Help out a newbie by giving a gift they'll need next summer.
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Thanks to golf being considered a relatively safe sport in 2020, during a worldwide pandemic, there are many, many more beginners taking up the game, and that’s great! We love it. But for those who have been playing golf for years or decades, the best thing we can do is help bring the beginners along, in one way or another. One easy way is equipping them with what we think might help usher further interest in the game. For example, a set of alignment sticks accomplishes a few things:
1. The most superficial is just looking like a player. Bust out the alignment aid and it’s clear you’re taking this game seriously.
2. You can learn a lot from your divot. Are you catching more turf than you intend to? You’ll find out. Cutting across the ball? Your divot will definitely tell you.
We’ve assembled a handful of great beginner’s gifts that basically every golfer can benefit from. And while you’re hooking up that beginner, don’t be afraid to buy for yourself as well.
8 perfect gifts to buy for beginner golfers
ECCO Street Retro LX
The ECCO Street Retro LX have a clean, understated profile, but don’t let that fool you. These shoes are loaded with technology including ECCO’s HYDROMAX treatment, which keeps your feet cool and dry in any type of weather. These shoes are built with camel and the full-grain leather upper is made for strength and a comfortability both before and after you break them in. The E-DTS traction system comes with 100 TPU traction bars for nearly 800 stability traction angles, helping to prevent slipping or sliding when walking or swinging a golf club. Last and far from least, the ergonomically designed soles promote exceptional comfort and long-lasting support and come with a comfort-fiber inlay sole that is both removable and easily cleanable. The question you really should be asking is whether or not these should become your everyday shoes, not just for playing golf. If you’re like us, you’ll never want to take them off.
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Asher Golf to create something truly special. This Limited Edition Box includes 3 ASHER Premium, AAA Cabretta gloves that celebrate Jack Nicklaus’ timeless win at the ’86 Masters, GOLF’s reimagined logo and the United States of America.
The Puma 1/2 Zip Wind is the perfect jacket for a windy day. Its 4-way stretch fabric provides great flexibility and its wind-resistant technology tempers the bad weather. Additionally, its hand pockets and a relaxed easy fit with an elastic banded bottom offer a warm and comfortable feel on the course or off.
The Theragun Mini Percussive Therapy Device is powerful and portable. This pocket-sized device offers quality deep muscle treatment. It features an ergonomic grip, 3 speeds, and a proprietary brushless motor with QuietForce technology. A 1 year warranty is included.
Under Armour’s Airvent cap provides breathability and keeps you cool with AirVent technology. The HeatGear sweatband will keep your head cool and dry. And the hat’s lightweight construction and stretch fabric will make for a comfortable fit, especially thanks to an adjustable closure.
A necessity for hiking, kayaking, or just commuting to work. the double-wall vacuum insulated cup keeps your drink cool from the first pour to the last sip. The durable, shatter-resistant bottle is dishwasher safe for when it needs a full clean. The TripleHaul handle is easily removed and the Chug Cap is included with the bottle.
Made specifically for golfers who prefer to walk than ride, the FlexTech Lite Yarn Dye stand bag weighs in at only 4.1 lbs, and features a 4-way top with internal-boxed dividers and eight roomy pockets for carrying golf balls, tees, accessories and apparel. Specific pockets include full-size side pockets, a rangefinder capsule for quick access, a seam-sealed valuables pocket with micro-suede lining, and a non-invasive water bottle pocket. It’s also equipped with a FlexTech stand system that offers smooth release and a self-adjusting strap system that allows stable carrying. It’s the right stand bag for the player who wants everything in easy reach in a subdued, classic profile.
Sean Zak is a senior writer and author of Searching in St. Andrews, which followed his travels in Scotland during the most pivotal summer in the game’s history.
