It’s better to give than to receive, no doubt. But someone’s also searching for what to get you this holiday season. So be generous — and pass along GOLF’s 2020 Best of Everything Shopper’s Guide. For more of GOLF’s Best of Everything, check out the Nov./Dec. 2020 issue of GOLF Magazine, or visit GOLF’s Pro Shop here.
For our breakout Best Of lists, click here: best polos | best pants | best shorts | best golf shoes | best headware | best women’s items | best layering items | best essential items | best on-course essentials | best clubhouse essentials | best accessories
Essential Accessories
A set of head-turning headcovers
Seamus Golf’s head-cover collection features endless options to choose from. It’s one of the greatest things about the brand. There are unique and attractive prints, custom major championship detailing and even designs celebrating your favorite college sports team. The variety is endless, which also is one of the toughest things about buying a Seamus headcover. It’s nearly impossible to pick just one.
Seamus Headcovers
A pair of tech-forward earbuds that fit just right
The new Bose Quiet-Comfort earbuds will transport you into your own zone during practice sessions. They’re designed with internal and external microphones to cancel out unwanted noise, and they have supersoft nozzles that contour to your ear to create a seal from the world outside. Quiet-Comfort earbuds also have intuitive touch technology, they’re sweat- and water-resistant, have Bluetooth connectivity and six hours of battery life. Dial up your favorite playlist and you’ll feel right at home on the range.
Bose Quiet-Comfort Noise Canceling Earbuds
A stay-hydrated-all-day water bottle
Yeti makes some of the best water bottles in the biz, and this 20 oz. offering is the real deal. It holds enough water to quench your thirst without weighing down your bag. And you never have to worry about your bottle being damaged or your beverage changing its temperature.
YETI Rambler Elements Collection 20 oz Tumbler
$34.99
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An always-reliable rangefinder
The Bushnell Pro XE is a compact, waterproof unit that packs a punch. It offers a slope function that evaluates elevation changes, temperature and barometric pressure before delivering an exact number to the target. It also boasts a range of 1,300 yards, 7x magnification and a pulsing red ring that reinforces when you’ve locked on to the flag.
Bushnell Pro XE
A warm-up speed stick
Superspeed’s training system has become a darling of the pros in recent years. Its new model, the Superspeed C, features an additional counter-balanced weight in the grip to help increase hand speed. It’s light enough to keep in your bag and makes an easy tool for a quick warm-up.
SuperSpeed Training System
Clubhouse Leaders
A fitness tracker to check your progress
Few products offer the ability to experience exactly what the pros do. Now you can. Whoop allows you to monitor your fitness and performance just like Rory. With the ability to track physiological data 24-7 and access to daily analytics, Whoop optimizes your performance in round, all day and overnight.
Whoop Strap
A luxury watch for any time or place
The Rolex Datejust 41 tells you the time. It tells you the date. It tells your playing partners you are not messing around. The Oystersteel case is lightweight and extremely resistant to corrosion. The Jubilee bracelet practically cradles your wrist. This beautiful timepiece is an everyday companion that will last you a lifetime.
Rolex Date Adjust 41
A shoe bag you can always depend on
Your shoes might get a little dirty. Your shoes, ahem, might get a little smelly. Your shoe bag might get very dirty and smelly once you close it up. The Ogio Shoester golf-shoe bag has your shoes covered, and it has the mess covered. Sleek and compact, the bag can be cleaned easily with a washrag or even a hose. That’s fresh.
Ogio Shoester Shoe Bag
A sturdy and trust-worthy travel bag
The Sun Mountain Kube travel cover can go anywhere. When extended, it protects your clubs with a plastic shell exterior and a padded interior. It has two wheels at its base. It’s available in eight colors. The Kube can also be stored anywhere because it folds up into, yes, a tidy and compact cube.
The Sun Mountain Kube
A powerful charger with serious style
When you’re enjoying a nice round on a beautiful course, the last thing you want to be worried about is your phone dying. That’s why we suggest the handy and handsome Courant Carry charger. It can fit as easily in your golf bag as your pocket, and it’ll never let you down when you need it most.
