TaylorMade PSi Irons

TaylorMade PSi Irons reviewed and tested by Mark Crossfield PGA professional AskGolfGuru. Mark hits the new TaylorMade golf iron with face slots and sole cut through and talks about who might get the most from these golf clubs. This is a honest review made for the consumer and cuts through the marketing chat and paid content that you see in magazines.
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[@Agent480]

TailorMade makes good stuff, they just hype everything so much and they do bring it out quite often. New equipment rarely makes a difference in my game, but buying new stuff keeps me playing and interested. If I buy a new driver or clubs I just spend that much more time hitting them and practicing, which isn't a bad thing.

[@SteveSmith-sn7kn]

Hi Mark. I bought MP25s when my HC was 23. People laughed. I would try irons like this because I would score better, but would they improve me? I think not! My position (for what it is worth) is that you should challenge yourself, and the fitter's preconception, and get a club that is "beyond your range" and work until you make the club your own. This is why I love your reviews. Unbiased and do not rely on handicap to tell you what you should play. If a fitter asks me what I play off, before I hit a ball, I walk out. #whenareyoucomingdownunder!

[@lukepullen3765]

At least one youtuber ain't on the taylormade payroll!!

[@matfezza]

people seem to rip on TM for bringing out new clubs every 2 minutes, me included but, no one seems to pull callaway in the same way. I've lost count of the amount of drivers alone callaway have released in the last 12 months or so

[@MarkCrossfield]

Haha I have mentioned it in reviews. They did go driver mental.

[@matfezza]

+Mark Crossfield I thought you might have mentioned something about their "extensive" range of drivers. What is it about TM that causes that kind of reaction? is it the amount of hype and exposure they put into a product launch or is it that the buying public feel like they've had their fingers burnt before?

[@MarkCrossfield]

Too much high hand touching for me :/

[@matfezza]

+Mark Crossfield interesting. do you feel it's more based on a reaction to peoples perception of what a brand stands for/the subset of the golfing public that brand represents or appeals to?

[@jameskempster6484]

+Mark Crossfield I bought the first of callaways newly improved big bertha series nearly 2 years ago, and I've tried the 6 drivers since and they have never increased in yardage, or performed better, slight waste of money, should use titleist as an example

[@rowdystewart9716]

I have had these irons for almost 9 years and they still are great

[@JonnyNorthmore]

The main reason that Taylormade (other brands are available) release club ranges so often I feel is to create a sense of urgency amongst consumers who are still using "older" technology. Make them feel they are being left behind and eventually those consumers will come forward and buy into this weeks new range.

[@TheIceman3244]

titliest ap2 seems to feel better throughout the set and gives just as much help on mid & long irons. sleek player footprint with help. titliest wins in my opinion.

[@jameskempster6484]

Every time, my ap2's are immense

[@fjvasquez1]

+Mark Crossfield so the TM PSi irons are the same lengths as my Titleist 690MB's, but are 1 club +1/2 degree stronger than what is on the bottom of the club. My 5 iron is 28 degrees. I can see where it can lift the ego a bit, but not if you still hit it poorly. Am I right?

[@sudman6251]

+Mark Crossfield. Your opinion of Wilson Staff?

[@Ryan-oy8cq]

Seems to preform well and a evolution of the RSi2 line from earlier in the year. Thanks for including The "Buzz Man" again.

[@MarkCrossfield]

Thanks for watching

[@killacamfoo]

Great to see the data from you and Buzzman!

[@svenhallauer3229]

Thanks for the review Mark. I'm definitely going to give them a try to see if they are more forgiving than my Mizuno JPX-850 Forged irons. Would have loved to see the 9-iron numbers from you and Steve as part of the review.

[@jorgeortiz6202]

Mark, really enjoy your reviews. It would be great to also have details on the shafts your are using when you test clubs. Models and details (weight and flex) would be very useful.

[@sashadeferm4780]

Wondering if I should upgrade my speedblade irons to Psi now... Mabe I should start by fixing my elbow first!

[@jackfantom233]

Psi irons are so nice especially the forged range

[@SMH24.7]

4:35. Interesting how Mark's descent angle is 135 degrees. How does that happen?

