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In this video PGA Golf Professional Rick Shiels puts the Callaway Golf EDGE golf clubs to the test on the golf course and compares the driver to the brand new Callaway Mavrik driver.
You have probably heard of the TaylorMade Golf SIM driver, the Titleist Golf TS1 driver, the Titleist Golf Pro V1, the Cobra Golf SZ driver but have you ever heard of the Callaway Golf EDGE package set?
You won't see any golfers on The European Tour or The PGA Tour using the Callaway EDGE golf clubs. However in this video you will find out how good they actually are considering they are so much cheaper than other clubs on the market.
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What was the store
@@stanpeirson7638 Costco
Jackson Conn cheers
500 pounds? And he lifted that box that Easy?! He’s a monster...
lmao this joke is so stupid and I love it
@@-mais nah its the best joke around
Hehe
Lol, dad is that you?😂
@Gabriel Reisinger It's not funny if you have to explain it.
Me: Barely enough time to tee off before someone comes behind me
Rick: Unboxes an entire set of clubs on the tee box
rockyfan1011 oops lmao
In the winter courses are empty, loads of time.
I normally downvote all of these self conversations out of principle, but this one was so true!
hahaha facts. Then shank the first one in the rough. Lose that ball. Hit a provisional then top the 3rd shot
He was on the edge of one of the practice areas at Worsley Park, so he wasn't holding anyone up
In February of 2020 I stumbled across a used (like new) set being sold on the Callaway website of their Edge club set. I took a chance and purchased them to replace my older Big Bertha clubs. Upon arrival the clubs appeared not to be "like new" but seemed to be entirely new! I played with them about twice a week since that time and they have worked very well for me until this past week when my driver head started to separate and was unusable. I was disappointed but discovered that there was a 12 month warranty on these used clubs. I called Callaway today but learned they had no Edge drivers available to replace my broken stick. However, Callaway impressed me again by agreeing to replace the driver with a "good" condition Epic Flash Sub Zero driver that, when new, cost more than my entire Edge set. Their customer support and service have made me a Callaway guy for life!
Very similar experience with calaway when I broke my rouge driver about a month ago they replaced it with the new rouge st seeing how they didn’t have my driver to replace hands down some of the best costumer service out
That's how customer service should be, all other companies should take note.... Fantastic result well done pal 👌🏽
I love when companies are like this
Wow if they replaced something broken for free or even 40.00s I would be happy. Customer service is dead an that is incredible to hear this.
It’s actually brilliant marketing. Lots of people want to pick up a cheap set to start with, like for a first golf tournament. This gets you into the Callaway ecosystem. Not everyone but some will either slowly upgrade to their more expensive clubs or will replace the entire set with more expensive ones. Plus selling them at the big C takes some of the the fear of going to a golf shop when in your mind you think you suck and don’t belong there.
I've been using this set for about 6 months and I love them. Perfect for me (weekend golfer) who just wanted a solid modern set of clubs.
Do you know what size the superstroke grip is? Eg. 1.0 etc?
@@jamesdawes6341 3.0
What is the shop where he got them from?
@@GreenNgold7 Costco
@@iamwantz really? I keep looking and they are not even listed. What did you search
Group waiting on #1: "Is the fooking guy really unboxing this here?"
Hahaha :+)
Lol oh shit you made me laugh out loud! Lol just 2 carts with 4 guys sitting there like what the fuck!!??
He probably takes the first hours worth of tee times when they open so he's not rushed.
Lmao
Unboxing this ‘ere*
I bought this set on a whim 2 years ago. This was one of my biggest impulse buys, I couldn't find a single review on them once I got them home. I was worried lol. But 2 years later of playing once a week, I have no complaints and no plans to upgrade.
Charles McBride i did same as you 18 months ago. Been playing with them ever since. Never had a problem with them. They do a good job
Very good investment for both of you
Charles McBride same😂😂
Noah Elliott how you finding them?
I was looking at these OVER AND OVER again. Nobody told me to go get them or try them... EVERYEONE insisted that I go buy a set etc... I eventually WON a free set of Titleist AP1 full irons at a golf outing. However, if I saw this last year... I would have bought them asap....
It's almost as if golf clubs are overpriced...
Almost? 🤣
You think this is overpriced look up the newest drivers from any company..
Jarek07 he means all other clubs are over priced
I mean, you can get last year's clubs brand new for around that price off season, so maybe?
