Titleist TSi2 & TSi3 Driver Reviews: ALL you need to know!

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  • Опубликовано: 25 июл 2024
  • In this video Rick Shiels PGA golf professional review the brand new Titleist Golf TSi2 & TSi3 golf drivers.
    Rick hits 100’s of balls with the golf drivers both at Trafford Golf Centre and The Marriott Worsley Park Golf & Country Club to understand exactly how the drivers perform.
    Using Titleist Pro V1 golf balls & GC Quad Rick finds out just how far these two new drivers go and if they perform much better than last years Titleist TS3!
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  • @RickShielsPGA
    @RickShielsPGA  3 года назад +374

    HIT LIKE if you enjoy my videos!

    • @timbock3169
      @timbock3169 3 года назад +1

      It’s my birthday today, I turned 17

    • @andykingwell43
      @andykingwell43 3 года назад

      Looking forward to this

    • @aaronheatwole5058
      @aaronheatwole5058 3 года назад

      Curious what your opinion is of my golf spy and their testing and equipment reviews?

    • @TheWaterGun
      @TheWaterGun 3 года назад

      Thanks for the videos!! I came back for golf after almost a decade and now because of you!! I'm happy but with more expenses lol thanks for the club review, currently using 913 9.5 diamana D+ 50 x flex

    • @austinrettig8169
      @austinrettig8169 3 года назад

      Keep up the good work

  • @jimmyrosbotham8006
    @jimmyrosbotham8006 3 года назад +409

    Can only dream of hitting a drive an average of 277y I've just had my ball retriever re-gripped lol

    • @sixldoesstuff5566
      @sixldoesstuff5566 3 года назад +23

      Underrated comment

    • @joshuamorris9050
      @joshuamorris9050 3 года назад +3

      I just put more string on my trimmer I’m ready for the rough

    • @silentchaos1
      @silentchaos1 3 года назад

      practice makes perfect

    • @michaellarko7731
      @michaellarko7731 3 года назад +5

      one of the greatest comments I have ever read...well done Jimmy!

    • @steeloned
      @steeloned 3 года назад

      Ball go deep.

  • @dudelive8990
    @dudelive8990 3 года назад +12

    I love how real you get in these reviews, you give us golfers real answers and not a sells pitch. Bless you Rick!!🙌🙌

  • @cwugrad396
    @cwugrad396 3 года назад +35

    when rick did 5 generation driver testing i think the only company that improved from model to model was titleist - so while these might not be out of this world i respect the fact they do improve no matter how small and are not brining our new gear every 6 weeks

    • @Mazrim420
      @Mazrim420 2 года назад +1

      Cobra did also. He did Cobra f9, then Cobra Speedzone, then Cobra LTDX and each step up he would gain 5 yards or so on average carry distance. F9 was around 285, SZ was around 290-300, and the LTDX was 300 - 307 I think was his longest with it

  • @nateman79
    @nateman79 3 года назад +86

    Ironically, a mars rover is more affordable

  • @Kif1171
    @Kif1171 3 года назад +159

    I too aspire to one day be able to casually practice driving at the course with my bag of ProV1s 😭

    • @dukefan127
      @dukefan127 3 года назад +5

      Get 1.3 million RUclips followers, and you can do that and buy drivers just to give away....

    • @drewmassengale6970
      @drewmassengale6970 3 года назад +3

      😢 same

    • @craigvn1
      @craigvn1 3 года назад

      Friend of mine played on tour back in the day. At the start of the season he got a gross (dozen dozen), brand new Titleist balata's just to use as his practice balls for the next few months. My eye's spun, but since then always try and use the best quality balls I can to practice with, especially short game. Can't believe people who practice short game with range balls.

    • @johnnyutah482
      @johnnyutah482 3 года назад +1

      Then become a PGA member...I did

    • @bobbyDD
      @bobbyDD 3 года назад

      practice provs are $30 a dozen instead of $48. not exactly cheap but if your just practicing short game its not out of the question and well worth it. i bought 2 dozen just to practice chips, bunker shots and pitches

  • @marcwoodley3104
    @marcwoodley3104 3 года назад +1

    I’ve just had a full bag fitting, had in mind what I thought I wanted and what would suit my game and came out with none of it! I soon realised just going for the brand you like won’t help you!
    Keep up the great content mate your coaching videos have helped me out massively!!!

  • @calvingraham8302
    @calvingraham8302 3 года назад +2

    Yes totally enjoy Rick on everything he does but his Tech talk I truly love he's honest don't push the product just gives you the numbers...another great video Rick...Thank you Sir

  • @chrisdunn8675
    @chrisdunn8675 3 года назад +190

    ‘Unlike the mars rover, these drivers are not out of this world’ - RS 🤭

    • @sambartholomew3556
      @sambartholomew3556 3 года назад

      Haha that’s funny

    • @jhoff1114
      @jhoff1114 3 года назад +1

      ha you could see his smirk at his dad joke. so great

    • @nightsky613
      @nightsky613 3 года назад

      It has received great reviews from other channels like TXG and Crossfield

    • @nightsky613
      @nightsky613 3 года назад

      @Huw chardon Rick’s review was not great on the TSi. Just pointed out that others gave them high marks. I have no dog in the fight

    • @roberthampton6438
      @roberthampton6438 3 года назад

      Just the price maybe??

