As a golfer who is not rolling in cash, I really appreciate you testing previous versions of the clubs that may be a bit cheaper. I hope you continue to do this in your reviews. So happy that this channel is up and running!
When I saw 19mins for a review of a three wood I thought we were in trouble. But honestly this wasn’t bloated, I watched all 19 mins and thought it was a brilliant club review. If all club reviews on this channel are to this standard we’re in for a right treat. Well done as always Rick
I didn’t hit a ball for near on 18 years and since I’ve been watching your videos I’ve got that buzz back for the game. It’s a work in progress but happy to be back swinging
Ricks videos have helped me a lot. From getting me back into the game to having me doing my research on the top drivers and guiding my 16 yr old son into picking up the G 430 last week and he loves it. We were in search of the easiest new driver to hit and feel confident we found it! He’s hit it once at the range and has played a round with it. I’ve only gotten to hit 2 balls with it but both were dead straight. I’ve been super impressed. Now it’s time to find the right 3 wood. Looking forward to hitting G430, Steath, Paradym and the Titliest.
I have an idea for the channel! When you review clubs, move the green close to your average distance for that particular club. If you hit a hole in one during testing give away the club!! Love the vids Rick and team keep it up
I love the format of “current gamer” vs last year’s model vs new toy. It’s a fantastic way to walk someone through the review and make it personal to the viewer.
I love that Tensei shaft. I struggled with cuts turning into slices with other shafts but that shaft is so stable for me and my baby cuts come out great now 65g stiff Orange.
I’m relatively new to golf and got a new driver recently. When I was getting the fitting he said the shaft I had was too light for me and gave me a Tensei 75g. I can’t get over the difference between what I had and have now. No more major slices and more distance… win win
@@Richie_C such a misunderstood part of buying clubs, the shafts are so important. I got fit for my Rogue ST and could make the stock shaft work but was hitting so much better with a Fujikura Ventus Blue
@@dyn4mic87 yep, bought my fell set from a big brand shop and other than R vs S shafts were never discussed. Won’t make that mistake again in the future and have my guy now for all future purchases
This is exactly the type of review I have come to expect from your channel. Checking against the previous year and the non LST version while testing them on the same day with the same swing, brilliant. That leaves no guess work, you can see exactly what kind of performance it can offer compared to other (cheaper) versions of the same club. Looking forward to more reviews!
I'm just curious, but what do you consider mid/high handicap. In my opinion, club reviews for high handicappers are usually pointless...unless it's slice/hook correction for a driver. You'd be better off taking lessons than trying to fix things with new clubs.
the "old rick" with long reviews is back! Been following you since 2014 and this review is the best by far I've ever seen. The new studio does its part as well :)
I love that you’re back testing equipment Rick , I think I came across your channel originally for equipment testing which obviously diverged into what we have today so great to see this channel getting going
Awesome to see you post your second video on this site! Now I have TWO Rick Shiels channels to watch, I'm so happy 😁😁😁 (LOVE your studio/testing range, so jealous)!
Glad to see the new video is up on the channel! Could you please include subtitles/closed captions? It really helps listeners who have trouble following/hearing audio. :)
Rick!!! Congratulations on your first review on the channel! Also, so glad your first review is a Ping club, I have a mix of clubs in my bag and I’m happy to hear about updates to the bag if they’re in my ability!
one comment, not on the club, but on the audio volume. I had to turn down the volume during the hitting montages then turn it back up when you were talking. Thanks looking forward to more review videos.
I'm so excited and so damn jealous over the HIT studio! You're truly living my dream with the simulator, amazing adjustable putting green, and just that room itself is incredible, Rick! The price of clubs has gotten scary the last few years. $600 drivers, £500 3 woods, $400 Scotty Cameron putters... I mean, where does it end?! I keep waiting to see $300 wedges and $100 per dozen ProVs and TP5s! I fear it will eventually get to a point where only the lucky and financially elite can play this sport, and that's not what it's supposed to be about! I know you don't have to spend thousands on equipment to play, but I also feel like new clubs don't need to cost so much.
Yesterday here in Thailand I bought an immaculate secondhand Callaway Big Bertha 3 wood from 2014 for £40. So I was interested to see if Rick reviewed it nine years ago. He did, liked it and his average carry distance with it was 249 yards. The exact same distance he got with this new £500 3 wood. I think that is significant.