What far worse is the snake oil bull crap golf retail stores and manufactures spew to buy the latest and greatest
My lovely wife bought me this years Callaway Edge 10pc set for Father's Day. After nearly two decades since I last swung a golf club, I took this set to the driving range and course and they were amazing! So much value in this set for the casual golfer. @Rick - I'm watching this video from over a year and a half ago and I would say this review still holds true today. With the pandemic, golf clubs have been hard to come by at a reasonable price.
Rick: "I'm gonna take 5 shots, see If I can get a hole in one
Me and my 3 buddies 12 beers in on a par 3: "Alright guys we're swinging until we hit the green"
Facts my dude
Real talk
Dylan Thomas same
Shit fucking yes!!!
Exactly right 😂
We need a pro tournament where everybody is playing a set of clubs like this
Stock golf series
Like the IROC races, every player plays the same retail set of clubs, same ball.
That would be fun, lol
that's honestly a good idea. or a Tin Cup golf tournament where every player has to use a 7 iron on every shot
Reminds me of the old plastic ball only bowling tournaments.
Dear Rick, 2 years ago...as a "new to the game" player...I had a 2nd hand, mixed bag. Just starting to enjoy the game, but frustrated with the clubs I had. I watched this video and bought the Edge set..and the bag. Thanks so much for the review. I am currently fighting for "par golfer" ..and honestly only a stroke(or few..) from that. These clubs are forgiving, and encourage new players like myself. Best purchase I've made. Thanks again!
lol you are not scratch after 2 years
@@Supermoneygang12 I think that's the joke...
@@Frostychild11 this is an entirely sincere comment
This is how we get young people into golf-make some quality and affordable clubs!
Selfishly I want less people in golf. Better tee times and faster play.
Tucson Jim there needs to be a real solution. I walked off two courses last year because it was taking 30 minutes to play a hole. The new rules do nothing to help the regular golfer.
Never understood why people want to play Golf so quickly...for me part of playing golf is being with my buddies who I don't get to see often, have a couple brews on a nice Sunday.. then maybe catch the game...I mean really WHAT IS THE RUSH...I don't want to go back home, my kids are a pain in the ass..I'd play a 4 HR round if I could..
As a younger golfer (20 y/o) I can confidently say that young golfers want the newest and the most expensive clubs haha. Its not so much the performance, but the bragging rights of “oh look at my $500 driver” when ur playing a highschool/ college match.
@@djp3525 The new rules, such as leaving the flagstick in the cup, are ridiculous and really have done little to speed up the game on the local munis.
So you’re telling me it’s the golfer not the golf clubs
say it isn't so. what the hell did i take out a new mortgage for then.
It's always the archer and not the arrow.
@@aaronmcleod594 Debatable... If you've cut it in half or lost a few feathers.
It really is a catch 22 50/50 type thing. Put expensive clubs in a casual players hands and they will probably shoot worse than they do with their Strata's or whatever cheaper club set they own. Now, put a set of Strata's in a Tour pro's hands, he will be able to play well but nowhere near as well as he would have played with his personal set of clubs. So, it is the clubs and not the player? Or is it the player and not the clubs? Answer is, it's a 50/50 mix of both.
Depends on if you a pro or if you an average joe....
I can't think of anything that would grow the game better than simplifying smart affordable sets of golf clubs for people to just buy and go play. Not cheap, just essential quality sets. I love the utility and simplicity of this set!
Hi Rick I recently got back into golf after many years. My son (12yo) wanted to play and we’ve had a great summer at local course. Your videos have been fantastic - especially the series of 5 on swing basics. They made a huge difference. I just bought a set of Calloway edge clubs on your recommendation. Wow - they are amazing and have given me better shots and more confidence. In a year I suspect they’ll pay for themselves in lost balls avoided! Thanks again for all the great videos. Your channel is superb and you’re a natural at this TH-cam business. Happy golfing snd thanks again. All the best.
Stop by my local Costco today and there are absolutely no clubs available. Ordering them online through their website and they will provide options for stiff shafts.
You’re the man Rick thank you.
Steven Aguilera not seeing where the offer the options, it just says regular shaft on all of them on the Costco website
The fact that he doesn't just dismiss the cheap clubs and gives them a chance is great, even if they are for people just getting started they don't seem too bad
Cheap? Shit I play with a $200 top flite set I bought 10 years ago lol 😆😂🤣
@@user-rk8zw1hb2c top flite makes golf clubs?! 😂
@@Villle89 not anymore
For the weekend warrior they are perfect.
@@monkeyballs512 they still make clubs. I’m thinking of buying some soon
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Watching this a second time; Callaway must have the left and right hands doing separate things! How can they justify the Mavriks prices and then flog the edges? At a 1/4 of the prices. Madness
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I didn’t win these unfortunately Rick! But I’ve saved up and I’m getting my self some tomorrow! Thanks for the great review!