  • @piercemurphy1649
    @piercemurphy1649 3 года назад +40

    There is actually nothing better when rick tests a product and talks about it in the office 👍👌

    • @stephprime
      @stephprime 3 года назад +1

      look at TXG Channel and Golf Sidekick. Combination of Rick and those 2 channels has everything you need and you will love it :D

  • @jamesmauckmd8931
    @jamesmauckmd8931 3 года назад

    Rick- a couple years ago I purchased a TS1 after being fitted by the assistant pro at my home club. I absolutely love it. I need a forgiving driver as I am a high handicap golfer (25) with a slower swing. It only carries about 160-180 yards, 200 yards if I really hit it well, but much straighter. With watching your videos on hitting a driver, I have improved a lot this summer. Keep up the good work. Jim

  • @erniestarkey8856
    @erniestarkey8856 3 года назад

    You gave me the information I needed. I have TS3 and will just keep that in the bag. It is an awesome driver and still looks amazing. Thanks for the video.

  • @markrotman1654
    @markrotman1654 3 года назад +5

    Hit the TSi2 and TSi3 drivers today. i I think you nailed the review! Higher handicapper and found the TSi2 more forgiving for me with a tighter landing distribution. Had more issues with control on the TSi3, so my preference was the TSi2. My distance on each was similar with about 250 carry and 260-270 total (trackman, 10-12 deg launch, low spin rate)

  • @richardchester3087
    @richardchester3087 3 года назад +16

    Luckily, managed to pick up a fitted TS3 recently for roughly half the RRP of TSI3. Absolutely love it and will use the savings to put towards lessons to improve my skills (much more limiting in my case than the latest tech).

  • @oldguymotocross4866
    @oldguymotocross4866 3 года назад

    I was swinging an old Cleveland Hibore with a R flex shaft. Used to hit it a ton. I was out of golf for awhile and I’ve gained weight and gotten a bit stronger. I went and got fitted for a new driver. Out of 5 different brands I swung the TSi3 improved me the best. My dispersion was great and I went from 105mph club head speed to 114mph with the Hzrdus smoke RDX 6.5. Spin down from 5800!!! To 2700. Went from 240 carry to 285 carry. It’s amazing how different clubs work for different people!! Cheers! Love the content!!

  • @davedrukengolf
    @davedrukengolf 3 года назад

    Hey Rick, I watch all of the review videos and am a golf professional myself. I really enjoy and appreciate the direction you have taken the channel. Holding companies to the claims they are making. Keep it up 👍

  • @oisinmccloskey6299
    @oisinmccloskey6299 3 года назад +81

    I love how ricks been trying to be hitting more fairways and then then he's complaining about a driver that offers that😅

    • @lacabala31
      @lacabala31 3 года назад

      I'd like to see face to face comparison between tsi3 and speedzone too

    • @elchipotle623
      @elchipotle623 3 года назад +5

      Lol. In fairness, he did mention he felt he lost too much distance-wise and didn't like the sound off the face. Plus it launched higher which he probably wouldn't want. Probably the Speedzone Extreme suits him better in those aspects.

    • @oisinmccloskey6299
      @oisinmccloskey6299 3 года назад

      @@elchipotle623 ye if it doesn't suit it just doesn't suit

    • @Me-uv6kc
      @Me-uv6kc 3 года назад +5

      Hitting fairways is so overrated.

    • @grapetonenatches186
      @grapetonenatches186 3 года назад +1

      @@Me-uv6kc Unless you can hit fairways.

  • @deejayreimer57
    @deejayreimer57 3 года назад +4

    Bought the TS2 which was an upgrade from my 913 and I'm getting almost 20 more yards on it. The technology put into the TS series is hard to get better when it's already near the top! Love my Titleist driver and bought it a few weeks ago when they're clearing them out... If you can get a ts2 or 3 do it for a fraction of the price!

    • @sirchdj
      @sirchdj 3 года назад +1

      I just bought a TS2 driver and 3 wood for the price I'd have to pay just for a TSi2 driver on it's own

  • @hunnymb
    @hunnymb 3 года назад +1

    Rick’s instructional videos have helped me hit more fairways this year! Unfortunately, I’m so used to hitting out of the rough, I’ve never really learned to hit off of the fairway 😆 Now looking for fairway iron and wood vids.... Another good review here! Thx!

  • @Gmecice
    @Gmecice 3 года назад

    Rick you do a fantastic job of testing the equipment and I just wanna let you know it’s truly appreciate it.