Gratz on the new channel ... love the concept and the first review didn't disappoint. A request (if I may). I only started playing golf a few years ago (watching your main channel got me interested) so as well as reviewing clubs like the G430 LST, I'd also be interested in seeing reviews for clubs like the G430 SFT (something us average/developing players may benefit from). Cheers!
I love this first review. Perfect layout with the comparisons to the closest models that are also on the market from Ping. I especially like how the prices of all the clubs were also mentioned. Looking forward to what else is in line for a H.I.T. review!
Another brilliant video, I have to say the most impressive thing for me is your honesty. I'm very new to golf, don't have a massive budget & left handed so don't really know much about the club's I need & would have thought about saving up to get myself a club like this, so when you say only the really good players need a club like this it really helps. Thank you Rick it really is appreciated.
Most players I know who have the G425/430 drivers go for the Max rather than the LST including low handicappers. Most also go for the Max 3-wood. Great start for the new channel.
I can attest. The Max has been really good to me. Really good. I had trouble hitting woods, but the Ping max in 425 or 430 especially are really customizable and fit my eye and swing great. I can actually work the ball left or right. I can hit the 3 off the deck and it goes straight. I would recommend the max over the others for all levels of golfers.
Great review and wonderful to see the channel up and running. Only criticism is that your voice is low on my device compared to the music and hitting sounds. I had to keep adjusting the volume.
I LOVE THIS. It’s like you finally get to hit all the shots and really dive into analysis over anything else. Love the camera angles and the off center hits haha. Awesome job
Glad the reviews are up and running, like most been waiting patiently for them to start lol. Good review in the new studio, personally when you are talking i think back ground music should be turned down a tad more when your talking . But great review looking forward to more, keep up the good work 🏌♂️⛳️
I'd love to see you get some amateurs in with common problems (slicing driver etc.) and coach them through drills to correct it with specific stats in the studio. I know for me, seeing the numbers + the fix and the result really helps me improve. Keep the great content coming! ❤
That would be a GREAT Series! Grant Horvat has some shorts of him tweaking a a few guys swing and them immediately hitting better. I love watching those. You can tell that Grant’s true calling is to help other golfers die to the smile he has when he sees that what he’s shown someone worked. I believe Rick is the same and that would make for some great content. Not a ton of videos but 4-5. Possibly even slide one helping a well known celebrity but the majority of them being avg Joe’s.
Hi Rick, I switched from Taylormade to Ping 425 Max Driver and 5 Wood last year, and it was a game changer. This year I went to a Ping fitting day and bought a 430 SFT 7 Wood. I love them! I’m saving up now for the 430 irons now!
I just want to say that I am thrilled with this review and your new channel. I’ve always loved and trusted your reviews, and I couldn’t think of a more deserving person for this epic studio and channel. Can’t wait for many more to come! Your honesty and comparisons to other similar clubs is truly refreshing. Almost all clubs are good. But seeing if they are worth the price or good in comparison to others (including previous models) is so valuable.
Rick im supper excited for the new channel! Been a subscriber since the beginning. If you could raise the volume a little bit for the future videos that would be great. Dont know if its just me but this video was quite.
I almost feel like I'm back at school, but really enjoyed this video. If all reviews are going to be like this, I hope nothing but the best for this new channel.
Love the idea of this channel. I recently changed irons, and your reviews really helped. Especially when buying some used clubs online and not being able to hit them. I’m definitely excited to see how this channel will grow. Thanks Rick!
super thrilled you are up and going! been waiting for this for a long time! Suggestion is turning down the volume on the screen. when the ball hits the screen it's very loud and distracting.
Great review....as a G430 driver user, have been debating switching to the 3 as well......One recco, test against the current club in your bag! If you're willing to switch, than that speaks volumes on a recommendation. Great work!
Ping 3 woods are some of the best you can buy. Perfect for most people. I view new models as an excuse to get the older models…they perform almost just as well! Thanks Rick!
Thanks for an honest review. I’m a 14 hdcp and love my Mavrik 4w. I was looking at 3w’s but I’m not yet convinced about changing clubs. Reviews like this tell me the truth about the clubs and who they are designed for. Great stuff!
