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[Williams5203]

I use US Tour Gloves, with cabertta palms. They are extremly thin, and hard to find. They last me 15-20 rounds, and I can get all of them I want from a local driving range for 4 bucks a piece since I help the owner pick balls once a week.

I belive this is who make the Rock Bottom Golf Gloves mentioned above.

Kangaroo leather really is the "Ducksnuts" I have a pair of soccer shoes that I wore in high school, 8 years ago, and still wear to this day when kicking it around with the guys and they are still soft as a baby's bottom. But I have never come across a kangaroo leather glove... this may be something to look in to.

[Guillotine007]

Pepperturbo, on Sep 22 2009, 11:40 AM, said:

I checked out "cutter gloves"...interesting.  Kinda looks like a me too product, and very pricey at that being $34. compared to the best Cabrera leather golf gloves.

Part of the value of my choice in gloves is being able to see if my grip is set properly, when it's not my choice in golf gloves tell me by the end of 18 holes, sometimes sooner.  Their golf glove has been reinforced with what appears to be a different more sturdy material in those same wear areas which would make the glove last longer, but would eliminate its ability to tell me if my grip is off.

It's obvious they make gloves for all sports and probably good ones.  However, in those sports a glove plays a different roll compared to golf.  The "grip" in golf is one of the core contributors to successful ball striking, and it's slightly different compared to how one grips other sports equipment.  Its a good golf glove for a beginner or someone that isn't concerned about their grip and wants a glove to last forever... not a good grip for insuring a solid grip in golf.

the secondary material in Cutters gloves is not there to prevent wearing...it is a tacky rubber/silicon covering (similar to football receiver gloves but thinner) applied to areas that give you INCREDIBLE grip on the club.  The idea is that it will help your grip because the club is immensely more secure in your hands and you won't grip as tightly (which is the most common grip problem IMO).

They are pricey, but I feel they are easily worth it for 3 reason:
Better grip performance (like, much better...never had any slip)
Feel - the humid weather glove was soft and supple to the day it died...it felt like suede
Longevity - Glove lasted 2 years, probably 75 rounds of golf plus practice.

I've not tried the Pro-Fit or Tour Glove and from what Cutters is saying I don't think those gloves hold up as long, particularly the Tour Glove.  The Humid Glove (which I got solely because I'm a heavy sweater) had AMAZING durability, almost mythical amongst my friends.  I replaced every club in my bag (and putter twice) before the glove died.

[flower_drop]

fj tours but theyre only good for 2 rounds. more durable players gloves would be taylormade, but added thickness hurts feel

[AzPGAPro]

Ping makes one of the best gloves and no one knows about it.  It is so soft you don't have to break it in!

[Pepperturbo]

Guillotine007, on Sep 22 2009, 11:20 AM, said:

Pepperturbo, on Sep 22 2009, 11:40 AM, said:

I checked out "cutter gloves"...interesting.  Kinda looks like a me too product, and very pricey at that being $34. compared to the best Cabrera leather golf gloves.

Part of the value of my choice in gloves is being able to see if my grip is set properly, when it's not my choice in golf gloves tell me by the end of 18 holes, sometimes sooner.  Their golf glove has been reinforced with what appears to be a different more sturdy material in those same wear areas which would make the glove last longer, but would eliminate its ability to tell me if my grip is off.

It's obvious they make gloves for all sports and probably good ones.  However, in those sports a glove plays a different roll compared to golf.  The "grip" in golf is one of the core contributors to successful ball striking, and it's slightly different compared to how one grips other sports equipment.  Its a good golf glove for a beginner or someone that isn't concerned about their grip and wants a glove to last forever... not a good grip for insuring a solid grip in golf.

the secondary material in Cutters gloves is not there to prevent wearing...it is a tacky rubber/silicon covering (similar to football receiver gloves but thinner) applied to areas that give you INCREDIBLE grip on the club.  The idea is that it will help your grip because the club is immensely more secure in your hands and you won't grip as tightly (which is the most common grip problem IMO).

