RANKING all time BEST to WORST Drivers!?
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- Опубликовано: 16 авг 2022
- Today we take a look at the biggest name drivers in the world of golf and which ones were the best and which were the worst!?
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You didn’t mention the most iconic driver ever which is the Taylormade burner. This is the driver that ended the Persimmon era. In 1983, the Burner and Tour Burner were introduced and the company boasted 147 tour pros as product ambassadors. By 1986, the Burner became the No. 1 driver. I wish I still had mine with the 3 and 5 fairway woods,
Dang, my first driver was the ‘88 Burner 8.5* w/titanium silver shaft-stiffy like. $180 in ‘88
Still have, as well as 3wood & a 13.5* Burner Spoon, & 5wood at 21*
They still work!
I seen one for £30 I got told they were overrated bubble shaft ,I knew someone that had one didn't like it much
@@MartinG-vq8ji we’re re talking about a 40 years old driver. I’m pretty sure that at least 60% of the today golfers are not able to shoot decent shots with it. My dad bought his last golf bag in the late 50’s, 70 years ago. just try to imagine how they looked like. I have never been able to use them. Although he was making pars and birdies. 99% of today golfers would be absolutely incapable to shoot one decent shot with my dads clubs. Woods in real wood and irons 1 and 2. Nowadays they don’t even sell clubs below 5.
The other thing that ended the persimmon era was the two-piece ball. They were so rock-hard that they would literally tear up persimmon clubfaces.
Callaway ended that pretty quickly with big Bertha.
I had an F9 driver. Awesome driver. My 2016 M2 is still in my bag since 2021. Refitted 2x for shafts last year and it might be out of my bag soon after I get custom fit for TSR2 next month.
M2 has been amazing. Feel/sound is great. They were so ahead of their time with this design
M2 original was absolutely killer!!! I have replaced it but the 3 wood still stays in my bag likely to never be replaced
Great idea for a video. Cleveland Monster was long but lord the sound coming out of that thing! Definitely got the looks at the driving range. Not looks of appreciation I might add. I haven't played all these drivers but I think you nailed it. Great video.
I still have Cobra F9 in my bag since it came out. There's no reason for me to upgrade to any driver. I'm very proud of it and won't sell it.
Same! Zero need or reason to. Liked the Sim2 but not that much more to buy it hahahaz
I own the King Speedzone, which is about the same. I have no need to upgrade either!
SNAP!
Same
I had the F8+ but unfortunately the CNC face was cutting the golf ball if I hit it a little low on the club. Upgraded to the Aerojet and very happy with it
I own the 2016 M2 - which I have given to my son to use - so I can take it back whenever I need to. The first Driver I ever hit that could beat it was the Epic Max LS - so yes the original Epic also deserves the Legendary spot. I thought for the historical significance, you would have included the original Callaway Big Bertha Warbird - that driver change the world.
Simon, brilliant idea for a video! It was a lot of fun to play along and think about where we would rank them ourselves.
Love your channel! Would love to see the fans WITB again too. Really fun to watch
Very fair assessment. I remember when the C4 came out. I tested it and it felt like hitting a ball with a sponge. It felt so soft and the aesthetics were terrible. I went from a Titleist 909D3 to a TSi3. I love Titleist and have a hard time getting away from them. The SLDR is a flat out bomber no argument at all. There was a McGregor the Mac-tech I think it was called was awful too. I thought it had an impression of half a ball in sole of it. I remember seeing them they were so bad looking. You should do a best of the best video and a worst of the worst video.
Awesome video Simon, you should do this for every type of club in the bag.
12 dg Sldr mini driver- had in my bag as a 3 wood for 2 years. Loved it.
Thanks for watching guys! Look forward to hearing your thoughts 😬
Ping G-Series LST is legendary.
Another great vid Si......I hired the 2014 Callaway Big Bertha driver in the Algarve when it was new out, I played awesome with it while over there. I came home and purchased one, and it's still in my bag today. Its kept me between 9 and 6 handicap for 8 years. I've never even thought about changing it. I recommend it 100% to anyone
Interesting thoughts, I hope it promotes interest. I love your content. Second hand price usually tells you how good a driver might be 😉
I’ve got a 917 d2 with a motore speeder tour spec shaft. Absolutely love it. Can hit it plenty far enough, can hit them low, high, get them moving both ways. Would take something amazing for me to want to change and I can’t see anything can be made that much better for what I want
Thanks si. Great vid, love gab’s channel and love your perspective on the category…….when’s the iron review……
I think Nike square shocker should in its own category. The sound would make any mirror shatter. Awesome video. Would love to see a putter version. Have a good one 👍🏻
Good and interesting video. A couple of suggestions. 1. A text list would be good. 2. This is a great historical guide, what I hoped for was a ranked 2nd hand buying guide - ie some reference to cost / availability.
