Don't know why he took the G425 outta the bag. His problem is his consistency to find the fairway off the tee. But yardage seems to be more important than forgiveness to him 🤷♀️
Same thing I say too. He hit the titanium one great... all those balls right in the middle of the fairway. Then splattered them all over with the "premium" one. Check your ego Rick... you'll do much better and be happier with your round if you get clubs that will maximize forgiveness.
I bought the Dynapower Carbon model the first week it came out.. I was in the market for my 2023 driver, and oh man this this absolutely crushes the ball 🔥. I tried all the other brands’ best, but nothing impressed me quite like this one did. Wilson Staff nailed it with this lineup!
I’m loving all the love Wilson are getting this year. They were once the leading brand in golf, but didn’t move with the times. I think this year’s lineup shows they’re ready to take on the top brands again.
@@The_Tokoloshe - I play off 8.5 and use the Wilson D9 forged. They are great for me. I also have a Wilson Staff putter (one of last years models) and love that as well. I had a Wilson D7 hybrid and 5 wood which I sold to ‘upgrade’ to Taylormade Stealth. Problem is this was a mistake as I find the Taylormades not as easy to hit. I’m actually going to go back to Wilson and trade in the TM’s for D9 5 wood and hybrid. Wilson make fantastic clubs and the staff model balls are good as well.
I have their recent cb staff model irons, 8802 staff model putter, and really loving those so much I’m debating getting the dynapower driver and the staff model wedges
I predict Wilson is getting back up there with the Taylormade and Callaway very soon. Their Staff model blades and wedges look absolutely gorgeous! Been playing the Triad golf ball and love it!
My first round using this driver, I hit 90% of the fairways and shot my lowest round ever with an 81 from 6200 yard tees. I was using a Sim2 Max before and it just never felt as good as this.
I would love to see Rick play a full round with these. Perhaps he, Guy and James could each pick a set of clubs to go "test" during a full round and get their takes on the clubs as well?
Wilson are going for it. Their putters are fantastic as are their blades. Might be worth having a hit with the driver and see how it compares with the new Cally and TM stuff. Good review Rick
My prediction months ago, 2023 will be a BIG year for Wilson. There balls feel good and the clubs are looking better and better. I think they will make a push back into the top names we talk about consistently
@bigjmal I actually use them over pro v1s. Cool I may use some distance and yadda yadda, but love the feel and I don't lose them as often 🤣 who cares about 10-15 yards if that
Wilson's main Problem now are the lack of no upcharge shaft options in irons and woods. If they can increase that selection, they'll be right back up with the others again.
I still have an older DynaPower 5 wood in the bag. Looks like the DynaPower will make a comeback in a big way with that price point and overall quality. Great review as always 👏🏻
I bought the Wilson Dynapower Carbon driver and Dynapower 3/5 woods 2 months ago, and I’m so stoked with them. I hit so many different woods in the store, and the Dynapowers felt the best hands down. The simulator results proved it, too. It’s funny because Wilson wasn’t even on my radar. The best part was the set was $300-something less than the competition, which allowed me to splurge on a new putter. What can I say…the hype is real with the ‘23 Wilson woods.
I don't swing nearly as fast as Rick (50 years old and my back has seen better days), but if my choice was "240 yards and in the fairway 80% of the time" versus "255 yards and in the fairway 50% of the time" give me the 240 yards every day. Losing 5-15 yards off your drive is ABSOLUTELY worth it. 8-iron from the fairway, versus 8/9 iron from the rough? Easy choice.
The Dynapower Titanium is $549CDN and the Carbon is going for $599CDN in my market , which is $250 and and $200 less than the Paradigm or the G430. I was able to pick up a 9/10 used G425 for $460 which to me, is just as good as anything I have hit this year. I genuinely believe that the best bet in any new model year is to go with something a year or two old.
Everyone who loved the performance of G425, but hated the sound, is upgrading to G430. The market is awash with 425 drivers and this means they aren’t holding their value as much as ping drivers often do (like the G400 Max did)
Consistency off the tee was the best with this one. Knowing you are gonna hit the fairways more often is better for the mind and game. Everyone wants to hit bombs but if you're missing the fairways puts more pressure on the rest of your shots to keep your score low. I would love to see you play a round with that driver including the the stats after. Well done Rick. Good on.
