It means so much to get so many nice comments - you guys are the best and I'm going to reply to you ALL (it may take a while😂) My reviews will ALWAYS be 100% honest. I will tell you what the brands claim and then I will test them and tell you what I find!
@pietjoubert87844 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick. Thanks for the great review as always. It seems to me that because of the design limitations imposed on manufacturers, that they have pretty much maxed out distance performance. Should we not be focusing more how forgiving they are compared to previous models (both distance and dispersion) as this is probably also more important for most average golfers?
@swizlestick4 жыл бұрын
No joke, you give some of the best reviews on youtube. I'm one of those that over research everything i buy and you are a must stop location for any golf equipment. I'm even able to look past the silly way you say "H" to get some great in depth and honest feedback on golf gear. You are one of the very, VERY few channels I subscribe to. Keep up the good work. If you ever find yourself in Minnesota, 18 holes on me!
@mazzerattimike86954 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the video on the putter/ball combo you mentioned on peters video.....would take a lot to make me change my bettinardi though.....#excited
@williamrobertloughlin47744 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I’m looking for a set of new irons/ or old good ones. Any recommendations. I’m off 6 and need a good feel and good appearance Thank you !
@itsnateross4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a "Five Year Challenge". Put the SIM against the R15. Maybe even with the same ball for the year. Great content as always!
@jordanbrown14884 жыл бұрын
"The last thing I want to do is to lose a brand new ProV1" - Rick Shiels, man of the people
@mattsmith-bl2bg4 жыл бұрын
usually just hit a cart path on the first hole after taking it out of the box.
@littleking1littleboy1474 жыл бұрын
The last thing I want to do is lose a new tp5 pix
@o_goodwin4 жыл бұрын
*throws head cover*
@VivaLaGolf424 жыл бұрын
littleking1 littleboy1 I lost a whole sleeve the other day. First time I’ve tried them 😢 I normally don’t lose that many.
@willsohrnberger24413 жыл бұрын
thats why i collect the Pro V1's in my golf bag and golf with the garbage balls I find. One day I will be good enough to play with pro-v1's without losing 20 per day XD
@steveparish42094 жыл бұрын
Rick always gives an honest, quantifiable, and thorough assessment of clubs done in a way that removes problematic variables. He shows us in a simulator under controlled conditions and even goes to the course to show us where the rubber meets the road. Best club evaluator on KZfaq!
@camaroboi134 жыл бұрын
3 or 4 more models and I’ll be able to afford an M2. 🙄
@o_Juffo_o3 жыл бұрын
lol just get an SLDR S, basically the same driver
@Logan-zx1cm3 жыл бұрын
I had an m2 yesterday my dad had an epic, Then my dads friend wanted to trade the epic for sim so now we got a sim and m2. But my dad gave me the sim and we sold the m2 and he bought a new epic flash.
@tylerzhang19273 жыл бұрын
Most relatable thing I’ve seen
@liamzamora99213 жыл бұрын
M2 is great man don’t fret i just upgraded today
@chrisgilligan49683 жыл бұрын
They certainly aren't giving drivers away, but if you can't afford a 3 generation old driver then how do you afford to golf?
@vivitoisright3824 жыл бұрын
Guys, SIM stands for SIMilar to last year's and SIMilar to Cobra. Or you can just SIMulate that its better. At this price, it should come with a copy of SIM video game. Thank you Rick for telling the truth, " these drivers are for those who want the lastest greatest ", nothing wrong if you want to buy them, just dont expect any improvement. Please don't fool yourself guys. I like the new things you did in this review Rickardito. 👍
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@braddiboy4 жыл бұрын
Haha 🤣
@Joeybago124 жыл бұрын
M6 was designed before cobra. But ok
@jkaep90094 жыл бұрын
You realize every golf company does this nowadays, not just TM
@wannabegolfin24-724 жыл бұрын
Vivito IsRight hehehehehehe😂😂😂😂
@aaronloader56154 жыл бұрын
Can I just add how proud Rick was when he made the Slightly Improved Marketing joke?😂 Keep it up Rick love the Videos!!!!
@andrewforbus81814 жыл бұрын
You are by far one of the best golf equipment reviewers on KZfaq. It’s never dry and always well backed research. Honestly keep up the amazing work and there should be no thumbs down on this video.
