BEST DRIVER 2021 RANKINGS BY A MERE MORTAL
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ค. 2024
- This mere mortal ranks the BEST DRIVER 2021. We have a look at all the 2021 new releases including (in alphabetical order) the Callaway Epic Speed, Cobra Radspeed, Mizuno STZ, PING G425, Taylormade SIM2 and Titleist TSi2 & 3. We also throw in the Srixon ZX5 from 2020. Find out what a 5.2 handicapper with average swing speeds ranks as best driver of the year.
Intro: 0:00
1:12 Criteria for Rankings
2:16 Drivers We Ranked
2:40 Testing Conditions
5:10 Best Looks, Feel & Sound
8:38 Best Performing Driver (STATS)
16:36 Best Driver for Accuracy
18:49 Most Forgiving Driver
20:43 Best Value Driver
24:13 Overall Driver Rankings
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PING G425: • MY HONEST TAKE - PING ...
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I think the ping g425 overall the best for me
Finally I’ve found the golf review channel I’ve been praying for someone to make. Honest working mans review ! Thank you 🙏
Thanks much, glad to have you here
BEST golf club review !!!!! Watched from beginning to end. Didn't even fast forward! Thanks for the great review.
I bought the Sim2 max and reshafted it and now have the accuracy. Great review
This is my 1st watch of any of your videos. Great information. Cant wait to watch more of your stuff!!
Really appreciate that. Thank you
once again, such a comprehensive review, top job gabe!
thanks so much...labor of love. I enjoyed trying them all out and hope it helps a few folks narrow down their choices a bit.
Great video! Really helpful and appreciated your thoughts. Really impressed with the performance of the Mizuno in this!
Great review of the 2021 drivers!!! I purchased the mizuno today after a fitting outperformed the sim & the ping for me. Would never have tried it without your review.
Wow, congrats!! Glad it helped you save a few bucks too
I really appreciate your effort - very solid and logical. I'm also leaning towards one of the Sim 2 models.
Thanks so much
Hey man, really enjoy the videos! Your genuine approach is awesome and starting to tune in immediately when I see a video drop! Your game and mine are very similar and it’s awesome to see videos tailored around my type of game etc. I also too went with the sim 2, but the max version to help with a little more accuracy.
Thanks so much Shannon. Appreciate that. Congrats on the new SIM 2! I'll pick mine up tomorrow.
Great video! Gotta be the best comparison videos for drivers I’ve ever seen. Well done!
Wow, thanks! Appreciate that.
Great information as always! Thanks for doing it so people have a good starting off point on what to look for in their own game.
Thanks Joel!
Great review! I was leaning Ping 425 prior to seeing this video but will now take a look at the Mizunk and then make a decision.
Awesome. Let me know what you come up with, would love to hear other’s experience.
Just purchased at Mizuno STZ.
It is a work of art.
Such a beautiful club to hit.
Thank you for the review.
Playing the Mizuno ST 200 and I love it so I am not surprised by the results. Great review!
Nice! Thanks I appreciate it.
Great review and I agree that individual swing characteristics make such a big difference. I am a 12 handicap and got fitted recently for the first time and had a chance to swing every one of these same drivers. I averaged about 103 mph but due to my swing path and launch angle, after numerous shaft changes, the Callaway Epic Max was def the best for me; total distance only a couple yards behind the Taylormade Sim2 but dispersion, forgiveness and carry significantly better. Like you said differerent results for each person.
And the good news is there are no bad clubs this year. Glad you found one that works for you. Congrats
Bravo Mizuno👏 last year I got the Ping G410 and absolutely love it so not looking for drivers this year but love to hear whats up and coming and I'm impressed with what I see, great review!
That 410 is solid. Great choice.
Great Video! Very thorough and informative, not many people have access to try all these drivers in the manner that you have. So this gives people a great starting point for what they’re looking for, for their game. Great Job! Also to mention, I like that your swing speed isn’t 115 because the average golfer swings between 95-100. I/we watch other videos of basically tour swing speed players and for the average player none of their feedback is helpful in finding what’s best for the average player. I personally play a Ping G425 SFT 10.5° Aldila Rogue white 60g stiff, it is for me the most accurate driver I’ve ever hit, love it.. and just to add fyi, I play Cobra Radspeed irons, love those as well.
