I bought the new Costco Golf clubs & I'm SHOCKED!

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  • @jopo7996
    @jopo7996 Год назад +3771

    Those MacGregor clubs may be the best value, but they're not when you also leave Costco with 2 paddle boards, a barbecue, and a garden shed you weren't planning on.

    • @danielbell8416
      @danielbell8416 Год назад +159

      Don't forget the hot dog

    • @rdspam
      @rdspam Год назад +56

      But all the free food samples…

    • @obviouslyPSM
      @obviouslyPSM Год назад +74

      Don’t forget that 135 inch flatscreen and the 900 rolls of paper towels

    • @kieranvr8663
      @kieranvr8663 Год назад +22

      Underrated comment. Full stop.

    • @crk9612
      @crk9612 Год назад

      Be a man and just suck up,or enjoy Costco life 😂😂😂😂

  • @drmcroadkill3114
    @drmcroadkill3114 Год назад +551

    I would love to see a PGA Tournament where every player gets a box the morning of and that's what they all play.

    • @heritagejonery3879
      @heritagejonery3879 Год назад +13

      I would love to see a tournament with much more restoration on how many clubs too. I think less clubs could be far more interested much harder choices.

    • @JohnSmithyy365
      @JohnSmithyy365 Год назад +2

      Would love to see that

    • @Tom_H327
      @Tom_H327 11 месяцев назад +2

      This would be an excellent opportunity for the PGA. I'd watch all that coverage. 😂

    • @RubSomefastOnIt
      @RubSomefastOnIt 8 месяцев назад

      it would be better to do a charity random draw two man scramble. (one youtube golfer, one pro) and they all have to blind draw each of their clubs out of thrift stor bins... (garbage cans with all the heads down at the bottom and its half filled with sand so they cant see what they are)

    • @chriskubond6314
      @chriskubond6314 7 месяцев назад

      Would love to see that as well

  • @michaelpduggan
    @michaelpduggan Год назад +774

    I like that Rick reviews cheap package sets more often than anything from major brands at this point

    • @kevinwood1722
      @kevinwood1722 Год назад +11

      I think it’s good he, and other RUclipsrs, review cheaper brands but I have more interest in the top dollar stuff.

    • @andrewmilner3371
      @andrewmilner3371 Год назад +4

      Because the major brands would get expensive

    • @clerns
      @clerns Год назад +34

      I think most people know what to expect from the major brands at this point. I don't really need Rick to tell me that Taylormade or Titleist make good clubs. Plus a professional fitter would help sort out the finer details of what you're looking for if you want something premium better than he can. I think reviewing these cheap sets, and lesser known brands is more useful and informative content from Rick.

    • @Garynash88
      @Garynash88 Год назад +27

      As a 33 year old brand new to the sport of golf these reviews of cheap sets are what got me into it. Picked my self up a set of wilson Pro staff golf clubs last week and have been down the driving range every day and even braved the local par 5👌

    • @CB-rv2lj
      @CB-rv2lj Год назад +21

      he knows his crowd. rich pompous ego golfers aren't watching Rick Shiels. Just a bunch of lads who like golf and want to be the best they can be at a fun amateur level.

  • @PTdoubleOT
    @PTdoubleOT Год назад +271

    Sometimes you see these "package" sets that are like 600-700$ and you just absolutely know that the guy would've been better off going the used club route. With these, there's no way you can beat the value. They look nice, nothing's overly cheaply made. Good on Costco for furthering the accessibility of the game.

    • @vasquezalfred
      @vasquezalfred Год назад +5

      Totally agree, I purchased my first set from a military Affees sporting goods store for just under $300.00 years ago around 2007, first time in everything for me with the game, an in-law showed me one time during an invite at a golf range. I picked it up naturally!! Anyhow the driver out shot 2 fellow soldiers pro drivers and they constantly play the game, one actually became irritated because he couldn’t believe it! lol I was just enjoying my accuracy on my landings, right where I locked my targeting with every swing lol
      My putting was dreadful lol

    • @Pythonzzz
      @Pythonzzz Год назад +10

      I’m sure this is true, but as a beginner, it can be hard to know what used clubs are worth buying.

    • @PTdoubleOT
      @PTdoubleOT Год назад +3

      @@Pythonzzz I mean if they're allergic to the internet sure. But if they did a little research there are videos, lists, etc all over the place on what clubs are good value.

