How to choose the right golf glove
The golf glove protects your hand from wear and tear whilst also improving your grip on the club. But many players use a glove that's too large – or are unsure which model suits their game. Let us help you find the right golf glove!
Which hand should the glove go on?
Yes, you read that right. It happens more often than not that gloves are bought for the wrong hand. But it's not that surprising really. If you're a right-handed player (that is, the most common way to play, with your left shoulder pointing in the direction of play) then you should wear the glove on your left hand. And if you're a left-handed player, you wear the glove on your right hand.
How do you know which size golf glove to choose?
A glove should fit snugly, almost like a second skin, and there shouldn't be any part of the glove that isn't sitting tight. For example, at the fingertips, where excess material might be visible. When you stretch out your palm, the material should feel firm. The velcro fastening on the back of the glove should close no more than 75%. This is because the glove will stretch a little during the round or rounds. That way, there's still room to tighten the glove for a better fit.
What should I do to prevent the glove from wearing out so quickly?
One of the best suggestions we can give you is to alternate between multiple gloves during the round or between rounds. This gives the natural oils in every glove a chance to rise to the surface. To increase the lifespan of your golf gloves, there are few things worth bearing in mind. Many golfers today have the habit of putting their golf glove in a pocket in their bag after completing a round.
A golf glove is rarely completely dry after a round of golf – it’s usually damp from rain or sweat – so it’s important to put the glove somewhere it can dry. However, not in the sun, since it negatively affects the glove’s wear so try to leave it somewhere indoors while it dries.
All golfers have at some point experienced the unpleasant feeling of picking up a glove that feels more like sandpaper than leather. When the glove has dried out it’s worth placing it back in the plastic pocket it came with when you bought it.
Leather gloves
These gloves give optimal grip along with fantastic feel. Leather gloves give you an extra layer of skin which at the same time wicks away moisture. Leather gloves are often made from fine Cabretta leather. Prefer to have the same glove that the tour players use? In that case you’ll want to try the SciFlex and Stasof gloves.
FootJoy StaSof
StaSof in premium Cabretta leather has been the tour players’ favourite for over 35 years. It fits perfectly in all climates and conditions, offering maximum protection against moisture and perspiration, with exceptional grip and durability. Comfort is further enhanced by ventilation through strategically placed perforations and PowerNet™ mesh.
Titleist Players
A true winner for golfers who want a thin glove in soft leather with maximum comfort. If only the best is good enough, the Players glove is for you.
Titleist Perma Soft
A celebrated classic refined over the years. The seams are intelligently positioned to provide a comfortable grip without distractions when you hold the club.
FootJoy Cabrettasof
Handcrafted in premium leather for a comfortable fit and a soft feel, combined with freedom of movement and excellent breathability.
All-weather gloves
The most popular gloves that most people buy for their durability, which work well in any weather and are very well priced. Footjoy Weathersof is the bestselling glove and is extremely popular all over the world. Footjoy GTxtreme is also a very good glove that is slightly thicker and even more durable than Weathersof.
FootJoy GTxtreme
Glove with a stable grip even in wet conditions. Extra reinforcement in the palm for increased durability.
FootJoy Weathersof
A durable and reliable glove that has long been a bestseller. Ventilated mesh panels on the back of the hand provide flexibility and excellent breathability.
Rain gloves
These are the gloves that work best in wet conditions. With microfibre fabric, they give you excellent grip when it’s wet. The gloves have optimal breathability and dry quickly. Never let a little rain stop you from playing? In that case grab a Footjoy Raingrip which is very handy in wet conditions.
FootJoy RainGrip
Advanced rain glove from FootJoy that provides a unique grip in wet weather conditions. QuickDry material along the back of the glove offers optimal breathability and quick-drying effect.