“The golfers that buy this golf ball probably would lose it before they would need to worry about durability issues" Ouch... But gotta say the man has a point

@RickShielsPGA

3 жыл бұрын

I wasn’t trying to be nasty or anything. I just didn’t want to talk loads about durability if it’s not really a concern for the person who would buy this ball.

@mswin3585

3 жыл бұрын

Completely valid point Rick, no offence taken! Interested to know how you feel the Top Flite compared directly to the Srixon Distance that you reviewed previously? I pay £10 a dozen, would you say the Top Flite are twice as good given they come in about twice the price?

@joelafives

3 жыл бұрын

@@RickShielsPGA Well it's a little concern because us duffers do like a predictable ball. But I like the Top Flite and have for a long time because they just seemed to fly straighter for me and that was more important.

@hansonhu1846

3 жыл бұрын

@@RickShielsPGA yeah yeah yeah I totally understand and agree Rick😁. I just think it is funny for how true it is😂

@SirVic42

3 жыл бұрын

When I was playing Top Flite XL balls 18 years ago, I lost two sleeves per round as I learned the game. The only "durability" enhancement they need is GPS locator chips.

Durability issues are definitely a concern for me. If I find one of these in the woods or in the water I want them to perform well, not only for me but the next golfer who finds them after I hit them out of bounds.

@LdxArke

Жыл бұрын

LOL

@keithkelly50

Жыл бұрын

This has me laughing. Thank you!

Manager: "Do we need to sand the green on 4?" Greenkeeper: "Nahh, Rick was out doing a durability test, we should be good."

@Wyatt_Ali

3 жыл бұрын

Haha

@dscott333

3 жыл бұрын

Lol.

@DLORandom

3 жыл бұрын

LOL

@nonoman305

3 жыл бұрын

@HLP GOLF absolutely, seeing the ball or club or anything in action is the best part of golf youtube

Top Flite is now owned and operated by Callaway, so you’re getting a less expensive Callaway ball in a TF package. These balls are a great option for the weekend warrior who doesn’t want to spend $50 a box for Pro V1 or Chrome soft.

@lamlam..

2 жыл бұрын

I have never spent a penny on golf balls. I must be really lucky or something because over the course of a year, I have racked up a few hundred good golf balls. Mostly prov1 unfortunately cuz I like tp5 and Bridgestone a little morw

@louiekidd251

2 жыл бұрын

I have found some new Top Flights along the brush and have tried them out. In my opinion these are good golf balls.

@dangifford1147

2 жыл бұрын

Actually I believe Top Flite was bought by Dicks Sporting Goods from Callaway back in 2012. They have the Maxim and Tommy Armour names too I believe.

@tb_5564

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely not the old “Top Rock” of years past. They started improving about 15 years ago when they came out with the dimple in dimple, or D2 model. Over time, the Gamer is a very good ball and the Hammering is a less expensive option as well.

@jeffsienkiewicz7119

Жыл бұрын

@@dangifford1147 yep and top flite was originally the Golf division of Spaulding who sold to callaway

Loving this recent trend of reviews on equipment that doesn't cost hundreds of dollars. The golf community needs this content aimed for entry level or budget-minded players.

@imuawarriors

Жыл бұрын

I agree 100%. also, the average golfer shouldn't feel pressured to have to buy the newest/more expensive clubs. even pros make mistakes with their custom made/fitted equipment. the average player should have more choices that are affordable.

That’s why golfers subscribe and trust your judgement. It the honesty and integrity without bias... “I actually think these Top Flite balls are really good...” there is too much golf snobbery and bs in golf sometimes. Guys playing blades when they should play cavity backs. Ones who play off the back tees that should swallow pride and play off tees that suit their ability. Rick Shiels - a trusted source in a world of false claims 🤪 Quality as always!, thanks Rick from a Brit in Canada🇨🇦👍🏻

@bmil38

3 жыл бұрын

This summer I followed a foursome of old guys playing off the same tees as me. There's 5 sets of tees at this course, and I was on the 4th one back. Not one of them hit drives over 200. Besides on the par 3's when they dig out their 3 wood, it is literally impossible for them to have any chance at birdie. Actually the front sets of tees are labeled as Junior/Senior. According to the scorecard, they should've been playing a 4500 yard course instead of 6700. I guess they could've played from the red tees too which are labeled as Forward and not Women's. Those are 5300 so not bad.

