0:00 - 1:38 Guy became a Dad! 1:39 - 18:59 New 2023 driver chat & Rick’s new driver? 19:01 - 32:59 Rick’s take on Good Good signing to Callaway 33:00 - 41:04 Would Rick sign a club deal? 41:05 - 44:16 Why watch club reviews? 44:17 - 51:43 Netflix Golf documentary 51:53 - 54:56 Do TaylorMade hate Rick’s review 1:00:00 - 1:01:54 Why do 18 handicaps win most competitions?
42:19 I watch club reviews because you aren’t signed with one brand. Your reviews are honest and genuine b/c you don’t have an affiliation with the brand. Who believes when someone says “Brand X gave me these clubs in return for a review but I swear this his my honest review”? They won’t be as honest about the product if they risk spoiling the relationship.
Did you call that grant and micah would go Taylormade 😂 I’d love to be a fly on the wall see how that went down for months on end ? Did the two break away because they didn’t wanna colab with callaway
I watch Rick shiels reviews because of Ricks being so honest, not affraid to call a Taylormade or titleist product garbage if it is 😊 love from Finland
Congratulations to Guy! Life changing event of your first child coming into your lives. I know this would never happen, but I would love to play a round of golf with the both of you here in the US. You 2 are just a pleasure to watch and listen to. Keep up the great work!
Michael from Canada here. I watch the club reviews for two reasons. First, I just love golf equipment. Second, Rick is just so entertaining, down to earth and likeable. I trust him.
You mentioned you want to have an impact growing the game. I started played golf right after covid, and have fallen in love with the game, and your channel and podcast has been a massive part of that. The free information has improved my game and podcasts keeping me up to date on golf news. It’s awesome.
i loved your take on the collab of Good Good and Callaway. Your honesty and your ability to give us your full unbiased opinion on products and other subjects is great. It was nice to see the new poppa (Guy) back on the show, and like always he brings a bit of entertainment. These podcast never fail , they are pure gold . Cant wait till the next one. SHIELS ARMY!!!!!!!!!!! LETS GO!!!!!!!!!!
I understand why Good Good would go with Callaway and are big into merchandise but the danger is they turn into a shopping channel, keep your independence Rick you have my admiration for doing turning the big deals down it must be tough but it's is vital for your channel! The club reviews are tops! Congrats Guy!!
Personally, I watch the equipment reviews just because I really love knowing what the latest products are and how they perform. It's just fun to learn.
I watch reviews because: 1. Youre entertaining and unbiased 2. Youre a reliable source as a good golfer 3. I am a Left Handed golf pro and still RARELY get to actually try most models without just buying-&-praying it works. 4. We have similar swings and I trust your look/feel.
Congratulations to Guy and his wife! Love the podcasts, love the club reviews, and love the main content. I watch the club reviews because I’m curious of the new technology and new stuff that the companies are coming out with. The unbiassed reviews are awesome to really get a good look into new products. I play older stuff because of cost and just comfortably, but it’s fun to dream and see the new stuff out there. Love the content y’all, will always be a fan!
I bought my G425 when i saw @ Ricks review and loved it ever since ...... You probably sold more clubs then any pro.... love your show had tickets for your show last year but lost my job and could not make it.... 10 months 17 days sober today.... living just for today.... thanks Rick/Guy you guys inspire...
Congrats Guy on the baby! Had my second last year. To answer why I watch Rick’s reviews - I found Rick from a club review and I’m always looking to slowly upgrade my bag! Got the G425 from his review and have loved it. So, I watch for a few reasons.. 1. because i trust your objectivity 2. I’m always looking to up my game. 3. Lastly, because I want to support the channel. I so enjoy the videos and watch the channel to be a success, so I’ll keep watching!
Rick I love your show. I watch others but this one is so unbiased in every way and I love that. I recent got back into golf this past summer. I pulled the old clubs out after being absent for ten years from the game. After this summer I decided to buy all new clubs. After watching other reviews and reading other reviews, your reviews hands down is the best. Like you said you give your opinion and then the facts on the clubs. I bought irons and a driver you did reviews on and everything you said about them was so accurate.you did not sell me, your info and knowledge did. Keep up the good work.
I traditionally buy clubs a year later given the differences are minimal. I watch your reviews because I feel like you give a genuine review with feedback from the looks of the club, performance down to the head covers. I feel I get more educated by your reviews and it allows me to make informed decisions going forward with my golf equipment.
You guys don't even know, I'm so happy to be part of the clubhouse. I've wat he'd every episode 3x over the last 6months. I wished you did 2 of these a week and can't wait for the review channel. Keep up all the great work. I know it isnt easy to do but I really enjoy you guy's weekly shows. The Podcasts, the Break 75's, the club reviews, etc. I have just recently started back golfing after 30years of not playing and a friend mentioned you Rick, I've watched everything. I have found a pure motivation to play golf and be the best I can everytime out. I'm not good by far, bit really enjoy practicing in my back yard, practicing in a simulator, and out o. The course as many times I can. Thanks to all of you for reminding me how awesome golf really is!!!
