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PING G440 Max review: the forgiveness benchmark, quietly brilliant
If you slice, spray it, or just want to stop losing balls off the tee, this is the 2026 driver to buy — the most forgiving big-stick going, and a genuine buy-once club.
By Jordan Hale

Do expensive golf balls actually make a difference?
Yes — but probably not the difference you think, and probably not for you. The no-marketing answer, with the robot-test data to back it.
By Ross Hamilton

GPS watch vs phone app vs handheld: how should you get your distances?
Three ways to know how far it is, and they suit very different golfers. The honest pros and cons of each.
By Jordan Hale

Do golf gloves matter — and how many do you actually need?
It's the cheapest bit of kit you touch every swing, and most golfers treat it as an afterthought. Here's what actually matters.
By Jordan Hale

Takomo 101 MKII review: the irons quietly embarrassing the big brands
Half the price of a name-brand set, and good enough that you'll feel a bit silly for not trying them sooner. The direct-to-consumer irons reviewed.
By Jordan Hale

Blades vs cavity-back irons: which should you actually play?
One looks the part; the other saves your scores. The honest guide to picking the right iron for your game, not your ego.
By Jordan Hale

Kirkland Signature golf ball review: the ball that embarrasses the big brands
Three-piece urethane for about a third of tour-ball money, and robot tests keep putting it near the top of the value pile. The hard part is finding it.
By Ben Marsden

Mallet vs blade putter: which suits your stroke?
It's not about looks — it's about how your stroke moves and where you miss. The plain-English guide to choosing the right head.
By Ross Hamilton

Scotty Cameron Phantom review: the mallet that justifies the obsession
The most coveted putter brand in golf, in its most forgiving form. Is the Phantom worth the premium, or are you paying for the script on the sole?
By Ross Hamilton

Direct-to-consumer irons are the smartest buy in golf right now
You're paying a brand tax on irons and the independent data has finally called the bluff. Here's the case for buying DTC — and the one catch to manage.
By Dan Mercer

PuttOut Pressure Putt Trainer review: the cheap aid that actually gets used
Most training aids end up in the garage. This little ramp is the rare one that earns a permanent spot — here's why it works.
By Ross Hamilton

Titleist GT2 driver review: the easy-launching all-rounder most golfers should hit
The forgiving heart of Titleist's GT range — now the previous generation, and roughly 30% cheaper for it. Here's who it's really for.
By Jordan Hale