    • @TheBathulk10
      @TheBathulk10 Год назад

      I did get the set with work reward points and genuinely happy with them though

    • @Barneyrubble241
      @Barneyrubble241 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@Pythonzzz As a beginner, you really can't go wrong with Ping G series irons. Obviously the older you go the cheaper they will be, but they are all good. If I were you, I would look for a good used set of Ping G400's. Get fitted at Edwin Watts for your proper lie angle as Ping irons are color coded. Black dot is standard and probably fit most average size guys, but if you are quite short or quite tall it will be different. I would also have your swing speed checked so you get the correct flex shaft. Wrong lie angle and/or flex will be huge disadvantages on the course. Just my 2 cents. I hope it helps.

  • @code4dragon256
    @code4dragon256 Год назад +437

    Love living vicariously through Rick, especially with the Break75 series. Stage 4 cancer and a dozen or so abdominal surgeries hindered the turn on my swing a bit haha 😅. Keep it going RS and Guy as well 👍🏼

    • @SugarRayOPrey
      @SugarRayOPrey Год назад +39

      Hope you get better brother 🙏

    • @nickyconnolly1380
      @nickyconnolly1380 Год назад +14

      Wishing you a speedy recovery and that you can get back out there soon!

    • @Al-oy3pk
      @Al-oy3pk Год назад +12

      Hope you are doing ok and everything goes well for you

    • @code4dragon256
      @code4dragon256 Год назад +40

      Thanks to all 🙏🏼 still have a positive mindset even after 2+ years of batting

    • @Nicolchu_
      @Nicolchu_ Год назад +1

      Most of us hackers do too🤣 Stay strong Dragon 🤜🤛

  • @kevindick1110
    @kevindick1110 Год назад +3

    My dad retired from MacGregor in 1977 after 25 yrs. He worked in the custom grinds/finishing department with Howard Delaney and Jack Wolcotte. I've got about 50 different sets including 4 VIP drivers signed by Nicklaus, Weiskopf, Byron and Chi Chi. A 3wood signed by Bob Hope and several others that he obtained during his tenure.

    • @lolnowayz
      @lolnowayz Месяц назад

      settle down there dicky

  • @DanoFSmith-yc9tg
    @DanoFSmith-yc9tg Год назад +32

    I love that daily leaderboard concept at the driving range. I wish local ranges in my area had that.

    • @nokia5359
      @nokia5359 Год назад +2

      it requires a trackman, Dano. about 30K a piece?
      @10 bucks for 80 balls i will never see one. more than 10 a bucket i wouldn't even go to the range 😞

  • @flopshotking
    @flopshotking Год назад +44

    I started watching you about 3 month ago and wow I'm into golf now big time. Iv only done 2 full 18 hole courses but I have done a fair few 18 hole par 3 courses and I managed to score my best round on the weekend 😀

  • @mikestewart3670
    @mikestewart3670 Год назад +34

    I think you are doing a great service to enhance and expand the game of golf thru these videos on affordable equipment. Thank you, Rick!

  • @danjeory3659
    @danjeory3659 Год назад +42

    Absolutely loving how Rick couldn't leave Trafford Golf Centre without making sure his name was in the Top 2 😂

  • @halldorbjornbaldursson5930
    @halldorbjornbaldursson5930 Год назад +98

    Loved the last drive. Rick wasn't showing us the difference between his Ping and set package set. He simply couldn't have 276 on the leader board he need one over 300 yards. Second on the table for the day 🙂 Love this guy

    • @Lucky008aau
      @Lucky008aau Год назад +1

      He said one ball, but we all know he was going to hit as many as it took to get a good one.

    • @johnkay7354
      @johnkay7354 Год назад

      was it a range ball?

  • @CatWithTwoHeads
    @CatWithTwoHeads Год назад +6

    as an intermediate golfer with a set or two, I still love these videos so that I know what to recommend for friends. I have given away a few sets, but these videos are great to pass along

  • @daviddeking2676
    @daviddeking2676 Год назад +17

    My very first set of clubs, at 12 years old, were a full set of MacGregor Tommy Armour Tourney Classics that my Dad purchased from the local pro shop for $50. Turned out to be a very collectible set that I played for years until I brought them in for regripping and the golf shop owner made me an offer I couldn't refuse. Thanks for a nice review of entry level set of clubs and bringing back memories of my own first set...

    • @Twolves2005
      @Twolves2005 Год назад

      Outstanding craftsmanship in the those classics. I've acquired a few classic pro line macregors sets from the 1960s and they are just beauties to look at. For kicks, I take them out once inawhile and enjoy them.

