Pending TaylorMade Announcement

[CCTxGolf]

Puma owns cobra. I don’t think there is anyway in hell Puma would let Rickie go to a full tm bag. Meaning Puma would pay ANYTHING to keep Rickie. They pay him more than they pay any other athlete world wide in any sport. More than Usain Bolt, the fastest man in the world.

[OBbogey5]

Glove..? What does that even mean? I have never once noticed what brand is sewn on a glove velcro strap. A glove.... they’re all made in the same Chinese factory, ya whackadoos!

[third-times-a-charm]

Glove..? What does that even mean? I have never once noticed what brand is sewn on a glove velcro strap. A glove.... they're all made in the same Chinese factory, ya whackadoos!

 

Well in these days of bomb and gouge...spectators getting hit by balls every weekend and being given signed gloves by players. Boom! Free advertising!

[bladehunter]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

Let's not lose sight of the fact that he has a future ex-wife to pay for.

 

Rickie...two words...Pre Nup. Or your Puma could end up with your Cobra if you know what I mean.

 

Wow. Just wow. Again I say. Dave. You may have to explain that one for the kids. Onomatopoeia meets symbolism wrapped up in an Aesop’s fable !

[ChronicSlicer]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

[wilbur.kay]

Anyone else spot that iIt does look a whole lot like he is hitting a P790 in the promo video too...

[MK7Golf21]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

 

Not really, 100% the money was a big factor in Rickie deciding to play TaylorMade ball and glove. The difference between a prov and tp5 isn’t much, same category of players ball. Top flight and prov don’t even slightly compare except they are both golf balls

[andrieddle]

Of course he is switching for $$$, who wouldn't? And there could be some truth to the statement that this ball performs better for him. We all here are advocates for fitting, so this ball might fit him better and Titleist doesn't offer enough on the table to renew the contract, why not change? These guys do this for a living, of course they go where the money is especially if they know it doesn't hurt their game.

 

Bubba to Volvik was different of course.

 

Anyone else spot that iIt does look a whole lot like he is hitting a P790 in the promo video too...

 

No that is his Cobra F9 4 iron

[GoGoErky]

Anyone else spot that iIt does look a whole lot like he is hitting a P790 in the promo video too...

 

He put in one of the cobra gi lines in the long iron

[Lamb]

Lol what a joke of an announcement lol.This was the news that was going to light up the golf world like nothing ever seen before ? Lmao!? Like I said TM are so full their self importance. Far too many better and classier brands out there to choose from.

[OldTomMorris]

No that is his Cobra F9 4 iron

 

Yeah the advert is good exposure for Cobra and Puma too.

[DixieD]

Presume this is a teaser for the most significant announcement in TM history?

[Rangeballz]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

Let's not lose sight of the fact that he has a future ex-wife to pay for.

 

Rickie...two words...Pre Nup. Or your Puma could end up with your Cobra if you know what I mean.

 

Fowler's getting married and changing balls? I see the Web.com tour in the future.....

[youraway2]

When it's all said and done, ready for the flash, it's going to be a dud.

Like I said, flash, it's a dud. But sure has created allot of posts, so there's interest.

[Holy Moses]

Has anyone hit the 2019 version? From what I’ve heard it is an impressive ball.

[North Texas]

TM will market it a lot and Titleist only wins in ball counts because they give them away like candy and pay the most players. Reality is most of the top guys don't play Titleist anymore. Why consumers continue to pay $50/dozen for them is mind blowing to me.

 

Because the average golfer falls for marketing. I see it every day. Titleist is the "#1 used ball on Tour" (by way of overall count, of course). That works, and Titleist knows it. That's why they work so hard (aka spend money, give stuff away) to keep it that way. "Top guys" by themselves generally don't move the needle. It's when a whole bunch of Tour players use something and, by simple statistical averages...more guys playing it, equals more chances the company's product is played by a winner. That's what most average golfers notice. That "Titleist balls" win more often than not. I hate that, as I despise selling Titleist balls. But it's the truth. Although I have witnessed that changing more rapidly in the past 3-5 years than I ever have before.

 

Just curious, why do you despise selling Titleist balls?

[chris975d]

TM will market it a lot and Titleist only wins in ball counts because they give them away like candy and pay the most players. Reality is most of the top guys don't play Titleist anymore. Why consumers continue to pay $50/dozen for them is mind blowing to me.

 

Because the average golfer falls for marketing. I see it every day. Titleist is the "#1 used ball on Tour" (by way of overall count, of course). That works, and Titleist knows it. That's why they work so hard (aka spend money, give stuff away) to keep it that way. "Top guys" by themselves generally don't move the needle. It's when a whole bunch of Tour players use something and, by simple statistical averages...more guys playing it, equals more chances the company's product is played by a winner. That's what most average golfers notice. That "Titleist balls" win more often than not. I hate that, as I despise selling Titleist balls. But it's the truth. Although I have witnessed that changing more rapidly in the past 3-5 years than I ever have before.