I think every driver I have owned has been a legend imo.
1) Original Great Big Bertha-game changer at the time.
2) Titleist 975D-Tiger's driver in the 99-01 range when he was destroying everyone.
3) Taylormade R7 quad- first driver I can remember with movable weights.
4) Cleveland Hibore XL tour- A hidden gem. Very high launch low spin for the time.
5) SLDR- everyone had one of these at some point.
6) Taylormade SIM- all the things the hibore and sldr were but more ballspeed and forgiveness.
Still gaming the 2016 M2 and love it! Might get fitted for a new shaft but what a good club.
Fun video. I almost bought a Callaway GBB Epic Sub Zero and still want too. Ended up snagging an Epic Speed lightly used with a Aldila Rogue 130 MSI Black shaft for barely over 200 bones. Mostly went for the shaft 😅
This video compelled me to buy a Callaway epic driver. Went with the Epic Max and I'm smashing my drives. It's crazy how much tech has improved over the last decade.
I got my f9 for 120 quid, hazard smoke and 9 degree, I love is an understatement, got my me confident in driving again and got my handicap down to an 8 and still declining 😍
Totally agree about the Cobra Radspeed. I for the life of my couldn't hit it anywhere near straight. Thought for the longest time it was me. Then switched to a Callaway Rogue and immediately was able to keep balls in the fairway.
For me, my Taylormade R11s has been doing the job ever since I first picked up golf seriously a few years ago. But whenever I decide to upgrade it, I am 100% going to get fitted for it. I have been looking at the Cobra F9 as well as one of the newer Taylormade drivers (sim or sim 2 since they are a bit more affordable compared to the stealth) but am open to anything that suits my swing best
SIM is better than Stealth but if it was me I would wait til next year and buy Qi10Max it's a killer!!!;
The Sumo Square was and is still my favorite driver
I didn't play it, but from what I've read on the various golf equipment forums, the G400 Max definitely belongs in the "Legendary" category.
Like to see more of this working through all the different categories of clubs.
Totally agree with the Cobra F9. I've moved on to the latest LTD X LS model but I've still kept my F9. Cobra was brilliant for giving you performance, without the ridiculous price tags.
I've still got the f9 driver and 3 wood in the bag. Still as reliable as the day I got them. Can't see myself replacing them any time soon.
This video just popped up and I had to subscribe again….been here long time Simon, the machine workin against you
Hi Simon, Great vid, could you tell me the difference you mentioned between a 2016 M2 and a 2017 M2 as they look the same, I've had my M2 for 4 years and I can't hit it for toffee, I have kept with it as the saying goes "worker blames tools" but have given up with it after 4 years of pain, I think I have the 2017 version. I have now gone back to my 975j-vs as it says it's legal now on the R&A list of conforming drivers, and I'm hitting it well, Bombs in comparison. Cheers Gaz
I would LOVE to see you test a Cortex. I think it’s a great value for getting the most technology and performance for ~$125
i found the cortex performed very well. as with all drivers i ditched the oem shaft an grips an had it fitted for me.
Very good ratings, the TM sim og still is a beast and sounds amazing
I've been the proud owner of a like new used $200 Cobra RadSpeed XB driver for a few months now, and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. It's probably my favorite driver that I've owned, with my Ping G10 being a close second.
Agreed 8
Loved this Simon and do agree with most.Can't believe you didn't include original Great big berths. I game a Radspeed and its amazing, bought 2nd hand for £190. Nike Vaporspeed was another great driver. Cobra SZ 440 was a boom stick. All Square drivers were horrid along with Wilson Invex. Love to see you review wilson invex and cobra sz400/440. 👍💪
YES!! Cobra SZ 440 and the very first "large driver" I ever gamed was the Cobra SS 360 and I remember all of us laughing at how big the 360cc head was 😂
@@davewylie654 it was so loud too 🤣
Great video ! Hope you do the same wigh itons 😀
Thank you - great content as usual. Moneys tight everywhere and spending $600 USD for a driver is insane; oh, you want to upgrade the shaft too?
