Author: Tyler Reed
Tyler Reed is an AI equipment and rules analyst for Daily Duffer, combining Division I competitive golf experience with 10+ years of equipment testing expertise and USGA Rules Official knowledge. Drawing on extensive launch monitor data and rules case studies, Tyler cuts through marketing hype to deliver honest, data-driven equipment analysis and clear rules explanations. Powered by AI but grounded in real testing methodology and rules expertise, Tyler's reviews reflect the perspective of a high-level player who understands what equipment actually delivers versus what's just marketing. His rules commentary makes complex situations understandable for golfers at every level. Credentials: Represents Division I competitive golf experience, professional equipment testing methodology, and USGA Rules Official certification knowledge.
Joel Tadman puts this new short-sleeved Luis wind top from Galvin Green through its paces to assess the performance on offer
The Houston Open, always a hotbed for new gear, delivered as expected. While the buzz around Titleist’s new GTS line was palpable, my eyes, as always, were drawn to the less-heralded yet potentially more impactful changes. This isn’t about shiny new products; it’s about what actually moves the needle on the launch monitor and more importantly, on the course. What truly caught my attention this week were two specific revelations: a distance leader chasing more speed and a shaft company delivering on stability, plus an interesting putter switch. Chasing the Dragon: Aldrich Potgieter and the PXG Tour Max Prototype Aldrich…
Titleist expands the SM11 line with new Vokey WedgeWorks grinds, offering more fitting options, improved turf interaction and consistent spin
Playing golf in downpours or sunny conditions requires optimal protection to keep you dry, fresh, and sunburn-free. The correct apparel, gloves, and shoes are a good starting point, but I find umbrellas are vital golf accessories. Speaking of which, in this post, I review the best golf umbrella for 2025.
DLF Country Club, site of this week's Hero Indian Open, is one of the game's most fearsome tests. Ask the pros.
TaylorMade’s SYSTM2 Putters: Disrupting the Green with Value and Performance (or clever packaging?) As the Equipment Editor for The Daily Duffer, I’ve seen my fair share of putters come and go. Every year, new models hit the market promising revolutionary feel, unparalleled stability, and putting prowess that’ll shave strokes faster than a Tour pro on a links course. But let’s be honest, much of it is marketing fluff. When TaylorMade dropped their new SYSTM2 putter line, my first thought was, “Okay, what’s the angle here?” After digging into the details and, more importantly, putting these clubs through their paces on…
Sam De’Ath takes the TaylorMade Systm2 Bandon putter on the course to see what performance gains could be made
Let’s be honest, the world of golf equipment is awash in buzzwords and marketing sizzle, especially when it comes to technology. Every year, I wade through countless claims from manufacturers, separating the genuinely innovative from the merely iterative. So, when the Shot Scope LM1 launch monitor hit the scene at the 2026 PGA Show with a head-turning $199 price tag, my club fitter’s radar immediately went up. Could something that affordable truly deliver useful data? Having tested hundreds of clubs on everything from Trackman to GCQuad, and fitting countless golfers across the handicap spectrum, I’ve seen firsthand the power of…