Courant Carry Charger
Smart Shorts
Colorful shorts with a splash of personality
If you want to show a little flair on the course without going all-in, put Greyson GOAT shorts on your list. Featuring a stylish Greyson print in a striking color, these shorts offer the perfect balance between flash and class alongside performance tech to keep you forever cool and always comfortable.
Greyson Queen Bee
$104
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A pair of ultra-stretch shorts made to move
In warm weather, you want shorts that are light, flexible and keep you cool. These Adidas Ultimate365 shorts check all of those boxes. Available in eight different colorways, the 365 shorts are designed with stretch fabric and a stretch waistband to be nonrestrictive during your swing. They also feature moisture-wicking and water-resistant tech to guard against sweat and rain.
Adidas Ultimate 365
$38.97
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Classic shorts for those country club rounds
A brand built at the intersection of sport and suave, Greyson apparel comes with a reputation that far exceeds its price tag. In its purest form, the Montauk shorts represent the beach town from which it derives its name: unpretentiously luxurious. These shorts earn top-of-the-line marks in both style and performance — particularly for those looking for something that’s easy to match to any number of golf shirts.
Greyson Montauk Golf
$115
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Shorts you can take to the course and the beach
The Linksoul Solid Boardwalker shorts help keep you cool. They help you keep your cool, too. With nine colors available, you’ll never run out of choices. With three front pockets and three on the back, they hold anything. With four-way stretch fabric, they’re comfortable. Cool.
Linksoul 4-way Stretch Boardwalker
$65
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An updated pair of go-to shorts
There’s something about a pair of shorts that just fit perfectly. These Lululemon Commission shorts 9″ Oxfords are short enough to be worn everywhere (even the beach) but plenty long to make sense at the golf course. They definitely fit snug everywhere, just like a classic pair of chinos, but the material will stretch to the contours and movement of your body throughout the golf swing.
Lululemon Commission Shorts
Heady Stuff
A casual, everyday cap
TravisMathew makes hats that work on and off the course, but one of our favorites for both is the Patch, which sports the brand’s signature patch in a subtly clean design. With color schemes aplenty, there are also fitted models tailored to specific states.
TravisMathew The Patch
$29.95
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A shady bucket hat
Every golfer needs a go-to bucket hat like they need a birdie on the home hole. Not only does it provide some much-needed protection from the sun, but it’s casual and fun. The Adidas UPF Sun has a removable drawstring to fit to your liking and it comes in white and gray — colors that match everything.
Adidas UPF Sun
$19.97
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A classic baseball cap
Puma’s P 110 Snapback is a modern take on a classic cap. We love its simplicity and handful of color schemes. The Snapback incorporates a sweat-wicking headband, so you’ll remain the coolest cat on course.
Puma P 110 Snapback
$24.98
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A rustic rope hat
Looking for something a little different? Aren’t we all? That’s why you’ll love the Titleist Tour Rope Flat Bill, which has not only a throwback rope dotting the bill just below the classic Titleist script, but a cool flat bill design to boot. Old-school meets new-school.
Titleist Tour Rope Flat Bill
A high-profile visor
Golf remains a hat-dominated sport, but every golfer should have a visor in their rotation, too. It offers more breathability and a wider brim for increased sun coverage. Imperial’s Tour visor collection — aptly named for the high-brim style you see among the pros — offers a wide range of styles as well as personal customization.
Imperial’s Tour visor
Layering
A classy cardigan
If the Nike Dri-Fit Player cardigan is good enough for golf’s preeminent cardigan aficionado, Tommy Fleetwood, it’s certainly good enough for your look. Dri-Fit technology means this old-school sweater is loaded with new-age comfort and breathability, a particularly important element for playing on those rap-idly warming fall mornings. Just about the only thing this quintessential look can’t help you do is sprout a Fleetwoodian flow, but that’s a trade-off we’re willing to make.
Nike Dri-Fit Player Cardigan
A snazzy zip-up that stands out
The Dunning Fidden 1/4 Zip is perfect for all occasions: the golf course, the 19th hole, or a Saturday that doesn’t even involve teeing it up. But wear this one on the links and you won’t regret it. It’s polyester fabric stretches and makes it easy for you to swing your swing, and better yet it’s comfortable, warm and looks good, too.