I just found your channel and after watching your review, I had to subscribe. I loved your presentation and insights with the testing. I have picked up the mizuno st a few times at my pro shop and loved the way it looked, but never hit it. I currently game the ping g400 and was considering purchasing the ping 425. After watching this review, I need to test those two head to head. Again thank you for an honest review. I look forward to going back through your previous videos because of the way you present and your insights.
Thanks
Tim
Hey Tim, thanks so much for the kind words. I'm glad the videos are helping. Good luck on the club hunt!
Great review for an average golfer like most of us watching. I watch it he others but they are pros who don’t play like me hahaha. I also purchased the Sim2 because I tested most of the others on your list and chose the Sim based on actual numbers. It was the most consistent speed,111-113 with a consistent 2400 or so spin with a carry of over 280! The others didn’t compare at all! They even slowed the speed and the spin was crazy! It’s the sim for the win! Good job brother! Keep up the videos!
Awesome congrats on finding a winner!
I was just fitted for the Epic Max LS. For me it wasn't the longest I tried but it had the lowest spin which helped in total distance and it had the best launch angle. Best of all for me is that it was the most accurate. Also for my swing it offered the best stock shaft option for my swing(Mitsubishi MMT 70 X). Love your content. I can't believe you don't have more subscribers.
Yes I was def impressed with the accuracy of the Epic. Congrats on your new weapon. Those Mitsubishi shafts are very nice indeed.
Nice job on the review. You've given me a great place to start my search to upgrade the driver this year. Presently hit a Taylormade so it'll be interesting testing out clubs.
Nice. What model TM are you currently swinging?
The STZ is also the most budget friendly! Definitely considering grabbing one. Thanks for this!
It sure is. Lot to love about the STZ & STX.
Thanks for a very honest, and comprehensive review. I was going for the Ping, but now looking seriously at the Mizuno. This was definitely, the best video I've seen that separates the wheat from the chaff...thanks..
Awesome, thank you. I’m happy to hear it was helpful. Let us know what you go with
same view, thanks for your very interesting review
The working mans golfer! Love the review and video thank you
Haha, might need to change the channel name!
Just purchased the SIM2 Max. 12 Handicap. 69y.o. with 80 mph swing speed. Hit this driver the best over Callaway & Tour Edge by 10+ yds! Accurate, too! Great review! Thanks!
Big congrats!🍾
Really enjoyed your approach in this video. Very down-to-earth and helpful.
Many thanks.
Great review, thank you for this! Like your style to give the review and it gave me some good insights as well.
Keep up the good work!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the kind words.
Subscribed. Great video, super production quality. Still gaming my Ping G400 but this has given food for thought.
Much appreciated!
Just ordered a mizuno stx and pretty excited to received it after this review !
First time I've seen a review from you. Thanks, really enjoyed it. Ping for me when golf re-opens in Ireland.
That’s a great choice. I hope you guys can get back open soon
You put a lot in and your viewers get a lot out of your videos. Up with the very best and highly informative.
Walter, I really appreciate the kind words. Hope it helps a few out there. What clubs are you considering?
@@LetsPlayThru definitely the Sim 2 driver, Sim 2 irons/apex DCB irons and sim2 or Ping 425 max 3wood
@@walterwinstanley8502 Nice! I went with the ping G425 3 wood as well
Superb review very helpful, going for a fitting tomorrow!
Alot of effort you put in. Thanks man
I thought for sure you would have picked the Sim 2 #1 overall. That Mizuno thou! I was suprized to hear that it had the best value. Love the classic look of it with that carbon fiber! This Mizuno for me is the best looking one of the bunch. May put this one on my list of drivers to try out when I decide to upgrade. Great review of all these bad ass drivers!
Good twist, eh? 🙃 Gotta keep everyone on their toes, haha. Def recommend checking it out. So solid.
Great review. You are the 2nd person that raved about the Mizuno
Many thanks 🙏
Great honest review 👍. Looking for a new driver this year. Will definitely help as a starting point. Yay Mizuno!!! 😃
Really enjoyed your review! Thanks for all the hard work!
Thanks so much 🙏
Just have to say what a brilliant driver. So refreshing to have someone who doesn’t smash the driver 300yds, reviewing drivers. I’m going to have a driver fitting, as soon as I’m able, and this has definitely food for thought. Thank you so much!
