I've NEVER tested a golf club like this | VERY IMPRESSED
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- I've NEVER tested a golf club like this | VERY IMPRESSED
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I would putt with a traffic cone that sounded like an air horn with each stroke if it meant less 3 putts
right
Oh boy, wait until this guy discovers putting practice
@mattstutzenburg5973 you do know that putting practice with a better putter for you will improve your game more than just practice by itself right?
Me: Already searching for one online ..m
Rick: $425
Me: Closes browser.
Up to 650 with mods.
Actually recently looking and if you went with every upgrade I close the custom
Heads for arm lock it’s around 850. I’m sure though you wait long enough other brands will jump all over this and then the competition will lower the price. Much like PXG who initially only allow you to get their clubs through a custom 4000 dollar getaway fitting at their center to now they make still very expensive but less than initial clubs. I do see this going down. Or future models being less because the company is more established
People spend $600 on drivers they hit 11 times per round. But if a putter which they hit 30x per round, is $425, they run screaming into the night.
"It's probably the best putter I've ever used, but it looks ugly, so for that reason it's not in the bag."
The vanity of golf is real.
Well for me personally, it could be the best putter in the world, but if it doesnt make me feel good looking at it behind the ball, I aint gonna buy it.
Im sure if they can up their design game, maybe make it more angular and agressive or refined, theyd sell like hotcakes even at that price.
Don’t forget the sound
Exactly, he was draining long putts that I haven’t seen him make with the Evenroll, but as long as he looks good missing putts all is well lol
More the vanity of Rick.
There is a reason to why he isn't playing the tour, after all. :)
@@TheStaniG 2
I know Peter Finch is watching this video very intently right now 😂, careful what you say Rick
Pete has been automatic with this thing lol
His Instagram shows that he already went back to the Scotty
@@alexonsurez345 Where? He's in Dubai right now and he seems to be still gaming the LAB putter (look at his latest IG story)
@notformebeaky idk of you where asking but gaming means playing or using
@notformebeaky 👍
I've been playing one of these for a couple of years and I can't imagine ever replacing it (unless it's another of the same type). A couple of weeks ago I pulled out another putter (expensive one!) and tried to hit a few putts just for the heck of it. I was like the putter was ALIVE. I couldn't keep it straight! The lie angle balance is not a gimmick...it's amazing. There are a couple downsides: the putter is not great in strong winds (too much surface to blow around), and the cover is horrible (wears out in months). That said, it is the best putter ever as far as I'm concerned.
I own one, ok seems like it putts short a bit, thoughts? 300 ish on ebay at the moment
Yes! I had forgotten, but I had the same problem occasionally at first. What I discovered is that it’s important to hit the sweet spot (center) as closely as possible. It doesn’t have as much forgiveness as some putters when it comes to off-center strikes. Also, do not use any forward press...it’s built in.
Rick: " I am not going to show you the putter just yet" Also rick shows montage of him using the putter 10 seconds before.
he definitely must pin this one and respond to it
@@leoschwab9669 no shiy
Its the editors fault tbh
Not to mention the huge thumbnail of it
At $425, that putter costs more than my entire golf bag right now. Strata beginner set, added a top flite 4h on sale, 2 Wilson wedges, and a $30 Amazon-special putter...
And yet here you have me searching for a $400 putter. I guess that means great video lol
I bought one and my putting has never been better. Currently down to about 27.5 putts a round. Was around 35 didn’t take long to adjust to either
@@pepsee_bro6903 I just can’t see how a putter can’t make that much of a difference, it just completely
Baffles me that people pay this money.
I think it’s for people trying to buy their golf game. Not saying that’s a bad thing or it doesn’t work sometimes... but I’ve sunk more putts with my .50 cent yard sale Odyssey 2 ball than my stepdad has with his brand new O-Works Fang that cost him over $200. Just put in the time and use what you got!
@@ladlad5463 it’s really simple
These putters are handmade and fitted for you
Secondly there’s no torque almost every putt minus just dumb user error starts in your intended line
You make more putts hitting where you aim. On putting being 1/8 of a inch off will cost you countless putts.
@@Sinners4SaintsTV sounds to me like you just can’t afford it. Getting new equipment for for yourself is the best thing you can do in golf you buy high priced irons and drivers all day yet you’re gonna put at least 18 times a round
“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder”
Funny thing is; the more putts you sink, the more beautiful she becomes.