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much mate
@traviswiebe37114 жыл бұрын
I liked seeing the difference with changing the weight location! Really interesting, hopefully we get to see similar testing with all the drivers this year!
@ryana64694 жыл бұрын
Whenever I’m considering a product, first move is always to check if Rick has reviewed it. Love his honesty and the channel as a whole. Keep it going Rick!
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Ryan
@firemedic105ns3 жыл бұрын
Same here.
@nathanbruns70534 жыл бұрын
I think I like “Slightly Improved Marketing.”
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
😂
@nathanbruns70534 жыл бұрын
Mike Eastridge YES! I take it back, this is what it stands for! Well done sir!
@rusrad744 жыл бұрын
The bottom looks like a Cylon's head!
@mw102594 жыл бұрын
@@RickShielsPGA THINK I'LL JUST STICK WITH MY POD DRIVER ,,,,,,lol
@polar3154 жыл бұрын
Squandering Idiots Money
@arnaudmaurin36674 жыл бұрын
Hi Rick ! I'm a french clubmaker who's been working with Tom WISHON for almost ten years. Tom actually invented the concept of sliding weights on a driver to enhance a fade or a draw in 1996. But he knew from testing (it takes about 18 months to create a new head design) that it requires at least 30 grams of weight on the sole to really change the shot shape. He went even further and created a weight of 40 grams that could REALLY promote a draw bias. BUT he had to come up with a 375cc clubhead since 40 grams was too heavy to create a volume of at least 440cc that the golfers were expecting. So his design (called 715CLC, you can google it) did not sell because of this small volume. And this is why ever since the driver heads he has developped do not have a sliding weight. It simply does not work with a 20ish grams that you can find today on some models. Best regards from Bordeaux, France !
@RA-bw2wp4 жыл бұрын
Rick, I love your honesty! Of all the people on KZfaq talking golf, you are the most unbiased with less BS👍. When you do a review, you tell us how the product affects you- your results . You don’t try to guess what club will fit different golfers. That is all fitting. Well Done!
@bryangray41784 жыл бұрын
Since it seems like the models from this year and maybe models from the past couple years don’t seem to have a huge difference in performance I’d love to see a video comparing the performance of a driver from maybe 10 years ago to today. For someone like me who has a model from 2007 and is thinking about upgrading. Thanks! 👍
@TheAmericanDane4 жыл бұрын
I’ve never played a round of golf in my life but enjoy these vids 😂🤷🏽♂️
@gtaylor92184 жыл бұрын
You enjoy club review videos.. I could see some other format...but that seems odd
@scouter69264 жыл бұрын
Dane, make the effort to play a little golf and if it's the game for you it will be the most engaging game/sport you ever tried. Chidren to old men like me can play. I started playing at 72. Shame not to spending time in this world and not be savour the satifaction of a good, square, ball strike and watch your ball arcing across the sky. Plus, most of us that love the game will go out of our to help you someone giving golfing a go to really enjoy playing thrmdelve. I get nearly as much of a buzz from occasionally making par as Tiger likely does for a hole in one. So, give it a try and enjoy.
@TheAmericanDane4 жыл бұрын
Sam Fisher not necessarily just club reviews, just this channel, I find it interesting. I’ve done a few hours on a driving range but never played a single hole let alone a round, never owned a single club.
@craighambo4 жыл бұрын
Hope you get out on the course one time mate...you will love it and hate it at the same time.
@garyco7664 жыл бұрын
@@TheAmericanDane Just be prepared to get addicted. Anyone who golfs knows all it takes is that one good shot to make your blood race and want to come back.
@alk19464 жыл бұрын
Your the best honest not opinionated open minded reviewer of equipment. It's very refreshing
@xrf0014 жыл бұрын
Rick, you have become one of my "go to" channels. This video was very thoughtful. It was exactly the way I do test and want to see clubs tested. Keep up the great work!
@jmichelin584 жыл бұрын
“On the range you can hit it as far and as hard as you want”. Yeah, that has never happened to me. 😃
@brianwiles17744 жыл бұрын
"there they go again" *smirk* LOL! love it. Thanks for the review! Looking to get a driver this year so very interested in all the reviews you have/will be doing!
@ImInterestingG4 жыл бұрын
Another great review Rick, as someone who purchased an M6 in 2019; you're last sentence said it all. Happy 2020. RobB
@darrellburnside30144 жыл бұрын
This is the way a review was supposed to be done intentional fade shots intentional draw shots High loft, lowest lolf and comfortable spot in between perfect work Rick !!!
