The UNEXPECTED Best Driver 2023! This driver really surprised me!

[@martynhenderson8478]

I ended up with the Wilson dynapower carbon would have been interesting to see that in the mix as it has the distance and saves you a few quid.

[@Da.Onus.Burger.618]

Golf KZbinrs almost NEVER include the Wilson or other brands like Tour Edge when doing these lists. 😞

[@walterwinstanley8502]

The Srixon seemed arrow straight with each tee shot and at its price point it seems a clear winner. The Titleist however has the performance to match its outstanding appearance and the brand is pure class IMO. A great video. Thanks.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great point of view, thank you for tuning in too!

[@kenbrown2808]

I put a Calloway Mavrik in my bag this season, and I'm very happy with it. I'll be using it for at least a few years, before I change it out. got the driver and a 3 hybrid for the price of a new paradym, so I'm not bothered by being out of fashion.

[@davidrogers704]

I have just bought the Ping G430 and love it. I have really struggled to hit a driver for years and whilst I don't have your distance from the first time I hit it at the fitting it went straight which was exactly what I needed. I tried other drivers but the Ping just suited me and I think that's the most important aspect of choosing your clubs....great review by the way.

[@HowGoodGolf]

It’s a great looking club!

[@davidpollard3921]

I have gamed the TSR2 this season and its great to hit and looks the part. It may cost £100 more than the Srixon but you can pay that these days for a round of golf at some courses; so to me its value for money as it puts a real smile on my face every time I hit it

[@HowGoodGolf]

Fair point, good to here that you are loving it!

[@pauldavis8286]

I have the Titleist TSR2 driver, and preferred it to all of the drivers I tested. It was the longest and straightest for me. Didn't like the looks of the Ping driver, and never got along with the TaylorMade Stealth, and I've had the TaylorMade M2 and M3 drivers in my bag in the past. Like you, I found the TSR2 to have the classic Titleist look at address, and the performance was outstanding!

[@andybt3989]

I’ve a G425 max! My mates hate the sound, but I love the fact they do! It p1sses them off! I’ve seen a few reports, about six, of the Stealth 2 head breaking.

[@darad1659]

I recently got fitted for a driver and tried the G430, TRS2, Paradym and Stealth. I went in with a completely open mind and walked out with the TSR2. I’m a 17HC with a swing speed around 95-100mph. The TSR2 looked and performed way better than the others.

[@Golfgoodies1977]

What shaft, shaft flex and weight did you end up with?

[@darad1659]

@@Golfgoodies1977 Project X VRTX Blue 60 (X Flex). They also cut it down by an inch

[@johnaustin635]

It’s Not a New shaft you need it’s a course of lessons and time on the range !!

[@darylskogstad9399]

I'm gaming the older zx5 and have been very impressed with distance and dispersion, feels like a very easy driver to play with accuracy wise and added about 15 yards to what my ping driver was offering

[@Pud56]

I play the Titliest and only paid £350 brand new, my local pro who is with the foremost buying group. No one pays full retail price. I was fitted for the Ping 430, it was insipid, dead off of the face, the Titliest is a beast, straight, long and consistent. Won’t change it for a few years now.

[@thewatchman6074]

The dark horse you missed is the Wilson Dynapower. It's been getting great reviews.

[@Vulneravariable]

I love a Srixon Driver. I’ll be able to afford this year’s model in a few years. 😂

[@jonbuikema7399]

What about a best of the rest group? Mizuno, Wilson, Tour Edge, PXG, all of these are solid drivers.

[@jonathancox6877]

I went in on a fitting and tried them all on a shaft that was determined to work the best for me at swing speeds of 105. The callaway was good but as seen here, shorter than the rest. I absolutely hated the shape of the Taylormade and just could hit it. Hit cobra well but again, shorter than the Ping and Titliest. All heads I tested were the LS models ( low spin). The only difference for me between the TSR3 and the G425 LS was about 2 yards carry which the Ping made up for in roll out. I ended up going with the Ping as it was on sale but did not buy from the place of fitting as I could not see paying 1300 for just a driver. So I ordered the Ping with stock shaft on sell, sold the stock shaft and put that towards the shaft that fits me perfectly. It still cost me 800 with taxes, shipping, ect. 700 with the stock shaft sold. But that’s still saved me a ton in order to upgrade my iron.