Wilson and Tour Edge are both really stepping up their affordable club game. They both seem to put out clubs that can stand and compete with the bigger brands at far lower prices. I'd love to see you compare the latest from Wilson and Tour Edge up against Pingm, Cobra, Mizuno, etc. and really see if the big brands are worth the money.
100% agree with you there. My first full club set was Tour Edge Hot Launch 2 back in 2017/18 and it was a really nice set, be it with less technology than these newer clubs. Recently just bought my second set for my 21st birthday last month which was the Tour Edge Exotics E522 irons and E521 driver and for the three rounds I’ve had with them, they perform well.
@@WhatsY0UTUB3 Fair enough. A Clubs sound is purely subjective, though. How well do you hit it compared to drivers that cost 3x as much? That's the important detail.
I would like to add that in Quebec, it is currently retailed at $599 CA (carbon model) and $549 CA. Competes with Taylormade/Callaway, but still pretty expensive imo. Less than the "premium" brands, but still expensive imo. Although, I will say it's nice to see a premium shaft on both models. Did not try them yet.
As much as I love the top-brands being reviewed I absolutely loved this review. It makes me want to go test one even though I have the G425 in the bag!
Based on your results. The titanium driver is the real winner! Look at your dispersion, the carbon was all over the golf course with most going left with a HUGE draw.
Wilson brand has won over 60 Majors in its history. I play with Wilson clubs and have been since day one. The launch pad irons are really great. My trusty D9 iron set cant be beat, and my Ultra driver from 2018 still hits it 315 yards on any given sunday. Ive spent less on three sets of clubs in 10 years than some have spent on one.
I got fitted with this driver yesterday in the carbon after hitting 7 or 8 total. I loved it. No shot was more than 20 yards off-center and good distance for me. I never got above 2900 spin. Coincidentally, I also fit best into the same 3 wood and hybrid. Price point was pretty good for a new model too. Less than $1000 USD for all 3 clubs.
You playing at Bay Hill taught me one thing.. Find that driver that puts me in the fairway EVERY TIME. I don't mind losing a few yards to the big boys. Consistency is the name of game. Nothing more annoying than your buddy hitting it down the middle and you keep losing balls in the trees.
I tried the Titanium and Carbon yesterday. Felt like I crunched the titanium, couldn't get a clean hit with the carbon, and when I did feel I'd caught it well it was a hook.... Ended up buying a driving iron, will have another look at the woods in April.
@@ultimatejay I've had lots of lessons with various different pros over the past 20 years, but don't reckon I get great value out of them. We change various different bits and pieces according to the pro's ideas and philosophies, and I practice hard, but my scores don't improve. Ultimately, I've come to the conclusion that a teaching pro's job is to sell lessons, rather than actually improve students' games/scores. I've yet to meet the pro who will take a look at my game and go for a performance-related fee. Interestingly, I feel I have learned and improved more from watching and listening to golf tutorials on "youtube" than from a whole bunch of 1:1 lessons. So I'll paddle my own canoe from here thanks.
0:54 i have these irons. They were my grandfathers and what i used to play when i got started. LOVE the old school leather grips. Nothing modern is near as comfortable. Grips still look brand new 50+ years later
That carbon driver especially looks really nice and seems to have the performance. Been impressed with how Wilson have developed their irons over the last few years so maybe their drivers and woods are now going to catch the eye! Good review Rick
Now that Rick is a mid handicap golfer… (jk) lol…. Break 85 ish… Actually a big fan. Been following for years and love the content. One of the few I trust. Great review as always Rick.
I attended a seminar given by regional sales representative of Wilson sports at Ferris State University for PGA golf management and they told us that the Dynapwr was going to be their new series. I can’t disclose anything more specific due to privacy purposes but man they weren’t kidding! Really nice! In my opinion Wilson/Wilson Staff has always made really good drivers and fairway woods. I’m still gaming my D-200 3 and 5 woods from 2015. Love ‘em.
I bought the carbon model yesterday. Looks great, quality components and finish, and it outperformed every other driver I tested on my GCQ. Everyone’s swing is different, so you may see different results, but if you don’t give this club a spin because the only guys on tour using their stuff are Padraig Harrington and Kevin Streelman, you’re making a huge mistake.
