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National Club Golfer

Author: James Savage

Former equipment editor of NCG. Inconsistent ball-striker and tea-maker.

Callaway Apex hybrid vs. Big Bertha hybrid

Callaway Apex hybrid vs. Big Bertha hybrid

By James Savage | Feb 1, 2019

Read full article Callaway Apex hybrid vs. Big Bertha hybrid

Golf lesson

Why golfers choose new equipment over having lessons

By James Savage | Jan 28, 2019

Read full article Why golfers choose new equipment over having lessons

Titleist 2019 Pro V1

What to expect from the Titleist 2019 Pro V1 and Pro V1x

By James Savage | Jan 23, 2019

Read full article What to expect from the Titleist 2019 Pro V1 and Pro V1x

Mizuno ST190 drivers review

Why Mizuno’s ST190 drivers are their best yet

By James Savage | Jan 22, 2019

Read full article Why Mizuno’s ST190 drivers are their best yet

TaylorMade M6 irons vs. Callaway Big Bertha irons

TaylorMade M6 irons vs. Callaway Big Bertha irons

By James Savage | Jan 21, 2019

Read full article TaylorMade M6 irons vs. Callaway Big Bertha irons

Ping G410 driver

The Ping G410 driver is here – but how does it compare to the G400 Max?

By James Savage | Jan 21, 2019

Read full article The Ping G410 driver is here – but how does it compare to the G400 Max?

Ping G410 irons review

Ping reveal G410 irons – but how do they perform?

By James Savage | Jan 21, 2019

Read full article Ping reveal G410 irons – but how do they perform?

Ping G410 Crossover

We put the Ping G410 Crossover up against the G410 hybrid

By James Savage | Jan 21, 2019

Read full article We put the Ping G410 Crossover up against the G410 hybrid

Adam Long WITB

The clubs Long used to win the Desert Classic

By James Savage | Jan 21, 2019

Read full article The clubs Long used to win the Desert Classic

Justin Rose

The real reason Rose swapped TaylorMade for Honma

By James Savage | Jan 18, 2019

Read full article The real reason Rose swapped TaylorMade for Honma

Wilson D7 driver review

Why Wilson’s new driver should be on your radar

By James Savage | Jan 14, 2019

Read full article Why Wilson’s new driver should be on your radar

Padraig Harrington and Phil Bonham

‘Harrington’s a master tactician – he’ll have them putting from 30 feet off the green’

By James Savage | Jan 9, 2019

Read full article ‘Harrington’s a master tactician – he’ll have them putting from 30 feet off the green’

David Lipsky WITB

The clubs Lipsky used to win the Alfred Dunhill Championship

| Dec 16, 2018

Charles Howell III WITB

The clubs Howell used to end his PGA Tour title drought

By James Savage | Nov 19, 2018

Read full article The clubs Howell used to end his PGA Tour title drought

Cameron Champ WITB

Cameron Champ – Sanderson Farms Championship

By James Savage | Oct 28, 2018

Read full article Cameron Champ – Sanderson Farms Championship

Cleveland RTX-4

‘This is the quickest and easiest way to get your handicap down’

By James Savage | Oct 18, 2018

Read full article ‘This is the quickest and easiest way to get your handicap down’

Marc Leishman WITB

WITB: Marc Leishman – CIMB Classic

By James Savage | Oct 14, 2018

Read full article WITB: Marc Leishman – CIMB Classic

WITB: Lucas Bjerregaard – Dunhill Links Championship

By James Savage | Oct 7, 2018

Read full article WITB: Lucas Bjerregaard – Dunhill Links Championship

Ryder Cup Team Europe WITB

What gear did Team Europe use to regain the Ryder Cup?

By James Savage | Sep 30, 2018

Read full article What gear did Team Europe use to regain the Ryder Cup?