Not been to range yet!
Where did you get them at?
@@ianrobinson892 Costco
@@Jbooth96 How are they?
@@Star-fk7py good for the money! Putter is class, driver goes a bit high but you expect that, irons are solid
I bought this exact set, about 8 months ago and have been very pleased. I couldn’t justify getting fitted and spending thousands just to get started, as I haven’t played golf in over 8 years prior to buying this set. I might get a new driver in the future and or a different putter but I definitely don’t need to. This set allowed me to focus and on my technique and striking consistency taking out the guess work of draw versus fade versus etc etc. Sir thank you for doing this video! It confirmed exactly what I wanted to know!
I agree that if its the difference between buying clubs and starting to golf or not it is an absolute amazing offer and great set of starter clubs. That being said if you can afford it getting fitted is the single most important thing a beginner or novice level golfer can do. A good club fitting will help out a new golfer far more than it will a pro or scratch golfer as the pros can adjust their swing to whatever they are using. Whereas the novice golfer will gain loads from a club that has been fitted to their swing. Not to mention using a club that does not fit your swing can cause loads of headaches on the course. Where as being fitted snd using a club that suites you could potentially save a handful of strokes each round. And when starting out or if you have not been golfing long. A handful of strokes in a round is a huuuuuuge deal. And last but not least getting fitted and using clubs that suit your swing will allow you to gain confidence and become a far more consistent golfer much sooner than trying;g to adjust your swing to something that doesn’t necessarily fit you perfectly and will cause you to create bad habits in your swing that may become very hard to get rid of in the future because your trying to compensate. However that being said again i agree these clubs are great and if they work for you or anyone else then that is absolutely great. All im trying to say is don’t underestimate the value of a good club fitting.
Should have picked up some kirkland signature balls while youre at the "mystery" store
Frank Wang lol!!! I almost bought these once instead spent 1000 bucks for ping g700s! And still had to buy driver, hybrids, putter etc! But I did try the Kirkland balls so I saved big bucks there!
Frank Wang I did !
Rumour is they are pro v 1s .?
Frank Wang what store is it please tell me
@@SuperGolfer56 they are
I’ve got this set already and been playing with them for 18 months. So glad you’ve finally reviewed them. They’ve been a really good set for me and still going strong Rick
Same here!
These where my first clubs . Perfect starter set . I’ve used them for three seasons now and I’ve only just recently replaced the irons and the big stick . I use the 3 wood religiously . I hit it perfectly straight and about 260 every time . For course management I rarely bring out the big stick , that’s how true the 3 hits
I hit that 3 consistently every time. Completely agree with the course management. No need for the big stick. Incredible starter set
When y'all say big stick your talking about the driver, yeah?
@@brandonenke2680 yup
You had to replace your clubs after three years? What happened to them?
It seems that most people on here are arguing "new tech v old tech" and while certainly that plays a large part of the cost difference, you also have to take into account the sheer buying power of the mystery shop. When the mystery shop approaches a manufacture and asks them to produce a run of say 50,000 sets of a 2 year old design with a new name, the manufacture will cut their margins to the bone, hence, low prices.
For the average, beginner to intermediate golfer, that is a decent set for the price. Agreed.
wondering if these would get me back into golf, which I am about do after over two years of being
incapacitated with leg problems, still keep the show going Rick spent hours watching
Was just thinking that, I'v been off the course for a few years myself and had to get rid of my clubs. I like the Callaway brand. Interesting..
I’m a bit late to the party but yeah I played golf when I was younger and I haven’t touched a club in maybe 7/8 years and I want to get back into it but I just don’t know if I can still play 🤔
I've been golfing for 3 years now. Had these now for 2 years. I came from a mixed bag of free clubs from 1999 like a lot of others here. When I got these, my best round was a 116 with the old clubs and my first time out with these I shot a 108 and now I am shooting a 93 best. As a beginner, having a modern set of clubs designed to compliment one another really increased my shot consistency instantly. I highly suggest buying a wedge set to go with the Edge set. I got the lazrus 3 wedge set for 117 dollars from amazon and having more than a 56 degree is extremely helpful. I also ended up putting a ping 4 iron in my bag because I was hitting the 5 hybrid so much further than the 6 iron and it ended up being a nice in between. I can only think of 3 'faults' with the set but being a budget beginners set, they don't take away from the actual clubs. The grips aren't very great. They get the job done but they don't feel amazing and the tape they use in the grooves for the design will start to peel off after taking them out 3 times. The bottom of the driver gets scratched really easily. I have so many white lines under my driver from the tee's rubbing against it. I can't clean them off for the life of me. The set comes with a 56 degree SW and I think its awful! It's so chunky and big and round on the sole that it is very difficult to get into the grass and under the ball. A lot of bouncing off the ground and sculling. Even my seasoned friends were having issues with it so that is how I ended up with a wedge set and will never look back.