[@johnagricola5954]

Gr8 video thank you for the break down..

[@johnsadler6441]

My cobra F9 goes no further than my Cleveland Custom Classic but I am now over 70 so maybe it's just me getting old 🙂 For testing, I would love to know the true loft of each club because I doubt they are all exactly 9.5 degrees. I think the lofts can vary by +/- 1 degree so you could easily be comparing 10.5 to 8.5

[@4g63mark]

My Stealth driver doesn't go any further than my Cleveland HiBore XLS. People are only paying for marketing gimmicks and better looks.

[@TheTraditionalGolfer]

I have the old z785 srixon driver in my bag and it goes really well I've hit nearly all the latest drivers other than the stealth and it performed equal to any of the latest drivers for distance and dispersion. I also have a mizuno stz220 and that performs fantastic aswell both great drivers.....

[@biagiocozza8875]

I have always been a Titleist driver fan. Best time to buy one, is when they have released a new model, then buy the older model, for a lot less.

[@donaldwilcoxjr.5212]

I bought a cobra speedzone 4 years ago after all the hype of the f9 ....and it was a year old at time so i got a good deal on it brand new still in plastic ....and it was good ...but i eventually had a shaft built rdx carbon fiber ....at half an inch longer than stock 3 wood ....and that was a game changer ....so i wanted to upgrade since i had spent the money on the custom shaft ...i bought a ltdx head still in plastic for under 200 us dollars ...and it is not just good but very good ....gained about 8 to 10 yards ....i could have got an areo jet ....but went with the ltdx....now i play every Saturday in a friendly mo ey game with a group of guys and i have hit most the drivers in this vlog....by far for me its the ltdx....the ping 430 max is a great driver as well....dont like the callaway or the stealth ...but thats just my opinion.....i think cobra gets a bad rap because its maybe not as expensive or used on tour maybe idk ....but there last 5 or 6 drivers have been very good ....

[@HowGoodGolf]

Ahh no way, good hear it from your opinion, thank you for tuning in, much appreciated!

[@mrmatt8949]

I wouldn’t pay what they’re asking for these drivers. It’s got out of hand

[@davezalinko1354]

The sad thing is you are 100% correct. Problem is hundreds will be spending thousands showing these companies prices aren’t high enough yet.

[@Da.Onus.Burger.618]

@@davezalinko1354- And YOU are correct, too! Even used they’re still well out of my price range. I’d rather spend the money on greens fees or the occasional lesson.

[@sakupitkanen7574]

Best strategy is to buy 1-2 years old driver. 40-50 % cheaper and same performance for average golfers.

[@mrmatt8949]

Glad I’m not alone fellas😂

[@NineEyeRon]

IMO any decent head from the last 5 years with a custom fit shaft and grip will beat new stock in most cases.

[@mikebarnard2689]

Back in the day when Ping were engineering the G400 series, the LST head hit the Goldilocks numbers … ie. anything exceeding that data was illegal. The G400 Max was close but has a much larger MOI so more forgiving. Unless you need movable weights… nothing legally can outperform a G400 LST. Funnily enough they are still pricey used 😀

[@jimwocha4949]

Interesting. I game the 400 max currently. My only criticism is sometimes it spins too high. Might keep an eye out for an LST head

[@mikebarnard2689]

Try lowering the rear weight in the 400Max.. it reduced the spin for me to a perfect 2200 and club feels a bit lighter.

[@jimwocha4949]

@@mikebarnard2689 what's the stock weight though and where can you get different ones?

[@Power5]

All these young youtubers today have no clue how much we all wanted that ting sound back in early 2000s. That meant you had the new aerospace titanium faced clubs. Only the most expensive had that sound. The rest of us had to make due with steel faced clubs that sounded like hitting the ball with a fence post. Now the new clubs all seem to have gone back to that lower thunk sound and I am not a fan. I love the sounds of the cleveland drivers, srixon is a cleveland. I want people to hear my 210 yard drive on every hole of the course I am walking through the woods at. Good news for me is that I am still playing a 2008ish club. So I still get that beautiful ting sound.