Dunning Fidden ¼ Zip
$54.5
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A reliable rain jacket
This limited-edition Masters-inspired version of Galvin Green’s Gore-Tex Alec rain jacket is perfect for those April (or November) showers. It’s seam-sealed and totally windproof, so for you diehards, this is a must.
The Galvin Green Jacket
A golf hoodie with style and substance
TravisMathew has earned its name as a purveyor of cool golf gear, which is precisely why we’re looking to them to keep us warm. The Wanderlust hoodie, in all its four-way stretching, full-zipping glory, is the perfect addition to your game when temperatures begin to dip. It’s a good bet TM recommends their lightweight wind-cheater for those early beach mornings as well.
TravisMathew Wonderlust Hoodie
An emergency pullover for every occasion
The Playthrough Performance Golf half zip from Bonobos will quickly become your go-to garment whether you’re heading out for that late-after-noon nine or running to the store to pick up milk. Its versatility demands you keep it close at hand. It’s light and designed to layer under a jacket or heavier sweater. But it’s insulated enough to be worn on its own when the temps heat up. It comes in black, white and gray, so it’s the ultimate neutral no matter what other colors you choose. The superior functionality and streamlined look make the Playthrough the easy choice for a breezy day.
Bonobos Playthrough Performance Golf Half Zip
In the bag
A convenient mask
Health concerns are now part of daily life. So the name of the game is to remain prepared. GOLF and BreakingT are here to help with a new three-pack face mask set, each with a unique GOLF-inspired design. Throw one in your car, in your backpack and in your golf bag and you’ll never be unmasked.
GOLF Mask Pack
A comfy pair of socks
Socks don’t reach out and grab you like some of the other flashier golf apparel, but trust us, with Kentwool, one round is all you’ll need. These Classic Ankle Essentials are for every day, not just for golf. But they will have your feet feeling fresh even after 18 holes. The best test is to wear them for a full 36. That’s how you know the material can hold up to anything.
Kentwool Classic Ankle Socks
A well-fit pair of shades
It’s not always easy to find sunglasses that fit comfortably and look great under a golf hat, but Oakley has your answer with their Sylas frames. They’re made of O-Matter for durability, have a streamlined look and a three-point fit that helps hold the glasses in place. The Sylas are available in polished black/prizm gray and polished rootbeer/prizm bronze. High style, serious tech.
Oakley Sylas
$116
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A belt for the best of rounds
Belts are, almost by definition, a utility product. That doesn’t mean they have to be boring. The Golfers Collection from Beltology features 13 different handcrafted and flexible designs for the golfer who wants to give their outfit a stylish accent without sacrificing the essentials.
Beltology Golfers Collection
A long-lasting golf glove
It’s important to have a golf glove that’s playable in all conditions and doesn’t force you to break the bank. FootJoy’s Sta-Sof fits the bill and won’t cost too many of them. A supple and durable APL leather gives the glove a luxurious feel and solid grip. Strategically placed perforations and mesh ensure your hand stays bone-dry — in any conditions.
Footjoy Sta-Sof Golf Glove
For our breakout Best Of lists, click here: best polos | best pants | best shorts | best golf shoes | best headware | best women’s items | best layering items | best essential items | best on-course essentials | best clubhouse essentials | best accessories
On-course basics
A lightweight bag
Most bags are pretty light. It’s during those last few holes where the weight really starts to matter; when you lift that sucker off the ground for the 100th time that day. The Jones Sports Company Utility Trouper is both light and functional with plenty of storage room.
Jones Sports Company Utility Trouper
$240
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A tacky grip for all conditions
Improving clubface awareness and consistency can be accomplished a number of different ways. Some golfers prefer to add a raised “reminder” ridge to the back portion of the grip. Golf Pride’s Tour Velvet Align is the first to feature a built-in micro-diamond texture ridge that accomplishes this task while amplifying feel.
Golf Pride Tour Velvet Align
A stylish and dependable golf towel
Stitch Cotton has every-thing you need in a towel. They’re soft, they’re long enough to drape around your clubs and they look cool. Stitch’s cotton towels (technically a 86% cotton/14% polyester blend) are available in white/black and white/navy colorways to suit your preference. Cleaning your clubs never felt so good.