I'm pretty new to golf... and I'm terrible. To the point I'm only playing par 3 courses (although there are lovely ones in Ireland/NI) I have a budget Cobra set, and have ABSOLUTELY NO intention of spending close to the prices these drivers go for... But I watch the reviews because I'm currently obsessed with everything golf, and I gotta say Rick is the best RUclips content out there. He's really helped me fall in love with the sport.
47:17 I began watching Rick for reviews in 2016 to begin to build my bag. I now watch review videos to stay informed amongst my golf buddies in case questions or conversations come up.
speaking for myself on review videos, i live in a small canadian town. so listening to the reviews save on travelling to the city to try them out and having to listen to the golf pro at the shop trying to sell me it when all i wanted was to see what so good about something i could not afford. thus your reviews are the next best things :P
I really hope the Titleist TSR series are going to be on the review channel. I've been wanting Rick's opinion on them! Also, when it comes to the trust the audience has in Rick, you nailed it. I loved hearing that you went away from Nike because they wanted a pay to post model. You lost money on that deal, and we all appreciate your professional integrity. Thanks, buddy.
I just recently watched your Callaway Maverick review, can't afford the newest clubs so I like the reviews to see how you rate them when the clubs initially come out. I tend to watch the new reviews just to see how the clubs compare to previous models.
First off: congrats Guy. Welcome to fatherhood... The reason I watch reviews is mostly because I like to keep up with what's up on the market (and the content). I'm in a position where I'm working on my swing before I go get fitted, and your reviews keep me up with what's up on the market, what type of driver or iron or ball may fit my game, so when I'm at the fitting I can say, "I'm looking for a player distance" or "I need a game improvement" because your feedback of a product means something to us. Not saying it's gospel, but I take your input, and input from Peter Finch, Average Golfer, etc, to see different opinions... But Rick Shiels is the first stop.
"It wasn't an advert" is such a cold and to the point answer. Seen Rick take some stick recently but shows how important impartiality is to Rick and Guy
I'm a big fan of all you guys, Pete, Matt, Andy, etc because of the warts and all approach. We all have bad days on the golf course, we all shank and duff shots. But you guys show it when you do too. It's the same with reviews, it's the integrity of the review that's so good. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Congrats to Guy on the new addition to the family. I always wonder when pro's play youtubers if they are annoyed at first but I feel after they start playing and interacting with the players they really do seem to have a great time. Keep up the great work. You two make a great team.
Why I watch reviews - Firstly because I love everything golf, I stopped playing for a long time and got back into it recently. Secondly, I dont exactly have all the time in the world, and its nice to know if its worth my time going to test certain clubs and it helps that you and Guy are people I trust. Thirdly, you guys are awesome and I enjoy watching you.
i watch a review when you do it, for your honesty- non bias is important when buying golf equipment- your integrity is part of your channel, which is nice to see compared to some other channels
Guy, congrats on your wonderful new addition to your family. In response to Rick's question about why I watch his club review videos, I only buy clubs that are a few years old (3-5) to still get the newish tech but save on price. So for me, I store away your thoughts on the clubs until such time as I may purchase something. I live in Canada, and here in North America, there is a consumer protection organization called Consumer Reports, which is non-profit and reviews all sorts of consumer products in a non-biased way. Rick is the Consumer Reports of golf. Trustworthy and aimed at folks who do their due diligence before purchasing, whether it's the newest shiny object or, as in my case, an older model that you may have reviewed a couple years before.
I can’t speak for everyone else but I watch your reviews and put stock in them because you tell it like it is and you show no bias toward any manufacturer, keep the reviews and content coming
Congratulations to Guy and his wife on the new addition to the family. I just want to say thank you to you for the videos on club reviews as it has helped me to narrow down my choices. I was in the market for new irons and I have made the purchase just last week. I would also like to add that the some of the lessons. I have a "slice flaw" and your videos on how to correct it are working for me. Although it hasn't completely eliminated it as of yet, it has helped me. I still have more work to do buy, it has helped lessen the lost balls off the tee. I'll keep at it and continue the improvements... Thank you from Canada!
In regards to club reviews, I watch them for no other reason but to get your views up and help the algorithms. I am happy with my current clubs as I have only had them for a year and my last set were over 27 years old!
I watch reviews to mostly be involved in club conversations. Friend groups vary but I know plenty of people that also keep up to date on new releases for golf balls, clubs, technology, etc. Watching reviews saves me the time of having to read and compare to the prior year. I just enjoy keeping up to date on what is out there for golfers.
So genuine and nice chat, we’ll done on the podcast! I am a tech geek and have watch your reviews since the start. Love getting the info about all the new clubs, so far you have nailed the reviews as far as my opinion when I have tested the clubs myself. Now still playing the Wilson v6 and they are the best.
Another benefit of these brands signing youtubers is they are just more relatable. Not just playing the blades or triple diamond, ultra low spin drivers. They are making it "cool" to play the right equipment for you! Taking some of the ego out of playing the unforgiving tour players clubs. Good for the game
I’m watching the reviews as a retailer to help better understand the product from a more neutral source than just straight from the brands. Keep up the good work Rick!
congrats on the new addition Guy! I'm all for anyone with an opportunity to better their game, and their business. but as you know, the commitments you sign on for, don't always benefit you. I tried both brands new clubs, and to be honest, the drivers are not geared to those who are entry or novice level "casual" players. to get the most from the clubs, you truly need to dedicate yourself to weekly range training , and swing instruction guidance. plus you need to have them fitted! 600 turns to 1000 for ONE CLUB! but the fairway woods and hybrids are definitely awesome to use! looking forward to more videos and reviews!