@evanklein14634 жыл бұрын
Crazy how each one of these revolutionary drivers comes out every 6 months
@UpToScratchGolf4 жыл бұрын
haha, so true!
@ADX3214 жыл бұрын
Crazy how people keep saying this when it's not remotely accurate. There is almost a year between m5 and sim. They make new cars every year too, I wonder if it's a profit thing?
@stevengriffin53493 жыл бұрын
True, the tech is all max out on the head, the shaft is last frontier- I put a Fuji Ventus Black 6-s in the hand made Velus line ($350 ) into the M% demo paid $350. Trying snag SIM Max and move the shaft. By far, this shaft is most consistent and plenty long . This MOi is real, just means it resists twisting from off center
@MrJohnnyclockwork3 жыл бұрын
Ever heard of the Apple IPhone?
@jbob13994 жыл бұрын
Yo Rick it's amazing how much money you have saved me by calming me down when I have the hot's for a new driver. Thanks
@jaroneaton80234 жыл бұрын
Been on the Rick Shiels train for months now! What a great addition to the game of golf and golf knowledge you are!
@timhairston99644 жыл бұрын
Does anyone wonder why it’s so entertaining watching Rick’s videos? I think I would enjoy watching him shag up all those Pro V1s he hits at the range. 🤣
@jimbo28494 жыл бұрын
Normally I love how the tm driver looks, but couldn’t see that in my bag, looks like a club from a starter set from sports direct 😬😂
@chrisbuneo32574 жыл бұрын
Huge Taylor made fan here, agreed, it's really ugly lol
@nategin90094 жыл бұрын
The hybrid looks totally Rinky dink
@chadjackson47864 жыл бұрын
Conspiracy time - TM and Callaway are both colluding to release ugly garbage drivers because they know drivers cant get any better, Add the sliding weights back in next year and call it improved. Golf is a joke now and I run a golf shop.
@nategin90094 жыл бұрын
@@chadjackson4786 well considering it's been proven time and time again that older clubs can be hit just as far and consistent as brand new clubs, it's literally just a visual game now. Wether you like the club or not, I'm sure lots of people will still buy it. Not like taylormade is hurting for cash
@SM-po9wf4 жыл бұрын
@@chadjackson4786 I haven't changed my R9 Supertri because it looks too good and the new ones are so ugly, and I'm sure they perform amazing but man are they ugly. Looks like a transformers. There are better looking drivers out there but I have a weird thing about my woods being the same brand. I really thought they where going to bring it in 2020 but guess no. Also, if they could take away the ugly white parts and black them out, it'll improve by 1000. The mini driver is a good example of how they could look by blacking it out. The mini dirver looks very fine but not for a mid handicaper obviosuly.
@gustavrunberg57014 жыл бұрын
Amazing rewiew Rick. Keep doing this on all the other big brands.
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for watching
@JonMcG4 жыл бұрын
Rick , I dont think there is anyone on KZfaq that comes close to your reviews . Your formula for testing equipment leaves no doubt whatsoever . You take the bullshit out of the propaganda bestowed upon us by the corporate giants . Love it . Thanks mate .
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much John!
@jeffreyvictor36783 жыл бұрын
I just purchased the SIM Max Driver and 3 Fairway based solely on their forgiveness. At almost 61 years of age, I know my days of launching the ball 285+ yards are over...just need to get it up in the air and keep it in play. Both of these clubs will help you do that!
@k-nickDTX4 жыл бұрын
"Revolutionary new sole" that looks suspiciously like the Cobra Speedback.
@MrMark9454 жыл бұрын
Yeah exactly
@charlconradie72453 жыл бұрын
No speedback’s finn is straight back and sim’s is on an angle. Speedback’s is not so big.
@markmarquez8904 жыл бұрын
That SIM driver at address is beautiful!😍 Still playing my old Taylormade R1, maybe it's time for an upgrade!👍
@R73004 жыл бұрын
I just bought these, coming from a 12 year old cobra and Taylor made burner I picked up 20 yards on the 3 wood and driver. I'm happy with them!