  • @tigerman1978
    @tigerman1978 Год назад +5

    My first set of clubs was a wilson box set at a similar price and the driver was the first club to be replaced for me as well.
    Next was adding on some proper wedges, before I replaced the wood and hybrid. It really is a good way to start playing and figuring out if you want to keep playing and to learn a bit more about what you want and need from equipment you have no experience with and no idea what to look for. Once you learn a few things, the 2nd hand market is so much less overwhelming to use as well. The ammount of golf clubs you can find out there thats barely used is quite large if you know where to look and for what to look for.
    Also, as you replace things from the box set you end up having a spare set of clubs for someone who wants to start playing, someone who just want to go hit some balles and havent brought their set or whatever. My original box set has recruited atleast 2 other players the sport after I gave it away to a colleague

  • @nicknameunavailable809
    @nicknameunavailable809 Год назад +2

    Just a reference point. A 1970 magazine had an ad for a McGregor golf set. Three woods and 8 irons for $99.95. Given inflation the Costco price holds up pretty well.

  • @eddiekalista3222
    @eddiekalista3222 Год назад +21

    I think it’s important for package sets to have a clear upgrade path. As you progress your game, you’ll start with replacing the driver and hybrid, and the rest of the set will be more than adequate while you piecemeal a better set. That’s much better than the whole set being equally bad, so you feel like it’s not worth it unless you drop the wallet on a completely new set all at once.

    • @xTRUExiNsANiTYx
      @xTRUExiNsANiTYx Год назад +3

      I think the clear path to upgrades from a package set like this is getting a driver, then wedges, then woods, putter, and if you’ve made it that far it’s probably time to get fit for some good irons.

  • @peterfconley
    @peterfconley Год назад +9

    I’m enjoying these budget reviews more than the big name ones at the moment.

  • @shaunellis3110
    @shaunellis3110 Год назад +9

    Great video Rick as a new golfer myself package sets are perfect for what I’m trying to accomplish right now which is just get comfortable with golf so great vid pal keep it up 👍

  • @johndavis2653
    @johndavis2653 Год назад +2

    Well done once again Rick, great to see your loyal followers helping with content, after all if you give us what we want (most of the time) then why wouldn't we keep following you. Love your work

  • @nicwp7320
    @nicwp7320 Год назад +4

    i bought these for myself last week, played a cheeky 9 hole yesterday and i am well impressed especially the driver .. the first shot was a little off the toe and went a little right but not much as the older clubs i was using as forgiveness is really good. i am now hitting the ball straighter than ever. The irons feel nice and weighty and forgiving as well. i cant wait to get back out on a longer course to try the hybrids

  • @alvagreemore
    @alvagreemore Год назад +2

    Thanks for the review, and the enthusiasm you put into all the reviews you give.

  • @joshuadooley181
    @joshuadooley181 Год назад +5

    LOVE these reviews. I found a set of Ping i-3 O-Size at the thrift shop for $3 a club! 4-9 with a SW and gap wedge (U)! Lamkin grips still in good shape! Best deal of the year for this guy!

  • @bennielsen1524
    @bennielsen1524 Год назад +2

    Rick is as good as it gets. I really appreciate how he connects to golfers on all levels. He may be wrong on some things but it is never because of dishonesty.

  • @1911MAS
    @1911MAS Год назад

    RICK I am so glad I subscribed, I've watched at least a half dozen videos from you and I must say I'm hooked! Your review of the Costco club set was the most genuinely honest review I've ever seen and a great way to get new players not only interested but also to give them a reasonably good set of clubs to start with, I wish you had been around when I started. Bravo Sir!!

  • @josephdubiel7129
    @josephdubiel7129 Год назад +5

    Not a bad set for a new golfer at a budget price. Thanks Rick. It was fun watching.

  • @richrutkowski8207
    @richrutkowski8207 Год назад +14

    I really enjoy when you buy and test club sets on your channel.

    • @jimpalmer4916
      @jimpalmer4916 Год назад

      Me too. It’s what I’d do if I could.

    • @okeesmokee6658
      @okeesmokee6658 Год назад

      I just wish he would have cut at least one of the clubs in half - like with the golf ball tests. I have actually wondered what the inside of a Driver really looks like - I imagine it is just a hollow cavity.

  • @carlo.studentsworld2904
    @carlo.studentsworld2904 Год назад +1

    As my first golf clubs set, I just bought two months ago a used (but like new) MacGregor set. Happy to see they could be not as bad as I imagined at first.