  • @charlesglad8126
    @charlesglad8126 3 года назад +7

    When i test drivers i don't really look at distance a hole lot i like to look at look of club the feel and how accurate i am with it. I'm willing to give up 10 yards if I'm putting the ball in the fairway consistently. And I'm able to shape the ball consistently.

  • @thebattlerocker4338
    @thebattlerocker4338 3 года назад +30

    Rick: "bucket of prov1's"
    Me: "bucket of range balls and luckily finds a scuffed prov1"

  • @roddnelson1519
    @roddnelson1519 2 года назад

    I bought the TSi3 to replace the 915. I personally noticed a 10 to 20 yard carry difference. however for me I was able to get a much straighter ball flight and the sound was so much better. Meaty is an accurate description. Quite satisfying. I gave the 915 to a good friend who is undyingly grateful so a win win for me. Thanks Rick for a great review. You are the best!

  • @rexplaysgolf8142
    @rexplaysgolf8142 3 года назад

    Never really thought of wanting a titleilist but these new drivers really change my mind and look like some of the best for this year! Great review always enjoy a rick Shiels vid👍thanks

  • @bradackerman3662
    @bradackerman3662 3 года назад +9

    Rick.
    Before watching any of your videos I was a walking billboard (on the course) for Titleist. Because of you, I have opened up my eyes and started testing / using new brands. Currently have a Cobra driver and a TaylorMade wood.
    Trust that your videos are serving a great purpose to a lot of golfers, at all different handicaps.
    Thank you for your honest feedback.

  • @hcuk5429
    @hcuk5429 3 года назад +3

    Liked Rick, keep the content coming please - only thing keeping me sane! too wet to play golf!!

  • @adamboyle3331
    @adamboyle3331 3 года назад +1

    2:50 thank you. I don’t know why other reviewers can’t do something this simple yet informative.

    • @grapetonenatches186
      @grapetonenatches186 3 года назад

      Agreed. I like how Rick gets to the point with solid information.

  • @jamesratnage4923
    @jamesratnage4923 3 года назад +1

    Love the clear honesty of your review Rick - legendary!

  • @jerrygengler9515
    @jerrygengler9515 3 года назад +7

    One of my local pros told a guy who asked him if "THIS Driver" which he had in his hands, really added 20 yards, and his reply was, if that was the case, by now I'd be hitting a driver over 600 yards...fixing your swing and contact spot adds yards....get lessons, fix that swing, then get fitted and that will add yards.

  • @biggybigman
    @biggybigman 3 года назад +189

    "Do you know when you hit a driver and it pops off the face?"
    No. No I don't......😭😭

    • @Nasiello
      @Nasiello 3 года назад +13

      "do you know when you hit a driver and you have to go looking for the ball?" YES!

    • @biggybigman
      @biggybigman 3 года назад +1

      @@Nasiello 🤣🤣

    • @bigal6274
      @bigal6274 3 года назад +1

      Your words cut me deep Rick... you cut me deep 😭

    • @tbond3503
      @tbond3503 3 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣 snap

    • @greyosprey4096
      @greyosprey4096 3 года назад +1

      The know when I hit a driver and it pops UP off the face. lol

  • @channelname1700
    @channelname1700 3 года назад

    Thank you Rick for the honest review! Your honesty is a nice change from the gimmicks they try to sell on golf channel commercials. I'm happy to be a subscriber! Thanks!

  • @MrNinjamanguydude
    @MrNinjamanguydude 3 года назад

    I was just fitted into the Tsi3. I told the fitter to find me the best head / shaft combo. I never would have imagined because i originally wanted the ping G410 LSTbut the Tsi3 gave me an average of 4-5 extra mph in ball speed over anything else i tried. I recommend!

  • @mathieudeshaies3670
    @mathieudeshaies3670 2 года назад +9

    Just came back from a fitting. Great experience. Tried all the new drivers and the TSi2 came out on top for me. Did not expect it at all especially against the g425, Rogue Max Cobra LTD and Stealth. It makes such a big impact on confidence.

    • @cheemomugdoo799
      @cheemomugdoo799 2 года назад

      Me too, but it was the TSi3 for me. I had been using a 913 for years, and it was just too spinney. The fitter was a bit perplexed as to why since my swing is pretty neutral, but of all the drivers we tried (Mizuno, Callaway, Cobra, Ping, Titleist) it was the best. The Ping was close, and more forgiving, but on the best swings the Titleist was the winner. Of course the TSR's will be out soon, but from this video I bet they will be very close in performance to the TSi series.

  • @theroguetaco647
    @theroguetaco647 3 года назад +82

    "hitting a bucket of Pro-V1 balls." bruh i have like 2 that I found in the woods.

    • @Q-Bits8
      @Q-Bits8 3 года назад

      same m8, same...

