April 2016 Cover

We take a look inside the April 2016 edition of Golf Monthly, which includes a profile of Patrick Reed, one of the most flamboyant players in the world game, as well as over 20 pages of the best instruction, all the latest gear releases and much more...

 

 

 

 

1. Meet a Future Major Champion

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Nick Bonfield analyses Patrick Reed's career and explains why 2016 could be his most successful year to date.

2. Jordan Spieth's Right-Hand Man

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Caddie Michael Greller had a better view of Jordan Spieth's remarkable 2015 than most. He gives us his take on the World No.1

3. The Best New Gear Tested

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We put Callaway's XR16 driver through its paces, as well as new releases from Cobra, Mizuno, Ecco and Titleist.

4. The Best Courses In Ireland

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Kevin Markham discovers Ireland's courses have come out of the recession sharper than ever.

5. Patrick Reed's Guide To Making More Birdies

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The American tells us that being aggressive on and around the greens is the key to lower scores.

6. The Latest Gear Releases

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Major new releases from Titleist, TaylorMade, Srixon, PowaKaddy and Motocaddy.

7. A Tribute To Christy O'Connor Jnr

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We take a look back over the life and career of the legendary Irishman.

8. FootJoy's New FreeStyle Shoe

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FootJoy has focused on grip, comfort and mobility for its new release.

David Taylor

David joined Golf Monthly in 2015 as a content editor for the magazine and regularly contributes to the website. He has worked in magazine publishing and editing since 2003. He is a keen golfer and up until recently was a member of Blackmoor Golf Club in Hampshire. He has covered various big events and tournaments for GM, the highlight of which was witnessing Tiger Woods win his 15th Major at Augusta in 2019. Email: david.taylor@futurenet.com