Neil Tappin
In his current role, Neil is responsible for testing drivers and golf balls. Having been a part of the Golf Monthly team for over 15 years and playing off a handicap of 3, he has the experience to compare performance between models, brands and generations. For 2022 he thinks the main trend in drivers is: "In a word, consistency. Whilst all the brands are talking about ball speed (and the new drivers are certainly long), my biggest finding has been how much more consistent the ball flights are. Mishits don't seem to be causing the same level of drop-off or increase in the spin numbers. This means that more shots seem to be flying the way you want them to!" As far as golf balls are concerned the biggest development is in the, "three piece, non-Tour, urethane-covered section. For regular golfers, these models offer superb performance at both ends of the bag without denting your wallet quite as much as the premium Tour-played options."
Originally working with the best coaches in the UK to produce instruction content, he is now the brand's Digital Editor and covers everything from Tour player interviews to gear reviews. In his time at Golf Monthly, he has covered equipment launches that date back well over a decade. He clearly remembers the launch of the Callaway and Nike square drivers as well as the white TaylorMade driver families, such as the RocketBallz! If you take a look at the Golf Monthly YouTube channel, you'll see his equipment videos dating back over a decade! He has also conducted 'What's In The Bag' interviews with many of the game's best players like Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson and Jon Rahm. Over the years, Neil has tested a vast array of products in each category and at drastically different price-points.
Neil is currently playing: Driver: TaylorMade Stealth Plus Fairway Wood: Titleist TSi2 Hybrid: Titleist TS3 Irons (4-9): Mizuno JPX 919 Forged Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM7 46˚, 50˚, 54˚, 60˚ Putter: Odyssey Triple Track Ten Ball: Titleist Pro V1X
Latest articles by Neil Tappin
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TaylorMade Stealth vs Cobra LTDx Driver: Read Our Head-To-Head Verdict
Find out which golf driver out of the TaylorMade Stealth and Cobra LTDx is best for your game
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Motocaddy M-Tech GPS Electric Trolley Review
In our Motocaddy M-Tech GPS Electric Trolley review, Neil Tappin puts this premium model through its paces on the course
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Titleist Tour Soft 2022 Golf Ball Review
In this Titleist Tour Soft 2022 golf ball review, Neil Tappin sees what this mid-priced golf ball has to offer
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Titleist Tour Speed 2022 Golf Ball Review
In this Titleist Tour Speed 2022 golf ball review, Neil Tappin sees what this mid-priced urethane-covered model has to offer
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Honma TW757 S Driver Review
In this, Honma TW757 S driver review Neil Tappin puts this 455cc model up against the TaylorMade Stealth Plus
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Motocaddy Hydroflex Stand Bag
Our verdict on the Motocaddy Hydroflex stand bag having tested it fully on the golf course
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Bridgestone Tour B X Golf Ball Review
In this Bridgestone Tour B X golf ball review, Neil Tappin tests the distance promises from this premium offering
By Neil Tappin • Published
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FootJoy Lightweight Hoodie Review
In this FootJoy Lightweight hoodie review, Neil Tappin tests out the performance on the golf course at Essendon GC
By Neil Tappin • Published
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Snell Golf MTB-X Golf Ball Review
In this Snell Golf MTB-X golf ball review, Neil Tappin finds out how it performs in all areas of the game
By Neil Tappin • Published