I've watched this video loads of times, and today I finally got the set. Was insanely surprised to see them in my local costco, cannot wait to try them out.
I got some about 2 years ago. And I really like them
The clubs Rick bought are the old X2 hot lineup with a different Callaway plastic insert that is labeled Edge. Great clubs, got them at Costco as my starter set.
My dad purchased these clubs from Costco in the US and he has had nothing but great things to say about them. I got him a Callaway Rogue for his birthday and he never touches it because he prefers the driver that came with the set. Callaway also owns Top Flite, and when my car got stolen last year, I picked up a $250 set in a pinch. I actually ended up liking the clubs more than I ever thought I would, the quality wasn't nearly as bad as people say.
Went to Costco to get the 2021 versions and they had quite a few in stock! So glad I did as they are a peach to play with! The bag has doubled in price too but it’s still a good quality piece! Really enjoying playing with them!
I got a set also a few days ago but all they had was the stiff flex I might need the reg flex
The extra cost on new tech is usually to cover R&D (wages cost more than production), and help fund the next round of R&D. So i would suggest that the EDGE clubs use older tech with no left over R&D costs, also all the research they already do on what players want in their bag means cost for putting this set together is very minimal, mostly just production.
Warwick Smith I had a set of callaway x2 hot irons and hybrid and they look identical to the irons and hybrid in this set
Exactly. These clubs are just the trailing technology that they still have tooling for. They won't stop producing them until it costs Calloway more to make than sell.
I bought these clubs a month ago based on this review and demo and can absolutely agree that the performance for the price you pay is great. The clubs are forgiving, easy to hit and look more expensive than they are. Costco online keep stock usually you just have to keep looking every few days because they sell out as fast as they get them.
Hi mate, was that on the UK site? Been trying to get my hands on these for a while but no luck online or in store. Cheers
It was on the US Costco site and amazon has them for about $720 right now too
@@el9107 cheers mate, trying to bag these in the UK however I'm not entirely sure if or when they'll be restocked in Costco over here.
Alex Vaughan I just checked the UK Costco and they are in stock right handed literally now
@@el9107 think that could the graphite shaft set mate, after steel shafts
I didn’t know Costco was in the UK. Have seen these clubs at Costco in the USA and have always been curious about how they were. Thanks for the video Rick!
I’ve been using this set for over a year now golfing very regularly and I can confirm that this set is worth every penny
Where did you get it?
Yes I was going to ask the same!
I just bought this set yesterday at Costco. Can't wait to try them out tomorrow.
@@nowellrodriguez9412 how much are they now?
They were $500.
I got started with a MacGregor box set, matching white shoes and glove from Super Kmart, with my employee discount in 1996. You know, 16 year old high school student, part-time job, produce department.
I got my first set, a box set of McGregor's with woods that had a kind of red hue to them, from K Mart in 1978. Maybe $120?
MacGregor made that absolute best putters back then. I was a surgeon with the $20 blade they made.
Rick, LOVE your channel (Never miss it) and really loved this video. I just purchased a complete "Box" set of Tour Edge Hot Launch -3's, that came with Driver, 3 and 5 woods, 4 and 5 Hybrid, 6 iron thru SW a bag and putter, and I absolutely love them. They were $799.99 US (£607), so easy to hit, and I now play with confidence again. Keep sending the love to us "financially challenged" golfers, by showing "Bang for your buck" clubs, for those of us who can't afford the latest greatest £500+ drivers. (Love the used club challenges as well)
I curious about this set for my daughter. After watching this review - I'M BLOWN AWAY!!!
Bought these at the beginning of the pandemic as my first set of clubs. Decided to learn golf to make the year interesting. The set has been great as I progress from an extreme beginner to a somewhat component beginner. Drivers probably the weakest point of the set and I was still able to smash over 300 yard drives with it at the range. (I know not the skill to focus on to learn, but God it's fun at the end of a session).
Where was the store where you got them?
There’s nothing wrong with learning to drive the ball well.
