Field Notes
How To Choose A Golf Glove (And When To Replace It)
A practical guide to choosing a golf glove, understanding cabretta leather, sizing correctly, and knowing when to replace it.
Cabretta vs Synthetic
Cabretta leather gives you the closest feel to gripping bare-handed. It wears faster but performs better. Synthetic blends last longer and tolerate rain better. For most weekend golfers, cabretta is the right call.
How To Size A Golf Glove
A golf glove should be snug in the palm with no bunching at the fingers. The Velcro closure should overlap at the midpoint. Most players find their clothing glove size runs about one size larger than their golf glove.
When To Replace It
Replace a golf glove when the palm shows visible wear or stretches loose. Most golfers who play twice a week go through two to three gloves per season.
The Ball Marker Bonus
A built-in ball marker on the Velcro closure means one less thing to search for on the green. Small feature, big round-to-round convenience.
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