Who's course vlogs do you enjoy?

[rkillian]

I'm not sure if this is the right forum for this but I am looking for recommendations for course vlogs.

 

Reviews and instruction videos are great and all but sometimes I just like to watch a youtube video of someone paying golf. Maybe the weather sucks or I just can't get out myself. Are there any well shot course vlogs/vloggers on youtube that I should check out?

[Hawkeye77]

A few years ago, Finch and Shiels used to have some decent ones, but not really anymore.  I tried watching Crossfield's and those became unwatchable.  The No Laying Up ones in Scotland were okay for some views of some courses, but honestly, watching people deal with hangovers and generally goofing off isn't all that interesting to me so pretty much don't ever watch any and haven't for a long time.  I guess it will be interesting to see if there are any other decent ones to watch.  Some folks just get a little borderline childish when they are filming and I suppose they think that gets views and subscribers and maybe it does.  I'm more interested in getting looks at golf courses and if the "talent" gets too much in the way it's distracting.

Edited October 6, 2020 by Hawkeye77

[rkillian]

4 minutes ago, Hawkeye77 said:

A few years ago, Finch and Shiels used to have some decent ones, but not really anymore.  I tried watching Crossfield's and those became unwatchable.  The No Laying Up ones in Scotland were okay for some views of some courses, but honestly, watching people deal with hangovers and generally goofing off isn't all that interesting to me so pretty much don't ever watch any and haven't for a long time.  I guess it will be interesting to see if there are any other decent ones to watch.  Some folks just get a little borderline childish when they are filming and I suppose they think that gets views and subscribers and maybe it does.  I'm more interested in getting looks at golf courses and if the "talent" gets too much in the way it's distracting.

Yeah, I would say that is what I'm looking to avoid. Honestly if there's something out there that is just someone playing and not talking at all, I'd watch it. The less shenanigans, the better.

[enfuego]

Golfholics have a huge catalog and good production. I disagree with Hawkeye77, NLU has great videos, I enjoy their stuff. BryanBros would be the last universal recommendation. There are a bunch of others out there but they won't be for everyone.

 

All of this being said there will be videos on each of these channels with guests you won't like and you just move on. I don't need to watch 100% of anything. 

Edited October 6, 2020 by enfuego

[kmay__]

Golfholics for beautiful camera work and great showcase of courses (highly skilled attractive female players often included)

Bryan Bros for straight up skilled players.

GM Golf for goofy fun vlogs, and the more serious series of "Sunday Matches" they do.

 

Those are the main ones I watch as far as playing vlogs go, Crossfield TXG Finch ect for all general golf based content. TXG has a few good course vlogs in there library as well though, with neat on screen details for each shot with gc quad data. 

 

[enfuego]

Forgot to add Kyle Berkshire to the list as well.

[Jimi Thing]

Dan Hendriksen, former crossfield protege. Bit goofy, but the series he did with his pro brother Paul I thought was really good I thought. 
 

Dan to me dives a bit deeper on topics where crossfield seems to keep it more for the general golf public. 
 

 

[jackdanger]

Erik Anders Lang has some great videos out there, both with "Adventures in Golf" and his new channel. There can be quite a bit of fluff dialogue as he's really into 'the story but his camera work is the best out there and they even edit in their own pro tracer.

 

His newer series where he tries to break 90 at US Open and other major tracks are straight up course VLOGS with the latest one being narrated by the guy who played Kevin in The Office. I get he's not going to be everybody's course vlog cup-a-tea but hey, variety is the spice of life and I do love the fact that there are so many different guys doing course vlogs these days.

[rkillian]

1 hour ago, kmay__ said:

Golfholics for beautiful camera work and great showcase of courses (highly skilled attractive female players often included)

Bryan Bros for straight up skilled players.

GM Golf for goofy fun vlogs, and the more serious series of "Sunday Matches" they do.

 

Those are the main ones I watch as far as playing vlogs go, Crossfield TXG Finch ect for all general golf based content. TXG has a few good course vlogs in there library as well though, with neat on screen details for each shot with gc quad data. 

 

I'm familiar with TXG (I think i've watched their whole catalog), Crossfield, Finch, and Sheils etc. Definitely looking for a bit more of the "beautiful camera work" stuff. 

[harolease]

Check out golfsidekicks    The way of the playa.  He got really interesting golf vlogs from courses in Thailand and South Africa that I wish I could to visit    (They have caddies in some golf courses )

I like  his sense of humor and seems to really enjoy playing. His video production is very good 

Edited October 6, 2020 by harolease

[Dr. Block]

1 hour ago, enfuego said:

Forgot to add Kyle Berkshire to the list as well.

I like Kyle Berkshire's course vlogs as well.  Very straightforward and professional in presentation, and he plays some tough tracks from the tips.  Plus, watching someone hit the ball 350+ through the air with a standard length driver whilst using a balanced/controlled swing is pretty entertaining. 