Thank you for always being incredibly honest and not being just like every “joe blow” decency is the key and you’ve got it. 🙏🙏🙏
The irons are identical to the Callaway X2 hot irons from a couple years ago.
Yes, and they still have a 10 piece set on clubhousegolf.co.uk for about 600 pund
They blow them out at big box stores/online , green grass/pro-shops can’t even get them close to those prices
I’ve spent way too much time looking at that set while my wife is off buying a lifetime supply of paper towels and toilet paper. Nice to see you testing them out. Great vid.
just grab em. It's always hilarious guys seem to have to give up the fun stuff because of marriage haha
@@thenickfoxx I’ve already got golf clubs. Better golf clubs. Plus, I get to have sex all the time with a hot nurse…my wife. +1 for marriage
@@johntyson What golf clubs do you use currently?
@@kronik658 Cobra SZ, but I recently scored a basically unused set of old Taylormade Burners that I’ve been using.
@@johntyson My dad uses a 2009 Taylor Made Burner Driver and tbh I like the Driver from the Edge set more. I'm not very good though so that probably impacts it, the Edge Driver is a lot more forgiving I found.
Great set for someone who likes to be out on the course on the weekends with the boys, or perfect for someone who is still unsure about committing fully to golf.
Dude, you just sold hundreds of these sets for them. Great, great video!
I’ve got $2500 easily in my bag. SMH.
And probably not ONE of 'em is regular shaft...?
No one asked
Well! I have been watching your videos for little over a month now. I ordered this Exact set a week ago and I just received them this morning. 😊 I am very excited to get myself into the game. I may or may not have been driving my wife crazy talking about Golf. Haha. This Saturday I hit the Driving Range for the first time ever. 😊👍 Thank you for the videos and your contagious passion for the Sport. 🔥🔥🔥
well howd the driving range ho
Oh man, I love that you do this, I love that you question the ways of big corp (no matter what brand/product). I am also facinated with how come they can charge so much more, for the advertized and constantly brand new products, it is amazing and eye opening, convincing me further in the belief that everything is a ”simple” marketing competition. Cincerley, thank you, and keepnit up.
I read a story awhile ago where a club rep said that about 1/3 of the cost of top level clubs is to cover the loss from paying tour pros to play and promote them. He did it anonymously, of course.
Haven't played for 20 years, looking to get back into it. Spent ages looking for affordable clubs that aren't complete trash and glad I finally stumbled across this video. Just ordered online, I guess I'll see how they go shortly.
Brilliant review. No bias. Genuine.
If I hadn't just bought a set of second hand Taylormade Tour Preferred CBs I'd have gone for some of these.
Jay S I purchased some used taylormade TP CBs last summer and I love them.
@@Degenloser69 I'm really happy with mine too. 👍🏻
This is without doubt THE best video ever in relation to golf.
For years I've been saying that the ordinary once or twice a week golfers are being taken for complete idiots, and you've just proved me right!
Why are these clubs not available in any of the well known golf retail shops? The reason being they want us to pay lots more money for clubs that we really don't need.
I just found out that Edge come in stiff and ladies as well.
Can these clubs be altered in any way EG made longer and more upright?
Agree, walked into golf superstore here just too test out and buy new 3 wood and ended up with a $2800.00 quote for full set of new clubs, walked out confused and didnt purchase anything.
Dont let them dupe you into spending that kind of cash , if your like me weekend warrior your still going to be playing just as shit with $3000 clubs as $500 lol
@@guitarpicker1393 I used to be a semi pro goalkeeper and I paid between £40 and £50 for a pair of gloves, obviously because they were the best and I needed the best.
However, the shop I always bought them from also had gloves for £10 a pair, for people that didn't require or need the best.
Why aren't golf outlets the same?
Why (you like just said) do they only try to sell you the most expensive?
Are the ordinary golfers really bothered about a driver going an extra 10 yards, or what the spin rate is for 7 iron for example? I know for sure than I'm not!
Rick has opened up a massive can of worms with this brilliant video.
Why aren't these clubs available in major golf outlets????
Woods aren't adjustable and the only other option is buying new shafts for proper flex for swing speed.. irons can be bent but again without proper flex... this is still going to cost you money... a lot more money
I bought this set and played with them 4 times.....absolutely love them!
Do they still sell at Costco? Can’t find them in the website!