    • @TheEdiaz91
      @TheEdiaz91 3 года назад

      You can buy a recycled pack of 12-15 at wall mart for $5-$10

    • @stevenlowe4230
      @stevenlowe4230 3 года назад +1

      And I only use em on the green 😂😂😂

  • @noelgarcia6707
    @noelgarcia6707 3 года назад +1

    Rick you are by far my favorite instructional, reviewer, and ball tester out there. You helped me with your videos I was shooting high 80s to mid 90s and you helped me shoot mid 70s and low 80s now thank you. But I have to have up playing the game for awhile now because my irons and hybrid where stolen from me and I don’t have that kind of money to spend to get the same irons and hybrid my friend lended me his ping irons for the time being but hes starting to play more now so I had to return them back to him.My heart hurts because I love this game you helped me enjoy and grow with this game, and even that my irons and hybrid was stolen from me I will still love this game. Thank you for helping me grow with this game and making me a better player and making me a better person. Thank you rick you have a fan for life

    • @drvs2262
      @drvs2262 3 года назад

      All that to try and scrounge some free golf gear. 😂

    • @noelgarcia6707
      @noelgarcia6707 3 года назад

      Do you know what’s crazy about that tailor maid already sent me back three irons but I turned them down because I didn’t earn them because a good friend of mine heard what happened I didn’t even tell him and Rick told a story about how one of his clubs got stolen and so that just reminded me of that time so before you pass judgment on somebody please know the meaning behind it

    • @noelgarcia6707
      @noelgarcia6707 3 года назад

      And plus not only that I got a hold of Rick’s email and I sent him an email telling him do not send me any free gear if you ever read it telling him I just remember that story that Rick had said and how he had a quick golfing for a little bit I don’t need I don’t want anything for free Because after I sent that comment I realize that’s what it looked like so I can understand your hate and then I sent him that email

  • @jimrichards3916
    @jimrichards3916 3 года назад

    Great review again Rick. Honest and up front as we have come to expect. You must be knackered now!

  • @nightsky613
    @nightsky613 3 года назад +4

    I play the TS2. I tested it against TM, Cally and Cobra and it won by a mile. I am looking forward to the TSi2.

  • @jaymoore2853
    @jaymoore2853 3 года назад +16

    TXG speaks highly of the TSi3 you might need to get a new GC quad Rick.

    • @jamescollins3301
      @jamescollins3301 3 года назад +3

      Also TXG guy hits the ball 30 more yards farther than Rick don't forget that

  • @Morleyyy
    @Morleyyy 3 года назад

    Was never really a fan of your swing over the years, but ive started liking it alot. Crunching it!

  • @myleshancock9164
    @myleshancock9164 3 года назад

    Thanks for your very honest thoughts Rick! I have the TS3 and I love it. It's staying in the bag 😊👍

  • @krismorin743
    @krismorin743 3 года назад +6

    Been waiting a while for a good review video.. maybe review some of those Taylormades?

  • @matthewlee3357
    @matthewlee3357 3 года назад +32

    Did you pick your T-shirt to match the head cover? 😂

    • @3rdgroove
      @3rdgroove 3 года назад +1

      ...and the studio background: black/white

  • @matthewcawsey8167
    @matthewcawsey8167 3 года назад

    Had a custom fitting yesterday and left with the TSi3. My original driver was a 20-year-old Titleist 983k which I love. Did I notice a difference. OH YES! Amazing. You may not notice much if you change every year or two. 20 years? Night and Day. Awesome driver. 25 yards more carry, tighter dispersion. A keeper!

  • @coegj
    @coegj 3 года назад

    This is why I like your reviews, you do what you do so we can decide what we will or will not do as pertaining to Golf Santa and whether he or she will strike or not. Good stuff Rick, thanks.

  • @sethjorgensen308
    @sethjorgensen308 3 года назад +4

    I like the drivers I need a new one, going on a full bag fitting next year, but as far as you testing them goes I think the weather has a lot to do with it and what your carry distance and over all ends up being, cause whatever the weather is in the UK which I’m sure is pretty chilly, you will lose distance compared to when
    It’s right in the middle of the summer, but keep doing what your doing I love your videos keep being out great new content

    • @OnTheSnap1
      @OnTheSnap1 3 года назад +1

      Rick needs to baseline it with his own driver in the same session

    • @sethjorgensen308
      @sethjorgensen308 3 года назад

      Yes I do agree with that, I mean I’ve seen different videos were people have gain anywhere between 20 and 40 yards of carry distance, but he’s only losing 3 to 5 yard in carry distance in slightly colder weather.

  • @pateljn77
    @pateljn77 3 года назад +5

    You should do a video testing the M1 against the SIM.

  • @jonramirez7629
    @jonramirez7629 3 года назад

    Great feedback and insight on both new Titleist drivers. Still in search for a low spinning driver as good and consistent as the the Taylormade SIM. Still haven’t found it. You the man Rick!

  • @brandonhatten3075
    @brandonhatten3075 2 года назад

    I had done quite a bit of reading before I went for a fitting today. I had figured I would leave with the G425, but came home with the TSi2. In all I was fitted for: Rouge, G425, TSi2, and Stealth.
    The Titleist was far and away the most consistent for me and second only in distance to the Stealth.
    Absolutely love the sound and feel of the TSi2, again, not what I expected, as it wasn’t even on my short list.
    Happily surprised.
    Thanks for the review, Rick.

