Waterproof Golf
For today’s keen golfer, waterproof golf can be a bit of a problem, because if there’s one word to describe the weather these days it would probably have to be ‘unpredictable’. When you’re out on the golf course there can be nothing worse than getting caught out by stormy weather and not being dressed for the occasion.
The weather is fine when you set off in the morning but as you approach the first tee and dark clouds begin to gather, you get the feeling that as the song goes, “there may be trouble ahead”.
You arrive at the first tee singing zipperdi doo dah, hit one straight down the middle, everything is going great until hole nine when the heavens open. This time you calmly slip on your waterproof golf suit, shelter under your golf umbrella until the rain eases, and then carry on with your game. When you’re well prepared, it’s happy days!
As long as the weather isn’t too bad it is still possible to enjoy playing golf in the rain, just take up the challenge and keep in a positive frame of mind. There’s no point in playing on if you are in a bad mood and constantly blaming the wet conditions, you have to be patient and accept that your score may suffer a little. Anyhow, having to cope with different weather conditions will actually make you a better player in the long run; and the more difficult the conditions, the more satisfaction when you play a good shot.
Your game needn’t be affected too much if you are wearing suitable clothing, a good pair of golf shoes will ensure that your feet aren’t sliding around as you swing, and if you can keep your hands reasonably dry with a towel your grip should be OK. It’s also about adjusting your game in wet weather, bear in mind that you may need more height as the ball isn’t going to travel as far as usual, and the greens will be much slower.
Invest in some decent waterproof golf clothing to keep you on course, and you will be sure to get your money’s worth if you live in an area where the weather is let’s say”changeable”. A lightweight, breathable, waterproof suit, can be easily rolled or folded up and stored in your golf bag, and don’t get cold feet when it’s raining, get yourself a good pair of waterproof golf shoes. Other considerations are a rain hat, an umbrella, a spare glove, and a few hand towels.
Many golf bags have a rain hood to keep your equipment dry, and some have golf umbrella holders which not only keep your bag dry but make it easier to take out your clubs when it’s raining. Keeping your clothing and equipment clean between rounds is important, left in the bag they can deteriorate or begin to smell. When you get home take out any wet or muddy clothing or equipment and get them clean and dry for the next time that you play.
- keep a waterproof suit in your bag