Salvaged my 1988 TaylorMade Tour Silver Titanium stiff shaft and glued it to my 2012 Lynx Black Cat Tour Forged Beta Ti. It sure is shiny, and it was nicknamed within seconds of the head cover falling off. THOR
At my age equipment isn't as important as it once was. Today just being able to lace up my golf shoes and stick tee peg in the ground is a victory...gravity sucks young man!!!
*SPECIAL thank you: I recently, Saturday evening, found a matching 3-wood to my 2010 TM Burner Superfast 5-wood that i will not part with. All because you said in one of your more recent videos..."Why spend all that money..." Way Kool, thx!!!
All the Best
/Guy
When my G400 (not the Max) split at the hosel ( way out of warranty) Ping sent me a brand new G410 free of charge. I was pleased at the time, now you’ve spoiled it for me!
Can you do a comparison between the 2007 Burner driver and the current Stealth? I traded some newer drivers for my old burner because it goes so well. Thanks.
I purchased a C4 demo from the course I used to work at for half-price. I put a Pro-Force 75 shaft in it, and it was, and still is to this day, the best fairway finder driver I’ve ever owned.
Problem is that i tried the out a new Titleist 905 driver a few years later, and even on my worst swings, it was still 20 yds longer, and it was bye bye C4.
I'm a loyal Titleist golfer, I started with the DCI irons & afterward fell in love with golf and Titleist. Now I have the AP1 718's, which I love, but still keep the DCI Approach Wedge in the bag cuz it's the best approach wedge I've ever used. So I was wondering if you've tried the 980 or 985 15 degree fairway wood? I was thinking about buying one to try out since my game seems to get along very well with the older Titleist clubs. I wasn't around when they came out, so I'm not sure what the reviews were back then and if you'd recommend them at all
Simon, playing with a 2017 M2, where would you rate it? I recently bought the Speedzone Xtreme cobra 2021... Whilst it was forgiving didn't over me anything over my TM M2 so punted it on eBay.
Would love the same in a 3 wood video... Just picked up a R15 for £10 and it goes straight and longgggggg 😎
Saw a used M2 at a Golf Galaxy and decided to hit it again for old times sake. It is still an absolute beast.
Just picked up the GBB epic for 109 at PGA superstore for $109. And I love it! I hit it was better then my cobra speed zone and all my buddies are noticing! Love it love it love it
Excellent assessment, and I agree with the rankings that you placed. I would suggest including the Taylormade SIM/SIM2 to this list, since it also moved the needle with drivers for longest distance. The Stealth should also be considered, but maybe time will be the judge of that. Finally, I would have liked to see the Titleist TSI2/3 or the Mizuno ST200. Keep up with the great content!
Rick reviewed the Cortex ruclips.net/video/N13qNe5lFbA/видео.html
Bruh - those drivers are dime a dozen modern drivers
Awesome video Simon!
Best I've ever owned was the G400lst. Hazrdus low spin shaft it was a rocket launcher. Cheers Simon
I agree with all of them apart from sldr. I doubt it was the first movable weight, but it was the one that moved the needle, the one that basically started the move towards movable weights and adjustability. Just for being the first of its kind it should be legendary.
I bought a Wilson Staff Cortex used for about $150. I hit the crap out of it and people are frequently asking about it. My only complaint is that the screws to make adjustments stripped easily and you can't get replacements.
I love my 2016 M2, but do need to be custom fit for a shaft. Where was the 20th driver Simon?
Oh dude, love the twist of “ALL TIME.” Well done! And Epic def worthy Legend status no doubt.
Legend! thanks for the inspiration mate 🙌
Longest and best sounding driver I've ever hit to this day
Brilliant interesting loved it well done
Very interesting video Simon, which one would you buy?
Just feeling relieved my d2 915 is between good and great and not in the rubbish category. Question at what point does one need to replace the driver ?
I use a first generation Cobra King from 1997 with a 12° loft. I love the tiny head lol. It forces me to swing correctly.
Haha, me and my brother both gamed the Nike. Louder than anything i've ever heard but it performed !!! 😀
I really want to try the M2 and the f9 I have the 915 8.5 degree version I went to try the sim max 2 and I got about 7 more yards but too much dispersion from my mishits. So maybe this next year I’ll try the TSR series and see if I’ll
Upgrade
Brought a used M2 yesterday, can't miss.
Mizuno T-Zoid Titanium was the game changer for me, loved that club!