@PJsharie4 жыл бұрын
I had a taylormade R7 425 that I bought 14 years ago brand new. Loved that club. The sound and feel was great. Unfortunately my friend asked if he could try it off the tee during a round. (He's not very good btw) and he hit a shot so bad he dented the top of it. Was mad about it but I figured, what the heck, it served me well over the years. Time to buy a new one. Bought this today and after watching this review I can't wait to use it. I am a taylormade fan through and through. My irons, wedges, woods and putter are all taylormade. Love their products and am willing to pay a bit more. Typically wait until a year or two have passed after a new release so the price goes down but I couldn't wait with this one. :-)
@zacharyschwab55044 жыл бұрын
Don’t let your friend hit it
@PJsharie4 жыл бұрын
Zachary Schwab He won’t be going anywhere near this one I can assure you that.
@speedreader26604 жыл бұрын
"Slightly Improved Marketing" That one cracked me up good
@couge334 жыл бұрын
Great review, I still game the M1.. can’t see the justification in upgrading anytime soon 👍
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Yeah keep at that one if you like it
@stephenminchell26434 жыл бұрын
Daniel Álvaro Martínez Regal i gamed the m1 for a long time but I’m the summer i finally upgraded to the m5 with the rogue shaft. Major upgrade i have to say. I also believe that at some point after 100s if rounds and beating balls at the range there must be loss of performance.
@brnlrn1874 жыл бұрын
Rick ... you are definitely the best reviewer in golf. Another "brilliant" review; honest and unbiased. It's apparent how much time and effort you put into these videos. Your fanbase reflects your efforts as well; the comments are spot on and sometimes hilarious (SIM jokes). Looking forward to your next vid ! BRAVO !!!
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. Glad you appreciate the content
@ronaldkrauser69544 жыл бұрын
Great review Rick. It just shows you that under current USGA rules drivers are already close to their maximum performance. Buying new drivers year after year is senseless even if money is no object. The best decision one can make is to get fitted with the proper shaft. That gives you the best chance to maximize your driver’s performance.
@cannonboll4 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. Love the honesty and refusal to get sponsored (even though you easily could). Hope to get a review on the new mizuno irons and drivers as well. Cheers mate!
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@jonpink42394 жыл бұрын
PSA: In the last 10 years Dustin Johnson has gained 4 yards of distance with his TaylorMade Driver (308 vs 312) Jason Day, another long time TMag staffer has also gained 4 yards in the last decade (298 vs 302). Note that driving data is also influenced by improving player ability, ball technology, biomechanics and conditioning. Even if you wanted to put these gains solely down to driver technology the best case scenario is a gain of 36cm per year. Guys, there are no distance improvements to be found in your wallets.
@canyonaro4 жыл бұрын
J P 100% of that comes from the TP5 ball. They're maxed out because of regulations. The new frontier is more consistent ball speed and spin across the face (aka forgiveness). There's been nothing to be gained on center strikes for almost a decade now.
@christianconrads74694 жыл бұрын
That could have a lot of reasons. Fitness... Ball... etc.
@canyonaro4 жыл бұрын
Christian Conrads Of course - I shouldn't have said 100%. My comment had more to do with the known fact that the TP5 & TP5x have been more successful at getting driver spin down so they're a few yards longer than the Pro V1, although the 2019 Pro V1 mostly closed this gap. I hit TM drivers for years (3 hdcp) and gained no distance since SLDR, but SLDR was the wildest driver I've ever owned. I did an extensive fitting this year and there's no significant difference in ball speed among the top driver brands. It's all about fitting for head/shaft combo. A handful of them I hit like crap (looking at you TS3) but that's all personal. Ended up with F9 because I got amazing results with heavier weights at a shorter length but I could've done the same thing with TM or Callaway (but no reason to spend the extra money).
@dustin50074 жыл бұрын
If you are buying a driver just to gain distance then you better be getting fitted. I have a 2003 Ping is380 driver that I hit 260-265. I have a 2013 Ping Anser that I hit 260-265. I have a TM M2 that I hit 260-265. The only difference between my 2003 Ping and my 2017 M2 is that I consistently hit it my max distance. The sweet spot is better across the face and it's more forgiving on mis hits. With today's drivers you are not buying distance, rather you are paying for consistency and forgiveness. Seems like those features are easily marketable.
@christianconrads74694 жыл бұрын
@@canyonaro Im sorry.. didnt wanted to offend you 😊 You are completely right. No more else to say. My point was just that there are so many things that could be the reason of the gain of distance the last years. Biggest probably like u said.. is the Ball. Or maybe Technologie overall? I mean golf has changed a lot in the last decade.
