2017 TaylorMade M1 driver review

Does it deliver on its promise of more forgiveness and adjustability?

We test out the updated TaylorMade M1 driver at Foresight Sports HQ using premium golf balls and our GC2 launch monitor

Joel Tadman
Deputy Editor

Joel has worked in the golf industry for over 15 years covering both instruction and more recently equipment. He now oversees all equipment and video content 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 or viewer find exactly what they are looking for.

He currently plays his golf at Burghley Park Golf Club in Stamford, Lincs, with a handicap index of 2.9.

Joel's current What's In The Bag?

Driver: TaylorMade Qi4D, 10°, Fujikura Ventus VeloCore+ Blue 6 S shaft.

Fairway woods: TaylorMade Qi4D, 15° and 21°.

Irons: Titleist T150, 4-PW

Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM11, 49°, 54° and 59°

Putter: L.A.B. Golf DF3

Ball: 2026 TaylorMade TP5x Stripe