If anyone needs:
Driver: 10.5 loft, 45 inches
3W: 15 loft, 43 inches
5H: 25 loft, 39 inches
6I: 26 loft, 37.5 inches
7I: 30 loft, 37 inches
8I: 34.5 loft, 36.5 inches
9I: 39 loft, 36 inches
PW: 44 loft, 35.5 inches
SW: 54 loft, 35.5 inches
How much
Callaway Edge: I have this set, It’s a really good set, Especially Since I’m a lefty and this is the cheapest Way to get Clubs. The driver increased my drives by 5-9 yds, The hybrids are solid, nice feel, The irons Are well made, Durable, and I’ve loved them, and The Putter is Ace. To be fair, I do have An Extra 4 hybrid and A Sand wedge from other places, but I do Enjoy this set.
Hey Greg,
I'm also a lefty and looking for a new set of clubs. Where did you buy them? I can't find them anywhere online
They’re that price because they are a exclusive set. The store has already paid for the stock in a large bulk purchase meaning Callaway have received their profit guaranteed. As a result they manufacture them all in one go then stop production. One set, batched produced and pre signed for brings the cost down a lot. If this set was produced as normal it would run for 900 minimum, likely more
This club set isn’t underpriced nor are their other sets overpriced, this is just a great example of efficient supply chain economics at work
I love business logic!
Pricing on sets like this incorporates almost none of the R&D, sponsorship, or promotional expenses a company like Callaway has.
The boys playing this seasons driver cover most of those...
What
Not going to argue well said.
Onderstand your point but that's off course not what makes this product so cheap compared to other sets.
Top quality golf brands get too caught up in making the best product.
Designing budget gear to get novice golfers involved in the game is incredibly important to the investment of their company.
Example: I bought Callaway's budget Strata set. Good clubs for the price. Now I'm more likely to purchase Callaway products.
im thinking about grabbing one myself but im not sure about the driver, any input?
Corey Tong Check reddit. There’s probably a thread about it.
I would definitely buy a $600 set way before +$1000 but it would have to dazzle me for me to move up from the $300 set I have now.
That Edge set has been my set for 6-7 years now. I just upgraded my irons to Taylormade Stealths. However, I still have the putter, S, 5H, 3W, and D
I feel sick, the cost of my driver alone and they bring out a “playable” full set
Couldn’t believe the putter tbh, with a super stroke grip too 🤭
Top video and just shows how much profit brands make
Lilley Golf I means that’s how businesses work, you can’t blame them.
Hi, I’m very new and just getting into golf. I just want to say thank you for this video, as I feel very clueless on what clubs to get for my journey of learning the ropes! I will keep an eye out for this set, even second hand! All the best!
Glad you reviewed these ... I always see this set at Costco and wondered how they faired ... thank you
Older tech where the R&D is already paid for, mass produced assembly with zero derivatives, no marketing needed, and -like you said- no custom options.
What's better to highlight is that these exist for golfers, not just on a budget, but as reasonable options. I have a similar set I keep for guests or for travel. Great video!
Rick please do clubs that big brands aren’t known for! Cleveland 3 wood, cobra irons, etc.
He reviews all the cobra irons.
Yes review things that people are not interested in
WCGwkf I’d be interested in it, and clearly Rick is since he hearted it.
They are at Costco. I went to Costco today in Coventry in the UK and they have them in stock for £484.99. Not currently available online but if you keep checking, they get them in stock for about 24 hours before they sell out. Costco in Coventry had about 10 sets in stock 2 hours ago.
These seem like just a rebrand of the x2 hot set from a bit back. Rick mentioned the driver looking similar but the irons look identical to me with that black bit going across the cavity. Great review man
My thinking exactly. My guess is Calloway had a surplus of old clubs and simply rebranded them for quick sale
been done for years now... X Series, N416, Edge, Strata, etc
They remind me a lot of the Calloway Diablo Edge...Which is what I have played with for a long time. I love them. I can shape them almost as good as blades, but they also offer a lot more forgiveness for mishits
I was shocked how you said the 550-pound clubs were the same as the mavericks. Awesome video you are probably the best TH-camr to learn from I only just started playing golf and I have learned so much already THANK YOU SO MUCH
sorry you aren't probably the best you are the best
Great review and a real eye opener on the profit margins being enjoyed by the top equipment manufacturers. However boxed sets are set up for standard or neutral swing plane. Taller, shorter or older golfer with more upright swing planes will need custom fitting by a Pro to get the best performance from the equipment. For the standard golfer these box sets look amazing value.
Goes to show how overpriced golf equipment is 🤷♂️
Taryl Thomas true that
It's ridiculous
Lucky for consumers there are bottom feeder business people who are willing to make next to no profit selling the shit out of something. But without big name companies leading in innovation, you would never even have these clubs for £500
Overpriced would imply no one buys it, they sell it for $1775 because people still buy it. Simple economics.
