Juniors: Golf Gloves

Q: Are golf gloves waterproof?

Traditional leather golf gloves aren&rsquo;t waterproof and therefore might not be the best option to use if it&rsquo;s raining. Many brands have now created all weather (synthetic) gloves that can be worn in any conditions. These are a great choice for golfers who love to hit the course no matter the weather forecast. Specific rain gloves are also available and sold in pairs so you can protect both hands during rainy spells on the links. These promise to repel rain, without sacrificing breathability and will also keep your hands dry and cool.

Q: Do you wear a golf glove for every shot?

While golf gloves aren&rsquo;t a required piece of kit, most players choose to wear one during a round to help ensure good grip. However, you might notice that many golfers take off their gloves to chip or putt. The reason for this is that during these strokes there is no &ldquo;hard swing&rdquo; that might cause the club to slip. Therefore, it is possible that a golfer would take off their glove to improve feel during these strokes.

GOLF GLOVES

Golf gloves are an important part of any golfer's kit. One of the most fundamental parts of the game is grip, and without it, golfers are unable to perform to the best of their ability. Golf gloves help by giving you that extra bit of control, especially important when your palms start sweating on the first tee!

It is important to make sure that your golf gloves are a good fit; they should be tight, but not so much that they restrict movement. Conversely, if your gloves are too loose, then the club will slip in your hands. This could destroy your accuracy and even cause painful blisters. If you are a left handed golfer you should wear a glove on your right hand and if you play right handed you should ideally wear a glove on your left hand.

Golf gloves are available in a variety of materials, including leather gloves, all weather gloves (also known as synthetic gloves) and even rain gloves. At GolfOnline our selection of winter and wet weather gloves will help to ensure your hands stay in top condition through fair or foul weather. We stock all the major brands like Nike, Callaway, Wilson Staff, FootJoy, Mizuno and TaylorMade.

Frequently asked questions

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What makes a good golf glove?

Choosing the right golf glove is an important part of ensuring your game stays at peak performance. A good glove should provide the right amount of tackiness between your hand and the club. Ideally, you want a glove that’s flexible, durable and comfortable. It is also important that your golf glove is a good fit. You don’t want it to be too tight that it restricts movement, and you don’t want it to be too loose that the club slips out of your hand, or you get blisters. Today’s golf glove manufacturers have taken into account every possible condition you might face on the golf course to ensure your glove is up to the challenge. From traditional cabretta leather, to all weather, rain and even winter gloves, GolfOnline has everything you’ll need to get a good grip.

What hand should I wear my golf glove on?

Golf gloves are vital in helping you get that extra bit of control on important shots. They are usually worn on a player’s “lead” hand, meaning the hand at the top of the grip. For right-handed players this means you would wear a glove on your left hand, conversely, a left-handed player would wear a glove on their right hand.

Are golf gloves waterproof?

Traditional leather golf gloves aren’t waterproof and therefore might not be the best option to use if it’s raining. Many brands have now created all weather (synthetic) gloves that can be worn in any conditions. These are a great choice for golfers who love to hit the course no matter the weather forecast. Specific rain gloves are also available and sold in pairs so you can protect both hands during rainy spells on the links. These promise to repel rain, without sacrificing breathability and will also keep your hands dry and cool.

Do you wear a golf glove for every shot?

While golf gloves aren’t a required piece of kit, most players choose to wear one during a round to help ensure good grip. However, you might notice that many golfers take off their gloves to chip or putt. The reason for this is that during these strokes there is no “hard swing” that might cause the club to slip. Therefore, it is possible that a golfer would take off their glove to improve feel during these strokes.

Are there any golf gloves on sale?

GolfOnline is proud to carry a huge variety of golf gloves to suit every player. Here you will find the biggest brands including FootJoy, Callaway, Mizuno, Titleist and more. We have incredible multi-buy offers and heavily discounted products available 365 days a year. Join our exclusive Loyalty Points programme, and earn points when you buy, submit a review or a referral. We also offer bonus points on certain products throughout the year. Use your points towards your next purchase for even more savings!