Thanks for the kind words. Good luck in the fitting!
Well done and thanks for the chapter marks.
Very good review with your personal comments
Awesome and thank you !! Amazing in that I was “hopeful” for a great review for Mizuno driver as I hit some older jpx850 irons. I love my irons and thought ; “I wonder how their drivers are”.?? Thank you as I’ll look to upgrade my irons with the new jpx graphite irons (in steel now) and this new beautiful Mizuno driver !! I’m excited ; thank you!!
I've just replaced my Taylormade M6 irons with some graphite shafted Mizuno JPX 921 Hot Metal irons and the difference is night and day - at least for me. I love them and as a result am now contemplating a Mizuno driver (I'll never part with my M6 3 wood, that's just too good)
I just discovered your channel, great video and I of course subscribed right away. I started playing golf last year, and so far I have focused on using my (Mizuno) irons, and haven’t purchased a driver yet. I think now is the time to get started on training with a driver, and I believe your video helped me make a decision. I will definitly have to try that wonderful ST-z out 🙂
Awesome, great to have you here. Thanks and good luck with the hunt
Great review, thank you LPT!
Nice review, quick and efficient. Good for me because my clubhead speed is similar to yours and at age 68 this helps. I would have liked to hear your comments on dispersion and cost of each club but thats the only issue I would have with your review. Thank you!
Thanks. Both those should be covered toward the middle/end.
Great reviews. I just bought a used Mizuno for $138 delivered.
Great video, thank you!!! I’m surprised you have a 5 handicap…your short game is so good👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Paul, it's what saves me out there for sure
Great video. Fun and informative. I might add a catagory should be uniqueness. I'm a Mizuno guy, not only due to the " Nothing feels like a Mizuno " mantra, but I love that very few in my circle or the masses play with Mizuno's. In both irons and drivers. So let's keep it this way I like being the only one!!
Yes don’t let the secret out 😃
A really Good job herr.I think you är spot in with your choices.
THE stz gives me Greta confidence behind THE club
Thanks
Right on!
Thanks for the reviews. We appear to have similar games. I'm 62 and balancing between distance and accuracy. This very timely for me and I'm considering most of the drivers tested. The Mizuno was a surprise even though I play their irons. Getting fitted in late March. Will let you know. Thanks
Yes surprise for me too. I didn’t like last years model much. This year it’s outstanding
Just got a Ping G410 driver love your video. Mizuno has really upped there games cant wait for the irons
Excellent, congrats!
What shaft were you using?
Very good reviewer , nice to see a more realistic golfer instead of the pro reviews you normally see . It's well worth getting custom fit if your watching any driver video though as my recent fit I found the SIM 2 to be awful and TSI 2 was miles better for me , with ping and mizuno in the middle area .
Great review, my son just broke my Matrix Xcon 7 shaft on my Mizuno MX500 (circa 2005) and so I just started researching and am happy to see a legit Mizuno contender. At that price, I'll have to get one, my dilemma will now be what to replace the Matrix with.....that was a long combo and is why it was in my bag for so long! Thanks again!
Happy to help!
Great review. Love Mizuno stuff.
Thanks for watching, much appreciated
I bought the STZ today-look out course, I’m coming to conquer! Thanks for sharing and doing all of the work you’ve done!
Hey big congrats 🍾
So what did you think of it?
@@conalsands4748 it has been a fantastic driver!
@@virtuestreams2616 cool did you get the shaft with it or upgraded one,?
@@conalsands4748 the shaft is an EvenFlow.Riptide CB CDS 50
great video, its great to see a regular guy review. I'm a 15 hcp league player using a TM M6 DRIVER, EPIC FLASH 3 WOOD, AND COBRA forged tech irons. so I'm not brand loyal either, I play whatever suits my game. I generally drive from 275-290 on good hits, forgiveness is what I need so I might try out the ping or sim 2 thanks for a great review.
Yes PING is prob best choice for forgiveness, SIM 2 MAX also a good bet.
That was a solid review. Like it.. subscribed pal.
Many thanks 🙏
Great review... 👍...Yeah I would take the forgiveness and distance Sim2 any given day on the course. More distance ans forgiveness helps your game a lot.