The special Ryder Cup shoes on show at Le Golf National

By James Savage | Sep 24, 2018

Read full article The special Ryder Cup shoes on show at Le Golf National

Justin Thomas talks through his Titleist driver

By James Savage | Sep 6, 2018

Read full article Justin Thomas talks through his Titleist driver

The fascinating tale behind Brooks Koepka’s Mizuno irons

By James Savage | Aug 12, 2018

Read full article The fascinating tale behind Brooks Koepka’s Mizuno irons

Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club review

Played by NCG: Bridport and West Dorset

By James Savage | Jul 10, 2018

Read full article Played by NCG: Bridport and West Dorset

Kedleston Park Golf Club Review

Played by NCG: Kedleston Park

By James Savage | Jun 7, 2018

Read full article Played by NCG: Kedleston Park

The secrets behind Scotty Cameron putters

By James Savage | Jun 5, 2018

Read full article The secrets behind Scotty Cameron putters

Bob Vokey’s short game secrets: Which wedges work best from the bunker?

By James Savage | May 31, 2018

Read full article Bob Vokey’s short game secrets: Which wedges work best from the bunker?

Rory McIlroy makes another putter change

By James Savage | May 4, 2018

Read full article Rory McIlroy makes another putter change

Golf balls

Should you always use the same golf ball?

By James Savage | Apr 24, 2018

Read full article Should you always use the same golf ball?

Royal Portrush Golf Club Review

Played by NCG: Royal Portrush

By James Savage | Mar 28, 2018

Read full article Played by NCG: Royal Portrush

Tour Players

Behind the scenes with Titleist’s European Tour fitter

By James Savage | Feb 7, 2018

Read full article Behind the scenes with Titleist’s European Tour fitter

Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club review

Played by NCG: Southport & Ainsdale

Crookhill Park Golf Club

Played by NCG: Crookhill Park

By James Savage | Jan 10, 2018

Read full article Played by NCG: Crookhill Park

The Dutch

Played by NCG: The Dutch

By James Savage | Dec 15, 2017

Read full article Played by NCG: The Dutch

Bro Hof Slott

Played by NCG: Bro Hof Slott (Stadium)

By James Savage | Dec 13, 2017

Read full article Played by NCG: Bro Hof Slott (Stadium)

Hillsborough Golf Club

Played by NCG: Hillsborough

By James Savage | Dec 11, 2017

Read full article Played by NCG: Hillsborough

Graeme McDowell chipping challenge

NCG vs. G-Mac: Blade vs. cavity-back wedge challenge

By James Savage | Nov 3, 2017

Read full article NCG vs. G-Mac: Blade vs. cavity-back wedge challenge

Bamburgh Castle

Played by NCG: Bamburgh Castle

David Leadbetter and Lydia Ko

David Leadbetter and Lydia Ko: Baseball bat drill

By James Savage | Jun 2, 2016

Read full article David Leadbetter and Lydia Ko: Baseball bat drill

Instruction: Good balance and posture with the driver

Instruction: Good balance and posture with the driver

By James Savage | Feb 29, 2016

Read full article Instruction: Good balance and posture with the driver

How to play better bunker shots with Scott Oxley

How to play better bunker shots with Scott Oxley

By James Savage | May 7, 2015

By James Savage

Read full article The clubs Lipsky used to win the Alfred Dunhill Championship

Dan Whitaker

What clubs did Molinari use to seal Europe’s Ryder Cup win?

By James Savage | Sep 30, 2018

Read full article What clubs did Molinari use to seal Europe’s Ryder Cup win?

By James Savage | Jan 12, 2018

Read full article Played by NCG: Southport & Ainsdale

By James Savage | Oct 4, 2017

Read full article Played by NCG: Bamburgh Castle

Tip: What height of tee should you use with your driver?

Tip: What height of tee should you use with your driver?

By James Savage | Oct 23, 2015

Read full article Tip: What height of tee should you use with your driver?

How to play a low wedge shot into the wind

How to play a low wedge shot into the wind

By James Savage | May 22, 2015

Read full article How to play a low wedge shot into the wind

Top 10: Golf course tips for beginner golfers

Top 10: Golf course tips for beginner golfers

By James Savage | May 12, 2015

Read full article Top 10: Golf course tips for beginner golfers

Read full article How to play better bunker shots with Scott Oxley

golf lesson

Video lesson: How to hit fairway woods and hybrids

By James Savage | Apr 17, 2015

Read full article Video lesson: How to hit fairway woods and hybrids