Nice video mate 🤘🤘
Simon. Where would you put the Cleveland Launcher HB Turbo, and the TM M6? Thanks
M2 2016 was a legend had one for over 2 years swapped for the epic didn't get on with it at all 😥 got m5 now and it's great so far 👍 do 3 woods next please
Ping ISI and Tech was a game changer. had an 11.5 at 16 years old then an 8.5 at 17yo. the assistant pro sold me the 8.5 for his cost stamped with "not for resale" and i hit it 300+ playing JUCO golf in 2003.
I used to dream of owning a Ping T isi. What an incredible club.
M2 2016 is absolute game changer I switched from SLDR to M2 with OEM shaft flex S both . M2 carry 15 -20 yards over SLDR and the spin rate are similar . I would put M2 2016 in god tier alongside with Callaway GBB (green one) . I've tried Stealth on demo day at the range with Srixon Z star xv Stealth only 1 yard longer same launch angle and ball speed. I have to admit that Stealth feeling very soft , solid , springy off the face which is very satisfying. But I don't see myself wasting a dime getting Stealth as the performance are similar. I m curious what M2 2017 performance like compare to M2 2016 ?
Got the gt180 driver and 3 wood AND S5 wedges in 52, 56, 60 degrees a year go, second hand for 220. That’s a good deal right?
Agreed in the main but OMG not about the SLDR, just couldn't hit it in the air but had bought it 2nd hand and made a nice profit as part of a lockdown clearout but still would be lower on my list
I know you’re not necessarily going with newer drivers but it’s been out for two years or pretty close depending on what country you live in but the 425 max is highly regarded by professional that work for other manufactures for a reason. The amount of efficiency that that driver produces especially with launch it works so well with many categories of golfer. You got a high speed guy that doesn’t need to worry about distance then it’s a confidence inspiring fairway finder… You got a low speed player that struggles with launch and that’s their power leak it can be a bomber …. You have somebody that’s in the middle of the swing speed category it’s both. I’m a big believer in a club that you stand over with confidence is the one you’re going to hit best and that thing can I have you feeling as confident as you possibly can on the tee. I know it’s a little early to call it one of the greatest drivers of all time but I’ve played for 10 years and I’ve had multiple people hit it and 95% of them would trade their driver on the spot for it.
Think you are virtually spot on, only change I'd make is Ping G400 max to legend, traded mine in for G410 and like you say was rubbish, so got rid of that for G425 max, which is like a blend of the last 2, So regret selling that G400 max, it was brilliant.
Cobra LD Speed was LOUD. I have one in stock at the moment and almost want to put a shaft in it just for the looks it gets on impact
Would love to know where you’d rate your recently reviewed Sub 70 and PXG Gen 5 drivers on there?!
I know someone that loves his Nike SQ and hit's it long and straight every time. I personally have never used one, but his love of them has made me think about grabbing one.
I still hit my Sasquatch from 2006. I never practice, 270+ down the middle every time. The noise is the best.
Wife used the c4 for a long time. Bought it second hand for $20. I hit it a few times. About 30 yds shorter than my mavrik. Not bad for 20 years diff. PS Review the mizuno MP-001 you'll love it
The Ben Hogan driver used to go crazy. Have no clue what it was called but it had a green shaft
Please do a review on the Wilson staff cortex
Love my TSi, only club that's out driven my old TM super-tri. Still have my 910D2 also, which is like throwing darts, but the distance out of the TSi is ridiculous. Best thing that I ever did to the Cally FTi was accidentally run it over when I forgot the golf bag was behind the vehicle. Everyone knew when I was on the course with that club.... sounded like an empty tin can.
I've been through lots of drivers in the last 2 yrs and my latest one the rogue st max ls is probably my favourite although i still can't part company with my cally great big bertha driver which i rate as one of the all time greats.
Excellent run down.. some missing there for me but actually great job....
yup, like the Ping I15 and the R7s.
Good video and list but I think you missed 2 that should have been on there. The OG Great Big Bertha 250cc and the Titleist 975D 260cc. 2 of the first titanium drivers that really changed the game.
My 975D was stolen, so someone out there agrees with us!
Thanks Simon, glad to see my M2 made the Legends list. What do think of the Callaway Diablo Octane driver. Picked one of these up in Florida dirt cheap and it performs well. Lots of Lamborghini carbon fibre, but no adjustments. Just curious what your thoughts are on it, if any. Cheers from Nova Scotia. Mike.
I have a Diablo Edge Tour Driver that I used for 8+ years. I swear it is as long as anything today..
Thx Simon. Could you please do the same ranking with putters please! Cheers
Just uploaded it 😂 good timing 💪
I love the swuare headed driver I have two. Nike SQ sumo, and Callaway Ft. And their beasts. But just for fun.
