Golf Gear Guide: Unlock Your Best Days on the Green
They say only a bad workman blames his tools. We assume whoever coined the idiom never had to contend with the super-slick greens and fiendish pot bunkers featured on the world’s most ambitious courses. To play your best, we recommend playing with the best. To help you reach your best golf season yet, SHARP assembled the best equipment, clothes, and accessories to help you play like a pro (or at least look the part).
Prada Navy Canvas Bucket Hat
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Nothing beats the heat quite like a bucket hat — and Prada’s subtle navy canvas does the job in style. Spun from cotton and dyed Baltic blue, this lightweight cap shields the face and neck from dreaded mid-summer sunburns, making long days on the course that much easier. ($1,150)
Jimmy Choo x Malbon Wood Cover
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Jimmy Choo & Malbon have teamed up to create a protective wood covering that guards your clubs and keeps your kit looking fresh. Chic JC logos embroider a playful pattern on the exterior — which is water-resistant, by the way — while cotton lining offers extra security inside. ($795)
Taylormade Tour Staff Bag
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Supplies are important, but it’s the bag that ties them all together. That’s why we picked the carbon fibre, hard-shelled Tour Staff Bag from TaylorMade; it’s got twelve pockets and a magnetic closure for quick access. To top it off, the sleek green stripe is easy to match with. ($700)
Loro Piana Kyne Bomber
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When you think of sportswear, it’s unlikely that Loro Piana comes to mind. Yet, with the high-performance Kyne Bomber, the brand proves a worthy contender. Constructed for maximum function, the lightweight jacket is built in a hardwearing ripstop and treated to repel water. There’s even mesh panelling on the sleeves to boot. ($4,610)
ECCO Golf Biom H5 Waterproof Golf Shoe
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Created to capture the thrill of golfing on the Scottish Highlands, these golf shoes evoke pastoral perfection. Performance leather provides a plush feeling all day long, while a score of practical features — waterproof membrane, washable insoles, adjustable fit — optimize each swing. ($319)
Dior Men’s Pouch for Golf Accessories
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Elevate your approach to on-the-course style with the sleek, textured look of this Dior bag. Whatever you call it — pouch, purse, or cross-body pack — one thing’s for sure: carrying your odds and ends has never looked better. (Price upon request)
Lululemon ABC Classic-Fit Short
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Available in five, seven, and nine-inch inseams, the ABC shorts distill clothing down to its essential qualities. Crafted for a smooth and breathable fit, these shorts hide a secret zippered pocket, phone sleeve, and snaps. ($88)
Puma MATTR Brigade Golf Polo
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In Puma’s world, “MATTR” denotes a special, sports-ready fabric. It’s named for three core pillars of the brand’s approach to fashion: Materials, Activity, and Research. Crafted with fast-drying technical fabric and four-way stretch, the Puma Polo is the ideal companion for a long day on the golf course. ($80)
L.A.B Golf OX.1i
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A golf gear roundup isn’t complete with including at least one putter, and the OX.1i — L.A.B Golf’s first-ever model with an insert — is too good to skip. Thanks to its shiny, stainless-steel insert, the OX.1i increases ball speed. Choose your length and feel the difference. ($700)