@chriswinton4 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick, I went to my local big box Golf Galaxy in Texas yesterday to see if this was in yet, SPOILER, its not, but the sales staff was actually recommending your review on youtube. Big Props from Texas, bro
@ru86084 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick, just picked up my new M5 for $399 and just love it. After watching your review I will surely keep it in my bag. No need to upgrade to the SIM. Thank you for your honest review of the TM drivers.
@Hipatbatemannicetomeetyou4 жыл бұрын
“You can copy my homework but don’t make it obvious” *me copying the homework *
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
😂
@MrApache19994 жыл бұрын
Really thought he was gonna say “shyte in movement” 😂
@mengkit16213 жыл бұрын
😂
@jordonsibell994 жыл бұрын
So glad I found your channel. It's awesome to get an unbiased opinion on performance of Clubs cuz when you go shop for clubs the salespeople will feed you all kinds of crap about how much better some club claims to be. So having the knowledge of your reviews helps clear the noise away and make it easier to make an informed purchase
@rlm20084 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the honest reviews. Another tester hit the m5 338 yards with m5 vs m3 but in another test hit m5 313 yard with m5 vs sim. I know we don’t hit it the same every day but 25 yards is unbelievable, btw he hit sim 335 yds. I guess they don’t think we can look at previous tests.
@beniveyv78494 жыл бұрын
I just got the sim I’ve been using my dads 1970’s Calloways big Bertha and boy howdy it was nice
@beniveyv78494 жыл бұрын
Oh the iron which are lynx he got in the 70’s and I just assumed he got the driver around the same time
@beniveyv78494 жыл бұрын
Actually just asked and the irons are from the early or mid 80’s and the driver was early 90’s
@pianofry11384 жыл бұрын
@@beniveyv7849 I'd just edit your comment to avoid further confusion. I will admit those Big Berthas are pretty awesome.
@igolf27504 жыл бұрын
George Dobbs lol 😂
@Carter0404044 жыл бұрын
George Dobbs no need to be so snarky it was a simple harmless mistake
@alexgeorge25104 жыл бұрын
I love these reviews and the format it has honestly shaped my bag and the way I play golf keep it up Rick 👍🏼
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex
@fran213564 жыл бұрын
Hey Rick! I'm considering buying a used 2017 TM M1 and looking back at your review you had a carry of 282YDS. with it exactly the same carry as the SIM. You sold me on the M1, thank you.
@gtsimmo14 жыл бұрын
Love the brutally and straight up honest conclusion at the end. Thanks for the hard work.
@richardvalentine41334 жыл бұрын
Great review Rick. I think it just goes to show that newer doesn’t necessarily mean better. Really nice looking clubs though!
@robertmontgomery76864 жыл бұрын
To me it looks a lot like the Cobra F9 on steroids with the “inertia generator “. I am currently gaming a second generation M1 and if I were to replace it I would look more to the Cobra mainly due to the price point.
@brianrobertson93184 жыл бұрын
Hey Robert... That's the exact move I made in November... 2017 M1 to Cobra F9... It's worth the $ for the upgrade just be sure to get fit for your shaft and weight settings.
@miken26864 жыл бұрын
What "Brian Robertson" said! I, too, went from M1 to the F9 and have zero regrets. Maybe it's just me but the F9 works for me in every way, and though I hit the M1 well at times, I just didn't get on with it as consistently as I'd have liked. Given Rick's comparison of the F9 vs. Speedzone showing virtually NO performance differences, you could get your hands on a new F9 for half of a SIM. A no-brainer. Good luck!
@nickp83734 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Great job Rick. Also loved the comment about not wanting to lose a brand new Pro-V on that tight fairway. You really are one of us. Keep it up man
@glennsvensson12924 жыл бұрын
Its so liberating to look at a quality review that is informative. Testing at the range, on the course and finally using a trackman in the studio. Keep up the good work and be as objektive as possible!
@logandyer3864 жыл бұрын
Taylormade 2019 - released m6/m5 Taylormade 2020- released taylormade sim Taylormade 2040- released taylormade sim series two speed flex m5 m6 with adjustable weights Data-................ Great vid rick
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much
@reefertwo4 жыл бұрын
Don't forget the Aero-Fin Technology dude. Oh shit - did I just let the cat out of the bag ?