[@HowGoodGolf]

I’m 30 hardly call they young but okay! Everyone is entitled to their opinion, appreciate you tuning in!

[@dobermanownerforlife3902]

1997 Taylormade Ti 9.5* bubbles shaft. If I still had that club today, I'd still be using it.

[@Power5]

For sure. Buddy had one when it came out. Meanwhile I was swinging my fence post till I got a full set of 1999 Cleveland ta5 gold. Actually still playing them. Swapped out the woods but still playing the irons.

[@dobermanownerforlife3902]

@@Power5 I got fitted for the new titelist t150s after Christamas. These will be my new forever irons. I took one swing and said "oh.... I understand now...".

[@j0ee_m]

Still gaming stealth 1. I feel like the prices of drivers now a days I wouldn’t think of upgrading for 2-3 years. Great test though! Great first video!

[@ejrangel57]

I have the Srixon ZX5 in the bag and love it! Along with the ZX4 irons!

[@jasonkitchens4485]

I'm excited about the new channel. As to the question of Titleist v Srixon, I'd choose the one I felt more confident with while standing at address. $100 more for three yards seems steep if I like the way the Srixon looks more than the Titleist, but I would have no qualms paying it if the Titleist won the eye test.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you Jason!! Appreciate the supper. It’s a great point for sure. Only one winner then??

[@undeadh0ps]

Would agree that Titleist is the only other one I'd buy, but currently rocking the srixon

[@Bangaveragegolfer]

Loving the new channel. Currently gaming a Callaway Epic Speed driver, not looking to change it atm but if I was the Titleist TSR2 would be top of my wish list

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you dave! Interesting… yeah i loved the titleist!

[@stephenhenderson9535]

If your buying a new one personally with minimum difference in distance my advise is go with the one that looks the best for you. As chances are you'll play better with it over the one that gives you 5 more yards on the computer.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Yeah good point

[@franskrause4658]

Thanks. As you plan to do many reviews, maybe you can compare drivers since 2018, first drivers of the same year and then per brand since 2018 to 2023. Keep in mind that many of us rather need a forgiving driver.

[@HowGoodGolf]

That's the plan! What a great suggestion Frank !!!

[@roondoggers87]

I have the LTDx LS and love it. Won't be updating the driver for a long time.

[@CanadianBiPolarBear]

I bin playing srixon since i started golfing a few years ago, it would take something magical to get the zx7 irons out of my hands and the zx woods and hybrid...i have swaped to a ping max g30 driver from my zx7 drivet , just a little more consistant on bad strikes which i need right now

[@Brant2580]

I just tested these at Golftown, and the Srixon blew me away. I ordered the ZX5 LS MKii 8.5 with an extra stiff shaft. I had no idea it would be that good. Ordered the 3 wood as well.

[@Brant2580]

I was hitting the 9 degree TSR3 way too high and spinny. The fitter said he saw a video stating that if a player achieved this with the TSR, they should try the Srixon. I'm really happy that he heard that.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Interesting! Love the extra stuff approach… thanks for tuning into the video

[@NotSoSlimShadle]

I'm happy to see Titleist on top. I've been a Titleist snob forever. 😁 My entire bag is Titleist. TS3 Driver, TS3 3W, TS3 3H, T100S 4I-PW, Vokey SW, Scotty Cameron Champions Choice Button Back putter. Oh, and I play ProV1 balls. LOL!

[@bruceguilford6269]

This year replaced my Titleist DCI irons of 20 years with Ping G430s and love them. Next year will be drivers and woods.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Love That Bruce! Did you get fitted

[@treyz9148]

Great comparison video but I would have love to see a PXG gen 6 in this comparison.

[@iangough7312]

Great review Alex. I'd go for the titleist because the looks and sound seemed so much better. If it looks good and sounds good then your more than half way there..keep the reviews coming.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you for the support! And yeah, it’s lovely isn’t it.