  • @bazjoyce8087
    @bazjoyce8087 Год назад

    Such a good review particularly for golfers starting off not knowing what to look for. Golf is HARD but videos like this are extremely useful 👌⛳

  • @joshrea5839
    @joshrea5839 Год назад +46

    Great video. I currently have the Kirkland Wedges from Costco but I feel like its time to upgrade. I would LOVE a video where you explain bounce and grind, what they are used for, and how to selct the best wedge based on your game/playing conditions.

    • @xBlade173
      @xBlade173 Год назад +3

      Unless you're shooting for sub +5-7 handicap, those wedges are still great/excellent. Unless budget doesn't matter, then do whatever you want.

    • @JimHaysTechGeek
      @JimHaysTechGeek Год назад +1

      Love my Kirkland Wedges. Unless you are ready to pay $200 per wedge you can't beat the Kirklands.

    • @AM-wt8qi
      @AM-wt8qi Год назад

      Try md golf wedges recommended and not expensive

    • @Radient001
      @Radient001 Год назад

      I like my Kirkland Wedges - the only wedges I've found I like better are my buddie's Vokeys and I just not ready to shell out that kind of cash for a wedge. They're hard to beat unless you have cash to burn.

  • @pabloalonsocasquero3214
    @pabloalonsocasquero3214 Год назад +5

    Im still using (and loving) my 2017 MacGregor package set, the irons more in particular.
    And I have no intention in changing them at all.
    Im a 17 hcp.
    Great video Rick!!

    • @leedennis3945
      @leedennis3945 Год назад

      if you play with high quality clubs, your hcp will go down much

  • @conorelliott1601
    @conorelliott1601 Год назад

    Love the videos Rick. As someone who is looking to get into playing golf these videos are extremely helpful! Thank you.

  • @patrickcosgrove5272
    @patrickcosgrove5272 Год назад

    Love watching you're site , learned and enjoyed so many features over the years ! Thanks so much !

  • @montegustafson5142
    @montegustafson5142 Год назад +24

    The weakness in those packaged sets is usually the shaft and not the clubhead, especially for the driver, so I was somewhat surprised you were able to hit that driver with the whippy shaft! Otherwise that looks like a really good buy for a starter set.

    • @scriptedPR
      @scriptedPR Год назад

      That was my thought. Put a decent shaft in that driver and try again. I'm curious how it would perform.

    • @Lamster66
      @Lamster66 Год назад

      @@scriptedPR
      being realistic would the new shaft grip and the cost to do it exceed what you could buy a second hand driver off eBay for?

  • @jonat6825
    @jonat6825 Год назад +41

    I wonder how far you could hit the driver, Rick, if you swapped out the shaft for your own (if that were even possible). It would be interesting to know how much distance is lost from the head design compared to the shaft.

    • @justingreen4450
      @justingreen4450 Год назад +1

      His Ping driver only carried 262.

    • @chrismotes2215
      @chrismotes2215 Год назад +3

      @@justingreen4450 He only had one swing at that though, after hitting a whippy shaft that he had to control to get any real distance.

  • @garydorrington2925
    @garydorrington2925 Год назад +1

    rick its so good to see you test these clubs and give an honest opinion its also good to see that there are brands out there who are looking at entry golf and a good price, I still think you would favour the Calloway edge but for someone looking to begin playing these clubs offer fantastic value on the pocket

  • @matthewwalshaw5729
    @matthewwalshaw5729 Год назад

    Love the reviews of sets like this! I’m very newly starting out, and don’t own my own clubs yet - will definitely be looking in to these more 👍🏻

  • @mjonzy20
    @mjonzy20 Год назад +4

    I'd be really interested to see a comparison of a $250 full boxed set vs what you can get from globalgolf/2ndswing/golfbidder for the same price. What really is the best bang for the buck for a new golfer?

    • @tigerman1978
      @tigerman1978 Год назад

      For a brand new golfer not knowing much about the eqipment, the 2nd hand market is kinda overwhelming. I know first hand as I tried it when I was new, but ended up just getting a box set.
      When it was time to make upgrades to the box set, I did use the 2nd hand market to replace my driver, wood and hybrid and also got an apex utility prototype for $20 from there a few years ago.
      The 2nd hand market I still pay attention to, cause you never know when something interesting pops up even though Im not currently in NEED of any equipment

  • @noahlanders949
    @noahlanders949 Год назад +17

    God i love golf so much. Can’t afford a nice set though! Wish i has Costco in my area! Awesome video Rick. Love the videos!

