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In terms of essential golf accessories, the flamboyant golf umbrella is definitely on the first page of the leaderboard. You may not want one, but unfortunately, you do need one. Windproof Umbrella
You can guarantee that the day you leave home without your trusty brolly will be the day the heavens open when you are at the furthest possible point from the clubhouse. The best waterproof golf jackets will provide some relief, but they almost certainly won’t prevent the misery about to ensue.
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You only need to look at the final round of the 2023 Open Championship to see the performance value on offer from the best golf umbrellas. They have the power to block out the worst of the elements and allow you to stay focused on your game, protecting all your essential accessories in the process.
Even the best golf gloves will lose grip in wet conditions, and using a wet towel to clean your club face will reduce club face friction, leading to the ball sliding up the face, and producing less spin which can significantly affect your short-game control.
Rain, wind, and even sun – the golf umbrella is a ‘must-have’ item for every golfer, and if you are unsure of what makes a great golf brolly, our guide below will have you covered.
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What do you need to know when choosing a golf umbrella…not a huge amount to be honest, but here are the key considerations to keep in mind:
Golf umbrellas have a single or double-canopy design with the latter including air vents between the top and bottom layers. These double-canopy designs are more effective on courses prone to strong gusts of wind, allowing air to pass through which makes the brolly easier to control.
Golf umbrellas are typically between 58-68″ in diameter depending on whether you opt for a single or double canopy brolly. The wider wingspans will provide that added shelter which you may feel is worth it, particularly if you use a golf cart and want to keep your clubs dry as you walk. The smaller diameter covers will shave off a few grams to the overall weight of your bag and are slightly easier to wield in the wind. There is no right or wrong answer here, just pick the size that best suits your needs.
A quality golf umbrella can offer a vital last line of defense from the sun on hot days with no cloud cover. While we would always recommend preparing for the sun appropriately, see our guide to the best golf caps and best golf sunglasses, when you are exposed to the sun for over four hours, an umbrella is an effective way of guaranteeing some shade. Look out for brollies that have been constructed with high UPF-rated materials.
Perhaps overlooked, grip comfort is worth considering before you buy. If you are unlucky enough to have to endure a full 18 holes in the rain, then making sure your new brolly is comfortable to carry is important. The best umbrellas have been ergonomically designed to ensure you are not recruiting more muscle groups than you need to use the product.
The ability to quickly spring your brolly into action is important, but so too is ensuring it wraps up neatly and securely so it can be stored and transported via your golf bag’s built-in umbrella holder. It’s worth a quick check of the specifications before purchase to make sure you are happy with the operating mechanism and how the brolly folds down.
While not being the most expensive golf accessory out there, the pricier options can make a small dent in your wallet which is why durability is important when considering value for money and your budget. In the long run, it may be worth spending a few extra bucks to ensure your brolly will stand up to the elements time after time, allowing you to spend your money on some of the more exciting products on the market.
What is the difference between a golf umbrella and a regular umbrella?
Ultimately a golf umbrella has the same functionality as a regular umbrella, designed primarily to keep you dry. A golf umbrella however will typically have a wider canopy to provide shelter for both you and your clubs and are built to withstand strong gusts of wind out on the course. A golf umbrella also provides important sun protection on bright days, helping prevent exposure to harmful UV light.
Why do golf umbrellas have two layers?
Many golf umbrellas have a double-canopy design that allows air to pass through the top and bottom layers. This provides the umbrella with increased stability over single-canopy umbrellas and is particularly useful for exposed courses, such as links courses, where you are likely to encounter stronger winds.
Are golf umbrellas good for the sun?
Golf is often played for durations of over four hours in bright sunlight and therefore a golf umbrella can provide important added protection from harmful ultraviolet light. The best golf umbrellas are constructed from materials with a high UPF rating, so we recommend keeping this in mind when making your decision.
Which color umbrella is best for the sun?
Black is the best color option for a golf umbrella as it is the most effective color at absorbing heat, and with it harmful radiation. Black umbrellas are also likely to pair well with the colors of your golf bag which makes it a good choice in terms of both performance and style.
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Ross Tugwood is a golf equipment writer for todays-golfer.com, specializing in data, analytics, science, and innovation. He’s also an expert in golf apparel and has a keen interest in sustainability.
Ross is passionate about optimizing sports performance and has a decade of experience working with professional athletes and coaches for British Athletics, the UK Sports Institute, and Team GB.
Ross uses a Cobra King SZ Speedzone driver, Titleist TSi2 3-Wood, TaylorMade Sim2 Rescue, Callaway Apex Pro irons (4-PW), Cleveland 588 RTX wedges (52°, 58°), TaylorMade Spider Ex putter, and a TaylorMade Tour Response golf ball.
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