Edited October 6, 2020 by Dr. Block

[Rbsiedsc]

1 hour ago, harolease said:

Check out golfsidekicks    The way of the playa.  He got really interesting golf vlogs from courses in Thailand and South Africa that I wish I could to visit    (They have caddies in some golf courses )

I like  his sense of humor and seems to really enjoy playing. His video production is very good 

just watched a couple. They are funny and informative in terms of also learning some course management.

[dd564]

I agree with Golf Sidekick.

 

Great courses. Doesn't try to be too funny.

Good advice on course management which I've been trying to incorporate for lower scores.

 

Golfholics I watched a bit of and it wasn't for me. Seems to fraternity-style for me.

[dd564]

Mr Shortgame is better than I previously through.

Guy is a little too amped up at times, but it grew on me.

 

 

[harolease]

28 minutes ago, dd564 said:

I agree with Golf Sidekick.

 

Great courses. Doesn't try to be too funny.

Good advice on course management which I've been trying to incorporate for lower scores.

 

Golfholics I watched a bit of and it wasn't for me. Seems to fraternity-style for me.

I like his course management videos and has one hour Video devoted to improve putting that I enjoyed    Fairways , greens and getting the ball into hole.  That what it’s all about.  Seems simple but not really 

Edited October 6, 2020 by harolease

[MaineMariner]

Mr. Short Game's on-course videos are fantastic. You're just following along with a pretty good golfer as he works his way around the course. No real frills, and he's very honest about his play. I'm always a little skeptical that these YouTube golfers aren't editing out bad shots, but he clearly keeps in his duffs and mishits.

[OldFrog75]

Don't know of any channel that is playing only.  I'd say a lot of vloggers post at least some playing vlogs but the ones I generally enjoy are:  Golf Sidekick, Golf Mates (especially with OMP), Paige Spiranac, Dan Hendricksen, and Carter's Golf.

Edited October 13, 2020 by OldFrog75

[aenemated]

Golf Sidekick is probably my favorite even if he's playing courses I probably never will. Just love how he approaches the game. 

[RxGolf1]

I watch Golfaholics, Kyle Berkshire,  Mr. ShortGame

[rkillian]

Thanks for the recommendations so far. I'll have to check some of them out. I did watch a NLU video yesterday. I didn't think it was bad, but I'm not sure they are my cup of Tea. I forgot all about Mr. Shortgame. I do enjoy his on course stuff. Simply just someone playing golf better than I can. Golf Sidekick Sounds like I'll have to check it out. 

[Habitual Flipper]

Another vote for Golfsidekick... plants some feathers, grow some birdies playa!

[dd564]

One of the better videos I watched, and this isn't an advertisement, was for 2nd Swing Golf (retailer) where the did video of a golf fitting for an older golfer.

It was interesting to see the practice of it being done, and done with someone who isn't an amazing player.

 

I always feel like "I'm not good enough to NEED a fitting" yet, but it covers topics pretty well on what might be important when looking for new clubs.

 

 

As far as training videos go, Malaska Golf is interesting. He goes a little against the grain in being somewhat blunt in his approach, but it's refreshing in that it's not all jellybeans and peanutbutter cups.

[LeoLeo99]

Aim for Texas!  Watch golf sidekick.  

[kmay__]

I gotta check out this golf sidekick guy, I've never even heard of him or have seen one of his videos on my recommended videos on YouTube. Weird how they suggest certain things to you based on your views, subs, likes, ect, but some peoples content never crosses your path. 

Edited October 7, 2020 by kmay__

[golfandtennisfan]

My favorites ones: txg but not a lot of playing videos though we’re going to Do more but COVID slowed those down and golf sidekick is excellent. Shields and finch ok but not as good as used to be. Michael newton ok but haven’t seen a playing video from him. Some of Brodie smiths’ are ok. Replay liked the ones where he played with Jon rahm. 

 

plant those feathers to get birdies. 

[OldFrog75]

Let us know what you think of Golfsidekick.  I think he's great!

[rkillian]

1 hour ago, OldFrog75 said:

Let us know what you think of Golfsidekick.  I think he's great!

I will I haven’t actually gotten a chance to watch yet but I should finally have some time tomorrow. 

[rkillian]

I watched a few and liked golf sidekick if I want to play close attention. I am finding that for more mindless watching, I’ve come around to NLU tourist sauce.

[scruffynick]

Like golf mates when it's in a good four ball with amp, the dick etc... Worth watching especially when in a lockdown. Like stacked golf, enjoy them trying to find gems that people who thrown away.... I mean he found a set of fg17s, never find anything like that here in the uk.......anyway, keeps me spirits up

[Phireside]

Not sure what's gone on with EAL, but his new stuff is absolute trash and unwatchable. His interviews are awful and cringe worthy. I used to enjoy his videos.