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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Curo Golf Block Mid Layer Review
Joel Tadman tests out the quarter-zip top from this new apparel brand looking to combine performance with sustainability
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Skins Golf Tour Edition Glove Review
Joel Tadman tests out a new contender in the premium glove space to see how it the performance stacks up
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Callaway Fairway 14 Stand Bag Review
Joel Tadman tests this feature-packed stand bag out on the golf course over multiple rounds and reports back on the experience
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Cleveland Smart Sole 4 Wedge Review
We find out this forgiving wedge from Cleveland could help our tester overcome the dreaded chipping yips
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"You Won't Find A Better Iron For This Price" MacGregor MT-86 OS Iron Review
Joel Tadman takes this affordable players' distance iron to the course to put it through its paces
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GolfBuddy Laser Lite 2 Rangefinder Review
Laser expert Joel Tadman takes the Laser Lite 2 rangefinder from GolfBuddy for a spin over multiple rounds
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Bushnell Tour V6 Shift Rangefinder Review
Joel Tadman puts the latest Bushnell rangefinder through its paces on the course to see what golfers can expect
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The Ailsa Club - Making Trump Turnberry More Than Just A World Class Golf Experience
Joel Tadman took a trip to Trump Turnberry in Ayrshire to discover what the resort has to offer on and off the golf courses
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'I’ve Never Seen Anything Like It' - Eight New Products That Blew Us Away This Year
Joel Tadman picks eight of the most innovative products chosen from the 150 that feature in Golf Monthly's Editor's Choice 2023 Awards
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Edel SMS Pro Iron Review
Joel Tadman places the unique weighting system in Edel's compact players' iron under scrutiny in testing
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Editor's Choice 2023
Our expert equipment team select the leading 150 golf products on the market this year in their respective categories
By Joel Tadman Published
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SkyTrak+ Launch Monitor Review
We take a look at the SkyTrak+ launch monitor in greater detail and see how it stacks up versus the competition
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G/FORE Performer Nylon Slim Fit Jacket Review
Joel Tadman tests the latest Performer jacket from G/FORE on the golf course to see if the experience lives up to the name
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Castore Tech Trousers Review
Our verdict on the Castore Tech Trousers, having tested them on the course over multiple rounds
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KBS GPS Putter Shaft Review
Joel Tadman compares the GPS putter shaft to other design options to see how the performance stacks up
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Shot Scope X5 GPS Watch Review
Joel Tadman puts the X5 watch in play over multiple rounds to assess the GPS and shot tracking capabilities
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Galvin Green Alister Jacket Review
Joel Tadman puts the Alister jacket through its paces in all weathers over multiple rounds to assess the performance on offer
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Sure-Strike Training Aid Review
We test the latest training aid from Dan Frost to see how it can help golfers achieve better positions in their swing
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Peter Millar Pine Camo Performance Hoodie Review
Joel Tadman pulls over this lightweight hoodie option to see how it performs on the golf course over multiple rounds
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Evnroll EV5 2023 Putter Review
Joel Tadman takes the super adjustable Evnroll 2023 EV5 putter to the course to see what golfers can expect
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Duca Del Cosma Bernardo Shoe Review
Joel Tadman steps out in the headline shoe from Duca Del Cosma's Pro Spike Collection to see how it performs on the golf course
By Joel Tadman Published
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Arccos Joins Forces With EA Sports PGA Tour Game
Buyers of the EA Sports PGA Tour game will be offered a free set of sensors and trial of the Arccos Caddie app
By Joel Tadman Published
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Oceantee Premium Bamboo Tees Review
Our verdict on this collection of sustainable golf tees that should be easy to spot and last longer than a typical hardwood tee
By Joel Tadman Published
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Motocaddy S5 GPS Electric Trolley Review
Joel Tadman takes Motocaddy's latest S-Series electric trolley to the course to see what golfers can expect
By Joel Tadman Published