Articles by E. Michael Johnson

TaylorMade TP5 and TP5x TRK-R golf balls: What you need to know

Encompassing all the technology of its TP5 and TP5x golf balls, TaylorMade’s TP5 and TP5x TRK-R golf balls are designed to further enhance the launch-monitor experience. Although the balls are designed for indoor use, they are R&A and USGA-conforming and can be played in competition.

Cobra New Releases for 2025

Looking to learn what you need to know about the latest new products from Cobra? These handy thumbnails will keep you up to date on the company’s new releases across all club catetgories. Cobra 3D Printed Tour irons: Cobra leans in to its previous experience in 3D printing with its first fully commercial set of Read more…

Wilson New Releases for 2025

Looking to learn what you need to know about the latest new products from Wilson? These handy thumbnails will keep you up to date on the company’s new releases across all club and ball catetgories. Wilson Triad and Duo Soft balls: Wilson’s second iteration of its Triad ball moves weight from the ball’s core to Read more…

Bridgestone New Releases for 2025

Looking to learn what you need to know about the latest new products from Bridgestone? These handy thumbnails will keep you up to date on the company’s new releases across all club and ball catetgories. Bridgestone e12 Series golf balls: The latest iteration of Bridgestone’s e12 family of golf balls consists of three models: HiLaunch, Read more…

Bettinardi HLX 6.0 wedges: What you need to know

What you need to know: Bettinardi Golf introduces its sixth generation of wedges, the HLX 6.0. Developed from the company’s first milled wedges that launched in 2014, the forged 1020 carbon-steel head features milled sole shaping and machined grooves, while the design sports a ladder milling technique high on the back flange for a higher Read more…

Bridgestone e12 Series golf balls: What you need to know

The latest iteration of Bridgestone’s e12 family of golf balls consists of three models: HiLaunch, Straight and Speed. The designs are targeted at three specific types of players based off data gleaned by the four-million-plus ball fittings conducted by the company.

Cobra King and King X wedges: What you need to know

Cobra’s latest King line of wedges uses a metal-injection moulding process that produces tighter manufacturing tolerances, reducing the need for hand polishing that can lead to inconsistencies from club to club.

Wilson Triad and Duo Soft balls: What you need to know

What you need to know: Wilson’s second iteration of its Triad ball moves weight from the ball’s core to its mantle layer. Doing this allows for the density of all three layers (including the urethane cover) to be equal. That produces a ball that is better balanced with a higher moment of inertia to promote Read more…

Titleist New Releases for 2025

Looking to learn what you need to know about the latest new products from Titleist? These handy thumbnails will keep you up to date on the company’s new releases across all club and ball catetgories. Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x: The new Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x both feature a faster high-gradient core, Read more…

Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x: What you need to know

The new Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x both feature a faster high-gradient core, reformulated to maintain low long-game spin, increase ball speed and add spin on shots into and around the greens.

The clubs Nick Taylor used to win the 2025 Sony Open in Hawaii

Taylor ranked fourth in strokes gained/approach the green as well as fourth in greens in regulation with his Titleist T100 irons. He was solid on the greens as well, ranking ninth in putts per green in regulation with his venerable TaylorMade Spider Tour Red putter.

Mizuno New Releases for 2025

Looking to learn what you need to know about the latest new products from Mizuno? These handy thumbnails will keep you up to date on the company’s new releases across all club and ball catetgories. Mizuno JPX 925 Forged and Forged Black irons: Although the JPX925 Hot Metal line was launched last fall, this followup Read more…

Callaway’s Elyte iron family: what you need to know

The new Callaway Elyte iron line (the standard Elyte, the more forgiving Elyte X, the lighterweight Elyte Max Fast and higher-launching Elyte HL) feature numerous shared technologies. Among them is a face made from a high-strength stainless steel that allowed Callaway engineers (with an assist from artificial intelligence using real-player data) to create a thinner Read more…