Only reason the cheap clubs exist is because Costco said they would buy millions worth of sets if they can make a set to sell for 399. Callaway only makes money because of the size of the bulk order. New clubs sell more and pay for all the R&D and sponsorships.
Hey Rick, I have just started playing about 3 months ago, and came across your channel. Your videos have really helped me. I am now ready to buy my first set and came across this set at the mystery store in Brisbane, Australia.
Not being able to try it and not much coverage on the net was holding me back. Last week I thought to myself, how good would it be for Rick to do a review 🤔
You can imagine the smile on my face when I saw your post on Facebook yesterday.
Keep up the good work!
I replaced a set of Wilson’s with x18s 15+ years ago and my handicap steadily rose
I just got a set of these and have fallen back in love with the game.
Rick "I'm going shopping"
Me: ah the good old days
Rick: "I'm gonna take 5 shots, see If I can get a hole in one
Me and my 3 buddies 12 beers in on a par 3: "Alright guys we're swinging until we hit the green"
@@shotatoriumi4473 my guy you just copied the other guys comment word for word
These are actually incredible for the price! this year will be my first full season of golf and I couldn't be more excited about it!
I bought the callaway xtreme set at costco 5 or 6 years ago and still love them. I use them all the time and have had no issues with them. I can say I’m not surprised at all with the quality of their entry level sets
Rick thanks so much for keeping this simple- the game, clubs, fundamentals, etc…
Golf has a stigma of being expensive, stuffy or just intimidating. There’s a lot to soak in but you help us all, beginning, intermediate, etc join and feel comfortable.
Love the club reviews and instructions! Cheers! 🍻
well said friend
My dad has those clubs we play all the time and he loves his and I love my new clubs
Lol same
Wow this man says not even the correct size for them he hits it like he’s been practising for years with them and a good pro!
Right size is nothing more then snake oil golf bull crap sakes pitch.
@@airgliderz you definitely want the right flex shaft though. I have a regular flex shaft on a hybrid I own and I can weaken my grip to the point where I'm barely hanging onto the club and it still hooks. Shaft makes a huge difference if you have a fast swing.
I’ve always assumed that package sets from big brands like this are what would have been their top end technology from 10 or so years ago. So the R&D is paid for, they still look relatively modern and they perform fairly well. They just lack the premium materials and stiffer shafts for lower handicap golfers.
Great call Rick! My wife just bought these for me and I love them! I gained 20-30 yards per club and very few shots hit the sweet spot. Very forgiving and they feel great! Thanks again for the awesome review.😊👍🏌🏼♂️
I bought these about 10 months ago when I started playing - I absolutely love them. Great starter set. I may be out growing them right now but worth every penny and then some. Thanks for your videos, Rick! I enjoy them all
I’m looking for these where can I purchase ?
Derek Quinones you may have to check your local Costco. But I have heard rumors that they were sold out at the moment
Christian Medeiros ok I live In Ohio so it may be different thanks though that seems like a pretty good deal for them clubs
Christian Medeiros where do you live maybe I can purchase yours from you since your out growing yours?
Derek Quinones yeah man, they a re definitely worth it. Unfortunately they aren’t for sale. I am passing them down to my son who is getting into golf at the moment. Good luck, buddy!
Rick's never getting product from Callaway again...hahaha!
Very good analysis. My guess is if you had the time to play several full rounds with the less expensive set you would adjust to the differences and the performance would be even closer to your preferred set of clubs. Nicely done.
And that rings even more true for a beginner. Most beginners are going to need a regular shaft and the extra loft on the driver. Whereas Rick is used to a stiffer shaft and less loft.
Paid $499 USD here at the local Costco in Vegas. I have had my set for about a year and a half now, and overall I have no complaints. I really can't see replacing anything in this Kit other than the Driver, for harder swingers the driver is way too whippy. Everything else about this set I love. I do NOT travel with my clubs and I try to rent the good stuff when I travel, and so far I can't justify replacing this set just yet with anything out there. I feel $499 for this entire set is just a steal!
I don't know if anyone has already said this in the 3k comments. However, one of the reasons why its cheaper was because they were originally made in 2018. Making it 2 years old buy the time costco sold them. This information comes from callaway preowned website.
Okay, so what. If anything metal gets better with age. Clearly clubs do not get worse with age..
