Faldo's RC uniforms - trendy or sad fashion faux pas?

[Dodger]

Birdieman your attitude on their attire reminds me of all that is wrong with many many golf clubs out there and there longing to keep this elitist stiff upper lip attitude that should be banished to the 60's/70's/80's era and kept there.
I myself had to come through this although granted not as bad in the late 80's early 90's when as a junior we were expected to wear 'slacks and pringles' and a jacket and tie after playing a frigging junior league match but thankfully after realising that our junior section had gone from a core of 10 of which half were single figure hcpers aged 14 to 18 to virtually non existant 4 to 7 years later a more relaxed dress code was brought in at the club and now 10 years on I don't think it is a coincedence that our junior section is the envy of many and we have currently 2 of the regions brightest prospects along with a huge amount of other kids loving taking part in this great game of ours.
To me smart but casual is more than enough to be seen in before during and after a round.

 

[HTL]

Pic five should have come with a PG certificate! eeeewwww!!!!

 

[birdieman]

Wearing a suits or jacket isn't stiff. Every football club in the land makes it's players wear a suit to travel to a big match.
I don't see what your point about kids has to do with the Ryder Cup, there aren't any children in it.
I'm glad your junior section is thriving and would agree that asking younsters to wear a jacket and tie is not sensible but I'm talking about the cream of Europe going to represent a continent in front of millions, not a bunch of kids from Berwick going to play at Alnmouth or in front of maybe 5 people!
Look at the pic of Tiger in suit and tie then look at Faldo in his casuals, you know one is more appropriate for an international tournament than the other.
Lets see how they turn out for the Opening ceremony, I'm sure they'll do us all proud!

 

[Dodger]

Football clubs tend to travel in tracksuits now birdieman,check out sky sports news this week and indeed last where teams jetted out in comfy attire.
I really cant see what was wrong with what they had on and my point I made re juniors is that if the dress up in suit and tie everytime you were representing a team be it in a minor league or the Ryder Cup was the norm then I think the lifeblood of the game and indeed our future Ryder Cuppers would be turned off the sport.

 

[Parmo]

I think they will wear the usual suit and tie once they get out and about, but I wouldnt want to fly 10 hours dressed like that and no doubt the yanks wouldnt either.

 

[John_Findlay]

I'm guessing the garb was an example of Faldo's attention to detail. When you're flying transatlantic you want casual, loose, comfortable gear not a collar and tie. Well thought out, I think.

 

[viscount17]

possibly a bit more uniformity, either all collared shirts, all polos or all T's and probably a bit better colour co-ordination or Simpson's/Mickey Duck socks

 

[brendy]

Looks like John Daly (or father jack hackett) hit the hospitality early.

I agree that flying should be casual as its a long flight, however any press engagements should always be smart.
The choice of mcGuyver lookie likies is a bit 80's. All they needed was a quiff and collar length hair.

 

[Dave3498]

I agree with Birdieman.

 

[time_vans]

Quite happy they travel in bare feet with open necks, whatever. Upon representing Europe when they landed they should have donned a jacket and tie and some formal shoes to get off the plane and travel to their Hotel, that's all.

Lets face it, they looked crap!

They should look more like this - www.sun-sentinel.com/media/photo/2006-10/26150608.jpg

not this- http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/golf/7616558.stm
They look more like skateboarders than golfers.
check pic 5 - 'this is particularly offensive'

whats julian clary doing dressed up as an air stewardess on faldo's right shoulder...pic 6

 

[Imurg]

Why are we worrying about what they're wearing??

Surely all that matters is that they kick some seriously lardy yank butt!!!!

And why do the players have to like the captain? Someone said earlier that they might not play for him - they're not playing for him, they're playing to win. Any pro that gets picked for the Cup shouldn't need any motivation to win at all.

 

[rgs]

Lads relax--the outfit suited the travel arrangements--how mnay of us travel longhaul in suits, shirts & ties.

Secondly they are there to win the Ryder Cup not win designer or Europes next top model.

If you want fashion & style keep an eye on the euro GWAGS whose outfits have been designed by Paul Costelloe. Not a uniform but a shed load of clothers for all occassions.

 

[madandra]

Birdieman your attitude on their attire reminds me of all that is wrong with many many golf clubs out there and there longing to keep this elitist stiff upper lip attitude that should be banished to the 60's/70's/80's era and kept there.

I disagree Dodger. A nice pair of dress trousers and a shirt will cost you as little as £10 if you are on a budget. I think the team could have had smart casual gear for flying and then suited and booted for the welcoming party.

 

[Dodger]

is that not what they had on?Smart casual?

 

[HTL]

whats julian clary doing dressed up as an air stewardess on faldo's right shoulder...pic 6

Great spot Tim!

 

[haplesshacker]

Dear oh dear!

I thought I'd joined a golfing forum

 

[forefortheday]

Do people honestly think they aren't going to turn up at the opening ceremony in suits???

It's a photo opportunity before they arrive at the real event simple as that

Could be worse though they could have asked Poulter to do the uniforms

 

[GB72]

At least having to wear uniforms will keep Poulter's 'fashion sense' under control for a few days. Can just imagine how bad a pair of Euopean Flag trousers with accompanying Gold Lame Shirt would look.

 

[TonyN]

agree the guys should have stepping off the plane on a smart suit, even open collar but it could of been a quick change before they got off. But who cares really, I suspect nick is looking after the lads and trying to keep them as relaxed and comfatable as possible and I say well done. The next week is going to tough enough so staying as chilled as poss is a great move Imo.

As long as the guys all do us proud and act like true pro's all week then that's what matters. Come on Europe!

 

[Cernunnos]

I recon what was needed was a wide brimmed hat & a bull whip & they could all look like Indiana Jones....

Just depends if they are looking for the ark, the grail...or is it the last crusade... Lord help them if its the temple of doom