@lexxwhite747

3 жыл бұрын

Well said on all counts mate! Cheers

@sayhoman

3 жыл бұрын

@@bmil38 Oh I know those type of folks. I play from the blue tees at my local course (6510 yds), and I remember playing one time after four older gentlemen who was playing from the black tees (7030 yds). None of them could drive very far, and usually I found out that their second shot would end up just a tiny bit further then my driver tee shot (About 270 yds avg.). All four of them were pretty bad, so I don't know why they insisted on playing from those tees. Like some of the par 3 holes they have to bring out the driver, and it would still be left short

@samiam619

3 жыл бұрын

@@bmil38 “Forward” tees now? I’ve been out of golf (went truck driving) for too long!

@bmil38

3 жыл бұрын

@@samiam619 Yeah I think they are more meant for old ish people that lost their distance but the women play from there too. I guess it's more bang for your buck if you get to hit more shots for the same green fee?

My dad taught me “If you’re too rich to pick up a golf ball, you’re too rich.” I have a brand preference but I’m never against trying any brand!

@mre_man

3 жыл бұрын

good motto but I've had golfers pickup my ball that was 2 feet from the green!! so annoying.

@Officeroz

3 жыл бұрын

@@mre_man I mean in the woods or water of course!

@Divedown_25

3 жыл бұрын

Great motto!!

@karlg1535

3 жыл бұрын

@@Officeroz no doubt! Haven't bought balls in years now have a few milk crates that are sorted with callaway warbirds/super soft/chromes titleist prov1s & nxt, taylormade tp5, rbz, softs & a mixed crate full of the rest like pinnacle, top flights, Nike, wilson, strata, precepts and a few other brands lool I sell them back to my friends, funds the beers for the round. 20$ for a box of 15 take your picks not a bad deal I think $20 for 25 of the budget balls. I find anywhere from 30- 40 a round while waiting for group ahead to shoot or looking my friends slice or taking a piss always in the bush or edge of the pond when water is reciting I guess I have a good eye for it lol

@drossano9794

3 жыл бұрын

My dad and I have picked up golf balls for years, we now have buckets in the garage lol, feel like it’s part of the fun golfing , fishing some balls out of the pond 😂

I golf with my grandpa rather frequently. He calls them "rock flites"

@craigthecraiguin

3 жыл бұрын

Same here. Mine calls them “top rocks” ahahaha

@ericmohnacky5286

3 жыл бұрын

Because it sounds like you’re hitting gravel

@craigwightman7296

3 жыл бұрын

'top sh1tes' is the one I here a lot lol

@johnseal56

3 жыл бұрын

The old ones are. The new ones...not so much.

@Dolla-Bill

3 жыл бұрын

We called them top rocks

Rick’s unbiased reviews are always great. I agree with others when they say that Rick has definitely helped their game, and for me, his “being mortal even though he is a professional” has reduced the pressure on improving my game. There are always rough spots to work on in golf. Thanks Rick!

“The golfer that probably buys this golf ball would probably lose it before they have to worry about any durability issues.” I feel attacked 🤣

@johnnywaffles2482

3 жыл бұрын

Lol that's half the fun, what else am I gonna find in the woods?

@taunokekkonen5733

3 жыл бұрын

Rick's dead on. I've been "concerned" by durability only after dropping well below a 10 hcp, and actually even below 5hcp. You'll lose a ball every now and then, well before it gets scuffed enough.

Rick has literally made me a better golfer, I started watching 4 years ago and I still watch to this day. Love the videos

@conorpurtell6270

3 жыл бұрын

For real

@jamescarter8421

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@logancolwell628

3 жыл бұрын

Best KZread golfer on the planet. Has improved my game immensely. More so with my driver and my slices.

