather than filming a screen, looks much more tidy 👍🏻

[@alanking5001]

GREAT explanation of gear effect , made it easier to understand . Get what TM are trying to say but #262 brah or in my case #230🤔. Agree with you on the looks .