IT’S OVER! - No more Nike sponsorship
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- Опубліковано 14 чер 2024
- Thanks to Nike for all the support over the last 4 years
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Hi I’m Rick Shiels, welcome to my channel RickShielsPGAGolf. This UA-cam channel is designed to help you play better golf, also to help you enjoy your golf more!
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Thanks for the support guys 🙏👏! My 2nd channel if you wanna check it out: ua-cam.com/users/RickShielsGolfDaily
I am sorry to hear that
Good on ya Rick. Staying true to your original ideas. Long term viewers like myself appreciate that!
Wear adidas it's smarter Nike is shite
Well played Rick! 👍👊
Rick I love how genuine your channel is and how real your intentions are. This decision is just another testament to your character and mission of your posts and I can't tell you how much I appreciate your work! Keep it up and keep inspiring!
Rick, this speaks volumes about your own integrity and branding. I am a follower for life! Cheers!
Rick is his own brand. If he ever came out with his own merch I would be all over it representing. This man taught me how to play and enjoy golf and kinda be good at it.Thank you sir! I greatly appreciate and treasure you.
I'd definitely buy his line.
Same. His channell has really got me back into golf, 60+ handicap and all. Such an informative and quality show that I'm sure any merch he came up with would reflect the same.
Don’t buy Nike anymore!!
No doubt he could carry his own brand. At least golf gear and clothing line Clubs excluded for now
Rick should start his own golf brand. Start with apparel. Hats shoes etc…
'I'm not a sales man.' thank you for that Rick. It's one of the reasons I love your channel. From my perspective - the soft touches are more effective than pushing them down your audiences throat.
Thank you for who you are and what you do.. My golf game has improve loads after I started watching your channel..
So 10mins cut short.
Nike wanted more marketing on your channel
You didn't really like that and asked to not continue
You still love Nike products.
Hopefully this saves people time.
you did, you’re a savior
you've also just described Nike's genius marketing department!
Somehow by Rick rejecting Nike, he also just boosted their sales! :)
Thank you sir
@@ryanlaing7935 highly wrong lmao
Thansk man. Launch the video, fast forward, read your comment, leave the video :)
Honesty is the best, Staying loyal to yourself is even better. I couldn’t picture you trying to sell us all at the end of the videos.
But he’s going to be pushing his own merch
Difference between pushing YOUR brand, versus pushing a contracted brand.
Sure you can say Nike gear is more “eye catching, and possibly more likely to be bought by subs”. But Rick has the support of over 1Million subs, and that’s no small number.
just saudi money now running the show
@User Interface makes no sense
Rather than entering into a new contract where you are asked to tell your subs to check out Nike’s Merch, he can make his own.
AND he can do it the same way his previous contract was with Nike. No need to have a bit in each video talking about the product. Now (if he chooses to do so), he can wear or display his own merchandise throughout the video and not have to sell you on it.
Which he said in the video, he loves the openness he has with all of us. He feels like promoting products for pay on his channel is not what the end game is. It’s about simply making good content
Nice to see someone willing to stick to their morals. Good going Rick.
Morals, ha, yeah Nike and morality go hand in hand!
I appreciate the honesty
Hello there
You a thick person sorry !!! He wants more money ahhaha now can’t u see it !!! U may notice when u buy her merch ahahahah dope
Umm why does he give af what you appreciate?
Fake channel
Was it because i stuck a golfball up my butt to make my poop glow in the dark, because then yes i can understand
I've been playing golf for 20+ years and watching UA-cam for the past few. I've just found your channel in the past few months and I've just watched this video. I love it Rick, I'm not surprised to hear what you're saying here based on the honesty and authenticity that comes through even in your regular golf videos. I appreciate it, its whats brought me back time and time again to consume your content.
It’s amazing to see a youtuber not going for the money and respecting what their audience wants.
Thank you Rick 🤜
Exactly. When my channel gets bigger (not this account), I will never allow myself to include any ads, seeing as how much I hate them. Using them would make me a hypocrite.
