Joel Tadman
Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 12 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all product content here at Golf Monthly, managing a team of talented and passionate writers and presenters in delivering the most thorough and accurate reviews, buying advice, comparisons and deals to help the reader find exactly what they are looking for. So whether it's the latest driver, irons, putter or laser rangefinder, Joel has his finger on the pulse keeping up to date with the latest releases in golf. He is also responsible for all content on irons and golf tech, including distance measuring devices and launch monitors.
One of his career highlights came when covering the 2012 Masters he got to play the sacred Augusta National course on the Monday after the tournament concluded, shooting a respectable 86 with just one par and four birdies. To date, his best ever round of golf is a 5-under 67 back in 2011. He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 3.2.
Joel's current What's In The Bag?
Driver: Titleist TSR3, 9°
Fairway wood: Titleist TSR3, 15°
Hybrid: Titleist TSi2, 18°
Irons: Ping i230 4-UW
Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM8, 54°. Titleist Vokey SM9 60° lob wedge, K Grind
Putter: Evnroll ER2V
Ball: 2023 Titleist Pro V1x
Latest articles by Joel Tadman
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I Was Given 24 Hours To Make An Eagle. Here’s What Happened…
It's a score in golf many golfers have never achieved but could I score two-under par on a hole in one day? I wanted to find out
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Best Putters For High Handicappers 2024
Here are some of our favorite putters that will work perfectly for high handicap players.
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Garmin Approach S62 GPS Watch Review
Our verdict on the feature-packed Garmin Approach S62 GPS watch having tested it on the golf course
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Bushnell Ion Elite Golf GPS Watch Review
Joel Tadman takes the Bushnell Ion Elite GPS watch on the course over multiple rounds to discover what the user experience is truly like
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Best Golf Irons For Beginners 2024
We take a look at the best golf irons for beginners on the market to help you get started and improve your game.
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10 Essential Winter Golf Items
We take a look through the 10 essential winter golf items every golfer needs for when the conditions are against them
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Why Playing In A Winter League Is Great For Your Game
Every year Joel Tadman plays in an ultra-competitive winter league and believes it does his golf game the world of good. Here's why...
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Best Portable Launch Monitors 2024
The best portable launch monitors allow you to monitor your distances and swing with ease and perhaps cost less than you might think
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Winter Golf Week 2023
Your one-stop shop for everything winter golf, including the best gear, tips and deals to keep you playing through the worst of the weather
By Joel Tadman Published
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Flightscope Mevo Launch Monitor vs Rapsodo MLM: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
In this head-to-head we look at two great affordable launch monitor options that could help you improve your game
By Joel Tadman Published
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Galvin Green Armstrong Jacket Review
We test out the Armstrong Jacket from Galvin Green, a brand synonymous with high-quality design
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7 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying My First Set Of Clubs
If you want to start playing golf you'll need some clubs. Here are some things I've learned that will get you off to a fast start with your equipment
By Joel Tadman Published
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Northamptonshire County Golf Club Course Review
This underrated parkland course in the center of England presents an enjoyable challenge for golfers of all skill levels
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PXG 0317 T Iron Review
Joel Tadman puts the latest iron from PXG through its paces to see what low handicap golfers can expect
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Ryder Cup Scoring System And Format Explained
We examine how the Ryder Cup works, including the format, how many points are needed to win and the 2023 order of play
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Titleist TruFeel Golf Ball v Bridgestone e12 Contact Golf Ball: Read Our Head-to-Head Verdict
Two excellent value for money golf balls, but which one is best?
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TecTecTec KLYR vs Blue Tees Series 3 Max Rangefinder: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
How do these two great value golf rangefinders compare? We put them both to the test to find out.
By Joel Tadman Published
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Ping G430 vs TaylorMade Stealth Irons: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
Joel Tadman tests two of the most popular game-improvement irons to see if one outperforms the other
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Blue Tees Series 3 Max vs Inesis Golf 900 Rangefinder: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
Both are packed with features and come at an affordable price, but how do these two leading golf rangefinders compare?
By Joel Tadman Published
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Most Forgiving Irons 2024
Do you struggle to hit greens? Here's our guide on the most forgiving irons on the market
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Ping G430 Irons vs Ping G425 Irons: Our Head-To-Head Verdict
Joel Tadman puts the new iron up against its predecessor to see if the performance justifies an upgrade...
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Best Golf Rangefinders With Slope 2024
We take a look at the best golf rangefinders on the market with Slope functionality
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Garmin Approach S42 vs S62 GPS Watch: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
How do two of the best Garmin watches on the market compare? Here, we find out
By Joel Tadman Published
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TaylorMade 2023 P790 Iron Review
Joel Tadman puts the latest edition of this popular iron franchise from TaylorMade to the test to see what golfers can expect
By Joel Tadman Published