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Golf Gloves
Maintaining a solid grip on a golf club can be difficult. Between the motion of the swing and the impact of the club hitting the ball, it is easy for the club to slightly twist or shift. The slight slip or twist on your hand will change the alignment of the club face to the golf ball, often causing a slice or a hook. Wearing golf gloves can create a more stable grip and consequently a more stable swing.
The most common material for a golf glove is leather. Leather offers a great grip and feels like a second skin. Leather is moisture resistant and will stay soft if it is properly cared for. Leather does have a tendency to stretch, so make sure to buy a glove that fits snugly.
Synthetic gloves are generally lightweight, breathable and stretch to conform to the hand. This allows a great range of motion. Synthetic gloves tend to be more durable than leather gloves. Many manufacturers are now using a combination of leather and synthetic materials, with the synthetic material being used on the areas that get the most motion, like the knuckle joints. This combines the feel of leather and the added flexibility and durability of synthetics.
All-weather gloves are geared to those that often play in humid and wet conditions. They are generally made of a light synthetic material that actually grips better with more moisture. There are also specialty winter gloves that allow a golfer to play in those colder conditions. The glove allows flexibility while maintaining heat in the hands.
Most gloves, of all types, will have moisture-wicking properties, and will often have mesh on the back to allow more comfort and "breathability"
While gloves could be worn on both hands, typically they are worn on just one. If you are right- handed, you would want to wear a glove on your left hand. If you are left-handed, the glove should be worn on your right hand.
Gloves should fit your hands well. Golf gloves are manufactured in a wide array of sizes, and as of yet, there is no proper "one size fits all". Try on many types of gloves. It should feel as if you are not wearing a glove. There should be no pinch-points and your hand should have a full range of motion. If your hand goes numb during play, your gloves are likely too small. If your glove is too large, your hand may shift in the glove, thus voiding the advantage of a more stable grip that gloves offer.
The last consideration should be color and style. With close to a hundred different brands and colors, there should not be a problem finding a pair of gloves to match any equipment or attire.
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