I just ordered my very first brand new driver. I was torn between the TSR 3, Calloway Paradym Triple Diamond or the Stealth 2 Plus. Ended up hammering down on the Stealh 2 Plus. Gets here Thursday, your videos have been helping for years, thanks Rick!
I'd be curious to see a poll of how many people buy the season's brand new clubs at full MSRP. I've been playing for 13 years and have never once bought a brand new in plastic club. I've always been of the camp to wait or buy last years model which hasn't changed that much for much less (often 40-50% off) with the same or similar results. Of course, there will always be those people who need the latest and greatest :/
As usual I absolutely love these unbiased podcasts as you have never been afraid of ANY BIG BRAND NAME and give your honest opinions of them. Thank you Buddy. I’m not running out just yet to try them out but I promise you I will. Cheers Rick.
I’ve always loved Wilson stuff. Played some Wilson clubs as a kid, used a Wilson tennis racket etc. I still use Wilson gloves and have a Wilson wedge in the bag. It’s nice to see them back as a more serious option for golfers again recently.
Love that you actually gave an unbiased opinion and didn't sugar coat or go against the product. I have a wilson older model and love it and want to try the Titanium now. Tnanks
I do find irony that the titanium isn't tailored to your game, while you've been gaming a g425 max for 2 years straight. Glad you came to this Wilson review with a positive light though, it's refreshing to the see the old dogs get the respect they deserve.
So in a time of austerity when a large percentage of people can’t even afford to pay their bills, how has £400 for a second rate driver suddenly become affordable. A few years ago when we all had a bit more cash, a £400 driver from the top brands was overpriced. What has happened is a large proportion of people are now completely priced out of the new driver market as what would have been a £200 Wilson driver is now £400.
I can’t help but think that Rick, Carter, Pete, and Matt split the cost of certain clubs like these in the video, then take turns doing video’s with them. It’s a smart business move to save money. Just seems as if they all do the same reviews around the same time. I can tell before I watch this video that the carbon model Wilson will be pretty low spinning and feel pretty good. The titanium won’t sound or feel as nice but is forgiving. Review over. Lol
What I'd really like to see is "Best drivers of three years ago". Those are the drivers that more people can afford, and they're still more than adequate for just about anyone. With technology that recent, the club is going to be more capable than 99% of golfers. You might say "Well, why don't you go look at videos from three years ago?" and sure, I could. But I think the retrospect would be an important piece, since it's easy to be captivated by a shiny new innovation that doesn't really make THAT much difference in the long run. A few years for the shine to wear off could lead to a different result.
Well this is the best news I've had all day. I have been a Wilson fan my whole golf life. They've always been good value, but hopefully starting to play with the big names again. Can we bother you for a direct shootout, TM2, Aero, Paradym, Wilson, G430, 10 shots with data, maybe you and 1 or 2 other people??
Great review!!! The Titanium grouping was amazing.......270 dead center kinda seems like automatic in the bag!!!! Forget the #s you "wanna see"....results dont lie!!!
Great video as usual. Im here is the US and I’m not sure about retailers still have to check but on the Wilson website the carbon driver is $499 and the titanium is $429.
Tested this Driver yesterday so came on to see what the reviews said. I just totally loved it, feel was great, consistency was top notch and distance up there with any driver i have ever used. Its a winner.
I started with Wilson as a child, with a baseball glove; later playing tennis with Wilson racquets. So, Wilson golf clubs were a natural for me: quality & good prices.
Hey Rick. There's a small company here in the US called Louisville Golf. They sell new, hand made persimmon drivers and hickory clubs, as well as 304 stainless blades. I haven't seen anyone review their clubs yet. Maybe you could review some of their stuff on your new channel?
My 1st new driver was a deep red by Wilson and I loved it. Got back into golf a few years ago and bought the titan... hated it. This carbon looks great but still have a sour taste from the titan
Rick, it would be great to see you play 18 holes where you use a game improvement set for the first 3 holes, then switch to blades/players set for 3 and switch back every three holes and see what the score is...
Purchased a Callaway Rogue in 2021 and does pretty good for me. Normally would not even think of Wilson for a driver. But will keep an eye on them now to see how they do going forward. Would at least consider it in my next driver fitting.