It’s so nice that mishits still fly. Really like that about the Sim2
so how do you like the Sim 2 irons?
@@George-on3zm game changer...it's what I've been looking for. It's very light head go well with my 70X shaft. Longer than my M5 and the miss hit are forgiving. If hit right on the center it goes even further... 👍 it's worth it.
Mizuno is really uping their game... I moved from Ping irons for years to the Mizuno JPX919 forged irons last year and they are the best feeling and performing irons I’ve ever hit (handicap is 8.7). I recently was fitted for a new driver and 3Metal and looked at Mizuno driver and 3Metal extensively but decided on the Taylor Made Sim2 driver because of the distance. However, I am struggling on accuracy with the Sim2... can’t be my swing has to be the club 😉. For the 3Metal I went with Ping again in 2021 which I’ve used for years... their 3Metal is tops. But for those seriously looking at Mizuno beyond their buttery feeling irons they are a real player in the Driver and 3Metal areas.
Great comparison of the seven clubs... well done.
I appreciate you so much…..great video
Glad to hear about the ST. I game the ST180 and I love it. I’ll def take at the latest one. Bag for the buck!
Yeah i was blown away. Value is there
Solid rankings!! The Miznuo STZ and STX are dollar for dollar the best driver out right now.
Yes I think value wise they are def on top
Thank you for the reviews and for enlightening me to choose the Mizuno STX which for my swing blew all the others out of the water although I also liked the Cobra rad speed XD... The pro that fit me without telling me beforehand was also glad I chose it based on the sound of contact alone and also the smash Factor it produced maxing out at 1.51. for me this club has it all... comfort distance forgiveness accuracy price is a bonus thank you again...
Congrats on the new STX! I’m so glad to hear you found something you love.
What sort of carry distance do you get?
This was a really great review!
Thanks so much
I was in the market for new woods and tried everyone you reviewed over the space of 3 to 4 months. I also tried each one at least a couple of times. The brand that best suited me by a whopping mile was the Srixon, I hit the ball much straighter and longer. I love the look, sound and feel so I decided to buy the driver, fairway, 3 and 4 hybrid and love them. My local pro said do not go for the brand that is the most popular, most expensive or the one that spends the most on marketing to promote their brand. Try each one for a full 18 holes at least a couple of times, the one that best suits you will stand out. I cannot thank him enough because they are perfect for me and cost at least $1000 cheaper than the most expensive one. He also said the technology is the same across each brand and there is not a bad one out there these days. He said the likes of TaylorMade, Ping, Callaway etc spend billions on marking and paying pro’s to use them and that is why they cost a lot more than the likes of Srixon. So I believe you, the end user is the best judge.
awesome honest review Thanks
I have a Mizuno ST 190 and love it . Was wondering if the new STZ would fit on the shaft of my 190. Great content by the way!
Thank you for the nice review. Mizuno it is!
It feels good to have a reviewer with similar swing speed.
Awesome, thank you
Nice review, thanks
I like your approach.
Great video and not surprised Mizuno now making great woods and no up charge for graphite shafts or other shaft specs.
As a senior and high handicapper and looking at price here in the UK would look at Mizuno and Cobra. Will also look at Cleveland and Wilson.
That value prop is a big one indeed. It tipped the scales for me.
Thanks for the review. Looking to purchase the new Sim 2 driver
Congrats. I can't imagine you'll be disappointed. I pick mine up tomorrow.
Really good review. I’ll try the SIM2 and ST-Z.
thanks, let us know what you go with
Got fitted for Mizuno Hot Metal Pro's, last year, and just love them. I have always played TaylorMade drivers (and irons), but I am now excited to test drive the Mizuno driver. I also have a Mizuno Clk 4 hybrid (22 degrees) and the ball just flies off it when I make good contact (caveat there). It sends the ball the same distance as my old 19 degree Taylormade 3 hybrid. This may not be fair to the Taylormade, as my Mizuno is newer technology. I'm now considering getting a Mizuno 19 degree, but then it would probably render my 5 wood useless, as I suspect it might hit as far as that one. Thanks for the informative video.
very good job, another mortal here!
This is the first guy I've come across as "down to earth" on his reviews. Seems honest .......but like everyone else, my opinions differ. Glad to see Mizuno make gains in their woods.....