I watch the reviews because I love looking at all of the new clubs or old clubs. I love to gain knowledge so I can help others and understand why people would use something. I like the paradym the more I’ve see it but I have to be honest, the Rogue ST woods for me is the one. Absolutely love it and won’t be changing it for a very long time!
I watch the vast majority of club reviews from multiple creators, obviously including yourself, and honestly I don’t see myself buying any of them brand new. I watch the reviews because golf is my hobby so the equipment interests me, the tech side not only tells you a story about the product, it also helps increase my knowledge of what parts of the clubs do what, for example cg location influencing launch and spin. It’s also a talking point with my friends. Like “oh have you seen that new Taylormade driver with the red face!” There’s a lot more value in a club review video than just seeing and learning about a new product. Also gives us a guessing game as to what might being going in your bag next 😂
I watch review videos because I love to learn what goes in to the clubs and what type of player they would fit best and what they offer someone at my level (10 handicap). The review videos really help me make decisions on if and when I buy new equipment.
Rick and guy just answer the question on why I like watching your club reviews is because Rick is not sponsored and gives an honest review by using it on the course and with technology. I also like the fact that you both still speak honestly about using an earlier club version to get the same performance. Keep up the great work.....
I was watching a lot of reviews when I was in the market for new clubs last year and it was very informative. Especially for when I went to get fitted I already knew which clubs I wanted to try and didn’t waist my time on the ones I didn’t like. Thanks for the great reviews I look forward to your new channel. Your reviews did help me on my club choices at my fitting but ultimately it came down to what fit me the best
You’re 100% right. I absolutely trust your reviews because they are in depth, consistent and clearly unbiased. In terms of what brands take from your reviews I hope they know if I was going to buy a new driver the information you put out would massively shape my choices because of the trust there.
Great pod lads! My reason for watching the reviews mainly comes from interest of what is now, but ultimately it’s FOMO on something that’s truly game changing or something that has to be tried. Also gives a chance to know more when chatting to your mates at the range or the course.
Congrats Guy! Club reviews are what drew me to follow Rick as I was looking to buy a new set and he provided the most comprehensive reviews. Grew to trust him and enjoy his content as a result. Just keep in mind people like me are drawn to this also and not strictly for entertainment.
Congrats to Guy and his wife! As a reviewer of Golf RUclips channels, I prefer to watch people other than scratch golfers or professionals play golf. It is more real to me to see people improve than it is watching someone shoot under par most of the time. I am interested to see what the deal with Callaway does to Good Good, but I have not been watching the videos with the pros. I enjoy the videos that Rick has done in the past with pros because they are fun and not very long.
Love the podcast! Spot on about the RUclipsrs like Good Good driving sales way more than any pros. A pro could use a brick on the end of a stick and play well, lol. No one really cares what brand they're with. I can honestly say that my purchase of the LTDx LS had zero to do with any of the pros who play the LTDx. I can only name one or two, and I'm not a fan, lol. RUclips reviews were really the main reason I bought in, and I'm very happy with it. I'm super happy with Good Good partnering with Callaway. I think they deserved a big collaboration like that and I honestly think that the support they'll get from Callaway will not only improve their golf content in terms of the fittings and game improvement, but the pro content is already proving to be super fun! Callaway was extremely smart with this deal.
I watch the reviews because Rick and other RUclipsrs are some of the only people with direct access to all manufacturers and equipment. It’s not easy for the every day person to be able to compare and contrast all major brands at the level of depth that Rick can. Therefore watching Rick’s reviews can help me to rule out atleast 1 or 2 models before I head into a golf shop.
Congratulations Guy that is fantastic news. Love this show content, and how it brings to light how the industry is changing. In my mind for the better. Looking forward to 2023.
The reason I watch reviews is to differ the bias I have in my mind for certain brands. 3 years ago I was 100% loyal to the Callaway brand, only to turn on a dime and think maybe Taylormade was better. However when I got serious and took the time to go get fitted and see the numbers in person, PING opened up a whole new world to my golf game.
Hmmm, I actually watch the reviews to see differences between YT'ers on opinion of the products. The quality of the clubs is also interesting. Mainly I watch yours because I pretty much just watch everything you put out. :) Keep crushing it Rick, Guy and Producer Matt!!!
Congratulations guy! Actually in a recent interview the ceo of good good mentioned their big announcement was something they have been working towards from the start.
If it's a new driver, I watch for the following reasons: - Find out if it goes further than all the rest - Find out how forgiving it is - Find out if the spin is in the ball-park figure that i'd forget - Find out if its got quicker clubhead speed than others - What it looks like - What it sounds like - How much is it? I'm not even looking for a new driver, (G425 owner) but I want to be know everything about the clubs. You're my ammo to discuss these clubs with mates of mine. "Yeah, but Rick said...." :)
I watch your club reviews simply to learn. I'm very new to golf and I just like to absorb as much information as possible. I don't think I'll ever be in a position to be buying brand new clubs, I use your reviews, especially older ones to learn what might be a bargain in the future
One of your best ever videos was the year you took 4 or 5 newly launched drivers out on the course and culled them out. You ended up choosing the Cobra F9. Of course that became the first driver I wanted to test that year.