    • @PoppinWheeliez
      @PoppinWheeliez Год назад +4

      Just build a set over time. Buy a driver....then wedges....give yourself 2 seasons. I still use a L wedge from 2002.

    • @CommanderJona
      @CommanderJona Год назад +1

      @@PoppinWheeliez same, Irons from 2011 Driver from 2015 and hybrid from 2017

  • @bobjoswick6075
    @bobjoswick6075 Год назад

    Great reviews and honest comments are helpful for every shopper. Thanks, Rick.

  • @andrewtopping1937
    @andrewtopping1937 Год назад +1

    My first set of new clubs was MacGregor Heritage Tour Cavity Backs (some 30 years ago). They were a decent beginner set. Years later (after replacing them) I cut down a half set for my wife. They are still sitting in the garage today.

  • @superpria
    @superpria Год назад +4

    Great review of yours 👍🏼
    I’m not surprised by the driver distance, since you are putting a 10,5º stock package driver versus a fitted 9º Ping 😉
    It would be interesting to face them in the same loft and flex of the shaft, at least 😊

  • @pacino8612
    @pacino8612 Год назад +4

    These package set reviews are great Richard. Growing the game should be one of your goals, and it appears you're doing it, and doing it well. Cheers

    • @macman975
      @macman975 Год назад

      Are you honestly that naive that you don't know that this ia a paid advertisement?.

    • @fuzzluvver69
      @fuzzluvver69 Год назад +1

      @@macman975 Nope. It isn't. Glad to be of assistance. Now go and troll elsewhere.

  • @ryanzalewski6738
    @ryanzalewski6738 Год назад +1

    Definitely going to keep an eye out for this next time I'm in Costco. Thanks Rick!

  • @benbenjapalakorn2592
    @benbenjapalakorn2592 Год назад +2

    My first set of irons was Macgregor M85i. Very easy to hit with great distance. The best thing is once I accidentally broke the shaft of PW so I went to Golfsmith who owned the brand then. The sale rep asked if I snapped it intentionally and I said no. Then he said he was sorry that their product was mulfunctioned. So he went to the back of the store for may be 10 min and came back with new DG s200 shaft for free.
    This set served me fine for almost 10 years.

  • @MrDolphinsman9
    @MrDolphinsman9 Год назад +3

    Have you ever thought about using a cheaper ball when testing sets for newer players? Typically, a newer player wouldn't be using a Pro V1. That may affect your view of the clubs.

    • @porkstamina
      @porkstamina Год назад +2

      You aren't wrong, but since he normally plays with the V1s, keeping that ball eliminates a variable when testing these clubs. If he pairs this Costco set with some Pinnacle balls and the performance is lousy, is it the balls or is it the set?

  • @robin.elflein
    @robin.elflein Год назад +3

    They got the German flag wrong on the box 😂😂

  • @keithpurdy5897
    @keithpurdy5897 Год назад

    Excellent review Rick, enjoyed very much. Haven't seen these in Canada as of yet.

  • @garrethanderson6876
    @garrethanderson6876 Год назад +1

    I’ve not swung a club in 10 years. I had a set of Slazengers in my early 20’s and am looking to get back into golf. Saw these in Costco yesterday and after this review will definitely consider them. Looking to ask Father Christmas for some lessons too! Great review and cracking channel Rick

  • @mattp2596
    @mattp2596 Год назад

    I bought a similar set and first thing I replaced was the driver but still use the 5 wood that came with it. I upgraded to used 2-pw titleist set and regripped them but that 5 wood stays in my bag. Only been playing for a few months and rather spend the $ on short game clubs since I'm really only using a driver once a hole was my thought process.
    Hope this helps a newer newbie out!
    Great video!

  • @YouOnlyGetToDoItOnce
    @YouOnlyGetToDoItOnce Год назад

    I bumped into Rick years ago at the Manchester golf show. Such a gent I was only around 18 at the time, I took 5 years off and joined back this month. Rick's RUclips has given me the spark again to try get lower than my previous 5 handicap! Cheers Rick

  • @nathanobrien1455
    @nathanobrien1455 Год назад

    Thanks Rick I'm looking to get into golf and your information is going a long way thanks and keep up the good work

  • @kevinmontgomery1054
    @kevinmontgomery1054 Год назад

    Nice review. I'd love to get your input for a new golfer training plan. What to work on first, second, third? How to practice? So many clubs with different strokes, in what order do you work on them? Is "all at once" too much? How much time on putting vs driver?