Most definitely start you own line of merch, and golf accessories, head covers, towels, etc. Just please make it available to your fans in Canada.
Don’t forget us Canadians!
And Malaysia! Big fan base here Rick
And China Rick! We love you here in China!!!
I can do up some 3D renders for printing or resin-casting for repair tools, tees and ball markers if you need cheap/free labour lmao
I will definitely buy your merch as well Rick! Much love from The Netherlands! Have been watching you since 200k subs
Massive respect for you Rick, love your content and have always seen you more as an advisor rather than an influencer
Thanks for staying humble, Ive been following you for a good 7 years or so and always valued you as the number 1 golf persona on youtube (Sorry Pete) as you progressed over the years in your coaching, I have based all my equipment purchases on the value of your oppinion and ability to deliver a true and honest review. You are a massive ambassador of the sport and have gone from strength to strength. I look forward to following your progression no matter which sponsor you sign with.
It’s refreshing to see a genuinely decent human being on UA-cam.
I just started getting into golf less than a month ago and your videos are awesome. Now I come across this and it shows how genuine you are. I will 100% support your brand when the merch comes out. Thanks for keeping it real.
You're the guy I go to for all things golf, so for me as a fan this honesty is so refreshing and appreciated. I know my mates have bought clubs based on your videos, and I've personally spent hundreds of hours watching your videos and working on things you've said. So to see you value the trust between yourself and your viewers feels great!
Golf is a gentleman’s game and Rick 100% represents that.
Correct but also full of snobs who look down at others.
well said!
We’re all happy you didn’t sign a partnership with Speedo😂😂😂
Oh, the curse of the mind's eye!
😂😂😂👋👋👋
Why not, Rick is a supermodel :)
He’d have to shave his beard, all athletes sporting speedo have to be smooth skinned. 😂
I dunno I'd be in to win a rick shiels golf speedo 🤣🤣🤣
Well done Rick! My daddy taught me: integrity, honesty, respect. Nice “model”. Opening door for other opps, ie others sponsors, and mercy most definitely...u said it
I’ve just found your UA-cam channel recently while trying to fix my swing going back out this year. And I just have to say, wow Rick. I’ve watched probably 40 videos already and I love your channel mate. Incredible man, phenomenal content, thank you and don’t ever stop being true to you
Huge news! Appreciate the transparency in all this, Rick. Nothing but class and respect, and wish you the best for whatever lies ahead.
And THAT'S how to properly end a business relationship, Rick. I'm sure the class and professionalism you display here will attract other brands of all different sorts to you. Well done and, as a fan, thank you for your honesty and sincerity with us fans.
Well said!
Rick: I'll keep wearing nike
Nike: It's free advertisement, you gotta love it, you goooottttaaaaaa love it.
I wouldn't mind the occasional sponsored post. It's not "selling out" if you're transparent with the audience, which you are.
Best of luck with your new venture.
Exactly it’s just promoting and getting your bills paid. Not shoving anything down someone’s throat. It’s an amazing thing to be sponsored by a super large popular brand like NIKE.🤦🏽♂️
One of the most straight forward, honest creators out there.
Thanks for the Honesty! Sell your own merch and sponsor yourself. You’re the reason the channel is successful, go all in on your own brand. Shirts, hats, towels, head covers, tee’s. I think it would be very successful.
You've called that right...I watch your vids for tips and to improve my golf. if you have a heavy sell angle I'm not sure your work would have the same value.
Just so you’re aware Rick you have more people watching you (specifically on UA-cam) than any other golfer even pga tour pros you should be super proud of yourself! I have literally been golfing maybe 3 times in the past 5 years but I still love watching your videos and I have been watching for like 5 years. I’m starting to want to golf way more recently and I’ve been binge watching your videos. Once the snow on my course clears I’m gonna go play. You have done so much for this sports exposure. arguably you have generated sales for all golf companies!!!
Well said, rick. I’ve been watching your channel for about a year and have never thought you were pushing a brand or anything down my throat. Kudos for you sticking to what you want
We live in a world where it's tough to convey transparency and honesty, so when I see videos like this, the connection between myself and content creator grows exponentially.