I enjoy watching the reviews to really truly see the ins and outs of new clubs. I probably will never buy one of those new clubs but it’s nice to know and see what the new specs are. Plus it is entertaining for golf lovers. Love you guys!😂
Hi Rick and Guy, In answer to your question I watch the club reviews for a few reasons. The main reason is I'm very interested in the technology that goes into new clubs and I love to hear what manufacturers are doing to help us golfers. Also I respect all the effort that goes into making the videos which makes me trust Rick's feedback. Congrats on 200k and especially to Guy for becoming a Dad
The best thing about new equipment releases in Jan is that anyone looking to upgrade can watch the Pro's for 2-3 months. Wait and see if the equipment changes make any difference in performance.
Congratulations on the baby Guy! I watch the reviews because I’m new to golf and I genuinely want to learn what to look out for. On a very modest budget, I’m almost planning for the future - if something gets a good review now I know it might be something I can look into secondhand in years to come! Great video as always! Thanks!
Love the reviews...and I'm waiting eagerly for your new channel..I recently got back into the game and the clubs I had were..well, I'll call them very experienced. I've spent hours watching your reviews before I went for a fitting. Ending up hitting the ping g425 irons in part based on your review and once my numbers were shown I scooped them up. So I'm slowly upgrading my bag and currently I'm scrutinizing your driver reviews before I pick one. Thanks for your genuine reviews so far they haven't led me wrong
About the reviews, I feel as though people watch because of the atmosphere of a review video. It's the same reason as to why I watch car review videos from Carwow in the UK and Doug DeMuro in America. They are interesting to see "What's New" and "What's Changed", "Is it better or worse", etc. There's a why Marquise Brownlee and Unbox Therpy are HUGE channels and I'd say it has to mainly do with Seeing Something New which for some people then becomes a personal goal to obtain.
Talking about Pro V1. My college golf team moved from the strata to the pro-v1 and I’ve played that ball ever since. I’ll be honest I use the Kirkland ball a little more now, only because I don’t play as often and my game doesn’t deserve the higher end ball. But when I play to really play its the pro v1 for sure
I bought the PXG Gen 5 driver with Tensei White on sale for $299 US, which is a ridiculous deal given these new driver prices, and I absolutely love it. It's just as long as my Rogue SZ, but is more forgiving. $500 plus for a driver is just insane.
Rick, for me you are the Tim sebastian of HardTalk in Golf. And in these times, where everything is about sales, you build an outstanding brand yourself. I would love to see you focusing on the interviews and matches with names of the game. Maybe even caddies, managers, tour organization and so on... maybe you should sign with Netflix
I watch reviews because golf equipment is so expensive and I don’t live near where I can see them physically. It’s fun to watch testing of new equipment and get opinions without all the work.
I watch reviews to understand how is the industry developing, what technology is coming into the drivers, and as someone whom just started and got a new set of clubs whether these new clubs would fit me with how my swing is developing. I want a set of clubs that I can grow into and develop my golf, but that will suit my swing strength and weaknesses now
0:00 - 1:38 Guy became a Dad!
1:39 - 18:59 New 2023 driver chat & Rick’s new driver?
19:01 - 32:59 Rick’s take on Good Good signing to Callaway
33:00 - 41:04 Would Rick sign a club deal?
41:05 - 44:16 Why watch club reviews?
44:17 - 51:43 Netflix Golf documentary
51:53 - 54:56 Do TaylorMade hate Rick’s review
1:00:00 - 1:01:54 Why do 18 handicaps win most competitions?
Thanks this earned a sub from me!
Thanks Guy particularly boring
42:19 I watch club reviews because you aren’t signed with one brand. Your reviews are honest and genuine b/c you don’t have an affiliation with the brand. Who believes when someone says “Brand X gave me these clubs in return for a review but I swear this his my honest review”? They won’t be as honest about the product if they risk spoiling the relationship.
I couldn't watch some of your previous podcasts because they lacked time stamps and I was only interested in a snippet. Thank you for this!
Did you call that grant and micah would go Taylormade 😂 I’d love to be a fly on the wall see how that went down for months on end ? Did the two break away because they didn’t wanna colab with callaway
I watch Rick shiels reviews because of Ricks being so honest, not affraid to call a Taylormade or titleist product garbage if it is 😊 love from Finland
Congratulations to Guy! Life changing event of your first child coming into your lives. I know this would never happen, but I would love to play a round of golf with the both of you here in the US. You 2 are just a pleasure to watch and listen to. Keep up the great work!
@Nicegram-Me-The-Rick-Shiels-Golf-Show Thank you so much for the reply! I love your content, along with Guy as well.
Michael from Canada here. I watch the club reviews for two reasons. First, I just love golf equipment. Second, Rick is just so entertaining, down to earth and likeable. I trust him.