[@johnretzer7267]

The Srixon is in my bag now. I'm a fan.

[@saintcruzin]

That Titleist Driver is not only long but…best feel….I love mine 🏌️‍♂️

[@ronj9460]

should add a wilson dynapower carbon to the mix for an underdog twist.

[@franz289]

I have the Callaway Paradym driver which was an upgrade from my Callaway Maverick. The process of of picking this driver is much more patterned to my needs. First I’m a shorter than the average player which translates to a little flatter swing. 2nd, I have enough clubhead speed which puts me in between a stiff snd regular shaft. 3rd I don’t just replace a driver because a new one is out with only cosmetic changes. I ask my equipment guy for many years if there are any tech change on the new versions. Is the MOI (moment of inertia) updated? The location and size of the sweet spot on the face of the driver larger than the previous model? Last if my club head speed improves with new shaft tech. This has been by guidelines for switching from a driver that still works for me. For my irons, I still have my Mizuno JPX tour blade. I change irons every 10-15 years if the tech changes. The last was moving from square to V grooves. Other than that most irons are cosmetic changes only.

[@HowGoodGolf]

That’s interesting to be fair, i haven’t thought about being a shorter hitter. Thanks so much for tuning in!!

[@jayfangRSA]

Not easy in my location to get fit for Srixon. Of the models I tested TSR 2 came out ahead of the rest for me and is in the bag.

[@rta1171]

I have all 3 of the new paradym drivers, I’m around a 10 handicap and ended up with the triple diamond. For feel, sound, dispersion, and distance, it was the best in IMHO. My least favorite was the standard paradym. The feel was just sort of hard , and stiff compared to the triple diamond and the X. I think it has something to do with the extra metal used in the back for the sliding weight, and it didn’t really change anything when it was moved.. The paradym x felt similar to the triple,diamond, but I can’t get along with offset or draw bias clubs. If your normal miss is to the right the X would be a great club, but I.Ike to look at a straight top line at address. I wish Alex would have tried the other 2 as well to give Callaway a better shot at distance and dispersion.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Good point! Good to hear your point of view too, thanks for tuning in

[@briankrohn7482]

I wish you could have added one more driver, the PXG GEN6. That would have been super duper. Thank you. Great video.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Next time! And thanks for tuning in

[@johncooper-t9p]

The price would definitely help. Srixon make very good clubs. I use a Katana Voltio 3 driver. Katana are more well known for making Samurai Swords but this driver is much better than the other driver I own, TaylorMade M4.

[@kevinconnolly754]

Not surprised, the zx5/7 irons are brilliant. Don't sleep on this brand

[@BigDogsGolf]

Hey bud love ur vids don’t comment loads but watch them all. And the quality is wicked.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you pal! Really appreciate that

[@BigDogsGolf]

@@HowGoodGolf my pleasure bud ur content makes me want to watch more. Keep it up

[@davidjackson7051]

A golf ball and club just make a solid sound when it all goes together with a good golfers swing huh😊

[@leonardblush2557]

I bought a closeout '21 ZX5 for $180 this past summer. That made it a no-brainer, but boy, that Titleist a handsome thing.

[@paulm2885]

Great test! Currently playing the Ping - for me it was more accurate and you really have to put a bad swing on it to end up in trouble. Can be a bit high spin though

[@DEANNAVILJASTE]

Absolutely loved this content! Time of the year for the "Best of 2023" 😎

[@HowGoodGolf]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gavinleeburn1]

Tsr 2 is a beaut my gamer the past year coming from taylormade sim line up which were also great drivers but the tsr was just so consistent. Looking forward to trying new models in January but will be surprised if anything touches the tsr2

[@mattrichards3070]

Can’t justify the prices. Money no object it would be the Titleist, beautiful looking thing. But I’ve just picked up a Mizuno STZ 230, for a sensible price, shame it’s not on the list.

[@michaelrowe6220]

My season-long driver testing revealed the opposite…Aerojet clear winner. Just bought it, brand new for $360. Game over.

[@DrRockso.]