Excellent review as usual. These Wilson drivers look good. I finally retired my trusty Cobra F9, (which I bought new because of your review) and got a demo model Titleist TSi2 for about 1/2 the new price. I should compare that to the Wilson drivers now since I'm playing the Wilson D7 Forged irons. Could be a great match. Cheers!
Great drivers and much better value than the frankly crazy price for the new Callaway or Taylor Made. I have just bought new D9 irons with custom fit etc. Half the price of the big name and brilliant irons. Wilson have always made great clubs!
I went for a fitting a few weeks ago and Hoped Wilson would be the winner. I just couldnt hit the Dynapower consistently. I will likely still buy a set as a back up
You should use the titanium driver on your break75. Maybe even use most forgiving irons as well and see how you do
His ego is to big
Don't know why he took the G425 outta the bag. His problem is his consistency to find the fairway off the tee. But yardage seems to be more important than forgiveness to him 🤷♀️
@@edanzore when did his ego go to big? Where is big, I'd like to go there too?
Same thing I say too. He hit the titanium one great... all those balls right in the middle of the fairway. Then splattered them all over with the "premium" one. Check your ego Rick... you'll do much better and be happier with your round if you get clubs that will maximize forgiveness.
Should have lofted the titanium version down to get a better launch and spin profile. If the dispersion was still as good, put it straight in the bag!
I bought the Dynapower Carbon model the first week it came out.. I was in the market for my 2023 driver, and oh man this this absolutely crushes the ball 🔥. I tried all the other brands’ best, but nothing impressed me quite like this one did. Wilson Staff nailed it with this lineup!
I’m loving all the love Wilson are getting this year. They were once the leading brand in golf, but didn’t move with the times. I think this year’s lineup shows they’re ready to take on the top brands again.
D9 forged irons are fantastic
@@The_Tokoloshe - I play off 8.5 and use the Wilson D9 forged. They are great for me. I also have a Wilson Staff putter (one of last years models) and love that as well. I had a Wilson D7 hybrid and 5 wood which I sold to ‘upgrade’ to Taylormade Stealth. Problem is this was a mistake as I find the Taylormades not as easy to hit. I’m actually going to go back to Wilson and trade in the TM’s for D9 5 wood and hybrid.
Wilson make fantastic clubs and the staff model balls are good as well.
@@The_Tokoloshehi is the oy difference in the d9F and the d9s just the looks and the loft?
Oo
I have their recent cb staff model irons, 8802 staff model putter, and really loving those so much I’m debating getting the dynapower driver and the staff model wedges
With how Ricks driving has been lately this better be going in the bag… straight is great!
“Straight is great!”
Gay golfers ☹️
Straight shots…… don’t make something it isn’t…
@@CarbonR6 it was just a joke mate, no malicious intent. Just having a laugh.
@@gunshow2121 time to gather all fade and draw buddies.
Rick never bags any of the stuff he should, lol.
I predict Wilson is getting back up there with the Taylormade and Callaway very soon. Their Staff model blades and wedges look absolutely gorgeous! Been playing the Triad golf ball and love it!
Nah this driver was averaging 20 yards shorter than the Callaway Paradym. This is fine for a cheap driver but it can’t compete with real brands.
not going to happen but they can find 10 percent
My first round using this driver, I hit 90% of the fairways and shot my lowest round ever with an 81 from 6200 yard tees. I was using a Sim2 Max before and it just never felt as good as this.
Which one? The titanium or carbon? I'm seriously considering these as an upgrade this season. Thanks~!
@@chiefvancamp Titanium
Same here I currently game the Sim 2 max good driver but these look unreal, did you try the carbon one as well
@@chiefvancamp titanium all day
@@chiefvancamp Imma schedule a fitting to try the Carbon, titanium seems nice, but I want the distance and low spin myself, mid-upper swing speed
Yes Rick!!!! An affordable and competitive driver compared with the usual top 4. Thankyou!!
I got a MUCH better option! PXG!!
@@dmkfactor1721 yes
@@dmkfactor1721 Which one? I had the 0811XF Gen 4, and it was...eh. I have a PING G425 now, and my distance and accuracy is so much better
@@dmkfactor1721 nope too expensive for crap performance
@@manilove2pwnpxg isn't that expensive anymore they have lowered price point
I remember when Wilson was the powerhouse brand in golf. Hope they make it back to top tier status.