You mentioned you want to have an impact growing the game.
I started played golf right after covid, and have fallen in love with the game, and your channel and podcast has been a massive part of that. The free information has improved my game and podcasts keeping me up to date on golf news. It’s awesome.
i loved your take on the collab of Good Good and Callaway. Your honesty and your ability to give us your full unbiased opinion on products and other subjects is great. It was nice to see the new poppa (Guy) back on the show, and like always he brings a bit of entertainment. These podcast never fail , they are pure gold . Cant wait till the next one. SHIELS ARMY!!!!!!!!!!! LETS GO!!!!!!!!!!
Nailed it
I understand why Good Good would go with Callaway and are big into merchandise but the danger is they turn into a shopping channel, keep your independence Rick you have my admiration for doing turning the big deals down it must be tough but it's is vital for your channel! The club reviews are tops! Congrats Guy!!
Personally, I watch the equipment reviews just because I really love knowing what the latest products are and how they perform. It's just fun to learn.
I watch reviews because:
1. Youre entertaining and unbiased
2. Youre a reliable source as a good golfer
3. I am a Left Handed golf pro and still RARELY get to actually try most models without just buying-&-praying it works.
4. We have similar swings and I trust your look/feel.
Congratulations to Guy and his wife! Love the podcasts, love the club reviews, and love the main content. I watch the club reviews because I’m curious of the new technology and new stuff that the companies are coming out with. The unbiassed reviews are awesome to really get a good look into new products. I play older stuff because of cost and just comfortably, but it’s fun to dream and see the new stuff out there. Love the content y’all, will always be a fan!
I bought my G425 when i saw @ Ricks review and loved it ever since ......
You probably sold more clubs then any pro.... love your show had tickets for your show last year but lost my job and could not make it....
10 months 17 days sober today.... living just for today.... thanks Rick/Guy you guys inspire...
Congrats Guy on the baby! Had my second last year.
To answer why I watch Rick’s reviews - I found Rick from a club review and I’m always looking to slowly upgrade my bag! Got the G425 from his review and have loved it. So, I watch for a few reasons..
1. because i trust your objectivity
2. I’m always looking to up my game.
3. Lastly, because I want to support the channel. I so enjoy the videos and watch the channel to be a success, so I’ll keep watching!
Rick I love your show. I watch others but this one is so unbiased in every way and I love that.
I recent got back into golf this past summer. I pulled the old clubs out after being absent for ten years from the game. After this summer I decided to buy all new clubs. After watching other reviews and reading other reviews, your reviews hands down is the best. Like you said you give your opinion and then the facts on the clubs. I bought irons and a driver you did reviews on and everything you said about them was so accurate.you did not sell me, your info and knowledge did. Keep up the good work.
I traditionally buy clubs a year later given the differences are minimal. I watch your reviews because I feel like you give a genuine review with feedback from the looks of the club, performance down to the head covers. I feel I get more educated by your reviews and it allows me to make informed decisions going forward with my golf equipment.
Absolutely agree!! Unbiased opinion goods and bads!! Love ya Rick
You guys don't even know, I'm so happy to be part of the clubhouse. I've wat he'd every episode 3x over the last 6months. I wished you did 2 of these a week and can't wait for the review channel. Keep up all the great work. I know it isnt easy to do but I really enjoy you guy's weekly shows. The Podcasts, the Break 75's, the club reviews, etc.
I have just recently started back golfing after 30years of not playing and a friend mentioned you Rick, I've watched everything. I have found a pure motivation to play golf and be the best I can everytime out. I'm not good by far, bit really enjoy practicing in my back yard, practicing in a simulator, and out o. The course as many times I can. Thanks to all of you for reminding me how awesome golf really is!!!
Why would I watch your reviews? Because you're relatable. You don't hide anything. You can be brutally honest. In a word, you're trustworthy.
I'm pretty new to golf... and I'm terrible. To the point I'm only playing par 3 courses (although there are lovely ones in Ireland/NI) I have a budget Cobra set, and have ABSOLUTELY NO intention of spending close to the prices these drivers go for... But I watch the reviews because I'm currently obsessed with everything golf, and I gotta say Rick is the best RUclips content out there. He's really helped me fall in love with the sport.
47:17 I began watching Rick for reviews in 2016 to begin to build my bag.
I now watch review videos to stay informed amongst my golf buddies in case questions or conversations come up.
speaking for myself on review videos, i live in a small canadian town. so listening to the reviews save on travelling to the city to try them out and having to listen to the golf pro at the shop trying to sell me it when all i wanted was to see what so good about something i could not afford. thus your reviews are the next best things :P
I really hope the Titleist TSR series are going to be on the review channel. I've been wanting Rick's opinion on them! Also, when it comes to the trust the audience has in Rick, you nailed it. I loved hearing that you went away from Nike because they wanted a pay to post model. You lost money on that deal, and we all appreciate your professional integrity. Thanks, buddy.
I just recently watched your Callaway Maverick review, can't afford the newest clubs so I like the reviews to see how you rate them when the clubs initially come out. I tend to watch the new reviews just to see how the clubs compare to previous models.
This may have just defined itself as the premium golf analysis channel of our time. Well done.