It's a veritable Mona Lisa!
I just tried this putter out at the store, I’m not a good putter in any regard but this thing feels fantastic in the the hands. It gives great feed back an the grip is very comfortable, it’s such a neutral feeling club in the hands an I sunk more 10 foot puts in 20 mins than I did ever. This putter is on my Christmas list for sure
I got to try a Directed Force at a local store before I actually knew anything about it. My initial impression was how tension free it feels to use it. I think it would suit a wide variety of players as it remains so perpendicular to the target line through the stroke.
Great video Rick, that looks like a game changer. Always have been a big fan of face balanced putters, but this is taking another step, looks awesome.
I know I mentioned that putter a few weeks back. Glad you did a review. I saw that Finch was using it as well.
About time you make a review on this putter I heard a lot of good things about it ❤️⛳️
I have one and I definitely feel like my putting has improved. The face not twisting makes quite the difference.
I got fit into the Blād this summer and benefits were immediate on the course! I ended up grabbing a mallet, mainly out of curiosity, and have since fallen in love with that one over the Blād. The more you get used to relaxing your grip, letting the putter swing, and not feeling that attempt to twist in your hands, the more you get away from being able to even pick up a standard face balanced or toe hang putter again!
Hey Rick I just got into this sport and your vids helped me a LOT keep up the good work
I've had the mallet and blade. Now have the newest blade (same just more streamlined).
The tech is real!
Been using one of these for more than a year. It's the real deal. Went from an evnroll mallet which I loved. I use arccos so I have my real putting stats and they show a tangible difference. Have been trying to convert my bro and dad but they can't get past the look. If you aren't bothered by looks all I can say is pick one up ASAP.
Thank you Mr. Shiels I was debating on getting this putter I still might. But I’ve got the Scotty for now. Also because I’ve listen to you I have fixed my slice. Thank you so much for sharing your professionalism with us. A day at golf never goes without mentioning your name
Hey Rick, would love to see you do a video on different putting grips, seems to be many different ones being used these days!
At the end of the day, you just want a round where your putter makes the score. Looks should fall second if score is what you're after. imo!
I like the way Rick says, “Oog-leh”...😂
Love your videos, Rick! Keep on rocking! Greetings from Germany
I've had the 2.1 with Stability Tour shaft for about 4 months now. There is no putter out there that will fix you ability (or inability) to pick the right line or get the speed right. However, what this putter did for me immediately was get the ball to track on a straight line.
“It’s the putter you’re using’s fault”
Ahhh dang it time to buy another Scotty
Straight up, I’ve never seen you putt that well. Been watching for a while, and you’re a good putter. But I feel like they met their promise of an “instant fix” for your putting game. The skill has to be there, but if it is, this putter seems to give you immediate and substantial improvement.
Great review Rick, received mine today, I also have the Evnroll ER5 black but still push or pull to many putts, hopefully this will help eliminate those, can’t wait to get it out on the course
You should test the Edel Torque balanced putters. Essentially the same concept, keeps the face square and prevents torquing but actually look like putters. They're incredibly customizable with shaft, hosel, head options and cost about $50 less. Quality is great too, feels really premium. Absolutely love mine.
Me: misses 1 foot putt by 20 yards
Company: it’s the putte
A putter with a bottle opener on it! Worth every penny, only $425!
A bottle opener with a putter attached to it, methinks... Priorities, people.
Love mine! Yes, it’s weird looking, but I prefer the funky looks to missing putts. I have a stability shaft in it which seems to help mute the sound a bit. Put it in the bag Rick!
I know these guys, so happy to see this brand get exposure!
Ha I’ve been saying this all along! I new my putter was the issue 😂
Bill Presse is a good friend of mine. I remember when his idea was just a dream. It’s amazing how far he’s come! I have one of these and love it!
Rick you always pick the best background songs in your videos!
I was in my living room, and heard Rick say "massive head and huge face" and I thought it was a video about Finch..
similar, but i thought Bryson DeChambeau...
It is fun watch Peter Finch putt with it! I jealously watched his videos in Dubai!
He made 9 birdies or something!
Love your stuff Rick! I bought that Costco set! Very impressed with the performance!
