Nosevi
Head Pro
Simple question - why? Why do you want others to wear 'x' while on the course at the same time as you. We are talking a muni, not a members' club. Why do you care?
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Is it too much to ask?
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Simple question - why? Why do you want others to wear 'x' while on the course at the same time as you. We are talking a muni, not a members' club. Why do you care?
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Simple answer - because thats the dress code set out by the club -
As i said in the post you responded too - the dress codes are set out by each individual club and its our responsibility to ensure we adhere to that dress code.
Foxholer
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I think it might have affected several of the replies if you had mentioned that policy in the OP!
I still wouldn't have particularly cared though! I know of at least 2 clubs where the only 'dress' requirement is for Golf shoes to be worn on the course. It means anyone can roll up and play or simply hang out in the club-house.
Nosevi
Head Pro
But that's not the question the OP posed:
"Now, what bugs me is when others don't. As a student, I'm a regular at a fair few municipals, purely on cost, but when I see the two ball behind, one in the latest West Brom Albion shirt, it makes me think; if you can afford the £45 shirt, surely you can afford the £20 chinos and a polo (sports direct)?"
The question isn't "Should people abide by the rules?" It's "Should people dress in a way I deem appropriate for golf?"
So should they? Should they dress in a way you deem appropriate? If the answer is no we have no debate. If the answer is yes they should dress in a way I deem appropriate, then I'd repeat the question - why?
Nosevi
Head Pro
The OP talks of frequenting several municipal course that ban the wearing of football shirts which was the offending item of clothing - having been on dozens none of which do I'd invite him to list them.
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And again ill repeat my point - i expect people to dress the way the club deems appropiate - thats my opinion on dress codes :thup:
Nosevi
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You've got to love these Threads.
Wonder what the next biggy will be ? Looking forward to Friday's exciting thread.....
"What Colour of Yellow Ball Do You Play In The Winter"
Wonder what the next biggy will be ? Looking forward to Friday's exciting thread.....
"What Colour of Yellow Ball Do You Play In The Winter"
Nosevi
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Fromtherough
Assistant Pro
Antiquated attitudes towards dress codes and the like is likely to be one of the main reasons why so few people are willing to take up the game. Tradition and etiquette is fine in general but I think golf and golfers have to move with the times if it is to have more universal appeal. As long as the attire is functional and doesn't damage the course then what is the issue? More importantly, how does it affect you what others are wearing?
When I first started going out to pubs and clubs in the mid nineties strict dress codes were enforced. It was all about shirts, trousers and shoes. Over the years this has been relaxed and now people wear what they are comfortable in. Has the quality of nights out diminished in correlation with this relaxation in dress codes? Nope. People CAN still wear shirts, trousers and shoes if they choose but this is their choice. My nights out have never been affected negatively by what anyone else is wearing. If this fuzzy logic is applied to the golf course then I can't see how or why what others wear impacts on you. It should be about choice (as long as what is worn does not damage course). Those wanting to wear smart golf clothes could while others could wear what they like. After all In reality it makes no difference to you or the enjoyment of your round.
When I first started going out to pubs and clubs in the mid nineties strict dress codes were enforced. It was all about shirts, trousers and shoes. Over the years this has been relaxed and now people wear what they are comfortable in. Has the quality of nights out diminished in correlation with this relaxation in dress codes? Nope. People CAN still wear shirts, trousers and shoes if they choose but this is their choice. My nights out have never been affected negatively by what anyone else is wearing. If this fuzzy logic is applied to the golf course then I can't see how or why what others wear impacts on you. It should be about choice (as long as what is worn does not damage course). Those wanting to wear smart golf clothes could while others could wear what they like. After all In reality it makes no difference to you or the enjoyment of your round.
Smiffy
Grand Slam Winner
Ahhh....but there is a big difference in standing in a pub/club and playing golf is there not?
I mean, if I were standing in a pub, and a couple of guys walked in dressed as Daleks, I would just laugh and hazard a guess that they were on a stag or works do.
Fromtherough
Assistant Pro
Not seen anyone dressed as a Dalek on the course. Surely as long as you wear what you deem appropriate then everything is ok? You never hear of any of these football jersey wearing people insisting others should conform to their fashion ideals.
User20205
Money List Winner
It's not a fashion ideal its a lifestyle statement. A grown man wearing a football shirt in any environment, never mind a golf course, is just wrong. It's a statement that shouts, I've got no self respect, that I do most of my sleeping on sofa and I mainly eat last nights curry for breakfast.
Culturally there are many things wrong with this country. A grown up wearing a football shirt is at the forefront
Smiffy
Grand Slam Winner
Culturally there are many things wrong with this country. A grown up wearing a football shirt is at the forefront
Unless, of course, he is taking part in a football match
Tongo
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It's not a fashion ideal its a lifestyle statement. A grown man wearing a football shirt in any environment, never mind a golf course, is just wrong. It's a statement that shouts, I've got no self respect, that I do most of my sleeping on sofa and I mainly eat last nights curry for breakfast.
Culturally there are many things wrong with this country. A grown up wearing a football shirt is at the forefront
Yes, i decided to stop wearing football shirts many years ago. They possess to many negative connotations now.
User20205
Money List Winner
Maybe if he's actually playing in an organised game, otherwise no, and even then there's no excuse for a replica shirtUnless, of course, he is taking part in a football match
Foxholer
Blackballed
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Culturally there are many things wrong with this country. A grown up wearing a football shirt is at the forefront
In most cases it's at least a little better than the seeing fans without the football shirt!
Fromtherough
Assistant Pro
Whilst I concur that a grown man wearing a football shirt is not the best look, I still don't see why it matters to you or your round.It's not a fashion ideal its a lifestyle statement. A grown man wearing a football shirt in any environment, never mind a golf course, is just wrong. It's a statement that shouts, I've got no self respect, that I do most of my sleeping on sofa and I mainly eat last nights curry for breakfast.
Culturally there are many things wrong with this country. A grown up wearing a football shirt is at the forefront
Hacker Khan
Yurt Dwelling, Yoghurt Knitter
I'm afraid you can't hold a libertarian view on here with regards to standard of dress or you will be labeled as a yogurt knitting communist. As in that particular area a lot on here are still in around 1958 where you could tell a lot about the man by the cut of his suit. Yes I know society has moved on etc etc but this is golf and it still has standards. to go with the falling participation numbers.
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User20205
Money List Winner
It doesn't matter at all for my round, there's no way I'd play anywhere that has that lack of dress code. It would be the home of buggies on greens, beer cans on tees and 5 hour rounds.
If I'm going to pay a green fee I'd expect a certain experience.