Stitch Cotton Golf Towel
A head-turning, functional pushcart
Some things make you want to play better just to live up to ownership of them. To this list, add the Walker Trolley “Cape” pushcart. Waxed canvas and leather, whitewall tires, anodized aluminum: It’s like a Cadillac for your clubs. Your drives should cruise right down Broadway.
Walker Trolley “Cape” Pushcart
A sturdy, road-tested umbrella
Rain doesn’t have to ruin your round, so long as you’re prepared. The key is a quality umbrella, and the Golf Umbrella from Weatherman is one of the best. With vented canopies and an industrial-strength fiberglass structure, it will keep you dry and shrug off even the stiffest of winds.
Weatherman Golf Umbrella
Premium Polos
A wrinkle-proof shirt that never looks sloppy
When it comes to sporty performance gear, it’s hard to beat Adidas, and in particular, the Novelty Colorblock polo. There’s a reason some of the best golfers in the world wear the three stripes: They look good, feel good and play good — and stay wrinkle-free. Adidas’ crisp lines, bold colors and smart patterns make its entire line worth perusing, but we’re particular fans of the Colorblock polo and the way it makes us feel like Xander Schauffele when we slip it on.
Adidas Ultimate365 Colorblock
$65
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A fashionable shirt for special occasions
With its Soren Polo LS, Kjus has struck the balance of classic style and modern performance. Long-sleeved polos are an underrated look, particularly in golf’s shoulder seasons, and Kjus wearers should feel confident knowing you’ve got a shirt that will keep you feeling warm, looking cool and making you the envy of your group.
Kjus Soren Polo LS
A course-to-dinner collared shirt
These days, golfers want a lot from their polos. How can one shirt be clean, cool, classy, casual, look good on and off the course, allow a full range of athletic motion and remain affordable? Linksoul’s Dry-Tek Half Moon Print does it all for a fraction of the price of some performance polos.
Linksoul Dry-Tek Half Moon Print
$78
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A no-sweat shirt for hot summer days
A previous generation of golfers may have shied on a sweltering sum-mer afternoon. But the moisture-wicking tech in Callaway’s Men’s Cooling Micro Hex polo keeps you plenty cool even when the temperatures rise, making the Cooling Micro Hex the ultimate warm-weather polo.
Callaway Men’s Cooling Micro Hex Polo
An at-home T-shirt for the off days
You can’t play golf every day, right? For those times you’re stuck at the pad, GOLF has partnered with BreakingT on an exclusive line of high-quality T-shirts to help keep the links vibe alive. Special moments, famous players, iconic sayings — there’s a design to appeal to every golfer on your list.
BreakingT x GOLF T-shirts
Posh Pants
A pair of warm pants for those winter rounds
Under Armour and cold-weather gear are two things that go hand in hand. So it’s no surprise we turn our attention to Under Armour ColdGear Infrared Showdown pants for winter-approved golf trousers. This handsome pair is lined with ColdGear Infrared coating, which absorbs and retains your own body heat to keep you extra warm without building in extra bulk. Stay toasty, make birdies.
Under Armour ColdGear Infrared Showdown pants
A pair of patterned statement pants
These J.Lindeberg Archer Micro Stretch pants make a subtle statement with the racing stripe logo detailing on the side. While they’re not an all-over print, they’re still unexpected — in a good way. Pair these with a micro-print polo and your look will be 10/10.
J.Lindeberg Archer Pants
An ultralight pair of pants to stay cool and within the dress code
These versatile Lululemon Commission Pants Slim Ventlight Mesh combine Lulu’s renowned ABC technology and proprietary Ventlight fabric to create the ultimate lightweight and stretchy pants, perfect for on or off the course. They look like your everyday chinos, but stand out on the course with their quick-dry, sweat-wicking and anti-stink properties.
Lululemon Ventlight Mesh Commission Pants
A pair of rain pants that always keep you dry
Finally, a pair of rain pants that actually look and feel like normal pants! Galway Bay All-Weather Unlined pants are made with a proprietary fabric blend that’s both waterproof and windproof, so your game won’t skip a beat in tough conditions. They have deep front and back pockets to ensure dry storage for your scorecard, phone and other golf accessories. If it’s really cold where you live, you can opt for the lined version!