Thank you.
I agree 100%. But also, came to comment that when I read "exponentially" I heard Ricks voice in my head saying that word 😂
We live in a society
Well said
Most genuine UA-camr' out there, been watching for years, I wouldn't of cared had you of gone for the new deal, but so refreshing to watch/hear that you are more about the audience rather the money! Learnt more from watching you over the years, and this is the reason I'll keep watching! Cheers Rick
THANK YOU! I really appreciate you sticking to your gut and continue being a genuine person.
I can't wait for rick Shields to say "now thanks to our sponsors with RAID SHADOW LEGEND" 😆 🤣 😂
Squarespace let’s go!
@@NellisNelson Obviously rick needs a simplisafe on the garage simulator! lol
Nah it will be honey lol 😂
Raycon ear buds
Have you considered wearing attire branded with a different charity each month? Could be a way of raising profiles of good causes and build on your work.
Great shout.
That’s a great idea
Mans still got to make some money though.
I like that idea.
Best idea I've heard in ages.....Come on Rick...you know it makes sense..
I know I’m a year late but I’ve only started golf 6 weeks ago.I’m newly retired but I love your channel,and today I don’t know if you did start selling merchandise but I’m going to be looking into it as I love the way you go about things in a honest way.I’ve been bing watching and can’t get enough
"So effectively I'm a model" Love this! Really great video, and love the heart behind this decision. You're a great ambassador to the game - keep it up 😊
Under the circumstances, I certainly understand your reasoning for breaking up with Nike. I always liked the clothing that you wore and would occasionally go to the website to check out a product, so that model was working. Stick by your guns, Rick and party on!! Cheers!
I think you definitely achieved your aim not to push the merchandise. I didn't even know you had a relationship with Nike.
Same. Much respect to Rick!
From Nike's perspective, it makes perfect sense to drop Rick as a sponsorship. Why pay for something if you get nothing in return for it.
@@Assassin73311 but they were, now they wanted more, possibly for more, Rick did not say. So now Rick may well wear their gear, for nothing and Nike get something.....something for nothing. Always getting something, read about subconscious purchasing. Not sure how much I believe but the experts say......
@@Assassin73311 Fair comment however I don't really notice what brands anyone is wearing so maybe I'm not representative of most.
@@Assassin73311 1.5 mil subscribers seeing what they do and don't like from Nikes lineup isn't nothing. Nike has been shifting towards a luxury brand for sometime though so I get the strategy.
There comes a time when we all have to ease up on our modelling careers Rick!
This is hilarious because I just bought a golf Nike golf bag because I saw you using one. I bought it because you used it and didn’t push it down my throat and I really appreciate that style of partnership. Thanks for the honesty 🙏
Good for you Rick for standing up for who and what you are. One of the reasons I enjoy your channel is for your honest reviews and not for pushing a certain brand. Keep up the good work
I didn’t even know you had a sponsorship from Nike. You’ve done well keeping it minimal. Integrity is a great thing man.
I didn't even know you were supporting Nike brand. It's very uncommon nowdays seeing someone in youtube managing delicate issues as transparently and honestly as you do. Thanks for being so and keep up your excellent work with your loyal golf followers. Thanks
i don't even golf, i disc golf but no club golf, and i find that your channel is great and honest. your channel popped up one day after watching alot of taskmaster and i find myself interested in your videos. keep up the good work.
I love to see you care about your audience more than a “swipe up” business model. This shows your character and will take you far! Wish you the best mate
Bring on the R/S Merch!
Hell yeah I buy the whole stock. Rick please make a belt
Worked out well for him.. 🤔
Get it while we can!!
Sign me up for one of them hats that was dope!
Your integrity and fan connection is absolutely perfection. It feels, to me, that you speak to me and are warm to me on the videos. I enjoy your content and respect your choices. Thanx for including me in your content...