Congratulations on the new channel.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Much appreciated thank you!

[@johnnyp4466]

the srixon zx5 LS is a beast

[@captainsnake7406]

Currently game the TSI2 and chopping at the bits to upgrade to the TSR2 for next season. But that price.

[@davidjackson7051]

Wood clubs probably had the best sound but technology moves on😊

[@saadur-rehman5743]

Great Comparison. TMS seemed to be the winner as it would be easier to off load when doing a replacement.

[@Da.Onus.Burger.618]

Great content as always Alex! I like the new drivers when I go demo them at my local club during Demo Days but honestly I don't think the tech has changed that much in drivers over the last 5 years other than the Stealth carbon face. Honestly I still rotate between an old Titleist 905r, a Callaway Epic Flash, and a TaylorMade M1. The only things I've changed on the TaylorMade and the Callaway are the shafts and they now play just as good as the old Titleist!

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thanks so much! I don’t think you can go wrong between rotating with them ones!

[@parmanduke]

I’ve played most of those drivers and agree as far as distance. But my gamer is the Ping Max. Unmatched is forgiveness and dispersion

[@davidjackson7051]

Love Titleist but I love my Callaway

[@tag_76]

I haven't hit the Paradym but I did hit the Stealth and Stealth 2 and both felt absolutely DEAD. To my surprise, the PXG offerings have been absolutely fantastic! The Titleist TSR 3 is a beast as well.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Ah no way! That’s interesting to hear

[@waynedouglas256]

Wilson Dynapower all day for me plus from a price point

[@diagonalhelix2578]

Sir was this the regular srixon or ls?

[@johnnybailey4091]

Good comparison. I been saving for a paradyn. Just got in to golf at 43 lol might check some of the others know

[@HowGoodGolf]

Love that John!!

[@drj0070]

Love my zx5👍

[@danieljones2870]

Just bought a brand new Cobra Aerojet for £290 and it’s working for me so think I got a great deal.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Love That. It’s Great club!

[@stephendibari5010]

This is a good comparison of the "more forgiving" heads of each brand. How about the players version heads (Lower spinning heads). Late last year I was custom fit on Trackman indoors for TSR2, it outperformed my 2016 M2. A few months ago i went in for a custom fit for TSR3 and it out performed the 2. Best driver ive ever played and ive been playing nearly 30 years ! Better sound/feel and slightly more ball speed then the 2. They're so good i custom ordered TSR3 3 & 5 woods also. These will be in my bag for a very very long time.

[@HowGoodGolf]

That’s true

[@jimmyculp8756]

WITB right now? I have Cobra LS! Tried the Ping, could not afford the TM and Callaway! Love the Cobra, will stay in the bag for some time!

[@HowGoodGolf]

Tempted to put the titliest in! good to hear yours !

[@jean-pierredumoulin8305]

it will be very difficult to change my sim2 max driver: instant 30 yards gain and straith as an arrow

[@trextrextrex]

Srixon sounded good from here. Ball flight looked great and straight

[@johnjohn1cooer]

Excellent review Alex. The Srixon driver should be tried by anyone looking for a new driver.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you!

[@labrador3231]

Always difficult to make a decision on a new driver, particularly as the prices the manufacturers ask are around £500. I recently bought a nearly new PXG driver for £110 on eBay. Being left handed makes trying out clubs difficult even today. My only concern was whether the 12 degree loft would be a benefit or negative. Happy to say it’s a big positive.

[@NoFailureAllowed]

I play a PXG driver too and love it. It’s not raved by many but it does the job great. Play with the setting on the shaft. It’s really good. If you have weights change them around. You won’t regret your purchase.

[@HawksFan67Brian]

What equipment were you using for you distance, spin, etc. readings?

[@HowGoodGolf]

The full swing launch monitor

[@kev12558]

Playing TSi2 with project x hand crafted shaft. Love it, but it’s got an odd sound now. Sort of like the sound of a breaking wooden tee, but I pay pink stepped tees. Strange. Can’t see anything obvious. Maybe the PXG 0311, Tsr2, or Ping are calling me? 🤔

[@garylewis-c2r]

love my stealth 2 wont be changing next year

[@edwardw8019]

Hey Alex, could you do a review of the Tour Edge E723 Driver?