@WendelltheSongwriter

3 жыл бұрын

Ditto

@RickShielsPGA

3 жыл бұрын

That’s so awesome to hear 🙌

“A golfer who would by these would probably lose it before having durability issues.” *never before have i been so offended by something i 100% agree with*

Well, I went out after this review and bought a box. Have been playing TP5s recently and love that ball though I find it easily scuffs and is expensive. I was super impressed with the gamer ball finding little difference for me. I play off an unofficial 15 hcp. I'm 62 and well remember the top flight flying bricks from the 70s. I would never have bought this ball due to the terrible gimmicky packaging, but Rick my man, you excelled here with this review. I find them better than the Kirkland ball and that is pretty good. The gamer will certainly impress and I was amazed at the high trajectory and spin on my wedges. Give it a try folks. I think you will be impressed.

I’m still at the point where I play any ball I can find when looking for the one I hit

@jakewebb3073

3 жыл бұрын

Rule #46.b.- no penalty stroke for finding and playing a ball where you lost yours. Fair play.

@JUMBOpin

3 жыл бұрын

@@jakewebb3073

@MrJoebiz24

3 жыл бұрын

Cole, from like #49, brilliant!..lol

@potatytomaty9908

3 жыл бұрын

@@jakewebb3073 don't forget about "fall ball" saw it hit the fairway, roll, and it's hiding under a leaf. Don't count it as a drop.

@JonathanHorlock

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂

Thanks for doing this for me Rick! This is actually my go to ball this year I love everything about it.

When I played on my high school team, my family didnt have a lot of money, and it felt demoralizing going up against country club kids that had the newest clubs and ProV1s, while I used the Top Flite Gamer, but I actually found it performed as well as any ball on the market that costs less that $30/dozen, so I used it for a lot of my time in high school.

@WCGreeny

3 жыл бұрын

I sort of embraced it. I was never a great prospect but those times I beat the kids with Odyssey putters and Pro-Vs with my 10 year old clubs and 2nd tier balls were satisfying.

@tedzink4574

3 жыл бұрын

Good for you guys. Talent, a good swing, good feel around the greens, smart play, not which ball you use, will beat lots of guys with top tier equipment. I end up using old, ugly, scuffed, discolored, balls most of the time and if I'm swinging well I can't lose the thing. BTW, my irons are 10 years old, driver and woods at least 4-5 years old, putter unknown age.

@dnewma04

3 жыл бұрын

Grew up in a fairly rural area and didn’t encounter the country club kids often. I do recall being jealous of the kids gaming a set of Ping Eye 2s or a ping putter but that was a rare occurrence. Most of us were playing hand me down clubs from a department store with whatever balls we could find. :)

@NJP76

2 жыл бұрын

@@dnewma04 ...And many of us still play that way here in the real world. I may have maybe one or two clubs in my bag that are less than ten years old. While Maxfli Noodle is my favorite ball to play, I will play just about anything that is cost effective. You don't have to have the latest and greatest to play. Just get out there and "grip it and rip it!"

@dnewma04

2 жыл бұрын

@@NJP76 No doubt. I have found a bunch of thrift store sets over the years and built most of my good sets from Golfsmith components back in the day. I've taken to collecting old pro caliber clubs from MacGregor, Ram, Hogan, Wilson, Powerbilt, and others this summer and it's fun to use them out on the course. They are hand me downs, of sorts, and I play them more than my new clubs if I'm being honest. They are absolutely less forgiving, yet still more fun.

I saw Rick's tweet about reviewing the top flite ball . Ever since I had been waiting for the video on Rick's channel . Very nice work , good luck Rick and thank you for reviewing clubs and balls , you make it easy for us 👍😁

Imagine rick getting a hole in one with the top flite ball. He will probably switch them for his pro v1s

@samiam619

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe, maybe not. HIO is skill and luck. Now, if he was able to drive a green that he has never made in one before... again maybe.

@dripsa

3 жыл бұрын

Rick would never switch from prov, no matter what.

@donnie830017

3 жыл бұрын

I got a ace in 2012 with a nike mojo

@andrewwolf4963

3 жыл бұрын

lol i’m sure he gets some free golf balls from titleist

I’ve been playing this ball for nearly 3 years. As a bogey golfer I’ve been very impressed by them.