I would love to see Rick play a full round with these. Perhaps he, Guy and James could each pick a set of clubs to go "test" during a full round and get their takes on the clubs as well?
Nice to see Wilson back in the game with a solid driver release.
Wilson are going for it. Their putters are fantastic as are their blades. Might be worth having a hit with the driver and see how it compares with the new Cally and TM stuff. Good review Rick
I've been using the Wilson hybrids for 2 years and they're the best clubs in my bag, so I'll definitely be trying this driver out
Which model have you gone for? I've been eyeing them up
Considering your driver let you down at Bay hill, that Wilson should be in the bag.
A Monday treat showing a good decent driver that's not well known...well done RS
Straight down the middle.. a decent driver?😂
My prediction months ago, 2023 will be a BIG year for Wilson. There balls feel good and the clubs are looking better and better. I think they will make a push back into the top names we talk about consistently
Totally. The balls are about the best feeling balls I’ve ever used.
@bigjmal I actually use them over pro v1s. Cool I may use some distance and yadda yadda, but love the feel and I don't lose them as often 🤣 who cares about 10-15 yards if that
Wilson's main Problem now are the lack of no upcharge shaft options in irons and woods. If they can increase that selection, they'll be right back up with the others again.
@@EnormousBison77is the only shaft available the ventus and the RDx one? Are these decent stick ones?
I still have an older DynaPower 5 wood in the bag. Looks like the DynaPower will make a comeback in a big way with that price point and overall quality. Great review as always 👏🏻
I bought the Wilson Dynapower Carbon driver and Dynapower 3/5 woods 2 months ago, and I’m so stoked with them. I hit so many different woods in the store, and the Dynapowers felt the best hands down. The simulator results proved it, too. It’s funny because Wilson wasn’t even on my radar. The best part was the set was $300-something less than the competition, which allowed me to splurge on a new putter. What can I say…the hype is real with the ‘23 Wilson woods.
I don't swing nearly as fast as Rick (50 years old and my back has seen better days), but if my choice was "240 yards and in the fairway 80% of the time" versus "255 yards and in the fairway 50% of the time" give me the 240 yards every day. Losing 5-15 yards off your drive is ABSOLUTELY worth it. 8-iron from the fairway, versus 8/9 iron from the rough? Easy choice.
The Dynapower Titanium is $549CDN and the Carbon is going for $599CDN in my market , which is $250 and and $200 less than the Paradigm or the G430. I was able to pick up a 9/10 used G425 for $460 which to me, is just as good as anything I have hit this year. I genuinely believe that the best bet in any new model year is to go with something a year or two old.
Fellow Canuck here. I’m looking for s new driver too. Pxg has a good deal right now. I also like the cobra ltdx LS. You can get it at a good price too
Everyone who loved the performance of G425, but hated the sound, is upgrading to G430. The market is awash with 425 drivers and this means they aren’t holding their value as much as ping drivers often do (like the G400 Max did)
Consistency off the tee was the best with this one. Knowing you are gonna hit the fairways more often is better for the mind and game. Everyone wants to hit bombs but if you're missing the fairways puts more pressure on the rest of your shots to keep your score low. I would love to see you play a round with that driver including the the stats after. Well done Rick. Good on.
Wilson and Tour Edge are both really stepping up their affordable club game. They both seem to put out clubs that can stand and compete with the bigger brands at far lower prices. I'd love to see you compare the latest from Wilson and Tour Edge up against Pingm, Cobra, Mizuno, etc. and really see if the big brands are worth the money.
100% agree with you there. My first full club set was Tour Edge Hot Launch 2 back in 2017/18 and it was a really nice set, be it with less technology than these newer clubs. Recently just bought my second set for my 21st birthday last month which was the Tour Edge Exotics E522 irons and E521 driver and for the three rounds I’ve had with them, they perform well.
i have a tour edge driver and it sounds like a gunshot every drive lol. its so obnoxious
@@WhatsY0UTUB3 Fair enough. A Clubs sound is purely subjective, though. How well do you hit it compared to drivers that cost 3x as much? That's the important detail.