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great idea

[@billybaxter6333]

If you are still looking at these can you tell me the kind of swing speed and ball speed you get? Great video by the way.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Going to be covering more on these soon!

[@billybaxter6333]

@@HowGoodGolf irons would be good and short game clubs.

[@ddeboy002]

For me... I hate srixon... that was out... titleist... I wanted to like it but it was just way too heavy for me to swing fast... felt like the club was piss ass slow and distance showed that. stealth 2... ahhh sweet spot for me at 53yrs and 265yrds.... love it. I drove 3 greens at 300 even with wind help about 15mph.

[@elhosserino5437]

If you hit the Paradym Triple Diamond it would've added 20 yds though a little harder to hit.

[@tedgray6266]

Great first video!!

[@HowGoodGolf]

Glad you liked it!!

[@alanhollingworth1463]

PXG Gen6 Alex. I’m sure Scottsdale Golf in Sale have ‘em if not in Bury. Go miles and easy to shape shots when fitted correctly. Try one.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Love that Alan!! Great to hear 👂

[@berylwright3301]

So interesting, food for thought

[@jimwocha4949]

Srixon are seriously underrated. The zx5 irons are great too. I play a ping driver currently but may consider a switch to the zx5. At your swing speed I think you'd want a lower loft. It would be interesting to see how that works for you. I'd guess over 300 total.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Agree!

[@wessims3412]

Depending on wind conditions and which course I’m playing, I game either the 2017 Taylormade M1 or the Callaway Epic Max. As good as anything made today and M1 is a bomber 👍

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great point, thanks for watching it!

[@jaybee7890]

You totally missed the best for 23, W/S Dynapwr Carbon. Absolute BEAST

[@markcrowell2727]

I'm curious about the Adams Idea driver...especially for the value for money paid.

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great!! What a great suggestion

[@jayneelliott449]

Looking forward to this

[@HowGoodGolf]

Thank you

[@fishmojo865]

Now that Ben Hogan golf is open again, it would be to see some comparisons with their drivers. $349 is quite a bit better price point.

[@davidjackson7051]

What about which one had the best sound

[@peterashurst1947]

Alex, great review. But, if you don’t include the Tour Edge C723 Driver, it is not a fair comparison. Nice new channel by the way! 👊👍

[@HowGoodGolf]

Coming soon! Thank you Peter

[@aliasErEf]

Srixon was in my opinion best …3 balls about the same….distance, dispersion, …..feels and sound matter of personal preferences.

[@SearchforScratch]

One element to consider is resale also - Ping and Titleist hold their value better than most imho

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great point

[@CountMackula]

Decent point. I've often found Callaway always seems to hold value worse than those.

[@HowGoodGolf]

*Which one is your favourite?*

[@aubincl1]

Rogue St max is cheaper now than any of these and is winning it for me … to me its also about a driver that ages well in terms of look and tech. Taylormade is so good at making their older model look so obselete VS Titleist where their driver will still look modern in 5 years…

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great point! thanks for tuning in

[@jlnew10]

You also have to account for resale. Down the road that Srixon will get you $150 when you move onto the next great thing. The titleist will still be worth $275 if not more.

[@HowGoodGolf]

great point !

[@scott-wright]

Srixon ZX5 user here. ✋

[@HowGoodGolf]

👋🏼

[@julianroberts698]

Would have liked to see you try the Wilson driver too Alex

[@HowGoodGolf]

Coming soon!

[@Doogie1954]

The test assumes your swing is the same each time which may be but if you are like most it isn't consistent. A swing machine is needed to give an accurate test.If the test is just your opinion of the drivers well and good but in that case each golfer will make up their own mind.

[@nathanbarrow9574]

My clubs are old the cobra ss 370 but wouldn't change them

[@HowGoodGolf]

Love that!!!

[@paulmount1119]

Next up, Titliest VS Wilson Dyna Power Please!

[@HowGoodGolf]

Great shout