I use ping driver through 7 wood. I absolutely love them. Of course mine aren't the LST versions. But when you commented on the feel. It home for me. I believe Ping has some of the best feeling woods out there! Great video. I'm looking forward to becoming addicted to this channel as I am to your others already!
I've been subscribed to your main channel since pre 100k subs, I'm so happy to see you push beyond one channel/brand. Keep going and good luck with everything!
Great start, Rick! Kudos for comparing it to other Ping models in both performance and price. Since you had all 3 heads available it would have been nice to see video shots for side-by-side-by-side comparisons from above and from the face. Something to consider for future videos, perhaps. I couldn’t help but notice that while the new G430 was the longest overall with more consistent distance, it had the worst (widest) dispersion of the 3 models. Definitely not for the high handicapper based on that as they would want more forgiveness at the expense of some distance. It will be interesting to see what Simon at SAS Golf has to say in a year’s time when used ones are more available.
I can't play golf to save my life, but I enjoy reviews and this being the first one . Nice. This will give me something to talk about to my friend, who now works at a golf club venue .. 👍👍👍
I’m thrilled that you’re finally up and running!
Thanks!!!
Great to finally see the channel come to life in full. Seems like H.I.T. will be our one-stop-shop for honest, expert opinion.
Yes of course
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@@HITGolfReviews Times are tough. Can I borrow 100k? I'll pay you back with 70percent interest...
As a golfer who is not rolling in cash, I really appreciate you testing previous versions of the clubs that may be a bit cheaper. I hope you continue to do this in your reviews. So happy that this channel is up and running!
could buy a whole 5 year set for that price, get fitted, then buy second hand, then adjust as needed, same same
When I saw 19mins for a review of a three wood I thought we were in trouble. But honestly this wasn’t bloated, I watched all 19 mins and thought it was a brilliant club review. If all club reviews on this channel are to this standard we’re in for a right treat. Well done as always Rick
It was too long for me, found myself skipping a ton of it..
I didn’t hit a ball for near on 18 years and since I’ve been watching your videos I’ve got that buzz back for the game. It’s a work in progress but happy to be back swinging
I'm back to the driving range after 4 years, really enjoying it
Cute
Ricks videos have helped me a lot. From getting me back into the game to having me doing my research on the top drivers and guiding my 16 yr old son into picking up the G 430 last week and he loves it. We were in search of the easiest new driver to hit and feel confident we found it! He’s hit it once at the range and has played a round with it. I’ve only gotten to hit 2 balls with it but both were dead straight. I’ve been super impressed. Now it’s time to find the right 3 wood. Looking forward to hitting G430, Steath, Paradym and the Titliest.
That studio looks amazing! Clean and full of positive energy.
I have an idea for the channel!
When you review clubs, move the green close to your average distance for that particular club. If you hit a hole in one during testing give away the club!!
Love the vids Rick and team keep it up
Bro😂
Maybe make it an extra large hole lol 😂😂 @lumnous
I love the format of “current gamer” vs last year’s model vs new toy. It’s a fantastic way to walk someone through the review and make it personal to the viewer.
Ricks got a JCB sausage roll down his drawers by the looks of things !
Definitely noticed the Moose Knuckle!
Something tells me this one won't be in the comment hall of fame lmao. Although secretly he'd like it to be.
First thing my wife said 😂
He wears the tight pants to show it off of course
10 out of 10 😂
I’m so glad this channel is up and running
Excited for this channel! Will you be reviewing other golf gear such as bags, shoes and balls?
I love that Tensei shaft. I struggled with cuts turning into slices with other shafts but that shaft is so stable for me and my baby cuts come out great now 65g stiff Orange.
I’m relatively new to golf and got a new driver recently. When I was getting the fitting he said the shaft I had was too light for me and gave me a Tensei 75g. I can’t get over the difference between what I had and have now. No more major slices and more distance… win win
@@Richie_C such a misunderstood part of buying clubs, the shafts are so important. I got fit for my Rogue ST and could make the stock shaft work but was hitting so much better with a Fujikura Ventus Blue
@@dyn4mic87 yep, bought my fell set from a big brand shop and other than R vs S shafts were never discussed. Won’t make that mistake again in the future and have my guy now for all future purchases
Love the studio, Rick. Hope you get plenty of success with the new channel. It's got me excited lol.