[@PkGam]

Taylormade does release a lot of products, ha ha! Granted I'm sure they are all good, but they can't really expect people to keep up with them do they? I mean that would get expensive if people got every supposedly-better new set as they came out, not to mention it's confusing like you said to even know what is what. Callaway has been getting like that as well in that they keep releasing things in a very short timeframe actually. So i wonder if they are trying to one-up each other more than ever. Though I would imagine that all these releases have gotta be getting expensive for them from a development standpoint because they keep churning out new things.

[@joemason6189]

Completely agree with your remarks about TM. I have the yellowy rocketbladez then tried the Green RBZ ones and the RSi - makes no different to my game 12HCP - just want to be able to hit a bladed iron with consistency! It's all about making lots of money. 😃

[@MarkCrossfield]

It's hard to keep up.

[@higgins340s]

go get a lesson then, its not the equipment, its the person on the end of it

[@aidbon9850]

Hi mark I don't know if i should get a expensive putter or i should get one like a rife putter seeing as i have only been playing a little while

[@81Justathought]

i still use my R7 Irons, but may get new ones Psi irons look good but will try other brands any suggestions Mark?

[@mattmillard7958]

Great review as always Parfield. Quick question, how do they compare to the RSI 2's? Bought them about three months ago and love them.

[@MarkCrossfield]

Not much in them really

[@mattthomas1442]

+Mark Crossfield I personally like the looks of the RSi's better than these, but that's just me.

[@kls909]

As much as taylormade releases stuff I do think they've really slowed down. As other people mentioned, I feel like Callaway is kinda taking over TM and whenever they start doing so well they just release a ton of stuff!

[@MarkCrossfield]

I agree Callaway went mental with the drivers

[@kls909]

+Mark Crossfield I do think I'll hop on the Callaway wedge train but other than that I'll stick to mizuno irons and my sldr!

[@CDIZDAHOOD]

I am new to golf and was given these irons. Are these bad to start learning with? And are these irons considered blades?

[@rowdystewart9716]

These are great irons and they are not blades

[@jonnyJB9]

hi mark, great review.. would you say that the psi are much better than the Rsi2 ??

[@MarkCrossfield]

That video is coming very soon. Watch and see

[@ianpyeiseboe]

I game the RSi1's and recently had a few hits with a 5 iron in the PSi's and I just didn't like it. It felt so much harder off the face and it sounded too "firm" as well. Maybe I'm not this clubs target audience but I'm happy to stick with the older model.

[@MarkCrossfield]

Good that you have something you like

[@ianpyeiseboe]

+Mark Crossfield I do like my RSi's but I "traded up" from a set of Mizuno JPX 825's and there's no real difference to be honest. #StuffMySlots

[@pendragon6449]

No idea why Taylormade constantly gets ripped for bring out clubs when Callaway has a million similar versions of clubs not to mention Mizuno whom also have a million different/ similar irons out... These are great irons imo

[@michaelhur7163]

any thoughts about counter balance weights?

[@AmadoWildlifeVideos]

Hmmn, they almost look like the Callaway Apex. I'm a bit wary of TM since I had the Rocketbalz for a season and went back to my beloved PINGs. Would like to like the Callaways but the Big Bertha irons probably sit better with my ability. Er, turned this into a Callaway post, sorry. #TickettoCarlsbad

[@thumper1523]

Great review as always Mark thanks! Major kudos to #Steve Buzza for his ball choice! Chrome Soft is excellent! I have to reluctantly agree with matfezza, as I am all Callaway, the number of drivers they have come out with recently is a bit much!

[@7jmill7]

So many comments of people that trade up to new irons every year....I'm just not understanding some peoples thoughts..good for you for spending the money but do people really think it will make them better?

[@MarkCrossfield]

I do wonder too

[@7jmill7]

Thanks for the reply Mark keep the videos coming, I use many of your drills throughout a year!!!

[@jameskempster6484]

No point trying them, QSI or BSI or MSI will be out next month

[@jkee1718]

so true James its just disturbing how many products they release in such a short time span...not to mention the average guy has to save what's left over after paying theirs bills to save up for theses shiny new toys and by the time the money is ready you buy em boom QSI, PSI2, M1I ETC. is on the shelf making your purchase feel like you made a mistake and your out of the cool club now...ridiculous

[@anonymous70909]

Yep, you blew this this one too! It's not about distance, get over it. It's about hitting the ball the same distance across the club face which you both did well.