They are pricey, but I feel they are easily worth it for 3 reason:
Better grip performance (like, much better...never had any slip)
Feel - the humid weather glove was soft and supple to the day it died...it felt like suede
Longevity - Glove lasted 2 years, probably 75 rounds of golf plus practice.

I've not tried the Pro-Fit or Tour Glove and from what Cutters is saying I don't think those gloves hold up as long, particularly the Tour Glove.  The Humid Glove (which I got solely because I'm a heavy sweater) had AMAZING durability, almost mythical amongst my friends.  I replaced every club in my bag (and putter twice) before the glove died.

Thanks for clarification.  IMO the tacky covering from their image is in a bad spot.  The club grip sets across the base of my fingers.   When gripped properly there's never any wear in the padded palm section of my Callaway Tour series glove, and they last me a year at near half the price.  Recently I was able to get "2" Callaway tour gloves and a suede-tech microfiber glove at Costco's all for $15.  They should last me about 2yrs, that's plenty.

If my grip meanders off I will see wear in the lower palm pad section; that should be very important to any golfer.  Sorry, but I wouldn't want a tacky covering that enhances my grip, and don't need a glove to last 2yrs; but that's me.   I value a quality leather glove, not to improve my grip, but just to be thin which allows a proper grip.  Good luck with your choice.

[Pepperturbo]

AzPGAPro, on Sep 22 2009, 11:26 AM, said:

Ping makes one of the best gloves and no one knows about it.  It is so soft you don't have to break it in!

I've never heard of breaking in a quality cabretta leather golf glove.  I actually like a new glove feel.  My tour buddy wears a glove for only two rounds for that very reason.

[freddiec]

Titleist Players in cooler weather and Callaway Tour Series in warm weather.  The Nike glove with the black mesh in the fingers is also really good.

[Buddyjay]

I was trying clubs at GOlfsmith and used one of thier Titleist gloves. The feel, to me, was incredible. I bought one and it lasted two rounds before it started to split. Bought a $6 glove at Walmart and it is still going strong after 20 rounds.

But my new favorite is the Bionic glove. I know, don't laugh. I tried it because my hands were hurting. The glove has a great feel and you can definately grip it lighter because of the padding.
The ONLY negative about it, is that it doesn't seem to breath very well. My hand perspires in it and after a few holes, when you take it off and then put it back on, you can feel the moisture in the glove. BUT, that moisture does not transfer to the outside. The grip area is always nice and dry through the entire round.

[59Bassman]

Santee, on Sep 11 2009, 03:47 PM, said:

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the mizuno retroflex is, in my opinion, after trying a few different gloves, the best all around glove, it fits great, has really good durability, and compared to a lot of the other popular gloves it's a steal, it's 10 or 11 bucks at golfsmith.

YES!!

+2 - I really like the Retroflex.  I have long, thin fingers, and the Retroflex is the only one that really fits me without feeling like I've got a bunch of material rolling around on my hands.

[CheckJV]

59Bassman, on Sep 26 2009, 06:35 AM, said:

Santee, on Sep 11 2009, 03:47 PM, said:

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the mizuno retroflex is, in my opinion, after trying a few different gloves, the best all around glove, it fits great, has really good durability, and compared to a lot of the other popular gloves it's a steal, it's 10 or 11 bucks at golfsmith.

YES!!

+2 - I really like the Retroflex. I have long, thin fingers, and the Retroflex is the only one that really fits me without feeling like I've got a bunch of material rolling around on my hands.

All I ever play anymore is the Mizuno.  They are $10 at my club and fit great and last "forever."  I do not think I will ever go back to leather.

[clc55]

I think those cutter gloves are the ones Barkley wears on the show. Always wondered who made those.

[Ogre41]

The Bionics are downright awesome.  Plus, they come in all black.  It doesn't look like mine has ever been worn and I've used it all year.

[aussieb]

floggolf, on May 11 2009, 12:22 AM, said:

What about HJ Gloves. Nothing is better!

I buy the premium ones by the box these for $2.99, as nobody has a clue how good or who these are.  They make cadet ML for lefty that are better fitting, longest lasting and best stitched.  This Korean company should be on the list.  

