{"id":1675,"date":"2021-10-22T12:51:03","date_gmt":"2021-10-22T12:51:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.athleisurex.com\/?p=1675"},"modified":"2022-08-01T10:23:45","modified_gmt":"2022-08-01T10:23:45","slug":"why-dont-you-have-to-stop-playing-golf-when-the-wet-weather-comes-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/why-dont-you-have-to-stop-playing-golf-when-the-wet-weather-comes-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Don&#8217;t You Have to Stop Playing Golf When the Wet Weather comes In?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#f7f7f7;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1420.64px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Dont_You_Have_to_Stop_Playing_Golf_When_the_Wet_Weather_Comes_In\"><\/span>Why Don&#8217;t You Have to Stop Playing Golf When the Wet Weather Comes In?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Playing golf in rain is nothing new. You must\u2019ve watched golfers playing in the dark, wet weather and we agree, it looks like a scene out of the movie. And in case if you\u2019re a golfer, you must\u2019ve experienced playing in the field when it\u2019s pouring down.\u00a0 Albeit there come many challenges with playing in wet conditions, but with the right preparations you can manage to play expertly and enjoy yourself.<\/p>\n<p>In this blog, we\u2019ve discussed how you can improve your game in the rain, what essentials you need in your golf kit, and more such stuff. Of course, with adequate knowledge and preparations, you\u2019ll have a better chance of winning your game, as chances are your competitors either will be unprepared or give up early due to the rain. So without further ado, let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Prepared_-_what_are_the_things_youll_need\"><\/span>Be Prepared &#8211; what are the things you\u2019ll need?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-1678 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/waterproof-golf-accessories-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As a rule of thumb, the common mantra of 5P\u2019s &#8211; Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance &#8211; is applied in golf. It\u2019s like a key aspect that makes sure you come prepared with everything and be at the top of your game no matter what the weather conditions are at the moment. For wet weather, you need to make necessary addition to your golf kit, e.g. waterproof clothes, spiked shoes for the strong foothold, and towels to keep your hands and clubs dry. Keep reading to know all about the gear you need for the rainy weather, and how you can remain comfortable and warm without affecting your important game.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Waterproof golf clothes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When it\u2019s raining or seems like it\u2019s about to, wear water-resistant clothes in the field. Make sure they\u2019re comfortable to wear so your game doesn\u2019t get affected. Check they have zippers and the requisite lining so you remain warm and cozy when the temperature drops. There are myriad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/golf-wear\">golf clothing brands<\/a> online and physical stores that offer quality waterproof golf clothes. We\u2019d recommend you do your research before you buy golf clothes online.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Waterproof golf shoes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Apart from custom golf clothes, have a pair of waterproof golf shoes in your kit, and make sure that spikes aren\u2019t too old or totally worn out. If you\u2019re only keeping a pair of common, spikeless golf shoes, then note that they won\u2019t be slip-resistant and provide you the grip you need in the field. So, buy a new pair of waterproof shoes and leave your worries about playing in wet grass and the ground.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-1681 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/players-with-golf-kits-in-the-rain-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hats<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Drop your visors and opt for the baseball caps or rain hats. Not only it will keep your head and face dry against the pouring rain, but also allow you to have your absolute attention during your every swing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Umbrella<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Make sure your chosen umbrella is strongly built and can stand the extreme windy and rainy conditions. Check if it has enough wind vents, metal grip, and other essential features before keeping it in your golf kit<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Water-resistant gloves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Normal gloves cannot give you a strong grip on a club in a rainy season as they retain moisture and get soaked easily. And there\u2019s nothing more uncomfortable than wearing wet gloves while you\u2019re playing golf. Pick up special rain gloves to have the perfect grip when you play, so no matter how hard it rains, your golf club won\u2019t slip away from your grip. In addition, you\u2019ll also get to easily carry around your golf bag while walking.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hand warmers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It\u2019s common that hands turn cold when the temperature drops in wet weather. And it becomes difficult to play comfortably and have a strong grip. So it\u2019s recommended that you carry hand warmers in your trousers and golf kit, and keep using them in between shots to keep your hands warm.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Towels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We can\u2019t stress enough that how much you need a bundle of dry towels for the wet weather golf. They\u2019ll come in handy to keep your gear and yourself dry. You can keep them neatly organized in your carrier bag or hang them in the underframe of your umbrella and they\u2019ll be easily accessible to you.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Waterproof golf bags<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Replace your usual golf kit with the waterproof golf bag. You\u2019ll need it to keep all your gear dry and protected. So pick the one that is easy to carry, water-resistant, and suits you the best.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Change_your_golfing_technique_in_the_wet_weather\"><\/span>Change your golfing technique in the wet weather<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img class=\"size-full wp-image-1680 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min-66x66.jpg 66w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.athleisurex.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/men-playing-golf-in-the-rain-min.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It goes without saying that playing golf in rain has its own challenges and speaking of which you need to alter your golfing technique as well. Following are a number of the tips you can incorporate into your game<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try playing conservatively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The humid condition of the course makes it hard to play in areas other than fairways. Rough becomes extremely humid and wraps around your club head making it hard to take a swing. So, it\u2019s better to play safe and take shots that let you stay on the fairway as much as possible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Slow Down<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your golf ball is more likely to travel slower on the golf when you take shots, and it\u2019s normal to feel tempted to hit the ball harder, but you better not. In wet weather, it\u2019s ideal to maintain your grip by slowing down your swing every shot. Of course, there is an exception to this if your ball lands in the rough as you\u2019ll be required to hit harder to get it out of there.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose to be firmer with chips and putts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In wet weather, it\u2019s better to hit putters and chips at a firmer pace than normal as the rain slows down the greens to a great level. And in case if it\u2019s been continuously raining prior to your game day, the chances are grass will be long, dense, and filled with moisture. So you need to pick a firmer hitting strategy for chips and putts.<\/p>\n<p>That was all from our side, we hope you gained useful knowledge and game tips through this blog. 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