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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Scotty Cameron Super Select Newport 2.5 Plus Putter Review
Joel Tadman tests the latest putter from Scotty Cameron to see if the performance aligns with the premium price tag
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Tifosi Veloce Interchangeable Sunglasses Review
These stylish sunglasses come in at an affordable price but do they work well on the golf course? Joel Tadman found out
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"A Solution In Search Of A Problem" - Golf Ball Companies Respond To Model Local Rule Proposal
Golf's leading ball brands have had their say on the changes proposed by the USGA and The R&A to roll back the ball
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CaddyTalk Cube Rangefinder Review
Joel Tadman tests the Cube rangefinder, a unit that boasts a feature unique to the category that should save users time. But does it work?
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PXG 0211 XCOR2 Iron Review
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Titleist Players 5 StaDry Stand Bag Review
Joel Tadman puts the Titleist Players 5 StaDry stand bag through its paces on the course and reports back on the experience
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Best SIK Golf Putters
We take a look at some of the best SIK Golf putters currently on the market
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Is This The Most Underrated Iron Of 2023?
Joel Tadman considers if this latest iron from Yonex could be the most underrated iron launch of 2023
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GolfBuddy Aim W12 Golf Watch Review
Joel Tadman tests the latest golf GPS watch from GolfBuddy, the Aim W12, to see what golfers can expect
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Titleist TSR2 Hybrid Review
Joel Tadman tests the TSR2 hybrid up against the TSi2 currently in his bag to see if an upgrade is justified
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CaddyTalk Minimi Rangefinder Review
Joel Tadman tests the pocket-sized rangefinder from CaddyTalk, appropriately named the Minimi, on the course
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Mizuno JPX923 Tour Iron Review
Joel Tadman tests the most compact iron in the JPX923 iron range to see what golfers can expect from the performance
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Best Smart Phone For Golfers - Which One To Choose?
Whatever you're looking for, there's a smart phone to help you get the best out of your golf game
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Mizuno JPX923 Forged Iron Review
Is this the best all rounder on the market? Our verdict on this compact cavity back iron from Mizuno
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Wilson Dynapower Iron Review
Joel Tadman straps himself in to test this powerful distance iron up against its main competitors to see how it compares
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Cobra King Tour Iron Review
Joel Tadman tries out the new Cobra King Tour iron and was blown away by the visual and performance package
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TaylorMade P770 Irons vs Ping i230 Irons: Our Head-To-Head Verdict
Joel Tadman tests these two better player irons head-to-head to see which one ticks the most boxes
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How Golf Monthly Tests Products
We explain how Golf Monthly produces the most thorough, informed and accurate product reviews to best inform your buying decisions
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Srixon ZX5 Mk II Iron Review
The prior model was one of the best all-round golf irons money could buy but how does the new iteration stack up?
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Wilson Dynapower Carbon Driver Review
Wilson hopes its new Dynapower Carbon driver can compete with the big four in terms of performance but does it deliver?
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Srixon ZX7 Mk II Iron Review
Our verdict on this forged iron aimed at the better player that promises improved feel versus the prior version
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Srixon ZX4 Mk II Iron Review
Joel Tadman assesses the performance on offer from this new game-improvement iron from Srixon
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Ping G430 Iron Review
In this Ping G430 iron review, Joel Tadman puts it through its paces on the course to find out what golfers can expect
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TaylorMade Stealth HD Iron Review
Our verdict on this unorthodox game improvement iron said to deliver a high, draw-biased ball flight consistently
By Joel Tadman Published