Appreciate that, thanks
TaylorMade came to my club last week and I got fitted for the SIM2,
Fantastic fitting experience and my club pro matches online prices, so I got the SIM2 for £399 as opposed to £499 here in the UK
Finally putting my Ping G25 to bed!
Super excited, but man the wait is 6 weeks!
Oh sweet deal!! Congrats. Yes everything with all the club manufacturers seems way behind. I know it’ll be worth the wait though.
Because of you Mizuno drivers for 2022 are over $500!!! Hahaha!! Got me a STz bnew for $280!! Best driver I’ve ever owned. Thank you !!
Great review, thanks...
Very interesting, thanks. I just did a driver fitting the other day. I expected that I would end up with the Taylor Made or the Callaway (I'm replacing the Epic Flash Sub Zero). My swing speed is roughly the same as yours (94-95) and same handicap range (4.9 index). At the end of the day, I was 1) exhausted, 2) shocked and 3) very happy to end up with the Tour Edge C721 being #1 on the list. It outperformed every other driver I tested. I've tried Tour Edge drivers in the past, but this one is miles ahead of anything they've produced before. Definitely give it a try.
Interesting. I will see if I can get my hands on one to test. Sounds like you did it the right way, by giving everything a fair shot
I just ordered mine today. I tested drivers with different shafts. The Fuji Venus red regular shaft 10.5 degrees was the clear winner in the Tour Edge C 721.
By the way I'm a 4-5 handicap.
Thanks man that confirms it for me got a club fitting 15th this month my swing speed 96 mph 5ft 6 play off 7 handicap 3months ago was 4.8 but had clubs stolen so played with 2nd hand set er no hence club fitting so hopefully be back down to 4.8 or better keep up the good work 👍
Sorry to hear about the theft. That’s not cool. Hopefully you found the right club.
Yea looking at taylormade sim2 irons so fingers crossed will let you know how it works out 👍
Good review. Thanks.
My pleasure, thanks for checking it out.
One of the most digestible and easy to understand breakdowns
Great review Sir
Thanks you
Happy to help
Awesome review.....I'm at the TM Sim Max, Thanks
Nice 👍 Thanks so much.
I just ordered a Mizuno ST-X driver. It’ll be here next Wednesday. I’m so excited
Oh you are going to love it I think!
Just saw this!!!! Hopefully it’s the same with women’s Drivers!
Was leaning on the Cobra but may need to check the Mizuno’s
Nice Castlerock pullover, I played there a few years ago, my friend hit a shot from the heavy rough, it popped up, travelled 1 yard and the 3 of us playing could not find it. Harsh place 🤣
Oh yeah that stuff is THICK!!!
Great review. Best part of it is if you shut your eyes and just listen to it, it's almost like Seth Rogan is reviewing golf clubs
I hope that’s a good thing 😂
Failed to mention first time seeing your stuff but great presentation 👍
Appreciate it, thank you
I never leave a comment in TH-cam, but I have to give you the credit for your quality test!
Hey thanks I appreciate you taking the time to leave a note
Enjoyed!!
I enjoyed your reveiw. Will you be doing one for the Ping G425 LST?
Really appreciate... really help me because swing speed almost same with me... Thank you so much
Glad it helps Heru. Good luck!
Awesome Stuff!
Great reviews although I would like to have seen the PXG 0311 gen 4 in there too
I went with a SIM2 Max but I too was shocked in the best possible way by the Mizuno and the Srixon ZX7 which joins the party late
Nice honest review.
Your swing better approximates to the average golfer.
My swing speed has dropped in the last 10 years from 113 to 102-104.
I was already thinking my choices lie between the Ping, Mizuno and TaylorMade Sim2
Glad you included the dispersal data.
Golf clubs and courses closed at the moment here. Can’t wait to get testing.
Thanks so much. I did do a head-to-head on-course battle last week with Mizuno and Taylormade. It will give you a little bit more insight onto how they perform in real world conditions & strengths and weaknesses of each. Thanks for checking out the channel.
I love the “average schmo” review! I’ve got a 2017 M1 that Peter Finch just beat his new Sim2 in a test... I can’t get past 255-260 on a perfect swing.
It can be frustrating right? Especially watching the guys on tour on the weekends. Maybe someday 🤞
Watch Paul Wilson and Shawn Clement and you’ll hit over 300 easy