First off: congrats Guy. Welcome to fatherhood...
The reason I watch reviews is mostly because I like to keep up with what's up on the market (and the content). I'm in a position where I'm working on my swing before I go get fitted, and your reviews keep me up with what's up on the market, what type of driver or iron or ball may fit my game, so when I'm at the fitting I can say, "I'm looking for a player distance" or "I need a game improvement" because your feedback of a product means something to us. Not saying it's gospel, but I take your input, and input from Peter Finch, Average Golfer, etc, to see different opinions... But Rick Shiels is the first stop.
Welcome back Guy! Congratulations 🎉
Thanks so much (Guy)
I got back into golf after watching some of your reviews 4 years ago. I watch them now because I trust your honest assessment of the equipment.
"It wasn't an advert" is such a cold and to the point answer. Seen Rick take some stick recently but shows how important impartiality is to Rick and Guy
I'm a big fan of all you guys, Pete, Matt, Andy, etc because of the warts and all approach. We all have bad days on the golf course, we all shank and duff shots. But you guys show it when you do too. It's the same with reviews, it's the integrity of the review that's so good.
Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Congrats to Guy on the new addition to the family. I always wonder when pro's play youtubers if they are annoyed at first but I feel after they start playing and interacting with the players they really do seem to have a great time. Keep up the great work. You two make a great team.
Why do we watch the reviews? Honesty and not marketing. A 100 percent, genuine, honest review with no bias or sales pitch.
Why I watch reviews - Firstly because I love everything golf, I stopped playing for a long time and got back into it recently. Secondly, I dont exactly have all the time in the world, and its nice to know if its worth my time going to test certain clubs and it helps that you and Guy are people I trust. Thirdly, you guys are awesome and I enjoy watching you.
Congratulations Guy! Glad he is back to make us laugh
i watch a review when you do it, for your honesty- non bias is important when buying golf equipment- your integrity is part of your channel, which is nice to see compared to some other channels
Guy, congrats on your wonderful new addition to your family. In response to Rick's question about why I watch his club review videos, I only buy clubs that are a few years old (3-5) to still get the newish tech but save on price. So for me, I store away your thoughts on the clubs until such time as I may purchase something. I live in Canada, and here in North America, there is a consumer protection organization called Consumer Reports, which is non-profit and reviews all sorts of consumer products in a non-biased way. Rick is the Consumer Reports of golf. Trustworthy and aimed at folks who do their due diligence before purchasing, whether it's the newest shiny object or, as in my case, an older model that you may have reviewed a couple years before.
I can’t speak for everyone else but I watch your reviews and put stock in them because you tell it like it is and you show no bias toward any manufacturer, keep the reviews and content coming
Congratulations on Fatherhood Guy. Keep up the amazing work.
Love your Reviews because they feel the most honest of anyone out there. plus new stuff... is well cool
Congrats Guy, and your input and questions were your best ever!
Congratulations on your arrival, Guy!
Congratulations to Guy and his wife on the new addition to the family. I just want to say thank you to you for the videos on club reviews as it has helped me to narrow down my choices. I was in the market for new irons and I have made the purchase just last week. I would also like to add that the some of the lessons. I have a "slice flaw" and your videos on how to correct it are working for me. Although it hasn't completely eliminated it as of yet, it has helped me. I still have more work to do buy, it has helped lessen the lost balls off the tee. I'll keep at it and continue the improvements... Thank you from Canada!
Rick has his vibe together. 41:00 his analysis is perfect. Keep it up.
Kudos for you guys being honest on drivers… this is huge as most people just say whoever is paying them!
In regards to club reviews, I watch them for no other reason but to get your views up and help the algorithms. I am happy with my current clubs as I have only had them for a year and my last set were over 27 years old!
I watch reviews to mostly be involved in club conversations. Friend groups vary but I know plenty of people that also keep up to date on new releases for golf balls, clubs, technology, etc. Watching reviews saves me the time of having to read and compare to the prior year. I just enjoy keeping up to date on what is out there for golfers.
Congrats Guy! best of luck going forward! 🎉
So genuine and nice chat, we’ll done on the podcast!
I am a tech geek and have watch your reviews since the start. Love getting the info about all the new clubs, so far you have nailed the reviews as far as my opinion when I have tested the clubs myself. Now still playing the Wilson v6 and they are the best.
Another benefit of these brands signing youtubers is they are just more relatable. Not just playing the blades or triple diamond, ultra low spin drivers. They are making it "cool" to play the right equipment for you! Taking some of the ego out of playing the unforgiving tour players clubs. Good for the game
Congrats Guy! Will there be a review of the TSR driver? Thanks guys
Congratulations Guy! Great to have you back.
I’m watching the reviews as a retailer to help better understand the product from a more neutral source than just straight from the brands. Keep up the good work Rick!
Guy is a truly awesome co-host.
Great back and fourth banter.
Super authentic.
congrats on the new addition Guy!
I'm all for anyone with an opportunity to better their game, and their business. but as you know, the commitments you sign on for, don't always benefit you.
