How to Buy a Golf Glove

Wear a golf glove for functionality. Over the course of a round of golf, your left hand (for right-handed golfers) is likely to get slick with sweat. Even if you are playing in colder weather, your hand is likely to have beads of perspiration. The golf glove will allow you to get a good grip on your club in all weather. When selecting a glove, make sure that it is made of "breathable" material and will wick perspiration away.

Look for a glove that is comfortable. You want the glove to feel snug, almost like it is a second skin. However, you don't want it to be too tight because that would make swinging the club uncomfortable. Most gloves are made from leather or synthetic leather, so comfort should not be an issue unless the glove is too large or too small.

Look for a heavier glove if you are inclined to play a lot of golf in the cold weather months. If you live in the Northeast or Midwest, a warmer glove is almost a requirement if you play in March or April or from September through November.

Look for a specialty glove if you suffer pain from arthritis. Many older golfers continue to play when they have arthritis in the back, hips or shoulders, and there are special gloves to help those who suffer from arthritis in the wrists, hands or fingers. They are ribbed to help get more feeling and comfort when swinging the club.

Go to your local sporting goods store or golf pro shop if you are buying a glove for the first time. You will want to try it on and see how it feels. You will also want to take a few practice swings with it. Most reputable golf shops will let you do that to help you feel confident that you are using a comfortable glove. If you have a type of glove that you wear regularly, you can buy it online to save you a trip.