Rick, I'm relatively new to golf and currently in the market for clubs. Your channel has help immensely. Normally I don't subscribe to much but this move has pushed me to become a subscriber. I've said for awhile, "Who you give your money to is just as important as what you spend it on." So I hope you do end up doing the merch, and that it works out for you. A UA-camr with convictions, is like finding a diamond in the rough.
I bought a pair of the black air max golf shoes , just off liking them on your video . Fair play rick on your decision 👏
The reason I watch Rick is the transparency, and the truth. Always was very truthful about ALL Nike products, love his content and will continue to support!
Transparency goes a long way. No BS, straight forward. Appreciative and why I keep coming back, watching videos, and even sitting through the ads and not skipping them lol.
Rick, you are a joy to watch, a great teacher, and make golf fun. But the number one reason I watch is because of your integrity. I hope you continue to be the man you are because your fans appreciate it.
As a novice golfer it's good to know you will recommend products based on their merit. Bravo sir
OMG. A talk that begins with "IT'S OVER" and I'm still married and employed at the end of the conversation. Whew! Thanks RS! I feel lucky. I might even go buy a scratch-off...
I’m not.
As always, keeping your integrity intact, especially as it sounds like a new contract could have been quite lucrative. There have been many contracts that have come to a bitter end like some sort of episode of Corronation Street, so nice to see a grown up approach.
Good for you Rick, integrity is key here, onwards and upwards wishing you all the best for 2021
I didn't know you were. Just thought you really liked Nike.
You did Nike proud! Great job! Sad to see the end but excited for the new partnership opportunities to come!!
So refreshing to see honesty and such loyalty to your followers. Well done Rick.... keep up the great content!
I appreciate your honesty, Rick. Wow, I just noticed you're nearing 1.5M subs. Good on you! It's crazy to watch another of my faves, Dan Hendriksen, and think his sub count is a tiny fraction of yours. Go figure. btw, I hope to see you and Dan in a collab this year!
good on you Rick, there's definitely enough "influencers" out there.
Worst new word of the century 🙄
Ok but nobody talks about how well spoken Ricky Shiels really is👀🧐
The man wouldn’t be such a good UA-camr if he wasn’t. He really knows what to say
Great open and honest video Rick, I’ve followed you for many years, you’ve helped me improve my golf no end. Keep up the great work and all the best for the future 👍👍
I appreciate your stand for your audience. Its the ONE big reason I subscribe to your UA-cam channel. Example: New drivers vs. 4 year old drivers. Some of new drivers just are worth the extra money vs the gained yardage or accuracy. If its trash you tell us. If its just as good but cheaper you tell us. I applaud your honesty!! Fan Forever!!
Victoria's Secret making golf gear I hear.
🤣😝
That is something I could get behind... not sure how they would work out in the Flint Hills of KS but you sign... I will be ready.
Why tho, just why.
It’s been a good run with Nike
We’re proud of you Rick! Thank you for being a man of the people! You’ll always have my support!👍🏼
Having a crystal clear vision or mission of where you want your channels direction to go and basing your decision on this is so professional. If more people understood this it would be a better world. God bless you.
Huge respect Rick for choosing what’s right for you and your viewers over just keeping a brand happy. 👊
Nice Rick! I took on Nikes strategy of pay-to-post when I was playing Rugby, they essentially ended up changing the contract after 2 months and told me I needed to post at least once a week!! Was absolutely annoying! I ended up signing with Under Armour when I changed clubs... you’ve done the right thing mate.
Good on you Rick. Stay true to yourself. Thank you for not folding as it could be so easy to just be the yes guy and go with whatever big companies say. All success for your upcoming stuff. Right behind you.
That last bit of shoe advertising with the right foot on the table though 😂
Rick, I love your videos and the way you promote mental health in such difficult times. When Covids over you need the play Gm golf in a match
I remember last video someone commenting he might lose his Nike sponsorship after the ball review and now this video. For some weird reason I died laughing. Sorry Rick
cue the curb your enthusiasm theme
The honestly really respect that you are standing up for brand and respecting your audience. I have been watching your channel for almost 7 years now maybe more I can't exactly remember but I have always respected the honesty. Thanks Rick!!