@ptrekboxbreaks5198

3 жыл бұрын

Hate being a bogey golfer. I'm trying to really work hard on getting a round under par by the end of year

I remember playing with the Top Flite XL as a kid. It often sounded and felt like you were hitting a stone.

@dathyr1

2 жыл бұрын

As one of my types of golf balls I used at my younger years, I also tried the Top Flite XL golf balls.

Congrats on the success Rick! Been watching forever and bring back driver vs driver!

Can we just appreciate how good the drone shot looked! 😍 Rick, please do more or these as it's good to see the ball flight into the green!

Good to hear. Thanks. Will probably pick up a dozen before my next round and give them another try.

This review has been great. As one of those higher handicappers it's nice to have a review of something more in what I'm willing to spend when I'm just gonna lose a guaranteed 3 on the course everytime I go out. More in this price range please!

For those interested in the US, Dick’s Sporting Goods has these on sale, 2 dozen for $35. Not sure for how long!

@erictaylor1385

3 жыл бұрын

As an update, they still are at that price! I What's looking at these in the store a month or so ago and put them back. After seeing this video think I'm gonna have buy 2-dozen! They seemed very soft to me.

@ZachStein

3 жыл бұрын

They're constantly doing that sale on and off. Basically once a month for a couple weeks.

Looks like a cold day in England and testing distance. Does the GC quad take this into account? Would have been nice to see u actually hig some pro v's at the same time for comparison

@devito501

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a bloody good call matey .

@wassahap

3 жыл бұрын

its about a 12000 dollar launch monitor i sure hope it does

@jawide626

3 жыл бұрын

@@wassahap it's double that. They're about 20k uk pounds so 22-24 thousand us dolla

@wassahap

3 жыл бұрын

@@jawide626 well then my point stands twice as tall :p

@RedwoodGeorge

3 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought - I was always happy with the distance I got off the Gamer Tour balls

Rick is such a good KZread i stopped playing golf until i found him and i got back into golf through lock down

Thanks for all the tips.. got in an early Nov round (odd for the Mid-West U.S. without freezing) and rolled another sub 80 round - my goal this year was to break eighty more frequently and consistently. Some day, 18 and a pint on me.

TF Gamers had the dimples before Bridgestone B series and b330 series did, I feel like topflite is really underrated and should deserve more credit.

@stompingpeak2043

2 жыл бұрын

People just want to trash talk them. There's several decent top flite balls on the market. They also can go further than your top of the line stuff. Anything that's cheap will automatically get alot of criticism

I've been playing these balls for at least five years now, and I love them! The soft feel off of every club, particularly the putter, is awesome. These are definitely not your grandfather's Rock Flites. Rick is right, durability is an issue. But since I lose one to two balls a round anyway, it's really not that important. I've tried every budget ball out there and keep coming back to these. They aren't Pro V1's. But for the price, they can't be beat!

@scottyk_cdvi5650

3 жыл бұрын

Have you tried Titleist tru feels? They are fairly cheap & i think they perform great

@donnie830017

3 жыл бұрын

Pinnacle’s are USA made. The RUSH ball performs great

@ronmorford1247

3 жыл бұрын

@@scottyk_cdvi5650 Actually I have, and I do like them. I believe Titleist has recognized this market segment and definitely has a strong competitor. However, I would give the edge to the Gamer primarily due to the feel off of the putter.

I’ve been playing golf since I was four and watching videos since I was 9. I am 13 now and love watching these videos keep up the good work

I love how the shots are in sync with the music :) Small but great touch! Great review as always Rick!

5:30 slight roast rick 😂😂

Have rock flite seriously made a good ball, like one that when thinned in winter wont cause your hands to be numb for weeks!?🤯

@spacejamgoliath

3 жыл бұрын

Rock flite 😆

@alexjakobzgames

3 жыл бұрын

I’m a new youtuber and I’m trying to hit 1k views on my recent video! Can you u guys take a second out of ur time to give any tips on the video? It means a lot :)

@Jblaze024

3 жыл бұрын

Rock flight..best describes that ball along with the nitros. 😂🤣

@brettanderson9674

3 жыл бұрын

They are a middle of the road golf ball. Similar to the bridgestone A333 in europe. This ball has been out for over 10 years in the US and almost no one I've seen plays it

@BombproofCraftsman

3 жыл бұрын

@@brettanderson9674 I’ve played them, but they were pick ups I found in the rough. So technically that’s 2 people who’ve played them.

