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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Galvin Green Amos Jacket Review
Would a hood be a welcome addition to this new premium waterproof jacket or an unwanted distraction? Joel Tadman took it to the course in the rain to find out
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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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This New Junior Package Set Is Perfect For Getting Your Kids Into Golf
We test the new kids package set from TaylorMade to see if could propel your child to a fast start in the game of golf
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Best Golf Irons For Seniors 2024
The best golf irons for seniors offering high levels of forgiveness and help increasing clubhead speed
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Best Game Improvement Irons 2024
Our in-depth guide to the best game improvement irons designed to help you find the green more easily, more often
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GForce Wedge Trainer Review
Joel Tadman takes this short game training aid to the practice ground to see how it could help improve greenside results
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Bushnell Pro X3+ Laser Rangefinder Review
Bushnell has added a new feature to the Pro X3, which has now become the Pro X3+. Is it worth the upgrade? Here's our verdict...
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FootJoy Pro/SLX Golf Shoe Review
The popular model has been updated for 2024 - so what we do think of the changes? Here's our verdict...
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Scotty Cameron 2024 Phantom 9 Putter Review
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Best Mizuno Irons 2024
Mizuno are known for producing some of the best irons on the market. Here, we take a look at some of them.
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Best Budget Golf Rangefinders 2024
In this guide we look at the best budget golf rangefinders on the market that show you don't have to break the bank to get a quality device
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Best Budget Irons 2024
Irons to help you get the most from your game but that won’t break the bank
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Best Golf Gloves 2024
Your hands are the only point of contact with the club, therefore it's crucial you have a glove which will perform. Here, we take a look at the best on the market
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Most Forgiving Irons 2024
Looking for a set of irons that will offer forgiveness on off-centre strikes? Here, we take a look at the best sets currently on the market
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Sure-Set Training Aid Review
Joel Tadman tests out the new Sure-Set Training Aid to see how it can improve his swing.
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Best Ping Irons 2024
We take a look at the best Ping irons on the market, which features everything from workable players’ irons to forgiving, game-improvement clubs
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Best Voice Caddie Rangefinders 2024
We run through some of the best Voice Caddie rangefinders currently available on the market
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Best Cheap Golf Launch Monitors 2024
We collate some of our favorite launch monitors that are ideal for the more budget-conscious golfer.
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Best Electric Golf Trolleys 2024
Read our guide to the best electric golf trolleys on the market this year
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Best Golf GPS 2024
We take you through the best golf GPS devices on the market this year
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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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Porto Santo Golf Course Review
Designed by the great Seve Ballesteros, there is much to enjoy should you peg it up at this stunning location
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Best Value Golf Balls 2024
Check out our guide to the best value golf balls that offer good all-round performance without breaking the bank
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Best Golf Wedges 2024
In need of a new set of wedges? Check out our in-depth guide to the best golf wedges currently on the market
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