[@mattpurcellheadgroundsmen]

I'll stick to my srixon 745's they feel so clean of the face and look great

[@alanbrown8476]

+matt purcell Now we are talking, most underrated iron of the year. Long, forgiving, sexy as hell, and wow...that feel. Especially with the Nippon's

[@mattthomas1442]

+Alan Brown I agree, So good looking and surprisingly forgiving, even for a 10 handicapper like myself.

[@mattpurcellheadgroundsmen]

+Alan Brown I've got them in modus 130 stiff great flight 👍

[@MrBadassbuddha]

Off topic but..., is Buzza a Vulcan, bloody hell #pointymyEars

[@MarkCrossfield]

Haha I will ask him #liveLongandholesomething

[@alanbrown8476]

Donald Trump plays Taylor Made...just sayin'

[@chillskid]

Is it me or does Mark have a little bit of a flying right elbow? Surprisingly it doesn't affect his shots whatsoever.

[@MarkCrossfield]

These video notice I have the camera below eye line when often I shoot from above eye line. 2d tricks :)

[@wodenoftheangles3339]

+JChills Most of the best players in the history of the game had 'flying elbows'. Try throwing a ball with your elbow tucked in and see how far you throw it compared to a normal throw. #donttakelessonsfromsomeonenotasgoodasyou

[@chillskid]

+Woden of the Angles A tucked elbow is different from a flying elbow. I'm talking about an elbow that is pointed more outward (flying) as opposed to a more vertical right forearm with the elbow pointed down at the hip. Look at Rory Mcllroy or Adam Scott's position at the top of their backswing for a good example of an elbow that swings out away from the body, but is not flying. That's not to say you can't play good golf with a flying elbow, but you'll have to reroute the club on the downswing like Jim Furyk.

[@chillskid]

+Mark Crossfield Gotcha, thanks for the reply Mark.

[@SgtPepper69]

Lots of Slots..

[@brendos444]

For me these don't hit the mark on looks. I think they really haven't surpassed the SLDR irons and the RSi TP irons in terms of looks. The RSi TP's sounded horrible tho. But these PSi's look a little clumsy at the back in terms of design. It really looks like it is a hurried design aesthetically (which it probably was given the product release cycles TM run on). Certainly I won't be gaming these over my Bridgestone J15 CBs. They definitely don't have that wow appeal in the bag. They perform well, but so do other irons. I can't get excited about these.

[@xavierm23]

+brendos444 I switched from J15 CB's and the numbers weren't pretty comparable. I am no TM homer by any means because of the mention product release cycles. Gave these an honest shot and they went in to the bag immediately. J15 had x100 and the PSi have KBS Tour 120. Completely different launch and and carry numbers. I was launching the 7i with the J15 about 19-20degrees and the PSi right at around 17deg. 10 yards longer. Spin was almost identical.

[@brendos444]

Xavier Molina I'm glad they work for you. Perhaps if I hit these I may get better results, but I do like the looks and feel of the J15s. Looks are definitely a winner over the PSi irons. I'm happy with my iron set up. And I'm not sure that I necessarily need another 10 yards distance on my irons.. In any case, it's whatever the individual prefers at the end of the day.

[@chrismoore2571]

anyone feel that different manufacturer's appeal to different personalities? I always feel like I want to get away from the big manufacturer's.

[@MarkCrossfield]

Good comment and definitely yes

[@chrismoore2571]

+Mark Crossfield however when I started playing just over a year ago, I was all about the big boys. I had pings and looked at getting a Scotty, even went for a Taylor made burner 3 wood which I bearly use.

[@michaelmonteith8510]

2nd

[@streamleazefishhouse]

If only they were pis irons.....

[@patrikstreng6834]

Next year should be called Bar or pascal... These names are ridiculous

[@joemason6189]

First comment woooo

[@UltraviresMOnkey]

Well done, have a cookie

[@query1527]

don't be Nokia Taylormade

[@robertmorley3609]

why does he talk so fast?