Ty for this review. I've often wondered how the top flite's stack up to the "better" balls. I'm quite impressed myself!

Was not expecting that result. This is why you being unbiased is great!

Rick I was hoping you would do this ball test for sometime I use the Top Flite X Out Hammer / control and love them

@tactful_colt8536

3 жыл бұрын

I use those too! They are always in great condition and i feel like they compress well

5:27 rick, shots fired!

Good review thanks. I remember when golf balls used have liquid balls inside wrapped in elastic then the cover!!

Hey rick! Your channel has been incredibly helpful to me, both in my golf game and in helping me get through covid (by thinking about my golf game haha). I just thought I'd share in case anyone didn't know. Top Flite was purchased by Dick's Sporting Goods in the US a few years back. Dick's also own's GolfGalaxy, which is one of, if not, the largest online golf retailers here. They have rebranded Top Flite completely, and I think they're starting to find their niche!

I've been using Top Flite Hammer Control golf balls for about 2 months now, I never believed a golf ball made much of a difference before I started using them. I have never spun a ball back before using them, maybe that's just me striking wedges better but I love them. And, you can get 2 boxes of 15 balls for 25 bucks. I'm sold on them.

@rosswhitton8463

3 жыл бұрын

Same here dude I love them

@scottlewis5521

3 жыл бұрын

It was my go to when I came back to,golf this year after a 15 year absence. Hammer control is a true sleeper. My other favorite balls are srixon soft feel and Callaway super hot mattes. I play urethane balls sometimes, but all my best scores(including breaking 80 finally) were with one of those 3 balls!

@vkws828

3 жыл бұрын

Scott Lewis I love most Calloway balls, due to their soft feel, but I can’t stand those Srixon Soft Feel balls. I will say they are soft, but I lose 10yds of distance that I can’t give up.

Turn of the millennium golfers: Maxfli noodle, maxfli noodle everywhere

Thanks for the great video man. I've literally been binge watching your channel for the last week. Lol

I have been a top flite gamer homer for years. I still have 1 sleeve of every year they made the ball. Callaway owned them for years and now Dicks sporting goods owns them. Great ball at this price. Golf digest gold in its class for several years. The wedge grove change and urethane cover ruined the ball for years. It's back to the original ionomer cover makes it great again.

Well this is odd. A Rick Shiels video posted 38 seconds ago on a TOP FLITE ball?! As you were.

@Mr.mallaer

3 жыл бұрын

What did you just say?

The gamer is a great golf ball. Highly recommend.

Love reviews like this. Give all types of golfers options to choose from! Whether they are just getting into the game and maybe can’t afford $45 a dozen, or a high handicapper that loses balls and doesn’t want to spend the money! Great vid Rick! Keep safe!

These have been around a few years, and have had good reviews. Glad you were able to review them! My wife has been playing them this year and I have hit a few. I am surprised like you. A little firm, but definitely a great budget ball.

Rick one suggestion...hit a few pro V1s before hitting the testing balls that way you see what your averages would be on that day and then compare the data. just an idea

@golfislife27

3 жыл бұрын

PLEASEEEEEEEEE

@gregorybenoit8526

3 жыл бұрын

He usually does and I can tell you having watched tons of his videos, his ball speed with the ProV’s is around 160 and carry 280 so the Top Flite was a bit short of both.

@dpardo74

3 жыл бұрын

The gamers are good if you want a decent price ball that you can control in the air and stop on the green. But if distance is your goal...from my own personal experience...this may not be the ball for you.

@bear3n08

3 жыл бұрын

@@gregorybenoit8526 but in cold weather the balls will play shorter. He was wearing a jacket the whole time, leads one to believe it might be a little chilly.