Galway Bay All-Weather Pants
A pair of perfectly tailored trousers
Get rid of your baggy golf pants! A tapered trouser, the Ultimate365 Tapered pants, for example, will have you looking and swinging your best. This pair from Adidas is tried and true — they’re made with extra stretch (though they look slim, they won’t feel slim) and they’re coated in a water- repellent finish to keep you dry in dodgy weather.
Adidas Ultimate365 3 Stripes Tapered
$53.97
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First-rate footwear
A comfy pair of walkers
The ultralight Skechers GO GOLF Mojo – Punch Shot is the perfect shoe to top off your sporty look when you head to the course, especially if you’re carrying your own bag. The shoe features GRIPFLEX with its spike-less design for maximum stability and comfort, so you can focus on what’s important — making birdies.
Skechers GO GOLF Mojo – Punch Shot
Some summer shoes with a splash of color
If you’re in need of some added flair to next summer’s outfit, look no further than the Adidas CodeChaos golf shoes. These light, stylish and supportive spikeless kicks come in three color options, each of which feature a different vibrant look to accent even the boldest of wardrobes.
Adidas CodeChaos
$149.99
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A classic pair of white shoes
If you want to look like a Tour pro but you’re on a mini-tour budget, check out the FootJoy Pro SL. This outstanding shoe was actually among the most popular with the big boys this season. Six color combos (and an option to design your own) will have you looking sharp from the 1st tee to the 19th hole.
Footjoy Pro SL Golf Shoes
Some extra-stable shoes for a more balanced swing
SQAIRZ Arrow 20/20 shoes stress comfort and functionality while providing performance benefits for maximum stability. They’re outfitted with the patented SQAIRZ toe, which allows for your toes to sit naturally in the shoe, and have a symmetrically wider base to give your swing more stability and balance.
Squairz Arrow Golf Shoes
A casual pair for course to clubhouse
The FootJoy ICON Black combines the timeless look of a classic pair of spikes — which Titleist knows a thing or two about — with modern innovations for peak performance (ditto). The result is a luxurious, waterproof pair of shoes fit for classically traditional stalwarts and young whippersnappers alike.
Footjoy ICON Black
Womenswear Must-Haves
A stylishly athletic golf dress
This moisture-wicking, fit-and-flare Performance Jersey golf dress by Ralph Lauren is your preppy-chic dream come true. Hidden zipper pockets add function, while a fun mini-anchor pattern, deep V-neck, flounce skirt and contrast striped tipping on the collar and armbands add delightful yet understated pizzazz.
Ralph Lauren Performance Jersey golf dress
A smart golf skirt that’s also more than functional
With a 16-inch length, Puma’s Pwrshape Fashion golf skirt hits the sweet spot: not too long, not too short, just right. A double pleat in the front adds dimension and movement, while the stretchy, slimming Pwrshape waistband is both comfortable and super-flattering.
Puma PWRShape
$69.98
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A trendy pair of shoes that are more comfortable than they look
Nothing says “I mean business” like rocking leather and studs — especially when it comes to golf apparel — but G/FORE’s Welt Stud Gallivanter infuses a sweet feminine vibe to these boss-babe statement-makers. A triple-density foam cushion footbed and airflow technology ensures your feet are as comfy as they are, well, cool.
G/FORE Welt Stud Gallivanter
The top-drawer polo you can wear with anything
A basic staple that is really anything but, PXG’s Women’s Swing Performance polo offers sun protection when it’s warm and a layer of warmth in cool weather, while a three-button placket adds polish. Available in white and black, this polo not only goes with everything, it enhances everything.
PXG Swing Performance polo
A cushiony pair of spikeless shoes
What if you could transform your favorite pair of sneakers into golf shoes? They’d probably look a lot like FootJoy’s Flex Coastal. A supersoft and plush midsole and lightweight performance mesh provide the perfect blend of comfort and breathability. Easy like Sunday morning on the links.
FootJoy Flex Coastal Golf Shoes
More Best Of Everything
— 5 best polos
— 5 best pairs of pants
— 5 best pairs of shorts
— 5 best golf shoes
— 5 best headware
— 5 best women’s items
— 5 best layering items
— 5 best essential items
— 5 best on-course essentials
— 5 best clubhouse essentials
— 5 best accessories