@traeburr14 жыл бұрын
they wont wait that long , the next version of the sim will have an extra weight track or port somewhere to "adjust" . its been their MO since the R days .
@NaeemKhan-cy2fg4 жыл бұрын
I thought for a second youtube recommended me earphones. Then realised it was golf clubs
@brianminnotte96884 жыл бұрын
Rick thanks for the videos, for us golf fans this is like a 2nd Christmas getting to see the new products and reviews....something to look forward to in a long cold January.
@anthonymcmanus66204 жыл бұрын
I bought an M5 on special this week as the SIM was being released. Looks like I made the right call. Cheers for the great review Rick.
@davidsmith75734 жыл бұрын
Love the look of the new driver’s, once again thanks for a completely honest review 👍
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Cheers David
@pipebliss4 жыл бұрын
I love the honesty, quality review!
@kc89233 жыл бұрын
Great to have an unbiased, detailed and informative review of clubs. Hope to see some more.
@bpibuildingpestinspections17854 жыл бұрын
Love your honesty! Your Podcasts are awesome, raw & enjoy your off the cuff answers. No need to upgrade if you already hit the ball well but if you want to upgrade & impress your mates with the latest tech, go for it lol
@nathansharrock48274 жыл бұрын
It’s funny how you mention it’s a bit like the SLDR. I thought that the second I saw it that’s without performance
@canyonaro4 жыл бұрын
Nathan Sharrock I hit the sh*t out of my SLDR but I couldn't keep it on the course. This looks like they were trying to get SLDR performance in a more forgiving package.
@SM-po9wf4 жыл бұрын
Indeed, and has the same slide weight technology. Both ugly, SIM miles uglier.
@TobisGolfBlog4 жыл бұрын
Okay my first thought on the SIM driver was that it doesn’t look as good as previous models. But I have to admit that I really like the look oft the crown. Price wise they had to go down because of Cobras big success with the F9 and the success Cobra will have on the SZ. I’ll give it a hit anyway 🤪
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Let me know how you get on
@TobisGolfBlog4 жыл бұрын
Rick Shiels Golf I will 👍🏼
@SAABguyMD4 жыл бұрын
What I have learned from watching all of Rick's videos about new clubs is that, you shouldn't worry about replacing clubs until they are between six to seven years old. I'm still hitting a 2000's ping g5 and the Callaway epic is only about one yard longer and the Ping only set me back $40!
@pianoman582 Жыл бұрын
yup. finally upgraded to an M5 from a 913 D2
@VanishingImage3 жыл бұрын
ended up with the Sim Max for a Christmas gift. I had a taylormade R1 driver. Felt that 7 year old driver was time for a upgrade. I usually don't get brand new drivers but since the Sim came out late last year early this year and got a good deal. I hope going with the Max that it goes with how your results went with it being more of the forgiving one. Less stuff I can mess with on the bottom might be better.
@riowang87944 жыл бұрын
Taylormade: Revolutionary shape. Cobra: we did that last year.
@mvansb234 жыл бұрын
Actually M6 had similar to cobra speed back last year. The idea that they copied cobra is silly. SIM is an extension of the M6 shaping. But the asymmetric shape is certainly different than both cobra and the M6 driver
@riowang87944 жыл бұрын
@@mvansb23 yeah yeah yeah whatever
@vika01944 жыл бұрын
Every year is ”revolutionary”
@hvacgar24 жыл бұрын
Cobra SZ can’t stand up in numbers
@TimmyP_4 жыл бұрын
All the money they spend on marketing and they name it “SIM” 😂
@neighbor184 жыл бұрын
Better than Mavrik
@leoaaraas6494 жыл бұрын
@@neighbor18 maverick
@Quuantix4 жыл бұрын
@@neighbor18 mavrik sounds cooler than fucking SIM lol. callaway is good with names: epic, rogue, DIABLO, etc.
@Joeybago124 жыл бұрын
@@leoaaraas649 nope it's mavrik leo the lion
@officernasty26484 жыл бұрын
Thats a better name than rocket ballz
@jayzimmerman47904 жыл бұрын
Great review! I have been hitting the M6 driver, the straightest drives I’ve ever hit. I was thinking of hitting the SIM, but not crazy about the visual of the club. Keep up the good work Rick, you provide the best transparent reviews on the internet bar non.