“This one goes to 11.” Nigel Tufnel

You're thinking of the TopFlite XL, also known as the "Rock Flite" around here... When I was learning the game I settled on TopFlite D2 Feel balls - reasonably soft and at a great price. When they introduced the Gamer I moved to that and played it for a few years, eventually switching to the Gamer Tour which had the Urethane cover. Nice feel and great price. I never considered another ball until they Callaway Chrome Soft came out which was only a little more money and had more spin off my irons. Now that Callaway's priced up there with the Pro V1, I'm looking for a new ball again..

The new Top Flites are surprisingly nice. I play with the previous version D2 Feel (which has now been rebranded as the Hammer Control). As Rick said, the previous version of the Gamer had a urethane cover which was beat up in less than 6 holes. They are so much softer than they used to be. Had my first hole in 1 last Friday using them. 188 yards, 5 Hybrid. Flew high and landed soft. 🙌

That was a quick save😂almost dropped the ball after that whole speech

Man I’m I jealous of your Nike sponsorship. Keep it up 👍

@crazycarl00

3 жыл бұрын

Aaaaannnnd it's over

Those strata swirls bring back allot of memories. They spun really good

I’ve been waiting on Rick to review Top Flite for a long long time, glad this is the outcome. They’re very popular around the area I play.

Rick: the golfer that buy this golf ball probably would lose it before they worry about the durability Me and and my 7 off the T self: 😲😲😲

@ptrekboxbreaks5198

3 жыл бұрын

Takes you 7 shots to get off the tee is what you're saying? Lol

I honestly love this golf ball. Especially when Dicks have a sale for two dozen for $35....... #winning

@pittwarner3571

3 жыл бұрын

I found a couple of the Hammer Distance version and played a couple rounds. I liked them so I went to Dick's and they were 15 balls for $15+ or 30 balls for $25+. Since I'm trying them out I only bought a box of 15 for $15. I feel a lot better when I lose a $1 ball vs. a $4 ball. :)

i remember these coming out nearly 10 years ago, then they were called D2 same dimple in dimple tech, had a feel and distance version, and a fancy little target allignment tool, the feel version were great for mid range price, and still enough spin on pitches, was spewing when they stopped making them haha

Thx for the review Rick. I got my only HIO with a Top Flite XL2500! So I’ve been thinking about trying these out. After your review, I will. 😁🤙🏽

If my memory serves me well there used to be a Top Flite Z Balata !!!

@RickShielsPGA

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. This was a slightly softer rock. Ha

@andrewbell9972

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah there was, and it was soft, but cost more.

@saulgoodeguitars

3 жыл бұрын

Used to be able to get the z balata from Kmart over here in Australia, $30 a dozen

”Why don’t they just make 10 longer?” ”But this one goes to 11....”

@WendelltheSongwriter

3 жыл бұрын

I mean, it's one longer...

@jimmydebeau3237

3 жыл бұрын

".............. these go to eleven"

@jawide626

3 жыл бұрын

Yeh but you're there at 10 and you need to go one longer, where can you go? Exactly.

@FatalRanger-fo1gx

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think anyone gets this joke. Maybe that one guy. But only you him an i

@WendelltheSongwriter

3 жыл бұрын

@@FatalRanger-fo1gx "don't even look at them" 😎

Hi Rick, as a 20+ handicapper playing mostly a local 9 par 3's course with a par of 27 I do ok. best score (recently) is 29 usually 30-34. Until recently I had a really bad slice in my game which your videos have helped eradicate, I now occasionally hook the ball and seldom slice. In my last 6 games I have only hit one slice, awesome. ( grip was the key I was holding the club too high on the handle and a weak top hand ) I also used to play another course by the river Tees with water on the right of 7 of the nine holes. I got fed up of buying new balls and losing them in the river or out of bounds over a hedge due to my slice, I could lose 6 balls a round from the tee. As a result i started to collect balls I found and played these, sometimes the balls were well worn but free. They could be anything from cheap Dunlop to Titlist V1. Now i am becoming more consistent from the tee should i start using new balls again? Is there a great deal of difference between an old worn ball and a new one for a high handicap amateur golfer?