I would like to add that in Quebec, it is currently retailed at $599 CA (carbon model) and $549 CA. Competes with Taylormade/Callaway, but still pretty expensive imo. Less than the "premium" brands, but still expensive imo. Although, I will say it's nice to see a premium shaft on both models. Did not try them yet.
Switching from a Stealth which was fitted for me to the Wilson Carbon. What an easy to hit Driver with super length.This Driver is a no brainer!
As much as I love the top-brands being reviewed I absolutely loved this review. It makes me want to go test one even though I have the G425 in the bag!
Based on your results. The titanium driver is the real winner! Look at your dispersion, the carbon was all over the golf course with most going left with a HUGE draw.
This is likely the best a lot of us have seen you drive the ball. Put that club in your bag!
Rick the titanium suited you best. Dispersion with the carbon was all over the show
Stealth 2 is $1000+ in Australia. Wilson at $699 for Ti and $799 for graphite
You better add this to your bag right now
Wilson brand has won over 60 Majors in its history.
I play with Wilson clubs and have been since day one. The launch pad irons are really great. My trusty D9 iron set cant be beat, and my Ultra driver from 2018 still hits it 315 yards on any given sunday. Ive spent less on three sets of clubs in 10 years than some have spent on one.
Based on your driving at Bay Hill, I'd expect to see this in Rick's bag for his next "break 75"
Everyone who's reviewed this driver has said it performs really well, but none of those reviewers have put it in the bag. Why is that?
Same reason people drive range rovers when a dodge truck does the job
@@dannybell926 They're sheep and only care about the brand name??
What a pity you didn't have one of these in your bag at Bay Hill!
Nice to see the small brands getting great recognition!
Wilson is an enormous brand lol.
Small brand? 62 major wins, most of any brand!
I got fitted with this driver yesterday in the carbon after hitting 7 or 8 total. I loved it. No shot was more than 20 yards off-center and good distance for me. I never got above 2900 spin. Coincidentally, I also fit best into the same 3 wood and hybrid. Price point was pretty good for a new model too. Less than $1000 USD for all 3 clubs.
You playing at Bay Hill taught me one thing.. Find that driver that puts me in the fairway EVERY TIME. I don't mind losing a few yards to the big boys. Consistency is the name of game. Nothing more annoying than your buddy hitting it down the middle and you keep losing balls in the trees.
That's the damn truth
I love your reviews Rick. Always honest and always consider golfers of different skill levels.
I tried the Titanium and Carbon yesterday. Felt like I crunched the titanium, couldn't get a clean hit with the carbon, and when I did feel I'd caught it well it was a hook.... Ended up buying a driving iron, will have another look at the woods in April.
Sounds like you should spend money on lessons
@@ultimatejay I've had lots of lessons with various different pros over the past 20 years, but don't reckon I get great value out of them. We change various different bits and pieces according to the pro's ideas and philosophies, and I practice hard, but my scores don't improve. Ultimately, I've come to the conclusion that a teaching pro's job is to sell lessons, rather than actually improve students' games/scores. I've yet to meet the pro who will take a look at my game and go for a performance-related fee. Interestingly, I feel I have learned and improved more from watching and listening to golf tutorials on "youtube" than from a whole bunch of 1:1 lessons. So I'll paddle my own canoe from here thanks.
0:54 i have these irons. They were my grandfathers and what i used to play when i got started. LOVE the old school leather grips. Nothing modern is near as comfortable. Grips still look brand new 50+ years later
After the bay hill beat down you might want to consider putting this in the bag.
That carbon driver especially looks really nice and seems to have the performance. Been impressed with how Wilson have developed their irons over the last few years so maybe their drivers and woods are now going to catch the eye! Good review Rick
Now that Rick is a mid handicap golfer… (jk) lol…. Break 85 ish… Actually a big fan. Been following for years and love the content. One of the few I trust. Great review as always Rick.
Love to see a great brand putting out a great value!! Don't need a thumper right now, but hopefully they stay on this track.
I think the pricing is perfect.. undercuts the others without being too cheap .. Big Wilson fan currently using d9 forged irons
I play Wilson D350s irons and hybrids….the hybrids are looong! I’ve been looking at the new Wilson stuff
I'd take consistency like that over an extra 5-8 yards every day.
Maybe Guy should bag the titanium version.
The review channel isnt happening is it 🤣
It's like the Garmin r10 review. Teased but never released.