So glad you took the time to review the Directed Force. I love this club! The price tag on your Evnroll is $369 USD. For $55 more you get the biggest tech advantage in golf, hole more putts, win more skins, and have WAY more fun. :)
"I holed the WORLD." ~Rick Shiels
*Holes every putt* "Nah I don't like it." - Rick Shiels
Surprised to see that these days Pete Finch doesn’t even get an “honorable mention” for using this on his channel since a couple of weeks... looks like Rick is VERY intent on independence nowadays.
Pete has had this in the bag awhile, he is putting so well! If you can get past the looks to shave strokes it is well worth it!! Thanks Rick
Tried a couple LAB putters yesterday and it was the best putter I've ever used. My immediate thought in my head was, "I wonder if Rick Shiels has reviewed these." Very happy to see Rick's video here in youtube. Thanks Rick.
I would love for you to do a video of you playing a round with equipment with the best reviews ( not your favorites or anything in your bag). I wonder if your score improves.. example. Putter - this one, irons - Wilson CV, Driver TSi3, etc...
Too much EGO and vanity with how it "looks" versus actual performance. Such a shame.
I have had one in my bag for about 5 months now and wouldn’t trade it for any other putter!!
Brad, come on. U are always buying new stuff. Lol. 🤣😂. I’m still interested in this putter tho. 😁
Hey Rick!! I like the look of this putter and on the practice putting green it seems like your putt accuracy improved in comparison to how you typically putt at Marriott Worsley Park! I'm willing to splash the 425.00 for one, if you take it out to Marriott Worsley Park and Birdie 3 holes in a row with the putter using 1 stroke!! I'll even upload a picture of my receipt!!
Gary NYC!!
I love my lab putter !!!! Once you get used to the ball forward,shaft in the middle ball position, it’s great prediction of speed is so easy !!!!!
Should of said it’s been in tour players hands such as....peter finch😂
Who else wonders how many Putters Rick has laying around at home?
probably a lot, but also probably not as much as Pete.
he has 36
Between Rick and Pete, ALL OF THEM... LOL
Lol
@@angushoover8670 :D probably haha
Rick - love your videos - keep the great content up!
Cheers For Today Rick, Great To Get On The Channel 👊🏻👍🏻
I think this is probably a very good innovation. I think the ugly design and the price will prevent people from buying it though. People think 425$ is too expensive for a putter, but they'll most likely pay that amount for a driver, which makes no sense. The putter is definitely more important than the driver. Edit: I just saw on their page that they also have a blade-like design which actually looks pretty cool.
Peter Finch is so blown away its in his bag
Clicked on this immediately.
I tried this at my local pga superstore. It was amazing, I had to see if Rick had a video review on it at the time he didn’t. (This was like 3 weeks ago)
I just ordered one today. Biting bullet and going for it. I researched this for a couple of month. It feel so good
Who cares what it looks like? I'd putt with a frozen fish on a stick, if it makes the game easier and less frustrating. JS CHEERS!
And just like that L.A.B. Is gonna be reeeeal busy!
Sweet Review Rick. I actually tested out one of these at my local Club because I was in the market for a new putter coming from an old Odyssey White hot that was toe balanced, never fitted for it just picked it up years ago when I got back into the game. Now that I'm way more serious about golf I wanted something newer better and actually got fitted for this putter AND a new 2020 Scotty Cameron Flowback 5 which was the Face balanced mallet.
I hit the SC first and putted on the practice green for about an hour and then came back the next week and did the LAB putter fitting. While I did like the LAB putter I just couldn't get over the shape and feel of it, and looking side by side from the LAB to the SC is like comparing a Luxury Range Rover Autobiography 2020, to a Defender from the 80's that you tote around the farm. They both work and work fantastically I just didn't have the "confidence" with the LAB and it was more of a mental oooooo the SC is sooo shiny and bespoke in a way where as the LAB is more like a stick.
I also though that for the price the LAB fit and finish is not as premium. It just seemed like spray painted chunk of metal compared to the milled forged shiny sexy SC. I think if the LAB was priced at $199 or maybe max $249 I would be much more inclined to put it in my bag but still I'm the kind of guy who would probably still spend the extra $$ for the SC putter knowing that I plan to keep that putter for oh lets say the next 40 years.