This is exactly the type of review I have come to expect from your channel. Checking against the previous year and the non LST version while testing them on the same day with the same swing, brilliant. That leaves no guess work, you can see exactly what kind of performance it can offer compared to other (cheaper) versions of the same club. Looking forward to more reviews!
Great vid!! Excited for the new channel!! Would love to see you review a set of takomo irons and wedges🔥🔥🔥
Not sure if it’s in the plans for this channel but would love to see some mid/high handicapper tests like in the old days with Rob 👍🏼
I'm just curious, but what do you consider mid/high handicap. In my opinion, club reviews for high handicappers are usually pointless...unless it's slice/hook correction for a driver. You'd be better off taking lessons than trying to fix things with new clubs.
the "old rick" with long reviews is back! Been following you since 2014 and this review is the best by far I've ever seen. The new studio does its part as well :)
Could bluey finally come out the bag 😂
I was just wondering the same thing!
Iv got the 17 degree hybrid Ping G430 and its incredible forgiving - such a good fairway finder!
I love that you’re back testing equipment Rick , I think I came across your channel originally for equipment testing which obviously diverged into what we have today so great to see this channel getting going
Happy to see the studio in action. Looks great. And the review is absolutely the quality I expected. Great job Rick
I believe a camera that shows where you struck the ball on the club face would be great additive to these videos! Great video, keep it up!
Awesome to see you post your second video on this site! Now I have TWO Rick Shiels channels to watch, I'm so happy 😁😁😁 (LOVE your studio/testing range, so jealous)!
Great review! For your next one, can you test the new Titleist T100 irons that just came out, and the past ones?
Well done, Rick, a honest reliable review. Love the set up, especially the scenic view from the 'windows'
Glad to see the new video is up on the channel! Could you please include subtitles/closed captions? It really helps listeners who have trouble following/hearing audio. :)
Rick!!! Congratulations on your first review on the channel! Also, so glad your first review is a Ping club, I have a mix of clubs in my bag and I’m happy to hear about updates to the bag if they’re in my ability!
Such a good style of review, appreciate it!
Congrats Rick on the new channel’s first review. Love all your channels (here in Pennsylvania USA)!
one comment, not on the club, but on the audio volume. I had to turn down the volume during the hitting montages then turn it back up when you were talking. Thanks looking forward to more review videos.
I'm so excited and so damn jealous over the HIT studio! You're truly living my dream with the simulator, amazing adjustable putting green, and just that room itself is incredible, Rick! The price of clubs has gotten scary the last few years. $600 drivers, £500 3 woods, $400 Scotty Cameron putters... I mean, where does it end?! I keep waiting to see $300 wedges and $100 per dozen ProVs and TP5s! I fear it will eventually get to a point where only the lucky and financially elite can play this sport, and that's not what it's supposed to be about! I know you don't have to spend thousands on equipment to play, but I also feel like new clubs don't need to cost so much.
The camera angle at 4:15 is really good! Super helpful actually see how it sits behind the ball.
Good to see the channel up and running! A thing to consider is that the sound when you hit balls is quite loud compared to when you're talking.
FINALLY A VIDEO! I would love to see content with James and Guy messing around in there with you! keep up the good work Rick!
Yesterday here in Thailand I bought an immaculate secondhand Callaway Big Bertha 3 wood from 2014 for £40. So I was interested to see if Rick reviewed it nine years ago. He did, liked it and his average carry distance with it was 249 yards. The exact same distance he got with this new £500 3 wood. I think that is significant.
Do you have the link to the video?
@@Stephen05777 ruclips.net/video/-NLr_L04y_I/видео.html
Great to see a real and meaningful video. Great clear recording but fix the sound and your onto a winner.
Great 1st review on the channel!!! founder subscriber on all channels
This format and the break 100 with guy are among the best videos on RUclips, Great setup!
Gratz on the new channel ... love the concept and the first review didn't disappoint. A request (if I may). I only started playing golf a few years ago (watching your main channel got me interested) so as well as reviewing clubs like the G430 LST, I'd also be interested in seeing reviews for clubs like the G430 SFT (something us average/developing players may benefit from). Cheers!