Yep! He said April!
The builders need to hurry up building his new setup 😂
Lol
Perhaps we can see your site?
I attended a seminar given by regional sales representative of Wilson sports at Ferris State University for PGA golf management and they told us that the Dynapwr was going to be their new series. I can’t disclose anything more specific due to privacy purposes but man they weren’t kidding! Really nice! In my opinion Wilson/Wilson Staff has always made really good drivers and fairway woods. I’m still gaming my D-200 3 and 5 woods from 2015. Love ‘em.
Way to go Rick! Bring it back to Bay Hill, and stripe those fairways 👍
Huge Wilson fan. Drivers look so good. Simple and no unnecessary bells and whistles. And they do go. Saw to testers hitting carbon over 350 yards
I bought the carbon model yesterday. Looks great, quality components and finish, and it outperformed every other driver I tested on my GCQ. Everyone’s swing is different, so you may see different results, but if you don’t give this club a spin because the only guys on tour using their stuff are Padraig Harrington and Kevin Streelman, you’re making a huge mistake.
I just ordered my very first brand new driver. I was torn between the TSR 3, Calloway Paradym Triple Diamond or the Stealth 2 Plus. Ended up hammering down on the Stealh 2 Plus. Gets here Thursday, your videos have been helping for years, thanks Rick!
Love my new Dynapower driver. So easy to hit. Got it fit. Shaft and nameplate loft made a big difference. And, I gained 30 yards.
Always liked Wilson golf clubs. Played the gooseneck irons in HS and who could forget the Wilson Whale driver from the early 90s!
Been using my wilson D9 for 18 months now, cracking driver. Glad to see them getting some more recognition again.
Way to go Wilson for updating there game! Hopefully it helps grow the game of golf for more and more players
For how straight you hit the Wilson Drivers you should have used them at Bay Hill. Would have saved you 5 strokes or more!
I'd be curious to see a poll of how many people buy the season's brand new clubs at full MSRP. I've been playing for 13 years and have never once bought a brand new in plastic club. I've always been of the camp to wait or buy last years model which hasn't changed that much for much less (often 40-50% off) with the same or similar results. Of course, there will always be those people who need the latest and greatest :/
As usual I absolutely love these unbiased podcasts as you have never been afraid of ANY BIG BRAND NAME and give your honest opinions of them. Thank you Buddy. I’m not running out just yet to try them out but I promise you I will. Cheers Rick.
I’ve always loved Wilson stuff. Played some Wilson clubs as a kid, used a Wilson tennis racket etc. I still use Wilson gloves and have a Wilson wedge in the bag. It’s nice to see them back as a more serious option for golfers again recently.
Chuffed to see Wilson getting some love. Hope you put it in your bag Rick
Love that you actually gave an unbiased opinion and didn't sugar coat or go against the product. I have a wilson older model and love it and want to try the Titanium now. Tnanks
I do find irony that the titanium isn't tailored to your game, while you've been gaming a g425 max for 2 years straight. Glad you came to this Wilson review with a positive light though, it's refreshing to the see the old dogs get the respect they deserve.
Nice looking clubs for sure.
Maybe you should have had that one with you at Bay Hill.
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I just wish one of the golf manufacturers would offer a driver with lower spin rates, more carry distance, and added forgiveness on off-center hits.
So in a time of austerity when a large percentage of people can’t even afford to pay their bills, how has £400 for a second rate driver suddenly become affordable. A few years ago when we all had a bit more cash, a £400 driver from the top brands was overpriced. What has happened is a large proportion of people are now completely priced out of the new driver market as what would have been a £200 Wilson driver is now £400.
By FAR my favorite brand. Lots of bang for your buck and for a working class player that matters A Lot
£400 is still ludicrous for a golf club
Can’t wait for the Titleist review!
If only you had this at Bay Hill!
Best performing driver Wilson EVER MADE was the 275cc Killer Whale with the Firestick shaft, played by John Daly (and me). I loved that driver.