  • @w111jul
    @w111jul Год назад

    Just bought a set from Costco I’m new to this sport looking forward to using them very soon.
    Thanks for the review 👍

  • @tcofield1967
    @tcofield1967 Год назад

    Boy that is true. A buddy started golf late last year and the first thing he did was change the driver out for a Ping 410 he bought used. He is now looking at upgrading the rest of his woods and putter this offseason. He already bought the costco wedges. But as a starter set this is pretty good. Even the driver isn't that bad if you think about it.

  • @steveharris7938
    @steveharris7938 Год назад

    I'm not even a golfer but I just love these videos. Rick you're a natural!!!

  • @liamcoombes2274
    @liamcoombes2274 Год назад

    I started golf 2 years ago with a similar full set from MacGregor and I still use the putter and sand wedge now although I’ve upgraded everything as I can’t find any that suits me better.

  • @breakandrun70
    @breakandrun70 Год назад

    Great review Rick, glad to see someone looking to help further the game of golf, good on you Costco!!
    May make the big six take another look. You don't need a set of pro clubs to play the game. This may
    actually help bring the price of clubs down. Thanks for the awesome video.

  • @sgtbillsilvia1100
    @sgtbillsilvia1100 Год назад +1

    I started playing golf almost 35 years ago with Macgregor irons. Still have my original Golden Bear set as well as some others. I hope Macgregor continues to make irons!

  • @yossarianmnichols9641
    @yossarianmnichols9641 Год назад

    When I first started golfing in the 1990s I bought a McGregor set at The Sports Authority. Middle of the season the 5 iron folded in half, not the shaft, the head. Took it back to the store they gave me a brand new 5 iron. That one folded also. Also snapped a 3 wood at the hosel. My friend showed me how to make clubs from the Golfsmith catalog(they went out of business a few years back). Never broke another club.

  • @clgolf741
    @clgolf741 Год назад +2

    Loved the review like always. Informative and non biased. Shows your professionalism and willingness to give solid information

    • @macman975
      @macman975 Год назад

      No. He's been paid for this. How is that non biased?.

    • @clgolf741
      @clgolf741 Год назад +1

      He made sure that we knew he didn’t get paid for this

    • @fuzzluvver69
      @fuzzluvver69 Год назад

      @@macman975 Except it's not a paid for advertisement, is it? As he explicitly says it isn't, and it would be breaking the law in several ways if in fact he was paid and didn't disclose it. For a RUclips content creator with the amount of subscribers he has, that would be extremely damaging if found to be explicitly lying in that regard. So to be clear, no it is not a paid for advertisement, it is a genuine review, and unless you have any evidence whatsoever to back up your claim (you don't), get off this comments section.

    • @macman975
      @macman975 Год назад

      @@fuzzluvver69 Run along Sheeple!. It can't be true because he said so.😂

    • @clgolf741
      @clgolf741 Год назад

      have you even watched his channel he has done numerous reviews of name brand clubs. Why if I may ask would he have to get paid to review Costco clubs. He was sponsored by Nike and dropped them because he didn’t want to promote just a single brand. So yes I believe when he says he’s not being paid.

  • @ryanthro332
    @ryanthro332 Год назад

    Love your videos and just to suggest another group to make note of is golfers who have been playing with clubs handed down from older friends or family. I have been playing with my dad's old clubs for years and didn't upgrade because anything I could afford seemed to be a step back in quality....until a few of your videos convinced me to look into these sets. 6 months and $400 later and I've dropped 8 strokes off my normal and broke par back to back days for the first time. Cheers, keep up the quality reviews.

  • @johnfrazier9327
    @johnfrazier9327 Год назад

    My first set of clubs I got from Costco. They were a Spalding set and they just had irons and driver and a bag and were great for getting me started. I ended up giving them to a new golfer just getting started and he was stoked.

  • @kookyflukes9749
    @kookyflukes9749 Год назад

    We bought 2 sets of clubs from Walmart when we stayed at Southern Dunes club in Florida, as it was much cheaper than the charge the airlines wanted to charge to take our own clubs. We left them at the villa for the next holiday makers and we were well impressed at under $100 including bag.

  • @rickpiper62
    @rickpiper62 Год назад

    My first package set was MacGregor, kept the irons for 2 years as they was perfect for me to learn. The woods were way too light and replaced them after a few months.