Thanks for the fair assessment. I play with them and even the Laddie Precepts and both perform fairly decent. I'm not a professional nor rich to afford TP5x or V1x's. (10 HCP)

Rick, that promised 11 out of 10 could be comparing to those “brick balls” you spoke of🤔 Who knows?

You should of seen my face when rick said he was reviewing a new ball, “so excited” click on Twitter and see it is a Top Flite! “BOY”. You don’t even know how far my jaw dropped. 😯😯😯🤔🤔

Glad you got a chance to play them ... I have played them on and off for several years in the states. Good ball for the money 👍 been playing the new Bridgestone ball last year or so and have enjoyed the feel of them Around the green and putting and spin on approach shots . Top-flight has several versions of balls but the Gamer is my favorite.

I also used to use Top Flight XL's. Yes, hard as nails. I still have a few. My favourite was and still is the Dunlop DDH. Just note that I played golf about 20 years ago, with my last round being 9 or 10 years ago, and I only picked up my clubs again recently to play a corporate tour. Hopefully I'll play more than once a year now.

Video idea: “Golf Professional plays mini-golf”

I feel attacked as I’m currently using Top Flight Tour Edition clubs...

Because of Rick Shiels, watching his videos before arriving at the course has given me the ability to somehow hit more draw shots than fades. I think I had more or less 20 of them in my previous round. Awesome review there, Rick.

Great video. I used to play Top Flite's as well. He was right about the hard feel of the ball. When I started playing, they were my benchmark for a rubbish ball. I remember hitting a ball I found in a pond and said to myself.. "At least it's softer than a cheap Top Flite."

I used to play the piss outta the Gamer V2!

@graysonedwards6255

3 жыл бұрын

me too, i played high school golf but didnt have much of a budget. Our local sporting goods store always had a special in January where you could buy 2 dozen for $25 US, and I'd buy 10 dozen per season.

@fredrickgarcia8917

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad there are some who’ve interacted with them circa 2010-14

@micahhawkins9050

3 жыл бұрын

I've been playing the Gamer for a few years now, and have yet to be unhappy with the ball. My kverall game on the otherhand.....that's a different story. Love the TF Gamer

"These go to 11." -- Nigel Tufnel

@no1no1655

3 жыл бұрын

' well that's one more , isn't it? ' love that movie !

Top Flite will always have a place in my heart as my only hole in one was with a Top Flite XL. Was on a 325 yard par 4 in 1997.

Great video Rick, your spot on with how the old “Top-Flite” balls used to feel like a brick, I still have some brand new that my dad gave me from years ago when he played with them and I still use them on the odd occasions, when you hit them you can defo hear the difference and DEFO feel the difference 😂, might have to get some of these new “Top-Flite” balls and test them against each over,

we used to call them “Rock-Flights”

@JayDee28

3 жыл бұрын

flop-tites is the name here

"Never seen them in the UK for years"????? It's all I seem to find in the trees when i'm looking for mine 😫

@tedzink4574

3 жыл бұрын

Couple things... Rick obviously has access to the top "name" brands for all his needs, for free. I just don't envision him scouring the trees and bushes ball hunting. Like we do...

Glad you tried these! i came across some this year and gamed them for a few rounds and everyone thought I was crazy because I liked them lol

Rick, thank you! Your videos have improved my game so much thank you so much!

Am I the only one who has seen random balls with the same dimples and just never thought anything of it??

@brianconroy7514

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's the top flight dimple in dimple again nothing new

@tannerabell387

3 жыл бұрын

@@brianconroy7514 oh ok I thought that might be the case, thanks man

@LUk3.M.

3 жыл бұрын

Top Flite has had the dimple in dimple pattern on their balls for no less than 10 years.

This is the best “economy” ball I have ever played.

I just love clicking onto your channel Rick as you give us your honest opinion on your finds when it comes to clubs or a lot of balls! It must cost you to fork out on clubs and balls, do you give them away once tested - I can't imagine you storing them all in your loft, so who sponsors you, if anyone - am sure your followers would be interested in how you receive all those golf equipment in your arsenal to show us guys! I am sure you could create a video on this subject alone?