I can’t help but think that Rick, Carter, Pete, and Matt split the cost of certain clubs like these in the video, then take turns doing video’s with them. It’s a smart business move to save money. Just seems as if they all do the same reviews around the same time. I can tell before I watch this video that the carbon model Wilson will be pretty low spinning and feel pretty good. The titanium won’t sound or feel as nice but is forgiving. Review over. Lol
Perfect video just bought some irons looking for a premium driver that’s in this price range!! Thanks Rick!! 😎
9:34 No way you said this with a straight face🤣
Rick was smoking some good good...before the range session
I am so impressed. Good job Wilson making a comeback. I could see buying this club(s). Love the nod to history on this.
What I'd really like to see is "Best drivers of three years ago". Those are the drivers that more people can afford, and they're still more than adequate for just about anyone. With technology that recent, the club is going to be more capable than 99% of golfers. You might say "Well, why don't you go look at videos from three years ago?" and sure, I could. But I think the retrospect would be an important piece, since it's easy to be captivated by a shiny new innovation that doesn't really make THAT much difference in the long run. A few years for the shine to wear off could lead to a different result.
How good do the head covers look! Massively positive sign of quality
Wilson, Spalding and Macgregor were the top brands when I was young
Great Review!!! You and every other club reveiwer rave about this club and it out performs your current driver. Why aren't you guys playing with it?
You might wanna use this driver in one of your next break 75 episodes ;)
Haven’t played them since the Deep Red but man Wilson clubs are SO UNDERRATED
Well this is the best news I've had all day. I have been a Wilson fan my whole golf life. They've always been good value, but hopefully starting to play with the big names again. Can we bother you for a direct shootout, TM2, Aero, Paradym, Wilson, G430, 10 shots with data, maybe you and 1 or 2 other people??
Great review!!! The Titanium grouping was amazing.......270 dead center kinda seems like automatic in the bag!!!! Forget the #s you "wanna see"....results dont lie!!!
Just got fitted for the carbon and it has massively improved my game. I love it and fits perfectly for my swing
Love the review, kudos to Wilson. However, why do all reviews say these are cheaper than they are? Here in the US they are $429 and $499??
Great video as usual. Im here is the US and I’m not sure about retailers still have to check but on the Wilson website the carbon driver is $499 and the titanium is $429.
Tested this Driver yesterday so came on to see what the reviews said. I just totally loved it, feel was great, consistency was top notch and distance up there with any driver i have ever used. Its a winner.
Love to see the mizuno reviews also as they are well priced.
I started with Wilson as a child, with a baseball glove; later playing tennis with Wilson racquets. So, Wilson golf clubs were a natural for me: quality & good prices.
Hey Rick. There's a small company here in the US called Louisville Golf. They sell new, hand made persimmon drivers and hickory clubs, as well as 304 stainless blades. I haven't seen anyone review their clubs yet. Maybe you could review some of their stuff on your new channel?
Good review. Play my D7 forged irons for 3yrs now, still can't find anything that performs by trackman that much better to force me to replace them.
My 1st new driver was a deep red by Wilson and I loved it. Got back into golf a few years ago and bought the titan... hated it. This carbon looks great but still have a sour taste from the titan
Really wanted to see you review that diamond face from tour edge
Rick, it would be great to see you play 18 holes where you use a game improvement set for the first 3 holes, then switch to blades/players set for 3 and switch back every three holes and see what the score is...
He has too much ego to do that
Rick, put this driver IN THE BAG!
Purchased a Callaway Rogue in 2021 and does pretty good for me. Normally would not even think of Wilson for a driver. But will keep an eye on them now to see how they do going forward. Would at least consider it in my next driver fitting.
Excellent review as usual. These Wilson drivers look good. I finally retired my trusty Cobra F9, (which I bought new because of your review) and got a demo model Titleist TSi2 for about 1/2 the new price. I should compare that to the Wilson drivers now since I'm playing the Wilson D7 Forged irons. Could be a great match. Cheers!
Great drivers and much better value than the frankly crazy price for the new Callaway or Taylor Made. I have just bought new D9 irons with custom fit etc. Half the price of the big name and brilliant irons. Wilson have always made great clubs!
I got a Wilson Launch Pad 5 wood, as a high handicapper it's one of the best clubs in my bag.
I have always liked Wilson clubs, it would be good to see them back up with the big names. These are really good looking drivers
I went for a fitting a few weeks ago and Hoped Wilson would be the winner. I just couldnt hit the Dynapower consistently. I will likely still buy a set as a back up