I did feel the same feeling as you though on those long puts too, however I still was nailing 20-30 footers or getting within 1 foot of the hole with the SC. When it comes down to it, even Happy Gilmore putted well with a golden hockey stick. Just have to get out on the green and practice practice practice!!
which putter is the 1980s defender?
Because out of those 2 cars I’d definitely go for the 80s defender
@@deaningram6950 I would say the LAB.
Looks like I need a lab putter then lol
Dont know if this has been recommended but your videos with Peter Finch are so good that making it it’s own channel would do wonders i think!
Rick, Even though it's impressive, I can't stand a pacifier as a putter
I can't unsee now. Thanks for ruining it
I'm the opposite. I don't care how a club sounds, looks, feels, whatever. Does it perform well for me? That is all I care about on the course.
I bought one after pete's vid, I love it
If I still played I'd buy this in a heartbeat, the science behind it just makes sense and I'm surprised it's only just become a thing.
Great review!! I do agree it is a very odd looking putter but you were sharp on the green using it!!
I like the feel of the scotty cameron I have, I've also putted well with an odyssey 2-ball. If you really want to improve your putting, changing your putter wont do it. Get "The Putting Arc" training aid, practice with it daily, and soon you will say goodbye to 3 putts for the most part, and start holing many more from 6 feet in.
No putter is going to make you have a good stroke, the putting arc will.
I’ll save you the trouble: it sells at $425. End of story. I blame PXG.
Nah. Its a true cost. We make them entirely in the US at pretty low volumes. Hopefully as we get more popular, we will be able to drop the price
@@samhahn6950 can you give me a breakdown on the price of material, machining, and hand finishing. I’m seriously curious I don’t want to come off as cynical or disparaging
@@jackconnely6048 I can't get into specifics really but the putter is first forged in LA with Aircraft grade aluminum. Its then machined finished out of the forging in Carson City. Its then Anodized in Sacramento before it is lasered assembled and balanced by hand in our factory in Reno. +shaft +grip +headcover. Every putter is custom and built to order. If I had to guess, I think our putter probably has 1/3 the margin of similarly priced putters if that even. Sadly, as we grow more popular, I doubt we will be able to offer all of the custom stuff as its just not scalable. I would love to keep production in the states but the demand may force us over seas.
@@samhahn6950 thanks for the info, very interesting.
@@samhahn6950 can i have a discount ?:)
This is the putter what Peter finch has in his bag bet he’s very interested in this review rick shiels 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Great presentation - Love it
Sold. I'll take one. Thanks for the review.
“I spent time on this putting green.....I holed the world.....” - sorry, not for me - RickShiels
And basically every other golfer I know... lol people care way too much about looks
Where’s the credit to Peter finch!!!!!
I got sent this putter over a year ago & hadnt reviewed it yet! Happily credit people for ideas (like I did with the iPhone launch monitor) but this is just a club review?
@@RickShielsPGA of course! I just watched peters video on the same club and it struck my mind! Keep up the great work!! Loving the quarantine content! Stay safe Rick, love from California!!!
Thank you for the great content!
my brother has the blade version, he loves it. been using it for 4-5 months now
I holed so many putts!
It's so consistent!
This is a great putter.
But.. it's ugly so.. nah.. :D :D :D
Takin a leaf outta Finches book I see
I got fit for the DF 2.1 and ordered it last week! The feel of it not being “premium” or “tingy” goes away when you upgrade to the stability tour shaft. It is much softer and feels way better!
The one rick has is quite old and we have done a lot of work to get them feeling and sounding better. You will be impressed, I promise!
Love your videos!!!
Interesting I putted with this LAB putter today. My buddy had it in his bag so I couldn’t resist. Feels and looks very ... very different than any putter I’ve ever used. Ain’t gonna lie however, i had no issue keeping my putts on line. If I was in the market for a putter I would add this to the list to be fitted with
I have two of those putters. The first was in black (2.0 not 2.1). It is wonderful. But I, apparently, didn't treat it the best and scraped it up a bit, and dinged it a bit. He could not reannodize it... We tried to make it black again. It looks pretty good. I was fitted by Bill Presse at the Haggin Oaks Demo Days. I then, a couple of months ago bought the blue 2.1 from my golf pro. It looks a good deal smaller...it isn't but it seems that way.