  • @robertpierson382
    @robertpierson382 3 года назад +5

    The TSi3 looks phenomenal. Beyond that, the price is a lot to ask for though.

    • @danarcotta1283
      @danarcotta1283 Год назад

      Robert Pierson, I got fitted, the TSI 3 was the driver that fit me best. Its an absolute fairway finder $600
      I'm thrilled with it

  • @michaelwhite6341
    @michaelwhite6341 3 года назад +6

    Your review videos keep getting better! Love it!
    I think it would be cool if you started incorporating more mid to high handicapper data in your reviews. I’m sure most of your subscribers are in that range and it would be interesting to see what this new tech does for a golfer with lower swing speed and higher chance of missing center of the club. Maybe not the best time to start doing it due to quarantine/social distancing but it would be cool to see more of it when you feel it’s safe.

  • @yourule4062
    @yourule4062 3 года назад

    Hi Rick me and my dad love your videos and they really inspire us and we use. Your tips to get better at golf! Thanks for being so inspiring

  • @adammimran
    @adammimran 3 года назад

    Great review rick! Appreciate you tested it against the previous model. I’m gaming a 913D2, just upgraded the shaft this year but looking for a new head with more explosive distance. I hit the tsi2 and it’s solid! But need to do a proper fitting to maximize potential, maybe a little workout over winter too haha.

  • @krismorin743
    @krismorin743 3 года назад +5

    Here from the facebook live

  • @myopenmind527
    @myopenmind527 3 года назад +8

    Hard to explain why Tommy Fleetwood and other tour pros who are not contracted to a specific brand have out thin in their bag in and removed the TaylorMade Sim driver. 🤷🏻‍♂️
    The TSi3 was the most popular driver at this years US OPEN.
    Go have a look at the TXG review.

    • @lookkool
      @lookkool 3 года назад +3

      The TXG club reviews are great. There are a lot of tour pros (not contracted) that put a TSi driver in their bag for a reason. The review from Rick was a let down...I don’t believe that he was even fitted for the drivers. Fitters want spin rates to be closer to 2000 rpms for his swing speed and the backspin on his TSi2 was at 2800 rpms.

    • @myopenmind527
      @myopenmind527 3 года назад

      @@lookkool I agree. These days you need to be fitted for all the clubs in your bag if you want to optimise performance.

    • @jaymoore2853
      @jaymoore2853 3 года назад

      @@myopenmind527 *optimize

    • @myopenmind527
      @myopenmind527 3 года назад +2

      @@jaymoore2853 UK spelling not US. In fact optimise is also used in Canada.

    • @jaymoore2853
      @jaymoore2853 3 года назад +1

      @@myopenmind527 oh ok I learn something new everyday

  • @billystephens3149
    @billystephens3149 3 года назад +1

    Loved this review! Amazing information and not biased at all

  • @peterkelley6344
    @peterkelley6344 3 года назад

    Fascinating review. It went from optimistic expectation to objective review.
    Good job Rick!

  • @giteausuperstar
    @giteausuperstar 3 года назад +33

    Rick: y'know when you hit a driver and it just "pops" off the face?
    Me: No.

    • @Micter
      @Micter 3 года назад

      LOL

    • @cobra1995xx
      @cobra1995xx 3 года назад +2

      I was raising my hand.. i thought he said "plops" off the face... thats me !! Lol

  • @Robbie-th9ni
    @Robbie-th9ni 3 года назад +9

    I’ve always wondered how Rick works around other people playing on the course and how he always seems to get the course to himself

    • @alexbooth1539
      @alexbooth1539 3 года назад +3

      I know quite a lot of the time he goes at the crack of dawn just as the sun has come up. I’m guessing he’ll also avoid weekends and play early/late midweek
      But I know what you mean, sometimes you see other golfers in the background and I wonder the same haha

    • @nehori8051
      @nehori8051 3 года назад +1

      Editing

    • @mattmcgrath9061
      @mattmcgrath9061 3 года назад +4

      I don’t understand why he skipped his standard durability test where he hits 10 balls out of the bunker

    • @Robbie-th9ni
      @Robbie-th9ni 3 года назад +2

      @@alexbooth1539 there must have been some awkward moments where he’s had to explain to people on the same tee as him about there been a load of golf balls down the fairway 😂

    • @alexbooth1539
      @alexbooth1539 3 года назад +2

      @@Robbie-th9ni hahaha imagine walking up to tee and man like Shielsys just chucked 24 pro V1s onto deck

  • @mattbonnell7023
    @mattbonnell7023 3 года назад

    Great review as always Rick. The best golf club reviews on RUclips in my opinion!