@user-rv1wi5oe4n4 жыл бұрын
Excellent, non-bias and thorough review. Thanks for investing the time to present this info!
@ryang19104 жыл бұрын
It isn’t just about gaining 10 Yards. Sometimes I just want a more stable driver
@johnrhodes90874 жыл бұрын
This driver is shaped alot like the Cobra speedback with that wedge piece on the bottom.
@sting51120024 жыл бұрын
This driver looks like the lovechild of the Cobra F9 and the old SLDR! I like the color scheme, but i don’t see this outperforming my F9. I’ll test it at a demo day and see what happens. Thanks for the review, Rick....great stuff as always!
@andrewbombard55404 жыл бұрын
Rick I really enjoyed the format of your new videos breaking down each component of the driver, excellent job in more detail. That being said, seeing photos/videos of the new Taylormade SIM I feel it looks terrible from underneath. I will have to make my own opinion when I see one looking down at it when addressing the ball. You had said in the video that someone with a five-year-old plus driver may take advantage of the new technology in this driver, I currently use a RBZ 3W In place of a driver, have much more consistency and control with it. With all the innovations in travel technology in last few years it makes me want to try getting back into the traditional driver field again. Thanks for the great content.
@royceclark50214 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this vid 🔥🔥😂
@TsionBenJudah4 жыл бұрын
Me too
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Enjoy mate!
@darrenconnolly53494 жыл бұрын
I’ll definitely just hang onto my M5, I also hit the SIM and saw no difference in club head speed. I actually hit the M5 straighter aswell 🤔
@mrgibsonmrgibson4 жыл бұрын
awesome. well done. might be the best club review Ive ever seen. not because of the club, but rather just the way you laid it all out. are you sure you havent been going to journalism school at nights? either way, bravo Rick Shiels
@miguelcampa79414 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rick. This review helped me upgrade my old R7 to an M6. Glad I saved the 250 and spent some extra time at the range.
@DustinlsxzBrewster4 жыл бұрын
Kinda looks like the cobra F9/SZ.......... but higher priced
@andreasolenmark16414 жыл бұрын
Not just kind of in my opinion. Not exactly revolutionary new design.
@MB-xx6xc4 жыл бұрын
And uglier because of the proportion. Of the whatever is called at the bottom.
@DustinlsxzBrewster4 жыл бұрын
Yea. These videos go to to show that I believe a lot more people will be going to this design. Monkey see monkey do. I love my cobra F9 and i was so glad Rick did the SZ and showed there was no gained. Saved me close to 200.00 on buying a F9 at 349.00 and plus 25% off of that listed price. These videos are huge for us Rick. Thank you for yet another great video
@darrenbell63764 жыл бұрын
@@DustinlsxzBrewster same here i love my f9 purchased 2 weeks ago after hitting the sz alongside it. I actually got more from the f9 which shows they are no distance gains at all these days it's all about looks and forgiveness but i will be keeping my f9 for a few more years yet.
@michaelnewton22204 жыл бұрын
Agree they look similar. Both ugly as f***
@robinwitts38384 жыл бұрын
The difference wasn’t that much?? Who saw that coming🤷🏻♂️
@hunterboykin13944 жыл бұрын
Your videos keeps getting better and better and it's a good thing that you test the latest clubs so people don't waste there money
@loisbaron79604 жыл бұрын
I am a single digit golfer who uses a TaylorMade Burner Driver that is about a dozen years old!! I’ve put it to test against the best every year, and keep saving money! The stats tell the tale! ... great spin rate and distance. The only slight difference is in dispersion data. Before you put down $500 plus, get properly fitted by an honest fitter and bring your old driver with you. You might save yourself some well-earned dollars! He’s absolutely right! A lot of it is marketing!
@zachholmlund56684 жыл бұрын
i can't wait to "demo" these lol
@justinhughes56634 жыл бұрын
How did the demo go?
@joshthomas14374 жыл бұрын
TaylorMade has just recycled the m6 then?
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
😂
@adamfahey1084 жыл бұрын
M6 and F9 had babies lol
@greglucasbazinga4 жыл бұрын
I could be wrong, but it looks like there could be some similarities to the shape/tech of the f9.
@maness21124 жыл бұрын
Not really.
@Cornwall18884 жыл бұрын
Recycling since then m2 but changing the colour and moving carbon forward
@Spotofgardening3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ric, Can you do a similar video you did a few years ago comparing old to new. Would be great to see the numbers on this compared to say an R1, I could save myself a few pennies if the difference is negligible!
