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Store manager Simon Gilbert told me: “Turtlenecks are not allowed on the courses. We allow turtlenecks and collared shirts, but if golfers show up wearing a short-sleeved turtleneck, they will be asked to change into a more appropriate shirt. “.
HAS Sunningdaleone of the classiest clubs in the country, the jerseys, shorts and socks are currently under review.
“You could probably wear one into the dining room,” a spokesperson said. “We allow them with a jacket if you don’t have a shirt and tie, but I’ve never seen them on the course so I can’t really comment.
“In any case, this will probably be brought up at a home meeting next week, during which the advisability of allowing shorts without long socks will also be discussed.”
Near Silvermere one of the busiest pay and play courses in the UK, they can’t get enough of the turtlenecks, originally made famous by Tony Jacklin when he won the Open in 1969 and the US Open in 1970, wearing purple and black versions respectively.
“Of course you can wear them here,” the store manager said without hesitation. “We only wish we could get more. We sold out the initial batch of 20 (£39.99) in a matter of days and we have people on a waiting list waiting for the next batch soon.”
HAS Gainsborough Golf Club, The pro shop offers versions of Tolson’s latest men’s and women’s range from the Ping collection in a variety of colors, priced at £24.95. This is not surprising given that the club and clothing brand are owned by the giant Karsten.
Tiger and Nike were granted special dispensation from Augusta National to wear his dark obsidian short-sleeve turtleneck on Saturday at the U.S. Masters. Dozens of Nike and Ping players now find these jerseys fully accepted on the American and European circuits.
How long the splinter clubs can hold out is only a matter of time.
What do you think of the short sleeve turtleneck? Is this appropriate golf attire or does it look too much like a cheesy tee? And also tell us on the forum if your local course allows it.