I tried both brands new clubs, and to be honest, the drivers are not geared to those who are entry or novice level "casual" players. to get the most from the clubs, you truly need to dedicate yourself to weekly range training , and swing instruction guidance. plus you need to have them fitted! 600 turns to 1000 for ONE CLUB!
but the fairway woods and hybrids are definitely awesome to use!
looking forward to more videos and reviews!
I like watching club reviews for new tech in drivers or irons. It does help me find out which clubs may help me . Plus helps me compare products.
I watch the reviews because I love looking at all of the new clubs or old clubs. I love to gain knowledge so I can help others and understand why people would use something. I like the paradym the more I’ve see it but I have to be honest, the Rogue ST woods for me is the one. Absolutely love it and won’t be changing it for a very long time!
Loving the content, keep up the great work
I watch the vast majority of club reviews from multiple creators, obviously including yourself, and honestly I don’t see myself buying any of them brand new. I watch the reviews because golf is my hobby so the equipment interests me, the tech side not only tells you a story about the product, it also helps increase my knowledge of what parts of the clubs do what, for example cg location influencing launch and spin. It’s also a talking point with my friends. Like “oh have you seen that new Taylormade driver with the red face!” There’s a lot more value in a club review video than just seeing and learning about a new product. Also gives us a guessing game as to what might being going in your bag next 😂
I watch review videos because I love to learn what goes in to the clubs and what type of player they would fit best and what they offer someone at my level (10 handicap). The review videos really help me make decisions on if and when I buy new equipment.
Rick and guy just answer the question on why I like watching your club reviews is because Rick is not sponsored and gives an honest review by using it on the course and with technology. I also like the fact that you both still speak honestly about using an earlier club version to get the same performance. Keep up the great work.....
I was watching a lot of reviews when I was in the market for new clubs last year and it was very informative. Especially for when I went to get fitted I already knew which clubs I wanted to try and didn’t waist my time on the ones I didn’t like. Thanks for the great reviews I look forward to your new channel. Your reviews did help me on my club choices at my fitting but ultimately it came down to what fit me the best
You’re 100% right. I absolutely trust your reviews because they are in depth, consistent and clearly unbiased. In terms of what brands take from your reviews I hope they know if I was going to buy a new driver the information you put out would massively shape my choices because of the trust there.
I’m new to golf so I watch reviews to learn more about different clubs and understand the technology better ⛳️✔️
Congratulations on the baby Guy! I loved all of the Florida content Rick!
Great pod lads! My reason for watching the reviews mainly comes from interest of what is now, but ultimately it’s FOMO on something that’s truly game changing or something that has to be tried. Also gives a chance to know more when chatting to your mates at the range or the course.
I love this…very true! Couldn’t agree more.
Congrats Guy! Club reviews are what drew me to follow Rick as I was looking to buy a new set and he provided the most comprehensive reviews. Grew to trust him and enjoy his content as a result. Just keep in mind people like me are drawn to this also and not strictly for entertainment.
Congrats to Guy and his wife!
As a reviewer of Golf RUclips channels, I prefer to watch people other than scratch golfers or professionals play golf. It is more real to me to see people improve than it is watching someone shoot under par most of the time. I am interested to see what the deal with Callaway does to Good Good, but I have not been watching the videos with the pros. I enjoy the videos that Rick has done in the past with pros because they are fun and not very long.
Love the podcast! Spot on about the RUclipsrs like Good Good driving sales way more than any pros. A pro could use a brick on the end of a stick and play well, lol. No one really cares what brand they're with. I can honestly say that my purchase of the LTDx LS had zero to do with any of the pros who play the LTDx. I can only name one or two, and I'm not a fan, lol. RUclips reviews were really the main reason I bought in, and I'm very happy with it.
I'm super happy with Good Good partnering with Callaway. I think they deserved a big collaboration like that and I honestly think that the support they'll get from Callaway will not only improve their golf content in terms of the fittings and game improvement, but the pro content is already proving to be super fun! Callaway was extremely smart with this deal.
Congratulations on the new addition! Love how quickly this has grown. I was around around 10k on subscribers list but I feel like that was last month!
I watch the reviews because Rick and other RUclipsrs are some of the only people with direct access to all manufacturers and equipment. It’s not easy for the every day person to be able to compare and contrast all major brands at the level of depth that Rick can. Therefore watching Rick’s reviews can help me to rule out atleast 1 or 2 models before I head into a golf shop.
Congratulations Guy that is fantastic news. Love this show content, and how it brings to light how the industry is changing. In my mind for the better. Looking forward to 2023.
The reason I watch reviews is to differ the bias I have in my mind for certain brands. 3 years ago I was 100% loyal to the Callaway brand, only to turn on a dime and think maybe Taylormade was better. However when I got serious and took the time to go get fitted and see the numbers in person, PING opened up a whole new world to my golf game.
Hmmm, I actually watch the reviews to see differences between YT'ers on opinion of the products. The quality of the clubs is also interesting. Mainly I watch yours because I pretty much just watch everything you put out. :) Keep crushing it Rick, Guy and Producer Matt!!!
Congratulations guy! Actually in a recent interview the ceo of good good mentioned their big announcement was something they have been working towards from the start.
