Pro's to wear shorts -

[Three]

With today's modern clothing, a pair of shorts or a pair of very lightweight trousers don't make any difference to body heat.
Water,, liquids etc etc make much more difference.

I don't feel that strongly, just don't think "it's the done thing", and really I don't see any need.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

With today's modern clothing, a pair of shorts or a pair of very lightweight trousers don't make any difference to body heat.
Water,, liquids etc etc make much more difference.

I don't feel that strongly, just don't think "it's the done thing", and really I don't see any need.

I agree although not that bothered either way. I think it'll happen eventually in the same way DMD's will come in eventually. I hope they at least keep the Open and Masters short free.

 

[Marty420]

Really don't see what the problem is. Golf should be getting rid of barriers that make it seem like a posh old boys game. Some will dispute this is the case, but alot of people see it as that. In my opinion, and the opinion of my non-golfing friends. This is one reason why they play football or rugby instead. If it's hot and I want to wear shorts, I'll wear shorts. What harm is it really doing to anyone else? Am I disrespecting other players or having a negative effect on the game by doing so? Really? I'm still the same polite and friendly person in shorts that I am in trousers.

And while I'm here, the subject of why someone would want full sleeve tattoos? Why not? Each to their own, if you don't like it that's fine. But ive never had someone with a tattoo asking why I don't have one.

 

[glynntaylor]

I've read that it's the pros that have asked for this following last weeks Eurasia! I read it was clarkey! Did you see the photo of his shirt from the opening ceremony along with Willet. In fact clarkey, Willet, rose and poulter have commented and all for it.

Btw... I'm all for it. Move with the times the sports in decline... Only the generation of today can help...if hat means adjusting the dress code. So be it!

With regards to slow play... I've said before I've always had an issue with senior members over this. Agree though it should be strokes... What's a couple of grand to a pro?

 

[Farneyman]

As long as they don't forget to put the sun block on the back of the knees. Not a good spot to burn.

 

[virtuocity]

Shorts discussion- serious business.

 

[palindromicbob]

As long as they don't forget to put the sun block on the back of the knees. Not a good spot to burn.

Can hear the commentary now. "Rory McIlroy, world number 1 golfer, has had to withdraw from the final round of the US Open because of sun burn on his Popliteal Fossa"

 

[TheJezster]

Surely this is a non story? This is frankly years too late, it should have happened ages ago. Not sure why some are flapping their arms about it!? Legs, we've all got em!

 

[Slab]

About the only thing my game has in common with a tour pro is the weather we play the majority of our golf

I've worn long trousers once in 4 years on the course and regretted it before I even tee'd off

Shorts do make a huge difference to comfort while playing & as mentioned certain players are making a mockery of the purpose of the long trouser rule with some of the wacky designs that are permissible just because they're trousers, and that rebellious streak is probably what will hold back allowing shorts during tournaments

Shorts that are predominantly plain or single colour would look fine on TV but the games professional image would need protecting from bold patterns, union jacks & all the other nonsense that the odd player would wear just to get attention or rebel

In short (get it!) its a good idea but players would need boundaries

 

[freddielong]

With today's modern clothing, a pair of shorts or a pair of very lightweight trousers don't make any difference to body heat.
Water,, liquids etc etc make much more difference.

I don't feel that strongly, just don't think "it's the done thing", and really I don't see any need.

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

 

[Smiffy]

Not a lover of shorts. Would never wear them, even on the hottest of days. I have some nice, lightweight trousers to wear if it gets really, really hot.
But each to their own.

 

[Del_Boy]

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

In your opinion they look rubbish does no one else's opinion matter, are we all to run are clothing past you each day for you to approve.

If I want to look like I'm on a cheap drinking/golf holiday what has it got to do with you?

 

[SAPCOR1]

The caddies wear shorts (and trainers) as do the ladies. Victorian attitudes to the body still linger on it seems

 

[Slab]

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

That may be a completely sensible opinion for conditions/players at your course but its a global game and as such consideration needs to be given to the sport wherever its played

 

[SAPCOR1]

That may be a completely sensible opinion for conditions/players at your course but its a global game and as such consideration needs to be given to the sport wherever its played

Indeed Slab. Being in Mauritius you would probably get funny looks wearing trousers and not shorts!

I'm lucky enough to have played golf in the US, Caribbean, Mauritius, Thailand, South Africa as well as many times in Southern Europe, shorts do make a difference

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

You used to have to wear a jacket and tie to play golf but thankfully common sense allowed the game to move on

99% of golf courses have shorts in their dress code - in fact I don't know any course that doesn't have shorts in their dress code.

The Pros who it affects say it serves a purpose

 

[need_my_wedge]

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

That's only an opinion, it's not right or wrong.

As for my opinion, I don't see the problem if someone wants to wear smart tailored shorts when playing golf.

 

[Slab]

Indeed Slab. Being in Mauritius you would probably get funny looks wearing trousers and not shorts!

I'm lucky enough to have played golf in the US, Caribbean, Mauritius, Thailand, South Africa as well as many times in Southern Europe, shorts do make a difference

Yeah, I was lucky enough to play a few holes alongside Hennie Otto a couple of weeks ago during a social game, he was in shorts like the rest of us. Its only when he goes to 'work' he puts the uniform on

That tells me trousers are simply to protect an image (which isn't working when you see some of the Daly/Poulter/Donald efforts etc etc)

 

[Hacker Khan]

Golfers don't run about, they don't need shorts.

Shorts look rubbish on the golf course they do not work golf's dress code is one of the few bastions of sensibility it has left,
Why does this need to change its un necessary it serves no reason and looks rubbish.

People who wear shorts on a golf course look like they are 4 lads on a cheap drinking /golf holiday in spain.

Where as a lot of the outfits of garish mismatching tops and trousers look great..

 

[Duckster]

I think Geoff Shackelford sums it up better than I could.

"Pro golfers wearing pants has nothing to do with tradition and everything to do with aesthetics.

When you're at a pro golf event and you hear spikes, you will turn to find a well-dressed, pressed and fitted person probably clad in one-too-many logos. But you'll also have no doubt you are seeing a professional in his/her arena. A gladiator of sorts, in their arena. One that we have paid to come see perform.

Athletes should stand out and look impressive. They shouldn't dress look like the rest of us. Pants on a golfer, for whatever reason, add a certain gravitas. Golfers wearing shorts have no chance of standing out and, contrary to claims, do not appear to be more athletic by exposing their legs. Instead, they look like they're late for their 1:20 tee time at any old course, not The Old Course"