  • @golfraven5669
    @golfraven5669 3 года назад

    Honest review. Glad to see a comparison with TS3 which I have in the bag. I said I will keep it in the bag for a long time and it kind of assures me that this is the right thing to do. TSi became quite popular on tour and I guess it is because it performs consistently rather than giving you outragous distances which most Tour Players already have. Still, TSi 3 looks sexy though

  • @rodneyhickman825
    @rodneyhickman825 3 года назад +60

    I would give up 10-15 yards all day to hit the fairway more often

    • @markroper1956
      @markroper1956 3 года назад +5

      Use a 3 wood then 🤣🤣🤣

    • @rodneyhickman825
      @rodneyhickman825 3 года назад +4

      @@markroper1956 I am worse with a 3 wood lol

    • @Rehle94
      @Rehle94 3 года назад

      Get out the stone ages and SMASH IT

    • @gaviscon999
      @gaviscon999 3 года назад +1

      That makes no sense at all in terms of strokes gained.... You'd be approaching every green with an iron 2 clubs longer.. so would have a massive effect on you GIR

    • @Rehle94
      @Rehle94 3 года назад +1

      @@gaviscon999 Careful, brain detected. Don't scare them

  • @sargentjdude96
    @sargentjdude96 3 года назад +6

    I’ve honestly really missed a good Rick Shiels club review. Best golf channel by far Love from Philly

    • @Tubs0147
      @Tubs0147 3 года назад +1

      Yes completely agree. More reviews please Rick. What about ping g425 ;)

  • @prsimons
    @prsimons 3 года назад

    Well thought out review. Like the way you explained the range of drivers and compared with the previous generation. Well done Rick.

  • @lawerencedyer2868
    @lawerencedyer2868 3 года назад

    Thanks as usual Rick for your view of these drivers. I feel confident in buying (or not buying) when I know you have done a nice in depth review. Cheers

  • @Nico-998
    @Nico-998 3 года назад +28

    Soo Rick are you giving these drivers away 👀

    • @krismorin743
      @krismorin743 3 года назад +6

      I wouldn't count on it lol..

    • @JoseHernandez-pu3vr
      @JoseHernandez-pu3vr 3 года назад +1

      you should watch the last video..

    • @krismorin743
      @krismorin743 3 года назад +6

      @@JoseHernandez-pu3vr oh, I've seen it.

    • @Nico-998
      @Nico-998 3 года назад +3

      @@JoseHernandez-pu3vr saw the last video, but I must admit these look so smart

    • @Nico-998
      @Nico-998 3 года назад +1

      @@krismorin743 wishful thinking mate 😂

  • @sportsguy23
    @sportsguy23 3 года назад +33

    You just get to the point of diminishing returns with these drivers these days. They're all literally within a few specs of one another.

    • @SAABguyMD
      @SAABguyMD 3 года назад +1

      I just mentioned the same thing in my comment, it seems like manufacturers at best gain one yard per year with driver. 🤜🏼🤛🏼

    • @joshackroyd500
      @joshackroyd500 3 года назад +1

      Yeah I agree, only if you game a driver from a few years ago and want to upgrade, you’ll see some results, but year on year back to back, the only thing that changes is the looks and the price going up 🤣

    • @sportsguy23
      @sportsguy23 3 года назад +1

      @@SAABguyMD Totally. I'm not sure why they think we'll keep buying them.

    • @alexmoorcroft9580
      @alexmoorcroft9580 3 года назад

      @@sportsguy23 unfortunately there’s way too many golfers who are happy to pay the price. Golf brands are taking the piss these days with pricing and it won’t change until a lot more people refuse to pay it. If we all didn’t upgrade for 2 years they would be half the price 😂

    • @robroninja
      @robroninja 3 года назад +1

      Very true Keith, I think it’s admirable titleist only has new club releases every two years because they recognize this. Taylormade on the other hand has a new gimmicky driver they release with stupid names every season

  • @MrJcrida1
    @MrJcrida1 3 года назад

    Love watching your review videos! Always unbiased info.

  • @benwignall2059
    @benwignall2059 3 года назад

    Probably the best review you have done. Very fair n honest. I’m a massive titleist fan n was thinking about getting the tsi2 but after watching this I will stick with my ts2. Keep up the great work rick from ben (aka weapon) 🤣

  • @michaelbedford8017
    @michaelbedford8017 3 года назад +4

    Rick, how much does temperature and humidity make when testing these things?

    • @jonathontucker5743
      @jonathontucker5743 3 года назад

      Was thinking the same. Check out the difference Vs Rick's review of the TS3 in the warm studio 2 years ago

  • @MrLee025
    @MrLee025 3 года назад +11

    Titleist are known for being the ‘shorter’ driver. Never boasted about 20+ yards a year distance. You even said yourself how consistent you were with it...

    • @sonny2480
      @sonny2480 3 года назад +2

      Funny. Just watched TXGs video and their guy was hitting it miles. 🤷‍♂️

  • @harrymurrell8071
    @harrymurrell8071 3 года назад

    Thanks for being so honest! Shoutout to the Cleveland Launcher Turbo driver! You had the same ball speed with that thing for half the price!