What far worse is a the snake oil bull crap golf retail stores and manufactures spew to buy the latest and greatest
well, i bought this same exact set in 2018 from costco for $500. soooo 🧐🧐
I had a set of “Edge” irons years back. At that time, the name was being used by AMF-Head (better known for tennis). I don’t believe they stayed in the golf-clubs business very long... because I lost my 7-iron and never found a replacement. Damn shame, too; got my first ace with that 7-iron!
These are the exact same glubs you reviewed in 2014 at Trafford driving ranges. Believe they were called the X2 hot series but they have for sale now as X2+ and the whole set is £599
You should make a video of buying the cheapest set of used clubs you can find and do the same test. Would be cool to see how cheap you can buy clubs for to get started golfing. I’m a new golfer and spent $45 on a set of clubs and I’m curious if more expensive clubs would really help me progress faster than this cheap set
I bought this set because of your video and unboxed them today and LOVE THEM! Thanks so much for the review.
Where’d you find them??
Well Rick after your review of the clubs I decided to get a set of these clubs. Let me say these are more quality than most think. I swear this is a much more expensive set in disguise. Thanks fire the heads up and review.
I’d love to see you bring a callaway rep on for an interview and ask them why these clubs are so much less expensive compared to the top end products, even though the performance is very similar
Marginal gains sell clubs, people will pay for the edge on performance over someone else
It’s all a gimmick
Probably down to no customisation - mass production of one model for each club only is far far cheaper than having to retool/respec clubs. Also these clubs don't get the mainstream advertising that things like Mavrik do so there's less overhead to recover.
And they most likely don’t even offer them for sale at green grass shops!
All the marketing and advertising is included in the prices for their higher end clubs/gear. The set as costco is mass produced and zero into marketing, makes for an affordable product.
I bought a top flight set with a driver, 6-9 irons, 3w, putter, pitching wedge 2 hybrids and came with the bag for 230 usd. Works great for a new golfer.
Hi Rick.
Loved your review on the Callaway Costco clubs. I've played with Callaway for over 15 years, l think these clubs are great for the weekend golfer. Mid to high handicap. Costco have sold out of the clubs so lll wait till the new year.
Brilliant review as always. Keep doing what you do as its a honest opinion in my view. Keep up the good work..Bobby
I was so angry when I bought a complete set of taylor made RBZs and see this for that price at Costcos
But do you like your clubs?
Latest drivers seem to be like the latest iPhones. Same Same Same! Love your content man!
Hey Rick, I’ve just taken up golf (aged 58) and my wife bought these for me as a starter set, they feel amazing - just wish I could play better!
that is the quietest costco ive ever seen ahaha
After seeing this video I went out and got them , as a new golfer I love them .. Thanks Rick
lucky u they was sold out when i looked like a week after this video came out
You do fantastic reviews, very thorough and I appreciate how you actually play with the clubs. Thank you
As a new golfer, I bought this set to just get out with my dad and brother... my cousin (whos a golf pro) recommended these as a nice easy forgiving set. I am not good at golf; however, I have played 10 rounds this spring and started at a 101 (on a par 3 course lol), I set a goal of 81 (+27), and last week hit my first under 81 (79, +25). I am thrilled with the clubs and having fun, my next goal is 72 (+18). For me the only club I absolutely cannot hit for the life of me is the driver (shanks for days, I dont use on the 3 par course though so doesn't matter), but my Irons and Wedges have been great and I use the 8 iron for my chipping (based on youtube videos). My short game has progressed much quicker than I ever thought it would, but my tee shots are terrible (even with the same irons/wedges I hit well from the field). I think I am over thinking it too much.
I’m trying to get into Golf where did you buy a set from
@@damiankulman8271 Costco... I actually saw them last year towards the beginning of fall, and thought nah its too late in the year, but then I was worried they wouldn't come back, but they did... bought em in march or april. In the midwest BTW, so different store may have diff stock?
As soon as Rick mentioned the price I knew it was Costco 😂
BigS1av 😂
Its 500 usd though here, 500 pounds is a lot more there
BigS1av i love costco ... everytime i go i see what golf equipment they have lol
@@WCGwkf No, it's 500 pounds. Why would they have US prices in the UK?
WCGwkf Don’t certain states have sales tax added to the initial price? I’m assuming that the website doesn’t include it.
You should do a video on when to get new clubs! I've been rocking my set of irons for over ten years, and I'm not sure how (or why) to get new ones, but I feel like I should
It is 100% the X2 Hot+ set with a green paint job. That was my first set. Even the putter and head covers are the same.
I bought this set about a year ago and they serve me well. I think they are just rebranded Callaway X2 Hot irons. I'll probably upgrade at some point, but I'm a beginner and obviously I suck so these work for now lol