10 Essential Winter Golf Items
You can have the best set of clubs money can buy, but if your winter kit isn’t up to scratch, you may as well leave them gathering dust in the garage for the next few months.
Golf in the winter can be tough, but the right gear can allow you to enjoy the game we all love all year round.
Proper winter golf outfits that comprise a quality waterproof jacket, trousers and jumpers, supported by the requisite accessories like a warm hat, snood and gloves, mean you can stroll the fairways in comfort and focus on your game.
Perhaps you play in a winter league, or maybe you just want to keep your swing sharp for when spring comes along next year.
Either way, give yourself the competitive edge with a combination of the products we’ve picked out below.
1. Waterproof Jacket
A waterproof jacket may seem like an excessively expensive financial outlay but in truth it is a long-term investment in your game that provides reassurance that whatever the British weather throws at you, you will still be in a position to perform to your best.
If you’ve not purchased a set of waterproofs for a while, you may well be surprised to see how the designs have improved in recent times with manufacturers understanding the frustrations of playing golf in a jacket. Fabrics are thinner, lighter and have more stretch to allow you to swing borderline unrestricted while customisable fit options are even more plentiful to ensure the jacket stays in position and doesn’t create unnecessary distractions.
They come in a range of price points and while generally you get what you pay for, especially when it comes to durability, there are some bargains to be had. Check the waterproof warranty and make a few swings to ensure it doesn’t feel bulky or tight and confirm the size is correct.
2. Waterproof Trousers
A matching pair of waterproof slacks (or pants if you’re stateside) is a must for winter golf. Not only will they keep you dry when it rains, but they will also stop mud from accumulating on your nice trousers underneath that you want to wear in the clubhouse…
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