I love this first review. Perfect layout with the comparisons to the closest models that are also on the market from Ping. I especially like how the prices of all the clubs were also mentioned. Looking forward to what else is in line for a H.I.T. review!
Good video Rick! A founder subscriber here. Thank you for keeping us updated. My golf clubs are 15 years old in average tho haha
I’m loving seeing you doing reviews again. It’s why I discovered the main channel.
Another brilliant video, I have to say the most impressive thing for me is your honesty. I'm very new to golf, don't have a massive budget & left handed so don't really know much about the club's I need & would have thought about saving up to get myself a club like this, so when you say only the really good players need a club like this it really helps. Thank you Rick it really is appreciated.
I am so happy this channel is starting to post. Absolutely love golf club reviews and more Rick content
Glad you enjoy it!
Most players I know who have the G425/430 drivers go for the Max rather than the LST including low handicappers. Most also go for the Max 3-wood.
Great start for the new channel.
I can attest. The Max has been really good to me. Really good. I had trouble hitting woods, but the Ping max in 425 or 430 especially are really customizable and fit my eye and swing great. I can actually work the ball left or right. I can hit the 3 off the deck and it goes straight. I would recommend the max over the others for all levels of golfers.
Great work on the video keep it up
Great review and wonderful to see the channel up and running. Only criticism is that your voice is low on my device compared to the music and hitting sounds. I had to keep adjusting the volume.
I LOVE THIS. It’s like you finally get to hit all the shots and really dive into analysis over anything else. Love the camera angles and the off center hits haha. Awesome job
Really like how it looks without the turbulators. Excited to see the future videos of thise channel, cheers Rick!
Loved this review! Would have been amazing to see its comparison to ol’ bluey as well, but the 425 vs 430 comparison is fantastic!
Glad the reviews are up and running, like most been waiting patiently for them to start lol. Good review in the new studio, personally when you are talking i think back ground music should be turned down a tad more when your talking .
But great review looking forward to more, keep up the good work 🏌♂️⛳️
Here we can clearly see your passion for clubs reviews. I really enjoyed the video and the good explanation at the end!
I'd love to see you get some amateurs in with common problems (slicing driver etc.) and coach them through drills to correct it with specific stats in the studio. I know for me, seeing the numbers + the fix and the result really helps me improve. Keep the great content coming! ❤
That would be a GREAT Series! Grant Horvat has some shorts of him tweaking a a few guys swing and them immediately hitting better. I love watching those. You can tell that Grant’s true calling is to help other golfers die to the smile he has when he sees that what he’s shown someone worked. I believe Rick is the same and that would make for some great content. Not a ton of videos but 4-5. Possibly even slide one helping a well known celebrity but the majority of them being avg Joe’s.
Classic Rick club reviews are back! Been a fan since the days before the beard, bet you never imagined all this back then! Great work.
Hi Rick, I switched from Taylormade to Ping 425 Max Driver and 5 Wood last year, and it was a game changer. This year I went to a Ping fitting day and bought a 430 SFT 7 Wood. I love them! I’m saving up now for the 430 irons now!
I just want to say that I am thrilled with this review and your new channel. I’ve always loved and trusted your reviews, and I couldn’t think of a more deserving person for this epic studio and channel.
Can’t wait for many more to come! Your honesty and comparisons to other similar clubs is truly refreshing. Almost all clubs are good. But seeing if they are worth the price or good in comparison to others (including previous models) is so valuable.
Glad to see a posting, was looking forward to a new video and you did not disappoint, well done good sir!
Rick im supper excited for the new channel! Been a subscriber since the beginning. If you could raise the volume a little bit for the future videos that would be great. Dont know if its just me but this video was quite.
I almost feel like I'm back at school, but really enjoyed this video. If all reviews are going to be like this, I hope nothing but the best for this new channel.
amazing way to start with this channell Rick. this studio is going to be a game changer for sure.
Love the idea of this channel. I recently changed irons, and your reviews really helped. Especially when buying some used clubs online and not being able to hit them. I’m definitely excited to see how this channel will grow. Thanks Rick!