 

Just curious, why do you despise selling Titleist balls?

 

I just don't think they make a good product, especially compared to the other premium balls on the market. And I really hate the arrogance of the company. But ProV1s are one of those balls that you almost "have" to stock...although I've stopped for the since about the end of summer as an experiment of sorts, and I've shifted some ProV1 users to Srixon and Taylormade.

[DavePelz4]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

Let's not lose sight of the fact that he has a future ex-wife to pay for.

 

Rickie...two words...Pre Nup. Or your Puma could end up with your Cobra if you know what I mean.

 

Wow. Just wow. Again I say. Dave. You may have to explain that one for the kids. Onomatopoeia meets symbolism wrapped up in an Aesop's fable !

 

Ah...Aesop. Great life lessons. Mrs. Pelz says the fable that describes us best is The Fox and the Weasel. Guess who she is?

[Jagpilotohio]

TM will market it a lot and Titleist only wins in ball counts because they give them away like candy and pay the most players. Reality is most of the top guys don't play Titleist anymore. Why consumers continue to pay $50/dozen for them is mind blowing to me.

 

Because the average golfer falls for marketing. I see it every day. Titleist is the "#1 used ball on Tour" (by way of overall count, of course). That works, and Titleist knows it. That's why they work so hard (aka spend money, give stuff away) to keep it that way. "Top guys" by themselves generally don't move the needle. It's when a whole bunch of Tour players use something and, by simple statistical averages...more guys playing it, equals more chances the company's product is played by a winner. That's what most average golfers notice. That "Titleist balls" win more often than not. I hate that, as I despise selling Titleist balls. But it's the truth. Although I have witnessed that changing more rapidly in the past 3-5 years than I ever have before.

 

Just curious, why do you despise selling Titleist balls?

 

I just don't think they make a good product, especially compared to the other premium balls on the market. And I really hate the arrogance of the company. But ProV1s are one of those balls that you almost "have" to stock...although I've stopped for the since about the end of summer as an experiment of sorts, and I've shifted some ProV1 users to Srixon and Taylormade.

 

Hahaha! I hope the Titleist spies that read this forum don’t figure out who you are. They may cut you off permanently for that kind of negative talk.

 

I personally havent played Titleist for many years. Plenty of other good options. People are lambs. They like to follow the flock.

 

I was using Lethal bulk boxes before I went to Srixon XV 2 years ago. 20 dozen sitting in The closet waiting for spring. Got them at $20 a dozen less 10% coupon and free shipping. $1.50 a ball and it’s every bit as good as ProV plus better in the wind, brighter white, and a more durable cover.

 

Titleist can kiss my rear end. $4 a ball is literally insane.

[bladehunter]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

Let's not lose sight of the fact that he has a future ex-wife to pay for.

 

Rickie...two words...Pre Nup. Or your Puma could end up with your Cobra if you know what I mean.

 

Wow. Just wow. Again I say. Dave. You may have to explain that one for the kids. Onomatopoeia meets symbolism wrapped up in an Aesop's fable !

 

Ah...Aesop. Great life lessons. Mrs. Pelz says the fable that describes us best is The Fox and the Weasel. Guess who she is?

 

Lol. I’m afraid to say. Buy I’m guessing she is the weasel and you the fat fox who is trapped and cannot escape !

[stanger37]

Maybe it was mentioned already, I forgot which site had it last night but supposedly pairing Rickie and DJ at the Ryder cup was a big reason for this change as well. I am certain money had something to do with it, but that was his first experience with the ball as they were getting ready to be paired together. I do not have a doubt that Rickie saw something in the ball that he liked a little more. Mentioned how it flew in the wind. As much as I wish money didn't make every sports decision, hard to not have that thought when something like this happens. He has been face for Puma/Cobra for the last 10 years, plus Titleist for that long. I can't imagine the kid hurting for money.

[MattyO1984]

Maybe it was mentioned already, I forgot which site had it last night but supposedly pairing Rickie and DJ at the Ryder cup was a big reason for this change as well. I am certain money had something to do with it, but that was his first experience with the ball as they were getting ready to be paired together. I do not have a doubt that Rickie saw something in the ball that he liked a little more. Mentioned how it flew in the wind. As much as I wish money didn't make every sports decision, hard to not have that thought when something like this happens. He has been face for Puma/Cobra for the last 10 years, plus Titleist for that long. I can't imagine the kid hurting for money.

 

People couldn't imagine Rory hurting for money either but it didn't stop him from taking a bucket load of it and signing for Taylor Made.

[GoGoErky]

Maybe it was mentioned already, I forgot which site had it last night but supposedly pairing Rickie and DJ at the Ryder cup was a big reason for this change as well. I am certain money had something to do with it, but that was his first experience with the ball as they were getting ready to be paired together. I do not have a doubt that Rickie saw something in the ball that he liked a little more. Mentioned how it flew in the wind. As much as I wish money didn't make every sports decision, hard to not have that thought when something like this happens. He has been face for Puma/Cobra for the last 10 years, plus Titleist for that long. I can't imagine the kid hurting for money.