Titleist Players and Footjoy Sci-Flex are my selctions, but the are backup option gloves to use when I can get them for lefty.  Way in the back of my mind.  The rest is garbage for me.  I do want to demo the new FJ SPIDR2 as the microfiber gloves are really good in wet, humid conditions.

Edited by aussieb, 20 February 2010 - 01:16 PM.

[petter7]

The gloves that I get for free always feel the best to me.  

Titleist and Mizuno have really treated me well over the years.

Thanks guys!!

[Super Bomber Man]

I like the TM targa but it does wear a little quick compared to other golves.  other than that, it has a great grip.

[paully25]

Super Bomber Man, on Oct 29 2009, 03:18 PM, said:

I like the TM targa but it does wear a little quick compared to other golves. other than that, it has a great grip.

Another vote for this one....most comfortable glove I have used

[ericm007]

Whatever is cheap. I've used the T Armour from Sam's for the last few years with good results, can't beat about $8 a glove. They don't carry them anymore though so I picked up a supply from Ebay to last me about a year.

[502 to Right]

Mizuno Retroflex.  Quality leather and no nonsense.  That and the sewing on the thumb provides for perfect comfort.

[Fiend76]

Under Armour makes a very good glove.

They are very comfortable and very durable.

I purchased 25 of these at Golf Town on sale for $12.00

http://www.underarmo...ove/1000774-100


Regarding Kangaroo gloves.

You can still get them thru www.houseofkangaroo.ca

They are great gloves but really expensive.

They also make great golf shoes that last forever.

Edited by Fiend76, 05 November 2009 - 12:03 AM.

[QWKDTSN]

Best glove is FJ Raingrip.

My hand sweat a lot in the summer, and leather gloves just get nasty.  Weathersof gloves wear out in 2 weeks.

I have been playing the same Raingrip glove since August with no sign of it wearing out (other than stretching out somewhat.  Maybe I'll throw it in with a load of clothes to see if it shrinks?).  Great grip no matter how wet or dry.  Great feel.  Looks great (black gloves are always good for that renegade look).

The only drawback to the Raingrip glove is the fact that they are sold in pairs and I have no need for a RH glove even when it's raining.

If FJ sold them as a single glove I would buy a few dozen and be done buying gloves for the rest of my life!

[The Gachet]

I use the Mizuno Retroflex but must admit I tried on a Titleist Players today and was shocked at the softness, quality and feel of the glove.

[Lefty325]

Love the sci flex but I have to admit it wore out faster then you can imagine. The FJ F3 is great feel and lasts

[Par Fore]

I use the Bridgestone inner edge all year, kind of think but very sticky and I have the feel of a 16 year old boy on his first date so they work good for me.

[PGA_09]

I really like the new Nike Dri-Fit Tour TW glove, I know bad timing on the release of anything with the TW logo on it, but the glove is very soft, thin, and has an elastic piece on the velcro closure to allow for a better fit. There are very subtle silver accents on the fingers and one running down the back from under the index finger. Nice and breathable as well.

[all4's]

I am with DavidR, the Cleveland Tour Action is the most comfortable glove I have come across.  It is a really thin, supple leather that doesn't last long but is a dream while it does.  

It wasn't in the poll so I vote for the next best one I have tried which is the Taylor Made Tour

[MmmBaker]

The Players and Weathersof for me.  Always have a couple of each in my bag.

[callawayaddict]

i gotta stick with the Cutters Glove.. its still amazing.. after all this time, i still only use 1 glove.

[acquadiice]

big fan of the titleist players glove - the sizing fits me better than any other glove out there - only problem is that it gets worn out faster than any glove out there...

[Pweb44]

Taylormade have always been a favorite of mine, I find their gloves the most comfortable to wear.

[scottleo]

Footjoy F3 is great for me.  I buy 4 pairs and rotate every 9 holes.  Seems to make them last longer and keep them stored in original sleeve stored in my bag.  Also on humid, rainy days I will let them dry out to make them last longer.