Rick - you are the original and the best and an example to the rest of the golf you-tubers - remember queuing behind you in a golf shop in Weaste many years ago when you first started - seems a life time ago
I'm glad for you. We all know that their labor history is not great.
What's wrong with a little child slave labor to promote a brand logo to gain higher profit margins for investors?
Every company have child labor smart one
Just watched the video. Thanks Rick for staying true to yourself and your audience.
Maybe they will come around and change things up. I mean I generally just ignore pop ups and pushed ads. So I’m glad you don’t have do that. You have definitely helped me grow as a golfer and I appreciate it. Thank you sir, best of luck to you!
Couldn’t respect your decision more Rick!! Appreciate the honesty and as always the content you put out there. And now I understand why you haven’t put any mercy out! I’m sure there will be a line to get it when you do!! Be safe!
You already had my attention, now you got my respect. Cheers mate
‘RESPECT’ 👊🏼
Hi Rick, I've been following your channel for years, as well as some of the other well known golf youtubers. I rarely buy new golf equipment but always like to keep up to date with latest golf news and I do compare what you say to other reviews to get a wide opinion . I like watching your reviews/lessons etc and appreciate the impartiality!
Respect Rick, your self awareness is A grade and being true to yourself and the fans is exactly why you are the best golf channel in the world. Keep being humble mate 🍻
I respect that subtle marketing so much more. Bought so much more of Ricks gear without him even mentioning it. I don’t buy into that salesman / influencer type of marketing
All this time I thought it said Rick shields golf 🤦🏿♂️🤦🏿♂️😭
I enjoy watching you test golf clubs and listening to your comments golfer from Oz cheers
You’re a class act Mr. Shiels! I’ve never felt you were pushing Nike even though I knew full well you were sponsored by them. You sticking to what you know to be true to yourself and your viewers, regardless of the financial loss or gain, is why I’ve been a subscriber for so long and will continue to be!! Keep it up!! 🏁☄️🏌🏼♂️
As my initials are R and S I will eagerly wait for „my“ RS caps and clothes 😊
Yeah me too! If he does bring out merch I might get a couple of bits!
“Stay true to yourself and you will never fall” - Beastie Boys
Love what you’re doing and hat of for you. It is not the things we own that makes up an individual - it is the purpose you set out in life.. Role model Rick!!! 👏🙏
Anyone else hoping he makes the merch he gave a sneak peak of? That’s one thing I have always enjoyed about your channel it’s pure class. Nothing crazy or over the top just class. And that pull over was SLICK....
I love how Rick says "unbelievably". It's one of his signature saying....
Love the honesty and forethought that went into this decision. Vulnerability in all aspects of being an influencer is good.
How honest that was, I think you’re amazing Rick because not only are you honest in what you say but in golf there seems to be brands that claim to be the best and promise you the world in the game but you tell it how it is! I will always follow you as I have done for the past 6 or more months and I’m always spreading the word to others to subscribe and follow. Thank you and keep up your great work, you should be proud! ....... also yes! Bring out your merchandise your initials are the same as mine 😃 👌🏼
Yeah, Rick - with over 2M subs, I certainly don’t expect a response. But - I found your channel only a few months ago (2022) - I used to love to play golf, but had several injuries (especially my back) … fast forward, my health has really improved and simply by watching your videos daily, I am excited to pick up my clubs again. Thank you for inspiring a bloke from Texas to pick up his clubs again. Love your channel. 🙏
Hey, sign me up for one of those Rick Shield beards. They look fab!!
Rick: No more Nike sponsorship
Also Rick on couch: *visually looking like a walking Nike billboard
Maaaate, that is some unwavering integrity right there. You would have passed up good coin, obviously still love the brand and most of your fan base would have accepted/understood the need to promote a sponsor's products but you still parted ways to remove any perception of bias. Hats off to you Rick, fan for life...or until i shoot 100 and take up sudoku instead.
Stay humble, great content as always.
Keep up the excellent work Rick.