Best Golf Accessories for Beginners

If you’re a beginner to the game of golf, you’re going to want to make sure you have the proper equipment and accessories when you make your way to the course.

We have outlined some of the best drivers, best clubs and best golf balls for beginners in other blogs, so now we have to make sure you have the right glove, proper tees, a rangefinder and everything in between so you don’t look like you’re new to the game.

Best Golf Gloves for Beginners: Why Fit Matters

First and foremost, you’re going to want a comfortable glove, because your hand is going to take some wear, holding onto the club. Whether you’re practicing or playing, a glove will make it easier to avoid blisters and irritation.

Manufacturers make synthetic gloves and leather gloves, as well as a hybrid that combines both synthetic materials and leather throughout the glove. The hybrid gives you leather in the places on your hand that make contact with the club for better feel.

The leather gloves are typically going to be more expensive, because of the materials, but you will have to figure out which one feels best for you. For the most part, a leather glove will give you a more premium feel and contact point to the club.

A synthetic glove will likely be more durable at a more effective cost point, but will have a different feel than the all-leather glove.

The best way to figure out which glove is best for you is to go try them on. Titleist has a premium glove called the Players glove that comes in cabretta leather.

FootJoy’s Pure Touch golf glove is also a premium option with cabretta leather and a precision and tailored cut for a better fit. FootJoy’s StaSof glove will be at a lower price point than the options above, but will still come in a Taction3 advanced performance leather with strategically placed perforations for breathability.

TaylorMade’s Tour Preferred golf glove is manufactured from AAA Cabretta TM Soft Tech leather with an antimicrobial finish and a stretch fit. Callaway’s Tour Authentic golf glove is another premium option that has exceptional feel and fit.

In the synthetic category, TaylorMade makes the Stratus Tech golf glove that is water resistant, has a four-way stretch and durable performance. The Callaway Weather Spann golf glove is made from a proprietary FUSETECH premium synthetic fabric for comfort, flexibility and increased durability.

And remember, a right-handed golfer will wear a glove on their left hand, and a left-handed golfer will wear a glove on their right hand. So, don’t get confused when the packaging says left hand, because that will be for a right-handed golfer.

The best golf glove for beginners will really come down to what is most comfortable for you, what fits the best and what fits within your price range.

Choosing a Golf Rangefinder for Beginners

A golf rangefinder is a useful product for beginners, because it can be a helpful tool in figuring out how far you hit each club and how far you are from the pin to know which club to use.

A rangefinder can be a handheld electronic device that you hold up to your eye to see how far the pin is, or it can be a GPS watch that visually tells you the distances, or it can even be a speaker with audible distances from the green or pin.

It’s a helpful tool as most beginners end up guessing how far they are. If you don’t know how far you are from the pin, or you don’t know how far you hit each club, it can make for a difficult game.

The technology in rangefinders now has gotten to a level that some units can tell you how far you are from hazards, how far you are with the slope of the terrain factored in – if you’re uphill or downhill – or even how the weather will impact your yardage.

Having that information at your finger-tips is not only going to help you score better, but it’s going to help you figure out your game a lot quicker. It can also speed up the game if you’re not guessing how far you are and which club to hit.

Range finders can be an excellent piece of golf equipment for beginners and is often overlooked.

As with most other categories, you will have a range of prices to choose from, depending on what you’re looking to spend. A wearable GPS watch can be a less expensive option and often includes an app to connect to and track stats and club usage.

There are also handheld GPS devices that are small enough to fit in your pocket with a screen that visually displays distances that will also come at a cost-effective price.

The hand-held version of a rangefinder can be more expensive, but a few brands, including Blue Tees, have some inexpensive options that would work well for a beginner golfer testing the waters.

The Little Things: Golf Essentials for Beginners

Sometimes the little things end up being big things, especially for beginner golfers. For instance, a divot repair tool and a ball marker are smaller items, but are imperative when it comes to etiquette and the rules.

You’ll want a divot repair tool to fix your ball marks on the green, so you leave the green in good shape. Once you’re on the green, you’ll need to mark your ball so no one else hits your ball with theirs, which would result in a penalty.

You’ll need golf tees to use at the start of each hole and you’ll have options between plastic or wooden tees. There isn’t much of a difference in performance, but a plastic tee will be more durable and typically last longer than a wooden tee.

Having the right golf gear for beginners can make a world of difference. If you have a quality microfiber towel, for instance, you will be able to clean and wipe your clubs of any debris from your last shot. You can also purchase a club cleaning kit with a brush to keep your grooves clean and help lengthen the life of your clubs.

Depending on the time of year, you might want to invest in some rain gear, as well. A good pair of rain pants and a rain jacket will last you a long time and can come in handy when you get caught in a downpour on the course.

We wrote an article outlining how to choose the right golf ball for any beginner golfer, which you can find here. Finding the best golf ball at the price you’re comfortable with can be a challenge, but our guide will help walk you through the process.

Beginner FAQs

Q: What are the absolute must-have golf accessories for beginners?

Answer: The absolute must-have accessories for beginners are a high-quality golf glove to prevent blisters, a basic rangefinder or GPS to help with yardages and club selection and a divot repair tool with ball marker to mark your ball once you’re on the green.

Q: Should beginners use plastic or wooden tees?

Answer: This question depends on your personal preference and your budget. If you don’t want to continuously buy tees, then a plastic tee might be a better option as they are more durable than their wooden counterparts. If you like a more traditional look and don’t mind buying new tees, then the wooden tee would be a good option. Your tee won’t have a big impact on your score or performance.

Q: Do beginner golfers really need a rangefinder?

Answer: It’s not mandatory that golfers have a rangefinder or GPS, but it becomes a big asset for any golfer looking to know the exact distance that they are from the hole and to help predict how far they hit each club. It can also help speed up play as you aren’t pacing off yardages for each spot or trying to figure out which club to hit.

Elevate Your Game with the Right Golf Accessories for Beginners

Beginner golfers shouldn’t feel intimidated to enter the game and shouldn’t feel uneasy about having the right products to start their journey. Carl’s Golfland is here to help and you can find all the items you’ll need on or off the course at our stores or online at CarlsGolfland.com.

Our friendly and knowledgeable staff and customer service can answer questions and help guide you, as well.