  • @lanchester101
    @lanchester101 9 месяцев назад

    I only started playing golf this year and this was the exact set I had brought. Since I got it, I had added a 3 iron from my late granddad's old set which still holds well, I have switched put my driver for a different one, a lob wedge was added very recently and the same day I am writing this. I decided to get a new bag, because of the bag kept twisting due to the part which folds out the legs

  • @tombates9855
    @tombates9855 Год назад

    Great review sir, I am thinking of starting up again and will give those clubs ago👍

  • @highlandriders9696
    @highlandriders9696 Год назад

    As a beginner or value set it seems ideal, appreciate you doing the review.

  • @shivmas04
    @shivmas04 Год назад +1

    Great video Rick, it would be interesting to compare this to a full set of second hand clubs for the same price

  • @tremordavison715
    @tremordavison715 Год назад +2

    I absolutely love any reviews you do. From package sets, to balls. They're very informative, & you sir, are an honest man

    • @macman975
      @macman975 Год назад +1

      How is he honest when this is a paid advertisement?.

  • @stonehorn4641
    @stonehorn4641 Год назад +1

    I own about 20 sets of irons (yes, I know I have a problem), from high end blades on down, and Wilson Staff Ci9's are still my favorite set. They aren't long, but if a beginner can get a set, I think they are perfect beginner sets.

  • @ralphtodhunter4109
    @ralphtodhunter4109 Год назад

    Great review as always Rick. Just one about the driver though; you didn’t mention that part of the reason you can’t get as much distance out of it is because the huge flex in the shaft, which is of course there so that beginner golfers who have a much slower swing speed than you can at least get some speed into the club head. Absolutely no doubt the materials are lower quality as well, but newbies don’t be too put off by the lack of distance Rick can get out of it, it’s suitable for you (for now) :)

  • @M4TTFPV
    @M4TTFPV Год назад

    I am going to be in the category of a returning golfer. Not played around for five or six years, never bothered with a handicap that I used to shoot between 90 to 100 in a round average. Once or twice got into the high 80s.
    This looks like a real ideal set for me

  • @malcolmrobinson6856
    @malcolmrobinson6856 Год назад

    Thank god someone reviewed these I've been using McGregor's for years and I love them, and I would Recommend for any starter

  • @chrisbatstone9742
    @chrisbatstone9742 Год назад

    Hi Rick ❤️ this channel lots I'm a beginner but I've loved golf since the early 70s watching all the greats on tellly etc

  • @bigpapa985
    @bigpapa985 Год назад

    100% best value golf set I’ve seen! It serves the market that stix out priced themselves from. Which I think is phenomenal

  • @jeanbennett9389
    @jeanbennett9389 Год назад

    This should be amazing!! I can’t wait to see how these play

  • @johnfred2689
    @johnfred2689 Год назад

    Really love these reviews, watch your vids for such a long time now. Haven't played in years due to multiple reasons need to get me a set and start playing again asap.😅

  • @aussieexpat
    @aussieexpat Год назад +1

    Very very solid set up. This plus the costco wedge set. 👨‍🍳💋

  • @robyzf4829
    @robyzf4829 Год назад

    thank you for doing these entry level club videos!
    I bought a set of dunlop 551 from wallly mart 25 years ago, and having only played 5-6 times a year, and range time twice a month, they have held up well over time.
    re-entering the golf playing now, and my current level of do with an upgrade. any suggestions?
    currently shooting high 80s

  • @chadsux
    @chadsux Год назад

    Rick, Thanks for all the videos, mate! Love your channel! I was wondering if you had any advice for getting a starter set for a young golfer. I have an 8 year old (turning 9 in the spring) that I'd love to get started on the sport, but I'm just lost when it comes to what to look for in a set of junior clubs for a kid who's never swung a club before. Any help pointing me (and I'm sure many other dads out there) in the right direction would be super helpful!

  • @connorbe2520
    @connorbe2520 Год назад

    I had the DCT 2000 Driver and hybrid brought second hand and I really enjoyed them starting out

  • @TheJohmac
    @TheJohmac Год назад +1

    I'm considering returning to golf, and this looks like it might be a good set. I can always invest in a new driver down the road.