When I was younger and not flush with the cash I had lots of Top Flite. My first 2 hybrids were Top Flite and were magic compared to my 3,4 irons. Also wore Top Flite golf shirts and shorts from Wal-Mart which were cheap but looked good... special place in my heart for the Top Flite name :)

anyone else start dancing as soon as he plays music

Over here in the US, we used to call ‘em “Top Rocks.”

@LawDoctor

3 жыл бұрын

That’s funny, because we called them “Rock Flites”.

@brett7011

3 жыл бұрын

Top rocks are the super hard top flite balls. I love them off the tee in scrambles

The editing on this video is amazing, much like all of your other videos, just wanted to point this out! Thanks for the review!

I still have a couple dozen new 20 year old Top Flite XL2000 Exceptional Spin golf balls I used back when I golfed league. I just dusted off my clubs, after 20 years, and am sure there are better, but they were my favorite ball back in the day.

“Not soft by any means” Sounds like not much has changed in 20 years for Top Flite

@wyattc1007

3 жыл бұрын

Not true. Their new balls are quite frankly fantastic for the price. I use D2+ feel balls. Very much like these, just softer.

@ClintWilber

3 жыл бұрын

I think it's in relation to actual premium balls like Pro v1's or chrome softs. Compared to balls you would find in that category they are actually quite soft. They aren't rock hard like a distance ball.

@RedwoodGeorge

3 жыл бұрын

I played these balls for a few years, then switched to the Chrome Soft. The Callaway is a little softer but they're in the sane category - the Gamer is in no way a hard, cheap ball. (Also it was cold the day Rick played, all balls would have felt a little bit harder)

That might be the first time I've ever heard the words "top-flite" and "good" used in the same sentence that didn't end in "for nothing"

I remember the Tiger ball video... had dimples that were very similar.. and you loved them..

Thanks for the review. I’ll give them a try. I play the XL distance balls and I’m happy with them but would like to see if these will produce more spin on approach shots. The XLs would avg 1-3 yards past the divot for my high ball flight. I am single digit handicap and pretty long off the tee. I play top flites cause their cheap period. It’s funny though when I’m playing with people and their reactions when they notice that im playing them. I usually get a “you know if you play a proV you’ll get more distance”. It’s usually after they hit their 2nd shot out of the trees that ends up close to my drive LOL. Im a firm believer of the saying “it’s not the arrow”. I did take a lot of lessons in the past though and personally is what got me to this level that expensive clubs or balls would have never done.

I golfed with these a ton as a kid. I only ever golfed with second hard golf balls until my 20s when I was given brand new ones.

Thanks Rick, awesome find. Please do a comparison review between balls with the Serm cover and those that are not. I find serm harder to putt on slow greens and erratic movement in the air.... cheers

These are actually my go-to ball! I was a little hesitant to try them out at first, but I really came to enjoy them after the first round with them in my bag.

I've played a Top Flite DS2+ straight, witch had the same simple pattern. Gotta say I enjoyed the ball and it did seem to fly straighter with the irons, woods it flew like normal

Actually bought these after this review. I've shot some good scores with them. I'm a 7 handicap and normally use titleist golf balls. Switch between prov1 and tour soft. I get great spin on greens, great off the tee, although not 11 distance.(on a scale from 1-10) Overall very impressed and I may continue to use them

Thanks for the great review of the new Top-Flight ball. I worked in a retail golf pro shop in the 1990's, and Top-Flight balls were our low end balls, they came in a box of 18 balls, that we sold for about $12 USD. Compared to Titleist Professional balls that we sold for $49.00 USD per dozen and Bridgestone's for around $25 per dozen. When we sponsored local charity golf events, we would put together bags for the players that had tees, ball makers, a golf shirt, a towel, and a couple of sleeves of Top-Flight balls. But, now I will have to buy a box to try out on the course. Since I only play 9 holes, my bad left leg and lower back won't hold up for 18, even when I am riding in a buggy, it's hard to justify, to my wife, spending $40+ for Titleist Pro V1's. Thanks for the heads up!

I use the TopFlite Hammer in a pinch. My distance is the same and I get good spin on it. Happy with the rebrand

Been waiting all year for this review! I play these because the performance seem great to me and the price is great:). Thanks Rick!