  • @jorgechavez3322
    @jorgechavez3322 3 года назад

    I've been watching your videos from Mexico, I started playing golf 6 months ago! and im a huge fan!

  • @Biggbosshog
    @Biggbosshog 3 года назад +5

    TXG did a review and got 8 yards more carry than Matt’s gamer. The driver was even fitted.

    • @johnmagnell8902
      @johnmagnell8902 3 года назад

      I like TXG a lot. Ian is very knowledgeable, but remember that they are selling a product. Expensive fittings and custom shafts. Just saying...

    • @Biggbosshog
      @Biggbosshog 3 года назад

      @@johnmagnell8902 I understand what they do, but their tests are usually more accurate than Rick’s.

  • @dstrick62
    @dstrick62 3 года назад +5

    For driver testing, I'm glad Rick doesn't get the pipe cutter out.

  • @diksus
    @diksus 3 года назад +1

    Great vid! Could you do a specific test to try to quantify the impact of the moveable weight ? I always wondered if this kind of features was more than a marketing gimmick... Keep up the amazing work, you just pushed me to go back on the course after a 8 years break !💪

  • @anthonyfarmer8387
    @anthonyfarmer8387 3 года назад

    I really like the new format Rick, very crisp, informative and professional - congrats! Any chance of mid handicap testing? I like seeing "someone like me" hitting clubs I might buy. Keep up the good work.

  • @littleking1littleboy147
    @littleking1littleboy147 3 года назад +9

    Taylormade: I’m about this mans whole career. 😳

  • @dru9217
    @dru9217 3 года назад +8

    Hey Rick, you should give a couple of these bad boys away

  • @Pvt-Cab00se
    @Pvt-Cab00se 3 года назад

    Honest and straight as always, glad you don’t get bought off or anything by these companies so you can give us honest reviews

  • @Sergio-qk7tl
    @Sergio-qk7tl 3 года назад

    Great in depth analysis of these Drivers Rick. I really appreciate your honesty and comments. The hype and blurb of these Drivers don't really do it for me. You need to test and see what the results are like. That's the test! Well done and thanks once again. Cheers Serg

  • @b.j.freeman1920
    @b.j.freeman1920 3 года назад +19

    I'm still hitting nice bombs with my Taylormade SLDR 🤷🏾‍♂️. There's only so much that can be done to clubs these days. Your pretty much paying for the brand and look.

    • @joshydep84
      @joshydep84 3 года назад

      You must be the exceptional. Didn't they demonize the SLDR?

    • @Bjbarend
      @Bjbarend 3 года назад +3

      Still one of the best bombing drivers you can get! Only 'downside' is that you get punished when not hitting the middle of the face :)

    • @b.j.freeman1920
      @b.j.freeman1920 3 года назад +2

      @@joshydep84 what you mean demonize it? And no I'm not exceptional lol. I'll give you a good 88-90 score lol

    • @b.j.freeman1920
      @b.j.freeman1920 3 года назад

      @@Bjbarend that's true but I keep my adjustable directly in the middle of fade and draw to keep a little bit of balance lol

    • @LDH692002
      @LDH692002 3 года назад +1

      Hands down the best driver Taylor made ever made!!

  • @doggin6
    @doggin6 3 года назад +6

    I don’t know why, but Titleist drivers never do it for me.

    • @garyverth4887
      @garyverth4887 3 года назад

      I'm opposite I've been through several since 905, just got TSi4 which I never thought would be for me and it's amazing still have that explosive feeling of the face.
      2016 M2 was only thing close but not as easy to hit.

  • @irvinlee1800
    @irvinlee1800 3 года назад

    I'm so glad for your super honest reviews rick. stay honest and true!

  • @gregthebunny553
    @gregthebunny553 3 года назад

    Love your honest reviews and opinions. I always feel like I can trust you to give a honest to god review. Keep up the good work Rick!!

  • @kursed34
    @kursed34 3 года назад +5

    TXG thought it was the best Titleist they ever tested

    • @davidmcaleenon6389
      @davidmcaleenon6389 3 года назад +4

      TXG will be fitting/selling these drivers....

    • @OHgreensguy
      @OHgreensguy 3 года назад

      @@Peter-ff1tp There's something to be said for seeing the numbers with different settings and shafts. Guys are dropping the consensus longest drivers of 2020 for it.

    • @OHgreensguy
      @OHgreensguy 3 года назад

      @@Peter-ff1tp That's a bit harsh to say about someone who has amassed the number of subscribers that he has. Especially in the golf space. He's been a grinder and has done some really good work. So I will be specific in my criticism. I disagree with his take about this line of drivers. I don't think it's fair to make the statement he did based on such a small sample size. I would almost guarantee that he could get better numbers with some shifting of weight and a shaft change. Is it possible that he is taking the contrarian stance when everyone else so far is raving about it? Of course it is. I wouldn't be surprised to see a "Revisit" video in the future when the TSi3 is being considered the "Driver of the Year"

  • @andrewharle450
    @andrewharle450 3 года назад +3

    RUclips tech reviewer “so this is my daily driver”
    Rick Shiels.......