If it's a new driver, I watch for the following reasons:
- Find out if it goes further than all the rest
- Find out how forgiving it is
- Find out if the spin is in the ball-park figure that i'd forget
- Find out if its got quicker clubhead speed than others
- What it looks like
- What it sounds like
- How much is it?
I'm not even looking for a new driver, (G425 owner) but I want to be know everything about the clubs. You're my ammo to discuss these clubs with mates of mine. "Yeah, but Rick said...." :)
I watch your club reviews simply to learn. I'm very new to golf and I just like to absorb as much information as possible. I don't think I'll ever be in a position to be buying brand new clubs, I use your reviews, especially older ones to learn what might be a bargain in the future
Really enjoyed the podcast 👌 Great varied discussion and the quality on this channel and the main channel keeps improving! 👏 👏👏
One of your best ever videos was the year you took 4 or 5 newly launched drivers out on the course and culled them out. You ended up choosing the Cobra F9. Of course that became the first driver I wanted to test that year.
I enjoy watching the reviews to really truly see the ins and outs of new clubs. I probably will never buy one of those new clubs but it’s nice to know and see what the new specs are. Plus it is entertaining for golf lovers. Love you guys!😂
Hi Rick and Guy,
In answer to your question I watch the club reviews for a few reasons. The main reason is I'm very interested in the technology that goes into new clubs and I love to hear what manufacturers are doing to help us golfers. Also I respect all the effort that goes into making the videos which makes me trust Rick's feedback.
Congrats on 200k and especially to Guy for becoming a Dad
Great episode again gentlemen! @rick you could benefit from a bit of audio EQ'ing to make your voice sound a bit less muffled, more brisk.
Only downside is they might be more promotion oriented content but always great to see your fav content creators get paid to continue entertaining us
Your opinion means so much to me when I'm thinking of a new golf product because I know that you mean every word you say during the review.
The best thing about new equipment releases in Jan is that anyone looking to upgrade can watch the Pro's for 2-3 months. Wait and see if the equipment changes make any difference in performance.
Congrats Guy!!!! Good Good Stuff!!!!
Congratulations Guy! A truly magnificent moment for you and your family ❤️
Congratulations on the baby Guy!
I watch the reviews because I’m new to golf and I genuinely want to learn what to look out for. On a very modest budget, I’m almost planning for the future - if something gets a good review now I know it might be something I can look into secondhand in years to come!
Great video as always! Thanks!
Love the reviews...and I'm waiting eagerly for your new channel..I recently got back into the game and the clubs I had were..well, I'll call them very experienced. I've spent hours watching your reviews before I went for a fitting. Ending up hitting the ping g425 irons in part based on your review and once my numbers were shown I scooped them up. So I'm slowly upgrading my bag and currently I'm scrutinizing your driver reviews before I pick one. Thanks for your genuine reviews so far they haven't led me wrong
Congratulations Guy!!
You both are a pleasure to listen to. Keep up the great work
I watch your reviews to confirm I don’t need to spend $500 to gain 3 yards.
Thank you for your honest reviews
reviews are fun to watch to measure what manufacturers claim and what is real
and @rickshiels definitely get that review page going! I saw the YT page place holder, and am excited!
About the reviews, I feel as though people watch because of the atmosphere of a review video. It's the same reason as to why I watch car review videos from Carwow in the UK and Doug DeMuro in America. They are interesting to see "What's New" and "What's Changed", "Is it better or worse", etc. There's a why Marquise Brownlee and Unbox Therpy are HUGE channels and I'd say it has to mainly do with Seeing Something New which for some people then becomes a personal goal to obtain.
About time Doreen gets some recognition on the podcast! Just a gem of a woman, the clubhouse is lucky to have her.
Congrats Guy, you will be a great Dad. Stay healthy guys . Safe travels Rick!!
I just like to keep up to date with the tech coming out and your reviews are just entertaining. Big fan keep up the great work!
Talking about Pro V1. My college golf team moved from the strata to the pro-v1 and I’ve played that ball ever since. I’ll be honest I use the Kirkland ball a little more now, only because I don’t play as often and my game doesn’t deserve the higher end ball. But when I play to really play its the pro v1 for sure
I bought the PXG Gen 5 driver with Tensei White on sale for $299 US, which is a ridiculous deal given these new driver prices, and I absolutely love it. It's just as long as my Rogue SZ, but is more forgiving. $500 plus for a driver is just insane.
Rick, for me you are the Tim sebastian of HardTalk in Golf. And in these times, where everything is about sales, you build an outstanding brand yourself. I would love to see you focusing on the interviews and matches with names of the game. Maybe even caddies, managers, tour organization and so on... maybe you should sign with Netflix
I watch reviews because golf equipment is so expensive and I don’t live near where I can see them physically. It’s fun to watch testing of new equipment and get opinions without all the work.
Honest reason I watch the reviews is to see what I’ll be buying second hand in three years for half the price or less.
I watch reviews to understand how is the industry developing, what technology is coming into the drivers, and as someone whom just started and got a new set of clubs whether these new clubs would fit me with how my swing is developing. I want a set of clubs that I can grow into and develop my golf, but that will suit my swing strength and weaknesses now
Congrats Guy on fatherhood
Love your podcasts Rick n Guy
Guy you just had me in stitches with Doreen