The Accessories That Make The Golfer

So you’ve made the rounds on your local course. You’ve pitched and putted to perfection. You know your sand wedge from your mashie niblick and you’re ready to admit it: you’re a golfer. You live for the satisfaction of hearing the thwack of a well-hit ball, the thump as it lands squarely on the fairway, the little clatter when it rolls neatly into the hole. You spend your days practicing your swing with your umbrella or scrutinising the pros at the Open for tips. There’s just one thing – there’s a few accessories you’ll need before you can call yourself a real golfer.

The Glove

Available in all sizes to suit all players, the glove is one of the quintessential symbols of golfers worldwide. It’s not just a fashion accessory: it’s the key to good grip when making a shot. So it’s important to pick the right one for you.

Find a glove that fits you like – well, a glove. Too big, and you compromise your control; too small, and you risk tearing the glove every time you pull it on. It should be snug around the fingers and fit smoothly on the hand and palm. You can pick traditional full gloves or fingerless designs that expose your fingertips for increased control.

When it comes to materials, pick wisely – synthetic gloves have an advantage over leather in hot or wet weather when it comes to grip, but they’re less comfortable to wear and don’t last as long. Why not get the best of both worlds and have one of each?

The Clothes

Relax. No one’s suggesting you go for the classic cap, checked jumper and plus-fours. These days you’ll see a wide selection of clothing on golf courses, from jackets and waterproof trousers in the Galvin Green golf clothes range to trendy Adidas polo shirts. As well as ensuring you remain fashionable, of course, Galvin Green golf clothes and jackets help to keep you warm and dry in any weather.

The Trolley

If you want to keep fit you might not mind carrying a heavy bag of clubs around all day, but a trolley can do your stamina – and your back – a world of good.

The most economical models have just wheels, a handle, and a place to store your clubs. More advanced models have holders for golf balls, scorecards or even drinks and fold up to fit neatly into your car boot. Increasingly common are electric models, which feature small but powerful electric motors that take the strain out of pulling a heavy trolley across the course. Rechargeable batteries ensure efficient (and sufficient) power for a day spent on the green.

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