 

Not many companies doing ball or ball/glove deals that would be willing to pay him the big bucks so while it’s about money one way or the other he didn’t have many choices really after not signing with titleist again

[MK7Golf21]

TM will market it a lot and Titleist only wins in ball counts because they give them away like candy and pay the most players. Reality is most of the top guys don't play Titleist anymore. Why consumers continue to pay $50/dozen for them is mind blowing to me.

 

Because the average golfer falls for marketing. I see it every day. Titleist is the "#1 used ball on Tour" (by way of overall count, of course). That works, and Titleist knows it. That's why they work so hard (aka spend money, give stuff away) to keep it that way. "Top guys" by themselves generally don't move the needle. It's when a whole bunch of Tour players use something and, by simple statistical averages...more guys playing it, equals more chances the company's product is played by a winner. That's what most average golfers notice. That "Titleist balls" win more often than not. I hate that, as I despise selling Titleist balls. But it's the truth. Although I have witnessed that changing more rapidly in the past 3-5 years than I ever have before.

 

Just curious, why do you despise selling Titleist balls?

 

I just don't think they make a good product, especially compared to the other premium balls on the market. And I really hate the arrogance of the company. But ProV1s are one of those balls that you almost "have" to stock...although I've stopped for the since about the end of summer as an experiment of sorts, and I've shifted some ProV1 users to Srixon and Taylormade.

 

curious, why don't you think they make a good product? I've played the tp5x and the prov1x and the tp5x wasn't as good with wedges for me and durability was an issue I noticed vs the prov1x. Both are on sale now for 35-40 and both originally $45-50. I'm looking to play the best ball and curious on your thoughts

[MidwestGolfBum]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

 

Not really, 100% the money was a big factor in Rickie deciding to play TaylorMade ball and glove. The difference between a prov and tp5 isn't much, same category of players ball. Top flight and prov don't even slightly compare except they are both golf balls

 

Lets also not forget about the fact that the premium balls that many Tour guys are playing are made specifically for their needs and aren't always what the masses play.

[sbjinx]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

 

Not really, 100% the money was a big factor in Rickie deciding to play TaylorMade ball and glove. The difference between a prov and tp5 isn't much, same category of players ball. Top flight and prov don't even slightly compare except they are both golf balls

 

Lets also not forget about the fact that the premium balls that many Tour guys are playing are made specifically for their needs and aren't always what the masses play.

 

This prob is a silly question but do balls have to be tested by the USGA similar to drivers. In other words if Tiger is playing a custom ball (ie not what’s available to the public) does that have to be tested?

[Texas1]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

 

Not really, 100% the money was a big factor in Rickie deciding to play TaylorMade ball and glove. The difference between a prov and tp5 isn't much, same category of players ball. Top flight and prov don't even slightly compare except they are both golf balls

 

Lets also not forget about the fact that the premium balls that many Tour guys are playing are made specifically for their needs and aren't always what the masses play.

 

The last part in a nutshell

 

I like the prov1 practice ball. 2 boxes for $50 recently

And if you looked at the ball, it had a dot to the right hand side which I believe was like the tour ball, from what I’ve heard

 

Can’t beat that price and even better when it costs only $2 when it goes in the water :)

[Krt22]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

Let's not lose sight of the fact that he has a future ex-wife to pay for.

 

Rickie...two words...Pre Nup. Or your Puma could end up with your Cobra if you know what I mean.

 

Fowler's getting married and changing balls? I see the Web.com tour in the future.....

 

2 of the other Sb2K guys have fallen off significantly since getting engaged/married...

[GoGoErky]

He is not switching by choice he is switching by $$$

 

That`s like saying Fowler would play some vintage Top Flites if he was paid enough..it`s not only $$$ based change.

 

Not really, 100% the money was a big factor in Rickie deciding to play TaylorMade ball and glove. The difference between a prov and tp5 isn't much, same category of players ball. Top flight and prov don't even slightly compare except they are both golf balls

 

Lets also not forget about the fact that the premium balls that many Tour guys are playing are made specifically for their needs and aren't always what the masses play.

 

This prob is a silly question but do balls have to be tested by the USGA similar to drivers. In other words if Tiger is playing a custom ball (ie not what’s available to the public) does that have to be tested?

 

Yes. Look at the USGA conforming list and you will see several variations of balls

[uggenjigmey407]

Of course he is switching for $$$, who wouldn't? And there could be some truth to the statement that this ball performs better for him. We all here are advocates for fitting, so this ball might fit him better and Titleist doesn't offer enough on the table to renew the contract, why not change? These guys do this for a living, of course they go where the money is especially if they know it doesn't hurt their game.

 

Bubba to Volvik was different of course.

 

Anyone else spot that iIt does look a whole lot like he is hitting a P790 in the promo video too...

 

No that is his Cobra F9 4 iron

 

But Bubba had one of his worst year playing Volvik.