Martin Hopley
Martin Hopley is one of the foremost UK equipment reviewers with over 20 years' experience. As the former founder of Golfalot.com he was an early pioneer of online reviews and has also been a regular contributor to other titles. He is renowned for his technical knowledge and in-depth analysis, which he now brings to Golf Monthly.
Latest articles by Martin Hopley
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Titleist TruFeel 2022 Golf Ball Review
We test out the TruFeel golf ball to see if the performance delivers out on the golf course and in testing.
By Martin Hopley Last updated
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What Is Torque In A Golf Shaft? We Explain All
Martin Hopley explains what torque is in a golf shaft and why it benefits you
By Martin Hopley Published
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What Is Smash Factor In Golf? We Explain All
Martin Hopley reveals what your smash factor is, how to calculate it and how to interpret this valuable data point
By Martin Hopley Published
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What Is Swing Weight In Golf? Here's A Simple Guide
Martin Hopley explains what swing weight is in golf clubs and how it affects the feel and performance golfers experience
By Martin Hopley Published
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LA Golf Bel-Air Putter Review
Martin Hopley goes west to meet the LA Golf Bel-Air putter and analyse the performance on offer
By Martin Hopley Published
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Penfold Ace Golf Ball Review
Penfold Ace golf ball channels your inner Bond with a modern take on a classic brand.
By Martin Hopley Published
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Makefield V-S Putter
Makefield V-S Putter offers multiple weight options to position the CG to optimise your stroke.
By Martin Hopley Published
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7 Cool Gear Launches
Martin Hopley reveals the 7 cool gear launches you may have missed at the start of 2023
By Martin Hopley Published
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Cleveland Frontline Elite Rho Putter Review
Cleveland Frontline Elite Rho Putter uses multi-materials to create forgiving mallet putter with soft feel
By Martin Hopley Published
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Cleveland Frontline Elite 1.0 Putter Review
Cleveland Frontline Elite 1.0 Putter brings forgiving technology to a blade putter
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon Z-Star Diamond Golf Ball 2023 Review
Srixon Z-Star Diamond Golf Ball 2023 combines the best of Z-Star and XV to combine feel and distance for better players
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon Z-Star Divide Golf Ball 2023 Review
Srixon Z-Star Divide Golf Ball 2023 takes a Z-Star golf ball and splits it in two with yellow and white halves to create premium ball with multiple alignment options
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon Z-Star XV Golf Ball 2023 Review
The Srixon Z-Star XV golf ball 2023 offers a faster core and a revised cover for more control with a firmer feel
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon Z-Star Golf Ball 2023 Review
Srixon Z-Star Golf Ball 2023 continues the soft feel and premium performance of this three-piece ball
By Martin Hopley Published
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TaylorMade Spider GTX Putter Review
TaylorMade Spider GTX Putter returns to the look of Spider X with more forgiveness and new colours
By Martin Hopley Published
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TaylorMade Spider GT Max Putter Review
TaylorMade Spider GT Max Putter brings an innovative adjustable weight track to a forgiving head to fine tune your stroke.
By Martin Hopley Published
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Cleveland CBX Full-Face 2 Wedge Review
Cleveland CBX Full-Face 2 wedge combines cavity back design with feel and performance of blade wedge for more forgiveness.
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon Soft Feel Golf Ball 2023 Review
Srixon Soft Feel Golf Ball 2023 continues the fine performance of this low compression ball.
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon ZX Mk II Utility Iron Review
Srixon ZX Mk II Utility Iron combines forgiveness of a hollow head with the blade looks of the previous model to create a utility iron with wider appeal.
By Martin Hopley Published
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TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD Driver Review
TaylorMade Stealth 2 HD driver brings easy to hit forgiveness and distance to a wider range of golfers
By Martin Hopley Published
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TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus Fairway Review
The TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus Fairway features new sliding sole weight to vary spin and launch. But does it work?
By Martin Hopley Published
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TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus Rescue Hybrid Review
The TaylorMade Stealth 2 Plus Rescue Hybrid has undergone major design changes but do they deliver?
By Martin Hopley Published
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Cleveland RTX 6 ZipCore Wedge Review
The Cleveland RTX 6 ZipCore wedge features enhancements in forgiveness and spin that could well make it one of the leading wedges on the market.
By Martin Hopley Published
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Srixon ZX Mk II Fairway Review
The Srixon ZX Mk II fairway is put in the hands of the experienced Martin Hopley to test the performance on offer
By Martin Hopley Published