  • @phart5690
    @phart5690 Год назад

    My son recently got into golf and bought a macgregor set and I was quite impressed with there performance, but accept for the driver I'm no tiger woods by far , I found it hard to get loft and the sweet spot seemed very limited compared with my taylormade but a good buy 👍

  • @murrayspiffy2815
    @murrayspiffy2815 Год назад

    When I started golf at age of 14 - I had the worst clubs you could own - a $49 set from Northwestern. I could shoot in the 80's with those clubs - but when I played with my friends -dad's - clubs - a set of Kenneth Smith's - I realized that clubs that matched your swing made all the difference. Looking at these MacGregor clubs from Costco - I would have died and gone to heaven playing such clubs as a teenager. I think that's whose these clubs are for - beginning golfers - but they get a huge amount of performance for the technology and price.

  • @lancemoutray2832
    @lancemoutray2832 Год назад

    My mate had a set of McGregor copper beryllium irons some 40 odd years ago, and absolutely loved them

  • @martingibbins4441
    @martingibbins4441 Год назад

    I think these will be an early xmas present to myself!! Great vid once again Rick!!

  • @fidzer1974
    @fidzer1974 Год назад

    Just started golf and playing with my mates that have been playing for years. I've bought these clubs and they're more than I'll need for a wee while. Happy to have a full set in the bag other than wedges but more than adequate for my skill level.

  • @dancingrook8553
    @dancingrook8553 Год назад +2

    Got a package set of Wilson 1200 G/Effect clubs the other day in a black Friday sale half off on Amazon, down to $340 AUD. Hopefully they at least are serviceable to learn the game with because I've never played before. Don't even know anyone that plays so hope I can figure out what the go is, I suppose I'll see if there's a front receptionist desk at the course and go from there lol

  • @CJL1567
    @CJL1567 Год назад

    Thanks Rick. I am a new golfer and I have been looking into the Costco clubs. Can't seem to find them anywhere. I might just continue renting until I'm able to find these ones in store.

  • @guywilson8571
    @guywilson8571 Год назад

    Hey Rick
    Love your work from Sydney downunder. Just saw the new Mizuno RB tour ball. Would love to see you review them before I commit to buying.
    Legend

  • @robhealy3490
    @robhealy3490 Год назад

    Just a thought rick. As these are aimed at the beginner golfer. Would be an interesting review if you were to test the clubs with a ball that a beginner is more likely to use, like the callaway cxr power or srixon distance from sports direct. Would give a good representation of what you would be getting.

  • @Kimdk87
    @Kimdk87 Год назад

    A cheap set like this got me into golf. I played with it for 1½ years and it will always have a special place in my heart.

  • @adamkondracki3201
    @adamkondracki3201 Месяц назад +1

    Started with a Dicks starter set. .Moved on to Cobras and never looked back 😅 play rtx wedges, Driver depends on the day 😉 Us lefties loved to tinker ❤ But there is nothing wrong with a starter set to get your swing going! Once you break hundo or 90...Go treat yourself 😊 Best game ever invented imo ❤❤

  • @barthwhittaker5422
    @barthwhittaker5422 Год назад

    I appreciate you looking into package sets. Unfortunately I have 2 issues. There is not a Costco near me and also I don't think they are available in the US. I was wondering if you had some suggestions for someone getting back into golf for a package set. I've seen some from Strata and Wilson. Anything would be great. Thanks

  • @chetlovesmer9549
    @chetlovesmer9549 Год назад

    Hey Rick, thanks for this video. I love Costco and buy tons of stuff there. I would love to see you compare this driver vs a premium driver with a regular shaft and 10.5 degrees of loft. I can't help but wonder how much of the 30 yards came from the driver and how much came from the fitting. Cheers mate.

  • @IconicProps
    @IconicProps 8 месяцев назад

    The macgregor VFoil midded blades were the best clubs I ever owned. They took me from a 4 to a +2. I loved them. Then I got on a hype train, had some tragedy, lost a wife to cancer, stopped playing, came back and have never found a set of clubs as good as them. At one point macgregor was stellar.

  • @maxroach89
    @maxroach89 Год назад

    That's awesome I've seen these and looking to get my wife her first set and this may be it. Also Rick maybe you can look at budget iron sets. That's where I'm looking at now!

  • @cameronsimonton2515
    @cameronsimonton2515 Год назад +2

    “…MacGregor has gone a little downhill.” That’s like saying the Hindenburg had a bit of a rough landing. 😉
    I do enjoy the budget equipment reviews.

  • @Luke-lt4yy
    @Luke-lt4yy Год назад

    Yes yes yes! Old school Rick Shiels club reviews 🙌 Oh how ive missed these

  • @vntgstks
    @vntgstks Год назад

    I’m a 7 handicap, and just shot a 73 yesterday with the 14pc Stix set… I want a full review on those 14 clubs!