There is one team that has silently placed itself in contention at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, that of Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin. The duo has had a great couple of rounds, going -12 to guarantee playing the weekend. Both showcased sublime stroke play to ensure minimal errors, as they have managed only two bogeys in 36 holes. We are here to focus on what Nick Taylor brings to his team to deliver such great performances. The answer is his equipment.
Nick Taylor prefers TaylorMade & Titleist
As far as brand preference goes, Taylor uses a mix of TaylorMade & Titleist clubs. A mix of the best of both worlds ensures that he can compete with the best players at the highest level. According to GolfWRX, his driver for long-distance holes is the Titleist TSi3. This one is ideal for players who are looking for balance in distance, control, and adaptability. It also generates incredible ball speed and has adjustable weight options to ensure complete comfort off the swing. At $549, it’s a steal!
Taylor also carries the TaylorMade Qi10 3-wood in his golf kit. TaylorMade has specifically designed this wood to provide ball speed and amazing carry while also offering a lot of forgiveness. Retailing at $299.99, this is indeed a good deal. He also has a 5-wood in the form of the TaylorMade SIM2 Max, and this one is exceptionally forgiving and protects the players on mishits. It also provides a lot of ball speed and control over spin. For $249.99, you couldn’t find a better 5-wood.
Making complete use of his available bag limit, Taylor also has the Titleist TSR2 hybrid club. His slower swing speed makes this club ideal to hit long shots while also ensuring it doesn’t take too much flight. This makes it easy for him to pierce through the wind. This one can be purchased for $449.
When it comes to irons, the golf veteran only uses a set of the Titleist T100, known for helping players hit accurate shots that can either hit from the center of the frame or catch the ball at an angle to get some curve on it, making it worth the $200/piece price.
Mar 14, 2024; Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, USA; Nick Taylor plays from the 3rd tee during the first round of THE PLAYERS Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: David Yeazell-USA TODAY Sports
That covers Nick Taylor from tee to approach shots. Let’s take a look at his set of clubs for other parts of the course.
Rough, tough, and on the green
Nick Taylor uses two varieties of Titleist wedges to ensure he gets the maximum support when stuck in tough spots. He has a couple of Titleist Vokey Design SM10, the 46-10F and the 54-14F. They are ideal for lower flight shots and more control over the spin off the frame. At $225 each, the SM10s are great for low-rise bunkers and roughs that don’t demand air.
But at times when Taylor does need more loft, he uses the Titleist Vokey Design WedgeWorks (58-T) instead. Blending beautifully with his set of irons, the wedge helps achieve the same level of control over spin and great feel while adding a lot more flight to the shots. This helps in digging the ball out of the bunker on a green that is at an incline. The variety of options it offers makes the WedgeWords worth its $249 price.
The last piece of arsenal in the 37-year-old’s bag is the TaylorMade Spider Tour Red. The excellent weight distribution, great perspective view, and forgiving frame help Nick Taylor putt more consistently. In a world where the best putters go for thousands of dollars, the modest $249.99 of the Spider Tour Red makes it a rare gem for anyone. He pairs these clubs up with the Golf Pride Tour Velvet grip and a set of Titleist Pro V1x golf balls.
What are your thoughts on Nick Taylor’s excellent bag of clubs? Do you think they will help them win the 2025 Zurich Classic along with Adam Hadwin? Let us know in the comments section.
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