Love to see the channel churning out reviews already. Awesome video, can’t wait to see more soon !
super thrilled you are up and going! been waiting for this for a long time! Suggestion is turning down the volume on the screen. when the ball hits the screen it's very loud and distracting.
Great review....as a G430 driver user, have been debating switching to the 3 as well......One recco, test against the current club in your bag! If you're willing to switch, than that speaks volumes on a recommendation. Great work!
Iv'e missed these type of videos. Glad you have a space now you can go all in on them.
Glad the first review is out! Loving the channel so far Rick!
Been looking forward to this Rick! Keep up the great content ❤
Ping 3 woods are some of the best you can buy. Perfect for most people. I view new models as an excuse to get the older models…they perform almost just as well!
Thanks Rick!
Everytime this studio is on camera I drool! Reviews are going to be so good now we can really see the numbers. Great stuff.
Thanks for an honest review. I’m a 14 hdcp and love my Mavrik 4w. I was looking at 3w’s but I’m not yet convinced about changing clubs. Reviews like this tell me the truth about the clubs and who they are designed for.
Great stuff!
So happy to see new reviews in the new studio. Reviews are how I discovered Rick initially.
Love the new studio. The music is overwhelming loud compared to your voice audio. Idk anyone else notice?
I have been waiting for you to start the reviews here! That studio is amazing! Great job on the review, including the previous year version 3 wood
So stoked to see a review on this channel!!!!!!! 😊😊😊😊
Let’s go! I’m glad you’re back to testing clubs and giving us the low down!
Really enjoying the new channel so far!
Excellent video. Glad to see the new studio in action! Thanks, Rick!
What a way to kick off the channel!!!! Another banger Rick you are a man of the people!!
So glad to finally see the first review on H.I.T! Looking forward to many many more!
The cameras in this studio are legit. Love the review.
I really like your honesty with your reviews. Much appreciated.
It's great you're back and your swing speed is in the 5 to 12 handicap range now as well.
Hardest grafter on RUclips Rick and it shows with the quality of your H.I.T studio well done Sir your defo the benchmark for up and coming tuber's 👍🏻
Super well done analysis. Quick, simple, to the point with great visuals
Awesome video Rick, glad the channel is up and running at full speed. Ping woods are just amazing and very easy to hit, love it.
Congratulations on the new channel. I would personally love to see some forgiving hybrid comparison reviews!
Love the video! Keep that quality up cause it is incredible! I just love it!!!
Love this format Rick. So comprehensive. Just what I’m looking for in a club review.
I use ping driver through 7 wood. I absolutely love them. Of course mine aren't the LST versions. But when you commented on the feel. It home for me. I believe Ping has some of the best feeling woods out there! Great video. I'm looking forward to becoming addicted to this channel as I am to your others already!
Fantastic first video, been subscribed since the channel was announced, not so long ago... 😂 first class stuff Rick 🤙
I've been subscribed to your main channel since pre 100k subs, I'm so happy to see you push beyond one channel/brand. Keep going and good luck with everything!
Love the new channel! Wouldn't ever be able to afford a club like that, but WOW it crushes the ball!!
Great start, Rick! Kudos for comparing it to other Ping models in both performance and price. Since you had all 3 heads available it would have been nice to see video shots for side-by-side-by-side comparisons from above and from the face. Something to consider for future videos, perhaps. I couldn’t help but notice that while the new G430 was the longest overall with more consistent distance, it had the worst (widest) dispersion of the 3 models. Definitely not for the high handicapper based on that as they would want more forgiveness at the expense of some distance. It will be interesting to see what Simon at SAS Golf has to say in a year’s time when used ones are more available.
Great to see you up and running! Great review!
Please keep doing comparisons of the previous generation in your upcoming reviews. Love this!!!
Glad to see the channel up and running 💪🏼
From a founding member Great first review Rick, love the new channel, ⛳️ 🇦🇺
Great 1st full review on the new channel good luck with it keep it going
I can't play golf to save my life, but I enjoy reviews and this being the first one .
Nice.
This will give me something to talk about to my friend, who now works at a golf club venue ..
👍👍👍
I already know I'm going to love this channel!
Brilliant video to start!! Keep them coming.