As a 4 year player I had a tough time putting. I was using a Cleveland TFi 6.5. My average was 3+ putts per hole. I needed a putter and loved the feel of the Bettinardi Queen B 6. I had been trying it and the Scotty Cameron and a couple of others. Found this guy showing how my putter (he did the demo that you did in the video) was flopping about. I tried several of his demo putters. (No BLaDE at that time - Pronounced blade) He fitted me for the one I have.
Long story short, I am averaging 1.94 on putts. Long, and mid length... All the same. Yes it is a bit ugly. Yes it is pricey. But if you never had to buy another putter what is the price on that?
I love it. Thank you Rick Shiels for doing the video.
I've been keen on this putter for quite some time, very popular in a facebook group. Also very expensive, but definitely my next (and last) putter.
Wow! Loved it. Really interesting demo with the bracket around both putters. Now it just needs to halve in price 👍🙏🏻
I love how it looks and sounds
I like when Rich tries strange clubs the are so unique!
Rick- I have this putter. In fact 2 as I got the 3 stripe of the model you tested. It works, I mean it really works. I have a ton of putters and this beat them all out. It also lets you take come break out of putts as I’ve talked with the owner Sam about it. Short putts are money and long putts got easy once I got used to the speed.
Major downfall is of the course looks and speed. Got a lot of flack from friends and others I played golf with. Until I started making everything. I did end up taking it out of the bag. Reason was the grip is so large it was taking up so much room in my carry bag. All my clubs would hit it or get stuck when trying to pull it out of the bag. I think I’m going to buy something so I can clip it to the outside of the bag and then it’s back in. It’s that good and works. But yes it’s ugly as sin. However if you struggle with putting and make a few, you won’t notice. Cut down my putts from 32 putts per round to 28. Also let me get more aggressive with chips, short putts and shots into the green as I knew I would not 3 putt.
glad you finally got a hold of one of these to review Rick. As far as the looks of the putter, new revolutionary putters have always been odd-looking (going back to the Pings, if not further). I've never seen you hole so many putts on a putter review. I'd recommend you keep it, assuming you got the proper lie angle when you got it. I've got one, and i'll never part with it.
Hey Rick loved the video👌❤️⛳😁
Hi Rick Sheils love your vids I leave a comment and a like on every video and you really helped my swing on my irons and my driver thank you for making vids
Purchased the brass B1ad 1 and I’m telling you I was a terrible putter. I don’t 3 putt and sink the 3-5 footers all day long. The small aiming lines and compact head gets you focused on the line and not the head of your putter. The balance is perfect and the touch with brass is the best feel you’ll ever have!
If I'm not mistaken Mr finch has this putter in his bag, you was impressed with it so it must be good, it is rather pricey though, however it's all about if it works for you, it's lovely if you can enjoy the look of your clubs but ultimately it really should come down to if it does a good job and you hole the putts/improve putting. I would never discount anything based on looks (after all I'm ugly 😂😂)
Hi Rick love your video’s
Recently switched to a face balanced center shaft SeeMore and also feels so stable and have found long range putts seem to drop more often or at least look like they have a chance! Worth trying out something new if it gains u an advantage
czcams.com/video/V0RXimzfaVo/video.html
Love the content rick! Loving the masters too? Are you doing another live today?
I purchased one almost 2 yrs ago. I love it but had to withstand the ribbing from the blokes. Now you just legitimized what I’d been saying. Great putter. Thanks
LAB recommended me the odyssey toe up putters if I couldnt afford theirs. I already have the toe up 1 so I'm happy
Your videos are awesome
Awesome video
BTW Pete Finch... after playing for 6ish months... I've gone from shooting a hundred to mid 80s. Current best score 83. I struggled in the end bkauz my friend told me the score... and started doing dumb things... thanks for the content!
I used one of these in a chest length and it was unbelievably good.
One of the toughest practice putting greens at worsley marriot too!
Rick, I have a Lab putter and on longer putts I don't look at the ball. The head is very stable and mishits don't really hurt you and I can gauge the speed much better by looking at the hole. Fewer 3 putts on long ones and more 1 putts on shorter ones. When I'm close enough to not worry about speed I look at the ball.
I think the position of the grip is what makes it so stable. The weight on left side and right side are completely equilibirum