If you frequent courses in the Northeast or Southeast, you've no doubt experienced rainy days. Lots of rainy days. And if you're like me, you don't let that get you down!
The right golf rain gear is important. All golf rain gear is constructed from lightweight fabric that allows free movement of the arms for an unencumbered golf-swing, and is completely silent and keeps the wearer comfortable in a wide range of temperatures. Unfortunately, high quality golf rain gear is expensive. Golf Guru Guy (GGG) has scouted out some good deals. Just click on Golf Rain Gear link on the home page and see who gets the GGG seal of approval
GGG recommends that you get a rain suit made or Gore-tex, which is the best material to have, just a little pricey A rain suit could run several hundred dollars, but we have seen deals as low as $129 or so And make sure you get one of those bucket hats. I know they look horrible, but if you want to keep the rain out of your eyes (especially if you wear glasses); they are the best hats to be wearing.
The Bag: You want a golf bag that keeps everything dry, from your clubs to that iPod you'd rather not have in your pants while you're trying to fetch a ball out of a water trap. It's an essential part of the wet-yip's arsenal. After all, there's nothing worse than letting your phone get rained on. Except maybe running it through the wash. Not that I have experience with that, of course...
Gloves: You should invest in a pair of rain gloves, because when it rains, that leather glove will soak up rain faster than a sponge " not to mention those grips. Rain gloves work better the wetter they are, so no matter what the downpour, you wont lose the grip
The Shoes: Beat the Wet Feet! Nobody likes wet feet, at the altar or the green! While they may not help you in the former, waterproof golf shoes will certainly aid you in the latter situation. The best are guaranteed not to get soaked, so hold on to that receipt in case they do! Investing in more than one pair cant hurt anything except your wallet, and will let them dry between rounds on the course. Bring a couple extra pairs of socks, as well.
The Umbrella: Cover from Above! A good golf umbrella goes a long way to make rain less distracting to a would-be wet-vet. And the true wet vets will tell you to not be stingy here! Get an umbrella with vents. This will keep it from inverting when you need it most.
While not a complete list, these are the must-haves for any golfer getting his round rained on. Dont go crazy (Unless you like dressing your tees in little ponchos, that is), but definitely look into some of the higher end stuff if you can afford it. If you dont mind braving the elements in order to enjoy a round, do yourself a favor: get some decent golf rain gear. Of course, if you want to be a literal wet-yip, who am I to argue? - 15255
The right golf rain gear is important. All golf rain gear is constructed from lightweight fabric that allows free movement of the arms for an unencumbered golf-swing, and is completely silent and keeps the wearer comfortable in a wide range of temperatures. Unfortunately, high quality golf rain gear is expensive. Golf Guru Guy (GGG) has scouted out some good deals. Just click on Golf Rain Gear link on the home page and see who gets the GGG seal of approval
GGG recommends that you get a rain suit made or Gore-tex, which is the best material to have, just a little pricey A rain suit could run several hundred dollars, but we have seen deals as low as $129 or so And make sure you get one of those bucket hats. I know they look horrible, but if you want to keep the rain out of your eyes (especially if you wear glasses); they are the best hats to be wearing.
The Bag: You want a golf bag that keeps everything dry, from your clubs to that iPod you'd rather not have in your pants while you're trying to fetch a ball out of a water trap. It's an essential part of the wet-yip's arsenal. After all, there's nothing worse than letting your phone get rained on. Except maybe running it through the wash. Not that I have experience with that, of course...
Gloves: You should invest in a pair of rain gloves, because when it rains, that leather glove will soak up rain faster than a sponge " not to mention those grips. Rain gloves work better the wetter they are, so no matter what the downpour, you wont lose the grip
The Shoes: Beat the Wet Feet! Nobody likes wet feet, at the altar or the green! While they may not help you in the former, waterproof golf shoes will certainly aid you in the latter situation. The best are guaranteed not to get soaked, so hold on to that receipt in case they do! Investing in more than one pair cant hurt anything except your wallet, and will let them dry between rounds on the course. Bring a couple extra pairs of socks, as well.
The Umbrella: Cover from Above! A good golf umbrella goes a long way to make rain less distracting to a would-be wet-vet. And the true wet vets will tell you to not be stingy here! Get an umbrella with vents. This will keep it from inverting when you need it most.
While not a complete list, these are the must-haves for any golfer getting his round rained on. Dont go crazy (Unless you like dressing your tees in little ponchos, that is), but definitely look into some of the higher end stuff if you can afford it. If you dont mind braving the elements in order to enjoy a round, do yourself a favor: get some decent golf rain gear. Of course, if you want to be a literal wet-yip, who am I to argue? - 15255
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