Thank you for verifying the Callaway GBB Epic. Not the Flash just the original I still feel is the longest and best sounding driver I have ever owned and I just bought one to replace mine that was stolen!!!! Looking forward to bringing back that magic
Guy beside me at the range was carrying his over 310 yards!
@@golf5555555 Sound and feel and the speed it produced make it my all time #1 iam not gaming it anymore but still carry it for scrambles and such. Just an "Epic" club
@@davewylie654 I’m curious what your current gamer is
Feels like you've done the G410 dirty here! Also how did the Cleveland Launcher 460 (2008?) not get a mention? Was a monster!!
AGREED 100%!
That Cleveland was the best driver on the market back then!
Sometimes, when my current Ping driver starts playing army golf with me (left, right, left, right) I still pull out my old Cleveland driver!
got G400 Max and man i love it and I still have nike sasquatch and love it. Both hit great. Love getting the old Sasquatch out cause its no noise. My boys think I'm really kitting it when I hit hit lol. Make 280 yard drive sound like 400 yards
Good vid. Wondering what your opinion would be regarding to potentially upgrading from G400 max to G425. Do you believe it is enough of an improvement to consider spending my hard earned……..
…….will do
M2 2016 in the bag and wont ever change it, had it from new, used the money i won when Danny Willet won the master to buy that and the matchingM2 3 wood...legend very much so!
I have counted like 10 times and I think only 19 not 20 drivers have been placed? It 2:49 am so my counting might be tasted or at least I am. Anyways if you missed putting the 20th up I can't wait to see it. Hahaha love yours and Gabe's video!! Keep up the awesome work.
I game a Mizuno GT180 and it's changed my game completely, my slice is a casual fade or straight now. its not a bad driver feel
Could you tell me the best mallet putter for under 100 pounds I play of 22 and love your show many thanks love the top all-time driver got my cobra on your advice what a club
I agree with you on the M2. I won some money in a tourney and decided to upgrade to a newer driver and trade in my M2. What a mistake. I could still be using that old M2 and winning money with it.
Buy a new one second hand
nicely done bravo 👏 🙌 👍
Great call and I love the American cousin shout out! Collaboration??
SLDR great sure ,still play it still love it 12.5 degrees lofted up and watch it fly straight and long down the middle of the fairway
I have a Cobra AMP driver in the bag just now. Had many drivers since but always seem to gravitate back to it. I was fitted for a TM Stealth earlier this year and it definitely goes further but the dispersion was horrendous. Going to stick with the AMP for foreseeable as I'm sick of throwing money away
im a 1.8 cap and the stealth plus was my worst driver in years....tried several shafts that i always use. dispersion awful.
@@jergernice1 I am PGA Pro, have used various drivers in the past however the stealth for me is the biggest letdown of all. The face feels dead and if you don't hit the middle it goes nowhere. If anyone is interested it's for sale BTW 😂😂
Thanks Mate. Trying to sell my Rad speed 🤣
I'd like to see a list of the top selling drivers of all time. I'm sure it would be a Callaway, Nike, or Taylormade model (for the last 20 years).
Thoughts on cobra speed zone?
I still hit the Callaway FTi square head and can confirm that it makes such a weird noise when I hit it. Lots of weird looks from people when they hear it lol
just picked up and ST190 for 110 pounds / 135USD, is this good ?
I feel like I would have loved to see the titleist k or j on this list, maybe a Wilson deep red and a callaway erc with the non conforming coefficient of restitution. Early 2000 to 2010 drivers that changed the game.
I use the Nike covert 2.0 tour and love it. Don't feel like my game is good enough to spend the money on a new driver or anything else really
Quilty of loving a few noisy sticks. Cobra F Speed, Nike SQ Machspeed. Both through a period I was playing regularly and my best golf.
I still play my Cobra F9 and just can't find anything to push it out of my bag. It sounds great, feels great and I average 270-280 yards with my good shot going over 300.
I play the Mizzy ST200 driver and I'm a big fan; great looking, easy to hit, sounds good (and the headcover is a beauty). But, I wanted to mention the Callaway Diablo Edge (which is priobably 13 years old now). I played it for years and it was just a BEAST. I swear - if your swing is halfway decent, you can mash with it. Ultra forgiving. I bet it'd hang with any of the top technology today.
Mr. SAS- The best and worst of all time? Well at least maybe of the 460cc. titanium head era. If possible it would be fun to hear your rankings of clubs from the persimmon and steel head times too. Thanks, Bob
You have chosen wisely my son... Great review.