When I compare hybrid vs fairway wood for high handicappers, I generally give the hybrid an early advantage. Its shorter…
Author: Derek Whitfield
Derek Whitfield is a golf writer and equipment reviewer who believes the game should be fun before it is perfect. He covers golf tips and techniques, beginner guides, gear and equipment reviews, golf fitness, and course playing experiences — always with the relaxed, practical tone of someone who has shanked plenty of shots himself and learned to laugh about most of them. His work at Tappers Golf is built on one belief: golf does not need to be intimidating to be taken seriously. When he is not writing or testing the latest driver nobody asked him to review, Derek is losing golf balls in water hazards with impressive consistency, working on a swing that is always "almost there," and convincing friends that a good round is mostly about the company, not the score.
Golf Accessories Beginners Do Not Need: Skip These Costly Extras
Starting golf in the United States gets expensive quickly. Between clubs, green fees, range sessions, and lessons, it is easy…
Cardio Workouts for Golfers Who Walk the Course That Work
By the 15th hole, I do not want my legs deciding what kind of swing I make. That is why…
Best Golf Balls for Slow Swing Speed: Distance, Feel and Control
If I were shopping for the best golf balls for slow swing speed, I would start with soft feel, efficient…
How to Stop Practicing the Wrong Golf Skills and Improve Faster
Golf practice can feel productive even when it is quietly making the game harder. It is easy to stand on…
Best Golf GPS Watch for Beginners: 4 Top Picks to Buy in 2026
Golf gets complicated fast when you are new to the game. One minute you are choosing a club, the next…
Best Golf Gear for Fall Weather: Stay Warm and Swing Free
Fall is one of my favorite times to play golf. A US autumn round can begin with frost and heavy…
How To Build Stamina For Walking 18 Holes: Stay Strong
If my legs feel heavy by the 14th tee, another bucket of range balls will not solve the problem. Learning…
Golf Shot Tracking for Improvement: What Your Data Reveals
There is a funny thing about golf: you can walk off the 18th green feeling like you played well and…
Used Golf Clubs vs New Golf Clubs: The Smarter Buy for Your Bag
Golfers love new gear, but a shiny clubhead does not always mean better value—or better scores. When I compare used…