Essentials: Birdie

Getting out onto the golf course is what those lovely, sunny summers are all about. There’s nothing better than teeing off with your buddies, playing the full eighteen, and enjoying your weekends under clear skies and surrounded by nature.

For those golfing days, gear up with the essentials listed below. From comfortable clothing to game-changing shoes to cutting-edge tech, they’re everything you need to be a beast on the green. Take your golf game to the next level in both style and comfort with these items.

Vuori Zephyr Polo

Strut onto the course in style and comfort with this soft, lightweight polo shirt by Vuori. The Zephyr Polo is crafted from a blend of recycled polyester and elastane that is wonderfully breathable, has moisture-wicking properties to keep you cool and dry even on a truly scorching day, and flexes and bends with your every movement.

Every swing will be easier and breezier thanks to this shirt, and you’ll be comfortable both on and off the court. Plus, it’s got a handy breast pocket to keep your score card. 

Vuori Pebble Shorts

Keep your “downstairs bits” breezy and cool even when the heat is high. Made from a blend of polyester (including some recycled polyester), rayon, and elastane, the Vuori Pebble Shorts offer natural odor-resistance and quick-drying properties. The slash pockets are more than spacious enough for your EDC items.

You’ll love the UPF 30+ protection that shields your legs from solar radiation, too. Thanks to their four-way stretch and eight-and-a-half-inch inseam, they’ll be the most flexible and versatile shorts you can wear for a long day on the links—and even for drinks at the club afterwards.

Garmin Approach S70

Take your game to a whole new level with the Garmin Approach S70, a smartwatch designed specifically with the golfing gentleman in mind. This watch has everything you need for a better golf game: access to tens of thousands of pre-loaded golf courses from around the globe, club suggestions based on wind readings and your specific performance, “playslike” distance features, activity tracking in multiple sprots apps, score tracking, hazard view, contour data so you know exactly what approach to take, and so much more.

All of these features are easily accessible via the bright, easy-to-see AMOLED display that gives you instant access to all the smartwatch’s powerful features—as well as everything that’s available via the Garmin Golf app.

Travis Mathew The Moneymaker Spikeless Golf Shoes

You’ll love walking the full nine or eighteen holes with these ultra-comfortable shoes on your feet. The The Moneymaker Spikeless Golf Shoes by Travis Mathew are crafted specifically for golfers, with a “spikeless” design that offers excellent traction on any course. The Sweet Spot Cushioning System incorporates multiple layers of padding and support to ensure even heavier guys (like me) will have all the cushioning needed to reduce foot fatigue.

The shoes are waterproof so you can play even on freshly-watered greens and are treated with a special coating that makes them stain-resistant. Thanks to their ultra-light foam midsole, you’ll get an extra bit of rebound that gives you more power in your swing and pep in your step. 

Under Armour Storm Golf Glove

Slide these golf gloves on and get ready to play like a pro. The Under Armour Storm Golf Glove is crafted with a blend of nylon, polyurethane, and elastane that is water-repellent (so your hands stay dry even in the rain) but has natural breathability (so you won’t overheat or get sweaty palms on a hot day) and durability that guarantees reliable performance with every swing.

The textured palm construction lets you keep playing even in a downpour, and does a great job of keeping your hands comfy all day long. With the addition of a closure tab, you’ll have no trouble adapting the gloves to the perfect fit for any hand size or shape. 

Vuori Signal Golf Hat

Shield your eyes from the sun and add a dash of style to your outfit with the Vuori Signal Golf Hat. Crafted from a blend of polyamide, cotton, and elastane, it’s tough, beautifully lightweight, breathable, and made to stretch to fit your head just right.

The curved bill and strapback closure make it the ideal choice style-wise to pair with your Vuori golfing outfit, and you’ll love the integrated sweatband that will soak up moisture and keep sweat from seeping into your eyes and throwing off your shot. It’s the sort of hat you fall so deeply in love with you’ll want to wear it both on and off the course.

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