  • @SportsTraining1
    @SportsTraining1 3 года назад

    I have always liked Titleist equipment, I am sure there are longer drivers but love the dependability of their stuff. I still like seeing the reviews of other equipment, great video as always.

  • @SAABguyMD
    @SAABguyMD 3 года назад

    Good reviews! I was very interested to see how this driver performed with the new materials. The one thing I have learned following you for several years and watching many other driver reviews, is that manufacturers only seem to gain about one yard per year with new clubs. This is why I don't consider replacing my driver until it is at least 7 to 8 years old. I'll be interested to know your take. Cheers 🏌️‍♀️

  • @mulvihillmatt
    @mulvihillmatt 3 года назад +4

    The TS3 and TSi3 are both gorgeous to look at. Too bad they're not all that impressive with distance.

    • @prestonbonner2456
      @prestonbonner2456 3 года назад

      Have you been under a rock? Ts3 is long... not quite sim long, but almost.

  • @ahastar1141
    @ahastar1141 3 года назад +4

    I love how wide the reactions are to this driver:
    Rick: 😒
    Mark cross field: 🧐
    Txg: 🤯
    Mr short game: 😌

    • @Brewtal2009
      @Brewtal2009 3 года назад +1

      the reason is obvious

    • @martinstirling7949
      @martinstirling7949 3 года назад

      Michael Newton: 👍

    • @JohnnysaidWhat
      @JohnnysaidWhat 3 года назад +1

      Mark was really excited about it getting to 160. Mattie boy from TXG could hit a cardboard tube 300 carry so of course he loves most drivers

  • @kevinokeefe1973
    @kevinokeefe1973 3 года назад

    Good honest feedback as always, shows it's not worth wasting money on latest clubs that don't reward with big enough results, there are not any bad clubs from the big brands so best to get fitted to the clubs that suit and give best results overall.

  • @markheinl1902
    @markheinl1902 3 года назад

    Great review. Appreciate the honest review of these new drivers

  • @cdb195
    @cdb195 3 года назад +3

    I can't say this makes me want to upgrade to them. Sad that after 2 years this is all they could come up with.

  • @johnlarosa10
    @johnlarosa10 3 года назад +9

    They look absolutely clean but I’ll still slice into the next fairway

    • @chadlynch9743
      @chadlynch9743 3 года назад

      You can fix that I fix my slice it one day and I am a junior

    • @prod.by.mozalf
      @prod.by.mozalf 3 года назад

      Look, try to like hit the ball at the end of the club face, I did that and I never slice the ball now

    • @davidoofdrums5921
      @davidoofdrums5921 3 года назад

      @@prod.by.mozalf so address the ball nearer the toe and swing like normal?

    • @grapetonenatches186
      @grapetonenatches186 3 года назад

      Next time just try hitting the ball straight and keeping it on the fareway.

  • @julianroberts698
    @julianroberts698 3 года назад

    Great video Rick. Can always trust you to give an in depth honest opinion. Good work

  • @willcorbett9770
    @willcorbett9770 3 года назад +1

    I really enjoy watching your videos. This episode introducing the new Titleist driver were very intriguing. However, I felt some the research was inaccurate considering the loft of the TS2/TS3 was 9.5 versus the loft of the TSI2/TSI3 was 10.0

  • @paulinsana153
    @paulinsana153 3 года назад +3

    Rick don't know how you can keep saying that new equipment isn't impressing you. Your performance has plummeted over the past 7 years I have watched your channel. Love your videos for sure but there is a reason why Peter Finch waxes you on the course. You've become complacent in your game while he has honed his

    • @tufph
      @tufph 3 года назад

      Meh, he's a coach + youtuber. Pretty sure he's not allowed to like new drivers.

  • @francissssss
    @francissssss 3 года назад +6

    Rick - You can’t possibly expect the TSI2 to carry a decent distance when your spin rate is 2800... you’re not giving these clubs a fair shake and it’s not an accurate narrative... especially when you are catering to golfers that aren’t gear heads.

    • @robroninja
      @robroninja 3 года назад +3

      I just said the same thing! Not to mention TSi2 is for players who need more spin to carry the ball longer, Rick is definitely a TSi3 player. Clearly he was not correctly fitted for these drivers

    • @lookkool
      @lookkool 3 года назад +3

      Completely agree with you. The reviews by Rick and Peter Finch were a joke...the launch and spin rates were not optimized. The TXG reviews are the most accurate with Ian being a master fitter.

  • @lorcanfeely6371
    @lorcanfeely6371 3 года назад

    I can tell you were delighted with that last line. And rightly so!

  • @keithn1
    @keithn1 3 года назад

    A proper honest review, really impressed, thanks Rick