@thisiswhatyoutubedoes75054 жыл бұрын
To everyone saying it is a direct copy of the f9, did you not see the m6? I think it looks like a newer rendition of the m6 more so than an f9. Just my opinion. Still like the looks of the f9 more but let's be real, 90% percent of people dont even use the full potential of any new clubs. If you like the looks and it gets you on the course it's a winner in my book. Good luck this year and always love Rick's reviews.
@kristofferkvien80264 жыл бұрын
Ricks Shiels: it is pretty much the same driver. Taylormade SIM: Do not compare me to my father!
@MC-nb6jx4 жыл бұрын
Kristoffer Kvien .... I “am” you’re father 😉😉🤣🤣
@kristofferkvien80264 жыл бұрын
Your not my dad.
@MC-nb6jx4 жыл бұрын
Kristoffer Kvien .... Whoosh 😉😉🤣🤣
@WAN0N04 жыл бұрын
The price of M5/M6’s just went up!
@Rogue92644 жыл бұрын
I was sceptical at first on looks but top view the driver looks great. Great job Rick love the reviews keep up the awesome work 👍👍
@mauricewhalley36564 жыл бұрын
One of your best test session which showed all that the driver performance.
@CorekBleedingHollow4 жыл бұрын
"More speed" and adjustable weights are gimmicks
@liamminty71524 жыл бұрын
Corek BleedingHollow adjustable weights are gimmicks? Tell that to the best driver in the game, changed his weights multiple times last season.
@Seve0074 жыл бұрын
@@liamminty7152 Gary Woodland ?
@liamminty71524 жыл бұрын
Stephen Jackson clearly McIlroy.
@Seve0074 жыл бұрын
@@liamminty7152 You might want to check the stats
@liamminty71524 жыл бұрын
Stephen Jackson I have, Strokes Gained Off-the-Tee 2019 leader was McIlroy by a mile.
@donnydiaz95274 жыл бұрын
Looks like they took similarities from the cobra f9 drivers.🤔🤔🤔
@mattalbert15734 жыл бұрын
Glad to see a new video from you Rick, it's been a while and i needed my fix.
@erikjanssen44494 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this explanation. I often watch the videos of you and Chris Rayen. Unfortunately I have to listen very carefully because I am from the Netherlands. But I understand most of it
@wannabegolfin24-724 жыл бұрын
Everyone: We want cheaper costing drivers with great innovation Taylormade: wanna buy last seasons Cobra F9 for $200 more?
@anthonyparkinson58204 жыл бұрын
You nailed it!
@merkules20014 жыл бұрын
Just wait like 2 years. The price is just about right. Depreciation has finished.
@bentattersfield8874 жыл бұрын
Ha....i actually lolled out loud at that one 😂😂😂😂
@elliottperez6074 жыл бұрын
The taylormade rep mentioned it was “Speed In Motion” did they change?
@toddbrown59553 жыл бұрын
I just got the sim a month ago and I’ve driven 2 par 4s that I have to carry water. 1 was 320 and the other 310. I’ve gained ball speed and distance from the m1 I was hitting. It’s the best driver I’ve ever hit. And it’s so consistent
@mollermads4 жыл бұрын
Great honest review - I am not a fan of changing club often, but recently driver from a Titleist 905R to a new Cobra and absolutely love the big difference in performance, sound, feel and adjusting options. Thanks
@johnsneade29954 жыл бұрын
Looks like a silver Cobra f9 in the back
@RickShielsPGA4 жыл бұрын
Yeah
@jachconi4 жыл бұрын
I see you used the “Ping” tool. Did Taylormade not include one for your review? I’ll send you a TM tool and you send me the driver? DEAL?!!
@jharris91784 жыл бұрын
Ping and taylormade use the same generick pin design as 90% of the other manufacturers
@jachconi4 жыл бұрын
Jharris 91 I understand, and knew that. But still saw the irony.
@keano16554 жыл бұрын
I'm new to golf and love watching your videos... to see you hit a slazenger driver under 20 quid and hit a new sim driver more or less the same distance shows it's all about practise...
@robertharshaw52234 жыл бұрын
I actually hit the sim driver 10.5 degree and I love it I gained 15 yds and club head speed increased by 12 mph putting in the bag