Robster59
Tour Rookie
I've the Galvin Green one as well. Got it at a discount at our Pro shop. It's definitely recommend it.
Waterproof bucket hat ??
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Foxholer
Blackballed
I bought a GoreTex bucket style hat (supposedly Ladies, but who cares) that simply works!
backwoodsman
Tour Winner
Hats are way better than umbellas - far less faffing about.
In light/moderate rain my normal leather hat is fine https://www.bushgear.co.uk/collections/hats/products/barmah-hat-squashy-kangaroo-brown
Heavy rain, then the Galvin Green hat is tough to beat - other have posted the link
In light/moderate rain my normal leather hat is fine https://www.bushgear.co.uk/collections/hats/products/barmah-hat-squashy-kangaroo-brown
Heavy rain, then the Galvin Green hat is tough to beat - other have posted the link
badgergm
Newbie
There isn’t really any faffing about if you have trolley and umbrella holder. Revolutionised playing golf in the rain.
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Tashyboy
Please don’t ask to see my tatts 👍
One of the reasons I bought my “ walking “ waterproof coat was the fact it had a high neck with a hood that has a peak on it. Ave worn it the last 3 times in wind and rain and it has been fantastic.
Bunkermagnet
Journeyman Pro
They're no good if you're 6ft1 and have to duck down all the time to stay or get under the thing.
USER1999
Grand Slam Winner
Callaway do a longer shafted umbrella for tall people. It makes a big difference.
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Politely disagree. I find it harder to steer the trolley with an umbrella attached and if I have to use one (prefer not to where possible and stick to waterproofs) I prefer to carry it with a towel underneath so I can dry hands, club face and grip. Sometimes, particularly on the greens the trolley may be some distance away
Bunkermagnet
Journeyman Pro
Didn't know that, but anyway...I've had my trolley with brolley up blown over in the wind and create a nice mess......I'll stck with the bucket hat and waterproof cart bag.
backwoodsman
Tour Winner
Got one - but still think hats are better.
bnr1962
Medal Winner
Got a Nike one had it years price around £15
tugglesf239
Journeyman Pro
UA goretex hat.
Far far far easier and better than a brolly.
Far far far easier and better than a brolly.
i have had a few gortex hats, and all made my head sweat so much my head was still soaked anyway, best thing i've found is the galvin hat with the fleeece lined and ear flaps, even wear that out now walking the dog, not cheap, i think it was £40, but best of both warm and dry.
Swinglowandslow
Well-known member
I have a bucket hat of sorts, but when it's windy it doesn't stay on.
I really need to play in one, especially in the summer as I have an ear/skin / sunburn problem.
Is there a make of hat that will stay on in the wind that someone could recommend, please?
Jimaroid
Journeyman Pro
I've had one of the Galvin Green Ark bucket hats for a few years, not the Aqua one with the big neck flap as mentioned above.
As its Goretex Paclite (I think, from memory, it gets very frustrating how many times Gore rebrand their products) I've got the usual waterproof gripes with it, it certainly sheds rain but I still get a wet head due to sweat and condensation. It keeps rain off my face and neck fine, it was more useful prior to laser surgery when I was wearing glasses to play, but the condensation is annoying as you're not really staying dry. I'm also lucky in that the size fits me just right, it's not adjustable and there's no fastener in any way, any looser and it would continually blow away and any tighter it'd be uncomfortable.
All in all, even though I still use it and its fine, I don't think it's worth the £40 I paid for it.
Unless it's absolutely shedding it down I tend to wear either my Harris or Mull tweed cap and it actually keeps me drier and warmer in light rain than the GoreTex does.
As its Goretex Paclite (I think, from memory, it gets very frustrating how many times Gore rebrand their products) I've got the usual waterproof gripes with it, it certainly sheds rain but I still get a wet head due to sweat and condensation. It keeps rain off my face and neck fine, it was more useful prior to laser surgery when I was wearing glasses to play, but the condensation is annoying as you're not really staying dry. I'm also lucky in that the size fits me just right, it's not adjustable and there's no fastener in any way, any looser and it would continually blow away and any tighter it'd be uncomfortable.
All in all, even though I still use it and its fine, I don't think it's worth the £40 I paid for it.
Unless it's absolutely shedding it down I tend to wear either my Harris or Mull tweed cap and it actually keeps me drier and warmer in light rain than the GoreTex does.
For summer try a Tilley Hat. Recommended to me by a friend who has had skin cancer. They come with a lifetime guarantee. Not waterproof, this only relates to your summer query.
Foxholer
Blackballed
Get your local tailor to sew an elastic strap onto it.
Orikoru
Tour Winner
I bought this one from Decathlon: https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/waterproof-sailing-500-hat/_/R-p-302917?mc=8545930&c=BLACK
It's not a 'golf' one but it's a waterproof bucket hat all the same. I just leave it in my golf bag along with my waterproof jacket. It's just as good as a head, but much less likely to restrict your vision when turning through the shot. And the toggle thing ties it under your chin so the wind doesn't blow it off. It does the job, I'm quite happy with it really.
It's not a 'golf' one but it's a waterproof bucket hat all the same. I just leave it in my golf bag along with my waterproof jacket. It's just as good as a head, but much less likely to restrict your vision when turning through the shot. And the toggle thing ties it under your chin so the wind doesn't blow it off. It does the job, I'm quite happy with it really.
hines57
Challenge Tour Pro
Under Armour waterproof bucket hat - does what it says on the tin and reasonable price.
