Author: Max Mcvittie
A bit of a late bloomer to the game of golf, Max fell in love with the sport when he attended Saturday coaching sessions down at his local golf club after being inspired by friends and family members.
Max has remained a member of Eden Golf Club in Carlisle for a number of years now as he looks to get his handicap down into single figures. Most of his golfing career has been spent battling a permanent slice off the tee, which has led to some ugly rounds.
Having studied at the University of Sunderland, Max is starting out his dream career in sports journalism. During his time at university, he picked up valuable work experience at Reach PLC, BBC Radio Cumbria and GiveMeSport, whilst also getting work published in the Teesside Live. He also spent time working at a local weekly newspaper, Eskdale and Liddesdale Advertiser, as a general news reporter partially covering some local sport just north of the border in Langholm.
Max has just started his journey with the NCG working as the assistant equipment editor. He looks forwarded to reviewing the latest golf equipment, taking up an interest in reviews when buying his first golf club, a Cleveland RTX wedge.
With his bag not going under too many changes throughout the last few years, Max carries an M3 driver, Titleist GT3 Fairway Wood, M2 hybrid, a set of M2 irons, Callaway Jaws wedges and a TaylorMade Spider putter. And yes, Max is a bit of a self-proclaimed TaylorMade fan boy.

Why golf courses shouldn’t be designed to punish you
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 15, 2026

Why 2027 is the year to make Carden Park your group golf destination
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 15, 2026

Team USA continue Women’s PGA Cup dominance after historic week at Carden Park
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 9, 2026

I played with Jack Nicklaus at his peak – this is what impressed me most
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 8, 2026

One of golf’s most iconic halfway houses is now a private dining destination
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 4, 2026

Forget the last tee time. In Finland, you can play golf all night
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 1, 2026

Jon Rahm gave life to LIV Golf. His next move could kill it
By Steve Carroll, Tom Irwin | Aug 31, 2026

We played the best golf course in Finland – this is what it’s like
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 28, 2026

Is Finland Europe’s best-kept golfing secret?
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 27, 2026

“Hundreds of bad ideas”: What really goes into designing a golf club?
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 26, 2026

The biggest putting difference between pros and amateurs is not what you think
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 24, 2026

Are golfers regularly submitting big winning scores into the World Handicap System?
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 23, 2026

Best Putters 2026: 35 putters tested, over 2,500 putts hit, and these are the best in class!
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 18, 2026

Carden Park to host historic Women’s PGA Cup in landmark first
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 17, 2026

Why shorter golf courses are becoming so much more popular
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 11, 2026

‘It’s bucket-list stuff’ – Why the Hagen 54 is unlike anything else in golf
By Max Mcvittie | Aug 4, 2026

How putting with a wedge inspired one of golf’s newest putter brands
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 24, 2026

The luxury golf resort at the centre of the North West’s summer of golf
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 22, 2026

Northamptonshire County Golf Club to host prestigious amateur golf tournament
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 20, 2026

The 10 Best Putters to transform your Mid-Handicap into a Low-Handicap
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 16, 2026

The best places to watch England at the World Cup around Royal Birkdale
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 14, 2026

Best Driving Irons 2026: Distance and Control Off The Tee
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 13, 2026

Best Golf Balls for Seniors 2026: Distance and feel for those with slower swing speeds
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 10, 2026

How to play better golf in a heatwave: Expert tips to lower your score
By Max Mcvittie | Jul 1, 2026

Keith Mitchell WITB 2026: A style icon, but which clubs make it into the bag?
By Max Mcvittie | Jun 4, 2026

Tommy Fleetwood’s stepson earns a spot on Stephen Curry’s golf tour after a dramatic play-off win
By Max Mcvittie | Jun 4, 2026

WHS allows you to play from different tees in competitions – so why do some golf clubs still ignore this?
By Max Mcvittie | May 28, 2026

Why quick golf swing fixes rarely leads to lasting improvement
By Max Mcvittie | May 20, 2026

The common mistakes golfers make during lessons – and what you should do instead
By Max Mcvittie | May 20, 2026

1 year on and up to 50% off! Adidas Codechaos 25 Golf Shoes deals to be had
By Max Mcvittie | May 13, 2026

Sunday Golf Storm Ryder waterproof golf bag: The Perfect Balance of Weight and Waterproof Protection
By Max Mcvittie | May 12, 2026

What club golfers can learn from Rory McIlroy’s Master win
By Max Mcvittie | Apr 24, 2026

Stars rally behind Big Golf Race as Prostate Cancer UK eyes biggest year yet
By Max Mcvittie | Apr 22, 2026

How to go from a mid- to a low-handicap golfer
By Max Mcvittie | Apr 17, 2026

These Under Armour shoes combine summer style with tour-level performance
By Max Mcvittie | Apr 15, 2026

Bridgestone Tour B RX Golf Ball Review: A fantastic golf ball and now 44% off!
By Max Mcvittie | Feb 24, 2026

Golf Giveaways: Win a Dozen Titleist Tour Soft Golf Balls
By Max Mcvittie | Oct 16, 2025

Golf Giveaways: Win a Pair of Stuburt Rain Gloves
By Max Mcvittie | Oct 15, 2025

Golf Giveaways: Win a Pair of Oscar Jacobson Winter Mitts
By Max Mcvittie | Oct 10, 2025

Golf Giveaways! Win a two-night trip for four to Machrihanish and Scotland’s Kintyre peninsula
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 19, 2025

Golf Giveaways: Win an Under Armour Polo Shirt and Hoodie from the new Warning Collection
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 9, 2025

Golf Giveaways! Win a MacGregor Tourney Hybrid Stand Carry Golf Bag
By Max Mcvittie | Sep 8, 2025






























